Enclosed with this memo is a "Y2K Backup System" device designed to meet
short time emergency needs in case of a computer operations failure, or
operational delay. This device is the company's Primary Emergency Network
Computer Interface Liaison device (P.E.N.C.I.L.). This device has been
field tested extensively, including certification testing, as well as
volume
and stress testing. Properly maintained, the device meets all the
requirements for coding and data input. Prior to use, the (P.E.N.C.I.L.)
will require preparation and testing. Tools and supplies required will
be: A
sharpened knife or grinding device and a supply of computer paper (with
or
without holes).
Gripping the device firmly in your hand, proceed to scrape or grind the
wooded end until it has a cone-like appearance. The dark core area must
be
exposed to properly function. (Left-handed employees should read this
sentence backwards, and then go to your supervisor for assistance.)
Place a single sheet of computer paper on a smooth, hard surface. Take
the
backup device, place the sharpened point against the paper, and pull it
across the paper. If properly done, this will input a single line.
CAUTION: Excessive force may damage components of the device or damage
the
data reception device. If either the P.E.N.C.I.L. or the paper are
damaged,
go back to the preparation instructions above.
Proper use of the device will require data simulation input by the
operator.
Placing the device against the computer page forming symbols as closely
resembling the computer lettering system you normally use. At the
completion of each of the simulated letters, lift the device off the
page,
move it slightly to the right, replace it against the page, and form the
next symbol. This may appear tedious, and somewhat redundant, but, with
practice, you should be able to increase your speed and accuracy. The
P.E.N.C.I.L. is equipped with a manual deletion device. The device is
located on the reverse end of the P.E.N.C.I.L. Error deletions operate
similarly to the "backspace" key on your computer. Simply place the
device
against the erroneous data, and pull it backwards over the letters. This
should remove the error, and enable you to resume data entries.
CAUTION: Excessive force may damage the data reception device.
Insufficient
force, however, may result in less than acceptable deletion, and may
require
re-initialization of action as above. This device is designed with user
maintenance in mind. However, if technical support is required, you can
still call your local computer desk supervisor at (800)-YOU-DUMMY.