TI-82 Advanced Edition Python

Graphing Calculator
Getting Started Guide

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Contents

Using Your TI-82 Advanced Edition Python Graphing Calculator 1

Key Features 1

Keyboard Basics 2
Turning the TI-82 Advanced Edition Python On and Off 2
Using the TI-82 Advanced Edition Python Keyboard 3
Setting the Display Brightness 5
Using the Home Screen 6
Working with Menus 12

Setting Up the Calculator Modes 18

Setting Modes 18
Changing Mode Settings 18
MATHPRINT™ CLASSIC 19
NORMAL SCI ENG 20
FLOAT 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 21
RADIAN DEGREE 21
FONCTION PARAMETRIQ POLAIRE SUITE 21
THICK DOT-THICK THIN DOT-THIN 22
SEQUENTIAL SIMUL 22
REAL a+bi re^(q i) 22
FULL HORIZONTAL GRAPH-TABLE 23
FRACTION TYPE: n/d Un/d 23
ANSWERS: AUTO DEC 24
STAT DIAGNOSTICS: OFF ON 24
STAT WIZARDS: ON OFF 24
SET CLOCK 24
LANGUAGE 25

Evaluating Expressions 27
Order of Operations 27
Entering Expressions and Instructions 29

Working with Graphs 35

Using Color on the TI-82 Advanced Edition Python Graphing Calculator 35
Using QuickPlot and Fit Equation 37
Working With Images 37
Using Piecewise Function Graphing 38

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Working with Tables 40
Working with Matrices 41
Using the matrix editor 41
Performing a calculation with a matrix 41

Working with Probability and Statistics 43

Working with Probability 43
Working with Statistics 45

Working with Variables 48

Using Variable Names 48
Storing Variable Values 50
Recalling Variable Values 52

Solving Equations 53
Numeric Solver 53
Polynomial Solver 55
System of Equations Solver 57

Managing Calculator Files 59

Transferring calculator files to the TI-82 Advanced Edition Python 59
Transferring the OS from calculator to calculator 60

Exam Mode and Exam LED 61

Using Press-to-Test Mode 61
Bringing a Calculator Out of Exam Mode 62

Using Applications (Apps) 63

CellSheet™ App 63
Inequality Graphing App 63
Polynomial Root Finder and Simultaneous Equation Editor App 64
Probability Simulation App 64
Python82 App for the TI-82 Advanced Edition Python 64
Transformation Graphing App 65

Using Accessories 66
Using TI Desktop Software 66
Batteries 67

Error Conditions 68
Diagnosing an Error 68

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 Correcting an Error 68

General Information 69
Online Help 69
Contact TI Support 69
Service and Warranty Information 69
Precautions for Batteries 69

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Using Your TI-82 Advanced Edition Python Graphing
Calculator
The TI-82 Advanced Edition Python graphing calculator comes with a USB cable, plenty
of storage and operating memory. It also comes pre-loaded with software applications
(Apps) to perform extended features.

Key Features
• High resolution, full-color backlit display
– Distinguish between multiple graphs and plots with color-coded equations,
plots, and objects
– Make graphs easier to read by adding grid lines
• Familiar TI-8x family functionality
– Similar menu structure and navigation as the TI-8x family with enhanced
features
– Built-in MathPrint™ functionality to input and view math symbols, formulas
and stacked fractions
– Exact results for selected expressions evaluating to fraction, radical, or π
results
• Import and use images
– Use TI Connect™ CE v5.6.3 or higher software to send images (.gif, .jpg, .png,
.tif, .bmp) from a computer to a calculator
– Graph on top of images to connect concepts to the real world
The applications extend the functionality of your calculator, allowing you to perform
specific math functions and to deepen your understanding of concepts. Pre-loaded
applications include:

• CellSheet™ • Probability Simulations

• Inequality Graphing • Python82 App for the
TI-82 Advanced Edition Python
• Polynomial Root Finder and • Transformation Graphing
Simultaneous Equation Solver
Use this guide to learn more about these features and other essential tools of your
graphing calculator.

1 Using Your TI-82 Advanced Edition Python Graphing Calculator

Keyboard Basics
This section covers basic graphing calculator settings and explains how to navigate the
home screen and menus.

Turning the TI-82 Advanced Edition Python On and Off

This section covers basic on and off features for your graphing calculator.
Turning the Graphing Calculator On
Press É.
An information screen displays:

• Press À to continue to the home screen but not see this information screen the
next time you press É.
-or-
• Press Á to continue to the home screen.
Note: Any entry from this information screen will take you to the home screen (a
blank screen).
The information screen shows the following for information purposes only. You must
go to the home screen before you can complete the following.
• Press ƒ ^ - a to locate shortcut menus.
• Press à on most menu items for Catalog Help.
Note: This message also displays when you reset RAM.
You may see a context-sensitive shortcut menu located at ƒ b for interactive
features or actions such as interactive drawing features from the graph screen or
TI-Basic program editing.
Turning the Graphing Calculator Off
Press y M .
• The Constant Memory™ function retains settings and memory, and clears any error
condition.
• If you turn off the TI-82 Advanced Edition Python and connect it to another graphing
calculator or personal computer, any communication will “wake" it up.

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Automatic Power Down™ (APD™)
• To prolong battery-life, APD™ automatically turns the TI-82 Advanced Edition
Python off after about two minutes of inactivity.
• If APD™ turns the graphing calculator off, when you turn it back on, it will return as
you left it, including the display, cursor, and any error.
Using the TI-82 Advanced Edition Python Keyboard
This section describes the functions of specific keys on the graphing calculator
keyboard.
TI-82 Advanced Edition Python Keyboard
Graph/Plot Setup Keys allow access to
interactive graphing features. When some
graph screen features are active, you may see a
shortcut menu in the ƒ b location for
feature options.

Editing Keys allow you to edit expressions and

values.

Math and Statistics Keys display menus that

access math, statistics, and other basic
functions.

Toggle, Trig, Solvers, and MathPrint™ Keys allow you to toggle between exact
math and decimal approximate answers, access trig functions, access the solver
menu, and work with fraction and MathPrint™.
Scientific Keys allow access to the capabilities of a standard scientific calculator.

Number Keys allows you to enter numbers.

Common Math Functions allow you to divide, multiply, subtract, and add.

Function Keys
y Access the second function
printed to the left above each
key.

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 ƒ Access the third function printed to the right above each key.
ƒ Access shortcut menus for fraction templates, n/d, quick matrix
^-a entry, select MATH menus, and VARS menu functions.
ƒb Context-sensitive shortcut menu for interactive features or actions
such as interactive drawing features from the graph screen or TI-
Basic program editing.
Using the Function Keys
Primary The function appears on the key.
Function Ex: to display the MATH menu, press ».
Secondary The function appears above the key in the same color as the y key.
Function When you press the y key, the key name printed above the other key
becomes active for the next keystroke.
Ex: to display the TEST menu, press y and then : (»).
The flashing cursor becomes Þ when you press y. Þ may also appear
in the status bar.

Tertiary The function appears above the key in the same color as the ƒ key.
(Alpha The third function allows you to enter alphabetic characters, special
Key) symbols, and shortcut menus.
Function Ex: to display the letter A, press ƒ and then [A] (»).
• To enter several alphabetic characters in a row, press y 7 to
lock the alpha key in the ON position and avoid having to repeatedly
press ƒ. Press ƒ again to unlock it.
• The flashing cursor becomes Ø when you press ƒ. Ø may also
appear in the status bar.

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Setting the Display Brightness
This section covers how to set the display brightness and explains automatic dimming.
Adjusting the Display Brightness
You can adjust the display brightness to suit your viewing angle and lighting conditions.
To adjust the brightness, follow these steps.
▶ Press y † to darken the screen one level at a time.
▶ Press y } to lighten the screen one level at a time.
The TI-82 Advanced Edition Python retains the brightness setting in memory when it is
turned off.
Automatic Dimming
The TI-82 Advanced Edition Python automatically dims the screen brightness after 45
seconds of inactivity.
▶ Press É to return the screen to the preset brightness.
▶ Pressing É to adjust the brightness will not affect any of the current state of your
calculator work.

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Using the Home Screen
Expressions
Answers

Use the home screen to enter instructions and evaluate expressions. Answers appear
on the same screen. Most calculations are stored in home screen history. Press } and
† to scroll through the entry history and paste the entries or answers to the current
entry line.

Enter a calculation.
Press y 5 from any screen until you get back to the
home screen.
Press y C 3 ¡ Ã 4 ¡ ~ Ã C 6 Í.

Note: Press — to toggle between exact and decimal

representations.

Note: When you are in a MathPrint™ template, the cursor

turns into a right arrow to indicate that you must press
~ to get out of the template before you continue entering
the calculation.

Keyboard Basics 6
Displaying Entries and Answers
Mode settings control how the TI-82 Advanced Edition Python interprets expressions
and displays answers. Press z to switch between classic entries and MathPrint™
mode. This guide focuses on MathPrint™ Mode, but may reference some classic
entries.
MathPrint™ Mode
• If an expression exceeds one line, it may scroll off the screen (on the home screen
or the f(x)=screen). Press ~ to see the entire expression.
Tip: Press the cursor without pressing y to move the cursor along the line.
• An arrow appears to the left of an answer if it scrolls off the screen. Press ~ and
| before you enter another expression to display the entire answer.

Classic Entries MathPrint™

√(5)

Some input areas in MathPrint™ mode only support classic entries.

