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- Page 1 TI-Navigator™ Installation Guide _____________________________________________ Write the System ID number here. The number is printed inside the case for the CD.
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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 with or... - Page 3 Use only the integral antenna supplied by the manufacturer when operating this device. Unauthorized antennas, modifications, or attachments could damage the TI-Navigator™ access point and violate FCC regulations. Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to operate this equipment.
- Page 4 Canadian IC Information Product Name: TI-Navigator™ IC ID: 451E-TINAVAP Model Number/Name: NAV-AP-US Product Name: TI-Navigator™ IC ID: 4773A-CX6601B Model Number/Name: Network Hub Industry Canada Statement: Operation is subject to the following two conditions in Canada: this device may not cause interference, and...
- Page 5 Stewardship page at education.ti.com English Hereby, Texas Instruments declares that this TI-Navigator™ Access Point is in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of Directive 1999/5/EC. The Declaration of Conformity may be consulted in the Product Stewardship page at...
- Page 6 Conformity) kan findes på Product Stewardship siden på education.ti.com. Norsk Texas Instruments erklærer herved at utstyret TI-Navigator™ Access Point er i samsvar med de grunnleggende krav og øvrige relevante krav i direktiv 1999/5/EF. Samsvarserklæringen kan konsulteres på produktforvaltningssiden (Product Stewardship) på...
- Page 7 Italiano Con la presente Texas Instruments dichiara che questo TI-Navigator™ Access Point è conforme ai requisiti essenziali ed alle altre disposizioni pertinenti stabilite dalla direttiva 1999/5/CE. La dichiarazione di conformità può essere consultata sulla pagina Product Stewardship del sito education.ti.com...
- Page 8 European Community country. This device is intended to be operated in all countries of the European Community. Additional restrictions of use for the TI-Navigator™ Access Point within the European Community countries in the 2.400 to 2.4835 GHz band are listed below.
- Page 9 Access Point, are not intended to be operated with any antenna(s) other than those furnished by Texas Instruments. An intentional radiator may only be operated with the antenna(s) with which it is authorized. Warning! The access point radio(s) are disabled by default and can be enabled only by the system administrator using the Management software application.
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Page 11: Table Of Contents
Removing the network connectors........7 Checking the LEDs..............8 Before you begin................8 Installing .................. 8 Setting up your TI-Navigator™ network the first time ..... 11 Before you begin..............11 Connecting the cables to the access point ......12 Starting the wizard ............... 13 Installing the calculator operating system........ -
Page 13: Overview
Overview The TI-Navigator™ classroom learning system from Texas Instruments can help you: • Assess student understanding. • Verify that students are on task. • Use classroom results to engage students. • Get immediate feedback from your students to promote student achievement. -
Page 14: System Requirements
• Data sets (lists, matrices, and so on) There are several ways to learn to set up and use the TI-Navigator™ system: • The Getting Started poster—a short version of the setup process with fewer details. • The Installation Guide (this book, provided in both printed and PDF formats)—complete setup details, troubleshooting, and technical... -
Page 15: Other Requirements
• Approximately 500 MB of available hard-disk space (to install TI Connect™ , TI-Navigator™ , Network Manager, Class Analysis, and LearningCheck™ Creator) • 32 bit operating system only on a 32 bit or 64 bit machine • CD-ROM drive •... -
Page 16: Classroom Kit
Classroom kit The Standard-A to Mini-B USB cable and the black and gray TI-GRAPH LINK™ cables do not work with the TI-Navigator™ system. The USB computer cable and the USB Silver Edition cable require a USB port. The USB Silver Edition cable is used to connect a calculator to the teacher’s computer. -
Page 17: Student Kit (Up To 16 Students)
Student kit (up to 16 students) • 1 charging bay with AC9940 power adapter • 4 network hubs • 4 network connectors • 4 clamps (to attach hubs to student work surfaces) • 16 data cables (to connect the calculators to the network connectors) 4 network hubs and 4 network connectors Hub-charging bay... -
Page 18: Assembling And Charging The Network Hubs
Assembling and charging the network hubs The network hubs contain rechargable batteries. Hub batteries are already charged when shipped, but you should charge them overnight before using them in your class. When the hubs are fully charged, they will function all day under continuous use. You should recharge them each night. -
Page 19: Removing The Network Connectors
Note: If you purchased the individual kit and do not have a charging bay, you can charge a single hub using the AC9930 power adapter instead. The network connector acts as an on-off switch for the network hub. It must be connected for the hub to function on the network, but you can charge a hub with or without a network connector attached. -
Page 20: Checking The Leds
Windows . If you don’t know whether or not you have administrator privileges, check with your school’s help desk or system administrator. Installing Insert the TI-Navigator™ CD in your computer’s CD-ROM drive. The window to the CD should open automatically. - Page 21 Note: If the setup program does not run, click , and then Start > Run type D:\Autorun.exe, where D is your CD-ROM drive, and click Click , and then click TI-Navigator Software Install TI-Navigator™ The TI-Navigator™ Setup dialog displays. Click to continue.
