14Mar
Creating a new data file in Golden Arrow causes loss of data and messages about ‘Bad Data’
There is a bug in Golden Arrow that prevents data created after loading a file, then clicking 'New'. This bug was fixed as of version 5.0.9.3
14Mar
For indoor rounds Golden Records does not return classification values for Longbow or Barebow
From Archery GB Shooting Adminstrative Procedures for Indoor classifications:"The scheme shall apply only to those archers shooting the following bowstyles:(i) Recurve.(ii) Compound."To make Golden Records lookup recurve values for Longbows go to the Data tab. Find the bow classes table. Select "Show Lookup Values" and change for Longbow the look...
14Mar
Transfer data between computers
There are two options. The first is to use the Transfer tool on the Tools and Settings tab. Launch the tool and select if the computer is the source (the data being copied) or the destination (data to be loaded). If the source you will be asked to select a location...
14Mar
Enetering a score of MB or GMB standard does not produce an MB or GMB classification
Under ArcheryGB rules MB or GMB classifications can only be obtained at tournaments of Record Status or similiar standing. Golden Records will not return an MB or GMB classification unless the Record Status box is ticked.
14Mar
Unhandled Exception: Bad Data. System.Security.Cryptography.CryptographicException
Bad or erroneous data in file being restored. Resolved as of 3.0.9
14Mar
Archers Have More Than One Handicap or Classification
Looking in the Handicaps or Classifications tables there are more than one entry for archers the tables do not appear to show the latest value only.This is by design. Golden Records maintains the history of handicaps or classifications through the season as would be the case if manual records were...
14Mar
Unhandled Exception: The specified table does not exist. [Table Name] System.Data.SqlServerCe.SqlCeException
The database update that runs with each new version has not run or completed. Close Golden Records, and restart the program while holding down the Shift key. A repair utility will launch. Click 'Update Database' and let the update complete. Close the utility and re-launch Golden Records.
14Mar
How do I restore a backup?
To restore a backup select Backup > Restore and select the backup you want to restore. If the file is not in the default location click "Restore from a different location" to open a file dialog. Restoring data destroys any data already entered.
14Mar
Need to enter serial code but existing code no longer valid
As of Golden Records version 3 and Golden Arrow version 4 the licensing system was changed to maintain compatibility with new versions of Windows. A new serial code is required to unlock the program which can be obtained at no cost by the following methods:-Log in to your account and...
14Mar
Classification for Gentleman for Short Metric only Third Class
New classification tables were issued in March 2014 which changed the score boundaries for Short Metric. As a result for Gentlemen Recurve you caot now achieve better than 3rd Class. The tables made quite a lot of changes particularly for juniors.
14Mar
How do I backup the database?
Click backup on the program main menu. Select backup and choose a backup location. The default location is on the program directory but alternative locations can be chosen including removable media like USB sticks portable drives CD/DVD. Network locations can also be used.
14Mar
Reports Not Showing Group Options
In reports there are certain types of reports that do not show group order options:Personal BestsSummary by ArcherRecords SummaryHandicap ImprovementThese reports are fixed format and do not support grouping of output.
14Mar
Is the software transferable on change of Records Officer?
Yes the software can be transferred as Record Officers change just install and register the software on the new machine and remove from the old. The best way to transfer data is to make a backup of the data on the old machine and then restore it on the new...
14Mar
How to Send Files to Toxik Software
To send files to Toxik Software, such as a backup or transfer file for debugging purposes, use the file transfer service at https://www.wetransfer.com/ and send the file to [email protected]
10Nov
There was a problem with changing the competitor selected in…
There was a problem with changing the competitor selected in Golden Arrow. This caused an "Object reference not set to an instance of an object" error when the selection changed. The problem has been resolved in 5.0.9.5 released on 09/11/2014.
10Nov
News Update
There was a problem with changing the competitor selected in Golden Arrow. This caused an "Object reference not set to an instance of an object" error when the selection changed. The problem has been resolved in 5.0.9.5 released on 09/11/2014.
28Jul
Golden Arrow 5.0.9 is now available
Golden Arrow 5.0.9 is now available. This release fixes a number of bugs. It adds to the competitors table tracking of amount paid and contact information. There is an option to produce target lists and check in lists with empty targets shown (can produce odd results if...
28Jul
News Update
Golden Arrow 5.0.9 is now available. This release fixes a number of bugs. It adds to the competitors table tracking of amount paid and contact information. There is an option to produce target lists and check in lists with empty targets shown (can produce odd results if...
24Jun
In April 2014 Archery GB revised the Shooting Administrative Procedures…
In April 2014 Archery GB revised the Shooting Administrative Procedures to adopt World Archery round designations. So what was Gents FITA has become WA 1440 Gents. There are some other significant changes, most notably withdrawal of the Half FITA. These changes have been implemented in Golden Records...
24Jun
News Update
In April 2014 Archery GB revised the Shooting Administrative Procedures to adopt World Archery round designations. So what was Gents FITA has become WA 1440 Gents. There are some other significant changes, most notably withdrawal of the Half FITA. These changes have been implemented in Golden Records...