Ex: y -

MathPrint™ (default)

Entry
Answer (Scrolls)

Entry
Answer

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Scrolling Through the Home Screen History
If all lines of the display are full, text scrolls off the top of the display.
You can scroll up through previous entries and answers on the home screen, even if you
have cleared the screen. When you find an entry or answer that you want to use, you
can select it and paste it (press Í) on the current entry line.
Note: List and matrix answers cannot be copied and pasted to the new entry line.
However, you can copy the list or matrix command to the new entry line and execute
the command again to display the answer.
▶ Press } or † to move the cursor to the entry or answer you want to copy and
then press Í.
The TI-82 Advanced Edition Python highlights the entry the cursor is on to help you
select your desired choice.

The entry or answer that you copied is automatically pasted on the current input
line at the cursor location.
Note: If the cursor is in a MathPrint™ expression, such as the denominator of a
fraction, press ƒ } to move the cursor out of the expression and then move
the cursor to the entry or answer you want to copy to that location in the
MathPrint™ template.
▶ Press ‘ or { to delete an entry/answer pair. After an entry/answer pair
has been deleted, it cannot be displayed or recalled again.
Returning to the Home Screen
To return to the home screen from any other screen, press y 5 until you get
back to home screen.
Status Bar
The status bar displays on all screens and gives information about the selected
calculator mode settings, any context help available for the item you currently have
selected, and battery status.
The status bar may also show a busy indicator if the calculator is performing an
operation, Ø to indicate the calculator is in alpha status, and Þ to indicate the
secondary function is active.

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Selected mode settings are displayed on the top line of the status bar when the cursor
is in the active entry area. Mode settings do not display when the cursor is in the home
screen history, since the mode may have been different for previous calculations.

Tip:
Context help, if available, is displayed on the second line. The battery status icon,
busy indicator, alpha indicator, and second key indicator are on the right. When
you scroll into the home screen history, the context help on the status bar displays
HISTORY.
In the example below, the cursor is on the GridColor option. The context help for
how to change the GridColor using the spinner menu is displayed on the second
line of the status bar.

Selected MODE settings.

Context help for current cursor position or active feature.

Battery icon.
This area of the status bar also displays the busy indicator,
alpha indicator, and second key indicator, depending on the state of the graphing
calculator.

Using Shortcut Menus

ƒ ^ Opens FRAC menu.

ƒ _ Opens FONC menu.
ƒ ` Opens MATR menu.
ƒ a Opens VAR Y menu.
ƒ b Opens special menus.

Shortcut menus allow quick access to the following:

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^ Templates to enter fractions, and to toggle between whole and mixed
fractions, and fractions and decimals.
_ Selected functions from the MATH MATH and MATH NBRE menus as
you would see them in a textbook, when in MathPrint™ mode.
Functions include absolute value, numeric differentiation, numeric
integration, summation, log base n, square root, permutations,
combinations, and factorials.
` Quick MathPrint™ matrix entry, when available.
a Names of function variables from the VAR -VAR Y menu.

To open a shortcut menu, press ƒ plus the corresponding F-key: ^ for FRAC, _
for FONC, ` for MATR, a for VAR Y, or b for special menus within interactive
graph activities, such as when using DRAW or Quick Plot and Fit Equation, and for TI-
Basic program editing.
To select a menu item:
-either-
▶ Press the number corresponding to the item.
-or-
▶ Use the arrow keys to move the cursor to the appropriate line and then press
Í.
You can select all shortcut menu items except matrix templates using standard menus.
For example, you can choose the summation template from several places:

FONC shortcut menu

ƒ_

yN

The shortcut menus are available to use where input is allowed. If the calculator is in
Classic mode, or if a screen is displayed that does not support MathPrint™ display,
entries will be displayed in Classic mode. The MATR menu is only available in
MathPrint™ mode on the home screen and in the f(x)= editor.

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Note: Shortcut menus may not be available if ƒ plus f-key combinations are used
while an application is running.
Display Cursors
The cursor may change to indicate what will happen when you press the next key or
when you select the next menu item to be pasted as a character.
Note: The second cursor Þ and alpha cursor Ø may appear on the status bar,
depending on the context.

Cursor Appearance Effect of Next Keystroke

Entry Solid This is the default cursor. Enter characters at this

rectangle cursor; this overrides any existing character.
$

Insert Underline Press y 6 for this cursor. Enter characters

__ in front of the cursor location.

Second Reverse This allows you to enter a 2nd character or

arrow complete a 2nd operation.
Þ

Alpha Reverse A An alpha character is entered, SOLVE is executed,

Ø or shortcut menus are displayed.

Full Checkerboard No entry; the maximum characters are entered at a

rectangle prompt or memory is full. Also indicates the limit
of the allowed MathPrint™ mode levels.

MathPrint™ Right arrow The cursor moves to either the next part of the
template or out of the template. Press the right
arrow to move out of all MathPrint™ templates
before entering the remaining terms in an
expression.

Toggle Press — to toggle between exact and decimal

Number formats of the result.
Format

If you press ƒ during an insertion, the cursor becomes an underlined A ( A) . If you

press y during an insertion, the underlined cursors becomes an underlined # (#).
Note: If you highlight a small character such as a colon or a comma and then press
ƒ or y, the cursor does not change because the cursor width is too narrow.

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Working with Menus
You can access TI-82 Advanced Edition Python commands using menus.
Displaying a Menu
• When you press a key to display a menu, that menu temporarily replaces the
screen where you are working.
Ex: press » to display the MATH menu.
• After you select an item from a menu, the screen where you are working usually
displays again.
Note: If a context help message is in the status bar when you press a menu that
temporarily replaces the screen, that context help will remain in the status bar as a
reminder that you are working within a context.
Trig and MathPrint™ Templates
There are two menus (Trigonometric Function Menu, and MathPrint™ Template Menu)
that appear on top of your working screen. You can still navigate and paste commands
or templates as usual.

Trigonometric Function Menu

Press ˜ to access this menu.

MathPrint™ Template Menu

Press R to access this menu.

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Moving from One Menu to Another
Some keys access more than one menu. When you press
such a key, the names of all accessible menus are
displayed on the top line. When you highlight a menu
name, the items in that menu are displayed. Press ~ and
| to highlight each menu name.
Note: FRAC shortcut menu items are found in the FRAC
menu, and are also found on the MATH NBRE menu. FONC
shortcut menu items are also found on the MATH MATH
menu.
Scrolling a Menu
To scroll down the menu items, press †. To scroll up the menu items, press }.
To page down 9 menu items at a time, press ƒ †. To page up 9 menu items at a
time, press ƒ }.
To go to the last menu item directly from the first menu item, press }. To go to the
first menu item directly from the last menu item, press †.
Selecting an Item from a Menu
You can select an item from a menu in three ways.

Press the number or letter of the item you want to

select. The cursor can be anywhere on the menu, and
the item you select does not need to be displayed on
the screen.

-or-
Press † or } to move the cursor to the item you want, and then press Í.
-or-
Within the Catalog listing of functionality, move the
cursor to the item you want, and then press Ã. For
most commands, the Catalog Help syntax editor
displays the correct syntax. Enter the syntax using the
displayed help, and then press ƒ a to paste. The
Catalog Help pastes the complete command.
Press ƒ b to escape without pasting the
command.
Note:
After you select an item from a menu, the TI-82 Advanced Edition Python typically
displays the previous screen.
If you do not see PASTE on the Catalog Help screen, press y 5 until you return
to the home screen, then go back into the menu and repeat your actions. If this

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happens, it may mean the screens were layered and the previous screen did not have
an active cursor on an input line to accept the pasting of the function or command.
Leaving a Menu without Making a Selection
You can leave a menu without making a selection in these two ways.
• Press y 5 to return to the home screen.
-or-
• Press ‘ to return to the previous screen.
Using Menus
When you press a key or key combination to display a menu, one or more menu names
appear on the top line of the screen.
• The menu name on the left side of the top line is highlighted. Up to nine items in
that menu are displayed, beginning with item 1, which also is highlighted.
• A number or letter identifies each item’s place in the menu. The order is 1 through
9, then 0, then A, B, C. Once number and letter options are exhausted, the item
number or letter area will be blank. Select these items using the arrow keys.
• When the menu continues beyond the displayed items, a down arrow ($) replaces
the colon next to the last displayed item.
• When a menu item ends in an ellipsis ( ...), the item displays a secondary menu,
editor, or wizard when you select it.
• Use Catalog Help for more syntax help when needed. Select a menu item and then
press à to go to a syntax help editor (if the menu item is supported).

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Working with MATH Menus
To display the MATH menus, press ». Press | or ~ to display the menus for the
NUM (Number), CMPLX (Complex), PROB (Probability) or FRAC (Fraction) commands.
Note: Use Catalog Help for more syntax help when needed. Select a menu item and
then press à to go to a syntax help editor (if the menu item is supported).
MATH
To display the MATH menu, press ».
1: e4Frac Displays the answer as a fraction.
2: e4Dec Displays the answer as a decimal.
3: 3 Calculates the cube.

4: 3‡( Calculates the cube root.

* 5: x‡ Calculates the xth root.

6: fMin( Finds the minimum of a function.

