These Podcasts were recorded to give you additional insight into the program that just isn't available through reading
Help Docs alone. Watching VIDEO of the program in use and listening to Audio in addition to reading
Help Docs is fine and all... But if you ask me, working with the Program "hands on" is without a doubt the best way to go
from complete newbie to knowing how to walk, then knowing how to run, and ultimately being able to fly in the shortest
time possible.
The files themselves are .wmv and .mp3 format. You should be able to render them in Windows Media Player or Real Player. If my
server or your web connection isn't delivering content quickly enough, try right clicking the link and select "Save Target As"
and simply download the file to your local machine... and then watch or listen to it from there.
Even though the videos in this section were recorded with the 'just getting started' JCapper customer in mind, every single one
absolutely applies to long time JCapper users too (no matter how advanced.)
VIDEO - Downloading HDW Files and using Windows File Explorer WATCH THE VIDEO - CLICK HERE
Recorded 09-23-2025 - This video shows using the HDW File Mgr and HDW File Download Tool in JCapper 2025 to download an entire month of files.
It also contains a Windows File Explorer tutorial showing how to copy your downloaded files to an external hard drive.
VIDEO - Processing a Day of .JCP Files from Start to Finish in JCapper 2025 WATCH THE VIDEO - CLICK HERE
Recorded 09-24-2025 (16:09) - This video shows using the HDW File Mgr and HDW File Download Tool in JCapper 2025 to download today's .JCP Files,
running a .JCP File Build on today's .JCP Files, Loading today's .JCP Files into JCapper using the DFM Card Loader while breaking out the race day by
post time for the first race in each of today's .JCP Files, getting today's Scratches and Changes by running Scratch BOT in BOT Mode, running a Calc Races
on DataFolder1, and taking a look at a User Defined SQL Mode Html Report.
VIDEO - Data Vendor Setting WATCH THE VIDEO - CLICK HERE
Recorded 09-22-2025 - Jeff demonstrates persisting the Data Vendor Setting to use HDW Files.
VIDEO - SQL Mode Setting WATCH THE VIDEO - CLICK HERE
Recorded 09-22-2025 - Jeff demonstrates changing the SQL Mode Setting to switch back and forth between SQL Mode and Playlist File Mode.
VIDEO - User Sys Defs Screen Walkthrough WATCH THE VIDEO - CLICK HERE
Recorded 09-22-2025 - This video walks you through the Settings on the JCapper User System Definitions Screen.
All of your Settings, UDMs, UserFactors, and UPR GroupNames that you create are saved to tables in the c:\2004\JCapper.mdb file.
Make regular backups of this file. Get copies onto an external hard drive or thumb drives. I can get HDW to replace downloaded files that
you've paid for. But I cannot replace your work. -jp.
The DFM (Data Folder Manager) and DFM Card Loader Help Doc with Embedded Videos READ the Help Doc and WATCH THE VIDEOs - CLICK HERE
• The purpose of the DFM is to point JCapper Modules at the Current Active Data Folder.
• The purpose of the DFM Card Loader is to load Past Performance Data Files (.JCP files) into JCapper so you can run a Calc Races and generate Html Reports and
Past Performances for today's races.
The HDW File Mgr Help Doc with Embedded Videos READ the Help Doc and WATCH THE VIDEOs - CLICK HERE
Learn How To Log into the HDW site for the very first time, Clear the Download History, Download J.ZIP Data Files and
and F.ZIP Chart Result Files from the HDW site. Run File Build Routines on the downloaded files to create Comma Delimited text .JCP Files,
.XRD Result Files, Extract HDW F-Text Chart Result Files, and How To Download HDW Files on the First Day of a New Calendar Quarter:
WATCH the Videos in the HDW File Mgr Help Doc - LINK HERE:
• HDW File Download Tool - Logging into the HDW Site for the very first time
• Download Today's .JCP Files and Yesterday's Chart Result Files from the HDW site
• Switching Back and Forth Between Calendar Folders in the DFM and HDW File Mgr
• Corrected Charts When the Available Files on the HDW Server Span Two Calendar Quarters
• Downloading HDW Files on the First Day of a New Calendar Quarter in JCapper 2025
• Load the resulting files into JCapper using the DFM Card Loader.
• Run a Calc Races to generate Html Reports and Past Performances.
