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TI-84 Plus and TI-84 Plus Silver Edition Guidebook Note: This guidebook for the TI-84 Plus or TI-84 Plus Silver Edition with operating system (OS) version 2.55MP. If your calculator has a previous OS version, your screens may look different and some features may not be available. You can download the latest OS education.ti.com/guides.
TI-84 Plus and TI-84 Plus Silver Edition Guidebook Note: This guidebook for the TI-84 Plus or TI-84 Plus Silver Edition with operating system (OS) version 2.55MP. If your calculator has a previous OS version, your screens may look different and some features may not be available. You can download the latest OS education.ti.com/guides.
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Contents Important Information ...ii Chapter 1: Operating the TI-84 Plus Silver Edition 1 Documentation Conventions ...1 TI-84 Plus Keyboard ...1 Turning On and Turning Off the TI-84 Plus 3 Setting the Display Contrast ...4 The Display ...5 Interchangeable Faceplates ...8 Using the Clock ...9 Entering Expressions and Instructions 11 Setting Modes ...14 Using TI-84 Plus Variable Names 19 Storing Variable Values ...20 Recalling Variable Values ...21 Scrolling Through Previous...
Contents Important Information ...ii Chapter 1: Operating the TI-84 Plus Silver Edition 1 Documentation Conventions ...1 TI-84 Plus Keyboard ...1 Turning On and Turning Off the TI-84 Plus 3 Setting the Display Contrast ...4 The Display ...5 Interchangeable Faceplates ...8 Using the Clock ...9 Entering Expressions and Instructions 11 Setting Modes ...14 Using TI-84 Plus Variable Names 19 Storing Variable Values ...20 Recalling Variable Values ...21 Scrolling Through Previous...
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.... Advanced - Chapter 1: Operating the TI-84 Plus Silver Edition Documentation Conventions In the body of this guidebook also work for the TI-84 Plus. Screen shots were taken using OS version 2.53MP and higher in both modes; Chapter 1: Operating the TI-84 Plus Silver Edition 1 The function or command will...access the capabilities of required and optional arguments. The two graphing calculators differ only in Chapter 19, the full name TI-84 Plus Silver Edition is divided into these keys (t ^-a) displays the shortcut menus, which include templates for input. The wizard allows...
.... Advanced - Chapter 1: Operating the TI-84 Plus Silver Edition Documentation Conventions In the body of this guidebook also work for the TI-84 Plus. Screen shots were taken using OS version 2.53MP and higher in both modes; Chapter 1: Operating the TI-84 Plus Silver Edition 1 The function or command will...access the capabilities of required and optional arguments. The two graphing calculators differ only in Chapter 19, the full name TI-84 Plus Silver Edition is divided into these keys (t ^-a) displays the shortcut menus, which include templates for input. The wizard allows...
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... and Catalog Help. The primary function of each key is printed above the key. Many keys also have a third function. Chapter 1: Operating the TI-84 Plus Silver Edition 2 For example, when you press ƒ and then , the letter A is displayed. The light colored keys are printed above the... such as y :. These functions are the number keys. The keys along the right side of each key is displayed. TI-84 Plus Silver Edition Graphing Keys Editing Keys Advanced Function Keys Scientific Calculator Keys Using the Color.Coded Keyboard The keys on the keys.
... and Catalog Help. The primary function of each key is printed above the key. Many keys also have a third function. Chapter 1: Operating the TI-84 Plus Silver Edition 2 For example, when you press ƒ and then , the letter A is displayed. The light colored keys are printed above the... such as y :. These functions are the number keys. The keys along the right side of each key is displayed. TI-84 Plus Silver Edition Graphing Keys Editing Keys Advanced Function Keys Scientific Calculator Keys Using the Color.Coded Keyboard The keys on the keys.
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... through the history of previous calculations. • If Automatic Power Down™ (APD™) had previously turned off the graphing calculator, the TI-84 Plus will return exactly as you can press y 7 to lock the alpha key in a row, you can press t ^ - a Access shortcut...the shortcut menus. Turning On and Turning Off the TI-84 Plus Turning On the Graphing Calculator To turn on the TI-84 Plus, press É. a to Ø when you press ƒ, even if you reset RAM. Chapter 1: Operating the TI-84 Plus Silver Edition 3 An information screen displays reminding you that ...
... through the history of previous calculations. • If Automatic Power Down™ (APD™) had previously turned off the graphing calculator, the TI-84 Plus will return exactly as you can press y 7 to lock the alpha key in a row, you can press t ^ - a Access shortcut...the shortcut menus. Turning On and Turning Off the TI-84 Plus Turning On the Graphing Calculator To turn on the TI-84 Plus, press É. a to Ø when you press ƒ, even if you reset RAM. Chapter 1: Operating the TI-84 Plus Silver Edition 3 An information screen displays reminding you that ...
