Radio Shack EL-6996 User Manual

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PERSONAL ORGANIZER

Owner’s Manual

CONTENTS

Part Names and Key Assignments ..................................................... 1

Using the Organizer for the First Time ............................................... 2

Auto Power Off Function .............................................................. 3

Backlight ....................................................................................... 3

Adjusting the LCD Contrast ......................................................... 3

Turning the key sound On and Off .............................................. 3

Memory Check ............................................................................. 3

Display Symbols ..................................................................................4

Entering Characters ............................................................................ 5

Built-in Calendar and Clock ................................................................ 6

Clock Mode .......................................................................................... 6

Alarm ................................................................................................... 8

Telephone Mode .................................................................................. 9

Calendar Mode .................................................................................. 11

Schedule Mode ................................................................................. 12

Anniversary Mode ............................................................................. 14

MODEL

EL-6996

To Do Mode ....................................................................................... 15

Memo Mode ....................................................................................... 17

Expense Mode ................................................................................... 18

Editing Listings .................................................................................. 20

Deleting Listings ................................................................................ 20

Word Translator Mode ....................................................................... 21

Calculator Mode ................................................................................ 22

Conversion Mode .............................................................................. 23

Secret Function ................................................................................. 25

Game Mode ....................................................................................... 26

Managing the Organizer’s Memory ................................................... 28

Using the Included PC Software .......................................................28

Battery Replacement ......................................................................... 31

Specifications .................................................................................... 32

Appendix ............................................................................................ 34

NOTICE

• RadioShack Corporation strongly recommends that separate permanent written records be kept of all important data. Data may be lost or altered in virtually any electronic memory product under certain circumstances. Therefore, RadioShack Corporation assumes no responsibility for data lost or otherwise rendered unusable whether as a result of improper use, repairs, defects, battery replacement, use after the specified battery life has expired, or any other cause.

• RadioShack Corporation assumes no responsibility, directly or indirectly, for financial losses or claims from third persons resulting from the use of this product and any of its functions, such as stolen credit card numbers, the loss of or alteration of stored data, etc.

• The information provided in this manual is subject to change without notice.

CAUTIONS

• Do not carry the Organizer in the back pocket of slacks or trousers.

• Do not drop the Organizer or apply excessive force to it.

• Do not subject the Organizer to extreme temperatures.

• Since this product is not waterproof, do not use it or store it where fluids can splash onto it. Raindrops, water spray, juice, coffee, steam,

perspiration, etc. will also cause malfunction.

• Clean only with a soft, dry cloth.

• Use only a RadioShack Corporation approved service facility.

NOTES

• All company and/or product names are trademarks and/or registered trademarks of their respective manufactures.

Part Names

Display

Clear/Clear Entry key Power ON/OFF key

Cursor navigation keys

Mode keys

Option port (3-pin option jack)

Key Assignments

ENTER

: ENTER key

EDIT

: EDIT key

DEL

: DELETE key

: BACK SPACE key

INS

: INSERT key

SMBL

: SYMBOL key

TRANSLATOR GAME

ALARM

SECRET

TEL

SCHEDULE

MEMO/ANN

DST AM/PM

TO DO/EXPENSE

2nd

CLOCK

CALC/CONV

M– M

24+/

–

: 2nd Function key

Search keys

RESET

RESET switch

Activate the second function specifically assigned to the next key pressed. Also functions for special characters assigned to the number keys.

CAPS

: CAPS key Functions as CAPS LOCK. It is used to select capital (uppercase) or small (lowercase) letters.

In this manual the keys are represented by symbols, for example:

→&

: Indicates the “&” key.

→7

: Indicates the numeric “7” key.

Using the Organizer for the First Time

Be sure to perform the following operations before using the Organizer for the first time.

1. Pull out the battery insulation sheets from the battery compartment on the back of the unit.

The Organizer starts operation.

(The battery insulation sheets were inserted at the factory to prevent battery wear.)

2. Open the cover and press the RESET switch.

A message, “RESET?” is displayed.

3. Press

The message will appear as “RESET!”. The Organizer is now initialized. Proceed to set the date and time of the clock (see page 6).

Note:

• Press the RESET switch with a ball-point pen or similar object. Do not use an object with a breakable or sharp tip.

If a malfunction occurs under abnormal conditions

If the Organizer is subjected to strong extraneous electrical noise or shock during use, on rare occasions, all the functions will not work properly and data may be displayed incorrectly. In such cases, follow the procedures as shown below.

1. Press the RESET switch.

2. When a message, "RESET?" is displayed, press any key EXCEPT

FOR

If the first procedure doesn't work, follow the next procedure to initialize the Organizer's memory. In this case, all the stored data will be deleted.

1. Press the RESET switch.

2. When a message, "RESET?" is displayed, press

, then

f or

, then

Auto Power Off Function

When none of the keys has been pressed for approximately 7 minutes, the Organizer automatically turns the power off to save the operating battery.

Backlight

The Backlight allows you to view the display and use the Organizer even in low-light conditions. Pressing

the display for as long as you continue to use the Organizer; if no key activities are detected within the specified interval, it will be turned off automatically.

• To turn the Backlight off, press

• The Backlight may remain on for less than the preset interval or it may not function if the battery level is low.

• The Backlight does not function in the PC Link mode.

Do not use the Backlight unnecessarily.

• Since the Backlight drains power from the backlight battery, excessive use of the Backlight will significantly reduce the life of your battery.

Setting up the Backlight

• The Backlight can be set to turn off at a specified interval.

1. Press

press

f x

, select "BL TIME SET" by using k or m, and

2. By using k or m, select a desired interval (10, 20, or 30

seconds) and press

once illuminates

again.

Adjusting the LCD Contrast

, select "LCD CONTRAST" by using k or m,

1. Press and press

2. Press k or m to darken/lighten the display (within 1 through 8).

3. When done, press

Turning the key sound On and Off

f x

, select "KEY TONE" by using k or m, and

1. Press press

2. Select the key sound function on/off by using k or m.

3. When done, press

Memory Check

, select "MEMORY CHECK" by using k or m,

Press and press

The memory check display will appear and indicate the remaining memory space.

