DUET Programming Tools: The Task Icons
ANSWER LINE...
The ANSWER LINE handles the task of recognizing an inbound call and responding
to the call in a number of ways, which you have control over. The ANSWER LINE
also has options which enable the Script to execute timed events on a periodic
basis as well as send information from one line to another.
BLOCK/UNBLOCK...
In a application where two or more lines share data, it is vital to make sure
that one line doesn't alter data while its being used by another line. The
BLOCK/UNBLOCK Task Icon gives you the ability to protect shared "hot" data
while it's in use by a line.
CALLER INPUT...
Accepts touchtone input from the remote device. CALLER INPUT works directly
with CODE Task Icons to create multiple branching leads for the Script. This
Task Icon gives you an input time-out option, the ability to use a "terminator"
key and the ability to control how many digits it will accept. The input can
be saved to a variable for permanent or temporary use. When used with a modem
line, the CALLER INPUT will accept keyboard input from the remote computer.
CODE...
This Task Icon works specifically with the CALLER INPUT Task Icon to create
a "lock and key" to a Script branch. You can enter a specific number or code
(including numbers and/or text as found on the telephone keypad), or you can
use a variable. When used with a modem line, the CODE Task Icon will accept
keyboard input from the remote computer.
DIAL OUT...
Gives the Script the ability to call out or send out a number over the telephone.
You may use a specific phone number or you can use a variable number. The
DIAL OUT Task Icon can detect and respond to specific phone signals, such
as VOICE, RING, BUSY and OTHER. This Task Icon builds Script branches for
each type of signal. Simply continue Scripting to handle each condition encountered...
DISK ACCESS...
The DISK ACCESS Task Icon includes several different I/O functions: Copy,
Delete, Add files, Read and Write to file, List files and directories, Make
and Remove directories and Send and Receive files.
FAX ON DEMAND...
The FAX ON DEMAND Task Icon can be activated with each TFLX system. Depending
on the system you own, the Task Icon may be able to send fax only during the
same call or it may be able to accept a caller's fax number for fax back.
GOTO/GOSUB...
GOTO and GOSUB are essential programming abilities which enable a Script to
instantly jump to another part of the Script. The GOTO redirects the Script
activity, while the GOSUB enables the Script to leap to a subroutine, then
return when the subroutine task is complete. Additional abilities included
with the GOTO/GOSUB Task Icon are: RETURN and POP.
HANGUP PHONE...
Simply terminates the call. A one-task Task Icon, there are no other parameters
to change or customize.
IF/THEN...
This simple but powerful Task Icon enables the Script to make data comparisons
and provide branches for True and False match conditions. One piece of data
at a time can be compared to an =, <, > condition, or in combination: <=,
=>, <> (not equal to).
INTERLINE SEND...
INTERLINE SEND works together with the INTERLINE RECEIVE Task Icon to provide
the way to send data and pass information or commands between lines during
calls, between calls, or at any point.
INTERLINE RECEIVE...
INTERLINE RECEIVE works together with the INTERLINE SEND Task Icon to provide
the way to receive data from one line or several lines while calls are in
progress, between calls, and at any point.
KEYBOARD INPUT...
This Task Icon gives the Script the ability to accept keyboard input from
the keyboard attached to the PC DUET is running on. With this Task Icon you
have instant access to database files, variables and other text-based data.
LOCK/UNLOCK..
The LOCK/UNLOCK Task Icon gives DUET the ability to block access to a Task
Icon or a branch of Scripting for temporary or indefinite period of time.
This lock-out can be deactivated from a remote location.
MATH...
The MATH Task Icon is a simple equation editor. Using the +, -, /, *, = and
DIV and MOD (divide and modulus), you can execute math calculations and equate
values with variables.
MISC. COMMANDS...
A simple Task Icon... designed to accept several Script Commands not handled
by the other Task Icons. Opening the MISC.COMMANDS, a Commands menu appears.
Selecting a Command in the menu will insert the command into the Task Icon's
edit box. A short list of Commands includes...Pickup (phone)
Flash
Wait
DTMF Time
Delete file
SerialOpen and Close
SerialSend and Receive
CopyFile
Rename File
...as well as several
Commands that allow you to change system-wide parameters on-the-fly, from
a remote location.
MONITOR EVENT...
Allows the Script to track the activation of specific Task Icons during Script
operation and provide a detailed log of activity. The degree of detail is
fully optional and the information is stored into a text file for later review.
PLAYBACK...
The PLAYBACK Task Icon lets you and your callers retrieve your voice mail
messages. Options enable you to play one or more voice mailboxes on demand.
Playback options enable you to replay, skip to the next message, return to
the previous message, skip to the first or last message, fast forward, rewind,
delete specific messages or delete all messages.
RECORD AND SAVE...
The RECORD AND SAVE Task Icon enables a Script to record mailbox messages
and sound files and save them to disk. In addition to the basic ability to
record sound files, this Task Icon contains several options to control the
length of the recording, essential message editing options for the caller,
such as review, replace, append, save and cancel message.
SCREEN DISPLAY...
The SCREEN DISPLAY enables a Script to display graphic pictures on the local
monitor while a Script is running. Use in conjunction with a SCREEN TEXT Task
Icon, you can create very informative on-screen displays. This Task Icon can
also be used to display graphics on a remote ANSI or RIP terminal for BBS
Scripts/applications.
SCREEN TEXT...
The SCREEN TEXT Task Icon enables the Script to print text and variable text
on the monitor during Script operation. A simple text editor, the SCREEN TEXT
contains controls that allow you to align and place text precisely on the
computer screen. This Task Icon is especially useful for creating BBS Scripts/applications.
VARIABLES...
A special "global" Task Icon which enables you to define and use database
and USER variables in a Script. Besides adding variables to the Script, the
VARIABLES Task Icon has the ability to globally change and replace uses of
variables throughout a Script.
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