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Texas Instruments TI-NSPIRE User Manual

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  • Page 1 Math and Science Learning Technology Handheld...

  • Page 2: Important Information

    Important Information Except as otherwise expressly stated in the License that accompanies a program, Texas Instruments makes no warranty, either express or implied, including but not limited to any implied warranties of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose, regarding any programs or book materials and makes such materials available solely on an "as-is"...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Adjusting the contrast ... 8 Turning the handheld on and off... 8 Automatic Power Down ... 8 Turning on your TI-Nspire™ handheld for the first time... 8 Choosing a language ... 9 Choosing a font size... 9 The Home menu ... 10 Using the Home menu ...
  • Page 4 Connecting a TI-Nspire™ with TI-84 Plus Keypad to a TI-84 Plus handheld ... 18 Connecting the TI-Nspire™ handheld to a computer ... 19 Upgrading the Operating System... 19 Important Operating System download information ... 19 Where to get Operating System upgrades ... 19 Backing up files to a computer...
  • Page 5 Creating TI-Nspire™ variables ... 45 Special considerations for variables ... 47 Checking a variable’s value using the Calculator application ... 49 Using (linking) TI-Nspire™ variables ... 49 Removing a linked variable ... 51 Libraries... 52 Program Editor ... 53 Sending a document to another handheld ... 53 Rules for sending files...
  • Page 6 Deleting an expression from the history... 66 Clearing the Calculator history ... 67 Where to find more information ... 67 Using Graphs & Geometry ... 69 The toolbar... 69 The work area ... 79 The graphing view... 79 The plane geometry view ... 79 The analytic window ...
  • Page 7 Creating plots from spreadsheet data ... 112 Plotting data from Lists & Spreadsheet ... 112 Creating a split page with Data & Statistics and Lists & Spreadsheet... 114 More Information ... 115 Using Notes ...117 Getting started with the Notes application... 117 The Notes tool menu...
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  • Page 9: Introduction

    Your learning handheld comes equipped with a variety of pre-installed software applications that have features relevant to different subjects and curriculums. Extend the reach of your TI-Nspire™ handheld with accessories, such as the TI-Nspire™ computer software, TI-Nspire™ ViewScreen™ Panel and TI-Nspire™ Computer Link Software.

  • Page 10: Where To Find More Information

    Where to find more information The remainder of the product information is available in electronic form. The comprehensive guidebook for using the TI-Nspire™ handheld is included on the CD-ROM that came with your learning handheld. This guidebook is also available online as a free download at education.ti.com/guides.

  • Page 11: Getting Started

    TI-84 Plus mode OS cannot be installed separately using a stand-alone TI-84 Plus OS. To learn about the capabilities and features of the TI-84 Plus mode, see the TI-84 Plus guidebook on your CD or at education.ti.com. The capabilities and features of the TI-Nspire mode are described in this guidebook.

  • Page 12: Changing The Keypad

    Changing the keypad Caution: When changing keypads, be certain that the handheld is completely powered down before removing the keypad. Removing the keypad before the display clears may result in loss of data. Remove the cover, and turn the handheld over. Slide the latch release to the right.

  • Page 13: Ti-Nspire™ Handheld Keys

    TI-Nspire™ handheld keys Removes menus or dialog boxes from the screen. Moves to the next entry field. Provides access to the function or character shown above each key. Makes the next character typed upper-case. Turns on the TI-Nspire handheld. NavPad...

  • Page 14: Keyboard Shortcuts

    Keyboard shortcuts Use the following keyboard shortcuts to perform common functions. Editing Text copy paste undo redo Inserting Characters, Symbols display character palette not equal to underscore semi-colon (;) display math template palette degree symbol backslash ( \ ) Managing Documents create new document insert new page select application...

  • Page 15: Initial Startup

    Initial startup The TI-Nspire™ math and science learning handheld uses four AAA batteries, which are provided with the product. Replacing batteries Caution: When removing the keypad to change batteries, be certain that the handheld is completely powered down. Removing the keypad before the display is cleared may result in loss of data.

  • Page 16: Additional Precautions For Rechargeable Batteries

    To prolong battery life, Automatic Power Down turns off the handheld after several minutes of inactivity. The next time you turn on the TI-Nspire™ handheld, it is exactly as you left it. Turning on your TI-Nspire™ handheld for the first...