7: fMax( Finds the maximum of a function.
* 8: nDeriv( Computes the numerical derivative of a function at a
point.
* 9: fnInt Computes the numerical integral of a function over
an interval.
* 0: summation G( Computes the sum of an expression over an index.
* A: logBASE( Computes the logarithm of a specified value
determined from a specified base: logBASE(value,
base).
B: piecewise( Allows the entry of piecewise functions.
C: Numeric Solver... Displays the equation solver.

* FUNC shortcut menu ƒ _

NUM
To display the NUM menu, press » ~.
* 1: abs( Absolute value
2: round( Round
3: iPart( Integer part
4: fPart( Fractional part
5: int( Greatest integer

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 6: min( Minimum value
7: max( Maximum value
8: lcm( Least common multiple
9: gcd( Greatest common divisor
0: remainder( Reports the remainder as a whole number from a
division of two whole numbers where the divisor is
not zero.
** A: e4 n/d e3 4 Un/d Converts an improper fraction to a mixed number or a
mixed number to an improper fraction.
** B: e4 F e3 4 D Converts a decimal to a fraction or a fraction to a
decimal.
** C: Un/d Displays the mixed number template in MathPrint™
mode.
Displays a small u between the whole number and
fraction in Classic mode. Use n/d to complete the
mixed number.
** D: n/d Displays the fraction template in MathPrint™ mode.
Displays a thick fraction bar between the numerator
and the denominator in Classic mode.

* FUNC shortcut menu ƒ _

** FRAC shortcut menu ƒ ^
CMPLX
To display the CMPLX menu, press » ~ ~.
1: conj( Returns the complex conjugate.
2: real( Returns the real part.
3: imag( Returns the imaginary part.
4: angle( Returns the polar angle.
5: abs( Returns the magnitude (modulus).
6: e4Rect Displays the result in rectangular form.
7: e4Polar Displays the result in polar form.

PROB
To display the PROB menu, press » | |.

1: rand Random-number generator

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 * 2: nPr Number of permutations
* 3: nCr Number of combinations
* 4: ! Factorial
5: randInt( Random-integer generator
6: randNorm( Random # from Normal distribution
7: randBin( Random # from Binomial distribution
8: randIntNoRep( Random ordered list of integers in a range

* FUNC shortcut menu ƒ _

FRAC
To display the FRAC menu, press » |.
** 1: n/d Displays the fraction template in MathPrint™
mode.
Displays a thick fraction bar between the
numerator and the denominator in Classic mode.
** 2: Un/d Displays the mixed number template in
MathPrint™ mode.
Displays a small u between the whole number
and fraction in Classic mode. Use n/d to
complete the mixed number.
** 3: e4 F e3 4 D Converts a decimal to a fraction or a fraction to a
decimal.
** 4: e4 n/d e3 4 Un/d Converts an improper fraction to a mixed number
or a mixed number to an improper fraction.

** FRAC shortcut menu ƒ ^

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Setting Up the Calculator Modes
Mode settings control how the calculator displays and interprets:
• Numbers
• Answers
• Graphs
• Elements of lists and matrices
• Language settings
Setting Modes
To set calculator modes, press z. The following menu appears on your screen:

Note: When you press z, the cursor is on NORMAL by

default. Press } to switch between MathPrint™ and
Classic modes.

Note: The Constant Memory™ feature retains mode settings when the unit is turned
off.

Changing Mode Settings

To change mode settings, follow these steps:
1. Press † or } to move the cursor to the line of the setting that you want to
change.
2. Press ~ or | to move the cursor across the line to the desired setting.
3. Press Í to select a setting.
Exception: LANGUAGE Press ~ or | to select a loaded language. Press † or } to
set the selected language.
Note: The second line of the status bar displays context help with a description of line
modes.

Mode Description
MATHPRINT CLASSIC Controls whether inputs and outputs
on the home screen and in the Y=
editor are displayed as they are in
textbooks
NORMAL SCI ENG Numeric notation
FLOAT 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Number of decimal places in answers

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 Mode Description
RADIAN DEGREE Unit of angle measure
FUNCTION PARAMETRIC POLAR SEQ Type of graphing
THICK DOT-THICK THIN DOT-THIN Resets all Y= line styles
SEQUENTIAL SIMUL Whether to plot sequentially or
simultaneously
REAL a+bi re^(qi) Real, rectangular complex, or polar
complex
FULL HORIZONTAL GRAPH-TABLE Full screen, two split-screen modes
FRACTION TYPE: n/d Un/d Displays results as simple fractions or
mixed fractions
ANSWERS: AUTO DEC Controls the format of the answers
STAT DIAGNOSTICS: OFF ON Determines which information is
displayed in a statistical regression
calculation
STAT WIZARDS: ON OFF Determines if syntax help prompts are
provided for optional and required
arguments for many statistical,
regression and distribution commands
and functions
SET CLOCK Sets the time and date
LANGUAGE: FRENCH Sets the display language

MATHPRINT™ CLASSIC
MATHPRINT™mode displays most inputs and outputs the way they are shown in

textbooks, such as and .

CLASSIC mode displays expressions and answers as if written on one line, such as
1/2 + 3/4. (Fraction bars appear as thick lines. A division operation will appear as a
thin slash mark.)
Note:
• Some areas in MATHPRINT™ mode display in classic (one line) formats.
• If you switch between these modes, most entries (except matrix calculations) will
be preserved.

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NORMAL SCI ENG
Answers are displayed in standard formats when the calculation or setting forces a
decimal result on the calculator.

Notation for 12345.67 Decimal answer displays as:

NORMAL 12345.67
12345.67
Retains the decimal notation up to limits
of the calculator display and memory.
SCI (Scientific) 1.234567â4
1.234567 x 104
One digit to the left of the decimal with
the appropriate power of 10 to the right
of *â.
ENG (Engineering) 12.34567â3
12.34567 x 103
Up to three digits before the decimal and
the power of 10 (to the right of â) is a
multiple of three.
Note:
* This â in the display stands for "x10" and the number entered after â becomes the
power of 10.
The keypad contains y D , which displays as â on the calculator. The calculator
notation, â, designates the "x10" part of the number without using extra parentheses.
The calculator then follows the order of operations as expected when using SCI or
ENG notation. This notation, â, is not typically accepted on homework and exams, and
written results should use the standard notation, for example, the 1.234567 x 104.
If you select NORMAL notation, but the answer cannot display in 10 digits (or the
absolute value is less than .001), the TI-82 Advanced Edition Python expresses the
answer in scientific notation.

Setting Up the Calculator Modes 20

FLOAT 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9
FLOAT (floating) decimal mode displays up to 10 digits, plus the sign and decimal.
FLOAT will display in the status bar.
Selecting 0123456789 specifies the number of digits (0 through 9) to display to the
right of the decimal for decimal answers. FIX# will display in the status bar.
The decimal setting applies to NORMAL, SCI, and ENG notation modes.
The decimal setting applies to these numbers, with respect to the ANSWER mode
setting:
• An answer displayed on the home screen
• Coordinates on a graph
• The Tangent( DRAW instruction equation of the line, x, and dy/dx values
• Results of calculated operations
• The regression equation stored after the execution of a regression model

RADIAN DEGREE
Angle modes control how the calculator interprets angle values in trigonometric
functions and polar/rectangular conversions. The RADIAN or DEGREE setting will
display in the status bar.
RADIAN mode interprets angle values as radians. Answers display in radians.
DEGREE mode interprets angle values as degrees. Answers display in degrees. Polar
complex number arguments are always interpreted in radians.

FONCTION PARAMETRIQ POLAIRE SUITE

Graphing modes define the graphing parameters.
FONCTION graphing mode plots functions, where Y is a function of X.
PARAMETRIQ graphing mode plots relations, where X and Y are functions of T.
POLAIRE graphing mode plots functions, where r is a function of q.
SUITE graphing mode plots sequences. Three sequences are available: u, v, and w, with
an option of the independent variables of n, n+1, and n+2.

21 Setting Up the Calculator Modes

THICK DOT-THICK THIN DOT-THIN
Line Style: Graphs as:
THICK Thick line style (default). More pixels displayed around a
plotted point (pixel). Equivalent to CONNECTED on earlier
TI-8x family calculators.
DOT-THICK Large dot plotting. (3x3 pixels). Equivalent to DOT on earlier
TI-8x family calculators.
THIN Thin line style (graphing per pixel). Use THIN for functions
whose graph has an axis as an asymptote or for any
plotting where a more detailed view of the graph is needed
as compared to THICK.
DOT-THIN DOT display is 1 pixel per dot graphed. Use DOT-THIN for
functions whose graph has an axis as an asymptote or for
any plotting where a more detailed view of the graph is
needed as compared to DOT-THICK.

Note:
• You can change individual line styles in the Y= editor.
• Setting a line style plotting mode sets all Y= line styles to the selected style.

SEQUENTIAL SIMUL
SEQUENTIAL graphing-order mode evaluates and plots one function completely before
the next function is evaluated and plotted.
SIMUL (simultaneous) graphing-order mode evaluates and plots all selected functions
for a single value of X and then evaluates and plots them for the next value of X.
Note: Regardless of which graphing mode is selected, the calculator will sequentially
graph all stat plots before it graphs any functions.

REAL a+bi re^(q i)

REAL mode does not display complex results unless complex numbers are entered as
input.

Setting Up the Calculator Modes 22

Two complex modes display complex results.
• a+bi (rectangular complex mode) displays complex numbers in the form a+bi . The
TI-82 Advanced Edition Python supports the n/d fraction template.
• re^(qi ) (polar complex mode) displays complex numbers in the form
re^(qi ).