• Use the Files to build JCapper Databases and EICA.csv Files.
• The Files are also compatible with a number of third party programs.
The Manual Changes Module
WATCH THE VIDEO - CLICK HERE Recorded 09-24-2025 (8:54)
• Using the Manual Changes Module for Scratches and Changes to Surface, Distance, and Track Condition in JCapper 2025.
• The Manual Changes Module is your GoTo for Gate Scratches and those rare times when you can't use Scratch BOT
because the Equibase.com site is down and/or their Scratches and Changes XML File is unavailable.
The Scratch BOT Help Doc with Embedded Videos READ the Help Doc and WATCH THE VIDEOs - CLICK HERE
• Setting up an XML Archive Folder for the coming year.
• Parsing Scratches and Changes: Surface/Off Turf, Distance, Track Condition, Temp Rail Placement, and Rider Changes from the Equibase Scratches
and Changes XML for Today's Races.
• Parsing the XML for Prior Race Dates.
• Persisting the Track_Name listed in the XMl to the Notes Field in the TrackAbbreviations Table in the JCapper.mdb File to enable Scratch BOT to
to parse scratches and changes for that track when a track directs Equibase to change the track_name in the XML (NYRA does this for marketing purposes.)
• Running Scratch BOT in BOT Mode.
• Enabling Rider Changes with the Master ON button in the Enhanced Settings Module.
• Setting an audible alarm to alert you for new changes.
Reading the Playlist File Mode Html Report and Connecting Dots in JCapper 2025 WATCH THE VIDEO - CLICK HERE
Recorded 09-30-2025 (12:42)
• Read the Factors Glossary page at JCapper.com
• Read the Reading the Reports Help Doc (DOC #21) on the Help Docs page at JCapper.com
• When you're first starting out make an effort to follow One Race Card a Day
• Come back to that Card the next morning after updating your Database
• Load the .DAT file for that Card, run a Calc Races, look at the Report - and start Connecting Dots
The JCapper PPs Generator WATCH THE VIDEO - CLICK HERE
• Recorded 09-25-2025 (7:42) Generating Past Performances running JCapper 2025 in SQL Mode.
Building Databases in JCapper 2025 Part 1 Downloading HDW Files Ahead of a DBBuild WATCH THE VIDEO - CLICK HERE
Recorded 09-26-2025 (4:38)
• Clear the Download History (MENU IE/Win Inet - Clear Cache)
• Download HDW Chart Result Files to your Current Active Data Folder.
• Go back in time far enough to pick up Chart Corrections
• Run an .XRD File Build Routine
Building Databases in JCapper 2025 Part 2 Basic Instructions for Running a DBBuild WATCH THE VIDEO - CLICK HERE
Recorded 09-26-2025 (17:12)
• A short look at the RaceOFF_Exceptions.TXT File
• A short look at The Enhanced Settings Module
• Run a Resolved Races Routine if you are using TrackWeather Data
• Launch the DBBuilder
• Run a Recovery Setup Routine and Why
• The Help Button
• Set the Mode
• Double Check the Interface
• Click the Build Database Button to run the DBBuild
Building Databases in JCapper 2025 Part 3 The Exception Report and Missing .XRD Files WATCH THE VIDEO - CLICK HERE
Recorded 09-26-2025 (2:50)
• Check the Exception Report After the DBBuild
• Check the Equibase site for Cancelled Race Cards
• Be aware of Chart Files held up by HDW for Data Integrity
Building Databases in JCapper 2025 Part 4 Running a TrackWeather Resolved Races Routine for a Single Chart File WATCH THE VIDEO - CLICK HERE
Recorded 09-28-2025 (7:53)
• As soon as a Chart File Held up by HDW for Data Integrity becomes available:
Run a Reolved Races Routine on that Race Card before including that Race Card in a DBBuild
Building Databases in JCapper 2025 Part 5 Running the very first DBBuild of a New Calendar Quarter WATCH THE VIDEO - CLICK HERE
Recorded 10-02-2025 (8:18)
• Set the Current Active DataFolder in the DFM to the New Calendar Quarter.
• Download J.ZIP Data Files and F.ZIP Chart Files for the New Quarter.
• Run a .JCP File Build on the downloaded J.ZIP Files.
• Run an .XRD File Build on the downloaded F.ZIP Files.
