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About Bible Navigator

What is Bible Navigator?
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Bible Navigator is an easy-to-use PC CD-Rom software that includes Bible translations and other reference works. You can cross reference instantly, customize your desktop with your most frequently used reference books and favorite translations, read Scripture references without clicking, receive enhancements automatically with SmartUpdate Technology and more.  You’ll discover how to write your own library content using the built-in word processor or Microsoft Word® and how to create personal documents that fully integrate with the cross-referencing and search tools. Multi-user preferences help to keep each family member’s studies separate. And, it’s internet enhanced to help you learn from others and help others.

What are the system requirements for Bible Navigator?
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PC Compatible, Windows 98/2000/XP/Vista. At least 40 MB hard drive space and 32MB RAM. Microsoft Vista® users should visit www.biblenavigator.com/vista for additional information.

Is Bible Navigator compatible with Microsoft Vista®?
>Yes! Please visit www.biblenavigator.com/vista for specific information.

What Bible Navigator products are currently available?
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The Deluxe Edition, the Holman Christian Standard Bible edition, New American Commentary (4 Volume), New American Commentary (31 Volume).  There is a bulk purchase offer for the Holman CSB edition.  Customized editions for church and parachurch organizations are also available.

What are "unlocked" and "locked" books?
>Books you are allowed to read and search are known as "unlocked books", and are shown with the book icon. There may be other books present, known as "locked books" which you are not allowed to read or search, and they are shown with the padlock icon.

How do I order "locked books" 
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You can purchase any locked book. You can browse the list of add-on books by clicking the View menu and selecting Add-on Books. Click on a book category to see the list of books in that category. Note that books you already own will not be shown.

How Do I Use the Add-On Catalog?
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The Add-On Catalog is included on the Bible Navigator installation and is updated via the Internet for Bible Navigator users with an Internet conection. For those without an Internet connection, add-on books can be purchased by calling 1-800-888-9898.  To make sure you have the latest list of add-ons and the latest sale prices, click on the Help menu, and select "Check for Updates."

How Do I Conntact Technical Support?
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Before contacting technical support, make sure you have the most recent version of Bible Navigator. Run Bible Navigator, click the Help menu, and select Check for Updates."
> Email: support@biblenavigator.com
> Visit the Bible Navigator web site.
> Phone: (512) 835-6900.
> Sales
> In the U.S.: (800) 888-9898.
> International: +1 (512) 832-2125
> Fax: (512) 834-1888
> Email: sales@biblenavigator.com

How do I purchase Bible Navigator?
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Go to www.lifeway.com/shopping and search on Bible Navigator to view the full line of products.

What Are SmartUpdates
>Your Bible Navigator software is capable of keeping itself up to date. All you need is a connection to the Internet. This update capability is called ""SmartUpdate." You can change how often Bible Navigator performs a SmartUpdate via the Internet Settings tab of the Program Settings window. To manually perform a SmartUpdate, click the Help menu and select Check For Updates.

How Do I Use the Tutorial Videos?
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The Tutorial Videos will help you quickly become familiar with Bible Navigator.You can access them from the EasyStart Screen, or by clicking on the Help Menu, then selecting Tutorial Videos. The videos run in a window on your computer and do not require any additional software to be installed.

What is the Preview Period? 
>Titles in your library that are shown in red indicate that the books are being made available for a 30 day preview period. Black titles are used for books that you own permanently. To purchase any of the books shown in red, use the Add-on Book Catalog.

How Do I Register My Software?
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When you first install Bible Navigator, you will be prompted to register your software.  Follow the step-by-step instructions and you will be registered in minutes.

About Broadman & Holman
>From its original core of Bibles, textbooks, and reference titles, Broadman & Holman has blossomed into a major publisher of youth and children’s books, Christian fiction, humor, financial management, history, and other categories.Most recently, Broadman & Holman is best known for publishing books by Dr. Henry Blackaby (Experiencing God) and Beth Moore (Praying God’s Word) as well as New York Times bestsellers Payne Stewart: The Authorized Biography and Lt.Col Oliver North’s Mission Compromised and The Jericho Sanction. The company’s Holman Bible Publishers division has developed the new Holman Christian Standard Bible translation and is also the largest publisher of Spanish language Bibles in the United States."


>What is the difference in the Bible Navigator Products offered? 
>Click here to see a comparison chart of the different editions.

What is the New American Commentary? 
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In development for over 17 years, The New American Commentary series is for those who have been seeking a commentary that honors the Scriptures, represents the finest in contemporary evangelical scholarship and lends itself to practical work of preaching and teaching. This comprehensive series serves as a minister’s friend and a Bible student’s guide.

The New American Commentary is based on the inerrancy of Scripture, focuses on the intrinsic theological and exegetical concerns of each Biblical book, and engages the range of issues raised in contemporary Biblical scholarship. Drawing on the skills and insight of over forty Bible scholars, the New American Commentary brings together scholarship and piety to produce a tool that enhances and supports the life of the church.

Usable with any Bible translation
>Commentary that puts first things first by seeking to answer the primary question, "What exactly is the Bible saying?"
>Each volume contains 3 indices: Subject, Person and Scripture
>A practical work for preaching and teaching written to enhance and support the life of the church
>A work that anticipates and addresses the hard questions that might be asked by intelligent clergymen, and serious students of God's Word
>By addressing difficult language issues in its extensive footnotes section, you get a scholarly commentary that is easy to read and understand
>Features exhaustively researched charts, maps, photos and footnotes
>Concise background material and crucial word studies
>Each volume relates itself to the Bible as a whole
>Illuminates historical meanings
>Exposes today's significance
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