Sharp EL-5230 Programming, PROGRAM MODE ƒRUN ⁄NEW ¤EDIT ‹DEL, Entering the PROG mode, Chapter

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 2to select the PROG (PROGRAM) mode.

2.Press 0to RUN a program, press

1to create a NEW program, press

2to EDIT a program, and press 3 to DELETE a program.

PROGRAM MODE ƒRUN ⁄NEW ¤EDIT ‹DEL

Selecting the NORMAL program mode or the NBASE program mode

Before creating a new program (b 21), 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.

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