- Page 22 Note: If version 1.3 or earlier of TI Connect is already installed on your computer, the installation program will uninstall it, and install TI Connect 1.6. If earlier versions of other TI-Navigator™ components are already installed, the installation program will uninstall it and install the current version.
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Page 23: Setting Up Your Ti-Navigator™ Network The First Time
A Network Setup wizard helps you activate the access point and hubs for wireless communication. Note: See the warning statements on page viii. Before you begin Make sure you have installed the TI-Navigator™ software on your computer. Make sure each hub is fully charged ( LED is solid green). -
Page 24: Connecting The Cables To The Access Point
LED changes from solid green to blinking green when you remove a hub from the charging bay. Have a ball-point pen or paper clip handy; you’ll need it to reset the hubs. Connecting the cables to the access point Identify the cables. AC9930 Power USB cable adapter... -
Page 25: Starting The Wizard
Access point, side view Starting the wizard A First Time Setup screen opens automatically when you complete the installation of the TI-Navigator™ software. You are immediately prompted to run the network setup wizard. Note: See the warning statements on page viii. - Page 26 Select a country. The operating channel is automatically set to a default setting. Click Network Manager sends signals to the access point to add it to the network. After the access point is found, the wizard displays a message. Click The next step is to add the network hubs to your classroom network.
- Page 27 11. Click . The Network Manager software reconfigures the access Next point to add hubs to the system. 12. When the next screen appears, follow the directions on the screen.
- Page 28 Reset button Network hub, bottom view 13. Use a ball point pen to press the reset button on the back of the hub. Hold the button in until the LEDs are solid amber, then release the button. This resets the hub to its factory default settings. Repeat for each hub in the classroom.
- Page 29 Another screen indicates that the access point is being reconfigured to communicate with the hubs. When all of the hubs are found, Network Manger displays the list of hubs.
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Page 30: Installing The Calculator Operating System
TI Connect™ software to update the operating system on each calculator. All calculators on the network must have the latest operating system installed for the TI-Navigator™ system to work properly. For TI-73 Explorer™, use OS version 1.90 or higher, TI-83 Plus calculators, use OS version 1.19 or higher. -
Page 31: Connecting The Calculators To The Hubs
Install the operating system on every calculator to be used with your TI-Navigator™ system. Warning: Do not disconnect the cable at any time while updating an operating system or installing Apps to a calculator. - Page 32 Attach a hub to each clamp. Plug as many as four TI graphing calculators into the four jacks on the network connector at the top of each network hub. Insert the plug carefully; do not bend the plug.
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Page 33: Installing Software Apps On The Calculators
QuickPolls, send files to the class, or use the Activity Center, all without using the computer. See the TI-Navigator™ Reference Guide or Help for more information. At the end of the school day, return the hubs to the charging bay and charge them overnight. - Page 34 The TI-Navigator™ home screen appears. If you have not used the software before, the Create a Class dialog box opens, and you are asked if you want to set up your classroom. If you prefer, you can click Cancel to skip to step 3 and create your classes later.
