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However, one gadget has remained the same — the HP 12c Platinum Financial Calculator.
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This low-key but extremely functional financial gadget has sat on desks, exam rooms, and on the field for over three decades.
Even as all current digital devices carry a built-in calculator, what makes the HP 12c Platinum Financial Calculator still one of the best financial calculator to have by your side?
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- 1 HP 12c Platinum Financial Calculator Features
HP 12c Platinum Financial Calculator Features
To understand why this bad boy has been popular for decades, here is a breakdown of its most outstanding features.
Durability and Energy Efficiency
For one, this baby came out on September 1st, 1981. Some people still use their HP 12c from this era. It remains unchanged and highly functional.
Two, this calculator is built for shock-resistance. It was extensively tested and can handle long drops onto concrete surfaces. Most modern calculators would crack the screen, or their keys would begin to stick.
Three, the original HP 12c used three button-sized camera batteries. The newer model uses a single CR2032 lithium battery. Both of these batteries last for years without ever needing replacement. Some people have never changed their batteries despite having used their HP 12c for decades.
Pre-Programmed with Crucial Computational Formulas
The HP 12c Platinum Financial calculator comes pre-programmed with all the essential financial formulas.
Since this is a broad appeal gadget, it is used by accountants and auditors, controllers, financial students, corporate treasurers, risk managers, management scientists, and financial analysts.
These are just a few mentions. The list covers pretty much anyone who does math for a living.
Pre-existing formulas include Discount Cash Flow, Lease vs Buy, Time-Value-Of-Money, and Mortgage Amortization with or without balloon payments.
You can also save your custom programs in the calculator. This feature is especially useful for cumbersome, complicated formulas. Once you save it, you can retrieve it at any time and apply it to your calculations.
The HP 12c Platinum Financial Calculator uses Reverse Polish Notation (RPN) and Algebraic Data Input System to run its computational functions.
RPN is a form of computer code that cuts calculation time by half.
How?
You see, RPN reduces the number of times you have to type in the Operator (subtraction, addition, multiplication or division). Instead of keying-in the Operator after every digit you want to compute, RPN dictates that you key it in at the end of the formula.
For instance, a 3+3 math problem would go in as
3 ENTER 3 ENTER +
This feature allows you to put in as many numbers as you need as fast as possible without having to go back to the operator sign.
Additionally, you don’t have to use the Equals (=) sign. Immediately your mathematical sequence is done, the answer will be displayed on the screen.
If you want to begin a new math sequence, key-in ENTER to clear the slate. Leaving the result of the previous math computation on the screen means the next sequence will be built on it.
The HP 12c Platinum Financial Calculator can perform up to 100 functions. Each function is programmable with up to 400 steps. This feature means that this bad boy can perform complex math calculations without extensive parentheses.
The HP 12c features a single 10-digit LCD screen. It is a pretty simple-looking calculator about the size of a deck of cards.
The LCD screen is light-adjustable. You can brighten the screen when working in poorly lit areas or dim it in brightly lit areas. This feature prevents eye strain and helps you to see the digits clearly.
Further, the HP 12c has extremely tactile buttons with a sound function. The keys are very responsive, which means you never have to look at the screen to confirm if the characters you keyed-in have taken.
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Even with extended use, the HP 12c never loses its responsiveness or computing speed.
This bad boy only weighs 3.68 ounces and comes with its carrying case. You can take this calculator with you anywhere you go because it fits comfortably in your pocket.
Perhaps you may wonder why a small gadget such as the HP 12c can perform all those complex computations and outlast all your other devices.
Well, for one, this calculator only has three parts; the Processor, the RAM ROM Display Driver Chip (R2D2), and a Digital Clock.
The Processor calculates in Decimal, not Binary. This feature is why the HP 12c is so accurate and fast.
Two, HP 12c uses a 10-digit register as its memory and CMOS for its circuit board. These features are why the HP 12c can stay for extended times running on a CR2032 lithium battery. Some reviewers say they have used their HP 12c for ten years without ever replacing the battery.
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The success of the HP 12c has been nothing short of spectacular.
It is HP’s longest-running calculator in terms of age and the biggest seller in terms of units.
