WP-34S newbie user - but how to start?

[Csaba Tizedes]

I received a new WP-34S from my friend and I tried to make a short program on it and I'm totally confused. This confusing is increased when I downloaded Manual and after than the Beginner's Guide - which is less colorful but more pages to read.

I have paperform a really good HP-41C Manual and I can print a 42S Manual recommended parts if required.

What is your opinion how I can learn the programming (specially labeling and indirect addressing for SOLVE (i)) as efficiently as possible?! What is the philosophy behind programming of this machine?!

I have approx. 17 years programming experience on HP calculators, so I can learn fast - but I don't want to spend too many time on useless details. I need a really good organised manual which is goes through on the important steps - like the classic HP Manuals (eg. 15C).

Second problem: How can I decide in my unit installed or not a crystal?! I can start the Stopwatch and running without problem, but I have no information about this application is can to run without crystal or not?!

Thanks for the fast and efficient answers!
Csaba