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Data collection and analysis guidebook
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TI-Nspire™
Data Collection
and Analysis Guidebook
This guidebook applies to TI-Nspire™ software version 3.1. To obtain the
latest version of the documentation, go to education.ti.com/guides.

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  • Page 1 TI-Nspire™ Data Collection and Analysis Guidebook This guidebook applies to TI-Nspire™ software version 3.1. To obtain the latest version of the documentation, go to education.ti.com/guides.

  • Page 2: Important Information

    "as-is" basis. In no event shall Texas Instruments be liable to anyone for special, collateral, incidental, or consequential damages in connection...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Contents Important Information..............ii Getting Started ...............1 About Vernier DataQuest™............1 Exploring the Screens..............2 Learning about Collection Devices..........5 Performing an Experiment.............9 Starting a Document ..............9 Connecting Sensors ..............10 Modifying Sensor Settings ............10 Setting the Collection Mode............12 Collecting Data ................
  • Page 4 Managing Power ................95 Charging the Lab Cradle .............. 97 Upgrading the Operating System..........98 Appendix: Service and Support ......... 103 Texas Instruments Support and Service ........103 Service and Warranty Information ..........103 Precautions for Rechargeable Batteries ........104 Index ................... 105...

  • Page 5: Getting Started

    Getting Started The Vernier DataQuest™ application is built into the TI-Nspire™ software and the operating system (OS) for handhelds. Use the Vernier DataQuest™ application to collect, view, and analyze data. To use the Vernier DataQuest™ application, the TI-Nspire™ handheld OS must be 3.0 or higher.

  • Page 6: Exploring The Screens

    • Geometry • Lists& Spreadsheet • Data & Statistics This graphic shows how data can be shared among the applications. Calculator Graphs Geometry Lists & Spreadsheet Data & Statistics Notes Insert a Notes page to add notes about a data set, experiment, and so on.
  • Page 7 À Vernier DataQuest™ application view tabs. The application provides three views: • Meter. Displays the list of sensors connected or set up to use offline. • Graph. Displays collected data in a graphical representation, or displays the prediction before a data collection run.
  • Page 8 À Á Â Ã Ä À Workspace Selector. In the TI-Nspire™ Teacher Software, click these tabs to switch from the Content Workspace to the Documents Workspace. These tabs are not shown in the student software. Á Toolbar. Contains shortcuts to tools used to create folders, save files, create lesson bundles, send files to handhelds, and copy/paste.

  • Page 9: Learning About Collection Devices

    Ä Status bar. Provides information about the active document and allows you to switch between the handheld view and the computer view. Exploring the Status Bar Â Ã Ä À Á À . Displays the current page Problem and page number number and problem number in an active document.
  • Page 10 When used as a remote sensor, you can Texas Instruments download data to either a handheld or a TI-Nspire™ Lab Cradle computer. For more information, see the TI-Nspire™...
  • Page 11 Sensor Interface Description This sensor interface is used with computers. It has a standard connector so it can be plugged into a Windows® or Mac® computer. Connect sensors to Vernier GoLink® to: • Measure the acidity or alkalinity of a solution.
  • Page 12 Sensor Description This analog sensor connects directly to TI-Nspire™ handhelds through the mini-USB port and is used to collect temperature ranges. You can design experiments to: • Collect weather data. • Record temperature changes due to chemical reactions. • Perform heat fusion studies. Vernier EasyTemp®...

  • Page 13: Performing An Experiment

    Performing an Experiment When performing an experiment, these basic steps are the same no matter which type of experiment you perform. 1. Start a new document or problem. Important! If you connect a sensor before starting the Vernier DataQuest™ application, the software automatically opens the Vernier DataQuest™...

  • Page 14: Connecting Sensors

    Adding a Problem to a Document You can add a new problem to an existing document. TI recommends adding a new problem to the document, which ensures that the Vernier DataQuest™ application is set to its default values. 1. Click Insert >...
  • Page 15 2. Click , and then select the sensor you want to change. Change Units Note: The sensors displayed are those you attached or selected to use offline. 3. Click the unit type from the unit menu. The measurement unit is changed. Note: You can change the units before or after you collect data.

