This sheet contains the current details of common general questions asked of our Receptionist and Help Desk.  It is regularly updated so as it reflects the current status.

 


Last Update 18/11/2011


Check Version Numbers
(version numbers of software available from Client Services) 

Brochures For Trimar Products
Click above for brochures on Trimar products. To view the brochures, you will need to have Adobe Acrobat Reader installed on your computer.

TRIMAR SOFTWARE STATUS FROM November, 2011
Windows 7 and 64 Bit Operating Systems
Assetman, Leaseman, Finman, Payman, Shareman, Fringepac and Taxman will all run under the latest 64 bit operating systems from Microsoft. All of these programs will run in new and old versions of Windows. The data for from old releases of our software is 100% compatible with the new versions. No additional training of staff is required to use the new updates as the look and feel of the software has been maintained.

The 'Windows 7 Ready' program update is another example of our commitment to protecting your long term investment in our programs and your related data. It means that you will still be able to use our programs when in the future, you acquire a new computer with the current Windows operating system installed. All this costs is your annual low cost subscription to our program update and support service.


Cashman for 64 Bit Operating Systems
The BETA version of CASHMAN32 is now available from the Client Services section of  our web site as well as instructions on its installation, use and data conversion. Until further notice, this version should only be used by CASHMAN clients who have installed 64 bit versions of Windows 7 and are unable to process their Cashman data using the current version of Cashman. If you wish to use it, download and read the instructions first. You must inform Trimar that you have downloaded and installed this version so that we can adjust our files accordingly. This is necessary so that we can offer you proper support if required. Simply click the download advisory Popup that appears with the Client Services screen  and fill in the appropriate details.

For users who have a 64 bit operating system and want to continue to run the old version of CASHMAN, there is a way. If you have purchased  the Professional Version as a minimum of 64 bit Windows 7 operating system, then it can run  XP via Virtual PC and there is no cost associated with this. The Microsoft web site lets you download this module and has some excellent videos on its installation and use. The older version of Cashman products will run under XP/Virtual PC mode in 64 Bit Windows 7 in a totally transparent way.

Below is a link to Microsoft Web site that has tutorials on Virtual PC/XP use in Windows 7

http://www.microsoft.com/windows/virtual-pc/support/default.aspx

HELP System
Trimar products use the HTML HELP system (CHM Files) and this can sometimes cause problems  using Trimar HELP on network systems (because of security settings). For this reason, we have added an alternative WinHelp system. It is exactly the same content, but just visually different. As a user, you can switch from one to another system with a new option in 'System Utilities'. The current versions on our web site have this option if required.

PAYMAN FOR 2012 FINANCIAL YEAR
This version (V11.06) has the 2012 tax tables as well as changes to EMPDUPE and Payment Summary reporting requirements to cater for Reportable Superannuation..

If you access a file set up as a Release 8 or older format, then when accessed for the first time, your existing data will be automatically upgraded to the new data structure.


Payman V11.06 can be used for both the 2011 year and the 2012 Year.  It uses the Year Start Date to determine which tax table to use. 

Also in this update is the ability to cater for ":Foreign Employment" Employees. After 1st July, 2010, the EMPDUPE version is ATO Version 10 (not to be confused with PAYMAN version 10). This version of EMPDUPE reports Foreign Employment income as a separate category. There is also a separate Payment Summary for this category.


YEAR END PROCEDURES - At the 30th of June there are certain Year End procedures that must be followed before starting work on the new Financial Year. Firstly check you are using the latest version of the Software (latest version numbers are displayed on our website). Then proceed as follows:-
CASHMAN – within CASHMAN refer to Help/Contents/Year End Instructions
PAYMAN – refer to Help/Help Contents/Year End Instructions (includes Payment Summaries).
DEBTORS/CREDITORS – no year end procedure – change aging date as normal.  SHAREMAN – refer to Help/Help Contents/Search/Year End Instructions.
ASSETMAN – balance forward using New Year option. (for Assetman, these dates can be edited backwards and forwards without effecting the data).
FINMAN, LEASEMAN, TAXMAN - do not require a year end function. However you should check you are using the latest version before continuing.
FRINGEPAC - does not require balance forward, but you should check that you have updated the correct year start date, FBT tax rate and benchmark interest rate for the current year. Vehicle closing odometer readings can be rolled forward if required or manually adjusted at your discretion.

NEW PROGRAM RELEASES

As mentioned above, there have been many significant program enhancements released  this year. Eligible clients (ie clients who are under maintenance) will be  able to download the latest versions of our Windows software products directly from the “Client Services” area of our website.  To do this, you must be registered with us and have obtained the appropriate passwords.  Please e-mail us if you do not know your passwords.

TRIMAR ON WEB TV
Our HOME page now features a link to Broadcastroom.tv. This takes you to a 14 minute interview between David Smith and Roger Brownlee of Trimar. David is well know to the accounting community and has been a long time associate of Trimar Software.