  • Page 17: Choosing A Language

    Choosing a language When loading is complete, you are prompted to select the language to display on the handheld. Press until the language you wish to display is highlighted, and then press the click button on the NavPad ( Press to highlight the OK button, and press Choosing a font size Next, you are prompted to select the font size you wish to use to...

  • Page 18: The Home Menu

    When you have selected the font size, the This screen describes a few of the basics of using your new handheld. Press on the NavPad to scroll down through the document. Once you have finished with the welcome screen, press highlight the OK button, then press menu.

  • Page 19: The Ti-Nspire™ Handheld Screen

    To learn more about applications and documents, see the Working with Documents chapter. The TI-Nspire™ handheld screen The handheld screen provides information about the document you are working in, as well as the system settings and status. The example below illustrates the main elements of the handheld screen.

  • Page 20: Viewing Status Information

    Ê Ê Page tabs - indicate the problem number followed by the page number. Ë System Settings - display the system settings in use, what modifier keys are in use, and provides a snapshot of battery status. Ì Status icons - indicate whether any modifier keys are active, and display battery and memory status.

  • Page 21: Document Settings

    • Document settings • System settings • Handheld status • About screen Not all options are accessible at all times. For example, if no document is open, you cannot view document settings. When an option is not available, it appears in light gray on the menu. Document settings Document settings control how the handheld displays and interprets information in each document.

  • Page 22: Changing Document Settings

    Field Base Changing document settings / c 1 6 Press Press to move down through the list of settings. (Press need to move back up through the list.) When you reach the setting that you want to change, press expand the selection list. Press the ·...

  • Page 23: Changing System Settings

    Defaults Handheld status The Handheld Status screen shows the amount of memory (in bytes) used by all documents and variables on your TI-Nspire™ handheld. The Handheld Status screen displays the following information: Getting Started to open the System Settings window.

  • Page 24: Checking Available Memory

    • Storage Capacity • Space Used • Free Space • Battery Status Checking available memory c 8 3 Press · Press to dismiss the Handheld Status screen. Freeing Memory If you have insufficient memory to store documents on your handheld, you must free memory to create the space you need.

  • Page 25: Using Connection Cables

    Different cables work with each keypad. USB cables You can use USB cables to connect two TI-Nspire handhelds, to connect a TI-Nspire handheld to a computer, or to connect one TI-Nspire™ handheld using TI-Nspire™ TI-84 Plus keypad to another.

  • Page 26: Backing Up Files To Another Handheld

    Backing up files to another handheld To back up files to another TI-Nspire™ handheld, follow the steps below. Complete instructions for connecting two handhelds are included in the electronic version of the handheld guidebook, provided on the CD that came with your handheld.

  • Page 27: Connecting The Ti-Nspire™ Handheld To A Computer

    Warning: Upgrading the operating system will delete all TI-84 applications and files. Before installing an OS upgrade, you should use TI Connect to back up all TI-84 applications and files to a computer. You can copy them back to the handheld when the OS upgrade is complete.

  • Page 28: Backing Up Files To A Computer

    TI-Nspire™ Computer Link Software. Backing up files to a computer Use the TI-Nspire™ Computer Link Software or TI Connect (with the TI-84 Plus keypad) to back up the contents of your handheld to a computer. TI-Nspire™ Computer Link Software and TI Connect software are available on the product CD that came with your handheld.

  • Page 29: Displaying The About Screen

    This guidebook is available on the CD that came with your handheld, or on the Texas Instruments web site: http://education.ti.com/guides. Viewing Hints Hints provide helpful information for navigating the handheld. To view...

  • Page 30: Using The Catalog

    Using the catalog Use the catalog to access a list of TI-Nspire™ commands and functions, units, symbols and expression templates. Commands and functions are listed alphabetically. Commands or functions not beginning with a letter are found at the end of the list. (&, /, +, -, etc.).

  • Page 31: Using Wizards

    Notice that a syntax example for the selected item displays at the bottom of the screen. Note: To see additional syntax examples of the selected item, press , and then press back to the selected item, press · Press to insert the item. Using Wizards Some functions have a wizard to help you enter function arguments.

  • Page 32: Entering International Language Characters

    Press · Press to insert the item. Entering international language characters key allows you to enter specially accented or punctuated characters in applications that allow text input. Open an application that allows text input. Type the desired text. Position the cursor after the letter that you want to accent. For example, "e"...

  • Page 33: Working With Documents

    The TI-Nspire™ handheld lets you save your work in documents, which you can share with other handheld users, and those using the desktop software. In fact, all of the work you do with the TI-Nspire™ handheld is contained in one or more documents. The three main components involved in organizing and saving work on your handheld are: •...

