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Texas Instruments TI-80 - User Manual

Texas Instruments TI-80
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$TITLEPG.DOC TI-80, ENG, 135x205mm Bob Fedorisko Revised: 02/15/01 10:36 AM Printed: 02/15/01 10:38
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TI-80
GRAPHING CALCULATOR
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Table of Contents

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Texas Instruments TI-80 Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandTexas Instruments
ModelTI-80
CategoryCalculator
LanguageEnglish

Summary

US FCC Information Concerning Radio Frequency Interference

Getting Started: Do This First!

TI-80 Keyboard

Describes the physical layout and zones of the TI-80 calculator keys.

Chapter 1: Operating the TI-80

Turning the TI-80 On and Off

Details how to power the calculator on, power it off, and explains APD and battery functions.

First Steps

Guides on resetting the calculator to its factory default settings for consistent results.

TI-80 Menus

Explains how to display, navigate, select items, and leave menus on the TI-80.

Entering a Calculation: Compound Interest

Demonstrates entering and evaluating a compound interest calculation step-by-step.

Continuing a Calculation

Explains how to edit previous entries and continue calculations using results.

Defining a Function: Box with Lid

Guides on defining a volume function using a box model and determining maximum volume.

Defining a Table of Values

Details how to set up and use tables to analyze function values numerically.

Zooming In on the Table

Explains how to adjust table increments for more detailed information and accurate estimates.

Changing the Viewing Window

Defines the viewing window and guides on changing its variable settings.

Displaying and Tracing the Graph

Explains how to display graphs and use TRACE to explore function behavior.

Zooming In on the Graph

Explains how to magnify graph sections using ZOOM instructions.

The Edit Keys

Describes the function of various keys for editing, cursor movement, and character input.

Setting Modes

Guides on checking, changing, and setting calculator modes.

TI-80 Modes

Explains various mode settings: notation, decimal, angle, fraction, and graphing.

Variable Names

Lists types of data and their associated names used in the calculator.

Storing and Recalling Variable Values

Guides on saving values to variables and retrieving them for use in expressions.

Last Entry

Describes how to recall and edit previous expressions or instructions entered.

Last Answer

Explains how to use the ANS variable for subsequent calculations.

TI-80 Menus

Explains how to navigate and select items from various menus.

The VARS and Y-VARS Menus

Accesses system variables and function names for use in expressions.

EOS (Equation Operating System)

Explains the hierarchy of operations used for evaluating expressions.

Error Conditions

Explains how to identify, understand, and correct common error messages.

Chapter 2: Math, Angle, and Test Operations

Getting Started: Lottery Chances

Introduces probability calculations using combinations and permutations.

Keyboard Math Operations

Details basic arithmetic, trigonometric, and inverse functions available on the keyboard.

MATH MATH Operations

Lists and explains functions available in the MATH MATH menu.

MATH NUM (Number) Operations

Lists and explains functions for rounding, integer/fractional parts, and min/max.

MATH PRB (Probability) Operations

Lists and explains functions for random numbers, permutations, combinations, and factorials.

ANGLE Operations

Explains angle notation, conversions, and coordinate system transformations.

TEST (Relational) Operations

Lists relational operators and explains their use in conditional tests.

Chapter 3: Fractions

Getting Started: Working with Fractions

Introduces manual fraction simplification using MANSIMP mode.

Setting Modes for Fraction Results

Guides on selecting simplification modes and fraction display formats.

Entering and Using Fractions in Calculations

Guides on inputting simple and mixed fractions and using them in calculations.

The FRACTION Menu

Lists options for simplifying and converting fractions.

Chapter 4: Function Graphing

Getting Started: Graphing a Circle

Guides on graphing a circle using parametric equations and adjusting the display.

Defining a Graph

Outlines the basic steps for setting up and defining a graph.

Setting Graph Modes

Explains how to set and verify graphing modes like FUNC or PARAM.

Defining Functions in the Y= List

Guides on entering and managing functions in the Y= editor.

Evaluating Y= Functions in Expressions

How to calculate function values for specified X values or lists.

Selecting Functions

How to select or deselect functions for graphing on the Y= screen or via commands.

Defining the Viewing Window

Explains window variables and guides on changing their settings.

Displaying a Graph

How the calculator plots selected functions and manages graph updates.

Exploring a Graph with the Free-Moving Cursor

How to move the cursor on the graph and view coordinates, and its accuracy.

Exploring a Graph with TRACE

How to trace along a function, move between points, and adjust the viewing window.

Exploring a Graph with ZOOM

Explains various ZOOM instructions like ZBOX, ZOOM IN, and ZOOM OUT.

Setting the Zoom Factors

Defines XFACT and YFACT for controlling zoom magnification and reduction.

Chapter 5: Parametric Graphing

Getting Started: Path of a Ball

Guides on graphing projectile motion using parametric equations and tracing the path.

Defining and Displaying a Parametric Graph

Steps for defining parametric equations and setting graph modes.

Exploring a Parametric Graph

Tools for exploring graphs: free-moving cursor, tracing, and zooming.

Chapter 6: Tables

Getting Started: Roots of a Function

Demonstrates using tables to find function roots and analyze sign changes.

Defining the Independent Variable

Explains setting table parameters like TBLMIN and @TBL.

