HP-15C CE woes: 1 bug, 2 limitations, 3 questions

[J-F Garnier]

(08-09-2023 10:42 AM)ThomasF Wrote:  Another bug/limitation/difference between 16CE and the original 16C is the momentarily showing of other base modes.

If eg in DEC-mode, you can press 'f' then HEX to temporarily see the value in Hex-mode.
On the original the value is shown as long as the key is pressed, but the 16CE only shows the value for some seconds, independent on how long you press the key.

(08-09-2023 08:11 PM)ThomasF Wrote:  f MEM and f STATUS works as the mode, ie in the original 16C shows status as long as the key is pressed, but on the CE only for some seconds.

Also note this annoying effect:
If a key is pressed during the SHOW BASE, MEM or STATUS display, then the 16c emulator locks at the end of the temporary display (non-operating keyboard), apparently in a high power state.
If you don't notice it quickly, it can deplete the batteries in a short time.
Only solution: press the RESET button in the battery compartment.

J-F