  • Page 16: Setting The Collection Mode

    To set the standing value to zero: 1. Click Experiment > Set Up Sensor 2. Click the sensor, and then click Zero Note: The sensors displayed in the sensor list are those attached or selected to use offline. The sensor value is now at zero. Reversing a Sensor Reading Display Use this feature to change the display of the reading.
  • Page 17 Setting a Time Based Collection Mode The Time Based collection mode captures data using timing as a guide. Set this mode to collect either samples per second (Rate) or seconds per sample (Interval) to determine how often data points are collected. Rate and Interval are simply reciprocals of each other.
  • Page 18 • (Optional): Strip Chart continuously collects samples Strip Chart but only retains the last x data points collected. (“x” represents the number of points defined in the Number of Points field.) • (Optional): Selecting this option places the Add Data Data Marker Marker in the Data collection controls area.
  • Page 19 2. (Optional) Type a name for the label. 3. (Optional) Type the units for the independent variable. 4. (Optional) Select the Average over 10 s (seconds) option. Use this option when sensor values fluctuate. The system collects ten seconds of data and retains the average reading. 5.

  • Page 20: Collecting Data

    4. (Optional) Select the Average over 10 s (seconds) option. Use this option when sensor values fluctuate. The system collects ten seconds of data and retains the average reading. 5. Click The settings are saved for the next run. Keep current reading now appears (inactive) in Data collection controls.
  • Page 21 Stopping the Data Collection In most data collection modes, the collection ends automatically. If using the Events with Entry collection mode, you must stop data collection manually. You can also end data collection for any other mode manually at any time. To stop a collection: ...
  • Page 22 The Keep current reading icon becomes active. The sensor shows the data point in the center of the screen. 5. Click for each data point you want to keep. Experiment > Keep The Events with Entry dialog box opens. 6. Type the value of the data point. 7.
  • Page 23 The Keep current reading icon becomes active. The sensor shows the data point in the center of the screen. 5. When you are ready, click The Averaging dialog box opens, counting down to zero seconds. When the counter reaches zero, the system records the data point in the appropriate location on the graph.
  • Page 24 7. Click Experiment > Stop Collection The data set run is complete. Collecting Data in the Photogate Timing Mode Use this procedure only after you assign Photogate Timing as the collection mode. 1. Click to reset the sensor to its default Experiment >...

  • Page 25: Storing A Data Set

    Storing a Data Set For most experiments data is collected for multiple trials (runs). You can store the data set from the latest run before performing a new run. Storing the data prevents it from being overwritten and retains the data by creating a new data set for the next run.
  • Page 26 Performing an Experiment...

  • Page 27: Working In The Graph View

    Working in the Graph View When you collect data, it is written in both the Graph and Table views. Use the Graph view to analyze data. Important: The Graph menu and Analyze menu items are only active when working in Graph View. To display the Graph view: ...
  • Page 28 Displaying One Graph When two graphs are displayed, the top graph is Graph 1 and the bottom graph is Graph 2. To display only Graph 1:  Select Graph > Show Graph > Graph 1 Only Graph1 is displayed. To display only Graph 2: ...
  • Page 29 Displaying Multiple Graphs To display both Graph 1 and Graph 2 together:  Select Graph > Show Graph > Both Graph1 and Graph 2 are displayed. Displaying Graphs in the Page Layout View Use the Page layout view when Show Graph is not the appropriate solution for showing more than one graph.
  • Page 30 1. Open the original data set you want to see in two graph windows. 2. Click Edit > Page Layout > Selected Layout. Handheld: Press , and then select Page Layout > Select Layout. 3. Select the type of page layout you want to use. In this example, the top and bottom page symbol was selected.
  • Page 31 6. To see separate views, click the view you want to change, and then select View > Table The new view is displayed. Note: Selection in one view is reflected in the other. 7. To show the same view, click the view to change. 8.