• Look at the RaceOFF_Exceptions.TXT File and resolve any Hard Warnings.
• Run a TrackWeather Resolved Races spanning the dates of the F.ZIP Files.
• Launch the DBBuilder and run a Recovery Setup Routine.
• Because this is the very first build on the new Folder Run a DBBuild in Mode 4.
Recorded 10-04-2025 (13:40)
Video #1 - Prerequisites for SQL UDMs
• A customer email asking about SQL UDMs
• The SQL Mode Setting on the User Sys Defs Screen
• The TrackWeather Data Setting in the Enhanced Settings Module
• The JCapper 101 Audio/Video Page (Operating JCapper in SQL Mode)
Recorded 10-04-2025 (22:35)
Video #2 - Creating SQL UDMs
• Keying and Executing SQL Expressions in the SQL Data Window
• Creating and Modifying SQL UDMs in the UDM Wizard
• Check the Active Box to display UDMs on the SQL Html Report
• Leave the Hide Box Un-Checked to display Active UDMs on the SQL UDM Plays Report
• Check the Hide Box to prevent display of Active UDMs on the SQL UDM Plays Report
• The three boxes that control population of the UDMs Drop Down in the UDM Wizard
Recorded 10-05-2025 (11:57)
Video #3 - UDM Validation and Follow Up
• Executing the UDM in the Data Window
• Validation: Analyzing query results going forward in time from the Tag Date
• Using the BettingInstructions Field for UDM Strike Pricing
The JCapper Message Board - What You Need to Know WATCH THE VIDEO - CLICK HERE
Recorded 10-07-2025 (9:57)
• The JCapper Message Board isn't secure (it's http:// not https://)
• Use a UserName/Password that gets you into the JCapper site and nowhere else
• Logging in
• How to Search by author with up to three keywords or phrases
• The File Space thread. Backup Your Work to an External Hard Drive or Thumb Drives
• The JCapper2.mdb file - what you need to know thread
VIDEO - How to Install JCapper2008 WATCH THE VIDEO - CLICK HERE
Recorded 07-27-2008 - Watch Jeff download and install JCapper2008.
VIDEO - Help Documents in JCapper WATCH THE VIDEO - CLICK HERE
Recorded 07-24-2008 - How and where to find Help Documents for JCapper2008.
VIDEO - Data Vendor Setting WATCH THE VIDEO - CLICK HERE
Recorded 10-20-2011 - Jeff demonstrates persisting the Data Vendor Setting.
Hint: You need to set the Data Vendor to HDW before processing files from HDW. You need to set the Data Vendor to Brisnet before processing files from Brisnet. If you have a dual data enabled version of JCapper, you can process files from both data vendors - but you need to change the setting before processing files from the other data vendor.
VIDEO - Windows Explorer 101 WATCH THE VIDEO - CLICK HERE
Recorded 07-28-2008 - Need a straightforward primer on Windows Explorer? Jeff demonstrates one way of using Windows Explorer
to find and select files - and copy them from a source folder to a target folder.
AUDIO - Operating the Basic Program (Overview) To Listen CLICK HERE
Recorded 04-24-2007 - Jeff talks about how new Demo users can get up to speed on JCapper2007 in the shortest amount of time possible.
AUDIO - Demo User Quick Start (Nuts & Bolts) To Listen CLICK HERE
Recorded 05-17-2007 - Jeff talks about things Demo Users should be focusing on and then gives some nuts and bolts for loading a card file into the program.
VIDEO - Downloading and Unzipping Files with the File Downloader WATCH THE VIDEO - CLICK HERE
Recorded 07-24-2008 - Jeff uses the File Downloader to download and unzip a file from the Brisnet site. Fast, simple, and to the point.
Note: In December, 2016 Brisnet moved the file download area of their site inside of an e-commerce shopping cart.
As a result you can no longer use the File Downloader in JCapper to download Brisnet files.
You now have to use a web browser to download from the Brisnet site - and you now have to make many mouse clicks to download individual files.
I stopped using Brisnet data in 2009 and switched to HDW - and I couldn't be happier.
You should know that JCapper offers a fully automated file download experience through the HDW File Download Tool.
The Automating HDW File Downloads help doc contains a lot of technical information about the KeyWords needed for command line scripts, etc. But don't let that throw you.
