Maintenance - Radio Shack 1850 Owner's Manual

16. Turning sound off
ff the computer "beeps" are distracting you or others during a
game you may temporarily turn off the sound by pressing
| SOUND| when it is your turn to move. Press this key again
to turn the sound back on. You must watch the indicator
lights and press pieces and keys carefully when playing
without sound.
17. Game memory
Your computer allows you to interrupt a game at any stage,
even when it is computing a move, by pressing the | MEMORY]
Key.
Play will be stopped at that point and battery power
conserved. The computer will "remember" the position and
resume play when you press | ON | . With a fresh set of
batteries the position will be retained for up to 18 months.
18. ACL Button (on the back)
If the computer locks up, because of static discharge or some
other reasons, press the | M E M O R Y ] switch once, then use a
pin or other sharp objects to press the ACL button. This
resets the computer and clears the memory.
MAINTENANCE
Your Radio Shack 1850 represents a fine example of
electronic engineering and construction. As such it should be
treated accordingly. We offer the following suggestions so you
will enjoy this product for many years to come.
If at anytime you suspect that your unit is not performing as it
should, stop by your local Radio Shack store. Our personnel
are there to assist you and arrange for service, if needed.
Keep it dry. If water should get on
it, wipe it off immediately. Water
contains minerals that can corrode
electronic circuits.
Do not store in hot areas. High
temperatures can shorten the life of
electronic devices, damage
batteries, and can even distort or
melt certain plastics.