How to Use a TI-30X Calculator

How to Use a TI-30X Calculator thumbnail
The TI-30X MultiView performs common high school math functions.

The TI-30X is available in several models that include the TI-30 MultiView line. The line features the TI-30XS MultiVIew and the TI-30XB MultiView, with the difference being that the 30XS is solar powered and the 30XB is battery powered. The most distinctive feature of this calculator is that it allows you display up to four lines at once in a single window display. Another key feature that sets the calculator apart from others is that it can properly display values in scientific notation, a helpful feature in high school math courses.

Instructions

  1. Adjust the Contrast

    • 1

      Push the button marked "2nd."

    • 2

      Push "+" one or more times to darken the calculator's display screen.

    • 3

      Push "-" one or more times to lighten the calculator's display screen.

    Navigate the Menu

    • 4

      Press "Data" twice. The data editor will appear after pressing the data button once, and the data menu will appear after you press the data button the second time.

    • 5

      Press the right arrow directional button or down arrow directional button to navigate toward a menu selection. Consequently, you may also select the corresponding number that is next to the menu item.

    • 6

      Press "Enter" to select the menu item.

    Set the Mode

    • 7

      Push "Mode."

    • 8

      Use the arrow directional buttons to navigate toward a mode option. You can change the angle mode, numeric notation mode, decimal notation mode or display mode.

    • 9

      Press "Enter" to select the mode.

    • 10

      Push "Clear" or "2nd," then "Quit" to apply your mode setting and return to the home screen.

Tips & Warnings

  • To access other menus, press one of the additional key sequences: "prb," "2nd"/"Recall," "2nd"/"Clear Var," "2nd"/"Angle," "2nd"/"Stat" or "2nd"/"Reset."

Related Searches:

References

Resources

  • Photo Credit fonctions de calculatrice scientifique image by dead_account from Fotolia.com

Comments

You May Also Like

Related Ads

Featured