Maxa

Features

Works with Windows XP and 2000. Maxa will not run on Windows Vista
Print to any Network or USB printer.
Seamless integration of MaxaNet bids and bidders.
Add inventory from any station during the auction without having to exit the Auction Menu.
Record back-up bidders as items are being clerked.
Previous auction searches now include backup bidders.
Record absentee bids from any station without having the bids appear on any report except the 'Left bids' report.
Exporting - buyer and seller names are now exported with the sales data.
Export emails for bulk-mailing purposes.
All configuration files (messages, rates, etc..) can now be saved with each auction.

Fast, flexible, and easy-to-use.
Record both inventory and non-inventory items.
Record pass-out sales.
Record absentee bids - during the auction from any station.
Record multiple items with a single entry (up to 100 items).
Record items as 'Sold with' or 'Not sold'.
On-line clerking with the 2,3, and 5 user systems.
Wired or wireless connections.
Import MaxaNet bids.
Back-up information is printed after each entry and automatically saved to hard drive.
Record back-up bidders as well as winning bidders.
Enhanced security built-in to prevent unauthorized modifications.

Use the magnetic stripe found on many drivers licenses to quickly register bidders.
Register buyers and sellers directly from the mailing list.
Supports both permanent and non-permanent bidding numbers.
Quickly search for names using last name, company, phone, or bidder number.
Import MaxaNet bidders.
Permanently store tax-exempt status for dealers.
Registration is optional. Buyers and sellers can be referenced by buyer/seller number only.
Up to 30,000 names per list. No limit to the number of lists.
Registration can be done at all (up to 5) stations.

Pre-billing reports are available at any time.
Invoice headings and messages can be customized with each auction.
Unique messages for tax-paying and tax-exempt buyers.
Supports up to 5 different tax and buyer premium classes.
Multiple buyer deposits can be recorded.
Sales information can be printed in sale or item number order.
Invoices can be reprinted, voided, and modified.
Program records method of payment (5 payment types) and any change due.
Payments can be split (part cash, part check, etc.).
Multiple invoices can be issued to the same buyer during a single auction.
Sales information, taxes, buyer's premium, and additional fees can be easily modified.
Invoices can be printed in duplicate (for laser and inkjet printers)
Invoices can be printed from all (up to 5) stations.

Many commission structures available:
- Sliding scale
- Unique commissions on individual items
- Percentage and fixed amount commissions
Itemize expenses:
- Pro-rated amongst all sellers
- For individual sellers
Comprehensive reporting features.
Print settlement checks and mailing labels.
Settlements can be printed from all (up to 5) stations.

Inventory is NOT required.
Supports lettered items (ex. 10A, 10B, etc.).
Appropriate tax class and reserve price can be set for each item.
Item descriptions of up to 270 characters.
Print 1 and 2 column catalogs, worksheets.
Up to 4 custom fields can be added per item.
Print custom reports, forms, labels.
A category description and digital photo can be included with each item.
Import/export data to/from other programs.
- Tab or pipe delimited ASCII
- Seamless integration with MS-Excel, Access, Works
- MaxaNet - Online listing and bidding on YOUR web-site!
Word wrapping for easy data entry.
Carry inventory from auction to auction.
Reduce quantity of inventory after auction.
Generate realized price reports.
Inventory can be entered at any time from all (up to 5) stations.

Easily access and modify names.
Easily eliminate any duplicates by address, name, and phone number.
4 fields can be customized to capture DL numbers, email addresses, etc..
Print mailing labels with postnet bar-codes (11 digit).
Presort mailings for postage discounts.
Print custom reports, labels, and forms.
View/print names in many different orders.
For each name track attendance and purchasing history.
Categorize names into over 50 groups.
Isolate names based on zip code, categories, and purchases.
Import/export data to/from many other programs.
- Tab or pipe delimited ASCII
- Seamless integration with MS-Excel, Access, Works

Windows 3x, 9x, ME, 2000, XP, or DOS Version 5.0 or higher.
486 or faster computer with 10Meg free on hard drive.
3-user systems can use 2 serial ports (Com1 (3F8/IRQ4) & Com2 (2F8/IRQ3)) or a terminal splitter.
5-user systems require only 1 serial port and a terminal splitter.
No network or 3rd party software required.
2, 3, and 5-user systems require Wyse 55 or equivalent dumb terminal(s)*.
Can work with 1 or 2 printers. LPT1 (378/IRQ7) & LPT2 (278/IRQ5)
Can print to any USB or network printer.

* A PC can be configured to work as a dumb terminal with emulator software that is included with MAXA.