The previous screen will appear after 2 seconds.

Display Symbols

Hourly Alarm: The Hourly Alarm is ON and will sound every hour.

Schedule sign: Appears when the Home clock time reaches a Reminder time or a Start time of a schedule listing. Disappears when the time reaches the End time of the listing.

Anniversary sign: Appears when a special day will arrive within days as set in Anniversary Reminder.

UP sign: More information exists above the current display.

(Press

DOWN sign: More information exists below the current display. (Press

CAPS LOCK sign: Capital (uppercase) letters will be entered. To enter small (lowercase) letters, press “CAPS” off.

Beep sound: Key touch sound (beep) is ON.

EDIT mode: The listing on the display can be edited.

to turn

2nd function: Indicates that f has been pressed. You can enter characters or activate functions in red color above some keys.

Daily Alarm: The Daily Alarm is ON and is set to go off at the specified time every day.

Low Battery sign: Indicates that the battery level is extremely low. (Replace the operating battery with a new one immediately.)

Secret sign: Secret function is in effect. (Listings cannot be recalled without a password.)

• The display examples in this manual show only the symbols required for each explanation.

Entering Characters

Moving the Cursor

Move the cursor by pressing j, l, k, or m .

Entering Characters

1. Entering letters and numbers

The initial setting for entering letters is small (lowercase) letters. To enter capital (uppercase) letters, turn “CAPS” on by pressing To enter numbers, press each numeric key.

2. Entering graphic symbols and special characters

Key map for special characters

Key Display Key Display Key Display

f 0 f 3 f 6 f 9

) # ^

(

f 1 f 4 f 7 f ,

$ &

’

f 2 f 5 f 8 f

Other characters

Press

to display the symbol entry mode, allowing a total of

32 symbols and characters to be selected. To select the desired

symbol/special character, press times at the position where you would like to insert it.

Characters assigned to

Making Corrections

the appropriate number of

1. Inserting or Overwriting characters

Press i, once or twice, to insert or overwrite characters.

2. Deleting characters

can be used for deletion of data in Calculator mode and Rate

figure in Conversion mode.

and b can be used for deletion of characters.

can also be used to delete listings.

Built-in Calendar and Clock

Precautions

• Calendar, Schedule, Expense, and Clock modes allow you to enter the desired date and time between Jan. 1, 1950 and Dec. 31, 2150.

• If an attempt is made to store an invalid time or date, you will not be able to move the cursor to date entering, or store the time and

date by pressing

again.

• The Organizer has 43 cities according to the time zones (see page 31).

Clock Mode

The Organizer has both Home Clock and World Clock modes. The display switches between Home and World clock each time is pressed.

HOM NEWYORK 1

–1–

2004THU

. Enter the correct value and press

LON 1–1

WORLD ON

2004

–

Setting the Home Clock

1. If the display is in other mode or World Clock mode, press to enter the Home Clock mode.

Note:

• During the period of the Daylight Saving Time (summer time), set the

DST ON beforehand as described on page 7, "Setting Daylight Saving Time ON/OFF".

2. Press

The Organizer will enter the clock setting mode.

3. Select your Home city using

or >.

City names can be edited, if necessary.

NEWYORK

–01–

12:05:35

4. Press

to move the cursor to the

Month position.

5. Enter the appropriate month.

Enter the day and then year in the same way.

6. Press

7. Enter the appropriate hour.

to move the cursor to

the Hour position.

WYO

–01–

12:05:35

WYO

–24–

HOM

2004

HOM

RK 200

HOM

RK 200

12:00:00

Home Clock Mode

World Clock Mode

5:00:00

12:05:35

8. Enter the minutes and seconds in the same manner.

(

9. Select AM or PM using

.Press

to set the Clock.

The clock starts from exactly the set time.

Selecting the date format (Default: Month-Day-Year)

1. Press press

2. Select the desired date format by using

Mode Month-Day-Year Year-Month-Day Day-Month-Year

Jan 24,2004

Note:

• The selected date format affects each mode in the Organizer.

Selecting the 12- or 24-hour time system (Default: 12 hour)

1. Press hour or 24 hour system.

12 hour 24 hour

, select "DATE FORMAT" by using k or m, and

(MM-DD-YYYY) (YYYY-MM-DD) (DD-MM-YYYY) 01-24-2004 2004-01-24 24-01-2004

Z the appropriate number of times to select the 12

HOM

NEWYORK 1

–24–

2004

SAT

NEWYORK 1

HOM

NEWYORK

–24–

2004

10:16:15

or m, and press

HOM

–24–

2004 SAT

SAT

Setting Daylight Saving Time (DST: Summer time) ON/OFF

1. Press C once to switch the DST setting. When the DST is

” appears.

ON, “

Changing the World Clock city to the Home Clock city

You can change the home city for a city in another time zone without adjusting the stored correct time.

1. Press

once or twice to display the World clock.

2. To set the new home city, select the desired city by using

3. Press clocks.

• The previous home city is now set as the world city.

4. Press

• The selected city in step 2 is now set as the home city.

to change the cities between the Home and the World

to check the home city.

HOM

NEWYORK

–12–

200 THU

9:43:21

3:23:17

In the 12-hour system, 12:00 AM represents midnight while 12:00 PM indicates noon.

15:23:17

Alarm

The Organizer has 3 kinds of alarm:

1. Daily Alarm..........Sounds every day at the specified time (for

approx. 1 minute), when " Up to 3 alarms can be set separately (Alarm1,

Alarm2, and Alarm3).

2. Hourly Alarm........Sounds every hour precisely (every time minutes

reach "00"), when "

3. Schedule Alarm... Sounds at the specified times of schedule listings (see page 12).

Press any key to stop the Alarm sounding.

" is displayed.

Setting the Daily Alarm time

Set up the Daily Alarm to go off at a specified time.

1. Press

The Alarm display will appear.

2. Press

3. Press

Turning the Daily and Hourly Alarms ON/OFF

The Daily and Hourly Alarms can sound when the respective symbols ("

1. Press

Clock mode. The Alarm display will appear.

