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 Great Calculator: subterranean documentation May 27, 2010
John Yeary (Greenville, SC)
HP produced a great calculator with incredible functionality. The problem is learning how to use the functionality. I have been using online forums to get up to speed on how to do things that should be really documented in the users manual. Something basic like conversions between units should be fully detailed.
I am still trying to get the hang on RPN, but it does seem to be very interesting on how it forces you to break your problems down into better digested pieces to solve.
 Replacing my 48G that I broke with this 50G - A Comparison May 24, 2010
J. P. Shepherd (Layton, UT)
4 out of 4 found this review helpful
Bought this to replace my 48G that I unfortunately spilled water on and ruined. I liked the key action of the 48G better, but the 50G is growing on me the more I use it; just a bit stiffer and requires a heavier touch than the 48G. I'd had my 48G for 15 years, so losing it was more sentimental than anything.
The layout of the 50G is a bit different than the 48G, with the enter key on the bottom right instead of the top left; also, the enter key is smaller on the 50G than the 48G. After a few weeks of use you get used to the new position and size though.
I miss the look and feel of the 48G. The metal face and colors of the 48G were a bit classier than the all-plastic 50G in my opinion. On the outside, the 50G just looks like any old graphing calculator.
50G still has RPN, so that is the main thing. You have the choice of switching to algebraic mode, which you didn't have with the 48G, but I don't know why you'd want to use it. Once you've gone RPN you'll never go back.
Only real problem I have had with the 50G is that the factory keytime was too high for me. I'd enter a series of keystrokes and find that not all of them registered. Happened most often with repeats of the same key (e.g. 10000 would miss one or two zeros.) Did a quick google of the problem and found that the keytime was set too high. Found instructions (google again) on setting it lower to allow for quicker keystrokes and that did the trick. Now no more missed entries.
One thing I've noticed is that there is a very slight delay when processing simple calculations (add/subtract/etc.) compared to my 48G. Complex calculations are extremely fast (much faster than the 48G), but I notice a very slight delay with simple calculations that I didn't have with the 48G (or any other calculator for that matter.) Strange since the 50G processor is so much faster than the 48G. Not a problem, just odd.
I do like the resolution of the display on the 50G better, and the fact that you can set the stack to show more rows if you want. Nice feature. I liked the more matte finish of the 48G screen over the 50G's though, although I will admit that the 50G's will likely hold up better than the 48G's did (I had a small pencil tip nick in my 48G screen; the 50G screen seems a bit tougher.)
The case that comes with the 50G is a HP branded stiff leather case with a magnetic button clasp. It's a nice case and will protect the calculator, but it is really bulky. I like the soft case of the 48G better with the pocket for keeping a pencil or two.
Overall, I'm sure the 50G will be great. I just miss my 48G. I'll probably end up picking one up on ebay for nostalgic purposes at some point, but now that I've been using the 50G for a couple of months I'll probably keep using it as my everyday calculator. :-)
hp 50g Graphing Calculator May 10, 2010
Global Shipping Corporation
Have one. Well built. As you all know many functions and amazing features. I didn't know there is further documentation on the Hewlett Packard Corporation site. I'm enjoying learning different things about it. I give it a ***** over all. I recommend it for engineers in general.
It is what I expected May 7, 2010
Hector Mazurkiewicz
Simply match the expectations I had on this, but I thought the screen looked better...
This is a great calculator! April 19, 2010
Chessman (Savannah, GA USA)
I had many calculators & this is the best. The main problem is the documentation is not so good. But if u take the time to learn how to use it, u will be very happy with it. You have the option of RPN/Algebra, It has plenty of memory including an SD card slot, The Equation Writer makes inputting complex equations a breeze, it has a constants & equations library, It can use USB 5V power in addition to batteries, u can control the auto power off feauture by making a var called TOFF, Overall all the functions & feautures are integrated. I highly recommend this product & I bought it at Amazon.com!!!!!
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