Yes it is odd isn't it, I had deleted the data folder and uninstalled TD, then re-installed and copied a folder from my PC that I know works, all was well and i restored the back up and ran a test on the laptop for several hours. I then updated to AVG 11 and completed all windows updates then soak tested the laptop and rebooted and carried out further tests.
All was well then I launched a tournament some time later and recieved the error; An unexpected error occurred Messag: Syntax error Line 29, this error occurred before the Tournament Director could fully initialise and will therefore exit.
Very strange indeed.
My next step will be to format the laptop and start again. I have seen a similar error which appears repeatedly although does not stop the tournament director openeing and when I click Ok it is possible to carry on the tournament, but not with the error that I have now.
XP Pro Internet Explorer 8 etc.
After typing all this I have disconnected the wireless internet and plugged in directly to my router and interestingly enough the TD starts ok, I have now disconnected the internet altogether and it still opens fine. On reactivation of the wireless internet the error returns, so basically solution found but still very odd. One other symptom of this problem before the fatal error occurred was that the database of players was listed by first names only, I realise that this is probably unexplainable but I'm just trying to give you as much info as possible. I will try to resolve on the other laptop as soon as I can. Thank you once again for your prompt replies.