2. Press

combination of symbols switches.

Note:

• Alarms will sound even when the Organizer is turned off.

" and " ") are displayed.

f A

in the Home

ALARM1

––:––

Z appropriate times. Each time you press f Z, the

4. Press

5. Enter the desired time.

6. Press

Note:

• You can turn the respective alarms (Alarms 1 to 3) ON/OFF. Display

f A

the Alarm1, Alarm2, or Alarm3.

in the Home Clock mode.

or > to select

ALARM3

––:––

(Alarm3 is OFF)

or l to turn on the Alarm.

(The display differs between the 12 hour and 24 hour systems.)

to specify the time.

the desired Alarm following the above steps 1 and 2, then press or l to display the time (ON) or to hide the time (OFF). When turned off, the Alarm will not sound even when the "

ALARM3

12 00 A

(Alarm3 is ON)

" is displayed.

Telephone Mode

There are three telephone listing categories: Unfiled, Personal, and Business. Each listing can be simply classified for easy access to the data.

Press

, select the desired category by using k or m, and press

UNF I L

SEARCHNAME?

BUS I NESS

PERSONAL

SEARCHNAME?

Each entry has the following 14 fields.

SEARCHNAME?

Maximum number of

Field Name alphanumeric characters 1 Last name: 48 2 First name: 48 3 Company: 96 4 Home#: 48 5 Office#: 48 6 Fax#: 48 7 Mobile#: 48 8 E-mail: 48 9 Address: 96

10 City: 48 11 State: 48 12 Zip code: 48 13 Country: 48 14 Note: 96

Entry

1. Press then press

The Business search display will appear.

2. Press

The display will change to the record input mode.

3. Enter the Last name.

For example, “Smith”.

4. Press

5. Press International Co.”.

, and select “BUSINESS”,

, then enter the First name. For example, “John”.

to move the cursor to the Company field and enter “ABC

BUS I NESS

SEARCHNAME?

BUS I NESS

LAST NAME:0 FIRST NA COM

PANY

6. Press m to move the cursor to the Home # field.

7. Enter “585-4280”.

8. Press

to move the cursor to the Office # field and enter “619-542-

7320”.

9. Enter each field in the same manner.

10.

At the Note field, press

The Business search display will appear.

to store the telephone listing.

Last Name Alphabetical Search

1. Press v and select the Category by using k or m key, then

press The search display will appear.

2. Press < or > to search for the target listing in alphabetical

order.

Last Name Direct Search

1. Press v and select the Category (Business, in this example) by

using The search display will appear.

2. Enter some of the last name

letters in order.

Up to 10 letters can be entered.

3. Press

If there is no data matched, “NOT FOUND!” will appear, and then the screen will return to the initial display.

See also

Entering Characters ................................................... 5

Editing Listings ......................................................... 20

Deleting Listings ....................................................... 20

or m key, then press

to search for the target listing.

BUS I NESS

SEARCHNAME?

Navigating the Monthly Calendar Display

1. Press

Calendar Mode

The monthly calendar of the current month will appear. The current day will be flashing. Navigate the calendar using the following keys:

< > j

: Go to previous day

: Go to next day

: Go to the previous week

: Go to the next week

•

j, l, k

displayed.

once or twice to enter the Calendar mode.

: displays the following or previous month.

8–2004

1234567

8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25

and m cursors can move only within the month

26 27 28

Directly go to the target month

1. At the Calendar mode, press =.

Date input display will appear.

2. Enter the target date.

3. Press

The monthly calendar of the target date will appear.

Note:

• In the Calendar mode, monthly calendars from January 1950 to December 2150 are available.

Confirmation of the Schedule, To Do, and Anniversary Mode entries

You can see the dates to which you assigned a Schedule, To Do or Anniversary on the monthly calendar display.

The indication marks are displayed as follows:

ALENDAR

SEARCH DATE?

–12–

2004

Schedule Mode

Entry

A project meeting will be held from 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM on September 11, 2004

1. Press to enter the Schedule mode.

The Schedule search display will appear.

The current date will be displayed and the cursor at the first number flashes.

The first number depends on your Date Format selection. These examples are in the MM-DD-YYYY format.

2. Press display will appear. Enter 09 for month.

3. Enter the target day/year in the same manner.

4. Press

, and enter 10:00AM for

Start time.

once or twice

. The Schedule entry

SCHEDULE

SEARCH DATE?

–12–

2004

09–12–2004 START:05:54 P END:05:54 P

YES

ALAR REMI NDER

09–11–2004 START:10:00 A END:05:54 P

YES

ALAR REMI NDER

M M

5. Press m.

The End time will automatically change to 30 minutes after the Start time. (However, the End time will remain within the specified day.)

6. Enter 11:00AM for the End time, and press

7. Press

or > to select

“Yes” or “No” for Alarm setting,

and press

If you select “Ye s”, the Schedule Alarm will sound at the time set in Reminder minutes before the Start time. If you select “No”, Schedule Alarm will not sound.

Note:

• If you select “No” in step 7, “PLAN” will appear instead. Go step 9 to continue.

START:10:00 A END:11:00 A

IN. BEFORE

YES

ALAR REMI NDER

END:11:00 A

IN. BEFORE

–––––

ALAR REMI NDER

9. Enter the name of the scheduled item into the PLAN field. (Project

10.

Note:

• When the Home clock time reaches a Reminder time, the Schedule

Sequential search

1. Press

2. Press

PLAN:0

8. Enter the appropriate time for

Reminder and press Schedule Alarm will sound at the entered time before the Start time. You can select any number from 00 to 99.

Note:

• Enter the number in two-digit format.

END:11:0S0A ALAR

<YE>

REMI NDER

IN. BEFORE

PLAN:0

meeting)

Up to 96 alphanumeric characters can be entered.

Press

to store the schedule listing.

Alarm will sound for approx. 30 seconds even when the power is turned off. Press any key to stop the Alarm sounding. When is pressed, the listing can be seen in detail in the Schedule mode.

g <

for the target schedule listing. The listings stored in the Organizer will be displayed in chronological order.

once or twice to enter the Schedule mode.

or > to search

8–12–2004 START:12:15 P END:12:45 P ALAR

I NDER

YES

M M

Date search

1. Press

2. Set the desired date.

Select the month, day and year field, and enter the desired number.

