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Full Reset (Memory Initialize)
Full reset (memory initialize) deletes all data, and resets all unit parameters to their
initial defaults.
The following are conditions when you should perform a full reset.
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When you want to delete all memory data and return unit settings to their factory
defaults
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When you forget your password and need to clear it
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When a data error causes operational problems
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Appearance of the message:
“A problem with memory contents has been found...”
Performing a Full Reset
Important
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The following procedure deletes all data in memory. Be sure that data is backed up or
that you no longer need it before performing the following procedure.
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If there is a CompactFlash card in the CASSIOPEIA’s slot, remove the card before
performing the full reset.
1. Make sure that unit power is turned on.
2. While holding down the [Power] button, use the stylus to hold down the RESET
button for about two seconds.
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This causes the following message to appear on the display screen.
“Proceeding with this operation initializes memory. Press [Action] to proceed or
[Record] to cancel.”
3. Press the [Action] control.
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This causes the following message to appear on the display screen.
“Proceeding with this operation deletes all data stored in memory. Press [Action]
to proceed or [Record] to cancel.”
4. Press the [Action] control again.
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This starts the full reset operation, which deletes all data in memory.
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Pressing the [Action] control displays the Startup screen. Perform steps 5 through 6
under “Initial Setup” on page 12 to set up the unit.
You can abort the full reset operation while the messages in steps 2 and 3 are on the
display by pressing the [Record] button.
