HP HP-16C User Manual

The HP-16C: A Quick Look 11
To perform arithmetic, key in the two operands—separated by
(ENTER]—and then the operator. The function is executed when its
key is pressed, and the result immediately appears. If you enter a
digit incorrectly, press to undo the mistake, then key in the
correct digit.
Integer Calculations
When you set one of the number base modes, the calculator
operates in Integer mode.
To Compute* Press Display
(in base 2) [9](CcLx](BIN] 0b
1111 -1 1111 [ENTER] 1 (-] 1110 b
1111 X 11 1111 [ENTER] 11 (%] 101101 b
You can also calculate using a value already in the display:
To Compute Press Display
101101 +10 10 (%] 10110 b
10110 AND 1111 1111 [f][AND] 110 b
(The (:] operation results in the display of a C annunciator,
signifying that the carry flag has been set. Flags are explained on
page 36. Press g](CF]4 to clear the flag and the annunciator.)
Notice that in the four examples:
® Both numbers are keyed in before you press the operator key.
° is used only to separate two numbers that are keyed in
one after the other.
e Pressing a function key—in this case [-], [x], [¢], or [AND]—
executes the function immediately and displays the results.
Floating-Point Calculations
The HP-16C can perform floating-point decimal arithmetic when it
is in Floating-Point Decimal mode. The function will
convert the calculator from Integer mode into Floating Point mode
and display the specified number of decimal places.
*The calculator should display 2-16-0000 when [f][STATUS] is pressed. If it does not,
refer to page 37.

HP HP-16C Specifications

General

Brand	HP
Model	HP-16C
Category	Desktop
Language	English