The HDW File Mgr now has a MENU that delivers the six most common Command Line Switches that I (personally) find myself using. Automating your HDW file download experience can be as easy as clicking MENU and running the desired Switch:
The Switches MENU
--Jeff Platt, JCapper program author
VIDEO - Unzipping Files with the File Unzipper WATCH THE VIDEO - CLICK HERE
Recorded 07-24-2008 - Jeff uses the File Unzipper to find and unzip files downloaded from the Brisnet site. Fast, simple, and to the point.
VIDEO - JCapper Tips & Tricks: Using The Data Folder Manager WATCH THE VIDEO - CLICK HERE
Recorded 04-10-2010 (10:07) - Jeff uses the Data Folder Manager to point to and edit the Default Data Folder.
Controlling your Default Data Folder gives you control over the folder all JCapper modules point to when you launch them.
VIDEO - Downloading Files From the HDW Site WATCH THE VIDEO - CLICK HERE
Recorded 03-01-2010 - Jeff walks you through using HDW's Java App to download files directly from the HDW website. Jeff
also uses the HDW File Manager in manual mode to find, unzip, and process HDW files, and reveals a little bit about HDW
run styles using the Data Window.
VIDEO - Downloading Files From HDW Using JCapper's HDW File Download Tool WATCH THE VIDEO - CLICK HERE
Recorded 03-19-2010 - Jeff walks you through using JCapper's HDW File Download Tool to que, select, and download
files from the HDW site. Jeff also demonstrates running JCapper's HDW File Manager in Auto Pilot mode to find,
unzip, and process HDW files.
Note: The above 2 videos show the interface as it existed back in March 2010. The interface has since been updated. To
see the current interface in action, watch the videos immediately beneath this note.
Daily HDW Downloaders:
Downloading Files from the HDW Site by Date (and building comma delimited text .JCP Files) WATCH THE VIDEO - CLICK HERE
Recorded 10-25-2011 - Jeff demonstrates how to use the Download by Date button on the File Download Tool in
JCapper's HDW File Mgr to download a single day's data and results files from the HDW site - as well as how to auto initiate
a file build routine to create comma delimited text data and results files (populated with HDW data) that are not just JCapper
compatible - but compatible with many other programs and spreadsheets.
Monthly Downloaders:
Downloading Files from the HDW Site (and building comma delimited text .JCP Files) WATCH THE VIDEO - CLICK HERE
Recorded 11-10-2011 - Jeff demonstrates how to use the Queue All and Synch To Disc buttons on the File Download Tool in
JCapper's HDW File Mgr to queue up and download all of the data and results files available on the HDW server that you don't
already have on your target folder - as well as how to run file build routines to create comma delimited text data and results
files (populated with HDW data) that are not just JCapper compatible - but compatible with many other programs and spreadsheets.
VIDEO - The JCapper Past Performance Generator (15:47)
WATCH THE VIDEO - CLICK HERE
Recorded 04-27-2010 - Jeff demonstrates using the JCapper Past Performance Generator to find and load race card files, to select
races, and to generate JCapper Past Performance Reports.
Note: The above video shows the PPs Generator as it existed back in April 2010. The interface has since been updated. To
see the current interface in action, watch the video immediately beneath this note.
The JCapper PPs Generator WATCH THE VIDEO - CLICK HERE
Recorded 10-26-2011 - Jeff demonstrates using JCapper's PPs Generator to toggle back and forth between data folders, scroll
through the loaded race card files for each folder, and generate JCapper past performances for individual races.
VIDEO - Building A Database in JCapper WATCH THE VIDEO - CLICK HERE
Recorded 07-26-2008 - Jeff uses the Demo Version of JCapper2008 to Build a Database.
Building Databases in SQL Mode (9:27)
WATCH THE VIDEO - CLICK HERE
Recorded Oct 23, 2009 - Jeff walks you through using the new checkboxes in the Database Builder
to gain exact control over the scope and/or type of Build Database that you are about to run. Build Databses
in Playlist File Mode, in SQL Mode (with or without clearing the StarterHistory Table first) - or
build in BOTH modes concurrently - where the Database Builder creates a Playlist File AND populates
the StarterHistory Table.
Database Build Modes Video I (9:36)
WATCH THE VIDEO - CLICK HERE
Recorded April 27, 2010 - Introducing 5 new "Build Modes." Select the appropriate Build Mode from the drop down. The interface
auto checks the appropriate checkboxes for the selected Build Mode - providing easy control over how your
build database routines run.