3. Press target schedule listing of the specific date.

Pressing display the listings on that day.

See also

Entering Characters ................................................... 5

Editing Listings ......................................................... 20

Deleting Listings ....................................................... 20

once or twice to enter the Schedule mode.

SCHEDULE

SEARCH DATE?

–11–

to search for the

9–11–2003 START:10:00 A END:11:00 A

or > can

ALAR RE

I NDER

2004

YES

Anniversary Mode

In Anniversary mode, you can specify the month and day (such as

wedding anniversaries and birthdays).

Once data is stored as an anniversary, a flag appears on the date set in the calendar (see page 12). And when within the specified period, the anniversary sign will appear.

The maximum number of characters for each description is 96 alphanumeric characters.

Entry

“Nancy’s Birthday” is on February 12th.

MEMO/ANN

1. Press to enter the Anniversary mode.

2. Press e.

The Anniversary entry display will be displayed and Date will appear.

3. Enter the date, 02 for month and 12 for day.

4. Press

Reminder date will be flashing.

once or twice

ANN I VERSARY

SEARCH DATE?

–

DATE:02–12

I NDER

BEF

RIPTI

5 DAYS

DES

5. Enter the Reminder date from 0 to 9.

6. Press

7. Enter “Nancy’s Birthday”.

8. Press

to store the anniversary listing.

The anniversary sign ( Reminder.

) will not appear until the day is set in

Sequential search

1. Press

2. Press

MEMO/ANN

once or twice to enter the Anniversary mode.

or > to search for the listing.

To Do Mode

In the To Do mode, you can store your important To Do items with a priority index.

Entry

You have to visit the HK Exhibition by December 10, 2003.

1. Press

TO DO/EXPENSE

twice to enter the To Do mode.

once or

TOD

SEARCHDATE?

–12–

2004

Date search

Enter the date to go to the target date in the above step 2 and then

press

See also

Entering Characters ................................................... 5

Editing Listings ......................................................... 20

Deleting Listings ....................................................... 20

2. Press

3. Enter 12 into the month field and enter 10 and 2004 respectively.

4. Press

The To Do entry display will appear.

08–12–2004

PR IORITY

PENDIN

DESCRIPTION

and select the Priority number from 1 (High) to 9 (Low)

using

or > (or enter the number), then press m.

5. Press m to let the status as "PENDING".

6. In the description field, enter what you have to do by the target day. Enter “Visit HK Exhibition”.

Up to 96 alphanumeric characters can be entered.

7. Press

to store the To Do listing.

Sequential search

1. Press

2. Press

TO DO/EXPENSE

The To Do listings are stored in the order of date, pending/done status, and priorities.

once or twice to enter the To Do mode.

or > to search for the target To Do listing.

Date search

TO DO/EXPENSE

1. Press

2. Select the month, day or year field, and enter the desired date.

3. Press

date.

DONE Completed Items

TO DO/EXPENSE

1. Press

2. Press

3. Press

e m m

4. Press

once or twice to enter the To Do mode.

SEARCHDATE?

–10–

to search for the target To Do listing of the specific

once or twice to enter the To Do mode.

or > to select the To Do items.

to enter the status field.

or > to select "DONE", then press

See also

Entering Characters ................................................... 5

Editing Listings ......................................................... 20

Deleting Listings ....................................................... 20

TOD

2004

Memo Mode

You can store memos using the Memo mode. Up to 96 alphanumeric characters can be entered per one listing.

Entry

Enter your passport number: 12AB34567

1. Press

MEMO/ANN

to enter the Memo mode.

once or twice

MEM

2. Press

and enter as follows.

Passport No. 12AB34567

MEM

PaAsspo5rt

No . 12 B34 67A

3. Press

to store the memo listing.

Sequential Search

1. Press

2. Press < or > to search for the listing.

Direct Search

1. Press

2. Enter the first letter(s) of the desired memo (ex. “pass”).

3. Press

See also

Entering Characters ................................................... 5

Editing Listings ......................................................... 20

Deleting Listings ....................................................... 20

MEMO/ANN

The Memo mode search display will appear.

MEMO/ANN

The search display will appear.

Up to 10 letters can be entered.

target listing.

once or twice to enter the Memo mode.

to search for the

Pas po r t

2AB34

567

No .

Expense Mode

The Expense record function is an easy-to-use method of tracking personal and business expense information. The Expense Report allows you to see the total expenses for a single day or for a certain period.

1 Expense: Item-by-item expense entry and view mode 2 Report: Display the total expenses for a single day or

a certain period

3 Category: Assign a new category name (up to 7

characters for each)

Entry

The date is August 18, 2004. You bought flight tickets for a business trip costing $1200.

1. Press

2. Press

3. Press

TO DO/EXPENSE

twice to enter the Expense mode.

or m to select "EX-

PENSE", then press

The Expense search display will appear.

The Expense record entry display will appear. The current date will be displayed.

once or

E PENS

EPENS

X REP CAT

R GORYE

08–18–2004

ea l s

ATEGORY

AMO

UNT

The first number depends on your Date Format selection. These examples are in the MM-DD-YYYY format.

4. Enter the date, if necessary.

5. Press

6. Select the expense category using

There are 8 preset categories to select.

Meals

➠

Hotel ➠ Car ➠ Phone ➠ Fares

(Enter’t ) Entertainment ➠ Tips ➠ (Misc) Miscellaneous ➠...

7. Press

, and enter 1200.

Up to 12 digits can be entered.

8. Press m.

9. Select the payment using or >.

There are 4 preset payment systems to select.

Cash

➠

Check ➠ Card ➠ Others ➠...

or >.

➠

MOUNT

PAYMEN

Fare12s

CHEC

10.

Press m, and select “YES” or

“NO” using “RECEIPT” field.

11.

Press m, and enter “Flight ticket”

in the “MEMO” field.

12.

Press

or > in the

to store the data.

