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*.JEPP/LINK SERVICE USER GUIDE
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*.TABLE OF CONTENTS
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*.

*. SECTION 1 - INTRODUCTION

*.   1.1  WHAT IS JEPP/LINK?
     -----------------------

     Jepp/Link was developed to provide state-of-the-art on-line information
     services for pilots and non-pilots with aviation interests.  Jepp/Link
     meets most pre-flight planning needs in one easy session.

          THE JEPP/LINK MAIN MENU
          =======================

          W - AVIATION WEATHER     ---- Provides full aviation weather
                                        briefings, including encoded and
                                        decoded text weather briefings
                                        and vivid color and black/white 
                                        weather maps. 

          F - FLIGHT PLANNING      ---- Offers computerized flight planning
                                        and flight plan filing.

          P - PILOT SHOP           ---- An on-line catalog featuring
                                        selected Jeppesen Sanderson products
                                        and chart services.

          S - SERVICE DESCRIPTIONS ---- Describes features and requirements
                                        in detail.

          B - BILLING              ---- Handles account inquiries.  Allows
                                        credit card information updates.

          X - SUGGESTION BOX       ---- Jeppesen DataPlan LISTENS to your
                                        comments and questions.

          D - SYSTEM DEFAULTS      ---- Personalizes system defaults.
                                        Change your PASSWORD, store
                                        default weather report types,
                                        select decoded or encoded format 
                                        for weather briefings, and update
                                        user information.
                        
          Q - QUIT                 ---- Quits a function or disconnects you
                                        from the system.

     Jepp/Link is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.  Weather
     coverage currently includes the conterminous U.S., Alaska, Canada,
     and Hawaii.  Flight plan filing is available for the conterminous U.S.

*.
*. SECTION 2 - ACCESSING JEPP/LINK

*.   2.1  GETTING STARTED ON JEPP/LINK
     ---------------------------------

     Use any computer or terminal to access Jepp/Link.  To receive
     graphic weather maps, you must use our Jepp/Link Access software.
     Call Jeppesen Sanderson at 800-553-7750 to order your copy.
     (Software is available for IBM or compatible computers.)  Jepp/Link
     Access software is NOT copy protected.  You may make copies for
     friends and associates.

          BASIC SERVICE REQUIREMENTS:

               Computer or terminal
               Modem (300, 1200, or 2400 baud)
               Communications software

          TO RUN JEPP/LINK SOFTWARE:

               IBM PC or AT class computer
               MS or PC DOS 2.0 and above
               256k of memory
               One of the following:  1)  two floppy drives
                                      2)  single floppy drive at least 720k
                                      3)  hard disk
               Hayes or compatible modem - models 300, 1200, 2400



          TO DISPLAY AND PRINT GRAPHIC WEATHER MAPS:

               DISPLAY black and white maps - Hercules, CGA, EGA, or VGA

               DISPLAY color maps           - EGA or VGA
                                              512k memory

               PRINT maps                   - IBM ProPrinter, IBM Graphics,
                                              Epson MX, HP LaserJet series, 
                                              or a printer which emulates one
                                              of the above

     NOTE:  IBM-PC, AT, PC-DOS, and ProPrinter are registered trademarks of
            International Business Machines, Inc.  MS-DOS is a registered
            trademark of Microsoft, Inc.  Epson and Epson MX are registered
            trademarks of Epson America, Inc.  HP and LaserJet are registered
            trademarks of Hewlett-Packard Company.  Hayes is a registered
            trademark of Hayes Microcomputer Products, Inc.  CompuServe is
            a registered trademark of CompuServe Incorporated and H&R Block,
            Inc.  Tymnet is a registered trademark of British Telecom- 
            munications PLC.  Other brand and product names may be trade-
            marks or registered trademarks of their respective companies. 
 
*.   2.2  LOGGING ON WITHOUT JEPP/LINK ACCESS SOFTWARE
     -------------------------------------------------

     Set your communications software to the following parameters:

               BAUD RATE:     300, 1200, OR 2400
               BIT FORMAT:    7 DATA, 1 STOP
               PARITY:        EVEN
               DUPLEX:        FULL

     ALTERNATE SETTINGS: 8 DATA, 1 STOP, NO PARITY

     Jepp/Link is available through three communications carriers.  Each
     requires a different response to ensure your PC or terminal has
     completed the proper "handshake"  with our mainframe computers.