  • Page 34: My Documents

    My Documents My Documents is a file manager where you store and organize your documents. Documents are stored in folders. Creating documents There are two methods for creating a document. You can create a blank document and then add applications and apply a layout, or if no document is currently open, you can create a document containing a single application.

  • Page 35: Adding An Application

    Adding an application Press the number that corresponds to the application you wish to add to the page. For example, press the page. The application displays in the work area. Creating a document with an application If no documents are currently open, you can create a document with an application already added.

  • Page 36: Working With Applications

    Working with applications Once you have added an application to your page, there are three menus that provide access to the features and functionality of the application, and allow you to manipulate your documents. These menus are: • the Application menu •...

  • Page 37: Context Menu

    Press to display the Application menu. When you have an application on a page, the Application menu displays options for working with the current application. The example below displays the Application menu for the Lists & Spreadsheet application. Context menu The context menu displays options that are specific to the selected object or the current cursor location.

  • Page 38: Page Tools Menu

    Page Tools menu The Page Tools menu allows you to move between pages, modify page layout, insert pages or problems, delete pages and change document settings. Using the Page Tools menu Press to display the menu. Press the number of the option you wish to select. For example, to change the page layout, press Changing the page layout When you create a new document, it contains space to add one...
  • Page 39 If you want to select a standard layout, press Press the number that corresponds to the layout you want to apply to the page. For example, press vertically on the page. The page is divided into the layout design you have selected.

  • Page 40: Creating A Custom Layout

    Press the number of the application you want to add the new pane. For example, to add the Graphs & Geometry application to the right pane, press Note: If you need to change the layout of the page to add or delete applications, you can do so at any time.

  • Page 41: Repositioning Applications On A Page

    Press to select the custom split option. The standard layout displays, with a blinking divider between the application panes. £ ¤ ¡ ¢ Press width of the panes in the layout. Note: Press · Press to accept the layout dimensions. Repositioning applications on a page If you want to change the position of applications on a page with multiple applications, you can do so by "swapping"...

  • Page 42: Adding A Problem To A Document

    · Press to complete the swap. Note: Press to cancel the swap. Adding a problem to a document A document can contain as many as 30 problems. To add a new problem: /c41 Press A new problem with one page is added to the document. Note: The tab at the top left of the screen indicates that this is the first page of the second problem.

  • Page 43: Moving Through Pages In A Document

    Press Shortcut keys: If you are saving the document for the first time, you will be asked which folder to save it to, and what to name the document. Working with Documents to add a new page with the Calculator...

  • Page 44: Viewing And Reordering Pages In A Document

    Type a name for the new document. If you want to save the document in a different folder, press and type a new folder name, or press existing folders. ¤ Press to highlight the folder name and press Press to select OK. ·...

  • Page 45: Reordering Pages In A Problem

    Reordering pages in a problem To move a page within a document from the Page Sorter: Use the keys to select the page you want to move. A heavy border around the page indicates that it is selected. Either press and hold ÷...

  • Page 46: Copying A Page To Another Problem

    Copying a page to another problem To copy a page from one problem to another in the same document: Press A heavy border around the page indicates that it is selected. Press to copy the page. Press new problem. Press to paste the page in the new location.

  • Page 47: Document Settings

    Press to copy the page. Press to Open My Documents. Press to highlight the folder containing the document you want to copy the page to. Press to open the folder, or press Press the · Press to open the document. Press to display the Page Sorter.
  • Page 48 Press to move down through the list of settings. Note: Press When you reach the setting that you want to change, press expand the selection list. Press the · and press Press until the · Press to apply the new document settings. Note: If you want these settings to apply to future documents also, highlight Apply to System...

  • Page 49: Managing Documents

    Managing documents My Documents is a file manager where you store and organize your documents. The example below illustrates the My Documents screen with its main parts labeled. Following the screen, you can find descriptions of each labeled part. À Á...

  • Page 50: Expanding Folders

    The My Documents screen opens, displaying all folders and files on the handheld. Opening documents To open a document: Press to highlight the folder containing the document. · Press to open the folder. Press the open. · Press to open the document. Expanding folders To expand a single folder: Press...

  • Page 51: Collapsing Folders

    The document or folder name is highlighted. Type a new name and press Note: Press to cancel. Collapsing folders To collapse a single folder: Press to collapse an expanded folder. The icon returns to the closed folder icon and the contents of the folder no longer display on the screen.

