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Log-a-Jog Frequently Asked Questions

1. I receive an error that says "Graphs32.ocx or one of its dependencies not correctly registered.  A file is missing or invalid".   (1/2000)
2. I receive an error when running Log-a-Jog about VBAJET32.DLL or MSJET35.DLL being the wrong version. What can I do? (11/1998)
3. I just installed Log-a-Jog, and am getting an "OLEAUT32.DLL" out of date error.. what should I do? (11/1998)
4. I'm getting a "Runtime Error 429: You do not have the functionality to use this license" when I run Log-a-Jog. (03/1998)

Hints and Tips for using Log-a-Jog

1. Reinstalling Log-a-Jog again (after a disk crash) or on a new computer  (03/2000)
2. Why can't I see an Event and a run on the Monthly calendar that occur on the same day? (01/2000)
3. How can I enter more than 1 run/activity per day? (07/1999)
4. How can I track other sports/activities in Log-a-Jog? (06/2002)
5. Log-a-Jog seems to run slow on my computer, any thing I can do? (12/1998)
6. My run images and text on the monthly calendar don't appear to be lined up correctly, what can I do? (11/1998)
7. Can I import my existing run data from other log programs into Log-a-Jog? (11/1998)
8. How do I create a map of my course? (10/1998)
9. Can I publish my Log-a-Jog data to a WebPages or export data to other files ? (05/1998)
10. Not all of the buttons on the Edit/Review Tab are showing up... how can I fix this? (04/1998)
11. How can I recalculate totals for Shoes, Course, Types and Milestones? (05/1998)
12. Is there a way to add previous mileage to the total mileage for a pair of shoes? (05/1998)
13. Is there any way to track other sports/exercises in Log-a-Jog? (03/1998)
14. Can I set up a default Type of Run, Shoes, Course or Milestone? (03/1998)
15. Can Log-a-Jog track more than one runner at a time? (03/1998)
16. Can Log-a-Jog track multiple pairs of shoes? (02/1998)
17. What happens to my existing data if I change an Optional Field? (02/1998)
18. Can I switch the calendar display so that weeks start on Monday? (02/1998)
19. Does Log-a-Jog support different regional settings in Windows? (02/1998)
20. How can I log more than 5 laps for interval training?  (3/1998)
21. Can I enter more than 1 milestone per run? (01/1998)
22. Does Log-a-Jog support different date formats (like dd/mm/yy)?   (12/1997)
23. How can I get more information displayed on the monthly calendar?  (12/1997)
24. Can Log-a-Jog data be used with other programs?  (12/1997)
25. Where is the Log-a-Jog data kept? (backing up my data)?  (12/1997)

General Questions about Log-a-Jog

1. What is the cost to upgrade to Log-a-Jog v3.x? (10/1998)
2. Does Log-a-Jog handle the Year 2000? (01/1998)
3. Will Log-a-Jog work on a Macintosh? (11/1997)
4. I'd like to give Log-a-Jog as a gift. What's the best way to do this? (11/1997)
5. I really like Log-a-Jog! What other products or services are available? (11/1997)

The problem might be because several of 'standard' controls files supplied by Microsoft when you first installed Windows 95/98/NT may now be out of date and need to updated before you can run some newer programs.  The Graphic Server software that we licensed requires that several these control files be the most current ones that Microsoft has released.  For your convenience, we have assembled all of the "most current" files that are authorized by Microsoft and are used by the Graphs32.ocx program into the file below.  Another problem might be that another program you installed might have replaced Graphs32.ocx or one of the needed Microsoft files with an older version, thus is causing the problem.  Either way, the below "graphpatch" may resolve the problem for you.

Use this patch only if you already have Log-a-Jog v3.3 installed. If not, please install version 3.3 first, then try this patch.