FULL HORIZONTAL GRAPH-TABLE

FULL screen mode uses the entire screen to display a graph. Each split-screen mode
displays two screens simultaneously.
• HORIZONTAL mode displays the current graph on the top half of the screen and
most other calculator features on the bottom half.
• GRAPH-TABLE mode displays the current graph on the left half of the screen and
plotted lists on the right half.

Horizontal Graph-Table

FRACTION TYPE: n/d Un/d

n/d displays results as a simple fraction. Fractions may contain a maximum of six
digits in the numerator; the value of the denominator may not exceed 9999.
Un/d displays results as a mixed number, if applicable. U, n, and d must be all be
integers. If U is a non-integer, the result may be converted U n/d. If n or d is a non-
integer, a syntax error is displayed. The whole number, numerator, and denominator
may each contain a maximum of three digits.

23 Setting Up the Calculator Modes

ANSWERS: AUTO DEC
AUTO displays answers in a similar format as the input. For example, if a fraction is
entered in an expression, the answer will be in fraction form, if possible. If a decimal
appears in the expression, the output will be a decimal number. Affiche les résultats
dans les formats suivants : décimal, fraction, radical ou p (si pris en charge).
DEC displays answers as integers or decimal numbers.
Note: The ANSWERS mode setting also affects how values in sequences, lists, and
tables are displayed. You can also convert values from decimal to fraction or fraction to
decimal using }FRAC, }DEC, and }F| }D located in the FRAC shortcut menu or the MATH
submenu.

STAT DIAGNOSTICS: OFF ON

OFF displays a statistical regression calculation without the correlation coefficient (r)
or the coefficient of determination (r2).
ON displays a statistical regression calculation with the correlation coefficient (r), and
the coefficient of determination (r2), as appropriate.

STAT WIZARDS: ON OFF

ON : Selection of menu items in MATH PROB, STAT, CALC, DISTR DISTR, DISTR DRAW and
seq( in LIST OPS displays a screen which provides syntax help (wizard) for the entry of
required and optional arguments into the command or function. The function or
command will paste the entered arguments to the Home Screen history or to most
other locations where the cursor is available for input. Some calculations will compute
directly from the wizard. If a command or function is accessed from N the
command or function will paste without wizard support.
If no wizard is available, use Catalog Help for more syntax help when needed. To use
Catalog Help, select a menu item and then press Ã.
OFF: The function or command will paste to the cursor location with no syntax help
(wizard).

SET CLOCK
Use the clock to set the time and date, select the clock display format, and turn the
clock on and off. The clock is turned on by default and is accessed from the mode
screen.

Setting Up the Calculator Modes 24

Displaying the Clock Settings
1. Press z.
2. Press } } } to move the cursor to SET
CLOCK.
3. Press Í to change clock settings.

Note: You may have to reset the clock if your battery power runs out.
See education.ti.com for future updates on the battery and battery preservation
features.
Turning the Clock On and Off
1. Press y N.
2. Press † or } to scroll the CATALOG until the selection cursor points to ClockOff
or ClockOn.
3. Press Í Í.

LANGUAGE
Press ~ or | on the LANGUAGE spinner menu to select a language. Press † or } to
set the selected language.
Note:
• The calculator will retain your language setting for most resets of the calculator.
Using the Special Character Set
Use the special character set at the top of CATALOG to add special characters and
accent marks for display messages and text strings stored to a variable. You cannot,
however, use them in variable names.

1. Press y N to display the

CATALOG.
Note: CARACTÈRES is always the first
item in the CATALOG.

2. Press Í to display the

CARACTÈRES screen.
Accent marks appear in the menus at
the bottom of the screen.

25 Setting Up the Calculator Modes

3. You can:
• Select a special character:
a) Press |, ~, †, or } to move the box to the special character that you want
to use in a message or text string.
b) Press Í to place the character on the edit line.
c) Press |, ~, †, or } to move the box to Done.
d) Press Í to paste the contents of the edit line to the previous screen.
-or-

• Add an accent mark to a character:

a) Press the function key (^ , _ , ` , a , or b ) immediately above the accent
mark to select it. The ALPHA uppercase mode is automatically turned on. To
change to lowercase, press ƒ.
b) Press the key associated with the alpha character that you want to accent, for
example, [A] (above »). The accented character is displayed in the edit
line.
c) Press |, ~, †, or } to move the box to Done.
d) Press Í to paste the contents of the edit line to the previous screen.

Setting Up the Calculator Modes 26

Evaluating Expressions
An expression is a group of
• numbers,
• variables,
• functions and their arguments,
-or-
• a combination of these elements.
An expression evaluates to a single answer.
On the TI-82 Advanced Edition Python, you enter an expression in the same order as
you would write it on paper. For example: pR 2 is an expression.

Order of Operations
The TI-82 Advanced Edition Python uses an order of operations system called
Equation Operating System (EOS™), which
• defines the order in which functions in expressions are entered and evaluated
-and-
• allows you to enter numbers and functions in a simple, straightforward sequence.
EOS™ evaluates the functions in an expression in this order:

Order Function

1 Functions that precede the argument, such as sin( or log(

2 Functions that are entered after the argument, such as 2, -1, !, ¡, r, and
conversions

3 5
Powers and roots, such as 2 or

4 Permutations ( nPr) and combinations ( nCr)

5 Multiplication, implied multiplication, and division

6 Addition and subtraction

7 Relational functions, such as > or

8 Logic operator and

9 Logic operators or and xor

27 Evaluating Expressions
Note: Within a priority level, EOS™ evaluates functions from left to right. Calculations
within parentheses are evaluated first. A number in scientific or engineering notation,
2.34â6, is interpreted as (2.3x106) with parentheses so the number remains the correct
value during the EOS™ calculation.
Implied Multiplication
The TI-82 Advanced Edition Python recognizes implied multiplication, so you do not
need to press ¯ to express multiplication in all cases. For example, the TI-82
Advanced Edition Python interprets 2p, 4sin(46) , 5(1+2) , and (2ä 5)7 as implied
multiplication.
Note: TI-82 Advanced Edition Python implied multiplication rules differ from those of
some other graphing calculators. For example:

Expression TI-82 Advanced Edition Other

Python Calculators
evaluates as may evaluate as
1à2X (1à2)X 1à(2X)
Parentheses
The TI-82 Advanced Edition Python completes all calculations inside a pair of
parentheses first. For example, in the expression 4(1+2) , EOS™ first evaluates the
expression inside the parentheses, 1+2, and then multiplies the answer, 3, by 4.

Negation
To enter a negative number, use the negation key. Press k and then enter the
number. On the TI-82 Advanced Edition Python, negation is in the third level in the
EOS™ hierarchy. Functions in the first level, such as squaring, are evaluated before
negation.

Example: MX2, evaluates to a negative number (or 0). Use parentheses to square a
negative number.

Evaluating Expressions 28
Note: Use the j key for subtraction and the k key for negation. If you press j to
enter a negative number, as in 9 ¯ ¹ 7, or if you press k to indicate subtraction, as
in 9 k 7, an error occurs. If you press ƒ A k ƒ B, it is interpreted as implied
multiplication ( A)(MB).

Entering Expressions and Instructions

You can use an expression on the home screen to calculate an answer. In most places
where a value is required, you can use an expression to enter a value.

Expressions evaluate to the

(approximate) decimal display

Toggle Answers - AUTO Mode

On the home screen, if the cursor displays as ◄►, press — to change the number
format* of the answer. Fractions, radicals and p values are retained in results up to
computation rules for a numeric calculator. When fraction, radical and p answers are
not supported, only the decimal result will display.
*Note: Some answers will retain fraction, square root, or p representations if used in a
calculation.

29 Evaluating Expressions
Entering an Expression
To create an expression, you enter numbers, variables, and functions using the
keyboard and menus. An expression is evaluated when you press Í, regardless of
the cursor location. The entire expression is evaluated according to EOS™ rules, and the
answer is displayed according to the mode setting for Answer.
Most TI-82 Advanced Edition Python functions and operations are symbols comprising
several characters. You must enter the symbol from the keyboard or a menu; do not
spell it out. For example:
• To calculate the log of 45, you must press « 45. Do not enter the letters L, O, and
G. If you enter LOG, the TI-82 Advanced Edition Python interprets the entry as
implied multiplication of the variables L, O, and G.
• When working with matrices, do not type the individual keys for [ , A, and ]. Use
the NAMES menu in ¾ to paste the matrix name [A] to the cursor position.
Calculate 3.76 P (L7.9 + ‡ 5) + 2 log 45.

MathPrint™ Classic
3 Ë 76 ¥ £ k 7 Ë 9 Ã y C 5 ~ 3 Ë 76 ¥ £ k 7 Ë 9 Ã y C 5
¤ Ã 2 « 45 ¤ Í ¤ ¤ Ã 2 « 45 ¤ Í
Note: The ~ is a notable keystroke
difference as compared to Classic.

Note: In MathPrint™ mode, press ~ to get out of the MathPrint™ template and
continue entering the expression.
Multiple Entries on a Line
To enter two or more expressions or instructions on a line, separate them with colons
(ƒ m). All instructions are stored together in last entry y [ (above
Í).