When HP released the HP 12c in 1981, they only expected to sell a few million units. To date, the HP 12c is still used by over 100 million people.
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Nothing else in the digital world has stood the test of time and continues to be relevant to this day.
Recently, HP launched the 35th Anniversary for this beloved piece of computational genius. It is the only HP product to be in perpetual production for over three decades.
They say the HP 12c internal clock can handle dates up to 11/16/4096. Whether or not the world will still be using this bad boy remains to be seen.
We certainly hope so, mainly because classic financial math never really changes. Plus, this bad boy does algebraic calculationsbetter and faster than actual algebraic calculators.
We love to hear your thoughts and opinions. Please share with us what your experiences have been with the HP 12c Platinum Financial Calculator.
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Best 12C models and how to identify them
Message #1 Posted by Timo Labrenz on 15 Apr 2012, 4:28 p.m.Being kinda depressed about the 30b, I've been looking at the different 12C models. I wonder which ones are best and how to identify them. Did I get the facts right so far? - There are three different 12C models: the original one, the Platinum and the newer Platinum with parentheses.
- The early 12C's have the best build quality and molded keys.
- Later, 12C's have been produced in a variety of countries. Those made in the USA (serial number code 'A' or 'US') have the best keyboards and overall build quality. Those made in China ('CN' serial number) are usually better than those made in other countries.
- The first 12C took three LR44 batteries and is slow. Later versions use either one or two CR2032 cells. The 2xCR2032 versions have an ARM processor and are very fast (12C+). The single cell ones - I've been told not to buy them? But why...?
- There's a 30th anniversary 12C model. Apparently it's pretty good apart from one curious problem - it's got an outdated firmware that's not free of bugs.
- The 12C Platinum has more functions and memory than the original 12C. While the 12C is RPN only, the 12CP has an algebraic mode.
- Early 12CP's have no parantheses. That changed with the 25th anniversary model.
Conclusion:
What to buy:
- You prefer algebraic input over RPN: The new Platinum is the only option. Look for the parentheses!
- You want to be certain to have the best build quality: Get an American made 12C that runs on three LR44 cells. Many of them have been heavily used - look for little wear and tear.
- You want many functions and a lot of memory: Get a Platinum, preferably the new version - it's also faster.
- You want speed: Get a 12C that runs on two CR2032. Try to get one made in China. (Or is there an American 2xCR2032 version?)
- You want your 12C to be new: Get a 30th anniversary model and a data cable to update its firmware.
What not to buy:
- Avoid the earlier 12C Platinum versions (unless you get one for very little money and want to use RPN).
- Avoid 12C's that are not made in the USA or China (A, US, CN) - for example those made in Brazil or Malaysia (BR, MY). Well, that's it. What are your comments? Am I missing something? How do you recognise the different models? Are there any tricks? It's easy to distinguish a new 12C Platinum from an old one. But if you want to buy a regular 12C on ebay and all you've got is a photo of the front - is there any way of knowing which version it is? |
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Re: Best 12C models and how to identify them
Message #2 Posted by Fabricio on 15 Apr 2012, 5:10 p.m.,
in response to message #1 by Timo LabrenzQuote:- Avoid 12C's that are not made in the USA or China (A, US, CN) - for example those made in Brazil... Sorry for distracting a bit the disscussion from the 12C but, any special reason/experience for those units made in Brazil? My first calculator was an HP-11c made in Brazil; I loved it, and the only thing I noticed then was that the case was so small that the calculator didn´t fit in there. Few years later, that case was (and still is) totally ripped from the edges. But a few weeks ago, out of nostalgia, I bought a mint 11c on ebay made in USA. The difference with the one made in Brazil is somehow noticeably, not to mention anything from the case. I have an 42s also made in Brazil, which looks and feel great. So, apparently I would have mixed experiences. Edited: 15 Apr 2012, 5:10 p.m. |
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Re: Best 12C models and how to identify them
Message #3 Posted by Marcus von Cube, Germany on 15 Apr 2012, 6:35 p.m.,
in response to message #1 by Timo LabrenzQuote:- There are three different 12C models: the original one, the Platinum and the newer Platinum with parentheses. There are in fact four: The 12C+ with the ARM processor (2 coin cells) is really a different beast from the original 12C being a lot faster. Otherwise it runs the same firmware with the exact same number of available registers for data or program storage.Quote:- The first 12C took three LR44 batteries and is slow. Later versions use either one or two CR2032 cells. The 2xCR2032 versions have an ARM processor and are very fast (12C+). The single cell ones - I've been told not to buy them? But why...? I'm not aware of a classic 12C with a single coin cell. I assume this is a Platinum (mine has one) but I may be wrong. There might have been a reincarnation of either version with two cells but this is lacking the connector for flashing and runs at the original speed.Quote:- There's a 30th anniversary 12C model. Apparently it's pretty good apart from one curious problem - it's got an outdated firmware that's not free of bugs. This is just a 12C+. The bugs aren't in the algorithms but in the emulation layer. Katie has more on this.Quote:- The 12C Platinum has more functions and memory than the original 12C. While the 12C is RPN only, the 12CP has an algebraic mode.