1. Download the GraphPatch  file by clicking on the link below:

graphpatch.exe  (<- click on this file)

2. Copy GRAPHPATCH.EXE to your Log-a-Jog Directory.
3. Run (double click on) GRAPHPATCH.EXE to install the new files.
4. Run Log-a-Jog and see if the problem has been resolved

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Log-a-Jog's minimum requirements is a machine capable of running Windows 95/98 or NT. However, we recommend that Log-a-Jog be run on at least a Pentium class machine with 16 MB of memory. If you are trying to run Log-a-Jog on a machine such as a 486, you will probably experience slow performance (as you probably do with many other programs written for higher end machines.) Log-a-Jog has been designed to run optimally on reasonably configured Pentium machines as it uses the latest technology available. If you have an older machine, we're afraid we can't offer you any solutions.

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This problem usually occurs if another application on your system had these files in use (without you knowing it) while you installed Log-a-Jog. Since they were in use, the install program was unable to update them to the correct version. We have created a small patch to compensate for this problem. Simply download this file: Jet.EXE and copy it to your Windows System directory (usually c:/windows/system). Double click on the file to extract the files, and allow it to overwrite any existing files. The next time you run Log-a-Jog, you shouldn't encounter this error.

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At different screen resolutions, the text and images on the monthly calendar may not look correct with their default position settings. You can adjust the font size, text placement and image placement from the Preferences screen for each runner. Select the Logbooks menu at the top of the screen and select "Preferences (selected runner)". About midway down the screen you can adjust the text and image Top and Left positions. The center of a day in the calendar (cell) is considered "0". A negative number in the Left start position will move the image to the left, and a positive will move it right. A negative number in the Top start position will the text or image up, and a positive will move it down. At lower resolutions (800x600) you may have to also decrease your font size to get all three lines of text to appear on the calendar.

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Because of the number of run log programs available, and the small niche we serve with Log-a-Jog, we do not currently have any automatic import features. However, Log-a-Jog uses a standard Microsoft Access database structure. If you have a copy of the most recent version of Access, and your existing data is in a format that can be read by Access, you can probably manually import the data using Access's tools. We have heard from other runners who have imported data from other run log programs successfully using this method. Log-a-Jog 3 keeps your run information in a file called <yourname>.mdb (where <yourname> is your name.)

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The problem is related to the install program not being able to update this file because it may have been in use during the installation. If you restart your computer after the installation, or receiving the error, it should clear up. If restarting your system does not clear up the problem, please download OLEPATCH.EXE.

Instructions:
1. Save the OLEPATCH.EXE  file to a temporary folder (ie C:\TEMP)
2. Double Click on 'My Computer'
3. Double click on the drive where the temporary folder is located.
4. Double click on the temporary folder
5. Find and double click on the file OLEPATCH.EXE
6. Follow the on-screen instructions

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While Log-a-Jog can display the results of multiple runs (or several logbook entries), it cannot display both an entry from the Event database and the Logbook database at the same time.   We give the Logbook entries priority, so if you add a run on the same day as an event, the Logbook entry will become the default entry for the display.  However, you can temporarily change what Log-a-Jog displays.  On the top of the calendar display (next to the Print Month button), you will find a pull down selector that lets you change what is displayed on the Calendar.  Using this selector, you can select to see Events Only.  Remember, that if you click on an Event and then click on "Convert to a Run", your Event information (name, target pace/time, etc.) will automatically inserted as text in your comments section of the Logbook entry.  When an Event is converted to a Logbook entry, it is not lost.  As described above, you can still display it on the Calendar and also on the Edit/Review Data list screen.  When reviewing a Logbook entry, if the "?" button next to the Date/Time area is RED, it means there is also an Event for the same day and if you click on this RED "?", that event will be displayed.

