BelTutor - Free Training Software
BelTutor is a cut down version of Beltower, designed for training new learners in a tower,
and is given away, almost free.
It is an ideal way to teach new learners up to and including Plain Hunt.
It has unique features, not found on other simulators, designed to help learners through the early stages.
It can also be used at home and with hand bells.
Screen Shot 1: BelTutor training software
All the ringing features of Beltower are present including:
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changes display with row by row accuracy reporting and striking monitor
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real bell sounds and interactive animation (ropes or hand bells)
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rounds and manual call changes
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Kaleidoscope exercises in Doubles and Triples, to be updated by the Author, from time to time
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plain hunt on up to 16 bells
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Blue Line Preview (plus red, green, cyan etc.) to review the Kaleidoscope exercises
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input from keyboard, mouse or sensors (COM or USB)
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place key input mode, and wait for correct input
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strike on input mode, plus alternate stroke and target-place hand/back detection
in Ring Options
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co-operative timing and co-operative speed modes for an introduction to rounds
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multi-bell recording + playback facility with save/load
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the Listening Challenge for honing your listening skills
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complete Beltower Help, including the full version's features
The Kaleidoscope methods include combinations of exercises, some of which are shown in this selection from the library.
Screen Shot 2: Clip of Preview showing training exercises
Note:
BelTutor is restricted to manual call changes, plain hunt and Kaleidoscope exercises
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no other methods or touches can be rung or edited
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call changes can only be called manually
BelTutor is almost FREE but is only available on CD from the Author.
It cannot be downloaded but it can be
ordered either by post or on-line.
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