Evaluating Expressions 30
Entering a Number in Scientific Notation
1. Enter the part of the number that precedes the exponent. This value can be an
expression.
2. Press y D . â is pasted to the cursor location.
3. Enter the exponent, which can be one or two digits.
Note:
• If the exponent is negative, press k , and then enter the exponent.
• â stands for "x10" and the calculator interprets the entire number
as (123.45 x 10-2) as if it was entered with parentheses.

When you enter a number in scientific notation, the TI-82 Advanced Edition Python
does not automatically display answers in scientific or engineering notation. The mode
settings and the size of the number determine the display format.
Polar Complex Numeric Expressions and Commands
Set z to REAL or POLAR and RADIAN angle to work with complex exponential
functions using J. Selected radian angle values, multiples of π/12, will support exact
radial answers for the TI-82 Advanced Edition Python.

Real Mode Conversions

Polar Mode Conversions

31 Evaluating Expressions
• Use J to enter the exponential function and argument. This function always
interprets the angle in radian. If Degree mode is set, expect a domain error and
change the mode to radian.
• When attempting a conversion from polar to rectangular and back to polar
representation, use y Z when exact results are expected.
Commands Using Complex Numbers
The » CMPLX menu contains useful commands when working with complex
numbers.

Functions
A function returns a value. For example, log( and sin( are functions. In general, the first
letter of each function is lowercase. Most functions take at least one argument, as
indicated by an open parenthesis following the name. For example, sin( requires one
argument, sin ( value).
Note: To see the arguments of a function or command in the calculator, find the item
in a menu or y N and press +. For most menu items, a Catalog Help screen
will display and the syntax of the arguments will be displayed.

Evaluating Expressions 32
Instructions
An instruction (command) initiates an action on the calculator. For example, ClrDraw is
an instruction to the calculator to clear drawn elements from a graph. Instructions
cannot be used in expressions. In general, the first letter of each instruction name is
uppercase. Some instructions take more than one argument, as indicated by an open
parenthesis at the end of the name. For example, on the TI-82 Advanced Edition
Python, Circle( requires three arguments, and has two optional arguments:
Circle( X,Y,radius[,color,linestyle ])
Interrupting a Calculation
To interrupt a calculation or graph in progress, which is indicated by the busy indicator
in the status bar, press É.
When you interrupt a calculation, a menu is displayed.
• To return to the home screen, select 1:Quit.
• To go to the location of the interruption, select 2:Goto.
When you interrupt a graph, a partial graph is displayed.
• To return to the home screen, press ‘ or any non-graphing key.
• To restart graphing, press a graphing key or select a graphing instruction.
TI-82 Advanced Edition Python Edit Keys

Keystrokes Result
~ or | • Moves the cursor within an expression; these keys repeat if held down
on the keypad.
} or † • Moves the cursor from line to line within an expression that occupies
more than one line; these keys repeat if held down on the keypad.
• Moves the cursor from term to term within an expression in
MathPrint™ mode; these keys repeat if held down on the keypad.
• On the home screen, scrolls through the history of entries and
answers.
y| • Moves the cursor to the beginning of an expression.
y~ • Moves the cursor to the end of an expression.
ƒ} • Moves the cursor out of a MathPrint™ expression and up into history
on the home screen.
• Moves the cursor from a MathPrint™ expression to the previous var Y
in the f(x) editor.
ƒ† • Moves the cursor from a MathPrint™ expression to the next var Y in
the
f(x) editor.
Í • Evaluates an expression or executes an instruction.
‘ • Clears the current line on a line with text on the home screen.

33 Evaluating Expressions
Keystrokes Result
• Clears everything on the home screen on a blank line on the home
screen. This does not clear the history of your entries and answers.
• Press } to see the history.
• Use Clear Entries* followed by ‘ if you wish to delete all home
screen entries.
*Clear Entries is found in N.
• Clears the expression or value where the cursor is located in an editor;
it does not store a zero.
{ • Deletes a character at the cursor; this key repeats if held down on the
keypad.
y • Changes the cursor to an underline (__); inserts characters in front of
{ the underline cursor; to end insertion, press y 6 or press |,
}, ~, or †.
y • Changes the cursor or status bar indicator to Þ ; the next keystroke
performs a 2nd function (displayed above a key and to the left); to
cancel 2nd, press y again.
ƒ • Changes the cursor or status bar indicator to Ø ; the next keystroke
performs a third function of that key (displayed above a key and to the
right) or accesses a shortcut menu. To cancel ƒ, press ƒ or
press |, }, ~, or †.
y • Changes the cursor to Ø ; sets alpha-lock; subsequent keystrokes
7 access the third functions of the keys pressed; to cancel alpha-lock,
press ƒ. If you are prompted to enter a name such as for a group
or a program, alpha-lock is set automatically.
Note: The TI-82 Advanced Edition Python does not automatically set
alpha-lock for entries that require list names.
„ • Pastes an X in FONCTION mode, a T in PARAMETRIQ mode, a q in
Polaire mode, or an n in SUITE mode with one keystroke.

Evaluating Expressions 34
Working with Graphs
This section covers how to change color options on a graph, how to draw points on a
graph, and how to insert an image as a background on a graph.

Using Color on the TI-82 Advanced Edition Python Graphing

Calculator
The TI-82 Advanced Edition Python graphing calculator has many color options and a
high-resolution display that allows more information to be shown on the screen. The
TI-82 Advanced Edition Python uses color in the following ways:
• f(x) editor for line color.
• DRAW commands for line color, such as vertical lines, circles, and text on the graph
screen.
• The graph format screen for grid, axes, or border color, and applying a background
image or color.
• Statistical Plots.
Color options for various features are accessed via a spinner menu. With the cursor on
a color selection for a feature, use the | and ~ to change the color. When the cursor
is on any spinner menu, the context help in the status bar frequently displays the hint:
PRESS [<] OR [>] TO SELECT AN OPTION.
Note: Take care to choose appropriate color combinations for the graph areas so that
all features are visible.
Resetting Color Options to Default
• With the cursor on a function in [Y=], press ‘ ‘ to return to the default
color and line style for that function.
• You can reset the calculator to its default settings, including color settings, by
pressing y L ¬ Á Á.
Using Color on the Graph Screen
The examples below show how to set up the graph of a function. Here, the mode is set
to FONCTION and the default settings are assumed.

Enter an equation in the f(x) editor.

1. Press o.
2. Press k „ ¡ Ã 6.

To set the line color in the f(x) editor:

35 Working with Graphs

1. Press | to highlight the color and line style
indicator.
2. Press Í.
The spinner dialog displays. Notice the second line
in the status bar, which displays hints.
3. Press ~ ~ ~ to place the cursor box on the color
and line style at the left of the screen and press
Í.
4. Press ~ ~ ~ to select MAGENTA.
5. Press †.
Note: The thick line style is the default. It can be changed by pressing | or ~.
6. Press † to highlight OK and then press Í.

To set a Background Image:

1. Press y ..
Set GridColor, Axes, and BorderColor as desired.
2. Press } or † as necessary to highlight
Background.
The spinner menu becomes active.
3. Press | or ~ to select the desired Background Image or color.
Note: Your Image Vars may be different than the one displayed.
Note: To create Background Image Vars, use the free TI Connect™ CE v5.6.3 or
higher software to convert and send images to your TI-82 Advanced Edition
Python graphing calculator.
4. Press r to see the graph and trace points.
Note: You can manipulate the graph to “fit” an
object in the Background Image Var. You can also
use QuickPlot and Fit Equation to fit an equation to
a shape. (See QuickPlot.)

Working with Graphs 36

Using QuickPlot and Fit Equation
QuickPlot and Fit Equation allows you to drop points on a graph screen and model a
curve to those points using regression functions. You can select color and line style,
draw points on a graph, and choose an equation to fit the drawn points. You can then
store the results of the plot and equation.
QuickPlot and Fit Equation is an option in the … CALC menu.
Prior to starting the QuickPlot and Fit Equation interactive feature on the graph area,
be sure to set your Background Image Var and other graph settings from the FORMAT
screen. Also set your WINDOW or ZOOM settings.

Drop points on the Calculate the regression

screen. Points can be equation, draw the curve,
saved to lists. and store the function.

Working With Images

The TI-82 Advanced Edition Python uses both pictures and background images. They are
both stored in Flash archive, but they are used in different ways.
Using Pictures and Backgrounds
• Image Vars (Image1 - Image9, and Image0) are variables stored in archive
memory. An Image Var is used as a Background Image in the graph area. Several
images are pre-loaded on the TI-82 Advanced Edition Python. You can also convert
.gif, .jpg, .png, .tif, and .bmp images to TI-82 Advanced Edition Python Image Vars
in TI Connect™ CE software and load them to the calculator. You cannot create
images on the calculator.
Note: TI Connect™ CE v5.6.3 or higher software is available as a free download
from education.ti.com/go/download.
• Pic Vars (Pic1 - Pic 9, and Pic0) are also variables stored in archive memory. Pic
Vars can be created by drawing in the graphing area, and the changes saved and
recalled to the graphing area. Saving a Pic Var will not include the Background
Image behind your graphing area.
• Both Image Vars and Pic Vars are stored and run in Flash archive, not in RAM. They
are both accessible in the VARS menu.
• Image Vars and Pic Vars can only be shared with another TI-82 Advanced Edition
Python graphing calculator.
• TI-82 Advanced Edition Python Pic Vars cannot be shared with the TI-82 Advanced.
• If you perform a RAM reset on the TI-82 Advanced Edition Python, the Image Vars
and Pic Vars remain in Archive memory for use.