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Log-a-Jog has the ability to display and associate a graphic with each course you run. These graphics may be maps, photos, drawing, etc. If you'd like to display a map of your course, you can either scan in a map and save it in a Windows graphics format (bmp, gif, jpg, etc.) or you can use a mapping program such as DeLorme's AAA Map'n'Go to create the map. Most mapping programs allow you to copy the map to your clipboard - where you can then paste it into a graphics editing program (like Paint Brush, Jasc's Paint Shop Pro, etc.) and save it as a Windows graphic file. You can also take photos with a digital camera, or scan in photos of your course. Log-a-Jog will automatically scale your graphic to the size of approximately 325x325 (pixels). If your graphic is not proportionate to these measurements, your graphic will appear disoriented in Log-a-Jog.

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Can I publish my Log-a-Jog data to my webpage or export data?

Yes! After you have selected the records you want to publish (by doing a Search), click on the Print button at the top of the Edit/Review Tab. Choose the report that you want to publish as a webpage. Select the "Preview on Screen" option. This will bring up a picture of your report to your screen. There's a button at the top of the preview that looks like an envelope with an arrow.. this is the Export Button. Click on this button, and choose your format to be "HTML" (This option will only appear if your system has an HTML component installed.) Next, just name your new HTML page. You can now include this file on your personal webpage, to let others view your running progress. You may want to edit the HTML document (with your favorite webpage editor) to get the fonts, colors and backgrounds that match your existing site. Remember, you can also copy any chart from Log-a-Jog as a graphics file, and include it on your webpage.

This same area will also let you export your Log-a-Jog data to other types of files.

We'd also be delighted if you'd consider placing a link from your personal webpage back to the Log-a-Jog homepage to let others know how you're keeping your run log. Our URL is http://www.logajog.com.

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Not all of the buttons on the Edit/Review Tab are showing up... how can I fix this?

If the Edit/Review tab looks like you are missing some of the buttons (you should have: New, Delete, Print, Search, All, Runs, Course, Milestones, Types, Shoes & Events) - then you probably have your screen resolution set to 640x480. Log-a-Jog has been designed to optimally display at a minimum of 800x600 resolution.  You will probably also notice that some of your Monthly Totals (when viewing the Year Calendar) are chopped off, as well as some of the graphing options on the Statistics Tab.

To change resolutions, go to your Control Panel in Windows and select "Display."  Choose the "Settings" tab, and set your "Desktop Area" to 800 by 600 pixels.  You will probably have to at least reload Windows for the changes to take effect. You can also find tools on Microsoft's webpage (such as "QuickRes") that lets you switch back and forth between settings without rebooting.

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How can I recalculate totals for Shoes, Types, Course and Milestones?

In Log-a-Jog 2.3 and above, there is an option on the Edit/Review Data tab called "Reset Totals". This allows you to automatically resync totals in your Shoes, Types, Course and Milestones databases. Possible reasons why your totals may have gotten out of sync include: Deleting a Run or recategorizing an existing run by changing the Shoes, Type, Course or Milestone associated with it.

Now, every time you delete or change a run, you will be prompted to Reset your Totals.

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Is there a way to add previous mileage to the total mileage for a pair of shoes?

Yes! There are two ways that we recommend doing this if you have a pair of shoes that you want to "carry in" mileage for, without having to add all of your previous runs - simply follow these steps:

Option 1: Carry in Totals in Database

1. Click on the Edit/Review Data Tab
2. Click on the "Shoes" Button - a listing of all the shoes you've added will appear.
3. You can edit a pair of shoes, or add a new pair from this screen. Bring up the pair of shoes you want to adjust. You can change any of the totals you want to reflect previous runs that you don't want to go back and enter.

Note: If you ever Reset Totals, you will loose your carried in totals. To avoid loosing these totals, please use Option 2.

Option 2: Create a new record representing the cumulative total you want to bring in

Add a new Log-a-Jog Run with the just the totals that you want to carry in for each pair of shoes, milestone, course or type of run. This may involve adding several record, but will prevent your carry in totals from being erased in case you ever Reset Totals.

You can do this with any of the extra databases we track, such as "Type of Run", "Milestone" or "Course" as well.

