The Startup Utility lets you specify the graphics resolution of your system. The value you choose will be saved and will appear in the System File listing.


When you choose "(5) Startup Utility" from the Main Menu, either by pressing "5," or by using the "F5" function key, you'll enter the Startup Utility.

After a brief message stating that a SYSTEM FILE will be created for you, you'll be asked to pick a screen display. In Windows, there is one choice. The program works well with  800 X 600 to 1024 X 768 monitor display settings.

Please enter the number corresponding to your graphic / display choice, (6), and press <Enter>.

After you specify the type of display, the SmithPlot Utility will automatically run. Press <Enter> to select the default value of chart aspect ratio. A Smith Chart will then be drawn using the default value. If the chart is badly ovalled, in either the x or y direction, choose "N" (for NO), and press <Enter> when asked if you want to "Save" the chart. You will then get to try again. This time, look at the top of the screen, you'll be told what the range of aspect ratio adjustment is, along with the nominal default value. Choose a number a little lower, (or higher), than nominal, and draw a new chart. Press <Enter> after typing in the AR (aspect ratio) value. It should be possible to create a circular Smith Chart with one of the two monitor display settings mentioned above. When you've arrived at a compromise, follow the on-screen directions to "Save the Chart."