Sharp EL-5230 - Manual (Page 77)

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Chapter 7
Programming
PROG mode
A program enables you to automate a series of calculations, including those
simple and complex. Programs are created either in the NORMAL program
mode or in the NBASE program mode.
Entering the PROG mode
1. Press b 2 to select the PROG
(PROGRAM) mode.
2. Press 0 to RUN a program, press
1 to create a NEW program, press
2 to EDIT a program, and press 3
to DELETE a program.
Selecting the NORMAL program mode or the NBASE
program mode
Before creating a new program (b 2 1), select either the
NORMAL program mode or the NBASE program mode.
In the NORMAL program mode, you can perform simple mathematical
calculations and statistical operations. In the NBASE program mode, you can
perform logical operations and calculations using N-base numbers.
Programming concept
It is not within the scope of this manual to describe how to write programs for
the calculator in detail. Previous programming experience is required to read
this section. The programming language for this calculator is similar to those
in general use today.
All conventional computer and calculator programs use fundamental
elements such as input, flow control, loops, calculation, and output. The
programming language in your calculator includes commands that allow you
to incorporate all of these fundamental elements into your programs. For the
command list, refer to the ‘Programming Commands.’ (See page 79.)
Note:
• Commands must be entered using the COMMAND menu (i). DO
NOT type commands manually using the ; key.
PROGRAM MODE
ƒRUN ⁄NEW
¤EDIT ‹DEL