Defining the Dependent Variable

How to enter functions in the Y= editor to define dependent variables.

Displaying the Table

How to display the table of function values and scroll through them.

Chapter 7: Draw Operations

Getting Started: Shading a Graph

Guides on shading areas between functions using DRAW menu commands.

DRAW DRAW Menu

Lists commands for drawing elements like lines, functions, and shaded areas.

Drawing Lines

How to draw lines interactively or using LINE( command.

Drawing Horizontal and Vertical Lines

How to draw horizontal/vertical lines interactively or using commands.

Drawing a Function

How to use DRAWF to draw specified functions on the current graph.

Shading Areas on a Graph

Explains SHADE_Y> and SHADE_Y< for shading areas above or below functions.

Drawing Points

How to draw points interactively or using PT-ON/OFF/CHANGE commands.

Clearing a Drawing

How to use CLRDRAW to remove drawn elements from a graph.

Chapter 8: Lists

Getting Started: Generating a Sequence

Introduces the SEQ( function for creating lists of sequences.

About Lists

Explains list variables, usage in expressions, saving, and copying.

LIST OPS Operations

Lists operations for sorting, dimensioning, and creating sequences of lists.

LIST MATH Operations

Lists mathematical operations for lists: min, max, mean, median, sum, product.

Chapter 9: Statistics

Getting Started: Building Height and City Size

Introduces linear regression by analyzing building data, including data entry and sorting.

Setting Up a Statistical Analysis

Outlines the basic steps for performing statistical analyses using lists.

The STAT List Editor

Explains how to access, display, and use the STAT list editor for data management.

Viewing, Entering, and Editing Lists

Details the contexts for viewing and editing list elements in the STAT editor.

Sorting and Clearing Lists

Explains SORTA(, SORTD( for sorting and CLRLIST for clearing list data.

Statistical Analysis

Explains how to perform statistical calculations using the STAT CALC menu.

Types of Statistical Analysis

Details various analysis types: 1-VAR STATS, 2-VAR STATS, and regression models.

Statistical Variables

Lists common statistical variables and their availability and usage.

Statistical Plotting

Explains how to create statistical plots like scatter, line, box, and histogram.

Defining the Plots

Covers selecting plot number, type, list assignments, and mark styles.

Turning Plots Off or On

How to enable or disable statistical plots using PLOTSON and PLOTSOFF.

Statistical Analysis in a Program

How to perform statistical analysis and model fitting using program commands.

Statistical Plotting in a Program

Steps to define and activate statistical plots using program commands.

Chapter 10: Programming

Getting Started: Rolling a Die

Guides on writing a program to simulate die rolls using RANDINT and lists.

About TI-80 Programs

General information on program structure, commands, execution, and memory.

Creating and Executing Programs

Step-by-step guides for creating, entering commands, and running programs.

Editing Programs

How to modify existing programs, change instructions, insert, or delete lines.

PRGM CTL (Control) Instructions

Lists program control commands for managing flow, loops, and conditions.

PRGM I;O (Input;Output) Instructions

Lists commands for handling program input and output, including display and prompts.

Calling Other Programs

How to call one program from another as a subroutine.

Chapter 11: Applications

Probability Experiments: Coins, Dice, and Spinners

Describes probability experiments using RANDINT for coin tosses, dice, and wheels.

The Unit Circle and Trigonometric Curves

Demonstrates graphing the unit circle and sine curve relationship using parametric mode.

Program: Newton’s Numerical Solve Routine

Provides a program for finding function roots numerically using Newton's method.

Program: Numerical Integration

Provides a program for estimating definite integrals using Simpson's method.

Program: Window Variables Store and Recall

Provides a program for storing and recalling current window settings.

Graphing the Inverse of a Function

Guides on graphing a function and its inverse using parametric mode.

Graphing a Piecewise Function

Defines and graphs piecewise functions using TEST functions and conditional logic.

Graphing Inequalities

How to graph inequalities using TEST functions and trace to explore true/false regions.

Graphing a Polar Equation

Graphs the Spiral of Archimedes using parametric mode and conversion formulas.

Program: Guess the Coefficients

Provides a program to guess coefficients of A*SIN(BX) functions based on plotted data.

Chapter 12: Memory Management

Checking Available Memory

Explains how to view available and used memory on the calculator.

Deleting Items from Memory

How to remove variables, lists, functions, or programs to free up memory.

Resetting the TI-80

Steps to restore the calculator to its original factory settings.

Appendix A: Tables and Reference Information

Table of TI-80 Functions and Instructions

Reference list of all TI-80 functions and instructions with usage details.

TI-80 Menu Map

Visual guide to accessing menus and functions from the calculator's keyboard.

TI-80 Variables

Lists user and system variables, detailing their restrictions and usage.

Appendix B: Service and Warranty Information

Battery Information

Details battery type, replacement guidelines, precautions, and data retention.

Accuracy Information

Explains computational and graphing accuracy, including internal digits and window variables.

In Case of Difficulty

Troubleshooting common calculator issues like display problems, errors, memory, and pauses.

Error Conditions

Lists common error messages, their causes, and suggestions for correction.

Support and Service Information

Contact information for customer support and product service.

Warranty Information

Details the one-year limited warranty terms and conditions for U.S. and Canada.

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