Texas Instruments BA-35 Quick Reference Guide

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    BA-35 Solar Quick Reference Guide Table of Contents General Information 2 The Display 4 Arithmetic Operations 6 Correcting Errors 7 Display Formats 8 Memory Operations 9 Math Operations 10 Percentage Calculations 12 Percentage Change Calculations 13 Margin and Markup Calculations 14
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    when the solar cell panel is no longer exposed to light. Modes The calculator can operate in three different modes. Setting the calculator to a particular mode prepares it to perform special functions. The available modes are statistics, financial, and profit margin. Indicators in the display tell
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    . When you press 0, 2nd appears in the display until you press another key. If you press 0 and then a key that does not have a second function, the key performs its normal function. If you accidentally press 0, press it again to cancel its effect. Clearing the Calculator u (All Clear/On)-Clears the
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    Indicator 2nd FIN STAT Begin Meaning The calculator will access the second function of the next key pressed (appears when you press 0). The calculator is in the financial mode. The calculator is in the statistics mode. Note: No indicator displays when the calculator is in profit margin mode. The
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    over a range of payments. (Displayed only in the financial mode.) The value in the display is the principal for a single payment. (Displayed only in the financial mode.) The value in the display is the summed interest over a range of payments. (Displayed only in the financial mode.) The value in the
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    display. To enter a negative number, first enter the number as a positive value and then press @. Arithmetic Keys p, o, n, m-Perform the arithmetic operations of addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division. l (Equals)-Completes all pending operations and displays the result of a calculation
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    the calculation. v (Backspace)-Removes the last digit or decimal point from the displayed number if you have not yet pressed an operation key (p, o, n, m, etc.). This key is useful for correcting entry errors without having to clear the display and start again. Correcting Immediate Functions You
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    ,999. If the result of a calculation is too large or too small to be displayed in the normal format, it is displayed in scientific notation. This means the of decimal places displayed in a result. § To set the number of decimal places, press 0 c and then press the appropriate digit key (6-?). § To
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    memory can store any numeric value within the range of the calculator. You can use the calculator's memory to store, sum, and recall a numeric value. You can use the memory in any mode. r (Store)-Stores the displayed numeric value in the memory, replacing any value previously stored there. When 0 is
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    in the range of the calculator. 0 k (Square Root)-Calculates the square root of the displayed number. The displayed number must be positive or power within the range of the calculator or calculates any root of any positive number within the range of the calculator. To calculate a power: 1. Enter the
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    root you want to find. 2. Press 0 H. 3. Enter the root (x). 4. Press 0 \. 5. Press l or any key that completes the operation. 0 G (Natural Logarithm)-Calculates the natural logarithm (base e = 2.718281828459) of the displayed number. The number must be positive; otherwise, an error condition occurs
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    ratios. Operation Percentage Add-On Discount Percentage Ratio Key Sequence n n E l p n E l o n E l m n E l Function Calculates n% of the principal amount. Calculates n% of the principal amount and adds the result to the principal. Calculates n% of the principal amount and subtracts the result
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    percentage change: 1. Enter the new value. 2. Press 0 4. 3. Enter the old value. 4. Press l. The percentage change is calculated by the formula: New value - Old value Old value x 100 If the result is positive, there is a percentage increase. If the result is negative, there
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    profit margin, or markup, use 2 to set the calculator to the profit-margin mode (no display indicator). R (Cost)-Enters the cost. S (Selling less than the cost. 1 (Computation Key)-Computes the unknown value for gross profit margin problems and markup problems. Recalling Values To recall a value
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    to clear the registers and use 2 to enter the profit margin mode (no display indicator). 2. Enter the two known values (CST, SEL, or MAR). 3. Press 1 and the key for the unknown value. Performing Markup Calculations To calculate cost, selling price, or markup: 1. Press 0 b to clear the registers and
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    , use 2 to set the calculator to the to the financial mode (FIN appears in the display). In compound interest calculations in which no payment is involved, the payment (PMT) is assumed to be zero. When the payment has a value other than zero, the calculator treats the problem as an annuity (a series
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    Press 0 b to clear the registers and use 2 to enter the financial mode (FIN appears in the display). 2. Enter the three known values (N, %i, PV, or FV). 3. Press 1 and the key for the unknown value. For compound interest calculations, the payment (PMT) must be zero. This value is set automatically
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    (Beginning-of-Period)-Sets the calculator to compute for annuity-due problems (beginning-of-period payments). Pressing 0 a causes Begin to appear in the display. The beginning-of-period function is in effect until you cancel it (by pressing 0 a again) or leave the financial mode. § When Begin is in
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    plus the future value of PV. With a savings account, FV represents the final amount withdrawn. With a loan, FV represents any balloon payment that must be made in addition to the last regular payment. 1 (Computation Key)-Computes the unknown value for annuity problems. § When Begin is not displayed
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    Annuity Calculations (Continued) Recalling Values To recall a value that you have entered or computed, press s and the appropriate key for the value you want to recall. For example, to recall the present value, press s K. Positive or Negative Payments In annuity problems, the present value and
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    , and use 2 to enter the financial mode (FIN appears in the display). 2. Ensure that the calculator is set correctly for the type of annuity calculation desired. § For ordinary annuities, Begin should not be displayed. § For annuities due, Begin should be displayed. Press 0 a to turn Begin on
