EC-356  (650-0865)            Preparation              Faxback Doc. # 3727

You must be familiar with the following information in order to use the
Organizer correctly.  It tells you what to do in order to avoid losing
important data stored in memory.  Please be sure to read the following
before using the Organizer!

Make back up copies of important data!

Your Organizer employs electronic memory, which makes it possible to store
large volumes of data and to recall stored data quickly and easily.  Data
is retained as long as power is supplied by the batteries.  This means
that should the batteries go dead, or if you make a mistake while
replacing batteries, the data stored in memory may be damaged or lost
entirely.  Data contents can also be damaged or lost due to strong
electrostatic charge, strong impact, or extremes in temperature and
humidity.

All of this means that you should make back up copies of important
data in a notebook in case any of the above conditions occur.

About data errors...

Whenever you switch on the power of the Organizer, it performs a self-
check before beginning operation.  If the Organizer detects a problem with
the data stored in memory, it displays the following message.

     DATA ERROR!
     CONSULT
     THE OWNER'S MANUAL

Note that once data is lost it cannot be recovered.  Such data errors
are generally caused by one of the following problems.

  Interruption of battery power.

  Severe electrostatic charge, impact, change in temperature, or change
  in humidity.

  Hardware problem.

Once the Data Error display appears, you will not be able to enter or
edit data, though you will be able to recall data after pressing CLEAR
to clear the error message.  In order to return memory to normal (allowing
further entry and editing of data), you must perform the RESET operation
to clear the memory of all data.  Before doing so, you may want to recall
important data and write it down (if you don't already have a copy).  You
can than re-enter the data after clearing the memory.

If you still have trouble after trying the RESET operation, you may have
a hardware problem.  If so, consult with your nearest Radio Shack store.

About the memory overflow message...

The memory overflow appears on the display when the data you are trying
to store exceeds memory capacity.

When this happens, perform the two following operations.

  Press < or > to display the data you are trying to enter, and reduce the
  number of characters.  If the memory overflow message appears again
  when you try to store the data, try the next operation below.

  Press CLEAR to display the entry prompt for the mode you are in ("NAME?"
  "MEMO?").  Next, delete data items you no longer need to make room
  for the new data.

General Precautions

  Never try to take the Organizer apart.

  Avoid strong impact and sudden temperature changes.

  At very low temperatures, the display response time may slow down or
  the display may fail completely.  This is temporary and correct
  operation should return at normal temperature.

  To avoid serious damage to the Organizer caused by leaking batteries,
  replace batteries once every two years, regardless of how much you use
  the Organizer during that time.

  Never use thinner, benzine or other volatile agents to clean the
  exterior of the Organizer.  Instead, wipe it off with a soft cloth
  dampened in a solution of water and a mild, neutral detergent.  Wring
  the cloth out until it is almost dry.

  If the Organizer is exposed to strong static electrical charges, the
  display may dim or the Organizer may lock up.  To correct this
  situation, switch power off, and then remove and then replace the
  batteries.

  Do not press the keys with a pen, pencil, or other sharp object.

  The Organizer may cause interference with radio or television reception.
  Keep it away from such appliances when you are using it.

(LB/all-12/21/94)