Re: A85: Absolute Newbie Questions


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Re: A85: Absolute Newbie Questions




S Parkis wrote:
> 
> I've read all the FAQ's and .DOC's and I'm still very confused. Can
> someone help me with the following (probably really dumb) questions:
> 
> **From ZSHELL.DOC:**
> 
> **1) Transfer all of the data on your calculator to a group file on
>      the computer.**
> 
> Is this the same as a complete memory backup, or is it a
> "select all" selective backup?
"select all" selective backup.
> 
> **2) Transfer the ZShell backup file to your calculator.**
> 
> What is "the ZShell backup file"?  ZSHELL.85B?
yes (85b is a TI-85 Backup) 
> **3) Transfer the group file back to your calculator.  Don't
>      overwrite any variables from the ZShell backup.**
> 
> How do I know what the ZShell backup variables are?
The string ZShell and the custom F1
> 
> **In order to turn your assembled binary code into an .85S, all you
>    have to do is run it through STRING85.COM.**
> 
> Once I have the .85S file, how do I get it on the TI-85 (assuming I
> have the cable and LINK85.EXE in place)?  Once it's on the TI-85, can
> ZShell find it or do I need to tell ZShell about its existence?
Goto file send and choose the .85S file
ZShell finds it on its own!
> 
> Regarding the parallel cable, I note it's connected to ground, [D0,
> and D1 from the PC] or [Paper End, and Select to the PC].  Does anyone
> know how the two data lines function...for instance is one a clock for
> the other?  Any transmission protocol info available?
nope, not me! :(
> 
> Thanks for any help getting me started...
> 
> Steve
your welcome


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