Frequently Asked Questions
Choose the product you are inquiring about from the list below.
» SPEX UPC CD-Rom
»How do I Install my SPEX UPC CD-Rom?
Every practice management software works differently -- please contact your software provider for assistance.
»Do I need Practice Management software to use SPEX UPC?
Yes, SPEX UPC was created specifically to work in conjunction with practice management software. You must be using a
software package that has integrated with SPEX UPC in order to use the data. To view the list of compatable software packages,
click here
»How do I integrate my Practice Management software with SPEX UPC?
Please contact our Digital Products Manager for details at (212) 274-7122.
»How often do I receive updates? How will I receive the updates?
Updates for the SPEX UPC CD-Rom will be sent every month.
»Are there color photos on the SPEX UPC CD-Rom?
SPEX UPC does not contain frame images, but frame images can be found in our online
database which is available for subscribers to SPEX UPC.
»Why are some frames not listed in SPEX UPC? Why are some manufacturers not in SPEX UPC?
Frames Data works with each manufacturer individually to provide updated frame information. However, it is up to the discretion of the manufacturer to list their products and to send us new frames. If you have received new frames from a manufacturer that are not in SPEX UPC, please inform your representative from that manufacturer. If there is a manufacturer that is not in SPEX UPC,
let us know by sending an email to
lseepaul@jobson.com. We will contact them to let them know that their customers are requesting that they list with us.
»When can I expect my CD-Rom to arrive?
Most deliveries are by USPS standard mail. Please allow 2 to 4 weeks for first delivery.
»What is the difference between SPEX UPC and FRAMES Data Quarterly CD-Rom? Which one do I need?
SPEX UPC is a monthly subscription and works only with practice management software (PMS).
FRAMES Data Quarterly CD-Rom also works with some software packages,
but can also be used on its own in practices that do not have a PMS .
If you are unsure which CD-Rom to choose,
check with your software developer or refer to the compatibility chart for SPEX UPC,
click here,
or FRAMES Data Quarterly CD-Rom,
click here.
»Tracing Points CD-Rom
»How do I Install my Tracing Points CD-Rom?
Every practice management software works differently -- please call your software provider for assistance.
»Which Lab Management software is compatible with Tracing Points?
Please
click here to view the Compatibility Chart.
»How do I integrate my Lab Management software with Tracing Points?
Please contact our Digital Products Manager for details at (212) 274-7122.
»How often do I receive updates? How will I receive the updates?
Updates for Tracing Points will be sent on CD-Rom every quarter via USPS.
»When can I expect my CD-Rom to arrive?
Most deliveries are by USPS standard mail. Please allow 2 to 4 weeks for your first delivery.
»FRAMES Data Quarterly CD-Rom
»How do I Install my FRAMES Quarterly CD-Rom?
If you are using the FRAMES Data Quarterly CD-Rom in conjunction with
a practice management software, please contact your software provider for instruction.
If you are using the FRAMES Data Quarterly CD Rom on its own, please follow these instructions:
- Click the “My Computer” icon on your desktop (if you do not have the icon, press and hold the flying windows icon on the lower left-hand corner of your keyboard,
and type in the letters “b-r-e”. Once typed in, the “My Computer” window will appear).
- On your “My Computer” window, locate the icon that is named “FRAMES CD”. Right-click on the icon, and select “Open”.
- At the “FRAMES CD” window, find the icon named “SETUP” or “SETUP.EXE”. It is usually represented by a small computer logo on the icon. Double click on the icon.
- Then follow the Frames Data CD Setup instructions for installation.
- After the installation is successful, an icon on the desktop named “Frames Data CD-ROM” will appear. Double click on the icon.
For assistance please contact technical support at (800)-821-6069 ext. 1.
»What versions of Windows does the FRAMES Data Quarterly CD-Rom work with? Is it Mac compatible?
The FRAMES Data Quarterly CD-Rom runs on
Windows Vista
Windows XP
Windows 2000
Window 98
The CD-Rom is not mac compatible.
»What if my FRAMES Data Quarterly CD-Rom has expired?
