Engineering Notation
You can convert the exponent part of a displayed calculation result value to a power of ten that is a multiple of 3, and displays the result.
Example: Transform the value 1234 to engineering notation, shifting the decimal mark to the right, and then to the left.
1. Input 1234, and then press .
2. Perform the operation below to enter the ENG Conversion Mode.
- – [ENG Notation]
Entering the ENG Conversion Mode converts the calculation result to engineering notation and causes to appear to its right.
In the ENG Conversion Mode, you can use and to shift the decimal point of the mantissa.
3. To exit the ENG Conversion Mode, press .
This exits the ENG Conversion Mode and causes to disappear from the display.
You can also exit the ENG Conversion Mode by pressing or .
Note
Normal calculations are not possible while in the ENG Conversion Mode. To start a new calculation, exit the ENG Conversion Mode.