  • Page 32: Customizing The Graph

    Customizing the Graph You may customize the graph by adding a title, changing colors, and setting ranges for the axis. Adding a Title When you add a title to a graph, the title is displayed in the View Details area. When you print the graph, the title prints on the graph. 1.
  • Page 33 2. Type the name of the title in the Title field. —or— a) Type the name of the first graph in the Graph 1 field. b) Type the name of the second graph in the Graph 2 field. 3. Select to show the title.
  • Page 34 2. Type the new values in one or more of these fields: – X Min – X Max – Y Min – Y Max 3. Click OK. The application uses the new values for the graph visual range until you modify the range or change data sets. Setting Axis Ranges for Two Graphs When working with two graphs, enter two y axis minimum and maximum values, but only one set of minimum and maximum values for...
  • Page 35 – X Max – Graph 1: Y Min – Y Max – Graph 2: Y Min – Y Max 3. Click OK. The application uses the new values for the graph visual range until you modify the range or change data sets. Setting the Axis Range on the Graph You can modify the minimum and maximum range for the x and y axis on the graph.
  • Page 36 Selecting a Data Set to Plot To save data sets or run multiple trials, select the data set to plot. 1. Click Graph > Select Data Set The list of available data sets opens. 2. Select one of the following: •...
  • Page 37 Autoscaling a Graph Use the autoscale option to show all the points plotted. Autoscale Now is useful after you change the x and y axis range or zoom in or out of a graph. You can also define the automatic autoscale setting to use during and after a collection.
  • Page 38 1. Click Options > Autoscale Settings The Autoscale Settings dialog box opens. ¢ 2. Click to open the drop-down list. After Collection 3. Select one of these options: • Expands the graph to show all data points. Autoscale to Data. This option is the default mode.
  • Page 39 3. Perform one of these actions. – Zoom in or out – Strike or unstrike data – Examine settings Zooming In on a Graph You can zoom in on a subset of the collected points. You can also zoom out from a previous zoom or to expand the graph window beyond the data points collected.
  • Page 40 Changing the Point Display You can adjust the way points are displayed on graphs, change the point colors, and change the symbols for point markers. Setting Point Options To indicate how often marks show on the graph and whether to use a connecting line: 1.
  • Page 41 Changing Point Colors To change the color of the marks from the default settings. Note: On a TI-Nspire™ handheld, color is represented by different shades of gray. 1. Right-click the graph to open the menu. 2. Click Color The data option is often preceded by the data set name and Note: column name.
  • Page 42 Selecting Point Markers 1. Right-click in the graph to open the menu. 2. Click Point Marker Note: If there is only one dependent variable column, the Point Marker option is preceded by the data set name and column name. Otherwise, the Point Marker option has a menu. 3.
  • Page 43 Selecting an Independent Variable Column Use the option Select X-axis Column to select the column used as the independent variable when graphing the data. This column is used for all graphs. 1. Click Graph > Select X-axis Column 2. Select the variable you want to change. The x-axis label on the graph changes and the graph is reordered using the new independent variable for graphing the data.
  • Page 44 To hide details:  Click Options > Hide Details The menu changes from Hide Details to Show Details. The following parts of the screen are hidden: • Vernier DataQuest™ application view tabs • View Details area • Data collection controls The following example shows screens with the details hidden.

  • Page 45: Analyzing The Data In Table View

    Analyzing the Data in Table View Table view provides another way to sort and view collected data. Defining Column Options You can name columns and define the decimal points and the precision you want to use. To define the columns: 1.

  • Page 46: Creating A New Data Set

    4. Type the long name for the column in the Name field. 5. Type the abbreviated name in the Short Name field. Note: This name is displayed if the column cannot expand to display the full name. 6. Type the number of units in the field.

  • Page 47: Adding A New Column

    3. Click (preceded by the data set name). Options The Data Set Options dialog box opens. 4. Type the new name in the Name field. Note: The maximum character limit is 30 and the name cannot contain commas. 5. (Optional) Type information about the data set in the Notes field. 6.
  • Page 48 Note: Some of the fields may be populated but can be edited. 2. Type the long name for the column in the Name field. 3. Type the abbreviated name in the Short Name field. Note: This name is displayed if the column cannot expand to display the full name.

  • Page 49: Adding A New Calculated Column

    Note: This list only populates when data exists in the other application and includes a column label. 9. Select to link to the symbol table and make this Link to list information available to other TI-Nspire™ applications. Note: Linking is the default for most sensors. Important: Heart rate and blood pressure sensors require a tremendous amount of data to be useful, and the default for these sensors is to be unlinked to improve system performance.
  • Page 50 2. Type the long name for the column in the field. Name 3. Type the abbreviated name in the field. Short Name Note: This name is displayed if the column cannot expand to display the full name. 4. Type the units to be used. 5.

