I bought this program this morning and have struck a small problem in that when entering my vehicle details, there is no ' OK ' button (there's no Cancel button there either) at the bottom to save the vehicle to the data base.
Am I missing something or is there another way of entering the vehicle details or has the OK button flown the coop?
I have sent an email to Support but thought I may receive a quicker reply via this forum.
hi neil & lynne. have a look on there web site,i think you will find there is a update,to your program. that will fix this
dave06 said
09:00 PM Jul 15, 2009
now hit me if I'm stating the obvious but isnt that a "back" arrow right down the bottom, or perhaps you could hit delete
or maybe if all else fails then ctrl/alt/delete then shut it off and go have a beer
Delta18 said
09:05 PM Jul 15, 2009
I knew this forum would be quick!
Thanks KenMarg, heading over there now to check.
Dave, Neil nearly spat the dummy and beat you to that beer.
That is an arrow type thing down the bottom but everything is greyed out.
dave06 said
09:15 PM Jul 15, 2009
o.K. buggers me up then, hope you have luck with KM's answer, I'm going for that beer now
Cruising Granny said
09:50 PM Jul 15, 2009
Have you tried tabbing to each box? Some of these things are programmed to be accessed stage by stage by tabbing ie the TAB button on the left side of your keyboard.
Otherwise I can't understand why you can't get around and enter your details.
Have you tried getting out of it and starting again?
Are you sure it's not the "example" of the form? The one you've attached looks like an example rather than the actual blank form you are to fill in.
The real form may be in another place on the programme.
Good luck with that. Cheers Chris
Delta18 said
11:54 PM Jul 15, 2009
Thanks for all your replies, that problem is now sorted with help from 'Support'.
It appears I was in the Vehicle screen, not the New Vehicle screen.
KenMarg, I'm pretty sure I have the latest version of the software loaded.
You are right Chris, the attached image is of the sample screen to explain more clearly what I couldn't see. Well, that was the plan anyway.
I did "shut it off " for awhile Dave, but for a glass or 2 of red wine, not a beer...LOL. Felt much more clear headed after that.
I have a couple other issues as well but I will email support tomorrow, it is probably something I am doing wrong again. Lol
Cheers
Neil & Lynne
Wombat 280 said
08:46 PM Jul 16, 2009
Delta 18 Where did you get the program from and at what cost I'm interested in get hold of something like that for my trip
dave06 said
10:51 AM Jul 17, 2009
I dont want to steal your thunder Lynne but I found the website for wombat 280 it is found here
http://www.nomadsnotes.com/NomadsNotes/index.htm
$49.95 mate
and lynne a couple glasses of red or white or amber always makes things go smoother, a couple more and the care factor disapears!! LOL!!
Delta18 said
11:18 AM Jul 17, 2009
No worries, Dave. Thanks for passing on the link.
Even better, 'she' doesn't drink so I don't have to share, it's all mine, mine, mine.
Cheers
Neil
dave06 said
11:23 AM Jul 17, 2009
oop's now there's a blunder and a stroke of god luck for you, all in one, just goes to show I shouldnt "assume" quite so quickly
kenmarg said
11:55 AM Jul 17, 2009
if you shop around you can get this program for $45.00.
dave06 said
01:26 PM Jul 17, 2009
I was speaking to the womble (Mick), up in Darwin, on the phone and he said to me that he just bought the nomads notes, he gave me a little trick to use when purchasing the software
in the discount code in the shopping cart section enter "exploreoz" and you will get the notes 20% cheaper ($10 off) making it $40
just thought I would pass that on to you all!!
Ma said
01:51 PM Jul 17, 2009
Too late Dave. Still I think it was worth it at the full price anyway. Thanks and hopefully others will benefit.
Ma
dave06 said
04:49 PM Jul 17, 2009
sorry!! didnt get off the phone til late last night, but it seems to represent good value for the original price anyway, I have bought less for more!!
how's the guru going, hope he's feeling better!
Ma said
05:53 PM Jul 17, 2009
Guru says thanks for asking Dave. He's firing on all cylinders. Even went fishing yesterday. In general I am very please and somewhat amazed at his recovery. Such major and long surgery usually takes a lot longer than this for one to recover. All systems ahead now. Can't wait for October when we are off up to Townsville for the Caribou airplane bash.
dave06 said
07:44 PM Jul 17, 2009
good news ma, happy to hear it, hope he and you stay well!
Chook49 said
12:48 PM Jun 2, 2011
I have been reading this forum with some interest. Can someone give me their opinion as to whether this program is worth while purchasing.
gordon_adl said
01:21 PM Jun 2, 2011
Yes looks interesting. Wonder if there is a trial version. I shall have to google and find out.
Ma said
02:49 PM Jun 2, 2011
Chook49 wrote:
I have been reading this forum with some interest. Can someone give me their opinion as to whether this program is worth while purchasing.
I purchased Nomad NOtes about 12 months ago and I can't get it to work.
Others have it and it works fine for them.
I'm probably computer dumb........
Chook49 said
03:53 PM Jun 2, 2011
Tks everyone for your input. Still not sure if I will purchase as yet. Will think a bit more.
....Happy Travelling
gordon_adl said
04:11 PM Jun 2, 2011
I noticed on their web site says a 90 money back guarentee.
jimricho said
08:38 PM Jun 2, 2011
I tried out this software a year or so ago and was most disappointed. It often "hung" when using it on my desktop (XP home), was more stable on my laptop (XP Pro) but still very "clunky" I thought. It lacked adequate error trapping routines and sometimes would lock up or just not work if data was not entered correctly. I also felt it was not very intuitive to use.