           1)  COMPUSERVE NETWORK:  After connecting, press RETURN once.
               When asked for "HOST ID", enter JEPP and press RETURN again.

           2)  TYMNET NETWORK:  After connecting, press RETURN once.  When
               asked "PLEASE ENTER TERMINAL ID", enter the letter A.  At
               "PLEASE LOG-IN", enter JEPP and press RETURN once.

           3)  DIRECT DIAL (800 SERVICE):  Set your communications software
               to dial 1-800-767-7000.  After connecting, hit the RETURN
               key twice.

     NOTE:  Call COMPUSERVE and TYMNET for the local access numbers to
            use when accessing Jepp/Link through these services.

               COMPUSERVE CUSTOMER SERVICE:  1-800-848-8199
               TYMNET CUSTOMER SERVICE    :  1-800-336-0149

*.   2.3  LOGGING ON WITH JEPP/LINK ACCESS SOFTWARE
     ----------------------------------------------

     Jepp/Link Access software is a communications/graphics program
     designed for quick and easy access to Jepp/Link.  It is necessary
     to receive the graphic weather maps.  See the Jepp/Link Access 
     Software User Guide for instructions.
   
*.   2.4  REGISTRATION AND BILLING INFORMATION
     -----------------------------------------

     To register, enter 'F' and press RETURN at the LOGON ID prompt. 
     During the registration process, you will enter your name, address,
     and telephone number.  Please review the Terms and Conditions of the 
     Jepp/Link service contract.  Jepp/Link will ask you to create a PASSWORD 
     containing 6 to 8 characters and then provide you with a LOGON ID.  
     Please write down your LOGON ID and PASSWORD and keep them in a safe 
     place for reference.  

     Each Jepp/Link session will be charged directly to your VISA or
     MASTERCARD.   Service charges are based on a per-minute rate.
     This entitles you to ALL Jepp/Link services.  Rates vary depending
     upon where you call from and the network you use (Compuserve, Tymnet,
     or Direct Dial 800 Service).  Jepp/Link fees and service charges
     are subject to change without notice.

     You may review service charges, make account inquiries, or change
     your credit card information in the BILLING section at the main
     menu.

     NOTE:  If you lose your LOGON ID or PASSWORD and wish to use
            Jepp/Link, you must register again as a first time user.
            Please write down your LOGON ID number and PASSWORD and keep
            them in a safe place.

*.   2.5  CHANGING YOUR PASSWORD
     ---------------------------

     For added security, you may change your Jepp/Link PASSWORD by
     selecting SYSTEM DEFAULTS at the main menu.  You will need your
     old PASSWORD to make this change.

     NOTE:  Your Jepp/Link LOGON ID cannot be changed unless you register
            again.

*.
*. SECTION 3 - JEPP/LINK WEATHER BRIEFINGS

*.   3.1  NON-GRAPHIC WEATHER BRIEFINGS
     ----------------------------------

     Jepp/Link offers three types of text weather briefings:  ROUTE
     BRIEFINGS, LOCAL BRIEFINGS, and SELECTED WEATHER BRIEFINGS.  All
     text weather is received from the National Weather Service and the 
     FAA.  You can select either encoded or decoded briefing formats (see
     SECTION 6 - JEPP/LINK WEATHER DECODING AND INTERPRETATION ASSISTANCE).
     
     BRIEFING TYPES:

     ROUTE WEATHER BRIEFING (R) ---- The route briefing provides
     weather reports (NWS and FAA) within a 25nm area on either side of the
     route of flight.  Choose a "standard" briefing, a "default" briefing,
     or enter selected reports.  A listing of available report types 
     is provided by entering 'L' at the REPORT TYPES prompt.  An asterisk 
     (*) on this list indicates reports included in a "standard" briefing.

     LOCAL BRIEFING (L) ---- The local briefing provides weather
     reports within a 25nm radius of a specified airport, navaid, or
     weather reporting location.  Enter the location identifier(s), and
     Jepp/Link will provide a "standard" briefing, a "default" briefing, 
     or a selected reports briefing.

     SELECTED REPORTS BRIEFING (S) ---- You may select weather reports
     for specific weather reporting locations.  Please separate multiple 
     reporting stations and multiple reports by commas or spaces.