37 Working with Graphs

Using Piecewise Function Graphing
How to enter a piecewise function
1. Press ».
2. Press }or † to scroll to B:piecewise( .
3. Press Í.
4. Press | or ~ to select the number of
pieces (1-5) for the function.
5. Press † Í to select OK.
6. Enter functions in the o editor.

7. Press q 6:ZStandard to set the standard

window and graph.

Conditions Menu y :
The CONDITIONS menu, y : | pastes several characters at once in the
condition part of the piecewise template for quicker entry.

Note: The piecewise conditions are entered using the relations found in y :
(above »). These relations are typically used for True(1)/False(0) testing in
programming on the calculator.

Working with Graphs 38

Special Information when using intervals in the condition part of the piecewise
template:
Textbook format for an interval, such as -2 { X { 5, is allowed only when entered
directly in the condition part of the piecewise template in the calculator. Do not use
this format in other locations in the calculator for the same interval interpretation.
Note that if an interval form is selected from the CONDITIONS menu, the interval form
will paste in the correct logical format for an interval as, for example, -2 + X and X + 5.
This is the correct format for all features in the calculator to give the expected logical
test result True(1)/False(0) and will also give the correct X interval in piecewise
graphing.
Note:
• Overlapping intervals: The graph is plotted from left (Xmin) to right (Xmax). For
each value of X from left to right, the calculator looks for the first valid expression
to calculate the Y value. Overlapping intervals are allowed and will be graphed
according to the first valid expression that can be computed for an X value.
Tips
• Once a piecewise template is selected with a certain number of pieces, you will
not be able to add or delete a piece. You may select a larger number of pieces and
enter zeros (False) to have placeholder rows. This is helpful when creating
drawings using functions on the graph screen.
• The piecewise function uses one MathPrint™ level out of a maximum of four. You
may see the checkerboard cursor ( ) when you enter a function in the template,
but that function is allowed if entered outside of a piecewise template. To keep
the maximum number of MathPrint™ levels desired, enter the function in another
YVar, such as Y3, and then use Y3 in the piecewise template.
• You can enter a function from the Home Screen. You can use this method to enter
a "tall" function with many pieces. For example, "2X"!Y1:

• You can edit or view a function from o on the home screen if needed and store
the function back to o. Remember the format, "2X"!Y1.
- Quote: ƒ W
- Recall the YVar: y K ƒ a (select a YVar) and Í
- Close quote and store: ƒ W ¿
- Select the YVar: ƒ a and Í

39 Working with Graphs

Working with Tables
When a function is entered in the f(x) editor, you can view a table of values by pressing
y 0.

When a cell is highlighted, press — to see the supported numeric formats displayed in
the lower edit area on the screen.
Note: The table setup, y -, determines how table values are displayed.
Check the table setup values if the table results are not in expected formats of fraction,
radical or π. Using a decimal or a mix of fraction, radical or π will not retain exact in
most instances.

Working with Tables 40

Working with Matrices
You can enter matrices using the matrix editor on your graphing calculator. For
example, you can perform the following operations on matrices:

• Addition • Inverses
• Division • Multiplication
• Elementary Row Operations • Subtraction

Using the matrix editor

1. Press ¾.
2. Press ~ to navigate to the EDIT submenu.
3. Select from one of 10 allowed matrix variable names [A] – [J].
4. Enter the dimension of the matrix, then enter values in each matrix cell.
Note: Once in the editor, use the arrow keys to navigate between cells.
Example:
Matrix [C] as a 3x3 matrix is now in memory.

Note: When a cell is highlighted, press — to see the supported numeric formats
displayed in the lower edit area on the screen.

Performing a calculation with a matrix

1. Press y 5 to go to the Home Screen.
2. Press ¾ use the MATH submenu to select a matrix command.
3. Use the NAMES submenu to paste the matrix name.
Note: A matrix name, such as [C], is a special character and can ONLY be pasted
for a calculation from the ¾ NAMES menu and not typed from the calculator
keypad.
Example:
To find the determinant of [C] as entered above:
▶ Use the ¾ MATH menu to paste the
- 1: det( command

41 Working with Matrices

 -and-
- ¾ NAMES 3: [C]
as matrix variables to the Home Screen.

Note: Remember that you cannot type in a matrix name from the calculator keypad.
Use the ¾ NAMES menu to paste a matrix name.

Working with Matrices 42

Working with Probability and Statistics
This section covers probability and statistics functions and instructions (commands).
• Probability features deal with random numbers, which are generated by algorithms
on the calculator.
• Statistics features allow you to create lists of data, then plot or analyze that data.
Working with Probability
You can find probability features in the » PROB submenu.
Many probability features have Stat Wizards to help you enter the syntax.
Example:
To generate a set of five random integers between 10 and 25 (inclusive):
1. Press », then press ~ until you highlight PROB.
2. Press † until you highlight 5: nbrAléatEnt( , then Í.

3. Enter the lower integer, then Í.

4. Enter the upper integer, then Í.
5. Enter the number of integers ( n), then Í.

6. Press Í to Paste.

43 Working with Probability and Statistics

7. Press Í again to see the random set of integers.

Note: With each rand execution, the TI-82 Advanced Edition Python generates the
same random-number sequence for a given seed value. The TI-82 Advanced Edition
Python factory-set seed value for rand is 0. To generate a different random-number
sequence, store any nonzero seed value to rand. To restore the factory-set seed value,
store 0 to rand, or reset the defaults by going to y L 7:Reset... 2:Defaults....
Note: The seed value also affects nbrAléatEnt( , nbrAléatRéel( , and nbrAléatBin(
instructions.

Working with Probability and Statistics 44

Working with Statistics
You can find statistics commands in the … menu. You can create lists of data, then
plot or analyze that data using the statistics commands.
You can use the following statistics functions:

Description Keys

Best fit equations (regressions) …~}†

Define and store up to three stat plot definitions y,

Distributions y=

List-based statistical analysis y9~~

Logistic and sine regression analysis …~}†

One- and two-variable analysis … ~ À and … ~ Á

Statistical tests …~~

Inferential Statistics
You can perform 16 hypothesis tests and confidence intervals and 15 distribution
functions. You can display hypothesis test results graphically or numerically.
To enter lists of data:
1. Press … .
2. Select 1: ÉDIT in the EDIT submenu, then Í.

45 Working with Probability and Statistics

3. Enter your data into list columns.
Note: Once in the list editor, use the arrow keys to enter the data in the lists. L1 – L6
are built-in list names. Custom list names can be created by scrolling to a blank list
name and pressing Í.

Note: When a cell is highlighted, press — to see the supported numeric formats
displayed in the lower edit area on the screen.
To plot this data:
4. Press y , .
5. Press 1: Plot1 (to set up a scatter plot for L1 and L2), then Í.

6. Press | to highlight On.

7. Press q to automatically set up a graphing window for your data.

8. Press 9: ZoomStat to see the graph.
9. Press r and arrow keys to trace on the plot.

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 Exact values may display as decimals when tracing on a graph or plot.
You can plot your statistics data in these ways:
• Scatter plot
• xyLine
• Histogram
• Regular or Modified box-and-whisker plot
• Normal probability plot

To find the two variable statistics for L1 and L2:

1. Press … .
2. Press ~ to highlight CALC.
3. Press † until you highlight 2:2-Var Stats , then Í.

4. Press † until you highlight Calculate, then Í.

▶ The screen will display the variable statistics.

Note: Most common probability and statistics commands will have an assistant to
prompt for syntax (values). The built-in Catalog Help is also available by pressing
the à key on most menu items. This opens an editor to help you fill in the syntax
(values) needed in a calculation.

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Working with Variables
You can enter and use several types of data, including real and complex numbers,
matrices, lists, functions, stat plots, graph databases, graph pictures, and strings.

Using Variable Names

Variables and Defined Items
You can enter and use several types of data, including real and complex numbers,
matrices, lists, functions, stat plots, graph databases, graph pictures, and strings.
The TI-82 Advanced Edition Python uses assigned names for variables and other items
saved in memory. For lists, you also can create your own five-character names.

Variable Type Names

Real numbers A, B, ... , Z, q

(including fractions)

Complex numbers A, B, ... , Z, q

Matrices ãAä, ãBä, ãCä, ... , ãJä

To enter a matrix name:
Press ¾.
The Matrix Names menu appears.
Press the number on the keypad that corresponds with the
desired Matrix Name.
Ex: Press 1 for [A] as shown below.

Lists* L1, L2, L3, L4, L5, L6, and user-defined names

Functions Y1, Y2, ... , Y9, Y0

Parametric X1T and Y1T , ... , X6T and Y6T

equations

Polaire functions r1, r2, r3, r4, r5, r6

Sequence functions u, v, w

Stat plots Plot1, Plot2, Plot3

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 Variable Type Names

Graphical databases GDB1, GDB2, ... , GDB9, GDB0

Save current equations from f(x) and Window settings to
re-use.

Background images Image1, Image2, ... , Image9, Image0

Pictures Pic1, Pic2, ... , Pic9, Pic0

Strings Str1, Str2, ... , Str9, Str0

Apps Applications

AppVars Application variables

Groups Grouped variables

Save a group of allowed calculator files for sharing or to
re-use when setting up a classroom.