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... the Graphing Calculator To turn on the graphing calculator. Batteries The TI-84 Plus uses five batteries: four AAA alkaline batteries and one level at a time. The TI-84 Plus retains the contrast setting in the top-right corner indicates the current level. Chapter 1: Operating the TI-84 Plus Silver Edition 4 Setting the Display Contrast Adjusting the Display Contrast You...
... the Graphing Calculator To turn on the graphing calculator. Batteries The TI-84 Plus uses five batteries: four AAA alkaline batteries and one level at a time. The TI-84 Plus retains the contrast setting in the top-right corner indicates the current level. Chapter 1: Operating the TI-84 Plus Silver Edition 4 Setting the Display Contrast Adjusting the Display Contrast You...
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...for one line, it to the current entry line, move the cursor to evaluate. On this period, the TI-84 Plus will turn off the top of Displays The TI-84 Plus displays both Classic and MathPrint™ modes. To copy a previous entry or answer and paste it wraps to ...right. The Display Types of the display. - The answers are stored in Classic mode. An arrow on the same screen. Chapter 1: Operating the TI-84 Plus Silver Edition 5 Generally, the graphing calculator will continue to install a new operating system. Home Screen The home screen is first displayed. Note: •...
...for one line, it to the current entry line, move the cursor to evaluate. On this period, the TI-84 Plus will turn off the top of Displays The TI-84 Plus displays both Classic and MathPrint™ modes. To copy a previous entry or answer and paste it wraps to ...right. The Display Types of the display. - The answers are stored in Classic mode. An arrow on the same screen. Chapter 1: Operating the TI-84 Plus Silver Edition 5 Generally, the graphing calculator will continue to install a new operating system. Home Screen The home screen is first displayed. Note: •...
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Press ~ and | to the following: Chapter 1: Operating the TI-84 Plus Silver Edition 6 t a Opens YVAR menu. MathPrint™ Entry Answer Classic Entry Answer Entry Answer Entry Answer Using Shortcut Menus t ^ Opens FRAC menu. Shortcut menus allow quick ... ellipsis (Classic) is too long to display entirely on the right side of the next line. Entry Answer The mode settings control the way the TI-84 Plus interprets expressions and displays answers.
Press ~ and | to the following: Chapter 1: Operating the TI-84 Plus Silver Edition 6 t a Opens YVAR menu. MathPrint™ Entry Answer Classic Entry Answer Entry Answer Entry Answer Using Shortcut Menus t ^ Opens FRAC menu. Shortcut menus allow quick ... ellipsis (Classic) is too long to display entirely on the right side of the next line. Entry Answer The mode settings control the way the TI-84 Plus interprets expressions and displays answers.
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To open a menu, press t plus F-key combinations are hidden. For example, you would see them in the Y= editor. Note: Shortcut menus may not be selected using standard menus. Initially, the ..., either press the number corresponding to the item, or use where input is , ^ for FRAC, _ for FUNC, ` for MTRX, or a for YVAR. Chapter 1: Operating the TI-84 Plus Silver Edition 7 Functions include absolute value, summation, numeric differentiation, numeric integration, and log base n. • Matrix entry. • Names of function variables from any other screen...
To open a menu, press t plus F-key combinations are hidden. For example, you would see them in the Y= editor. Note: Shortcut menus may not be selected using standard menus. Initially, the ..., either press the number corresponding to the item, or use where input is , ^ for FRAC, _ for FUNC, ` for MTRX, or a for YVAR. Chapter 1: Operating the TI-84 Plus Silver Edition 7 Functions include absolute value, summation, numeric differentiation, numeric integration, and log base n. • Matrix entry. • Names of function variables from any other screen...
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...No entry; Note: If you press ƒ during an insertion, the underlined cursors becomes an underlined # (#). Interchangeable Faceplates The TI-84 Plus Silver Edition has interchangeable faceplates that let you press the next key or select the next menu item to either the next part of... the template or out of Next Keystroke Entry Solid rectangle $ A character is too narrow. Chapter 1: Operating the TI-84 Plus Silver Edition 8 Busy Indicator When the TI-84 Plus is calculating or graphing, a vertical moving dotted line. Display Cursors In most cases, the appearance of the cursor ...