            EXAMPLE:  SFO,MIA,BOS
            
            EXAMPLE:  SA,UA,FT,NOD


     REPORT TYPES AVAILABLE FOR BRIEFINGS:
     
     "Standard" --- Jepp/Link will compile a briefing using a standard series
                    of reports (available for ROUTE and LOCAL briefings):
                  
                  FA  -- Area Forecast (for each reporting area through
                         which the flight passes)
                  SA  -- Surface Observation
                  FT  -- Terminal Forecast
                  FD  -- Winds Aloft
                  UA  -- Pilot Reports
                  SD  -- Radar Reports
                  WW  -- Severe Weather Warnings
                  WS  -- Sigmets
                  WA  -- Airmets
                  WST -- Convective Sigmets
                  NOD -- Notices to Airmen (NOTAM D's)
                  FDC -- Flight Data Center NOTAMs (Unpublished)
            
    "Default" --- Jepp/Link will compile a briefing using stored report
                  types of your choice.  This enables you to receive
                  customized briefings tailored to your needs (available 
                  for ROUTE and LOCAL briefings).  To store report
                  types for a default briefing, select SYSTEM DEFAULTS 
                  from the main menu.  Stored report types may be updated 
                  as required.   
          

     NOTE:  JEPP/LINK INCLUDES ONLY THOSE FDC NOTAMS THAT HAVE NOT YET
            BEEN PUBLISHED.  STANDARD ROUTE AND LOCAL WEATHER BRIEFINGS
            INCLUDE FDC NOTAMS ASSOCIATED WITH LOCATIONS WITHIN THE
            25NM SEARCH AREA.  A COMPREHENSIVE LIST OF UNPUBLISHED
            FDC NOTAMS IS AVAILABLE THROUGH THE "SELECTED REPORTS
            BRIEFING".

     NOTE:  THE REPORT TYPE "CONVECTIVE OUTLOOK" (AC) IS AVAILABLE ONLY 
            THROUGH THE "SELECTED REPORTS BRIEFING".  

            THE REPORT TYPE "WEATHER TRENDS" (WT) CONSISTS OF THE LAST 
            THREE HOURLY SURFACE OBSERVATIONS AND IS AVAILABLE IN 
            LOCAL, ROUTE, OR SELECTED BRIEFINGS.  THE REPORT TYPE 
            "HURRICANE WARNINGS" (WH) IS ISSUED FROM SAN FRANCISCO
            (SFO) AND MIAMI (MIA) AND COVERS THEIR RESPECTIVE COASTS. 

*.   3.2  JEPP/LINK AVIATION WEATHER MAPS
     ------------------------------------

     Jepp/Link provides an extensive menu of aviation-specific weather
     maps.  To receive Jepp/Link aviation weather maps, you must use
     the Jepp/Link Access software and have the following hardware:

               DISPLAY black and white maps - Hercules, CGA, EGA, or VGA

               DISPLAY color maps           - EGA or VGA
                                              512k of memory

               PRINT maps                   - IBM ProPrinter, IBM Graphics,
                                              Epson MX, HP LaserJet series,  
                                              or a printer which emulates 
                                              one of the above.


     All maps are available in black and white and some may be requested in
     color.  You can display and print the maps with the appropriate display/
     printer as listed above.  Jepp/Link maps are automatically captured to 
     disk so you can print and display them offline.  (See Jepp/Link Access
     Software User Guide for details.)  Some maps may not fill the entire
     display when they are downloaded.  Jepp/Link Access software corrects
     this automatically when a map is displayed or printed offline.

     Select TIPS ON READING WEATHER MAPS from the AVIATION WEATHER menu
     for assistance in reading or interpreting maps.

     NOTE:  For a complete listing of available maps, select SERVICE
            DESCRIPTIONS at the main menu.

*.
*. SECTION 4 - COMPUTERIZED FLIGHT PLANNING AND FLIGHT PLAN FILING

*.   4.1  JEPP/LINK FLIGHT PLANNERS
     ------------------------------

     Jepp/Link flight planners provide course, distance, headings,
     estimated time enroute, and fuel burn.  Times and headings are
     based on winds forecast for your proposed altitude and route of
     flight.

     Flight Planner 1   - Given your route of flight, Jepp/Link
                          computes course and distance information
                          only.

     Flight Planner 2   - Enter your route of flight, enroute altitude,
                          true airspeed, and fuel flow.  Jepp/Link
                          prints a complete flight log, including
                          magnetic courses and headings, distances,
                          time enroute, and fuel burn for each route
                          segment.  You have the option to receive
                          a ROUTE WEATHER BRIEFING for the flight plan
                          just entered. 
                           