Recall

Sequential Search

1. Press

2. Press

3. Press

Date Search

1. Press

2. Press

3. Enter the date you wish to search.

4. Press

TO DO/EXPENSE

or m to select "EXPENSE", then press

The Expense search display will appear.

record.

TO DO/EXPENSE

or m to select "EXPENSE", then press

The Expense search display will appear.

Scroll the page using

once or twice to enter the Expense mode.

to view the next record, > to view the previous

once or twice.

or m.

UNT

ENT

AMO

PAY

RECEIPT

1200 .

HECK

YES

Summary Report

1. Press

2. Press

3. Enter the first date from you wish

4. Press

5. Enter the last date at you wish to summarize the expense. (August

6. Press

TO DO/EXPENSE

twice to enter the Expense mode.

or m to select "RE-

PORT", then press

to summarize the expense. (July 10, 2004)

to move the cursor to the last date.

10, 2004)

Total amount report during the period will be displayed.

Scroll the page using

once or

or m.

E PENS

EPENS

REP CAT

EXPENSE

––

REPORT

TOTAL

ea l s

R GORYE

–18– –18–

––

2004 2004

443 ..5

53 5

Edit the Category

You can change the category name for your convenience.

1. Press

2. Press

TO DO/EXPENSE

or m to select

"CATEGORY", then press

The edit category display will appear.

once or twice to enter the Expense mode.

ED I T CATEGO

M Hotel Ca r

ea l s

Phone

or m.

or b.

3. Select the category you wish to change using

4. Press

5. Delete the preset category name using

6. Enter the new category name. (e.g. Books) Up to 7 characters can be entered for the category name.

7. Press

8. Press

All the revisions are stored.

Note:

• Entries previously stored under the former category will appear

under the new category after the revisions are made.

. Repeat the steps 3 to 7, if necessary.

See also

Entering Characters ................................................... 5

Editing Listings ......................................................... 20

Deleting Listings ....................................................... 20

Editing Listings

1. Edit

1. Recall a listing in the desired mode.

2. Press

The display will change to the edit mode.

3. Edit the data.

j l k m d b i: changes between the INSERT mode and the OVERWRITE mode

4. Press

: move the cursor to left, right, up or down, respectively

: can be used to delete characters

to store.

Deleting Listings

Delete

1. Recall a listing in the desired mode.

2. Press

The confirmation display will appear.

• To cancel deleting, press

3. Press

to delete the listing.

Word Translator Mode

This device offers an English-Spanish bi-directional word translation function.

1. Press

2. Enter the desired source word

• When the small symbol “

• If there is no matching word, “NOT FOUND!” is displayed. The word

• Press

E S

to enter the English

→

Spanish translation mode.

E S

Press Spanish

and press

The matching English or Spanish word will then be displayed.

To view the remaining letters of long words that cannot be accommodated on the screen, use

next in alphabetical order will then be displayed.

word using the keyboard, and press

twice to enter

→

English mode.

” or “ ” is turned on, more letters exist.

or > to scroll through the word list, or enter a new

English field

ENGSPA

E:1

Spanish field

or l to scroll.

for another search.

Notes:

• Indications are set as follows:

• Sometimes, two identical words may appear in the word list.

• Enter European characters and spaces correctly. Otherwise, the unit

• In the Spanish field, you can enter the following letters. Press

• Activate “CAPS” ON to enter capitalized letters.

(Am): American English (Br): British English (adj): Adjective (adv): Adverb (n): Noun (pron): Pronoun (v): Verb (f.): Feminine form (m.): Masculine form

may not be able to complete the search.

respective letter key repeatedly after pressing

Key Letters Key Letters

A á à â ä N ñ C ç O ó ò ô ö E é è ê ë U ú ù û ü

I í ì î ï Y ´y ÿ

Calculator Mode

The Organizer’s built-in calculator can perform arithmetic calculations in up to 12 digits.

Calculator mode is selected by pressing

the

CALC

ULATOR

appropriate number of times.

Each time you press the key, the display switches as follows:

➠

Calculation mode

Currency Conversion mode

➠

Metric Conversion mode ➠...

Before performing any calculations, press

twice to clear the

display.

• An error occurs if the integer section of the calculation result

exceeds 12 digits, if the memory exceeds 12 digits, or a number is divided by zero. (“E” is displayed.)

Press

to clear the error message.

Example Operation Display

(–24+2) ÷ 4=

34 + 57 = 34 + 57 45 + 57 = 45

68 x 25 = 68 * 25 68 x 40 = 40

10% of 200 200 * 10 Percentage 9 of 369 / 10% mark-up 200 + 10 20% discount 200 - 20

√

25 – 9 25 - 9 =

1/8 8 /

25 x 5 = –) 84 ÷ 3 = 84 / 3 +) 68 +17 68 + 17 (Total) =

123456789098 x 145 = 123456789098 * 145 17901234419210 E17.9012344192

Mixed calculation

24 + 2 / 4

Constant/repeat calculation The second figure is a constant value (+ addition, - subtraction, / division)

The first figure is a constant value (* multiplication)

Percentage

Root

A 4 * =

Unit division

Memory function

25 * 5

(17.9012344192 x 1012 = 17901234419200)

I I

–5.5

91.

102.

1700.

2720.

20.

25.

220.

160.

64.

0.125

M 125. M 28. M 85. M 182.

Conversion Mode

Each time you press

Calculation mode Metric Conversion mode ➠...

Conversion Table

Unit 1 Unit 2

Fahrenheit (°F)

ounce (oz)

pound (lb) US gallon (gal) UK gallon (gal)

Note:

• The conversion result may have a slight calculation error as a result of rounding off the number. Use the result for reference only.

➠

Currency Conversion mode

Conversion Pattern

5 currency conversions are available.

Metric Conversion Patterns

inch yard mile

feet

, the display switches as follows:

➠

⇔ ⇔ ⇔ ⇔ ⇔ ⇔ ⇔ ⇔ ⇔

centimeter (cm)

meter (m)

kilometer (km)

Celsius (°C)

meter (m)

gram (g)

kilogram (kg)

liter (l US) liter (l UK)

Currency Conversion Mode

Currency conversion has 5 stages of programmable conversion. Each stage is capable of 12-digit calculation.