If you are using the current issue of the Quarterly CD-Rom, you may need to update your installation. To do this, follow the installation instructions you used to initially install the CD (see above). The installation program will ask whether you want to "Update" or "Remove," select "Update." Complete the installation and try running the program again.
For More Assistance Please Contact Customer Service at (800)-821-6069 ext 1.
»Are there color photos on the FRAMES Data Quarterly CD-Rom?
Yes, most frames include a full color photo.
»How can I see the frames in different colors?
Currently the frames are displayed in one color, but all available colors are listed.
»Can I add frames that are not yet listed in the software?
Yes, You can add frames into the frame board management feature.
»Can I use the frame board management feature for primary inventory use?
We recommend using your Practice Management software as your primary vehicle for inventory management.
»Why
aren't all of frames listed in the software?
Listings are dependent on the manufacturer.
»How often do I receive updates?
Updates for the FRAMES Data Quarterly CD-Rom will be sent every quarter. You will also receive a monthly issue of the print Price Book for updated pricing information.
»How do I run the FRAMES Data Quarterly on my Practice Management Software?
Each Practice Management software varies slightly when loading the Quarterly CD data, so please call your Practice Management software provider for assistance.
»Do I always need the CD-Rom in the drive to access the data?
Unless using a Practice Management software, the FRAMES Data Quarterly CD-Rom must
be in the drive to access frame information.
»Which Practice Management software is compatible with FRAMES Data Quarterly?
Please
click here to view the Compatibility Chart.
»When can I expect my CD-Rom to arrive?
Most deliveries are by USPS standard mail. Please allow 4 to 6 weeks for first delivery.
»What is the difference between SPEX UPC and FRAMES Data Quarterly CD-Rom? Which one do I need?
SPEX UPC is a monthly subscription and works only with practice management software (PMS).
FRAMES Data Quarterly CD-Rom also works with some software packages,
but can also be used on its own in practices that do not have a PMS .
If you are unsure which CD-Rom to choose,
check with your software developer or refer to the compatibility chart for SPEX UPC,
click here,
or FRAMES Data Quarterly CD-Rom,
click here.
»FRAMES Data Online
»What kind of frame information is included in FRAMES Data Online?
Frame listings on FRAMES Data Online include frame name, manufacturer name, sizes, colors available and in most cases full color photos. It includes active frame listings only; discontinued frames are not displayed in the online database,
though we do provide a list of discontinued frames and the last issue of FRAMES Data Quarterly that they appeared in.
»How do I get my FRAMES Data Online Subscription?
Basic access to FRAMES Data Online is included free of charge with any
FRAMES Data Quarterly (print or CD Rom) or SPEX UPC subscription. To activate your online account,
click
here. You will need your account number and zip code the first time you register, which can be found on your Frames Data subscription label.
You may also call customer service at (800)-739-7555 to obtain your account number.
»What if I forgot my password for FRAMES Data Online?
You will need to provide your Frames Data user login ID
for your password to be emailed using the email address we have on file. Click
here to retrieve your password.
»How do I update my password for FRAMES Data Online?
You will need to provide your Frames Data user Login ID
and zip code for your password to be updated. Click
here to update your password.
»How often is FRAMES Data Online updated?
Updates are applied every two weeks.
»FRAMES Data Quarterly
»Why are some frames not listed? Why are some manufacturers not in FRAMES Data Quarterly?
Frames Data works with each manufacturer individually to provide updated frame information. However, it is up to the discretion of the manufacturer to list their products and to send us new frames. If you have received new frames from a manufacturer that are not in FRAMES Data Quarterly, please inform your representative from that manufacturer. If there is a manufacturer that is not in FRAMES Data Quarterly, let us know by sending an email to lseepaul@jobson.com.
We will contact them to let them know that one of their customers is requesting that they list with us.
»Frames Data Other Publications
»I haven’t received my issue of Review of Cornea & Contact Lenses Annual Contact Lens Guide/Diagnostic Instruments/Surfacing & Finishing.
These products are shipped once per year upon completion of production, and are sent to FRAMES Data Quarterly (print or CD rom) subscribers that have requested them. If you believe you were omitted in error, or if you would like to be added to this list, contact Customer service and we will be happy to update your subscription
to receive future issues.