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- Page 1 PROPRIETARY INFORMATION Orion TI-84 Plus Talking Graphing Calculator User Guide April, 2019 Version 1.0...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
INTRODUCTION ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ 4 ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 4 BOUT UIDE -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 4 EATURES -------------------------------------------------------------------- 5 ONVENTIONS SED IN UIDE BECOMING ACQUAINTED WITH YOUR ORION TI-84 PLUS TALKING GRAPHING CALCULATOR --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 6 ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 6 ARTS -------------------------------------------------------------------------- 6 RIENTATION AND UNCTIONS ------------------------------------------------------------------------ 7 OWER UPPLY AND... - Page 3 Orion TI-84 Plus Talking Graphing Calculator User Guide Version 1.0 ----------------------------------------------------------------------- 29 RAPH AND RINT OR MBOSS WARRANTY --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 30 ---------------------------------------------------------------------- 30 ARDWARE IMITED ARRANTY EXCLUSIONS AND LIMITATIONS ---------------------------------------------------------------- 30 OBTAINING WARRANTY SERVICE -------------------------------------------------------------- 32 FURTHER INFORMATION -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 33 Orbit Research...
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Page 4: Introduction
The Orion TI-84 Plus is the world’s first fully accessible handheld graphing calculator and is based on the popular TI-84 Plus Graphing Calculator. The functionality and operation of the Orion TI-84 Plus are identical in all respects to the standard TI-84 Plus Graphing Calculator. The only differences are additional controls, jacks, speakers, and software for making the user interface fully accessible. -
Page 5: Conventions Used In
Orion TI-84 Plus Talking Graphing Calculator User Guide Version 1.0 Features of The Orion TI-84 Plus Talking Graphing Calculator Comprehensive choice of speech modes for various levels of feedback High capacity, rechargeable battery Battery or AC adapter operation Ergonomically designed... -
Page 6: Becoming Acquainted With Your Orion Ti-84 Plus Talking Graphing Calculator
Orion TI-84 Plus Talking Graphing Calculator. Position the Orion TI-84 Plus so that the keys face up and the ports are at the top. This is the normal operating position. The ports at the top of the calculator from left to right begin with the TI-84 serial link port on the far left, followed by the micro port, the Mini-B port, and finally the earphone jack on the far right. -
Page 7: Power Supply And 2.4 Operation Procedure
Note: Fully charge the battery the first time you use the calculator. This should take about four hours. You can use the Orion TI-84 Plus while it is charging. The TI-84 triple-A batteries should last about several months. When they do become low, you will receive a message at 5% indicating that you have about several days of charge remaining in the triple-A batteries. -
Page 8: Help Mode
Help mode. 2.5 Help Mode The Orion TI-84 Plus Help mode function assists you with locating keys and confirming their functionality. Help mode can be used at any time, even in the middle of a calculation. When the unit is in Help mode, the calculator retains its previous status (i.e., if you were in the middle of an operation, the calculator is... -
Page 9: Keys
Orion TI-84 Plus Talking Graphing Calculator User Guide Version 1.0 When used with the Shift or the CTRL keys, many of the keys have multiple functions. The following table describes each key by location and function: Keys Location Function Control and... - Page 10 Orion TI-84 Plus Talking Graphing Calculator User Guide Version 1.0 Keys Location Function you are using earphones, the volume control adjusts the earphone volume. When earphones are not connected, the volume control adjusts the volume of the speakers. Rate of...
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Page 11: Graph Options
Orion TI-84 Plus Talking Graphing Calculator User Guide Version 1.0 Keys Location Function • Serial Number • Reset All • Exit 6.1.1 Graph Options Selecting Graph Options from the Preferences menu opens a menu that contains the Coordinate Announcement option. This option sets the order in which the X- and Y-coordinates are announced and sets whether both are announced. - Page 12 Orion TI-84 Plus Talking Graphing Calculator User Guide Version 1.0 Indicator Function generated to indicate that the current graph point is either a local minimum or maximum. In playback mode once the graph is plotted on the screen, Orion plays the equation sound.
- Page 13 Orion TI-84 Plus Talking Graphing Calculator User Guide Version 1.0 If … Then … the graph crosses multiple graphs Orion says multiple numbers in playback mode Once a graph is plotted on the screen, Orion plays the equation sound. the current coordinate intersects with...
- Page 14 Orion TI-84 Plus Talking Graphing Calculator User Guide Version 1.0 screen. An imaginary cursor moves from left to right and plays average pitch of each column. Important Note: When using Graph screen Sonograph mode, all information present in the sweep region is included in the sweep sound. To avoid nongraphical information (axis, coordinate information) in sweep sound, select Axis Off, and then Coord Off from the Format menu.
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Page 15: Graph Options
Orion TI-84 Plus Talking Graphing Calculator User Guide Version 1.0 8. Press the playback key combo (SHIFT + PREF) to hear the Sonograph feature for the Graph screen. Tones are generated by the Sonograph feature depending on the bandwidth. In... -
Page 16: Speech Options
Orbit Research continues to investigate methods in supporting other displays. To connect the Orion TI-84 Plus to the Orbit Reader 20 or other Baum protocol device you need a cable that converts from USB Micro-A to Mini-B. It can be ordered through the Amazon®... - Page 17 Orion TI-84 Plus Talking Graphing Calculator User Guide Version 1.0 Braille Options Function Silent Startup Mode Selecting Silent Startup mode opens a dialog with the following two options: • On - allows you to boot up and shutdown without any audible sounds or haptic feedback, so it is not a distraction during class.
