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HP48 Frequently Asked Questions List (FAQ)
HP48 Frequently Asked Questions List (FAQ)
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1. Introduction
• 1.1 Overview
• 1.2 This FAQ in Other Formats
• 1.3 Translations of this FAQ
2. Miscellaneous Questions
• 2.1 I'm a novice, and I have some questions. Where should I start?
• 2.2 What Usenet Newsgroups are there for the HP48?
• 2.3 What are some good sites for the HP48?
• 2.4 Are there any good WWW links for HP48 stuff?
• 2.5 Is there an HP48 IRC Channel?
• 2.6 How can I search for a specific HP48 file?
• 2.7 What are good places to buy HP48's and accessories?
• 2.8 What happened to EduCalc?
• 2.9 Are there any CD-ROMs with HP48 software?
• 2.10 Where can I find HP conference videotapes?
• 2.11 Are there any HP48 Emulators?
• 2.12 How can I make a dump of my HP48 ROM?
• 2.13 Is the HP48 Allowed on SATs, AP, or ACT Tests? (U.S.)
• 2.14 What is the HP49G?
• 2.15 How does the HP48 compare with other calculators?
• 2.16 What is the Universal Font Library (UFL)?
• 2.17 What are the best alternate editors?
• 2.18 Are there any PC fonts for the HP48?
• 2.19 Is the HP48 serial number available in memory?
• 2.20 What is the format of the HP48 serial number?
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hardware
• 6.1 My HP48 seems to making a high pitched noise.
• 6.2 Can I upgrade my S or G to more than 32K ram?
• 6.3 Can I add a lithium battery backup?
• 6.4 How can I get/build a cable for my HP48?
• 6.5 HP seems to offer two link kits with different prices.
• 6.6 Is there any communications software available?
• 6.7 Why doesn't the I/R port work farther than a few inches?
• 6.8 Can my HP48 talk to my HP100LX via Infrared?
• 6.9 Can I use my HP48 to communicate with IrDA devices?
• 6.10 Can I print to a LaserJet printer with an HP48?
• 6.11 I downloaded a program but all I get is "HPHP48-..."!
• 6.12 What is the structure of HP48 ASCII headers?
• 6.13 Why do Kermit transfers seem to get slower?
• 6.14 Why does XRECV not work sometimes? (GX)
• 6.15 Additional Tips on Transfers
• 6.16 What do the funny symbols in this document mean?
• 6.17 What are the pinouts for the HP48 serial connector?
• 6.18 Is there any information on interfacing to the HP48?
• 6.19 How can I transfer programs/data from my HP-28S to my HP48?
• 6.20 Can I use rechargeable batteries with the HP48?
• 6.21 How can I tell, from within a program, if the battery is low?
• 6.22 I lost the information on my RAM Card when I changed the battery!
• 6.23 Why do I get an "Invalid card data" error when I merge a RAM card?
• 6.24 I've heard about other manufacturer's RAM cards. Will they work?
• 6.25 How does RAM card locking work?
• 6.26 What are the advantages and disadvantages of covered ports? (GX)
• 6.27 Why does the HP48 display flicker slightly?
• 6.28 I broke the LCD screen - is there an easy way to get another?
• 6.29 How can I protect my LCD?
• 6.30 Is there a rigid (protective) case for the HP48?
• 6.31 Can I use my Amateur Radio with my HP48?
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• 8.1 I've heard the names RPL, Saturn, STAR, GL etc... What are they?
• 8.2 Is there a C compiler for the HP48?
• 8.3 Why do SysRPL programs run faster than UserRPL programs?
• 8.4 What is a good reference for learning SysRPL and ML?
• 8.5 Can I make my own libraries? Can I split others?
• 8.6 How do I know what library ID number to use for my program?
• 8.7 What information is there on the internals of the HP48?
• 8.8 Where can I get some programming development tools?
• 8.9 I know UserRPL. How do I get started in SysRPL?
• 8.10 Are there any viruses for the HP48?
• 8.11 How do I store fields of variable length effectively?
• 8.12 What is "Vectored Enter", and how do I use it?
• 8.13 What is "WSLOG"?
• 8.14 What are SYSEVALs?
• 8.15 What are some useful SYSEVALs?
• 8.16 What are LIBEVALs?
• 8.17 What are some useful LIBEVALs? (GX)
• 8.18 What is the format of a GROB object?
• 8.19 What is the AUR and what information does it contain?
• 8.20 What is the syntax for INFORM, CHOOSE, and MSGBOX? (GX)
• 8.21 How do I put checkfields in my INFORM menus?
• 8.22 What is the syntax for the INPUT command?
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14. Contributors
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