  • Page 51: Striking And Restoring Data

    8. Click The new calculated column is created. Striking and Restoring Data To strike data: 1. Open the data run that contains the data to be struck. 2. Select View > Table 3. Select the starting row and scroll to the ending point. To select the region: Drag the cursor to the bottom or top of the screen (depending on the direction of the selection) to select the area out of the immediate...
  • Page 52 Handheld: Select the first cell by pressing the Touchpad and holding until the cell is filled. Release and move the cursor across cells until the row is selected. Move the cursor to the bottom or top of the screen to select the rest of the region. Click the Touchpad to complete the selection.
  • Page 53 • - Restore all data. No data selection necessary. All Data The data is restored. Analyzing the Data in Table View...
  • Page 54 Analyzing the Data in Table View...

  • Page 55: Analyzing Data In Graph View

    Analyzing Data in Graph View In the Vernier DataQuest™ application, use Graph View to analyze data. Start by setting up graphs, and then using analysis tools such as integral, statistics, and curve fit to investigate the mathematical nature of the data.

  • Page 56: Expanding The View Details Area

    Use the scroll bar to view the rest of the data. 3. Click Other options under the Details context menu may be available. These options are subsets you can select if you only want to view some of the details. Expanding the View Details Area Use this procedure to expand the View Detail area.

  • Page 57: Interpolating The Value Between Two Data Points

    3. Drag the area to the right to increase the size, and then click to set the size. Drag the area to the left to decrease the size, and then click to set the size. Interpolating the Value Between Two Data Points Use Interpolate to estimate the value between two data points and to determine the value of a Curve Fit between and beyond these data points.

  • Page 58: Finding The Area Under A Data Plot

    To find the slope: 1. Click Analyze > Tangent A check mark appears in the menu next to the option. 2. Click the graph. The examine indicator is drawn to the nearest data point. The values of the plotted data are shown in the View details area and the All Details for Graph dialog box.
  • Page 59 For information on clearing the Integral analysis, see Removing Analysis Options. Generating Statistics Use this option to determine the statistics associated with the plotted data. Minimum, maximum, mean, standard deviation, and number of samples are calculated. You can find the statistics for all the data or a selected region of data.
  • Page 60 5. Click For information on clearing the Statistics analysis, see Removing Analysis Options. Generating a Curve Fit Use Curve Fit to find the best curve fit to match the data. Select all of the data or a selected region of data. The curve is drawn on the graph. To generate curve fit: 1.
  • Page 61 The Fit Linear dialog box opens. 4. Click The following image is an example of a Quadratic curve fit. 5. Review the data. For information on clearing the Curve Fit analysis, see Removing Analysis Options. Analyzing Data in Graph View...
  • Page 62 Plotting a Model This option provides a manual method for plotting a function to fit data. Use one of the predefined models or enter your own. You can also set the spin increment to use in the View Details dialog box. Spin increment is the value by which the coefficient changes when you click the spin buttons in the View Details dialog box.
  • Page 63 4. Type the value for the variables. 5. Type the change in value in the Spin Increment fields. 6. Click OK. Note: These values are the initial values. You can also adjust these values in the View Details area. The model is shown on the graph with adjustment options in the View Details area and in the All Details for Graph dialog box.

  • Page 64: Removing Analysis Options

    For information on clearing the Model analysis, see Removing Analysis Options. 8. Click to make any desired adjustments to the coefficients. —or— Click the value in the View Details area. This graphic is an example of a model with adjusted values. Removing Analysis Options When clearing previously analyzed data from the graph and the View Details area, you can choose to clear all data, a specific data display, or...
  • Page 65 • Statistics • Curve Fit • Model 1. Click Analyze > Remove 2. Select the data display you want to remove. The display you selected is removed from the graph and the View Details area. Analyzing Data in Graph View...
  • Page 66 Analyzing Data in Graph View...

  • Page 67: Using Advanced Data Collection Options

    Using Advanced Data Collection Options To collect information at a remote location, you will set up and use a remote sensor. Use one of the two following methods to collect data using a remote sensor: • The manual trigger on the TI-Nspire™ Lab Cradle or a sensor with a trigger to start the collection.

