Overview and Resources
This interactive manual provides detailed instructions for the Casio fx-991CW Scientific Calculator, part of the ClassWiz series. It aims to help users understand and utilize the calculator's extensive capabilities.
Additional Resources:
- Training videos covering key features.
- ClassWiz Practice materials, including Revision Mats and Cross Number Puzzles for Higher GCSE.
- General teaching resources with skills videos.
Navigating the Manual and Calculator
Learn how to interact with the manual and the device:
- Manual Navigation: Open slideshows, use calculator keys to access the guide, and return to the main screen via the mini calculator icon.
- Calculator Basics: The 'ON' key activates the calculator, defaulting to the last used application.
Core Calculation Functions
Master fundamental and advanced calculation techniques:
- Decimal Approximation: Convert calculation results to decimal format.
- Negative Numbers: Properly input negative values using the dedicated key.
- Variables: Utilize the 'x' key for variables and store values in memory (A-F, x, y, z).
- Reciprocal: Calculate the reciprocal (1/x) of numbers or expressions.
- Logarithms: Perform calculations with logarithms, including common log (base 10) and natural log (base e).
- Fractions: Enter and manage fractions using the intuitive fraction template.
- Roots: Compute square roots and nth roots.
- Exponents: Apply exponents and work with numbers in standard form.
- Trigonometry: Calculate trigonometric ratios and their inverse functions.
- Parentheses: Ensure correct order of operations (BIDMAS/BODMAS) by using parentheses.
- Mixed Numbers: Input and display numbers as mixed fractions.
Advanced Features and Tools
Explore specialized functionalities for complex tasks:
- Answer Memory: Recall and reuse the result of the last calculation.
- Time/Angle Conversion: Convert between decimal and sexagesimal (H:M:S) formats.
- Complex Numbers: Perform calculations involving imaginary numbers.
- Irrational Constants: Access and use constants like π and e.
- QR Code Generation: Create QR codes from calculations or tables for easy sharing or external access.
- Function Definition: Define and evaluate custom functions.
- Formatting: Adjust display formats for various types of output.
Calculator Management and Navigation Keys
Understand the purpose of key calculator management and navigation keys:
- Key Operations: Learn the functions of SHIFT, OK, BACK, SCROLL, EXECUTE, and ALL CLEAR for efficient operation.
- SETTINGS: Customize calculator preferences, including display output, angle units, and reset options.
- CATALOG: Access a comprehensive list of functions and operations not immediately visible on the keypad.
- TOOLS: Utilize additional tools and the UNDO function for error correction.
- HOME: Navigate to the main application screen to select modes such as Calculation, Statistics, Table, Equation Solver, and more.