Function Names in Programs

The name of a function that is used in a program line is not necessarily the same as the function's name on its key, in its menu, or in an equation. The name that is used in a program is usually a fuller abbreviation than that which can fit on a key or in a menu. This fuller name appears briefly in the display whenever you execute a function — as long as you hold down the key, the name is displayed.

Example: Entering a Labeled Program.

The following keystrokes delete the previous program for the area of a circle and enter a new one that includes a label and a return instruction. If you make a mistake during entry, press bto delete the current program line, then reenter the line correctly.

Keys:

Display:

(In RPN mode)

 

{e



{c{}



{&}

 !

{•A

  

!

 º

N

 π

z

 º

–

 !

{Y{}

 

 

/



/

 

/

‡‡

 

Description:

Activates Program–entry mode (PRGM on). Clears all of program memory.Labels this program routine A (for "area"). Enters the three program lines.Ends the program. Displays label A and the length of the program in bytes.Checksum and length of program.Cancels program entry(PRGM annunciator off).
A different checksum means the program was not entered exactly as given here.
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