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    Annuity Calculations (Continued) Special Functions for Monthly Compounding or Payment Periods 0 h (Monthly Interest)-Divides the number in the display by 12 and displays the result. This number can then be stored as the monthly interest rate (%i). To use the 0 h key sequence: 1. Enter the annual
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    Converting to EFF or APR To convert to EFF or APR, use 2 to set the calculator to the financial mode (FIN appears in the display.) Annual Percentage Rate (APR)-The interest rate per compounding period multiplied by the number of compounding periods per year. Annual Effective Rate (EFF)-The interest
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    interest and principal, use 2 to set the calculator to the financial mode (FIN appears in the display.) W (Balance)-Calculates the remaining loan balance (principal) after a selected payment. To find the balance: 1. If necessary, press 0 a to change the calculator to solve for end-of-period payments
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    period payments. 2. Enter the appropriate values with the C, I, K, L, and M keys. 3. Enter the payment number. 4. Press V to calculate the interest. (The int indicator is displayed with the result.) 5. Press w to display the principal. (The prn indicator is displayed with the result.) If you want to
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    Enter the appropriate values with the C, I, K, L, and M keys. 3. Enter the first payment number (P1) and press X. 4. Enter the second payment number. 5. Press V to calculate the interest. (The Gint indicator is displayed with the result.) 6. Press w to display the principal. (The Gprn indicator is
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    Statistics To enter a statistics problem, use 2 to set the calculator to the statistics mode (STAT appears in the display). 0 b (Clear Mode Registers)-Clears any previously entered data points. g (Statistics Data Entry)-Enters the displayed number as a data value in the statistical registers. Each
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    registers. If you have entered data points with x and y values, press 0 z to display the mean of the y values; then press w to display the mean of the x values. Standard Deviation The 0 y and 0 x key sequences calculate the standard deviation of the data values in the statistical registers. If you
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    the y-intercept and slope of the representative line. To display the y-intercept (b), press 0 {; to display the slope (a), press w after you display the y-intercept. 0 d (Correlation)-Calculates the correlation between the x and y values in a set of data points. 0 T, 0 Q (Predicted Value)-After
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    . Press 0 a until Begin is not displayed.* Enter mortgage amount. Calculate interest rate. Enter interest rate. Calculate number of payment periods. Enter number of payment periods. Compute monthly payment. Key Sequence - 0 b 0 c 2 2 0 a mortgage K rate 0 h I years 0 i C 1 M * If payments occur
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    0 a until Begin is not displayed.* Enter mortgage amount. Calculate interest rate. Enter interest rate. Calculate number of payment periods. Enter number of payment periods. Enter payment amount. Enter payment number and calculate balance.* Key Sequence - 0 b 0 c 2 2 0 a mortgage K rate 0 h I years
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    in mortgage § buyer's gross monthly income § percent limit (of gross monthly income) § percent taxes and Insurance (of total monthly payment) § percent down (of selling price) Procedure Clear calculator and mode registers; select two decimal places. Press 2 until FIN is displayed. Key Sequence
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    displayed.* Enter monthly interest rate. Calculate and enter number of monthly payments. Calculate and store maximum monthly payment. Calculate insurance). Compute maximum allowable loan amount. Calculate house price (including down payment). Calculate down payment. Key Sequence 0 a rate 0 h I
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    ; select two decimal places. Press 2 until no mode indicator is displayed. Add original price and profit to calculate cost before points are added on, and enter. Enter points as a margin. Compute selling price. Key Sequence - 0 b 0 c 2 2 original price p profit l R points p commission l U 1 S 34
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    number. § Use 0 H to raise zero to the power of zero. § Press a key or key sequence that cannot be performed in the current mode. Financial Error Conditions In the financial mode, errors occur when you: § Calculate a financial unknown before you have entered enough known variables or when no
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    Error Conditions (Continued) Financial Error Conditions (Continued) § Use 0 O or 0 N when the the statistical registers. § Calculate 0 x with only one data point. § Perform a statistical calculation when there are no data points. § Perform a linear regression calculation with less than two data
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    sure the display is set to the correct format- floating decimal or fixed decimal. Check the error conditions listed on pages 35-36. If you experience difficulties other than those listed above, press u to clear the calculator, and then repeat your calculation. Review the operating instructions to
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    mail address: [email protected] internet address: http://www.ti.com/calc Service and Warranty Information For information about the length and terms of the warranty or about product service, refer to the warranty statement enclosed with this product or contact your local Texas Instruments retailer
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BA-35 Solar Quick Reference Guide
Table of Contents
General Information
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2
The Display
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Arithmetic Operations
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6
Correcting Errors
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7
Display Formats
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8
Memory Operations
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Math Operations
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Percentage Calculations
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12
Percentage Change Calculations
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Margin and Markup Calculations
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Compound Interest Calculations
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Annuity Calculations
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Converting to EFF or APR
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Balance, Interest, and Principal
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Statistics
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Common Keystroke Sequences
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Error Conditions
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35
In Case of Difficulty
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TI Product Service and Warranty
Information
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