Database Build Modes Video II (10:46)
WATCH THE VIDEO - CLICK HERE
Recorded April 29, 2010 - In this video Jeff covers each of the 5 Build Modes - the situations each was designed for and when to
use each one.
AUDIO - Building A Database (Overview) To Listen CLICK HERE
Recorded 04-20-2007 - Jeff talks about learning to use JCapper to Build Databases.
AUDIO - Building A Database (Nuts & Bolts) To Listen CLICK HERE
Recorded 05-17-2007 - Jeff talks about the nuts and bolts of using the DB Builder to build a database.
VIDEO - Using the Data Folder Manager WATCH THE VIDEO - CLICK HERE
Recorded June, 2009 (22:18) - Jeff shows you how to use the Data Folder Manager to select and persist
a Default Data Folder, break a day's race cards up into three separate daily folders, and toggle back and forth between
those folders as the need arises. If you've ever wanted a way to follow - stay current with, manage, and play 15 race cards on the
same day this video is a must.
VIDEO - Using the Data Window I WATCH THE VIDEO - CLICK HERE
Recorded 07-29-2008 (14 min) - Jeff uses the Data Window to query a database built during an earlier video.
Watch closely while he explains and demonstrates many of the Data Window's primary visual elements. Although this video is
over 14 minutes long, it barely scratches the surface of what you can do with the JCapper Data Window.
VIDEO - Using the Data Window II WATCH THE VIDEO - CLICK HERE
Recorded 07-27-2008 - Jeff uses the Data Window to query a database built during an earlier video to look for factors that are
doing well at those tracks that make up the database.
VIDEO - Using the Data Window III WATCH THE VIDEO - CLICK HERE
Recorded 10-20-2011 - Jeff demonstates using the Data Window in SQL mode to query an HDW database that contains 43k races from
the first 9 1/2 months of calendar year 2011.
VIDEO - Data Window Exports and Reports for Trainers, Riders, and Owners WATCH THE VIDEO - CLICK HERE
Recorded 07-25-2008 - Jeff uses the Demo Version of JCapper2008 to run a CXN Data Window Export
and generates and discusses reports for Trainers and Riders.
VIDEO - Using the Quick Index File Extract Tool WATCH THE VIDEO - CLICK HERE
Recorded 07-31-2008 (10:59) - Jeff demonstrates how to use the Quick Index File Extract Tool to create
QuickIndex files to speed up Data Window queries.
VIDEO - Data Window Trck Weight Report (SQL Mode) WATCH THE VIDEO - CLICK HERE
Recorded 02-27-2012 (8:34) - Jeff demonstrates using the Data Window (in SQL Mode) to
run a Track Weight Report. (The Data Window Track Weight Report uses a sophisticated JCapper algorithm to give you
an accurate picture about the influence the track surface is having on race outcomes. You will know at
a glance whether a track surface has been speed favoring or speed tiring.
AUDIO - Understanding the Data Window (Overview) To Listen CLICK HERE
Recorded 04-20-2007 - Jeff talks about learning to use the JCapper Data Window to perform both simple and complex queries.
AUDIO - Understanding the Data Window (Nuts & Bolts) To Listen CLICK HERE
Recorded 05-17-2007 - Jeff talks about the nuts and bolts of using the JCapper Data Window to perform both simple and complex queries.
VIDEO - Simple Basic UDMs WATCH THE VIDEO - CLICK HERE
Recorded 07-29-2008 (9 min) - Jeff shows how to use the UDM Wizard to create simple basic UDMs.
VIDEO - A Simple Trainer UDM WATCH THE VIDEO - CLICK HERE
Recorded 07-25-2008 - Jeff uses an idea from an earlier video as the foundation for a simple trainer UDM.
VIDEO - A Speed and Pace UDM WATCH THE VIDEO - CLICK HERE
Recorded 07-29-2008 (13 min) - Jeff uses an idea from an earlier video as the foundation for a track specific speed and pace UDM.
VIDEO - Dynamic Filter Codes WATCH THE VIDEO - CLICK HERE
Recorded 07-31-2008 (8:17) - Jeff uses the Dynamic Filter Tool to add Dynamic Filter Codes to a UDM.