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Page 18: Speech And Tonem
Orion TI-84 Plus Talking Graphing Calculator User Guide Version 1.0 To change from the default setting of Nemeth to UEB and back, follow the steps below: 1. Select Braille Option from the Preference menu 2. Choose the format of Braille and press Select Note: The x's are replaced by numbers, or in the case of the serial number, the x's are replaced by numbers and letters. -
Page 19: Replaying Indicators Of A
Options 6.5 Reviewing the Screen The Orion TI-84 Plus has a review cursor that can be used to review the screen without disrupting current calculations. The arrow keys on the right-hand side of the Orion, used alone or in combination with the Shift or CTRL keys, direct the review functions. - Page 20 As you move right and left, Orion TI-84 Plus announces the number and the index value of the number. Between the numbers it clicks letting you know you are not yet on a number.
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Page 21: Calculator Operations With The Orion Ti-84 Plus
Enter the following items: 1,10,50) Press enter After the steps above have been completed, the Orion TI-84 Plus creates a list of 50 random numbers from 1 to 10. Pressing the TI-84 Right arrow key will read each integer and its index in the list of integers. If you save this list to a variable, you can then use the announced index to get the spoken value in an equation. -
Page 22: Entering Expressions
Orion TI-84 Plus Talking Graphing Calculator User Guide Version 1.0 7.1.1 Entering Expressions Orion announces each key you press when entering an expression. When you press a modifier key (such as Alpha or 2nd), Orion also announces that key and the modified function of the next key you press. -
Page 23: Copying The Previous Expression
Orion TI-84 Plus Talking Graphing Calculator User Guide Version 1.0 A tone is generated if the TI-84 Plus cursor is unable to move when a navigation key is pressed. This occurs most frequently because it has reached the limits of the navigation area. -
Page 24: Graph Screeno
The sections below describe the Graph screen operations with the Orion TI-84 Plus. It is important to note that when graphing with the Orion TI-84 Plus, you should use the Trace mode, not the Graph mode. The Trace mode cursor delineates the graphed equation, while the Graph mode cursor moves freely around the graph. -
Page 25: Exiting The Graph Screen
Orion TI-84 Plus Talking Graphing Calculator User Guide Version 1.0 7.2.5 Exiting the Graph Screen When the Graph screen is active, you can exit it in the following ways: To … Do this … exit either the Graph screen or... -
Page 26: Y-Value Corresponding To X-Value In Trace Mode
Orion TI-84 Plus Talking Graphing Calculator User Guide Version 1.0 coordinate value; the frequency of the tone corresponds to the Y- coordinate value of each point. • If you navigate to a coordinate value outside of the visible screen area, no tone is generated. -
Page 27: Enabling, Disabling, And Editing Equations
Orion TI-84 Plus Talking Graphing Calculator User Guide Version 1.0 By pressing the Up and Down arrow keys on the TI-84 Plus You can navigate through various "Y=" equations. If the equation string is blank, only the equation number (Y1 to Y0) is announced. -
Page 28: Embossing And Printing And Data Transfer
It is also possible to transfer data via e-mail to yourself or others (e.g., a teacher's e-mail address). To print or emboss, it is first necessary to connect your Orion TI-84 Plus to your computer. You need two things to enable the calculator to communicate with your computer for printing and embossing: 1. -
Page 29: Run Ti Connect Tm
Orion TI-84 Plus Talking Graphing Calculator User Guide Version 1.0 Step Action If you are not already logged onto the TI website, the Sign In page appears. You can continue as a guest or sign up for free. If you are already a member, enter your e-mail address and password Follow the directions to download the software. -
Page 30: Warranty
Print to the embosser or printer of your choice Warranty 9.1 Hardware Limited Warranty Warranty obligations for the Orion TI-84 Plus are limited to the terms set forth below: Orbit Research warrants this hardware product against defects in materials and workmanship under normal use for a period of ONE (1) YEAR from the purchase by the original purchaser ("Warranty Period"). - Page 31 THE REPLACEMENT OF EQUIPMENT AND PROPERTY, ANY COSTS OF RECOVERING, PROGRAMMING OR REPRODUCING ANY PROGRAM OR DATA STORED IN OR USED WITH THE ORBIT RESEARCH PRODUCT, AND ANY FAILURE TO MAINTAIN THE CONFIDENTIALITY OF DATA STORED ON THE PRODUCT. THE FOREGOING LIMITATION SHALL NOT APPLY TO DEATH OR PERSONAL INJURY CLAIMS, OR ANY STATUTORY LIABILITY FOR INTENTIONAL AND GROSS NEGLIGENT ACTS AND/OR OMISSIONS.
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Page 32: Obtaining Warranty Service
POSSIBLE THAT THE CONTENTS ON THE DEVICE BEING SERVICED WILL BE LOST OR REFORMATTED IN THE COURSE OF WARRANTY SERVICE, AND ORBIT RESEARCH IS NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR ANY DAMAGE TO OR LOSS OF PROGRAMS, DATA, OR OTHER INFORMATION CONTAINED ON THE MEDIA OR ANY PART OF THE PRODUCT SERVICED. -
Page 33: Further Information
Orion TI-84 Plus Talking Graphing Calculator User Guide Version 1.0 • Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: 1. This device may not cause harmful interference, and 2.
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