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...TI-86 Table of Contents The ALPHA Key 21 ALPHA-lock and alpha-lock 22 Common Cursors 22 Cursor Direction Keys 23 Inserting, Deleting, and Clearing Characters 23 Entering Expressions and Instructions 24 Entering an Expression 24 Using Functions in Expressions 25 Using an Instruction 25 Entering Functions, Instructions..., and Operators 25 Entering Consecutive Entries 26 The Busy Indicator 26 Interrupting a Calculation or Graph ...
...TI-86 Table of Contents The ALPHA Key 21 ALPHA-lock and alpha-lock 22 Common Cursors 22 Cursor Direction Keys 23 Inserting, Deleting, and Clearing Characters 23 Entering Expressions and Instructions 24 Entering an Expression 24 Using Functions in Expressions 25 Using an Instruction 25 Entering Functions, Instructions..., and Operators 25 Entering Consecutive Entries 26 The Busy Indicator 26 Interrupting a Calculation or Graph ...
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...) Menu 52 The InterpolateàExtrapolate Editor 53 The CALC (Calculus) Menu 54 The TEST (Relational) Menu 55 Using Tests in Expressions and Instructions 56 Chapter 4: Constants, Conversions, Bases, and Complex Numbers 57 Using Built-In and User-Created Constants 58 The CONS (Constants) Menu 58 ...The CONS BLTIN (Built-In Constants) Menu 58 TI-86 Table of Contents v Creating or Redefining a User-Created Constant 60 The Constant Editor Menu 60 Entering a Constant Name in an Expression 61 ...
...) Menu 52 The InterpolateàExtrapolate Editor 53 The CALC (Calculus) Menu 54 The TEST (Relational) Menu 55 Using Tests in Expressions and Instructions 56 Chapter 4: Constants, Conversions, Bases, and Complex Numbers 57 Using Built-In and User-Created Constants 58 The CONS (Constants) Menu 58 ...The CONS BLTIN (Built-In Constants) Menu 58 TI-86 Table of Contents v Creating or Redefining a User-Created Constant 60 The Constant Editor Menu 60 Entering a Constant Name in an Expression 61 ...
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and Canada Only 402 Australia & New Zealand Customers Only 403 All Customers outside the U.S. xii TI-86 Table of Contents The LINK SND85 (Send Data to TI-85) Menu 239 Preparing the Receiving Device 240 Transmitting Data 240 Receiving Transmitted Data 241 Repeating ...256 Predator-Prey Model 258 Program: Sierpinski Triangle 260 Chapter 20: A to Z Function and Instruction Reference 261 Quick-Find Locator 262 Alphabetical Listing of Operations 266 Appendix 379 TI-86 Menu Map 380 Handling a Difficulty 392 Error Conditions 393 Equation Operating System (EOS 397 Implied...
and Canada Only 402 Australia & New Zealand Customers Only 403 All Customers outside the U.S. xii TI-86 Table of Contents The LINK SND85 (Send Data to TI-85) Menu 239 Preparing the Receiving Device 240 Transmitting Data 240 Receiving Transmitted Data 241 Repeating ...256 Predator-Prey Model 258 Program: Sierpinski Triangle 260 Chapter 20: A to Z Function and Instruction Reference 261 Quick-Find Locator 262 Alphabetical Listing of Operations 266 Appendix 379 TI-86 Menu Map 380 Handling a Difficulty 392 Error Conditions 393 Equation Operating System (EOS 397 Implied...
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b When expressing a measurement for a conversion, you omit parentheses, the TI-86 converts 4¡F to about L15.5¡C, which it then negates (changes the sign of x2 with respect to designate Fahrenheit as the ' known measurement ...retrieved entry. ! ! 3 ᕣ Evaluate. For example, you entered to the built-in memory storage area called ENTRY. 8 Quick Start When you press b, the TI-86 stores the expression or instruction you need not enter ¡ to designate degrees. The CONV * menu shifts up and TEMP is negative, use parentheses. D a 4 E ᕤ Select ¡F...
b When expressing a measurement for a conversion, you omit parentheses, the TI-86 converts 4¡F to about L15.5¡C, which it then negates (changes the sign of x2 with respect to designate Fahrenheit as the ' known measurement ...retrieved entry. ! ! 3 ᕣ Evaluate. For example, you entered to the built-in memory storage area called ENTRY. 8 Quick Start When you press b, the TI-86 stores the expression or instruction you need not enter ¡ to designate degrees. The CONV * menu shifts up and TEMP is negative, use parentheses. D a 4 E ᕤ Select ¡F...