System variables Xmin, Xmax, and others

* Once a list contains a complex number, it is designated as a complex list. To change

a list to Real numbers, delete the list and enter the Real values.
Notes about Variables
• If numeric files contain exact radical or π values, the files will only share with the
TI-82 Advanced Edition Python.
• You can create as many list names as memory will allow.
• From the home screen or from a program, you can store to matrices, lists, strings,
and system variables such as Xmax, TblStart, and all f(x) functions.
• From an editor, you can store to matrices, lists, and f(x) functions.
• From the home screen, a program, or an editor, you can store a value to a matrix
element or a list element.
• You can use DRAW STO menu items to store and recall Pic Vars.
• Although most variables can be archived, system variables including r, T, X, Y, and q
cannot be archived.
Note: In TI-Basic programming, it is best practice to avoid using these system
variables to avoid unexpected changes in the variable value due to calculations and
graphing when executing a program.
• AppVars is a variable holder used to store variables created by independent
applications. You cannot edit or change variables in AppVars unless you do so
through the application that created them.

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Storing Variable Values
Values are stored to and recalled from memory using variable names. When you
evaluate an expression that contains a variable name, the graphing calculator
substitutes the value currently stored in that variable.
To store a value to a variable from the home screen or a program using the ¿ key,
begin on a blank line and follow these steps.
1. Enter the value you want to store. The value can be an expression.
2. Press ¿.
! is copied to the cursor location.
3. Press ƒ and then the letter of the variable to which you want to store the
value.
4. Press Í. The graphing calculator evaluates the expression and stores the value
to the variable.

Displaying a Variable Value

To display the value of a variable, enter the variable name on a blank line on the home
screen, and then press Í.

Archiving Variables (Archive, Unarchive)

You can store variables in the TI-82 Advanced Edition Python user data archive, a
protected area of memory separate from RAM. The user data archive lets you:
• Store data, programs, applications or any other variables to a safe location where
they cannot be edited or deleted inadvertently.
• Create additional free RAM by archiving variables.
By archiving variables that you do not need to edit frequently, you can free up RAM for
applications that may require additional memory.

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The graphing calculator places an asterisk (ä) to the left of archived variables in most
menus as well as in y L 2:Mem Management. If needed, you can use the
Archive/UnArchive variables to manage the memory location.
Example:
If you archive a list named L1, you will see that it exists in memory. However, if you
select and paste the name L1 to the home screen, it will not display on the home
screen. You must unarchive it in order to see its contents and edit it.
Note: Image Vars are run and stored in archive, but when an Image Var displays in
VARS 4:Picture & Background, the BACKGROUND menu does not display the asterisk ä.

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Recalling Variable Values
To recall and copy variable contents to the current cursor location, follow these steps.
To leave Rpl, press ‘.
1. Press y K. Rpl and the edit cursor are displayed on the bottom line of the
screen.
2. Enter the name of the variable in one of the following ways:
• Press ƒ and then the letter of the variable.
• Press y 9, and then select the name of the list, or press y d or
e, and so forth.
• Press ¾, and then select the name of the matrix.
• Press ½ to display the VARS menu or ½ ~ to display the VARS VAR Y menu;
then select the type and then the name of the variable or function.
• Press ƒ a to display the VAR Y shortcut menu, then select the name of
the function.
The variable name you selected is displayed on the bottom line and the cursor
disappears.

3. Press Í. The variable contents are inserted where the cursor was located
before you began these steps.

Notes
• You can edit the characters pasted to the expression without affecting the
value in memory.
• You can use Rpl in the f(x) editor to paste a current function to a new VAR Y to
avoid retyping long expressions.

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Solving Equations
Press ™ to access the built-in numeric solver, Résoudre..., and the pre-loaded
polynomial and systems of equations solver, PlySmlt2 App.

Numeric Solver

Polynomial Solver

System of Equations Solver

Numeric Solver
1. Enter an equation as expression 1=expression 2 ( E1=E2).
You may enter more than one variable, but you will have to select one variable to
solve. The other variables used will take on the value stored in the calculator.
2. Press OK.

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3. Place the cursor on the variable to solve. For this example, the variable is X.
The current value of X stored in the calculator is displayed (X=0).
You should enter a value close to your estimate of the solution. If needed, you can look
at the intersection of the graph of both sides of your equation or use the table of
values to know more about your problem. Here, X=0 is a reasonable starting point for
the calculator computation.
Bound – {-1E99, 1E99} represents the calculator version of the Real Number line:
{-1x1099, 1x1099}. You can change this interval if you know about where the solution
lies given your study of a graph or table. For most textbook problems, you probably will
not have to change this line.
4. Press ™.
5. Check your solution. The calculator checks the solution it generated.
Interpreting the Numeric Solver Screen
Always read the context help line for tips.

The solution will be marked with a small

square.

(Advanced) Bounds gives the interval where the solution is found. Here,
{-1E99, 1E99} is {-1x1099, 1x1099} which has the calculator looking for the solution
within a very large interval of numbers. You can adjust this interval if you do not get
all the solutions to your equation by limiting the values to a smaller interval. Here,
there is only one solution, X=-2.
E1-E2=0 ( expression 1 = expression 2) is finding the difference of the left hand side of
your equation, E1 with X=-2 and the right hand side of your equation, E2 with X=-2.
The difference is zero. The equation balances.
X=-2 is the solution. (Advanced: When E1=E2 is not zero, but is a small value, the
calculator algorithm likely gave a result close to the exact answer but within some
tolerance of the calculator arithmetic.)

Solving Equations 54
Polynomial Solver
The Polynomial Equation Solver App comes pre-loaded on your calculator as an App.
1. Press ™ to access this solver.
2. Select 2: PlySmlt2.

3. Select 1: RACINES D'UN POLYNōME from the MAIN MENU.

4. Select DEGRÉ 2 with all default settings as shown.

5. Press the shortcut key [SUIV.] (s)

6. Enter the polynomial.

7. Press ™ (s).

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8. View the solution.

9. Press — (s) to change number format to decimal and back.

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System of Equations Solver
The Systems of Equations Solver App comes pre-loaded on your calculator as an App.
This solver can be accessed in the ™ menu.
1. Select 2: PlySmlt2.

2. Select 2: SOLVEUR SYST D'ÉQUATIONS from the MAIN MENU.

3. Select ÉQUATIONS 2 and INCONNUES 2 with all default settings as shown.

4. Press the shortcut key [SUIV.] (s).

5. Enter the system as shown.

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6. Press ™ (s).

7. Press — (s) to change number format to decimal and back. Radical and π
results may not be supported in the system solver.

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Managing Calculator Files
Transferring calculator files to the TI-82 Advanced Edition Python
You can transfer calculator files between two TI-82 Advanced Edition Python
calculators by connecting the unit-unit USB cable to the USB port at the top of the
calculators. Use the menu items in [2nde] [échanger] to first set up one calculator to
receive and then select files from the menus on the other calculator to send.
You can transfer files to your TI-82 Advanced Edition Python calculator by two methods.
1. Use the unit-unit USB cable to link two TI-82 Advanced Edition Python calculators.
Set up the receiving
calculator.
y 8 RECEVOIR

Set up the sending

calculator by selecting files
and transfer to connected
calculator.

y 8 ENVOYER
Allow the complete
transfer of files before
removing the unit-unit
USB cable.

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2. Use the calculator-computer USB cable to connect the TI-82 Advanced Edition
Python to a computer and use TI Connect™ CE v5.6.3 or higher to manage allowed
calculator files. See education.ti.com/fr to install the free TI Connect™ CE v5.6.3 or
higher to manage your calculator files and take screen captures.
Most CE calculator data files such as list, matrix, Python programs (PY AppVars),
TI-Basic programs, Image Vars, etc. will send to the TI-82 Advanced Edition Python.
If not compatible, once on the TI-82 Advanced Edition Python, you will see a Var
version error. For Python programs, run the program. If the imported module in the
program is not available in Python82 App, the Shell will return an error message.
App transfer or management such as delete is not allowed on the TI-82 Advanced
Edition Python. TI-82 Advanced Edition Python Apps will not display in the Explorer
Workspace in TI Connect™ CE v5.6.3 or higher.

Transferring the OS from calculator to calculator

You can transfer the operating system from one calculator to another using a USB unit-
to-unit cable.
Connect two calculators of the same model by firmly inserting the USB cable ends into
the calculators. The USB port is located on the top right side of the calculator.
Warning: Use the correct graphing calculator file specific for your model if using
TI Connect™ CE v5.6.3 or higher. Only connect to the same model of calculator when
sending an OS from one graphing calculator to another graphing calculator.

Receiving calculator:
y8~Í

When you press Í, the graphing calculator displays the

message En attente...

Sending calculator:
y 8 } } Í.

Managing Calculator Files 60

Exam Mode and Exam LED
Use Press-to-Test to manage exams using TI graphing calculators.
The examiner will tell you when to set your calculator in exam mode.
• Press-to-Test is a three-key sequence to place the TI-82 Advanced Edition Python in
the allowed state for an exam.
• The Exam LED will blink amber when you have properly set the calculator up for the
exam.
• You can create TI-Basic programs during the exam.
• Press-to-Test Mode:
- Deletes all RAM and Archive files with exceptions:
- Retains TI-developed Apps.
- Disables Pics, Images, and Program variables.
- Sets Mode settings to default.
Using Press-to-Test Mode
1. Turn the calculator OFF.
2. Press and hold down the ‘, Í and É keys, and then release.
3. The RESET OPTIONS screen displays.
4. Press OK to first validate any loaded TI Apps and then set up the exam mode.
When validation and test mode setup is complete, the confirmation screen will
display.

