Posted By maharlequin on 09/20/2006 1:57 PM
Hi! Jeff,
The version is 3.0.2, database is 3.1.5.
I use the sightings window with the state indicated I am entering data for after building the location tree for the trip first if I haven't been there before. I use check list entry system. Sometimes I add a location while entering data. Once I am in the window I usually type the bird's name, check off the seen/hear only boxes for that entry, make any notes, then proceed to the next bird seen at that location. I have been using the time of day indicator to make my life list more accurate. I plan on going back to older data, entering a time so that lifers are in the correct order for that day as seen by me rather than by taxanomic order for the day.
Hi Jean,
You really should upgrade. v3.6 is sooo much better than 3.0. For example, you don't have to enter a time for your sightings because the life list remembers the order you entered them in.
I think the solution to your bug is not to add Locations from the checklist entry window. Add them before hand and then just enter the name in the field. This is another reason you should upgrade. This bug has been long fixed in v3.6.
I am open to having you watch me but timing is an issue. If you want to watch me edit the misplace sightings I have to go back to my notes and find the correct locations first in order to edit. I plan to leave tomorrow afternoon and won't return until the first week of October. What are your thoughts about time?
I don't think this is necessary. I remember what the old problem was and it is still the same. Create any new locations in the Location window before going to the checklist window. And then, only type the location name into the field. Do NOT use the Location button on the checklist entry window.
I hesitate to upgrade my software because if there is a bug I wouldn't want to corrupt the new software. I started with the original Birder's Diary 2.0, made upgrades off the net, purchased 3.0 when available. I have made hundreds of entries but not all go to Aliso Park although looking at the current report most of the entries did this time.
My strong advice to you is to upgrade to v3.6. I offer an upgrade service now for an additional $49, I will get onto your system and completely upgrade you and leave you with a read-to-run new version - data conversion and all.
You get updated tax lists with the upgrade. You are working with tax lists that are many many years old. There have been many changes. V3.6 is infinitely more stable that 3.0. But it will look and function almost the same - no big learning curve coming from v3.0.
You won't corrupt the new software. If you have the $$$ right now, I strongly suggest this approach. I can get it done before you leave tomorrow.
Let me know,
Jeff |