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1 Operating the TI-86 Installing or Replacing Batteries 16 Turning On and Turning Off the TI-86 17 Adjusting the Display Contrast 17 The Home Screen 18 Entering Numbers 19 Entering Other Characters 20 Entering Expressions and Instructions 24 Diagnosing an Error 27 Reusing Previous Entries and the Last Answer 28 Using TI-86 Menus 31 Viewing and Changing Modes 34 TI -86 M1 M2 M3 M4 M5 F1 F2 F3 F4 F5
1 Operating the TI-86 Installing or Replacing Batteries 16 Turning On and Turning Off the TI-86 17 Adjusting the Display Contrast 17 The Home Screen 18 Entering Numbers 19 Entering Other Characters 20 Entering Expressions and Instructions 24 Diagnosing an Error 27 Reusing Previous Entries and the Last Answer 28 Using TI-86 Menus 31 Viewing and Changing Modes 34 TI -86 M1 M2 M3 M4 M5 F1 F2 F3 F4 F5
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...variable values, and set up the home screen, only as far as the first character in the current entry. 18 Chapter 1: Operating the TI-86 The TI-86 has 40 contrast settings, so each number shifts. The number is not visible when the contrast is displayed. For example, say you do ... or $ to retain the original contrast level. Initially, the home screen is displayed. After all eight lines are full, text scrolls off the top of instructions exceeds 21 characters and spaces, it automatically continues on , to adjust the contrast (page 17). If you set the contrast to 4, then 5, then 6,...
...variable values, and set up the home screen, only as far as the first character in the current entry. 18 Chapter 1: Operating the TI-86 The TI-86 has 40 contrast settings, so each number shifts. The number is not visible when the contrast is displayed. For example, say you do ... or $ to retain the original contrast level. Initially, the home screen is displayed. After all eight lines are full, text scrolls off the top of instructions exceeds 21 characters and spaces, it automatically continues on , to adjust the contrast (page 17). If you set the contrast to 4, then 5, then 6,...
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...Do not attempt to enter L5, press a 5. If you do, an ellipsis is pasted to clarify the intended use conversion instructions (Chapter 4). To scroll back, press !. For example, when you execute an instruction, Done is typically displayed on -screen division symbol is a forward slash ( à ), as 1, 2, 3, and ...key's primary function is 16. To view more of (L4)2 is printed in which the TI-86 evaluates negation and other functions within an expression is displayed, initially to the left. The TI-86 on the right side of the next line. When you press \, a plus sign is ...
...Do not attempt to enter L5, press a 5. If you do, an ellipsis is pasted to clarify the intended use conversion instructions (Chapter 4). To scroll back, press !. For example, when you execute an instruction, Done is typically displayed on -screen division symbol is a forward slash ( à ), as 1, 2, 3, and ...key's primary function is 16. To view more of (L4)2 is printed in which the TI-86 evaluates negation and other functions within an expression is displayed, initially to the left. The TI-86 on the right side of the next line. When you press \, a plus sign is ...
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...the same order as a window variable value (Chapter 5). When you press #, $, b, or ., the TI-86 evaluates the expression and replaces it , you would write it on the home screen to calculate an answer. In most places where a value is displayed. When you press b, the expression is evaluated ... that serve as arguments for one or more functions. You can use an expression on paper. 24 Chapter 1: Operating the TI-86 Entering Expressions and Instructions Entering an Expression An expression is any combination of -evaluation rules (Appendix), and the answer is required, you can use ...
...the same order as a window variable value (Chapter 5). When you press #, $, b, or ., the TI-86 evaluates the expression and replaces it , you would write it on the home screen to calculate an answer. In most places where a value is displayed. When you press b, the expression is evaluated ... that serve as arguments for one or more functions. You can use an expression on paper. 24 Chapter 1: Operating the TI-86 Entering Expressions and Instructions Entering an Expression An expression is any combination of -evaluation rules (Appendix), and the answer is required, you can use ...
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... To use parentheses to the first item beginning with a letter, press that , when executed, clears all TI-86 functions and instructions, including their required and optional arguments. Some functions require the arguments to the cursor location from a graph. ...include these brackets when you can enter a function, instruction, or operator in function or instruction typically is easier. For functions or instructions with a comma. Generally, the first letter of each instruction name is uppercase on the TI-86. For example, Circl( requires three arguments, Circl(x,y,radius...
... To use parentheses to the first item beginning with a letter, press that , when executed, clears all TI-86 functions and instructions, including their required and optional arguments. Some functions require the arguments to the cursor location from a graph. ...include these brackets when you can enter a function, instruction, or operator in function or instruction typically is easier. For functions or instructions with a comma. Generally, the first letter of each instruction name is uppercase on the TI-86. For example, Circl( requires three arguments, Circl(x,y,radius...
