PROGRESS UPDATE FOR MC & JMRI 5.9.1 & ABOVE - 01/01/25
MC1-2-4JMRI is Ready to Roll
MC1-2-4JMRI contains an optional 2 Column Format. Because of some confusion with this 2-column format and MC2-4JMRI the stand-alone 2-column format, MC1-4JMRI has been renamed to MC1-2-4JMRI
Major Update in the WORKS
Find it in "THE CREATORS"
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MC2-4JMRI is Ready to Roll - Major Update w/ Documentation
MC2-4JMRI contains the stand alone 2 Column Format. This format although two columns differs a bit from the two-column format in MC1-2-4JMRI
Find it in "THE CREATORS"
Major Update 01/09/25 -With Updated Documentation
MC1-2-4JMRI contains an optional 2 Column Format. Because of some confusion with this 2-column format and MC2-4JMRI the stand-alone 2-column format, MC1-4JMRI has been renamed to MC1-2-4JMRI
Major Update in the WORKS
Find it in "THE CREATORS"
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MC2-4JMRI is Ready to Roll - Major Update w/ Documentation
MC2-4JMRI contains the stand alone 2 Column Format. This format although two columns differs a bit from the two-column format in MC1-2-4JMRI
Find it in "THE CREATORS"
Major Update 01/09/25 -With Updated Documentation
PROGRESS UPDATE FOR MC & JMRI 5.9.1 & ABOVE - 01/01/25
Status 01/01/25:
Many of the issues below continue but have completely revamped MC2-4JMRI and add much needed documentaztion:
If you have tried it in the past or are new to JMRI OPS, give it a try. Just remember it is written in Excel and therefore is Windows based.
Status 07/31/45:
I have been working away at MC changes for JMRI 5.9.1 and have run into some issues that have slowed the progress.
- I have had family visiting for the last three weeks.
I live on a lake in the middle of Michigan and it is summertime.
- I had gained some ground working late at night and early in the morning.
- However, havoc struck in the form of OneDrive.
- I have spent several days attempting to clean up.
I will not be using OneDrive soon if at all.
- Several updates to the various MCs were compromised during the cleanup.
- I have had to recoup things I had already changed.
I am still in this phase.
- Excel (Office 365) seems to have had some internal updates.
- Things that have worked for years are no longer working as in the past.
I continue the work, but the best action, if you are waiting for changes due to the use of JMRI 5.9.1 or above, is to send me your current version/release and I will make just the necessary changes and return it quickly.
Some are waiting to try other versions or to use Manifest Creator for the first time. Asking for your patience is all that I have to offer today. The Version Releases on the website are "Not Ready For Prime Time" just yet.
All for today,
Dan
Thank you for your patience
NOTE: MC1-2-4JMRI as of 07/18/24 will function but additional updates are in the Works before the final release.
Many of the issues below continue but have completely revamped MC2-4JMRI and add much needed documentaztion:
If you have tried it in the past or are new to JMRI OPS, give it a try. Just remember it is written in Excel and therefore is Windows based.
Status 07/31/45:
I have been working away at MC changes for JMRI 5.9.1 and have run into some issues that have slowed the progress.
- I have had family visiting for the last three weeks.
I live on a lake in the middle of Michigan and it is summertime.
- I had gained some ground working late at night and early in the morning.
- However, havoc struck in the form of OneDrive.
- I have spent several days attempting to clean up.
I will not be using OneDrive soon if at all.
- Several updates to the various MCs were compromised during the cleanup.
- I have had to recoup things I had already changed.
I am still in this phase.
- Excel (Office 365) seems to have had some internal updates.
- Things that have worked for years are no longer working as in the past.
I continue the work, but the best action, if you are waiting for changes due to the use of JMRI 5.9.1 or above, is to send me your current version/release and I will make just the necessary changes and return it quickly.
Some are waiting to try other versions or to use Manifest Creator for the first time. Asking for your patience is all that I have to offer today. The Version Releases on the website are "Not Ready For Prime Time" just yet.
All for today,
Dan
Thank you for your patience
NOTE: MC1-2-4JMRI as of 07/18/24 will function but additional updates are in the Works before the final release.
Notice of updates will be made in the User Group and will point to this website for additional information.
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IMPORTANT ANNOUNCEMENT REGARDING MANIFEST CREATOR AND JMRI 5.9.1 & ABOVE
MC1-2-4JMRI has been updated - 07/18/24
MC2-4JMRI Version 3 Release 15 had major updates with documentation and is waiting to be used - 01/01/25
JMRI OPS PRO introduced three new fields in the CSV files used by Manifest Creator. This is an easy thing for me to fix. HOWEVER, I have made many individual modifications to the various versions of MC that you might be running. For that reason let's follow this process.