  • Page 68: Setting Up A Remote Collection Unit

    Setting Up a Remote Collection Unit Only the TI-Nspire™ Lab Cradle, TI CBR 2™, and Vernier Go!Motion® support remote data collection. Sensors use values currently defined in the Vernier DataQuest™ application. You must edit these collection mode values before you set up the remote unit.

  • Page 69: Setting Up The Sensor For Triggering

    Setting the delay at zero allows you to use the manual trigger button on the Lab Cradle to start the collection. See Using the Manual Trigger to Start the Collection. 6. Click The Remote Setup dialog box opens. A message is displayed telling you how to start the collection and that it is safe to disconnect the data collection device.
  • Page 70 3. Select the sensor from the drop- Select the sensor to use as trigger down list. The menu displays the sensors connected to the TI-Nspire™ Lab Note: Cradle. 4. Select one of the following from the Select the type of trigger to drop-down list.

  • Page 71: Using The Manual Trigger To Start The Collection

    8. (Optional) Select Experiment > Advanced Set up > Triggering verify the active indicator is set to Enabled. Important: When the trigger is enabled, it stays active until it is disabled or you start a new experiment. Enabling a Disabled Trigger If you set the trigger values in the current experiment, and then disable them, you can enable the triggers again.

  • Page 72: Using A Delay To Start The Collection

    7. Review the settings. Verify the delay is at zero (no delay). Setting the delay at zero allows you to use the manual trigger button on the Lab Cradle to start data collection. 8. Click OK. The Remote Setup dialog box opens indicating the sensor is ready for remote collection.
  • Page 73 2. Create a new document. Creating a new document ensures that the Vernier DataQuest™ application is set to its default values. 3. Attach a sensor to the TI-Nspire™ Lab Cradle. 4. Attach the TI-Nspire™ Lab Cradle to the computer or handheld. 5.

  • Page 74: Retrieving Remote Data

    10. Click 11. Disconnect the Lab Cradle. 12. View the LED lights to determine if the sensor is ready to collect data. • Red. Indicates that the system is not ready. • Amber. Indicates the system is ready, but is not collecting data. •...

  • Page 75: Working With Advanced Analysis Features

    Working with Advanced Analysis Features Use the Vernier DataQuest™ application advanced data analysis features • Replay the data collection. • Adjust derivative settings. • Draw a predictive plot. • Use Motion Match. • Examine graphs using the Page Layout view. Replaying the Data Collection Use the Replay option to playback the data collection.
  • Page 76 2. Select the data set to replay from the Data Set drop-down list. Note: Changing the run in the Data Set selection tool does not affect the playback choice. You must specify which data set in Experiment > Replay > Advanced Settings 3.

  • Page 77: Adjusting Derivative Settings

    Advancing the Playback by One Point Use this option to advance the playback point by point. The playback must be selected and paused for this option to be available. To advance the paused playback:  Select Experiment > Replay > Advance One. The playback advances by one point until the last point is reached.

  • Page 78: Drawing And Clearing A Predictive Plot

    The Vernier DataQuest™ application can determine a numeric derivative of a list of data with respect to another list of data. The data can be collected using sensors, input manually, or linked from other applications. The numerical derivative is found using a calculated column.

  • Page 79: Using Motion Match

    1. Click Analyze > Draw Prediction > Draw 2. Move the cursor over the graph, and then click each area in which you want to place a point. 3. Press to release the drawing tool. Handheld: Press The following image is an example of a drawn prediction. Clearing the Prediction To clear the drawn prediction: ...
  • Page 80 • Generates a random velocity plot. New Velocity Match. The following image is an example of the Motion Match (New Velocity Match) generated plot: Continue selecting a new position or a new velocity match to Note: generate a new random plot without removing the existing plot. Removing a Motion Match Plot To remove the generated plot: ...

  • Page 81: Printing Data

    Printing Data You can only print from the computer. You can print any single displayed active view, or with the Print All option you can print: • One data view. • All of the data views. • A combination of the data views. The Print All option has no affect in applications outside of the Vernier DataQuest™...
  • Page 82 2. Select from the Print What drop-down list. Print All The Print dialog box opens. 3. Select additional options, if needed. 4. Click to send the document to the printer. Print Printing Data...

