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Chapter 5
Load < READ > from & Record ( SAVE > to a Cassette Tape
By utilizing the cassette recorder with the PC-8201, the operation of
loading and recording can be performed in two different meth
ods. One method uses the Function Keys while in the MENU
mode, and the other method uses commands in the BASIC mode.
Loading (Read Out) from a cassette recorder to the PC-8201:
When reading programs or text files to the PC-8201, the LOAD
process is performed. Please be sure all cables have been connected
to the PC-8201 and Data Recorder correctly.
rz^r- See Chapter 4 for details on installation of the recorder.
While in the BASIC mode, you should type in the command
"CLOAD" followed by the name of the desired file and then press
the Key:
CLOAD ''DEMO''
Be sure you have a space between CLOAD and the file
name and that you include double quotation marks
around the file name.
If you do not type in a name, the first file available will
be loaded.
If in the MENU mode, press the f.1 Function Key and then type in
the file name. The file name selected would be one of the
previously saved files displayed on the screen.
See the Commands section of Chapter 5 for information
on loading from the MENU mode.
For both methods, when the PC-8201 has been connected, the tape
will start rotating as soon as the PC-8201 has been activated for
loading. While the PC-8201 is engaged in the loading process, it will
appear to have stopped operation completely. Operation of the
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