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o If you do not plan on upgrading JMRI above 5.9.0, you need to do nothing.
o 01/01/25 - With the latest updates to MC2-4JMRI you will want to update to the latest.
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o I will upgrade the versions on the site to work with the new CSV Files.
Announcements will be sent via the JMRI User Group when each Version is ready.
A notice on each version's page will be made when that version is complete.
You are more than welcome to download any version once it has been updated.
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o If you need to protect your preferences and Format (in earlier versions - MC1 and MC2)
I am no longer able to track and update specialized versions.
If you have something that you like but does not run in JMRI 5.9.1 and above,
send me the file(s) required to run your version. This will only be changes necessary
to allow it to run in 5.9.1 or above.
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o I will make the updates and return your special release.
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Thank you for your patience while I catch up.
Dan Foltz
Manifest Creator
[email protected]
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o If you do not plan on upgrading JMRI above 5.9.0, you need to do nothing.
o 01/01/25 - With the latest updates to MC2-4JMRI you will want to update to the latest.
================================================================================================
o I will upgrade the versions on the site to work with the new CSV Files.
Announcements will be sent via the JMRI User Group when each Version is ready.
A notice on each version's page will be made when that version is complete.
You are more than welcome to download any version once it has been updated.
================================================================================================
o If you need to protect your preferences and Format (in earlier versions - MC1 and MC2)
I am no longer able to track and update specialized versions.
If you have something that you like but does not run in JMRI 5.9.1 and above,
send me the file(s) required to run your version. This will only be changes necessary
to allow it to run in 5.9.1 or above.
================================================================================================
o I will make the updates and return your special release.
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Thank you for your patience while I catch up.
Dan Foltz
Manifest Creator
[email protected]
The Creators
The Creators provide alternatives to the Manifests that are produced by JMRI Operations system. There are currently seven different Creators for you to select. These vary from producing Manifests to Car Cards and even Train Orders, Switch Lists, Location Lists, Way Bills, and Way Cards. Each option has it's own section within the Website. Below are some sample documents from the different versions. The Pros and Cons of each format will be described on subsequent pages. Downloads of the files required to run each specific version are also found on their specific version page. These are found in the individual sub-sections within THE CREATORS section. You will find some general use files on the actual Creators page. Please make sure you check this out. Although not necessary you might find them useful in your use with The Creators, which ever one you decide upon using.
There are specific requirements that your computer must meet in order to take advantage of these Creators. This is explained in the REQUIREMENTS section.
The original Creator came about in a rather strange way. Read this history in the HISTORY section.
Finally, if you have any concerns, questions, or suggestions use the handy Form in the CONTACT AUTHOR section.
If you have what is needed and try a Creator or two, I hope you find them user friendly and useful. Also, I would like to hear from you if you are now using a Creator or have just downloaded your first attempt.
There are specific requirements that your computer must meet in order to take advantage of these Creators. This is explained in the REQUIREMENTS section.
The original Creator came about in a rather strange way. Read this history in the HISTORY section.
Finally, if you have any concerns, questions, or suggestions use the handy Form in the CONTACT AUTHOR section.
If you have what is needed and try a Creator or two, I hope you find them user friendly and useful. Also, I would like to hear from you if you are now using a Creator or have just downloaded your first attempt.
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The Creators
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1. MC1-2-4JMRI
2. MC2-4JMRI 3. MC3-4JMRI * 4. MIC4JMRI 5. MIC24JMRI * 6. MC4-4JMRI * 7. WBI4JMRI 8. WBII4JMRI 9. WC4JMRI |
ManifestCreator-one-forJMRI - the original Creator
With additional two-column format ManifestCreator-two-for-JMRI - first user request - two column manifest This format varies a bit from the two-column format available in MC1-2-4JMRI ManifestCreator-three-for-JMRI - JMRI Default Manifest "look-a-like" ManifestImageCreator-for-JMRI - includes images of your rolling stock so that "older" eyes can find cars. ManifestImageCreator-two-for-JMRI - similar to MCIII4JMRI but includes images of your rolling stock. SwitchListCreator-for-JMRI - creates Manifests as old prototype Switch Lists WayBills-one-for-JMRI - creates waybills for use with Car Cards WayBills-two-for-JMRI - creates waybills for use with Car Cards WayCard-for-JMRI - creates waybills with images of your rolling stock |
* Include sister applications for providing JMRI Switch Lists
