To transmit a matrix

A matrix is listed with two dimensions, even if it is 3×1. A vector is listed with the number of elements, such as 3.

You can send matrices between calculators just as you can send aplets, programs, lists, and notes.

1.Align the hp 39g+ calculators’ infrared ports.

2.Open the Matrix catalogs on both calculators.

3.Highlight the matrix to send.

4.Press .

5.Press on the receiving calculator.

Working with matrices

To edit a matrix In the Matrix catalog, highlight the name of the matrix

you want to edit and press .

Matrix edit keys The following table lists the matrix edit key operations.

Key Meaning

Copies the highlighted element to the edit line.

Inserts a row of zeros above, or a column of zeros to the left, of the highlighted cell. (You are prompted to choose row or column.)

A three-way toggle for cursor advancement in the Matrix editor. advances to the right, ¸ advances downward, and does not advance at all.

Switches between larger and smaller font sizes.

Deletes the highlighted cells, row, or column (you are prompted to make a choice).

CLEAR Clears all elements from the matrix.

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