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Sexagesimal Conversion (Degree, Minute, Second Calculations)

You can convert a decimal value calculation result to a sexagesimal value.

Converting a Decimal Value Calculation Result to a Sexagesimal Value

Example: 1.25 = 1°15’0”

  • 125
  • – [Sexagesimal]

Inputting and Calculating with a Sexagesimal Value

In addition to converting a displayed value to a sexagesimal value, you can also input sexagesimal values and use them in calculations.

The syntax below is for inputting a sexagesimal value:

{degrees} () {minutes} () {seconds} ()

Note that you must always input something for the degrees and minutes, even if they are zero.


Example: To perform the calculation 2°20’30” + 9’30”. Next, convert the calculation result to a decimal value.

  • 2()20()30()
    0()9()30()
  • (Convert to a decimal value.)
    – [Decimal]
  • (Return to sexagesimal display.)
    – [Sexagesimal]
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