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Runtime Error 429

This error is caused because at one time or another, you have either installed Visual Basic 4 or another software package written in Visual Basic 4 that uses an older or unregistered version of the Graphing Tools we use to produce your graphs & charts in Log-a-Jog. Visual Basic 4 used to include a limited version of this tool at no charge. We decided to upgrade the package to be used with Visual Basic 6 (which is what Log-a-Jog is written in). However, both the newer full version and the old version in Visual Basic 4 have the same name. So, if you installed another package that used the old control, when you launch Log-a-Jog the Graph Control sees that you have the older version and not the newer version any more, and thus produces the error. 

To correct this problem, follow these instructions:

1. Click on the Start Button, and choose "Run"
2. Type in : regsvr32 /u graph32.ocx    Press ENTER or click OK
3. Click on the Start Button again, and choose "Run"
4. Type in: regsvr32 /u graphx32.ocx   Press ENTER or click OK
5. Click on the Start Button again, and choose "Run"
6. Type in:  regsvr32 graphx32.ocx  Press ENTER or click OK
7. Relaunch Log-a-Jog - you should not get the error anymore.

This will unregister the previous version of the Graphing Control and register the correct version in your Window's Registry. This should not effect any programs that you may have that are using the older version of the control. However, we obviously can't take any responsibility for someone else's programs, and make no guarantees that you'll be able to run both Log-a-Jog and other programs using an older version of the graphing controls. (Although, we've not heard any reports of having this problem after performing the above instructions.) You will probably have to repeat the above steps again if you install or re-install other programs that use the older graphing control.

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How can I track other sports/exercises in Log-a-Jog?

Log-a-Jog was originally intended as a run/jog tracking tool only. However, we've had many of you request some flexibility in tracking other kinds of sports and exercises that may not involve distance/pace. .  

We recommend that when you log another type of exercise, that you use the "Type of Run" field to designate the exercise type. (Aerobics, Jump/Jab, Water Aerobics, Bicep Curls, Treadmill, Boxing, Swimming, etc.) This will allow you to search for this exercise type later, and print and view graphs for it. Then, you can use the Course entry to designate where you performed the exercise (Health Club, Basement, Community Pool, etc.) On the laps entry, simply key in the amount of time spent doing this activity - if it makes sense to do so. If there isn't a distance involved, just key in "0" (zero). (However, if you do key in a distance other than zero, your Runner's Totals will reflect this entire entry as a "run." when displaying your Runner's Totals.)  You can set up some of your Optional Fields and Comments to record other information about the activity.

When viewing the monthly calendar or graphs, you'll have the option to display all activities, those with distance involved, those without distance and events only. When viewing non-distance related activities on the graph, some options will be turned off - including distance and pace.

This feature isn't meant to make Log-a-Jog a multi-exercise analysis system - it simply allows runner's to record other exercise programs. All of the analysis tools are geared specifically towards running/jogging/walking.

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Can I set up a default Type of Run, Shoes, Course or Milestone?

Yes! Each of these databases have a "Default" option on them. To set it, call up the Editor for the item that you want to set as your default. You can do this from the Edit/Review Tab, or from the Logbook entry screen. Check the Default option at the top of the window. This item will be pre-selected each time you add a run. s

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Can Log-a-Jog track more than one runner at a time?

Log-a-Jog 3.2 allows you to set up as many running databases as you need. Each will retain their own set of preferences, shoes, types, courses and milestones. Currently, there are no features that allow you to compare one runner to another - however we do have plans to make this a feature in a future release.  To setup an new runner, click on the "Logbooks" menu at the top of the screen and select "Add New Runner."

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What is the cost to upgrade to Log-a-Jog v3.2?

If you have already licensed/purchased a previous version of Log-a-Jog, the upgrade is free for you to download. (If you would like us to ship you the new version on CD, there is a $10 shipping/media fee for US addresses - we don't ship internationally.) If you've not registered Log-a-Jog yet, and you would like to take a look at the new features - you are free to download v3.4 to evaluate. The registration fee will be $39.95 should you decide to continue using the program beyond the 20 free entries.