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...a symbol comprising one or more expressions or instructions consecutively, separate each entry from the next with a colon (- ). The entire group entry is pasted to recalculate the expression. Interrupting a Calculation or Graph To interrupt a calculation or graph in last entry (page 28...indicator is replaced by the pause indicator, a moving vertical line is calculating or graphing, a moving vertical dotted line. Then you realized you can edit individual characters. 26 Chapter 1: Operating the TI-86 In the example, the ¶ symbol indicates that you pressed -...
...a symbol comprising one or more expressions or instructions consecutively, separate each entry from the next with a colon (- ). The entire group entry is pasted to recalculate the expression. Interrupting a Calculation or Graph To interrupt a calculation or graph in last entry (page 28...indicator is replaced by the pause indicator, a moving vertical line is calculating or graphing, a moving vertical dotted line. Then you realized you can edit individual characters. 26 Chapter 1: Operating the TI-86 In the example, the ¶ symbol indicates that you pressed -...
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Chapter 1: Operating the TI-86 27 Chapter 5: Function Graphing introduces graphing. l or : :), the home screen is displayed. ♦ If you cannot, refer to the Appendix for possible causes. ᕤ Correct ... the equation editor, not to the home screen, press : : or any non-graphing key. ♦ To restart graphing, select an instruction that displays the graph. Diagnosing an Error When the TI-86 detects an error, it returns an error message, such as ERROR 04 DOMAIN or ERROR 07 SYNTAX. When you select QUIT...
Chapter 1: Operating the TI-86 27 Chapter 5: Function Graphing introduces graphing. l or : :), the home screen is displayed. ♦ If you cannot, refer to the Appendix for possible causes. ᕤ Correct ... the equation editor, not to the home screen, press : : or any non-graphing key. ♦ To restart graphing, select an instruction that displays the graph. Diagnosing an Error When the TI-86 detects an error, it returns an error message, such as ERROR 04 DOMAIN or ERROR 07 SYNTAX. When you select QUIT...
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...stored to a capacity of 128 bytes. When you press b on the home screen to evaluate an expression or to execute an instruction, the entire expression or instruction is displayed again; If you press - ¢ after displaying the oldest stored entry, the newest stored entry is placed in ... retrieve the previous entry. ᕢ Edit the retrieved entry. ᕣ Re-execute the edited entry. - ¢ ! ! ! ! ! 32 b Retrieving Previous Entries The TI-86 retains as many previous entries as possible in a storage area called ENTRY (last entry). To retrieve the last entry, press - ¢.
...stored to a capacity of 128 bytes. When you press b on the home screen to evaluate an expression or to execute an instruction, the entire expression or instruction is displayed again; If you press - ¢ after displaying the oldest stored entry, the newest stored entry is placed in ... retrieve the previous entry. ᕢ Edit the retrieved entry. ᕣ Re-execute the edited entry. - ¢ ! ! ! ! ! 32 b Retrieving Previous Entries The TI-86 retains as many previous entries as possible in a storage area called ENTRY (last entry). To retrieve the last entry, press - ¢.
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... 8 X - Ans may be a real or complex number, list, vector, matrix, or string. Retrieving Multiple Entries To store two or more expressions or instructions together to ENTRY, enter them on the home screen, select ClrEnt from the other with an area of a circle is stored in a program, the... line on one entry. Store 8 to a built-in Ans is another tool with which you turn off the TI-86, the value in variable called Ans (last answer). Chapter 1: Operating the TI-86 29 Consecutively entered entries separated by colons (page 26) are stored as a new guess. The formula for finding ...
... 8 X - Ans may be a real or complex number, list, vector, matrix, or string. Retrieving Multiple Entries To store two or more expressions or instructions together to ENTRY, enter them on the home screen, select ClrEnt from the other with an area of a circle is stored in a program, the... line on one entry. Store 8 to a built-in Ans is another tool with which you turn off the TI-86, the value in variable called Ans (last answer). Chapter 1: Operating the TI-86 29 Consecutively entered entries separated by colons (page 26) are stored as a new guess. The formula for finding ...
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... a particular letter To special characters at the end of the CATALOG. The item is pasted to the previous cursor location. w & The CATALOG displays all TI-86 functions and instructions in alphabetical order. The CATALOG disappears and the name is pasted to the cursor location. ALPHA-lock is on the CATLG-VARS menu. The...
... a particular letter To special characters at the end of the CATALOG. The item is pasted to the previous cursor location. w & The CATALOG displays all TI-86 functions and instructions in alphabetical order. The CATALOG disappears and the name is pasted to the cursor location. ALPHA-lock is on the CATLG-VARS menu. The...
