HP 15c Collector's Edition User Manual

Section 12: Calculating with Matrices 175
T 6.0000 6.0000
Z 5.0000 5.0000
Y 4.0000 4.0000
X matrix A result mat.
Keys:
⁄
LAST X:
matrix A
T 5.0000 5.0000
Z 4.0000 5.0000
Y matrix B 4.0000
X matrix A result mat.
Keys:
*
LAST X:
matrix A
Several matrix functions operate on the matrix specified in the X-register
only and store the result in the same matrix. For these operations the
contents of the stack (including the LAST X register) are not moved—
although the display changes to show the new dimensions if necessary.
For the > 7, > 8, and > 9 functions, the matrix
descriptor specified in the X-register is placed in the LAST X register and
the norm or (for > 9) the determinant is placed in the X-register.
The Y-, Z-, and T-registers aren’t changed.
When you recall descriptors or matrix elements into the X-register (with
the stack enabled), other descriptors and numbers already in the stack
move up in the stack—and the contents of the T-register are lost. (The
LAST X register is not changed.) When you store descriptors or matrix
elements, the stack (and the LAST X register) isn’t changed.
In contrast to the operation described above, the O | and l |
functions do not affect the LAST X register and operate as shown on the
next page.

HP 15c Collector's Edition Specifications

General

Model	HP 15c Collector's Edition
Category	Calculator
Type	Scientific
Power Source	Battery
Manufacturer	HP
Display	LCD
Functions	complex numbers, matrix operations

Summary

Introduction

This Handbook

Outlines the structure of the manual, detailing its parts and how to use it for learning.

The HP Community

Discusses user groups and websites for HP calculator enthusiasts and information sharing.

Part I: HP 15c Fundamentals

Section 1: Getting Started

Covers basic operations like powering on, keyboard layout, and primary/alternate functions.

Section 2: Numeric Functions

Explains essential numeric operations including logs, trig, powers, and conversions.

Section 3: The Automatic Memory Stack, LAST X, and Data Storage

Details the RPN stack, LAST X register, and data storage operations.

Part II: HP 15c Programming

Section 6: Programming Basics

Introduces core programming concepts: creating, loading, running programs, and memory.

Section 8: Program Branching and Controls

Covers controlling program flow using branching, loops, and conditional tests.

Part III: HP 15c Advanced Functions

Section 11: Calculating With Complex Numbers

Covers entering, manipulating, and performing calculations with complex numbers.

Section 12: Calculating With Matrices

Explains matrix operations, including dimensioning, element access, and calculations.

Section 13: Finding the Roots of an Equation

Details using the SOLVE function for numerical root finding and equation solving.

Section 14: Numerical Integration

Explains how to perform numerical integration using the ∫f(x)dx key and subroutines.

Appendix A: Error Conditions

Error 8: No Root

Explains the error when the SOLVE function cannot find a root.

Error 0: Improper Mathematics Operation

Lists and explains errors related to mathematical operations and illegal arguments.

Appendix D: A Detailed Look at SOLVE

How SOLVE Works

Explains the numerical technique and logic behind the SOLVE algorithm.

Finding Several Roots

Discusses methods for finding multiple roots of an equation using the SOLVE function.