CURRENT SOFTWARE RELEASE DETAILS
LEASEMAN V4.07
o Complete rewrite and compatible with Windows 7 and 64 bit operating systems
o Currently selected printer displayed on all report screens
o New Payment Summary Report

 This version  which  extends the program's capability for Hire Purchase. Before using the HP capability you should do the relevant Familiaristion Exercise (Select HELP/HELP CONTENTS/TUTORIAL HP then File and Print) & follow the step by step instructions. Prior to setting up your own HP registers, ensure that you are aware of the limitations of HP accounting as outlined in section [F] of the tutorial, including the fact that Leaseman only caters for the GST ACCRUAL BASIS (the schedule for the cash basis is handled by our Finman program). The Tutorial also deals with converting existing Registers to use the HP capability. 

 
ASSETMAN V3.07

o Complete rewrite and compatible with Windows 7 and 64 bit operating systems

o Currently selected printer displayed on all report screens
o Displayed Screen reports can be easily resized
o Option to use HTML HELP or WinHELP
o Serial Number Report added


FRINGEPAC V4.01

o Complete rewrite and compatible with Windows 7 and 64 bit operating systems
o Selected printer displayed on all report screens
o Displayed Screen reports can be easily resized

o Compliant with current regulations

o Shading of Statutory rates over next 4 years

o Option to use HTML HELP or WinHELP
  

FINMAN V11.02

o Complete rewrite and compatible with Windows 7 and 64 bit operating systems
o Tax tables for the years started 1st July, 2011
o Ability to save and restore Division 7 calculation details
o New effective interest rate calculation
o
Split variable interest rate loans
o Daily interest schedules if required
o Currently selected printer displayed on all report screens
o Displayed Screen reports can be easily resized
o Additions to GST facilty in Lease and Hire Purchase
o 2012 Div 7 Interest rate
o Option to use HTML HELP or WinHELP

 

TAXMAN V15.01
o Contains the tax tables for 2011 and 2012.
o Complete rewrite and compatible with Windows 7 and 64 bit operating systems
o Currently selected printer displayed on all report screens
o Displayed Screen reports can be easily resized
o Version 15 will be released when we have access to 2011 Taxpack
o Flood Levy for 2010
o Option to use HTML HELP or WinHELP
 

SHAREMAN V7.13
o Incorporates the 30th June 2011 market values

o Complete rewrite and compatible with Windows 7 and 64 bit operating systems
o Masterfile address shown on start screen
o Currently selected printer displayed on all report screens

o Displayed Screen reports can be easily resized

o New Consolidation Report added for Dividends and Income across all portfolios

o Ability to use Trimar market value file mv3006yy with individual portfolios

o Option to use HTML HELP or WinHELP

o Option to view fractional quantity in Security History


PAYMAN V11.06

o Enable backing up and restoring of all Payman Entities
o Ability to print Payment Summaries and produce EMPDUPE file for Superannuation
    income stream Pensions
o Tax tables for the year started 1st July, 2011
o Complete rewrite and compatible with Windows 7 and 64 bit operating systems
o New Year End (2011) reporting requirements for EMPDUPE file - inclludes addition of
   superannuation amount to payment summaries.
o
Totals only option on Employee Ledger Report
o
Lodgement reference for Child Support
o Ability to Email payslips
o The ability to maintain extensive Employee notes
o Currently selected printer displayed on all report screens
o Displayed Screen reports can be easily resized
o Changes to handle Foreign Tax and non Australian addresses
o Ability to handle "Foreign Income" Employee type
o Handles ANZ Interactive Deposits
o  Flood Levy for 2012
o Ability to Save Provider details for EMPDUPE and transfer between Employer files
o Option to use HTML HELP or WinHELP
 
CASHMAN 6.04
o Compatible with Windows Vista, but not yet compatible with 64 bit operating systems
   A rewrite is in progress

CASHMAN 32 v t7.16
o  Beta version of Cashman to run in 64 bit environment

 

 

CURRENT PROGRAM VERSIONS
The versions below represent the software release that is currently available from this web site (Client Services).  Access to client services  is  via password. All clients  who have paid maintenance are provided with the current password.

Current Software Versions
Program      Version   Date of Last Update
==========================================
Assetman32     3.07      08/11/2011
Fringepac32    4.01      02/09/2011
Leaseman32     4.07      02/09/2011
Payman32      11.06      02/09/2011
Shareman32     7.13      11/10/2011
Taxman32      15.01      02/09/2011
Finman32      11.02      02/09/2011
Cashman        6.04      04/05/2010
Creditors      6.04      04/05/2010
Debtors        6.04      04/05/2010
Cashman 32    t7.16      16/11/2011

PROGRAM     CURRENT MAINTENANCE (2011/2012) 
            SUPPORT SUBSCRIPTION (inc GST) 
============================================
SHAREMAN            $110
LEASEMAN            $110
ASSETMAN            $110
TAXMAN              $150
PAYMAN              $150
CASHMAN             $ 99
DEBTORS             $ 66
CREDITORS           $ 66
FRINGEPAC           $110
FINMAN              $ 99  

Our update policy is to issue email notification of  releases when ever the need dictates. ie a program change is necessary to ensure proper operation of the software or Government legislation changes (eg tax rates). In general, all registered users are encouraged to download updates from the Client Services section of our web site when they note that the version number has changed. We always ensure that updates are not disruptive to normal program operation and if a data restructure is required, it will be automatic and you will always be alerted.

 


[Return to Trimar Website]