Sharp EL-738 operation manual Contents

Contents
Introduction	3
Operational Notes	3
Key Notations in This Manual	4
Chapter 1: Getting Started	5
Preparing to Use the Calculator	5
Resetting the Calculator In Case of Difficulty	5
Calculator and Display Layout	6
The SET UP Menu	8
Operating Modes	10
Chapter 2: General Information	11
Basic Calculations	11
Clearing the Entry and Memories	11
Editing and Correcting an Entry	13
Memory Calculations	14
Chapter 3: Financial Functions	17
General Information	17
TVM (Time Value of Money) Solver	22
Amortization Calculations	33
Discounted Cash Flow Analysis	37
Bond Calculations	44
Depreciation Calculations	48
Conversion between APR and EFF	51
Day and Date Calculations	52
Percent Change/Compound Interest Calculations	54
Cost/Sell/Margin/Markup Calculations	56
Breakeven Calculations	58
Chapter 4: Scientific Functions	60
Constant Calculations	60
Chain Calculations	60
Scientific Calculations	61
Random Functions	62
Modify Function	63
Chapter 5: Statistical Functions	64
Statistical Calculations and Variables	67
Appendix	72
Financial Calculation Formulas	72
Statistical Calculation Formulas	75
Errors and Calculation Ranges	76
Battery Replacement	80
Priority Levels in Calculations	81
Specifications	82
Index	83

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