Setting a new currency conversion rate

<Example> Set the following rate: £1 = $1.45

1. Press ate number of times to select the Currency Conversion mode.

2. Press the appropriate currency conversion stage.

3. Press

The setting mode will appear. The preset currency names can be renamed here.

4. Rename the left currency if necessary, then press

Note:

• Up to 4 characters can be entered for the name of the currency

unit.

5. Rename the right currency if necessary, then press m.

or > to select

the appropri-

AD U=SD

RATE

URRENCY

6. Enter the rate; 1.45. Up to 12 numeric characters can be entered for the rate. If you need to clear the rate

number, press

7. Press

Currency conversion

Be sure to set the rate before starting a conversion.

➠

<e.g. £

1. Press

2. Press < or > to select the appropriate currency conversion

3. Enter the amount. (e.g. £50)

4. Press

<e.g. $

5. Enter the amount. (e.g. $120)

6. Press

Currency Conversion mode.

stage.

(£50=approx. $72.5)

➠

£>

($120=approx. £82.76)

or l to change the

Use conversion direction.

Press c to clear the calculation result.

to store the setting.

the appropriate number of times to select the

URRENCY

BP USD

RATE

URRENCY

BP USD

.45

50 .

27.5

URRENCY

BP USD

2.8 758620

201.

8696

Metric Conversion Mode

Convert metric unit

1. Press

2. Press < or > to select

3. Enter the amount, “68”.

4. Press

Metric conversion is capable of 12-digit calculation.

Calculate 68°F to °C

Metric Conversion mode.

the appropriate conversion stage.

(68°F=approx. 20°C)

Press tion result.

the appropriate number of times to select the

ETRI

RATE

(

F–32

ETRI

to clear the calcula-

)

5x/9

68 .

20 .

Secret Function

The Secret function allows you to protect listings with a password, so that no unauthorized person can reach them.

You can use up to a 6 characters as its password.

Registering a Password

As a safeguard, make a written record of the password. Also, be aware that the password is case-sensitive.

1. Press

f S

Clock mode.

The password entry display will appear.

2. Enter the characters you wish to use.

3. Press

4. When the display "RECONFIRM!" appears, reenter the password,

then press

Accessing listings

If the Secret function is on, when you press v ,

TO DO/EXPENSE

entry display will appear.

1. Enter the password, then press

Be aware that the password is case-sensitive.

The screen of the target mode will be displayed.

in the Home

SECRET

PASSWO

. The Secret function will be turned on.

MEMO/ANN

or you enter the Schedule mode etc., the password

Changing the Password

1. In the Home Clock mode, press

The password entry display will appear.

2. Enter the current password.

3. Press function setting display will appear.

4. Select “EDIT PASSWORD” by using

5. Enter a new password.

6. Press

7. When the screen "RECONFIRM!" appears, reenter the password, then press

Turning the Secret Function Off

1. In the Home Clock mode, press

The password entry display will appear.

2. Enter the current password, then press

3. Select "

"UNLOCK DATA?" will be displayed.

4. Press function off.

f S

. The Secret

or m, then press

f S

UNLOCK DATA

" by using k or m, then press

to delete the password and to turn the Secret

UNL

SECRET

PASSWO K DATA

RDED I T

Game Mode

GAME

Press “ALPHA ATTACK”.

Each time you press JACK” and “ALPHA ATTACK”.

once or twice to play the game “BLACKJACK” or

GAME

, the display switches between “BLACK-

4. Press

BLACKJACK (Twenty-one)

Make your “hand” (the total of the numbers on the cards) close to 21, without going over 21.

1. Press

2. Press

3. Agree the left-displayed flashing maximum bet (up to 10) or enter

GAME

once or twice to display the following Game mode screen.

to start a game. The left 2 cards are dealt for you. (One is faced up and the other is faced down.)

the fewer bet.

BLACKJ

ACK

Your chips

5. Press

6. Press

to see your hand.

Each time you press new card is dealt.

•“J”, “Q”, and “K” are counted as 10.

•“A” can be counted as 1 or 11.

• When first 2 cards are “A” and

a face card (“J”, “Q”, or “K”), your hand is “BLACKJACK”.

to stop being dealt and hold your hand. The dealer’s hand and the results are displayed.

• When you win, your total

flashes and your bet is doubled.

• When you win with “BLACK-

JACK”, your bet is tripled.

and display the Game mode screen.

• When you have no more chips to bet, the game is over.

• To quit the game, press any mode key. Your chips are stored for

the next time.

• To set your chips back to 30, press

the Game mode screen.

, a

J28 04

J28 32K4 20 19

and press

The dealer’s handYour hand

BLACKJACK

10 20

The dealer’s totalYour total

BLACKJACK

20 20

Your chipsYour bet

ALPHA ATTACK

Type in characters (A to Z, 0 to 9) displayed on the bottom line to clear them. The game is divided into 20 levels in speed.

GAME

1. Press display the following Game mode screen.

2. Enter the level number (2 digits from 01 to 20).

• 01: slow, 20: fast

3. Press

once or twice to

to start a game.

ALPHAATTA

LEVEL:01

ALPHAATTA

C<K

LEVEL:03

EYK

4. Press the same key as the first character at the left end of the bottom line. (In this case, press keys in the order: E K → W.)

• Pressing the correct keys in the correct order deletes the

characters.

• When 12 characters are displayed in each level, the game

continues in the faster level (up to 20).

• When no more characters can be displayed, the game is over.

The Game mode screen with the level when the game is over is displayed.

• To quit the game, press

or any mode key.

→

Y → 3

→

Managing the Organizer's Memory

Using the Included PC Software

Use the memory management function to utilize the Organizer's memory more efficiently.

Note:

• Before performing memory management, back up your data.

Synchronization Software:

• While the memory management is in progress, do not press the RESET switch. Doing so may result in losing all the data stored in the Organizer.