  • Page 83: Using The Sensors And Data With Other Applications

    Using the Sensors and Data with Other Applications The Sensor Console is a specialized view of the Vernier DataQuest™ application designed for using sensors with other TI-Nspire™ applications such as: • Graphs • Geometry • Data & Statistics • Lists & Spreadsheet When you perform experiments, TI recommends that you have only one document open.

  • Page 84: Opening The Sensor Console Application Menus

    Opening the Sensor Console Application Menus The Sensor Console menus are a subset of the Vernier DataQuest™ menus. Accessing the Application Menu on the Computer To access the Sensor Console menu: 1. Click anywhere on the Sensor Console bar. Handheld: Press 2.

  • Page 85: Viewing Existing Data

    Viewing Existing Data You can view data collected and stored from a different TI-Nspire™ application in the current application. 1. Open the document with the captured data set. For example, open the Graphs application. 2. Click Insert > [other application] For example, insert Lists and Spreadsheet.
  • Page 86 4. Click Collect Data > View Data in Apps on Current Page. Handheld: a) Click in the Sensor Console area. b) Press , and then Collect Data > View Data in Apps on Current Page Wait until the data is populated. After a few moments, the data is displayed.

  • Page 87: Analyzing Data In The Data & Statistics Application

    You can now work with the data in the current application. Analyzing Data in the Data & Statistics Application When you open existing data in the Data & Statistics application, the data first displays as a Dot Point graph. You must take additional steps to organize the points.
  • Page 88 Using the Sensors and Data with Other Applications...

  • Page 89: Compatible Sensors

    Compatible Sensors The following sensors can be used with the Vernier DataQuest™ application. • 25-g Accelerometer • 3-Axis Accelerometer • Low-g Accelerometer • CBR 2™ - Connects directly to handheld USB port • Go! Motion - Connects directly to computer USB port •...
  • Page 90 • Force Plate • Gas Pressure Sensor • Hand Dynamometer • Hand-Grip Heart Rate Monitor • Instrumentation Amplifier • Light Sensor • Magnetic Field Sensor • Microphone • Mini Gas Chromatograph • Nitrate Ion-Selective Electrode • O2 Gas Sensor • ORP Sensor •...
  • Page 91 • Vernier Infrared Thermometer • Vernier Photogate • Voltage Probe Compatible Sensors...
  • Page 92 Compatible Sensors...

  • Page 93: Ti-Nspire™ Lab Cradle

    TI-Nspire™ Lab Cradle The TI-Nspire™ Lab Cradle is a device used with TI-Nspire™ handhelds, TI-Nspire™ software for computers, or as a stand-alone tool to collect data. The Lab Cradle supports all TI sensors. It also supports more than 50 analog and digital Vernier DataQuest™ sensors, including motion detectors and photogate sensors.

  • Page 94: Exploring The Lab Cradle

    Exploring the Lab Cradle The following graphic shows the front and back of the Lab Cradle. TI-Nspire™ logo. The TI-Nspire™ name. Analog ports. The three BT analog ports used to connect analog sensors. The other side of the cradle has two digital ports for digital sensors.

  • Page 95: Setting Up The Lab Cradle For Data Collection

    Trigger. Pressing this button is one method for capturing data from attached sensors. Use this trigger when using the Lab Cradle as a stand-alone data collection tool. Label. Displays the serial number and other hardware information. Handheld transfer connector. Used to connect the handheld and Lab Cradle when collecting or transferring data.

  • Page 96: Learning About The Lab Cradle

    Using the Lab Cradle with a Handheld You can connect the Lab Cradle to your handheld to collect or retrieve data. Using the Lab Cradle with a Computer The Lab Cradle works with all Windows® and Mac® operating systems currently supported by the TI-Nspire™ Teacher and Student computer software.
  • Page 97 Durability The Lab Cradle is durable enough to withstand extensive use in the classroom and in the field. It is designed to survive being dropped from a height of 36 inches, the height of a standard lab table. Storing/Operating Temperature Ranges The Lab Cradle storage temperature range is between -40°C (32°...