I had no problem obtaining a refund from the supplier.
I use MS Word if I want to write up any diary notes (I'm rather slack when it comes to "paperwork"). MS Excel for keeping track of fuel/accommodation expenses. Adobe Photoshop Album that comes with PS Elements for cataloguing pictures. There is plenty of other software that can be used instead of the MS Office products.
Gerty Dancer said
10:15 PM Jun 2, 2011
We purchased it and were disappointed too. Didnt bother loading it into the laptop for this trip. But it was Mr D (who is usually very nerdy with computers) who tried it out, so I cant say why he didnt like it. It was my christmas gift to him so doubly disappointing.
yeoeleven said
01:55 PM Jun 4, 2011
I was going to buy Nomad Notes but the unfavourable comment here has made me think of creating my own program based on the free Open Office platform.
I was up early this morning working out the formulas to do the maths for fuel consumption and costs. I now have a file which will calculate (1) kms travelled (2) kms per ltr (3) ltrs of fuel for 100 kms and the cost, (4) progressively calculate the overall trip fuel cost. It is necessary to enter the starting/closing kms, amount/cost of fuel and the ltr price.
The presentation program is easily made into folders with photos per state or location which can be stored and viewed as a slide show whilst files can be created in the text programs for notes and preparations for blog and forum posts.
If anyone wants a copy of the fuel file I will be happy to forward it with usage notes just PM me with an email address.
John
Nicholstones said
07:52 PM Jun 4, 2011
We use an Excel spreadsheet to record our fuel consumption, and have it set up to calculate anything you could possibly want in this area (and probably several things you don't want). We also use Excel to record our towing distances, so we know how far the van has been and when it is due for a bearing service.
jonathan said
09:13 PM Jun 4, 2011
.. bought it over a year ago .. most disappointed in its stability and consistancy .. so it was dumped without any fanfare after 2 months ..
Jon
Douglas said
05:16 AM Oct 24, 2013
I also bought the progam and eventually gave up. It was simply driving me nuts. I spent untold hours trying to attach pictures to trips but i was just too hard.
beiffe said
05:22 PM Oct 24, 2013
I use a excel spreadsheet as well
I have one page for the fuel purchases that show purchases in ltrs and $ for current and last month as well as totals and averages for the year and summary of last year.
In expenses I enter purchases and select a category and then in weekly and monthly reports it totals per category. I do a monthly download from my banks and then fill in the data needed.
I also have a budget section where it compares this years monthly figures compared to last years.
I have a page for maintenance and parts bought etc.
I tried a program called Aussie Travelogue but found the spread sheet did all I wanted as I don't need the web page for blog etc as I prefer to keep my travels etc to myself and then I don't get into trouble when I change plans.
Am I missing something or is there another way of entering the vehicle details or has the OK button flown the coop?
I have sent an email to Support but thought I may receive a quicker reply via this forum.
Thanking you
Cheers
Neil & Lynne
I knew this forum would be quick!
Thanks KenMarg, heading over there now to check.
Dave, Neil nearly spat the dummy and beat you to that beer.
That is an arrow type thing down the bottom but everything is greyed out.
Even better, 'she' doesn't drink so I don't have to share, it's all mine, mine, mine.
Cheers
Neil
Ma
I have been reading this forum with some interest. Can someone give me their opinion as to whether this program is worth while purchasing.
Tks everyone for your input. Still not sure if I will purchase as yet. Will think a bit more.
....Happy Travelling
I had no problem obtaining a refund from the supplier.
I use MS Word if I want to write up any diary notes (I'm rather slack when it comes to "paperwork"). MS Excel for keeping track of fuel/accommodation expenses. Adobe Photoshop Album that comes with PS Elements for cataloguing pictures. There is plenty of other software that can be used instead of the MS Office products.
It was my christmas gift to him so doubly disappointing.
I was going to buy Nomad Notes but the unfavourable comment here has made me think of creating my own program based on the free Open Office platform.
I was up early this morning working out the formulas to do the maths for fuel consumption and costs. I now have a file which will calculate (1) kms travelled (2) kms per ltr (3) ltrs of fuel for 100 kms and the cost, (4) progressively calculate the overall trip fuel cost. It is necessary to enter the starting/closing kms, amount/cost of fuel and the ltr price.
The presentation program is easily made into folders with photos per state or location which can be stored and viewed as a slide show whilst files can be created in the text programs for notes and preparations for blog and forum posts.
If anyone wants a copy of the fuel file I will be happy to forward it with usage notes just PM me with an email address.
John
.. bought it over a year ago .. most disappointed in its stability and consistancy .. so it was dumped without any fanfare after 2 months ..
Jon
I use a excel spreadsheet as well
I have one page for the fuel purchases that show purchases in ltrs and $ for current and last month as well as totals and averages for the year and summary of last year.
In expenses I enter purchases and select a category and then in weekly and monthly reports it totals per category. I do a monthly download from my banks and then fill in the data needed.
I also have a budget section where it compares this years monthly figures compared to last years.
I have a page for maintenance and parts bought etc.
I tried a program called Aussie Travelogue but found the spread sheet did all I wanted as I don't need the web page for blog etc as I prefer to keep my travels etc to myself and then I don't get into trouble when I change plans.
Regards
Brian