Note: A validation screen may display when entering Exam Mode. Please wait
while the files are validated.
5. Press any key to place the calculator in test mode.
6. Exam LED will blink amber.

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Note:
• A blue status bar is shown on the TI-82 Advanced Edition Python when in EXAM
MODE and EXAM MODE ENABLED.
• All variables, including AppVars, stored in RAM and in archived memory are
deleted.
• Pic & Image Vars are disabled.

• In memory management (y L Mem Management/Delete), disabled files

will display with the not equal sign.
Bringing a Calculator Out of Exam Mode
You can re-enable all disabled calculator files by using one of the following methods:
• Use TI Connect™ CE Actions > Calculatrices Couleur : quitter le Mode Examen to
quit the exam mode on any connected graphing calculator. You may also send a
calculator file to the connected graphing calculator to quit from exam mode.
• Link two TI-82 Advanced Edition Python graphing calculators using a unit-to-unit
USB cable and then transfer a file by using y 8, ENVOYER RECEVOIR.
To clear a calculator of files created during an exam:
1. Turn off the calculator while in exam mode.
2. "Re-Press-to-Test" - press and hold down the ‘, Í and É keys, and then
release.
3. Select OK when you see the Reset Verification Screen. The calculator is now
"clean."
Tip: To preserve battery life, quit Exam Mode Press-to-Test after the exam using TI
Connect™ CE v5.6.3 or higher.

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Using Applications (Apps)
These applications are on your TI-82 Advanced Edition Python.
Update your calculator with the latest TI-82 Advanced Edition Python OS file which
includes TI-82 Advanced Edition Python Apps at education.ti.com/fr.
Press y Πto see the complete list of applications on the TI-82 Advanced Edition
Python.
Note: Apps cannot send or receive to a TI-82 Advanced Edition Python calculator. Apps
cannot be deleted. The following Apps are contained in the TI-82 Advanced Edition
Python operating system.

CellSheet™ App
Combines spreadsheet functionality with the power of a graphing calculator.
Create cell formulas and use built-in functions.
Cells can contain:
• Integers
• Real numbers
• Formulas
• Variables
• Text and numeric strings
• Functions
Each spreadsheet contains 999 rows and 26 columns. The amount of data you can
enter is limited only by the available RAM.
• Store (x,y) coordinate pairs to lists for viewing and optimizing functions for linear
programming.

Inequality Graphing App

Gives you new features for graphing equations and inequalities and evaluating the
relationship between them. You can:
• Enter inequalities using relation symbols
• Graph inequalities and shade the union and intersection regions
• Enter inequalities (vertical lines only) in an X=editor
• Trace points of interest (such as intersections) between relations
• Store (x,y) coordinate pairs to lists for viewing and optimizing functions for linear
programming.

63 Using Applications (Apps)

Polynomial Root Finder and Simultaneous Equation Editor App
This application:
• Calculates the roots (zeros) of polynomials of degree 1 through 10 with a
convenient, easy-to-use interface.
• Allows you to store solutions into lists, load a list into the application for
polynomial coefficients, and store the polynomial to a Y-Var to graph after quitting
the App.
• Finds solutions to systems of linear equations.
• Allows you to load matrices containing the coefficients of linear systems, and
identify whether a given system has a unique solution, an infinite number of
solutions, or no solution.
• Can also be accessed in ™ when the app is loaded.

Probability Simulation App

Explore probability theory with interactive animation that simulates the rolling of dice
and tossing of coins, and generates random numbers on your calculator. Options
include:
• Bar Graph - Trace on probabilities or frequencies
• Table of trials data
• Settings for specifying numbers of trials
• Ways to collect data
• Weighting
In addition, students can export data for further exploration.

Python82 App for the

TI-82 Advanced Edition Python
TI-Python is based on CircuitPython, a variant of Python 3 for teaching coding. It was
developed by Adafruit and adapted for use by TI.
The interpreter of your Python program is executed within this TI-Python environment,
separate and different from the CE OS calculations. Calculations may also vary from
other versions of Python due to number type storage in the Python version.
The Python82 App offers the following to support your Python programming on your
calculator.
• File Manager to list the Python programs (Python AppVars) stored in RAM on your
calculator.
• Editor to create new programs in your calculator and edit existing Python
programs.

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• Shell to display output of your Python program or to run Python commands at the
Shell prompt. This environment is also referred to as an interpreter or console.
The Python modules available to import are math, random and time.
Note: There is no programming offered in either TI-Basic or Python82 to program TI-
Innovator™ or TI-Innovator Rover.

Transformation Graphing App

Transformation Graphing lets you observe the effects of changing coefficient values
without leaving the graph screen. Transformation Graphing affects only function
graphing mode. X is the independent variable and Y is the dependent variable. It is not
available in parametric, polar, or sequence graphing modes.
Transformation Graphing allows you to manipulate up to four coefficients on the
graph: A, B, C, and D. All other coefficients act like constants using the value in
memory. You can step through the transformation of a function or animate the
transformation using play styles, play/pause, play, and fast play.

65 Using Applications (Apps)

Using Accessories
Using TI Desktop Software
Use TI desktop software to exchange information between your graphing calculator
and your computer, or to display a TI graphing calculator for your entire classroom.
Using TI Connect™ CE
The TI Connect™ CE v5.6.3 or higher software makes exchanging information between
your graphing calculator and your computer quick and easy.
The TI Connect™ CE v5.6.3 or higher software includes three workspaces:
• Calculator Explorer: allows you to manage calculator content
- Convert *.py programs from your computer to Python AppVars by sending to
the CE calculator using Calculator Explorer. See TI-Connect™ CE guide for more
information at education.ti.com/eguide
• Screen Capture: allows you to manage screen captures
• Program Editor: allows you to work with TI-Basic programming

Using TI-SmartView™ CE
The TI-82 Advanced Edition Python emulator is not available in TI-SmartView CE pour
la famille TI-83. However, you can demonstrate features with the TI-83 Premium CE
Edition Python emulator. Menus and features are similar to help guide your lessons.
The Python App differs from the Python82 App with more available modules. TI-82
Advanced Edition Python lessons will be easy and familiar to your students as they
follow along with their TI-82 Advanced Edition Python graphing calculator.
The TI-SmartView™ CE software allows you to display a TI graphing calculator
emulation. With TI-SmartView™ CE software, you can:
• View the history of your key press entries.
• Capture and save screen shots to use in other documents as you investigate a math
or science concept.
• Use the View 3™ pane to show three additional screens simultaneously.

• Use the SmartPad CE App running on a connected CE calculator as a remote keypad

to press keys on your CE emulator in view.
• Update to v 5.4.0 or higher to use the TI-83 Premium CE Edition Python emulator
for class demonstrations of Python programming using the Python App.
Demonstrate the complete Python experience of File Manager, Editor, and Run
Python programs (as Python AppVars). Convert *.py programs from your computer
to Python AppVars by sending to the CE emulator using Emulator Explorer. See TI-
SmartView™ CE pour la famille TI-83 guide for more information.
The TI-SmartView™ CE software includes two workspaces:

Using Accessories 66
• Calculator Emulator: allows you to perform calculations and view answers as you
would on a physical calculator
• Emulator Explorer: allows you to manage calculator content

Batteries
The TI-82 Advanced Edition Python graphing calculator comes equipped with:
• AAA batteries.
• USB computer cable for transferring files
Battery Status
The battery status icon on the upper right of the screen gives information on battery
life.

The battery icons indicate the level of battery power remaining.

Battery level is 75% to 100%.

Battery level is 50% to 75%.

Battery level is 25% to 50%.

Battery level is 5% to 25%.

Warning:
• RAM memory may be lost in low battery conditions. You should save your files to a
computer using TI Connect™ CE v5.6.3 or higher or archive your variables if your
battery power gets low.
Displays this message when you turn on the unit.

67 Using Accessories
Error Conditions
The TI-82 Advanced Edition Python detects errors while performing these tasks:
• Evaluating an expression
• Executing an instruction
• Plotting a graph
• Storing a value
Diagnosing an Error
When the TI-82 Advanced Edition Python detects an error, it returns an error message
with a short description.

1:Quitter Displays the home screen

2:Voir Displays the previous screen with the cursor at or near the error location

Note: If a syntax error occurs in the contents of a f(x) function during program
execution, then the 2:Voir option returns to the f(x) editor, not to the program.

Correcting an Error
To correct an error, follow these steps.
1. Note the error type ( ERROR:error type).
2. Select 2:Voir (if it is available).The previous screen is displayed with the cursor at
or near the error location.
3. Determine the error. The error screens give helpful hints about what may have
happened, but the errors are not always fully explained.
4. Correct the expression.

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General Information
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Precautions for Batteries

Take these precautions when replacing batteries:
• Use 4 AAA batteries.
• No backup battery available.
• Battery level icon displays on the screen.
• Low battery warning message displays.
- Save off important calculator files using TI Connect™ CE v5.6.3 or higher.
- Change the batteries.
• Before an exam, check your battery level. Change batteries as needed.
• When using Exam Mode, after the exam, use TI Connect™ CE v5.6.3 or higher to
quit Exam Mode to preserve battery life.
Disposing of Batteries
Do not mutilate, puncture, or dispose of batteries in fire. The batteries can burst or
explode, releasing hazardous chemicals. Discard used batteries according to local
regulations.

69 General Information