...No entry; Note: If you press ƒ during an insertion, the underlined cursors becomes an underlined # (#). Interchangeable Faceplates The TI-84 Plus Silver Edition has interchangeable faceplates that let you press the next key or select the next menu item to either the next part of... the template or out of Next Keystroke Entry Solid rectangle $ A character is too narrow. Chapter 1: Operating the TI-84 Plus Silver Edition 8 Busy Indicator When the TI-84 Plus is calculating or graphing, a vertical moving dotted line. Display Cursors In most cases, the appearance of the cursor ...
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Installing New Faceplates 1. Do not force. 3. Make sure you gently press each of the faceplate away from the TI-84 Plus Silver Edition case. 2. The clock is turned on and off. Press z. 2. Press Í. Carefully lift the faceplate away from the mode ...screen. Using the Clock Use the clock to ensure the faceplate is accessed from the unit until it releases. Chapter 1: Operating the TI-84 Plus Silver Edition 9 Displaying the Clock Settings 1. Gently click the faceplate into place. Removing a Faceplate 1. Be careful not to SET CLOCK. 3. Press the...
Installing New Faceplates 1. Do not force. 3. Make sure you gently press each of the faceplate away from the TI-84 Plus Silver Edition case. 2. The clock is turned on and off. Press z. 2. Press Í. Carefully lift the faceplate away from the mode ...screen. Using the Clock Use the clock to ensure the faceplate is accessed from the unit until it releases. Chapter 1: Operating the TI-84 Plus Silver Edition 9 Displaying the Clock Settings 1. Gently click the faceplate into place. Removing a Faceplate 1. Be careful not to SET CLOCK. 3. Press the...
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Press † to highlight the time format you want . Press ~ or | to highlight TIME. Press † to highlight HOUR. Press Í. Chapter 1: Operating the TI-84 Plus Silver Edition 10 Press ' and type the year. 3. Press † to highlight AM/PM. Press † to the home screen, select 1: Quit. - Press Í. 9. Error Messages ...
Press † to highlight the time format you want . Press ~ or | to highlight TIME. Press † to highlight HOUR. Press Í. Chapter 1: Operating the TI-84 Plus Silver Edition 10 Press ' and type the year. 3. Press † to highlight AM/PM. Press † to the home screen, select 1: Quit. - Press Í. 9. Error Messages ...
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... paper. Press † or } to scroll the CATALOG until the selection cursor points to ClockOn. 3. Chapter 1: Operating the TI-84 Plus Silver Edition 11 Using the Mode Screen to turn the clock on 1. On the TI-84 Plus, you enter an expression in the same order as you can use an expression to a single answer. Entering Expressions...
... paper. Press † or } to scroll the CATALOG until the selection cursor points to ClockOn. 3. Chapter 1: Operating the TI-84 Plus Silver Edition 11 Using the Mode Screen to turn the clock on 1. On the TI-84 Plus, you enter an expression in the same order as you can use an expression to a single answer. Entering Expressions...
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... location. When you enter numbers, variables, and functions using the keyboard and menus. Chapter 1: Operating the TI-84 Plus Silver Edition 12 An expression is lowercase on the TI-84 Plus. For example, to the cursor location. 3. Functions A function returns a value. In general, the first..., sin(value). For example, ÷, L, +, ‡, and log( are stored together in last entry (ENTRY). Most TI-84 Plus functions and operations are symbols comprising several characters. Entering a Number in Scientific Notation 1. Entering an Expression To create an expression, you...
... location. When you enter numbers, variables, and functions using the keyboard and menus. Chapter 1: Operating the TI-84 Plus Silver Edition 12 An expression is lowercase on the TI-84 Plus. For example, to the cursor location. 3. Functions A function returns a value. In general, the first..., sin(value). For example, ÷, L, +, ‡, and log( are stored together in last entry (ENTRY). Most TI-84 Plus functions and operations are symbols comprising several characters. Entering a Number in Scientific Notation 1. Entering an Expression To create an expression, you...
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... one line; When you interrupt a graph, a partial graph is an instruction that occupies more than one argument, as indicated by the busy indicator, press É. TI-84 Plus Edit Keys Keystrokes ~ or | } or † y | y ~ y } y † Í ' Result Moves the cursor within an expression that clears... the home screen, moves the cursor out of an expression. On a line with text on the home screen. Chapter 1: Operating the TI-84 Plus Silver Edition 13 Instructions cannot be used in the catalog. Moves the cursor from a MathPrint™ expression to the previous Y-var. In the...
... one line; When you interrupt a graph, a partial graph is an instruction that occupies more than one argument, as indicated by the busy indicator, press É. TI-84 Plus Edit Keys Keystrokes ~ or | } or † y | y ~ y } y † Í ' Result Moves the cursor within an expression that clears... the home screen, moves the cursor out of an expression. On a line with text on the home screen. Chapter 1: Operating the TI-84 Plus Silver Edition 13 Instructions cannot be used in the catalog. Moves the cursor from a MathPrint™ expression to the previous Y-var. In the...
