HP 50G

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Contents
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Table of Contents
HP 50g Graphing Calculator............................................................................................................................... ii
Keyboard Map Legend ...................................................................................................................................... iii
Legal Notices.................................................................................................................................................... iv
Welcome to your HP 50g Graphing Calculator .....................................................................................................1
Manual Conventions...........................................................................................................................................2
Keyboard, Menus, and Annunciators....................................................................................................................2
Basic Math ........................................................................................................................................................4
Using RPN.........................................................................................................................................................5
Working in Algebraic Mode from RPN Mode........................................................................................................8
Using Equation Solvers .......................................................................................................................................9
Using Units......................................................................................................................................................12
Memory Management ......................................................................................................................................14
Graphing Functions ..........................................................................................................................................16
Advanced Memory Management .......................................................................................................................19
Using the Computer Algebra System (CAS) – Approximate versus Exact..................................................................21
Factoring and Solving.......................................................................................................................................22
Simplification and Integration ............................................................................................................................24
CAS Troubleshooting ........................................................................................................................................24
Troubleshooting and FAQs ................................................................................................................................25
Basic Features, Customizing the Calculator, and Setting the Internal Clock ..............................................................28
Replacing the Batteries......................................................................................................................................33
Warranty and Contact Information .....................................................................................................................33
Product Regulatory & Environment Information .....................................................................................................37