      NOTE:  Multiple points defining the route may be entered on the
             route line, each separated by a comma or a space.  Jepp/Link
             provides additional lines to continue your input if necessary.
             Acceptable entries include:
             
             Airports      = 3 or 4 letter identifier  EX: SFO,LAX   
             Navaids       = 3 letter identifier       EX: VNY,FIM
             Lat/Long      = 9 - 12 characters         EX: 4520/10530
             Victor Airway = Max 5 characters          EX: V135
             Jet Airway    = Max 5 characters          EX: J1
             Nav Radials   = Max 6 characters
                             First 3 characters = Navaid identifier
                             Last 3 characters  = Azimuth 
                             EX: OCN135
             SID           = Max 6 characters
                             A SID must follow a point of departure
                             and a transition fix must be specified.
                             EX: SAN BRDR2.BROWS
             STAR          = Max 6 characters
                             A STAR must immediately precede a POA
                             and a transition fix must precede the STAR.
                             EX: BSR.HADLY1 SFO
             Fix name pt.  = 2 to 5 characters          EX: REDIN
             Fix Rad. Dist.= 8 to 11 characters where:
                             First 2 to 5 characters = Navaid identifier
                             Next 3 characters       = Azimuth            
                             Next 3 characters       = Distance (nm)
                             EX: OCN162017
             

*.   4.2  FLIGHT PLAN FILING
     -----------------------

     Jepp/Link files both VFR and IFR flight plans directly with the
     appropriate FAA facility (FSS or ARTCC).  You will enter the
     standard information requested on the FAA's flight plan forms.
     When you have entered all the data, Jepp/Link displays your plan.
     You may change the plan, file it, or quit without filing.  After
     you enter any modifications and request Jepp/Link to file your
     flight plan, Jepp/Link stores the flight plan and forwards it to the
     controlling FSS or ARTCC at least one hour before departure.  The
     file time (in UTC) and the FSS/ARTCC are displayed when you file
     the plan.  You may amend or cancel your flight plan with Jepp/
     Link up to the file time.  After that, call the displayed FSS
     or ARTCC directly.

     To verify the FAA designator required to identify your aircraft type,
     use the ENCODE feature by entering 'E' at the prompt for aircraft
     type.  Jepp/Link will search for the designator by manufacturer or by
     model.

*.   4.3  AMEND/CANCEL FLIGHT PLANS
     ------------------------------

     You may amend or cancel your flight plan on Jepp/Link until it is
     filed with the FAA.  Jepp/Link files both VFR and IFR flight plans
     approximately one hour before your proposed departure time.  When
     you choose AMEND or CANCEL at the FLIGHT PLANNING menu, Jepp/Link
     lists all flight plans with your tail number waiting to be filed.
     Enter the plan number to specify the one you wish to amend or cancel.

*.   4.4  YOUR FLIGHT PLAN TEMPLATE
     ------------------------------

     Create a flight plan template to store selected flight plan
     information to be used each time you file with Jepp/Link.  Choose
     CREATE/EDIT FLIGHT PLAN TEMPLATE from the FLIGHT PLANNING menu.
     Enter the information that does not change from flight to flight 
     when prompted.  Enter an asterisk (*) at the prompts that are 
     subject to change.

*.
*. SECTION 5 - ENCODE/DECODE FEATURE

*.   5.1  ENCODING/DECODING LOCATION IDENTIFIERS
     -------------------------------------------

     Use ENCODE and DECODE for assistance with location identifiers.
     These options are available at the AVIATION WEATHER menu, the
     FLIGHT PLANNING menu, or any prompt requiring a location
     identifier.

     Enter 'E' to encode.  Jepp/Link will ask you for the name and state
     of the airport, navaid, or weather reporting location.  All matching
     location identifiers will be displayed.

     To decode, enter 'D'.  At the prompt, enter the associated location
     identifier(s).  Multiple identifiers may be entered, each separated
     by a comma or a space.

*.
*. SECTION 6 - JEPP/LINK WEATHER DECODING AND INTERPRETATION ASSISTANCE

*.   6.1  DECODED WEATHER BRIEFINGS
     ------------------------------
               
     Jepp/Link provides output for text weather briefings in either an 
     encoded or decoded format.  To obtain decoded text weather output, 
     select WEATHER OUTPUT FORMAT from the SYSTEM DEFAULTS menu.   
     