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... valueA is greater than or equal to 0. returns 0 if valueA is equal to 6. The TI-86 performs the addition first, and then compares 4 to 5. ♦ The expression 2+(2==2)+3 evaluates to valueB; The TI-86 performs the test in Expressions and Instructions The TI-86 Evaluation Operating System (Appendix) performs all operations except Boolean operators before it performs relational...
... valueA is greater than or equal to 0. returns 0 if valueA is equal to 6. The TI-86 performs the addition first, and then compares 4 to 5. ♦ The expression 2+(2==2)+3 evaluates to valueB; The TI-86 performs the test in Expressions and Instructions The TI-86 Evaluation Operating System (Appendix) performs all operations except Boolean operators before it performs relational...
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You can enter a constant in an expression in any conversion instruction, the syntax is: (value)currentUnit4newUnit ᕡ Enter the real value to enter a constant name. D a 2 E - ' * Converting Units of Measure With the TI-86, you can convert a value measured in one unit into its equivalent value in an Expression You can enter a conversion expression anywhere...
You can enter a constant in an expression in any conversion instruction, the syntax is: (value)currentUnit4newUnit ᕡ Enter the real value to enter a constant name. D a 2 E - ' * Converting Units of Measure With the TI-86, you can convert a value measured in one unit into its equivalent value in an Expression You can enter a conversion expression anywhere...
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... results, including list, matrix, and vector elements, are displayed in the form (rectangular or polar) specified by the mode setting (Chapter 1) or by a display conversion instruction (page 61). ♦ When Radian angle mode is set, results are displayed as (magnitude±angle). ♦ When Degree angle mode is set, results are... the right). When RectC complex number mode is set , complex numbers are evaluated when you enter the complex number a+bi as (real,imaginary). On the TI-86, you press b.
... results, including list, matrix, and vector elements, are displayed in the form (rectangular or polar) specified by the mode setting (Chapter 1) or by a display conversion instruction (page 61). ♦ When Radian angle mode is set, results are displayed as (magnitude±angle). ♦ When Degree angle mode is set, results are... the right). When RectC complex number mode is set , complex numbers are evaluated when you enter the complex number a+bi as (real,imaginary). On the TI-86, you press b.
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... in rectangular form only. Complex vectors are displayed according to the current vector mode setting: RectV, CylV, or SphereV (Chapter 1). You can select a vector conversion instruction from two real vectors, the syntax is : vectorName(element#) Real two- To create a complex vector from the VECTR OPS menu to the home screen, and... of a vector is complex, all elements of each element and imaginaryVector contains the imaginary part. For example, when you enter the vector ã1,2,(3,1)ä , the TI-86 displays ã(1,0) (2,0) (3,1)ä.
... in rectangular form only. Complex vectors are displayed according to the current vector mode setting: RectV, CylV, or SphereV (Chapter 1). You can select a vector conversion instruction from two real vectors, the syntax is : vectorName(element#) Real two- To create a complex vector from the VECTR OPS menu to the home screen, and... of a vector is complex, all elements of each element and imaginaryVector contains the imaginary part. For example, when you enter the vector ã1,2,(3,1)ä , the TI-86 displays ã(1,0) (2,0) (3,1)ä.
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... program editor names menu Creating a Program in a program. Programs can select the name from one to memory. ALPHA-lock is on the TI-86 A program is a set of expressions, instructions, or both, which you run the program. The program Name= prompt and PRGM NAMES menu are executed when you enter or download. Enter...
... program editor names menu Creating a Program in a program. Programs can select the name from one to memory. ALPHA-lock is on the TI-86 A program is a set of expressions, instructions, or both, which you run the program. The program Name= prompt and PRGM NAMES menu are executed when you enter or download. Enter...
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...Promp Disp DispG DispT 4 ClTbl Get Send getKy ClLCD 4 " Outpt InpSt To see examples that show how to use PRGM I àO menu items are instructions. The program name is on the first command line, which begins with a colon. The PRGM I àO menu items in programs, refer to the A...name. The actions they perform occur as the program runs. Chapter 16: Programming 215 After you write the program, the commands are displayed. The TI-86 automatically places a colon at the top of each command line. The program editor and program editor menu are stored to Z Reference. The cursor ...
...Promp Disp DispG DispT 4 ClTbl Get Send getKy ClLCD 4 " Outpt InpSt To see examples that show how to use PRGM I àO menu items are instructions. The program name is on the first command line, which begins with a colon. The PRGM I àO menu items in programs, refer to the A...name. The actions they perform occur as the program runs. Chapter 16: Programming 215 After you write the program, the commands are displayed. The TI-86 automatically places a colon at the top of each command line. The program editor and program editor menu are stored to Z Reference. The cursor ...