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Can Log-a-Jog track multiple pairs of shoes?

Yes! Log-a-Jog 3.2 supports tracking multiple pairs of shoes. Just like specifying a course, milestone or type of run, simply select the pair of shoes you ran in, and Log-a-Jog will keep running totals. You can view your shoe history at anytime on the Edit/Review screen - which means you can add, delete, edit or print shoes.

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What happens to my existing data if I change an Optional Field?

If you change an optional field's setting in Preferences, nothing happens to your existing data for that field. For instance, if you turn off our Pedometer readings feature, and reuse those fields for Humidity and Resting Heart Rate, those fields will not be cleared for existing records. That means that if you previously placed information in the "Steps" field, and you rename it to "Humidity", you could now have records with 1100 displayed for Humidity. (Since this is a new feature, we figured many people would be experimenting with this feature, so we didn't want to risk having you loose data that you weren't ready to trash.)

After you have changed a field's name, we recommend that you go to the Statistics Tab, and plot a graph for the field you just changed. If a graph is produced, you can instantly tell which week or month you have old data stored in for the old field name. You can then target those previous runs, and manually remove the old data. Also remember that you can view and edit the Log-a-Jog database files in Microsoft Access or Excel.

If you have too many runs to adjust manually yourself (and you don't have Access or Excel), please contact us. We would be happy to have you send us your Log-a-Jog database, and we'll clear the fields for you and send you back your database cleaned up. (Each registered Log-a-Jog customer can use this service once at no charge.) To us, this is a better alternative than having someone accidentally delete all old data, and not be able to easily recover from it.

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Can I switch the calendar display so that weeks start on Monday?

Yes! In version 2.1 and above, you have the option in Preferences to start weeks either on Monday or Sunday. We had several requests from our friends in Europe to allow for displaying the calendars as Monday started weeks. Sorry, this feature is not available in version 1.4 and below.

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Does Log-a-Jog support different regional settings in Windows?

Yes, in version 2.1 and above, Log-a-Jog does support different regional settings (such as Dutch). Regional Settings allow your computer to display and sort dates and numbers differently, depending on your region and language settings. To change your regional setting, click on "My Computer" and select "Control Panel." If you're using version 1.4 or below, you may encounter problems with international regional settings.

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Does Log-a-Jog handle the Year 2000?

Yes!  All of VCR's software products support the year 2000.  We anticipated this problem way back in 1981 and made sure that all of our customers have been ready since then. Please see our official Statement of Year 2000 Compliance at the bottom of   the Features section.

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Does Log-a-Jog support different date formats (like DD/MM/YY)?

Yes!  Log-a-Jog supports all dates that you can select in Microsoft's Windows.   In the Window's Control Panel you'll find the "Regional Settings" Icon.   It lets you pick a default date to use, such as "mm/dd/yy" or "dd/mm/yy".  If you have entered lots of runs in one format, then decide change to a different default date format, Log-a-Jog will automatically adjust all existing records to your new format.  All date displays (calendars, log entries and charts) will also automatically adjust themselves.

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Can I enter more than 1 milestone per run?

Yes.  Although Log-a-Jog only stores the last milestone you enter, you can update several milestones while entering a single run. Log-a-Jog will not only add new milestones as you enter them from a log entry, it will also update as many as you retrieve. Just make sure that you enter all information about that milestone (distance & time) before pulling up (or creating) a new one.  Here at VCR, we usually update 2 milestones per run ... but make our best one the last one we enter, so that when we retrieve the whole entry later, the best milestone is displayed with the run for that day.

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How can I enter more than 1 run/activity per day?