*.   6.2  TIPS ON READING GRAPHIC WEATHER MAPS
     -----------------------------------------

     Select TIPS ON READING GRAPHIC WEATHER MAPS from the AVIATION WEATHER
     menu for assistance in reading and interpreting Jepp/Link's maps.

*.   6.3  TIPS ON READING NON-GRAPHIC WEATHER INFORMATION
     ----------------------------------------------------

     Select TIPS ON READING NON-GRAPHIC WEATHER INFORMATION from the
     AVIATION WEATHER menu for assistance in reading and interpreting text
     weather reports.

*.
*. SECTION 7 - PILOT SHOP

*.   7.1  JEPPESEN SANDERSON ON-LINE CATALOG
     ---------------------------------------

     Selected Jeppesen Sanderson pilot supplies and Airway Manual Services
     are featured in the Jepp/Link on-line catalog.  Choose PILOT SHOP at
     the main menu to review the listed products and services.

*.
*. SECTION 8 - SYSTEM DEFAULTS

*.   8.1  TERMINAL CHARACTERISTICS
     -----------------------------

     Jepp/Link assumes you wish to use the default parameters of 80
     characters per line and 24 lines per page.  Select SYSTEM DEFAULTS
     at the main menu to change these parameters for your computer.
     You will have the option to save these settings for future 
     sessions.

*.   8.2  DEFAULT REPORT TYPES
     -------------------------

     You can store report types of your choice for use in "Default" 
     ROUTE and LOCAL weather briefings.  Select SYSTEM DEFAULTS at 
     the main menu. 

*.   8.3  CHANGE PASSWORD
     --------------------
    
     This function allows you to change your Jepp/Link password.  Select
     SYSTEM DEFAULTS at the main menu.  Your old password is needed to
     make the change.
     
*.   8.4  WEATHER OUTPUT FORMAT
     --------------------------
         
     You may select either encoded or decoded text weather output. Select 
     SYSTEM DEFAULTS at the main menu.
     
*.   8.5  CHANGE USER INFORMATION
     ----------------------------
     
     This function enables you to update your address and telephone number.
     Select SYSTEM DEFAULTS at the main menu.

*.
*. SECTION 9 - OTHER

*.   9.1  ABBREVIATED USER COMMANDS
     ------------------------------
      
     Jepp/Link supports the use of abbreviated user commands.  These
     commands can be entered at the main menu to allow you to go directly 
     to a function and bypass sub-menus.       
   
                 ENTER       SERVICE SELECTION
                 -----       ----------------- 
                 
                  WM     --- Weather Map Menu
                  WR     --- Route Wx Brief
                  WL     --- Local Wx Brief
                  WS     --- Selected Wx Brief
                  FF     --- Flight Plan Filing 
                  F1     --- Flight Planner 1
                  F2     --- Flight Planner 2
                  FA     --- Amend Flight Plan
                  FC     --- Cancel Flight Plan
                  FT     --- Create/Edit Flight Plan Template   

*.   9.2  ON-LINE BULLETINS
     ----------------------
     
     Current system bulletins regarding new enhancements, scheduled 
     downtimes, and other system related information will be displayed 
     immediately after logon to Jepp/Link.  Please review new bulletins
     before continuing to the Jepp/Link main menu. 
   
*.   9.3  GETTING HELP
     -----------------

     Jepp/Link provides on-line help at most prompts to make learning
     quick and easy.  Enter 'H' or 'HELP', and Jepp/Link will explain
     and give examples of acceptable entries.  Should you encounter
     a problem or need more assistance, leave a note in our on-line
     SUGGESTION BOX or call Jepp/Link Customer Service at (408) 379-JEPP
     or (408) 379-5377.

*.   9.4  TIPS FOR USING JEPP/LINK
     -----------------------------

    1)  Plan your route and weather requests before accessing Jepp/Link.

    2)  Use the on-line HELP function if you do not understand a prompt.

    3)  For added security, change your password frequently.  We
        suggest you do this monthly (see CHANGE PASSWORD at Jepp/Link's
        SYSTEM DEFAULTS menu).
    
    4)  Use the FLIGHT PLAN TEMPLATE to store flight plan filing 
        information.  This will make flight plan filing faster and
        easier.

*.   9.5  YOUR SUGGESTIONS ARE APPRECIATED
     -------------------------------------

     Jeppesen DataPlan's goal is to provide the highest quality service,
     and we welcome your suggestions and comments.  Please let us hear
     from you through the on-line SUGGESTION BOX.

     Thank you for using Jepp/Link.





                    