VIDEO - The UDM Wizard's UDM XML Recovery Screen WATCH THE VIDEO - CLICK HERE
Recorded 08-08-2008 (11:52) - Jeff walks you through the UDM Wizard's UDM XML Recovery Screen. Watch as he
uses it to create and load log entries that can be used as recovery points. Required viewing if you want to learn how to use the
Recovery Screen to recover UDM XML in the event it becomes lost.
AUDIO - Negative Expectation UDMs To Listen CLICK HERE
Recorded 04-23-2007 - Jeff talks about how and why Negative Expectation UDMs can help your bottom line, fundamental
concepts behind creating good Negative Expectation UDMs, and then provides a step by step tutorial where he creates
a really good five factor Negative Expectation UDM.
AUDIO - Specific Situation UDMs To Listen CLICK HERE
Recorded 04-24-2007 - Jeff talks about creating UDMs to address specific handicapping situations that you will face
every day, and then presents a step by step turorial where he creates both a Negative Expectation UDM and a
Positive Expectation UDM to address horses stretching out sprint to route today.
VIDEO - Data Vendor Setting WATCH THE VIDEO - CLICK HERE
Recorded 10-20-2011 - Jeff demonstrates persisting the Data Vendor Setting.
Hint: You need to set the Data Vendor to HDW before processing files from HDW. You need to set the Data Vendor to Brisnet before processing files from Brisnet. If you have a dual data enabled version of JCapper, you can process files from both data vendors - but you need to change the setting before processing files from the other data vendor.
VIDEO - Downloading Files From the HDW Site WATCH THE VIDEO - CLICK HERE
Recorded 03-01-2010 - Jeff walks you through using HDW's Java App to download files directly from the HDW website. Jeff
also uses the HDW File Manager in manual mode to find, unzip, and process HDW files, and reveals a little bit about HDW
run styles using the Data Window.
Daily HDW Downloaders:
Downloading Files from the HDW Site by Date (and building comma delimited text .JCP Files) WATCH THE VIDEO - CLICK HERE
Recorded 10-25-2011 - Jeff demonstrates how to use the Download by Date button on the File Download Tool in
JCapper's HDW File Mgr to download a single day's data and results files from the HDW site - as well as how to auto initiate
a file build routine to create comma delimited text data and results files (populated with HDW data) that are not just JCapper
compatible - but compatible with many other programs and spreadsheets.
Monthly Downloaders:
Downloading Files from the HDW Site (and building comma delimited text .JCP Files) WATCH THE VIDEO - CLICK HERE
Recorded 11-10-2011 - Jeff demonstrates how to use the Queue All and Synch To Disc buttons on the File Download Tool in
JCapper's HDW File Mgr to queue up and download all of the data and results files available on the HDW server that you don't
already have on your target folder - as well as how to run file build routines to create comma delimited text data and results
files (populated with HDW data) that are not just JCapper compatible - but compatible with many other programs and spreadsheets.
A Simple (But Useful) UDM Using HDW Data (Video I) WATCH THE VIDEO - CLICK HERE
Recorded 04-24-2010 (18 min) - Using the Data Window in SQL Mode to create a simple (but useful) UDM
using some of the unique attributes found in JCapper-HDW data.
A Simple (But Useful) UDM Using HDW Data (Video II) WATCH THE VIDEO - CLICK HERE
Recorded 04-24-2010 (8 min) - Using the UDM Wizard to create a simple (but useful) SQL UDM
from the R&D we did in the first video.
The DFM (Data Folder Manager) - Basic Operating Instructions WATCH THE VIDEO - CLICK HERE
Recorded 10-25-2011 - Jeff demonstrates using the DFM to persist folders so that other JCapper modules can recognize them -
which in turn enables you to point JCapper at folders anywhere on your machine where data files are stored.
Downloading Files from the HDW Site (and building comma delimited text .JCP Files) WATCH THE VIDEO - CLICK HERE
Recorded 10-25-2011 - Jeff demonstrates how to use the Download by Date button on the File Download Tool in
JCapper's HDW File Mgr to download a single day's data and results files from the HDW site - as well as how to auto initiate
a file build routine to create comma delimited text data and results files (populated with HDW data) that are not just JCapper
compatible - but compatible with many other programs and spreadsheets.