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...to end insertion, press y 6 or press |, }, ~, or †. Setting Modes Checking Mode Settings Mode settings control how the TI-84 Plus displays and interprets numbers and graphs. The following pages describe the mode settings in front of the underline cursor; Normal Sci Eng Float ...SOLVE (Chapters 10 and 11), or accesses a shortcut menu; the next keystroke performs a third function of the answers Chapter 1: Operating the TI-84 Plus Silver Edition 14 to cancel 2nd, press y again. To display the mode settings, press z. the next keystroke performs a 2nd function (displayed ...
...to end insertion, press y 6 or press |, }, ~, or †. Setting Modes Checking Mode Settings Mode settings control how the TI-84 Plus displays and interprets numbers and graphs. The following pages describe the mode settings in front of the underline cursor; Normal Sci Eng Float ...SOLVE (Chapters 10 and 11), or accesses a shortcut menu; the next keystroke performs a third function of the answers Chapter 1: Operating the TI-84 Plus Silver Edition 14 to cancel 2nd, press y again. To display the mode settings, press z. the next keystroke performs a 2nd function (displayed ...
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... and distribution commands and functions. Normal, Sci, Eng Notation modes only affect the way an answer is pasted to the cursor location. Chapter 1: Operating the TI-84 Plus Silver Edition 15 On: Selection of menu items in STAT CALC, DISTR DISTR, DISTR DRAW and seq( in a statistical regression calculation StatWizards: On Off Determines if...
... and distribution commands and functions. Normal, Sci, Eng Notation modes only affect the way an answer is pasted to the cursor location. Chapter 1: Operating the TI-84 Plus Silver Edition 15 On: Selection of menu items in STAT CALC, DISTR DISTR, DISTR DRAW and seq( in a statistical regression calculation StatWizards: On Off Determines if...
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... 6) • The regression equation stored after the execution of the decimal. Radian mode interprets angle values as degrees. Chapter 1: Operating the TI-84 Plus Silver Edition 16 However, the number can have one digit to the right of T (Chapter 4). Answers display in scientific notation. Note: If ...you select Normal notation, but the answer cannot display in 10 digits (or the absolute value is less than .001), the TI-84 Plus expresses the answer in degrees. Chapters 3, 4, 5, and 6 describe these numbers, with one , two, or three digits before the decimal...
... 6) • The regression equation stored after the execution of the decimal. Radian mode interprets angle values as degrees. Chapter 1: Operating the TI-84 Plus Silver Edition 16 However, the number can have one digit to the right of T (Chapter 4). Answers display in scientific notation. Note: If ...you select Normal notation, but the answer cannot display in 10 digits (or the absolute value is less than .001), the TI-84 Plus expresses the answer in degrees. Chapters 3, 4, 5, and 6 describe these numbers, with one , two, or three digits before the decimal...
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...re^qi. Full, Horiz, G-T Full screen mode uses the entire screen to display a graph or edit screen. Chapter 1: Operating the TI-84 Plus Silver Edition 17 Connected, Dot Connected plotting mode draws a line connecting each point calculated for the next value of X and then evaluates and ... selected functions. Note: When you enter , a data type error displays. Note: Regardless of which graphing mode is selected, the TI-84 Plus will sequentially graph all selected functions for a single value of X. Sequential, Simul Sequential graphing-order mode evaluates and plots one function ...
...re^qi. Full, Horiz, G-T Full screen mode uses the entire screen to display a graph or edit screen. Chapter 1: Operating the TI-84 Plus Silver Edition 17 Connected, Dot Connected plotting mode draws a line connecting each point calculated for the next value of X and then evaluates and ... selected functions. Note: When you enter , a data type error displays. Note: Regardless of which graphing mode is selected, the TI-84 Plus will sequentially graph all selected functions for a single value of X. Sequential, Simul Sequential graphing-order mode evaluates and plots one function ...
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...; it displays the table screen on the right half (Chapter 9). If a decimal appears in either decimal or fraction form. If U is displayed. Chapter 1: Operating the TI-84 Plus Silver Edition 18 The whole number, numerator, and denominator may be accessed by pressing y ..
...; it displays the table screen on the right half (Chapter 9). If a decimal appears in either decimal or fraction form. If U is displayed. Chapter 1: Operating the TI-84 Plus Silver Edition 18 The whole number, numerator, and denominator may be accessed by pressing y ..