SwissMicros Calculator Forum

I have updated the routines to now include both "Big Char" and "Small Char" fonts as specified in Free42. I have also changed the way the programs interface. So if you have previously tried these, plese download these and review the changes below. There are two routines: FONTS.ra...

After starting it, I got a "size error" at line 17 of "DISPLAY". This is command STO IND 00. What I am doing wrong? Cheers Meino You need to set the number of storage registers to 150. SIZE command is in the MODES menu. Select SIZE 150 That will allow for 150 storage registers. ...

Hi Meino, To display a string: Load the Alpha Register with the String that is to be displayed Store a complex number in Register "P". This complex number is the screen coordinates where you wish the string displayed. Then XEQ "DISPLAY" Following is a simple program that would in...

Meino, I think your post should be moved to "Usage tips, tricks and problem reports" since your question is on how the File List works and not on my routines. You would pro bally get a better response there to your question. Did you get a chance to try the routines I provided and do you ha...

NOTE: The routines have been updated on February 12. The routines now include both "Big Char" and "Small Char" fonts as specified in Free42. I have also changed the way the programs interface. Please page down to the Feb 12 post for description of the revisions and the revised RA...

I wouldn't be concerned. Windows works in mysterious ways, and I get the same message. Just continue without scan. I have external drives that Windows hav wanted to scan for years. Never let it an never had problems with the disks :) Thanks. Just wanted to make sure that I hadn't corrupted the Fat ...

I'm running Windows 7. Whenever I plug in the DM42 and "Activate USB Disk", I get the following pop-up message: "Do you want to scan and fix DM42 (G)?" I've been selecting "Continue with scanning" and everything seems to work fine. Should I be concerned? Should I Format...

I've been experimenting with using the ASTECH Hard Case. I have cut a couple of pieces of leather and then wedged it on both sides of the DM42 and it works pretty good. But it sits a little low in the case. So thinking of mounting some rubber feet to inside of the Hard Case which should raise the ca...

This discussion about the use of commas reminded me of the story about the comma that cost a company a million dollars (Canadian).

Following is link to the story:

http://www.nytimes.com/2006/10/25/busin ... comma.html

Bill
Smithville, NJ

The links in the first part of that page all point to www.hp42s.com, which used to be Erik Ehrling's site, long defunct. The Japanese page you end up on looks like a domain registrar. Did anyone ever archive Erik's site? One option is to use the Wayback Machine: https://web.archive.org/web/20040715...