That fixed it :o)
for reference if anyone needs it the info is:-
Retry starting Visual Building while disconnected from internet.
If it does start while disconnected from internet exit program and then:
1. Delete all files in the following folder:
C:\Users\YOURNAME\Documents\Visual Building Pro\Update
2. Start the program without being connected to the internet.
3. Create a new blank project
4. Select Settings menu, Program option
5. Then select Update page in the dialog.
6. On this Update page select manual search only.
7. Restart program, this time while connected to internet and see if problem re occurs.
