HEWLETT PACKARD HP 38G

Description

Brand:	HEWLETT PACKARD
Model:	HP 38G
Type:	Programmable scientific calculator
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Batteries:	AAA x 3
Lifetime:	Introduced: 1995 Terminated: unknown
Notes:	This NON-RPN and thus algebraic programmable graphical calculator came after the HP 48G but is built using the same software platform. According to HP, "The Hewlett-Packard 38G was designed with the help of an advisory committee of eight high school, community college and university teachers". More information can be found on HP’s official website (link validated 2024-12-30) where HP calls it the "student graphic calculator". There’s also some information on the HP 38G on this Wikipedia page (link validated 2024-12-30). A Quick Guide to Using The HP 38G can be found here on hpcalc.org (link validated 2024-12-30) Its graphical matrix display looks quite similar to that of the HP 48 series of calculators. This calculator has a well thought-out protective cover. It is a pity that not more calculators use this approach. When closed the brand name and type designation at the top of the calculator are still clearly visible. When sliding the cover up it tilts 180 degrees and slides back down at the back.

Peripherals

An infra-red port that can be used for communications between HP 38G calculators. It can also connect to a PC running HPComm38 by using the F1897-66000 serial cable.