VIDEO - Loading race card Files into JCapper with the Card Loader WATCH THE VIDEO - CLICK HERE
Recorded 07-24-2008 - Jeff uses the Card Loader to load JCapper.dat file(s) into
the Demo Version of JCapper2008. Fast, simple, and to the point.
Note: The above video shows the original Card Loader. In September 2011 a drag and drop enabled Card Loader
was added to the DFM. This new interface provides a faster more intuitive way to load race card files into the program.
(Make sure you watch the video immediately beneath this note.)
Loading .JCP Files into JCapper using the DFM Card Loader WATCH THE VIDEO - CLICK HERE
Recorded 10-26-2011 - Jeff demonstrates how to use the DFM Card Loader to find and load .JCP files into JCapper so
they can be used to generate past performances and run Calc Races routines.
VIDEO - SCRATCH BOT - Parsing Scratches and Changes from the Internet WATCH THE VIDEO - CLICK HERE (5:10)
Recorded 09-19-2009 - Jeff demonstrates the required setup process and then uses Scratch Bot to parse
Scratches and Changes from the internet - importing them directly into JCapper.
VIDEO - Calculating Races and Viewing Reports WATCH THE VIDEO - CLICK HERE
Recorded 07-24-2008 - Jeff uses the Demo Version of JCapper2008 to run a Calc Races on a loaded
JCapper.dat file and briefly talks about the HTML and Text Reports.
VIDEO - The JCapper Past Performance Generator (15:47)
WATCH THE VIDEO - CLICK HERE
Recorded 04-27-2010 - Jeff demonstrates using the JCapper Past Performance Generator to find and load race card files, to select
races, and to generate JCapper Past Performance Reports.
Note: The above video shows the PPs Generator as it existed back in April 2010. The interface has since been updated. To
see the current interface in action, watch the video immediately beneath this note.
The JCapper PPs Generator WATCH THE VIDEO - CLICK HERE
Recorded 10-26-2011 - Jeff demonstrates using JCapper's PPs Generator to toggle back and forth between data folders, scroll
through the loaded race card files for each folder, and generate JCapper past performances for individual races.
VIDEO - The JCapper JCapper UDM SQL Mode Reports Module (10:00)
WATCH THE VIDEO - CLICK HERE
Recorded 11-08-2011 - Jeff shows you how to use the JCapper UDM SQL Mode Reports Module to (quickly) organize your race day.
VIDEO 10/08/2009 - Importing Data From One JCapper2.mdb File to Another WATCH THE VIDEO - CLICK HERE
Recorded 10/08/2009 - Jeff demonstrates making the Installer give you a fresh blank JCapper2.mdb file and shows you
how to import data from a source JCapper2.mdb file directly into a target JCapper2.mdb file. Very useful whenver you get the latest
program version... Get the latest (current) version JCapper2.mdb file from the Installer and use the JCapper2 Import Module to
import all of your existing data... Data Window Exports, SQL Mode Factor and Customizeable Report Setup data, etc. right from your
old JCapper2.mdb file.
Hint: Running the program and staying current with the downloads just got easier.
VIDEO 10/07/2009 - SQL Mode Setup Wizard - Set Up for SQL Factors and the Customizeable HTML Report WATCH THE VIDEO - CLICK HERE
Recorded 10/07/2009 - Jeff shows you the Screens in the new SQL Mode Setup Wizard... a new more robust (graphical)
interface for dropping factors into specific slot numbers on your customizeable report layout and defining the slot number
attributes displayed on your report.
Hint: Creating a custom HTML Report from scratch just got easier.
VIDEO #1 - Set Up for SQL Factors and the Customizeable HTML Report WATCH THE VIDEO - CLICK HERE
Recorded Sept, 2009 - Jeff shows you the interfaces for toggling JCapper into SQL Mode,
putting it back into Playlist File Mode, setting up your 35 SQL Factors,
and the Customizeable HTML Report.
Hint: Run a Calc Races in SQL Mode first and see what the Customizeable HTML Report that comes with the
download package looks like BEFORE you decide to rearrange the factors.
VIDEO #1B - Setting Up Your 35 SQL Factors from Scratch and Getting Data Into Your StarterHistory Table WATCH THE VIDEO - CLICK HERE
Recorded Sept, 2009 - Jeff walks you through setting up your 35 SQL Factors from scratch and shows you
how to get data into your StarterHistory Table.