1. Tap and press

, select "MANAGE MEMORY" by using k or m,

2. A dialog "MANAGE MEMORY YES/NO" appears.

Select "Yes" using select "No" using

or m, then press

to continue, or

to go back to the list

Desktop Utilities:

Minimum System Requirements:

of Menu items.

3. When "Yes" is selected, a message "PLEASE WAIT..." appears to indicate that the memory management is in progress.

When done, the display will return to indicate the clock mode.

Note:

• By performing memory management, the amount of reusable memory (indicated in "MEMORY CHECK" under [MENU]) will be utilized.

Additional System Requirements:

The CD-ROM contains software to enable exchange of data with a PC.

The software consists of:

Can be used to synchronize Microsoft

Outlook® data, such as

Contacts, Calendar, Task, and Memo, with the Organizer.

Can be used to backup/restore data in the Organizer, and export/ import data to different file formats.

• IBM PC or 100% compatible

• Microsoft

• Pentium

• 50MB free hard disk space

• 64MB RAM for Microsoft

• 128MB RAM for Microsoft

300MHz or higher

Windows® 98/98SE/2000 Professional/Me/XP

Windows® 98/98SE/2000 Professional/

Windows® XP

• One available 9-pin serial port

• CD-ROM drive

• Mouse or compatible pointing device

• Microsoft

Outlook® 97/98/2000/2002 must be installed to utilize

the Synchronization Software between the Organizer and your PC.

Connecting the Organizer to Your PC

1. Turn off your PC and the Organizer.

2. Connect the standard 9-pin connector of the PC-Link cable to the

PC’s serial port.

• Using a 25-pin connector will require an additional adapter. (Commercially available)

3. Connect the other end of the PC-Link cable to the Organizer’s

option port.

4. Turn on the PC and the Organizer.

Serial Port Setup

The serial port setting dialog box appears after you have finished software installation.

Click “Auto Detect...” to allow the Synchronization to automatically detect the appropriate serial port. Make sure that the unit is physically connected with the PC first, then click this button.

If the desired serial port is not found, manually select the serial port from the drop-down list.

Synchronization Software

Connecting to the Option port of an Organizer.

Installing

1. Insert the PC software CD-ROM into your CD-ROM drive. Installa-

tion process should automatically start. If the PC software screen does not appear, double-click “My

Computer” to locate the CD-ROM drive directory, then double-click to launch “install.exe” found on the CD-ROM.

2. Click the "Install" button.

3. Follow the installation instructions that appear on the screen.

Note:

• For Windows2000

Professional and Windows® XP, install/uninstall

programs after logging on as an Administrator.

• When the installation is complete, click the "Finish" button to finish

the installation process.

After the Serial Port Setup is complete, the Settings window will appear.

To bring up the Settings window manually, right-click on the Synchronization icon on the Windows "Settings..." in the menu.

General tab

This tab allows you to select the application that you want to synchronize with the PC.

• Click on the checkbox for each application to enable synchroni-

• Use the "Option..." button, or double-click the desired settings

• Click the "Default" button to reset the Options settings.

system tray, then select

zation.

row to configure the communication method.

Synchronization action:

: Merges the data between the PC and the unit.

: PC overwrites the data of the unit.

: The unit overwrites the PC data.

The Conflict Resolution Tab

The Synchronization software’s Conflict Resolution tab allows you to select the way data conflicts are resolved when data modifications are made and the “Synchronize” option is selected on the General tab.

• Add all conflicting items: Each modification on both the unit and the PC is reflected and saved respectively after synchronization.

• Unit overwrites PC data: The PC data will be overwritten. The modifications made on the unit are reflected on the PC after synchronization.

• PC overwrites unit data: The unit data will be overwritten. The modifications made on the PC are reflected on the unit after synchronization.

The PIM Tab

The PIM tab allows you to configure the download settings of the PIM data.

• Use Outlook HOME ‘Address’ and ‘Fax number’: Downloads or synchronizes only data of HOME addresses and FAX numbers.

• Use Outlook WORK ‘Address’ and ‘Fax’ number: Downloads or synchronizes only data of WORK addresses and FAX numbers.

• Today forward: Downloads or synchronizes only data of today and forward.

• All: Downloads or synchronizes all schedule data.

Desktop Utilities

Launch "Desktop Utilities" from the Start menu, or right-click on the Synchronization icon on the Windows system tray, then select "Desktop Utilities..." in the menu. Utilize the Desktop Utilities via the following graphic interface:

Backup/Restore

The Backup/Restore menu of the Desktop Utilities allows you to make a backup file of the unit data, or to restore it back to the internal memory of the unit. Be noted that the setup parameters won't be backed up.

• Backup: Select “Backup...” from button, then enter the desired

• Restore: Select “Restore...” from button, then select the desired

Export/Import

The Export/Import menu of the Desktop Utilities allows you to import data created by each application to the unit, or export data created on the PC to the unit by application data.

• Export: Select the desired application name, then click “Export...”,

• Import: Select the desired application name, then click “Import...”,

name of the file to be backed up.

name of the file to be restored.

then enter the desired filename to which you wish to export data.

then enter the desired filename from which you wish to import data.

Battery Replacement

Operating Battery Replacement

Batteries used

Type Model Quantity Use

Lithium battery CR2032 1 Unit operation Lithium battery CR2032 1 Backlighting

• Be sure to write down any important information stored in the memory before replacing the batteries.

Precautions

Since improper use of the batteries may cause leakage or explosion, strictly observe the following instructions:

• If fluid from a leaking battery accidentally gets into your eyes, it may result in serious injury. Should this occur, flush your eyes with clean water and consult a physician immediately.

• Should fluid from a leaking battery come into contact with your skin or clothes, immediately wash with clean water.

• If the Organizer will not be used for an extended period of time, to avoid damaging the Organizer remove batteries and store in a safe place.

• Do not leave exhausted batteries inside the Organizer.

• Do not use different types of batteries or partially used batteries.

• Insert the battery with its positive side (+) correctly orientated.

• Never throw batteries into a fire because they might explode.

• Keep batteries out of reach of children.

• When batteries become near exhaustion, remove them from the

Organizer immediately to avoid battery leakage and corrosion inside the Organizer.