- Page 35 TImeSpan™ Viewer App You can install these items to all the calculators on the network using the App Transfer utility in the TI-Navigator™ software, or you can install them to a single calculator using the USB Silver Edition cable and...
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Page 36: Technical Information
IEEE 802.11b/g industry standard, also known as Wi-Fi (wireless fidelity). This networking standard provides high-speed data transfer in the license-free 2.4 GHz band. The TI-Navigator™ system has been tested to perform at a range of 70 feet. -
Page 37: Access Point Leds
If possible, avoid sources of potential interference, such as metal walls, microwave ovens, and wireless phones. Access point LEDs POWER – Indicates that the access point is receiving power from the power adapter. TEST – The access point is in self-test mode. This LED should blink for a minute and then stop. -
Page 38: Removing The Battery Pack
Under normal use, the rechargeable battery pack will last 2-3 years. If you must replace the battery pack, use only the 3.6L43BPA battery from Texas Instruments. Hub LEDs The LEDs on each network hub use various colors and blink patterns to indicate overall status, data activity, or power status. - Page 39 Battery (Power Status) LED Color and pattern Meaning Changing from green The battery is charging. to amber to red Solid green Power on; fully charged and powered by a charging bay or power adapter. Blinking green Power on; battery powered. The battery is 30% to 99% charged.
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Page 40: Troubleshooting
Reference Guide or TI-Navigator™ Help. Lost connections Certain actions, such as resetting the access point, can cause the TI-Navigator™ network to lose its connection to one or more hubs. This can occur even when Network Manager reports that the hubs are responding. -
Page 41: Messages
Possible causes or solutions message Device is Troubleshoot the Access Point procedure to incorrectly reconfigure this device. (See “Setting up your configured TI-Navigator™ network the first time” on page 11.) An access point was located, but one or more configuration parameters are set incorrectly. - Page 42 Problem or Possible causes or solutions message Device is • Repeat the Add Hubs procedure to incorrectly reconfigure this hub. configured • Remove the hub and then add it back into the This hub has been network. located, but one or more configuration parameters are...
- Page 43 To avoid this, make sure that hubs are added to only one TI-Navigator™ system at a time, and make sure a TI-Navigator™ system in a nearby classroom is not adding hubs at the same time.
- Page 44 If you charge a battery overnight or low batteries. and the LED on the network hub still blinks red or amber, contact Texas Instruments for help. Extra hubs appear • Do not attempt to configure more than one on the network classroom network at the same time.
- Page 45 • To try a different channel, open Network your Manager, click Actions > Change Operating TI-Navigator™ Channel . In the Operating Channel list, click a access point. different channel number, and click . If the changing the channel doesn’t correct the...
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Page 47: Texas Instruments Support And Service
(866) TI-NAVIGATOR / (866) 846-2844 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. All other customers: Refer to the leaflet enclosed with this product... -
Page 48: Battery Precautions For Calculators
Take these precautions when replacing batteries. THERE IS A RISK OF EXPLOSION IF REPLACED BY AN INCORRECT TYPE. REPLACE ONLY WITH THE SAME OR EQUIVALENT TYPE RECOMMENDED BY TEXAS INSTRUMENTS. DISPOSE OF USED BATTERIES ACCORDING TO LOCAL REGULATIONS. • Do not leave batteries within the reach of children. -
Page 49: Battery Precautions For Rechargeable Battery Packs
Battery Precautions for Rechargeable Battery Packs The TI-Navigator™ network hub contains a Lithium Ion battery pack. Adherence to the following instructions and cautions will help you get the most from your battery pack. Contact TI if you have problems with the battery. - Page 51 35 attaching to hub 6 error messages 28 operating system installing on calculators 21 overview of TI-Navigator 1 FCC statement ii precautions with batteries 36 precautions with rechargeable hubs batteries 37 activating 11...
- Page 52 2 recharging network hubs 6 resetting hubs 11 technical information 24 TI-Navigator overview 1 trademarks ii troubleshooting 28 safety battery 36 rechargeable batteries 37 service and support 35 unpacking the boxes 3 setting up network 11 software installing on calculators 21...
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