This is my favorite calculator!!
I've been using older model probably more than 10 years, and now I wanted to get another one for my backpack.
The size is perfect for carrying around, in a backpack or in a pocket. So light and compact. And easy to view because the display is angled.
But those who has big hands / fingers, make sure the size of this calculater. Even this is the great one, maybe this is not for you.
The photo is my older version. Still working nicely!!
I have always preferred the key layout of Canon desktop calculators. For the price of the MP11DX, you can't go too far wrong. The calculator is fast enough to keep up with me and the printout is clear and easy to read.
Hopefully, a person buying a Canon desktop calculator will already know its basic operating procedures, because Canon instruction manuals are among the worst instruction manuals ever conceived. The instructions for the MP11DX are especially bad. The manual maintains its sustained awfulness as it goes from one cryptic calculation example to the next. It just doesn't get any worse than this.
One of the main attractions of the Canon MP11DX is its Calendar and Clock functions. Judging from the reviews, I am the only one who had a problem setting up the Calendar and Clock. Setting the Calendar and Clock functions was quite a challenge for me because my instruction manual provides somewhat confusing documentation of this subject. The manual's first step in this procedure pictures a key with icons of a calendar and a clock. While this key is actually on the keyboard of the calculator, there are pictures of 4 other keys which do not exist: a "12/24" key, a "Time Set" key, an "AM/PM" key and a "Format" key.
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UPDATE, October 11, 2013: As pointed out by S. Busby in the comments below, the four missing keys (or in this case, labels) may actually be present on all Canon MP11DX models and I found them on mine. After owning the calculator for over a year and a half, I finally held it under a lamp and looked straight down at the keyboard. Under ordinary circumstances the little black labels printed on the case at the top of the various keys would be hidden behind the keys.
Here are the clock-set labels and their corresponding keys:
12/24 = Division Key
Format = Percent/Plus/Minus Key
Time Set = Equals Key
AM/PM = Multiply Key
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Anyway, if you were unable to set the calendar/clock on the MP11DX by following the Canon instructions, you might want to try the procedure that worked for me:
1. Turn the calculator on and press the Calendar/Clock button which is to the right of the FEED button. (One press shows the Calendar and a second press shows the Clock.)
2. Select either the Calendar or Clock mode, then press and hold the "Equals" key for three seconds.
3. When the first number of the Calendar or Clock display starts to flash, enter the date or time.
4. When setting the Calendar, the date will be displayed as MM/DD/YYYY. Use the "Percent/Plus/Minus" key to switch to either the YYYY/MM/DD or the DD/MM/YYYY formats shown in the instructions.
5. When setting the Clock, the "Multiply" key switches between AM and PM. Use the "Division" key to switch between 12 and 24 hour modes.)
6. After setting the Calendar or Clock mode, press the "Equals" key to lock in the setting.
7. Press the CE/C key to exit the setup mode.
8. Be sure to remove the little clear plastic strip from the battery compartment located on the bottom of the calculator so that the date and time won't be lost.
The specifications say that the battery is a CR2025, but the battery in my unit is a CR2032.
I needed a calculator really quick for some simple addition tasks I had one day. Originally buying a Casio SL-300SV calculator, I thought that calculator would be enough to handle my tasks since that is the calculator I have bought in the past and it usually does the job.
However, the calculator fell apart within 1 week of it's use, so I was out of a calculator. I decided then to go on Amazon and look for a sturdy, well-built, affordable calculator that looked like it was really rugged, cos I like to buy QUALITY products every time, all the time!
I found what I was looking for in this calculator. It is very well-built and looks virtually ( and is ) indestructible, and it's good and nifty for standard jobs. You don't buy a calculator like this and expect it to do advanced Calculus, no, it's just for the basic stuff, but it does it VERY well.
The keys are a little hard and you really have to PUSH THE BUTTONS to get it to respond, but that is OK cos at least you know that it is working well.
Overall I am satisfied with my purchase and now I know where to buy a good, solid inexpensive calculator next time.
I have a larger Business edition Canon that I’ve had for years and really like and use a lot. The problem is that everyone else likes it too and it is never on my desk where it is supposed to be!
So I thought I would try this little one and put it out as bait. It is small, simple and cute. It is smaller than I realized it would be as the entire thing fits in my hand. However it is great for carrying around and using wherever you may need it. It is also easy to move around amongst stacks of papers and receipts on your desk. The little drawback that I’ve found is that it’s smaller buttons are harder to use as fast as larger ones. It is kind of like going from typing on a full sized keyboard to using one on a small laptop. You trade a little finger room for portability.
If you have big fingers you probably will feel like your doing calculations in your smartphone, otherwise this is a great little calculator from Canon. It even works well in dim lighting situations. Often the brightness of my computer screen alone will power its tiny solar cell.
Great, except: Cannot see the most recent entry without a paper feed. The view is blocked by the lip of the display.
The total function (*) gets an automatic line feed, so viewing the total is not a problem.
The problem arises when entering a bunch of numbers, and you need to see the last entry. Then, you need to lean over the machine and peer into the paper well. Or, you can press the FEED button, but then you'll have a gap in your printout.
Feature Product
- Extra-compact portable size; Product Dimensions: 4.4" x 3.5" x 1.3"
- Floating decimal point system. Automatic power off-Approx 7 minutes
- Large, eye-angled, upright display
- Extraction of square root; Product Dimensions:
- Dual power source : solar and battery
Description
Thanks to a host of useful features, the LS-82Z is one of the most user-friendly calculators around. The upright LCD helps prevent overhead glare and eye strain, while the display makes numbers appear clear and crisp even in the dimmest lighting. Both solar and battery power ensure that you'll always finish whatever you start, whenever and wherever you are so you don't miss a step.
Bought this for a friend. She really likes it a lot! It was a Christmas gift 2 years ago and she still talks about it and how much she likes it, easy to use, she can read the numbers, and really appreciates this as a gift, especially since how much she needed it and didn't know where to buy something like this because she's more into buying clothing and fashion accessories.
This calculator replaces one I purchased from the dollar store a few years ago. It's a bit smaller than I expected, so it able to be carried in a woman's purse. The face is raised allowing for easy viewing. The buttons are soft and still wide enough for my long fingers and medium sized hands. Since I just received this item, I don't know how difficult or easy it is to replace the battery, so I may have to give it an updated review. However, for now it's gets a 4-star rating in my opinion. I would recommend purchasing this item.
Accountants will like this calculator. It has all the functions and a reasonably good key stroke; would have given 5* if key touch was better, but it is adequate. The paper holder is metal, that is good. The paper feeds easily. The characters print legibly on the paper from the 2 color ribbon. The display characters are large and easy to read; these are fluorescence which are durable/long lasting.
I have worn out several calculators in 45 years as a CPA; like the others, this one will last about 5-8 years. However the price makes it very economical for the quality machine.
I got this calculator because I was tired of having to find the calculator app on my iphone. What I really needed is something in hands reach that I can add or subtract the dozens of things throughout my work day to help things run smoother. This calculator is sturdy, well built and has exactly what I need for every day use.
If you want a calculator that is well made and user friendly, get this one. BTW, my son used it today for some summer school homework he had as well.
Nice calculator. It's probably not going to help me invent time travel or anything like that (although I would probably give it that 5th star if it did). It has buttons with numbers on it, a decently sized display, and appears to add and subtract correctly. Nice and compact, fits comfortably in your hand; doesn't wobble if your number crunching happens on the desk. The display is easily seen in dim light... you know, in case you ever need to calculate square roots at the movies or something. Can't really say anything bad about it. It does what it's supposed to do and looks nice. Thumbs up!
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