Notes:
The above video was recorded to show BETA TESTERS of the SQL Enabled Data Window how to perfrom
SQL Factor Setup. While the install process for YOUR install is different than that shown
in the video... the instructions in the video for SQL Factor Setup and getting data into your StarterHistory Table
is correct.
If you do decide to rearrange your SQL Factors you WILL need to adjust (at a minimum) the
factor headings for each slot on your Customizeable HTML Report.
VIDEO #2 - Running The Data Window in SQL Mode WATCH THE VIDEO - CLICK HERE
Recorded Sept, 2009 - Jeff walks you through running the Data Window in SQL Mode.
VIDEO - Using the Data Window III WATCH THE VIDEO - CLICK HERE
Recorded 10-20-2011 - Jeff demonstates using the Data Window in SQL mode to query an HDW database that contains 43k races from
the first 9 1/2 months of calendar year 2011.
VIDEO - Data Window Trck Weight Report (SQL Mode) WATCH THE VIDEO - CLICK HERE
Recorded 02-27-2012 (8:34) - Jeff demonstrates using the Data Window (in SQL Mode) to
run a Track Weight Report. (The Data Window Track Weight Report uses a sophisticated JCapper algorithm to give you
an accurate picture about the influence the track surface is having on race outcomes. You will know at
a glance whether a track surface has been speed favoring or speed tiring.
VIDEO #3 - SQL UDMs WATCH THE VIDEO - CLICK HERE
Recorded Sept, 2009 - Jeff walks you through using the UDM Wizard to create SQL
UDMs, shows you how to run them through the Data Window, and talks about how to deal with
odds based factors in your SQL Expressions on race day.
Building Databases in SQL Mode (9:27)
WATCH THE VIDEO - CLICK HERE
Recorded Oct 23, 2009 - Jeff walks you through using the new checkboxes in the Database Builder
to gain exact control over the scope and/or type of Build Database that you are about to run. Build Databses
in Playlist File Mode, in SQL Mode (with or without clearing the StarterHistory Table first) - or
build in BOTH modes concurrently - where the Database Builder creates a Playlist File AND populates
the StarterHistory Table.
VIDEO - The JCapper JCapper UDM SQL Mode Reports Module (10:00)
WATCH THE VIDEO - CLICK HERE
Recorded 11-08-2011 - Jeff shows you how to use the JCapper UDM SQL Mode Reports Module to (quickly) organize your race day.
VIDEO - BACK UP your JCapper.mdb File WATCH THE VIDEO - CLICK HERE
Recorded 08-10-2008 (4:03) - How to Back UP (and Restore if necessary) the file where your
UDM Defintions are stored. ALWAYS maintain back ups of this file.
VIDEO - The JCapper2008 System Defintions Screen WATCH THE VIDEO - CLICK HERE
Recorded 08-01-2008 (22:39) - Jeff walks you through the JCapper2008 System Definitions Screen.
Author's note about these podcasts -
I recorded these in my San Diego, CA and Jupiter, FL sound studios. < G >
Ok, so I really don't have a sound studio, let alone two.
Truth be told I used my Toshiba Laptop and had fun doing them. The balconies outside both "offices" afford a fantastic view of the ocean... and the beach IS
within easy walking distance. Many of these were done from either balcony. At times I think neighbors and passers by were a little jealous. There
they were starting the car, trying not to spill coffee while rushing off to punch in by 9:00 am at some job. And there I was, already having made the
commute to the balcony, dressed for work in flip flops and board shorts, downloading files, calculating races, making the occasional odd bet,
and doing take after take on innane topics like downloading files.
Seriously though, there is good information to be found in these podcasts, Whether you are a new
user taking the Demo for the very first time, or an experienced JCapper user who has been there from the beginning.
It is my sincerest hope that watching and listening to me talk about using the program gives you insight that
elevates your game in some way.
Enjoy,
-jp
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Q. What if I have questions about something I can't find in the Videos or Help Docs?
A. The only stupid questions are the ones we are too shy to ask.
Post your questions 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 just happen to have an active and friendly JCapper community reading the message board.
Many times somebody from the community will answer a question before I even get the chance to read it.
Email your questions to me.
I try to check my JCapper email inbox at least once a day. If you email a
question to me I'll email you back with an answer - usually within 24 hours.
Bottom Line: - If you have questions or need help with the program - ask.