  • Page 52: Duplicating Documents And Folders

    / c 2 6 Press A dialog box displays, confirming that you want to delete the file or folder. · Press to select Yes. The document is deleted. / c 2 1 Note: Press Duplicating documents and folders Use Copy ( ) and Paste ( folders.

  • Page 53: Linking Values On Pages

    Each application allows you to define a value or function as a variable. Defining a variable is the first step in linking values. Creating TI-Nspire™ variables Variables can be any portion or attribute of an object or function created within an application. Examples of attributes that can become variables...
  • Page 54 Creating a variable from a Graphs & Geometry value Click to select the value to store as a variable. Do one of the following: • Press . The Variables options are displayed with Store highlighted. • Press highlighted. • Open the Tools menu and select the Variables option. The Variables options are displayed with Store highlighted.

  • Page 55: Special Considerations For Variables

    Creating a variable from a Lists & Spreadsheet cell value You can share a cell value with other TI-Nspire™ math and science learning technology applications. When defining or referring to a shared cell in Lists &...
  • Page 56 Myvar My var Log1 Preventing name conflicts A TI-Nspire™ shared variable can have the same name as a table cell or column letter. To help you prevent name conflicts in your table formulas, Lists & Spreadsheet provides syntax rules. •...

  • Page 57: Checking A Variable's Value Using The Calculator Application

    You can check the value of an existing variable by entering its name on the Calculator entry line. On the Calculator entry line, type the variable name num and press · The value most recently stored in num is displayed as the result.
  • Page 58 Press to scroll the list, or type part of the variable name. As you type, the TI-Nspire™ system displays a list of variables that begin with the letters you typed. Typing part of the name enables you to locate a variable more quickly if the list is long.

  • Page 59: Removing A Linked Variable

    The variable can be any variable in the current problem space and can be defined in Graphs & Geometry, Calculator, or any instance of Lists & Spreadsheet. Note: Do not link to a system variable. Doing so could prevent the variable from being updated by the system.

  • Page 60: Libraries

    Select Unlink. The link is removed from the value, and the value is displayed without any bolding. Libraries A library is a TI-Nspire™ document that contains a collection of variables, functions, and/or programs that have been defined as library objects. Unlike ordinary variables, functions, and programs, which can be used only within a single problem (the problem in which they are defined), library objects are accessible from any document.

  • Page 61: Program Editor

    • If a document with the same name as the one you are sending already exists on the receiving TI-Nspire™ handheld, the document will be renamed. The system appends a number to the name to make it unique. For example, if a document called Mydata existed on the receiving TI-Nspire™...

  • Page 62: Receiving A Document

    When the transfer is complete, a message displays. If the file was renamed on the receiving handheld, the new file name displays. Receiving a document No action is required by the user of the receiving TI-Nspire™ handheld. Units are automatically powered on when the cable is attached. Canceling a transfer To cancel a transmission in-progress, press Cancel on the dialog of the sending unit.

  • Page 63: Using Calculator

    You can also use it to define variables, functions, and programs. When you define or edit a variable, function, or program, it becomes available to any TI-Nspire™ math and science learning technology application—such as Graphs & Geometry—that resides in the same problem.
  • Page 64 – Entered expressions and results show in the Calculator history. Â Example of Calculator variables used in another TI-Nspire™ application The Calculator tool menu The Calculator tool menu lets you enter and evaluate a variety of math expressions. Menu Menu Option...
  • Page 65 Convert to Rectangular Calculations Numerical Solve Numerical Function Minimum Numerical Function Maximum Numerical Derivative Numerical Integral Finance Solver Probability Factorial (!) Permutations Combinations Random Using Calculator Function Lets you select round() fPart() sign() mod() ceiling() Inserts conj() Inserts real() Inserts imag() Inserts...
  • Page 66 Normal , and Binomial Cdf Inverse Lets you select from several confidence intervals, such as t interval z interval Lets you select from several tests such as ANOVA test Inserts Inserts det() Inserts ref() Using Calculator t test...
  • Page 67 Norms Dimensions Row Operations Element Operations Advanced Vector Functions & Programs Program Editor Func...EndFunc Prgm...EndPrgm Local Using Calculator Function Inserts rref() Inserts simult() Lets you select from several matrix-creation options, such as identity, diagonal, submatrix, and others. Lets you select...

  • Page 68: Before You Begin

    Transfer Disp Mode Add New Line Before you begin Turn on the handheld, and add a Calculator application to a document. Entering and evaluating math expressions Options for entering expressions Calculator lets you enter and edit expressions through several methods.