You can enter as many runs/activities per day as you would like. You can add the first run from the Calendar displays. However, to add additional runs for the same day, you will need to use the "Add Run" button at the top on the Monthly calendar or the Edit/Review tab.  You can also select the "Data" menu at the top of the screen and select "Add Run" from here as well. You'll be able to see and retrieve any of those runs when using the LIST (the Edit/Review Data Tab).   In Log-a-Jog 2.1 and above, all runs on one day will be summarized on the monthly calendar. However in Log-a-Jog 1.4 and below, only information from the last run you entered will be displayed. 

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How do I get more information displayed on the Monthly Calendar?

The Monthly calendar can display up to three lines of text, one graphic and a color. For distance related activities (runs) - we display your Distance, Pace and Time. If you had multiple runs, the total number of runs for that day is displayed. For non-distance related runs, we display the Type of Run name, as well as the total time. For events, the name of the event is displayed. If the event is a goal or a race, your target pace and time are also displayed.

If you do not see all three lines of text on your monthly display, you may need to adjust the font size used and the text placement coordinates. These can be changed on the Preferences screen (under the Logbook menu). A smaller font will allow more text to be displayed.

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I'd like to give Log-a-Jog as a gift. What's the best way to do this?

If Log-a-Jog is already installed on the machine of the recipient of your gift, then simply report the Authorization Code as shown on the Help|Register Menu of the Log-a-Jog installed there. We also recommend that you supply us with the person's name and E-mail address you are registering for - in case they need to contact us for support later. They'll also qualify for free updates, and discounts on future upgrades to Log-a-Jog. The Authorization Codes are unique to the computer they are installed on. So if you're evaluating Log-a-Jog on a machine different than the one it will be run on, make sure you report the Authorization Code for the machine you want it registered on.

If Log-a-Jog is not yet installed on the machine you want to register as a gift, just drop us an E-mail (logajog@veard.com) or give us a call (407-722-0220) to place your order. Please provide us with both your billing information (your name, credit card #, expiration date, billing address, etc.) and information about the person you are registering Log-a-Jog for (their name, address, E-mail address, etc.). After they have installed Log-a-Jog, either you or they may contact us to obtain their Registration Code to enable Log-a-Jog.

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Where is the Log-a-Jog data kept? (Backing up Log-a-Jog)

Each runner's Log-a-Jog data is stored in a file with their name, ending with the extension of *.mdb located in your Log-a-Jog directory (defaulted to c:\program files\logajog). There are also two other files involved, named Preferences.mdb and Defaults.vcr. We recommend that you back up these files often, by copying them to another location or floppy disk. You can restore your back-up at any time by simply copying the files back into the Log-a-Jog directory. If for any reason you need to re-install Log-a-Jog, make sure you backup these files first!

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Will Log-a-Jog work on a Macintosh?

No - Log-a-Jog does not currently support Macintosh. However, if you are running a Windows 95 emulator, Log-a-Jog may work. But we have not tested this to verify. (If you have Log-a-Jog running under this configuration - we'd love to hear from you: info@logajog.com.

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I really like Log-a-Jog!  What other products and services do you have available?

VCR (VeArd Computer Research) is a full computer consulting company. We offer a wide range of products and services, all of which are profiled on this website. (Use the left hand frame to take a look!)

VCR also offers custom application development, web development and general computer consulting. If you have an idea for a software product, contact us - perhaps we can co-develop it.

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Can Log-a-Jog data be used with other programs?

Log-a-Jog was written using Microsoft's Visual BASIC-6.  We create standard Microsoft database files.  That means you can access our primary database using other Microsoft products like Access and Excel (for you programmers we use JET's DAO3032.dll).  All of your running information is kept in a database with your name, followed by the extension ".mdb".  You should routinely back up this file, especially before "playing" with your data using these other products.

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How can I log interval training (more than 5 laps)?

Log-a-Jog v2.1 and above supports the entry of an unlimited number of laps in a run. However since the display for the lap # is only 2 characters wide, we say you're limited to 99 laps in a run for display purposes. However, the program will support and calculate many more than that. Log-a-Jog 1.4 and below provides for entering only 5 laps per logged entry. 

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