Character information processor switchable between ordinary and demonstration states

A character information processor which is switchable between plural operational states including an ordinary state, in which ordinary operations are performed, and a demonstration state, in which demonstrating operations including demonstration display and demonstration printing, are performed, said character information processor comprising:

• quasi-ordinary-phase shifting means for shifting the demonstration display to a quasi ordinary phase responsive to receipt of an operation signal of a predetermined key during operation of the demonstration display, said quasi-ordinary-phase being a phase included in the demonstration state which additionally allows a portion, but less than all, of the ordinary operations of the ordinary state to be performed;
• and
• demonstration-display restoring means for restoring the demonstration display responsive to lapse of a predetermined time in the quasi ordinary phase.