Texas Instruments TI-30X IIS 2-Line Scientific Calculator

Texas Instruments : TI30XIIS

Main Features

Robust, professional-grade scientific calculator
2-line display shows entry and calculated result at same time
Easily handles 1 and 2 variable statistical calculations
Three angle modes (degrees, radians, and grads) and scientific and engineering notation modes
1-year limited warranty

Product Description

New 2-line display. Dual power:solor and battery. View entry abd results at the same time. Edit current entry. Edit and view previous entries. Menus with functions and mode settings. Five variable memories. One and two variable statistics, results, for linear tegression, trendline. Fractions and fraction/decimal conversions. Trigonometric functions in degrees and radians.

Amazon.com Review

There are many inexpensive scientific calculators on the market, but few boast the two-line display and other advanced features users get with the TI-30x IIS. The display shows the equation you are creating on the top line, and the numbers or symbols you are currently entering on the second line. Once the equation is solved, the results are displayed on the second line, and you can use the four arrow keys on the front of the calculator to edit the original equation in any way you like for a recalculation. Better still, pressing the up arrow repeatedly lets you browse through a cache of dozens of previous calculations, meaning you can look back to see the answer to a problem you solved two minutes ago, two days ago, or whenever.

The device uses solar power when possible but can fall back on the internal batteries (which are included) if there isn't enough light. The buttons wiggle around a little too much and require a firm keystroke to register input, but the fact that input can be followed by looking at the output on the first line helps to cut down on mistakes. There is a shift key that doubles the functions of most buttons, and although the TI-30X IIS isn't festooned with as many buttons or functions as some other calculators we've tested in this price range, it's still very capable. There are three angle modes (degrees, radians, and grads), scientific and engineering notation modes, and even one- or two-variable statistical modes. Five variables can also be assigned to their own memory slots. The documentation is lacking, as everything is presented on a single folded sheet of paper, but Texas Instruments did manage to pack several illustrated examples on the page. The calculator comes with a snap-on cover that fits on the back of the device when you are using it. The calculator carries a one-year limited warranty. — T. Byrl Baker

Pros:

Two-line display
Relatively inexpensive
Handles one- and two-variable statistical calculations

Cons:

Weak documentation
Buttons wiggle a bit too much

The new two-line TI-30X IIS with the memory retention feature retains previous entries, memory values, and individual statistical elements, and is a great value for general math, algebra, trigonometry, statistics, science, and much more. It allows you to enter, delete, insert, and edit individual statistical data elements, and displays trigonometric functions in degrees and radians. It performs common and natural logarithms, fractions and fraction/decimal conversions, and degrees, minutes, seconds/decimal degrees conversions. The calculator features durable plastic keys and a protective cover, with a quick reference card and guide for easy assistance.

Product Details

Title: Texas Instruments TI-30X IIS 2-Line Scientific Calculator
Manufacturer: Texas Instruments
Model: TI30XIIS
Item Dimensions: 5.1 x 2.6 x 0.5 inches, 0.3 pounds
Package Dimensions: 9.3 x 6.7 x 0.9 inches, 0.45 pounds

Customer Reviews

Love these calculators: Bought a bunch of these calculators to put in drawers in my office, kitchen, desk, etc.
I first got hooked on the TI-30xII in college when my TI-86 graphing calculator died. I didn't need another $100+ grapher but loved their ability to call up old functions and see my entire equation written out (and editable) before computing it. The TI-30xII fits that… More reviews

It's an excellent calculator.: It works as well as most other scientific calculators. Its interface is very convenient, allowing you to plot out your equation and see the answer once you've pushed the equal sign. And you aren't left guessing as to wether you are in degrees or radians mode - you see it for yourself on the calculator's screen.
Another very spiffy, and very… More reviews

Quick and Easy: This product arrive quickly and on time. It covers all the funtions I need and was cheaper than the campus bookstore. More reviews

TI-30X: From reading most peoples bad reviews, they seem to want a standard scientific calculator. THIS IS NOT A STANDARD SCIENTIFIC CALCULATOR AND NOT A GRAPHING CALCULATOR.
The purpose of this calculator is to replace your TI-83 or 84 if you can't use a graphing calculator on a test. The idea is that it has the same layout as those graphing calculators. Personally, I love my TI-84 and hate… More reviews

It's just okay: This is my third Texas Instruments calculator. I also have a TI-84 and a Voyage 200, both of which I love. I bought this one because I needed a no-frills scientific calculator for my Diff Eq class. I didn't have a lot of money to spend, so this one seemed to fit the bill. I wish I had gone to a bricks and mortar store and tried it against some other ones, though.… More reviews

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