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JCapper Help Documents

All of the JCapper Help Docs are now available online
I've converted all of the Help Docs to html format and posted them to the JCapper site so that you can view them online. No need to worry whether or not your most recent download is the most current download. When you want to view a Help Doc you can always find the most current version of it online.

JCapper Instructional Audio and Video - click here.
(Last Updated 08-01-2008 10:15 pm eastern)

To get the most current JCapper Help Documents onto your machine:
Go to the JCapper Message Board, Log In, and navigate to the Downloads & Tech Support Forum. Get the Latest Program Version from the JCapper Downloads page. When you install the Program you also get the latest Help Docs.

Read the most current JCapper Help Documents: Simply SCROLL DOWN... You'll find a complete list of current Help Docs along with a brief description of each and a link so that you can read it.

Or... to bring up the Help Doc Index you're used to seeing in the JCapper Help Doc Viewer - click here.
(Last Updated 07-28-2008 8:00 pm eastern)


Current JCapper Help Docs and a description of each:
  1. Introduction to JCapper - Read the Help Doc - click here.
    This document contains information sure to benefit both new and experienced users alike. Here you will find a general overview of JCapper. General guildelines for program operation are presented. This document also outlines the content found in other more detailed Help Docs along with a section presenting best practices for UDM creation. If you are new to JCapper, start here. If you have been using JCapper for a while, and haven't read this document, and think you know how to use the program, go back and read (or re-read) this document.


  2. Demo User Quick Start Guide - Read the Help Doc - click here.
    This document contains a quick start for first time Demo users. It explains what you can and can't do with the Demo Version and highlights areas that Demo users should focus their attention on to get the most out of their JCapper Demo experience.


  3. Installation Instructions - Read the Help Doc - click here.
    This document contains complete instructions for installing the JCapper Demo Version. Also included are sections on minimum system requirements and troubleshooting common error messages.


  4. Troubleshooting JCapper Installs - Read the Help Doc - click here.
    This document provides a detailed look at troubleshooting JCapper installs by using the JCapper Diagnostics Tool to identify missing Windows components along with the recommended solution for each problem.


  5. Unzipping Files With The JCapper File Unzipper - Read the Help Doc - click here.
    This document provides a detailed look at using the JCapper File Unzipper. After reading it you should be able to use the JCapper File Unzipper to find and unzip files at will.


  6. Loading Race Cards With the JCapper Card Loader - Read the Help Doc - click here.
    This document takes a detailed look at using the JCapper Card Loader to load Race Card Files.


  7. Processing Changes With the Manual Changes Module - Read the Help Doc - click here.
    This document takes a detailed look at using the JCapper Manual Changes Module for processing Scratches, race surface, and race distance changes.


  8. Processing Changes With the New Scratch Bot - Read the Help Doc - click here.
    This document takes a detailed look at setting up, maintaining, and using Scratch Bot for processing Scratches and race distance changes.


  9. JCapper Main Module- General Overview - Read the Help Doc - click here.
    This document takes a high level look at the JCapper Main Module and the purpose behind each of its buttons and menu items.


  10. Foundations of Database Handicapping - Read the Help Doc - click here.
    This document introduces beginners to the concept of database handicapping. It takes a detailed look at Data Window ouptut for a handful of factors found in JCapper2007. It then goes on to present a simple yet powerful single factor negative expectation UDM. Finally this document presents a simple and effective two factor general contender selection UDM. After mastering the material in this Help Doc you should come away with a sense of what database handicapping can do for you.


  11. Reading the Reports - Read the Help Doc - click here.
    This document takes look at the HTML and Text Reports and provides a high level explanation of the information found on both reports. Also presented are specific examples of recent overlays along with a discussion of what to look for. I consider this document to be Required reading for new and experienced users alike and recommend that you read it at least several times.


  12. The Live Play Module - Read the Help Doc - click here.
    This document takes look at operating the Live Play Module in both automatic and manual mode. It covers the subject of starting a session in detail. An explanation of the numbers found on the Live Play HTML Report is also offered. After reading this document you should be in a position to start using The Live Play Module for play or pass decision making during your own live play.


  13. Glossary of Supported Factors - Read the Help Doc - click here.
    This document provides a detailed explanation of all the factors supported in JCapper.


  14. Preset Filters - Read the Help Doc - click here.
    This document provides a detailed explanation of all of the Preset Filters supported in JCapper.


  15. Dynamic Filters - Read the Help Doc - click here.
    This document provides a detailed explanation of all of the Dynamic Filters supported in JCapper as well as a tutorial for writing Dynamic Filter Codes with or without the Dynamic Filter Tool.


  16. Building JCapper Databases - Read the Help Doc - click here.
    This help doc explains the steps necessary for building a database in JCapper, the inner workings of the Database Builder, the WorkFile Builder, the Results File Importer, PlayList File Creation, and touches on (although I still have to complete this section) best practices.


  17. Understanding the JCapper Data Window - Read the Help Doc - click here.
    This document takes a high level look at the JCapper Data Window and provides an explanation for each of its visible elements. After that this document provides a detailed look at running both simple and complex Data Window Queries and also provides a detailed look at using the Quick Index File Extract Tool. After reading this document you should be ready to start using the Data Window to perform your own handicapping research.


  18. Data Window Exports - Read the Help Doc - click here.
    This document explains how to run Data Window Exports so that you can get Track Profile Reports as well as detailed Reports for Trainers, Riders, and Owners.


  19. Building a Trainer Specific UDM - Read the Help Doc - click here.
    This document takes a detailed look at using the UDM Wizard, Profile Table Interface, and Data Window to build a UDM to exploit the patterns used by one trainer at Oaklawn Park to get his horses ready to run.


  20. Advanced Topics - Read the Help Doc - click here.
    This document provides some general guidelines for such topics as Building a Database, File Sharing between JCapper and other handicapping programs, Validation Data and Sample Size.


  21. Using The ImpactValues Table Interface to create UPR - Read the Help Doc - click here.
    This document takes a look at the ImpactValues Table structure and provides a detailed step by step example of how to make ImpactValue Table entries to create your own UPR.


  22. Finding an Edge - Read the Help Doc - click here.
    This one Help Doc will open your eyes. It is the culmination of all other JCapper Help Docs and Podcasts. It explains in plain English how to use JCapper to find a proven mathematical edge. The concepts of hidden and obvious positives are introduced. After reading this help doc you will understand why these concepts are critical for success in pari-mutuel race betting. A step by step detailed tutorial is presented that lays it out there for the beginning (and advanced) player: a proven documented successful UDM along with proven UDM development strategies for finding an edge of your own.


Have a question about something you can't find in a Video or the Help Docs?

The only stupid questions are the ones we are too shy to ask.
  1. Post your question in the JCapper 101 section of the JCapper Message Board.
    I'm an extremely busy guy. Even so I try to read the JCapper Message Board at least once a day. We also happen to have many active and friendly JCapper community members reading the message board too. Many times somebody from the community will answer a question before I even get the chance to read it.


  2. Email your question to me.
    I try to read and answer all JCapper emails at least once a day. If you email a question to me I'll email you back an answer - usually within 24 hours.

Bottom Line: - If you have a question or need help with the program - you only have to ask.
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