Because the batteries in the Organizer were installed at the factory, they may become exhausted before the specified expiration time is reached.

Battery replacement time

When “

” is displayed, immediately replace the operating

battery with a new one. Follow the steps on page 29.

The operating battery holder is indicated as "OPERATION" under the battery holder cover.

If the battery level is low, the alarm may not sound, or similarly the Backlight may not function or remain on for less than the set interval. Continued use of the Organizer with low battery can alter or clear the memory contents. Memory contents may be lost if the battery is improperly replaced or if the following instructions are disregarded.

Caution:

• PC-LINK may not be available when the battery level is low.

• Expense Report (Summary Report) may not be available when the

battery level is low.

• Under the low battery condition, new data entry and editing of existing data may not be performed in some modes. Also Clock and other settings may not be made.

Backlight Battery Replacement

When the Backlight cannot be turned on (except when “ displayed or the Organizer is in the PC Link mode), replace the backlight battery. Follow the steps on page 29.

The backlight battery holder is indicated as "BACKLIGHT" under the battery holder cover.

” is

Replacing the batteries

• Make sure the power is turned off before replacing the batteries.

• Do not press completed.

1. Press

2. Loosen the screw (turn counterclockwise) and remove the battery holder cover on the back of the unit.

3. Remove one used battery using a ball-point pen or similar object.

• Do not use a mechanical pencil or sharp

4. Install one new battery with the positive side (+) facing up.

5. Repeat step 3 and 4 for replacing both batteries, if necessary.

6. Replace the holder cover and secure with the screw.

7. The power will be turned on 2 to 3 seconds after

8. Set the clock to the correct time.

Caution:

• Clock settings and/or other settings and listings may be lost when

batteries are removed for a long time. Replace the batteries as quickly as possible.

• Make sure to confirm all settings are set correctly after replacing the

batteries.

to turn the power off.

pointed object.

until the battery replacement procedure is

is pressed.

Specifications

Model: EL-6996 Product name: Personal Organizer Display: 14 columns x 5 lines with the Backlight Memory capacity: 256 KB Flash memory User area: Approx. 250 KB

Clock mode

Accuracy: ±60 seconds/month (at 25°C/77°F) Display: Year, month, day, day of the week, hour, minute,

Clock system: 12-hour/24-hour format (switchable), 3 types of

Telephone mode: Entry and recall of Last name, First name,

Calendar mode: From Jan.,1950 to Dec., 2150, Confirmation of

A) In case of telephone listings only: Max. 290 listings B) In case of the other listings only:

Max. 2000 listings Listings can be stored until the total of both types (A and B) reach 250 KB.

second, AM/PM, city name

date format (switchable), World clock function, daylight saving time/summer time display function, daily/hourly/schedule alarm function

Company, Home#, Office#, Fax#, Mobile#, E-mail, Address, City, State, Zip code, Country, Note

the Schedule, To Do, and Anniversary mode entries can be made by the indication marks seen on the right side of the date

Schedule mode: Entry and recall of schedule (year, month, day,

hour and minute), schedule alarm and Description

Anniversary mode: Entry and recall of month, day and description

of anniversaries

To Do mode: Entry and recall of To Do listings (Due Date,

Memo mode: Entry and recall of memo listings Expense mode: Entry and recall of Expense listings (Date,

Word translator mode:

Calculator mode:

Currency/Unit conversion mode:

Game mode: 2 games Secret function: Protects listings with a password Power consumption:

Priority and Description)

Category, Amount, Payment, Receipt and Memo) and Summary Report during a specified period to display the total amount spent in a preset category, Meals, Hotel, Car, Phone, Fares, Entertainment, Tips and Miscellaneous, that can be changed with the selection of edit Category English from/to Spanish, approx. 10000 words for each language 12 digits (with calculation status symbol) Addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, percentage, square root, memory calculation, etc.

12 digits, 14 combinations of currencies (5) and metric (9) conversions

0.05 W

Operating temperature Power supply:

Operating battery: 3.0V ... Backlight battery: 3.0V ... Auto Power Off Function:

Battery life: Operating battery (at 25°C/77°F)

Backlight battery (at 25°C/77°F)

Weight: Approx. 111 g (0.245 lb.) (Including batteries) Dimensions:

Open: 143.0 mm (W) x 169.5 mm (D) x 9.5 mm (H)

Closed: 143.0 mm (W) x 88.0 mm (D) x 13.25 mm (H)

Accessories: 2 lithium batteries (installed), operation manual

0°C ~ 40°C (32°F ~ 104°F)

–

(DC) (Lithium battery CR2032 x 1)

–

(DC) (Lithium battery CR2032 x 1)

Approx. 7 minutes

• Approx. 1200 hours When data is continuously displayed.

• Approx. 800 hours When data is searched for 5 minutes and displayed for 55 minutes per hourly use.

• Approx. 1 year When turned off and the clock is running.

• Approx. 4000 times When the Backlight is turned on for 10 seconds and turned off for 50 seconds per minute.

5-5/8" (W) x 6-11/16" (D) x 3/8" (H)

5-5/8" (W) x 3-15/32" (D) x 17/32" (H)

Appendix

Names and zone numbers of the cities in the clock

Zone No. City

0 TONGA 1 AUCKLAND

WELLINGTON 2 NOUMEA 3 GUAM

SYDNEY

3. 3 ADELAIDE 4 TOKYO 5 SINGAPORE

HONG KONG BEIJING

6 BANGKOK

6. 3 YANGON 7 DHAKA

7. 3 DELHI 8 KARACHI

8. 3 KABUL 9 DUBAI

9. 3 TEHRAN

10 RIYADH

MOSCOW

Zone No. City

11 CAIRO

HELSINKI

12 BARCELONA

AMSTERDAM ROME BERLIN PARIS

13 LISBON

LONDON 14 AZORES ISLANDS 15 ––––––

MID ATLANTIC 16 RIO DE JANEIRO 17 CARACAS 18 TORONTO

NEW YORK 19 CHICAGO 20 DENVER 21 LOS ANGELES 22 ANCHORAGE 23 HONOLULU 24 MIDWAY ISLANDS

MEMO

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