The Voyage 200 is an advanced graphing calculator from Texas Instruments. It has all the same qualities and functions of 92, but with an increased amount of Flash ROM of 2.7 MB. With a large display and QWERTY keyboard, this hand-held device is easily customized for your own needs.

You can install numerous software applications for functionality. In my opinion this calculator is best for geometry. Additionally, it is also great for other subjects as well! If you are looking for other great calculators read this best graphing calculators – buying guide article.

Features

Some of the key features of the Voyage 200 graphing calculator include:

• Neat print
• High revolution screen
• Ergonomic design
• Computer connectivity & upgrading abilities
• Geometric software
• Symbolic manipulation and units
• Built-in clock
• Active user history for retrieving 99 problems or entries
• Real time rotation in 3D
• Powered by 4 AAA batteries

If you buy a new Voyage 200, you will find that it contains pre-installed applications. Many of these you will find use for, while others you may want to replace with other apps. You can find math-related programs, scientific apps and even games available for your Voyage 200 online!

Some of the pre-installed applications include Cabri Geometry, Data Editor, CellSheet, Simultaneous Equations Solver, Geometer’s Sketchpad, Finance, List Editor, Study Cards, etc. Obviously, there are many programs that will help you in any type of math class, from geometry to accounting!

One application is a Math Guide that helps you with your calculations. You can learn how to simplify certain types of derivations, equations, integrals and calculations of all kinds. Whether you need to calculate simple equations or solve polynomial functions, the Voyage 200 Math Guide will help you.

Moreover, it will find mistakes for you! One thing you will undoubtedly notice is the layout of this graphing calculator. Not only does it have a big display of 128 x 240 pixels, it also features a full keyboard, number pad and keys with two functions.

The functions are all clearly labeled, and the position of the keys makes them easy to access. If you purchase a new Voyage 200, you’ll be glad to know that it comes with a transparent cover to protect the surface from scratches.

There are also protectors over the gummy knobs which protects the device from slipping all over the table or desk. This graphing calculator comes with a handbook more than 300 pages long.  Within its pages, you will find easy-to-understand instructions on the Voyage 200. This guide is very helpful, to say the least.

Many graphing calculators only come with complicated guides that only seem to make things more confusing for the user. Fortunately, this is not the case with the Voyage 200. The only downside, as you’ve probably surmised, is that this multi-function, graphing calculator is on the expensive side.

A new Voyage 200 comes at around $200, and a used one sells for around $120.  Still, it’s the most advanced device on the market, and comes with a good instruction book, cover, batteries, pre-installed apps, etc. You’ll definitely get your money’s worth!