P1-DHV-3 Review

Overview

Key Features

• 12-digit LCD display
• 2-color (red/black) ink roller printing
• Print speed of approximately 2.3 lines per second
• Dual power source (AC adapter and 4 x AA batteries)
• Tax calculation function
• Currency conversion function
• Item count function
• Mark-up/Mark-down function
• Grand Total memory
• Decimal selector (F, 0, 2, 3, 4, A)
• Rounding selector (Up, 5/4, Down)
• Non-add/Total key

Reasons to Buy

• Provides a physical paper record of calculations for auditing or record-keeping.
• Dual power source offers flexibility for both desk and occasional portable use.
• Dedicated business functions (tax, currency, mark-up) streamline common tasks.
• Clear 12-digit display and two-color printing enhance readability.
• Reliable Canon build quality and user-friendly layout.
• Standard consumables (paper, ink roller) are widely available.

Reasons to Avoid

• Not suitable for scientific, engineering, or advanced mathematical calculations.
• Print speed is adequate but not the fastest for high-volume printing needs.
• Requires consumables (paper rolls, ink rollers) which incur ongoing costs.
• Can be noisy during printing compared to silent non-printing calculators.
• Larger footprint than non-printing desktop or handheld calculators.

Technical Specifications