  • Page 98: Viewing Data Collection Status

    If using more than one sensor at the same time, the 100,000 samples per second rate is divided by the number of connected sensors. For example, when using: • One sensor, data is collected at 100,000. • Two sensors, data is collected at 50 kHz per sensor. •...

  • Page 99: Managing Power

    Green • Green indicates the system is actively collecting data. • Slow blink: Actively collecting data. Note: There may be a slight variation in the duration of the blink depending on the mode/rate of collection. • Fast blink: Pre-storing data prior to a trigger. Alternating Amber and Green •...
  • Page 100  Press (Settings) (Status). When you attach the Lab Cradle directly to a computer, you do not see a power indicator. Use the LED light on the top of the Lab Cradle to determine battery status. Battery status When the Lab Cradle is connected to a USB power source (either wall charger or computer): •...

  • Page 101: Charging The Lab Cradle

    If the power is unable to support the experiment configuration, a warning indicates that the power available is insufficient for the experiment. You either need to charge the battery or plug the Lab Cradle into an external power source. When using the wall charger, TI-Nspire™ Cradle Charging Bay, or USB cable plugged into a powered computer, the Lab Cradle can be fully charged from a dead state in less than 12 hours when not being used.

  • Page 102: Upgrading The Operating System

    For up-to-date information about available OS upgrades, check the Texas Instruments website at education.ti.com. You can download an OS upgrade from the Texas Instruments website to a computer, and use a USB cable to install the OS on your TI-Nspire™ Lab Cradle.
  • Page 103 3. In the Connected Handhelds/Lab Cradle pane, select a connected Lab Cradle. 4. Select Help > Check for Handheld/Lab Cradle OS Update • If the operating system is current, the Check for Handheld/Lab Cradle OS dialog box opens indicating that the operating system on the Lab Cradle is up to date.
  • Page 104 the Content Explorer to activate this option. If the OS on the Lab Cradle is not current, the dialog box indicates that there is an updated version of the operating system. Follow the prompts to update the operating system. • In all versions of the TI-Nspire™...
  • Page 105 The file displayed for selection defaults to the file type required for the selected Lab Cradle. 1. Select the OS file TI-Nspire.tlo. 2. Click to download the OS and update the Lab Cradle. The Install OS confirmation message “You are about to upgrade your handheld/Lab Cradle operating system.
  • Page 106 TI-Nspire™ Lab Cradle...

  • Page 107: Appendix: Service And Support

    For Technical Support For Product (Hardware) Service Customers in the U.S., Canada, Mexico, Puerto Rico and Virgin Islands: Always contact Texas Instruments Customer Support before returning a product for service. For All Other Countries: For general information For more information about TI products and services, contact TI by e-mail or visit the TI Internet address.

  • Page 108: Precautions For Rechargeable Batteries

    Precautions for Rechargeable Batteries Take these precautions when replacing rechargeable batteries: • Use only the charger recommended for the cell or battery, or the one that was provided with the original equipment. • Remove the cell or battery from the charger or alternating current adapter when not in use or being charged.

  • Page 109: Index

    Index selecting ranges 34 viewing details 51 adding 14 data analysis calculated columns 45 interpolation 53 data markers 14 data collections data to columns manually 43 average over 10 option mode 18 problems to documents 10 drop counting mode 20 titles to graphs 28 events with entry mode 17 analysis options...
  • Page 110 values between data points 53 expanding view details area 52 Lab Cradle experiments battery status 95 basic steps 9 LEDs 94 drawing predictions 74 overview 94 saving 21 setting up 91 upgrading OS 98 LED lights Lab Cradle 70 features sensors 65 Vernier DataQuest™...
  • Page 111 generating motion match 75 calibrating 11 predictive 75 changing measurement units 10 removing motion match 76 connecting 10 plotting for computers 8 models 58 for handhelds 7 points for remote data collections 64 changing colors 37 interfaces 6 replotting 83 LED lights 65 setting markers 38 list 85...
  • Page 112 manually 67 methods 93 using delays 68 Upgrading the OS 99 Vernier DataQuest™ application 1 viewing collected data details 51 data collections 81 views Graph 3 Meter 3 Page Layout 25 Sensor Console 79 Table 3 zooming in 35 out 35...

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