That makes a LOT more sense -- 0 GMT would have been 18 hours prior to the time I generated that number.  Thanks a lot for that tip, Jono!Also, thanks for sharing the javascript function -- you make an extremely good point in that if I'm using the initialize event and I don't protect the initial val...

Paul,Thanks very much for taking time to create that excellent example PDF!  After some consideration, I think the DB connection probably isn't necessary, though you've given me a good start in case a future project comes along.  I'd be very interested to see the process & commands you mentioned if ...

My department is new to Live Cycle Designer.  We created a PDF form using LCD ES that is used to approve the purchase of certain types of equipment.  I've been asked to modify it to include a unique ID number, and I need advice on where to start.The user goes to the web and opens the PDF approval fo...