Re: HP Calculator for newbie in suveying field

Bruce,
I am using the 49 at the moment, but wouldn't recommend it. I find the keys
wear out, which is ok if you can remember where the keys are. I have also
had probs with my memory, even with the latest version of ROM. I would go
with the HP 48GII. Most programs for these are available on cards so are
easy to interchange as well as add extra memory. The HP 48GII also can be
connected to most survey instruments (with the right programs), but I am
unsure if the 49 will.

Josh
"Bruce" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote in message
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> I am making a career change from software engineer to land surveyor
> starting in January '04.  I found a nice opportunity to work under an
> experienced land surveyor and will be working towards getting my
> license and taking over his business.
>
> I have been looking at new HP calculators for one of the surveying
> classes that I am taking now and want to buy something that I'll
> eventually use for the LSIT exam in about 2.5 years.
>
> For surveyors/engineers, HP now seems to have the HP 48GII and HP
> 49G+.  I'm leaning towards the HP 48GII:
>
> http://commerce.hpcalc.org/
>
> Any advice or comments?  Stay away from the new HP calculators and buy
> a used, older 48 on eBay?
>
> Many of the folks taking the class I am in are using Texas Intruments
> TI-83 Plus calculator.  Should I stick with the HP?
>
> Thanks!
>
> - Bruce
>
> rbloth at yahoo dot com