1. To check digit calculations : First, convert any non-numeric characters into numbers. 2. Each track can either contain 7-bit alphanumeric characters, or 5-bit numeric characters . 3. For check digit calculations : First, convert any non-numeric characters into numbers. 4. The new format is a 6-digit number, and no longer includes non-numeric characters . 5. Other types display only numeric characters and optionally a dollar sign. 6. For instance, line numbers were optional, and permitted non-numeric characters . 7. The fields could screen for alphabetic or numeric characters , a feature beyond Windows Forms today. 8. So, is there a tool that non-techies can use for locating a given non-alpha-numeric character ? 9. As a SIP address is text, much like an e-mail address, it may contain non-numeric characters . 10. Lastly, a numeric character can be added after the aforementioned alphabetic to provide for a sub-sub-designator.