- Early 12CP's have no parantheses. That changed with the 25th anniversary model. Almost correct: I have an earlier Platinum with silver key plate that has undo, backspace, and parentheses. So the firmware update must have been done before the 25th aniversary model was released.Quote:How do you recognise the different models? Are there any tricks? It's easy to distinguish a new 12C Platinum from an old one. But if you want to buy a regular 12C on ebay and all you've got is a photo of the front - is there any way of knowing which version it is? You can't. On HP's side this was a silent update in order not to alienate their conservative customer base. The bugs in the early Platinums had harmed the confidence in the de-facto standard financial calculator which they tried to avoid this time.Edited: 15 Apr 2012, 6:36 p.m. |
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Re: Best 12C models and how to identify them
Message #4 Posted by Timo Labrenz on 16 Apr 2012, 1:23 a.m.,
in response to message #3 by Marcus von Cube, GermanyQuote:I'm not aware of a classic 12C with a single coin cell. I've read somewhere that they've been around since 2008 or 2009. You can find them at the HP Store and various other webshops. What exactly is the difference between those and the 2 cell version? |
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Re: Best 12C models and how to identify them
Message #5 Posted by Randy on 15 Apr 2012, 7:07 p.m.,
in response to message #1 by Timo LabrenzQuote:But if you want to buy a regular 12C on ebay and all you've got is a photo of the front - is there any way of knowing which version it is? In a word, no. Ask the seller for a serial number and the battery type, from which all can be divined. FWIW, for early 12C gold units made in the USA, Brazil and Singapore, they all had similar build quality with double molded keys, no printed keys. These all used the same 3 x LR44 coin cells. The only external difference was the feet of the units produced in Brazil were thicker and when the case was new, it was more difficult to slip into its case due to the feet. During the end of runs in all three countries, the logo changed from a plated metal badge to a painted plastic part. Units made in Malaysia, while having good internals, used painted legend keytops. Early Chinese gold units with 3 x LR44 cells had the same internal construction as units made in Malaysia. Decent but painted keys. Later Chinese units with the single coin cell started the slide into lower build quality. Current key switch and keytop design, while better than anything else in the current marketplace, is not up to the original. |
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Re: Best 12C models and how to identify them
Message #6 Posted by Software49g on 15 Apr 2012, 7:33 p.m.,
in response to message #5 by Randy> while better than anything else in the current
> marketplace, is not up to the original.
You get what you pay for.
Regards,
Andreas
http://www.software49g.gmxhome.de |
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Re: Best 12C models and how to identify them
Message #7 Posted by bill platt on 15 Apr 2012, 8:29 p.m.,
in response to message #1 by Timo LabrenzCan yo fill us in on your 30B 'depression'? |
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Re: Best 12C models and how to identify them
Message #8 Posted by Guenter Schink on 16 Apr 2012, 3:27 p.m.,
in response to message #1 by Timo LabrenzDidn't you mention to have an Android smart phone? If so you should load Olivier de Smet's go12c emulator. It's free of charge and nicely emulates the entire classic 12c functionality. Gruß Günter |
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