  • Page 69: Controlling The Form Of A Result

    A close decimal equivalent is 917.33333..., but that’s only an approximation. By default, Calculator retains the more precise form: 2752/3. Any result that is not a whole number displays in a fractional form. This reduces rounding errors that could be introduced by intermediate results in chained calculations.

  • Page 70: Inserting Items From The Catalog

    Inserting items from the Catalog You can use the Catalog to insert system functions and commands, symbols, and expression templates into the Calculator entry line. Press to open the Catalog. Note: Some functions have a wizard that prompts you for each argument.

  • Page 71: Using An Expression Template

    · Press to insert the item into the entry line. Using an expression template The Calculator has templates for entering matrices, piecewise functions, derivatives, products, and other math expressions. For example, suppose you want to evaluate Press to open the Template palette.

  • Page 72: Editing Calculator Expressions

    Editing Calculator expressions Although you cannot edit an expression in the Calculator history, you can copy all or part of an expression from the history and paste it to the entry line. You can then edit the entry line.

  • Page 73: Selecting Part Of An Expression

    Working with the Calculator history As you enter and evaluate expressions in the Calculator application, each entry/result pair is saved in the Calculator history. The history gives you a way to review your calculations, repeat a set of calculations, and copy expressions for reuse in other pages or documents.

  • Page 74: Reusing A Previous Expression Or Result

    Scroll position indicator Reusing a previous expression or result You can copy an expression, subexpression, or result from the Calculator history and paste it into the entry line or into other TI-Nspire™ applications. Scroll to the item that you want to copy.

  • Page 75: Clearing The Calculator History

    More in-depth information, step-by-step instructions, and screen examples of all the Calculator features are contained in the Using Calculator chapter in Part 2 of the user guide, which is available on the CD-ROM that came with your handheld and as a download from the web site: http://education.ti.com/guides.
  • Page 76 Using Calculator...

  • Page 77: Using Graphs & Geometry

    Using Graphs & Geometry The Graphs & Geometry application enables you to: • Graph and explore functions. • Create and explore geometric shapes. • Animate points on objects or graphs and explore their behavior. • Graph data collected by the Data Collection tool. •...
  • Page 78 Provides tools to access the pointer, hide or show various graph features, add text, delete all objects in the work area, open the calculator, and access attributes for an object or function. Provides tools to manipulate the work area features and display.
  • Page 79 The tool can be used to enter a function and graph it. Displays the coordinates of a point or the equation of a line or circle. Opens the calculator to perform calculations using measurements, numerical values, or calculation results. Redefines a previously defined point to a new location;...
  • Page 80 View Menu Tools Tool name 1: Graphing 2: Plane Geometry 3: Show Analytic Window 4: Hide (Show) Axes 5: Show (Hide) Grid 6: Hide (Show) Entry Line 7: Show (Hide) Scale 8: Add Function Table Tool function Places the work area in graphing mode. Axes fill the work area, and the entry lines displays at the bottom of the screen.
  • Page 81 Graphing Type Menu Tools Tool name 1: Function 2: Parametric 3: Polar 4: Scatter Plot Window Menu Tools Tool name 1: Window Settings 2: Zoom - Box 3: Zoom - In 4: Zoom - Out Using Graphs & Geometry Tool function Displays the function mode entry line at the bottom of the work area.
  • Page 82 Tool name 6: Zoom - Quadrant 1 5: Zoom - Standard 7: Zoom - User 8: Zoom - Trig 9: Zoom - Data A: Zoom - Fit Trace Menu Tools Tool name 1: Graph Trace 2: Trace Setting Tool function Automatically sets x-min, x-max, y- min, and y-max to emphasize the first quadrant.
  • Page 83 Tool name 3: Geometry Trace 4: Erase Geometry Trace Points and Lines Menu Tools Tool name 1: Point 2: Point On 3: Intersection Point 4: Line 5: Segment Using Graphs & Geometry Tool function Enables you to view the pathway of a geometric or analytic object (such as a function graph) on the work area.
  • Page 84 Tool name 6: Ray 7: Tangent 8: Vector Measurements Menu Tools Tool name 1: Length 2: Area 3: Slope 4: Angle 5: Integral Tool function Constructs a ray, defined by two points or by a point and a direction, extending infinitely. If you press while creating the ray, you limit its orientation, relative to the x-axis or the horizontal aspect of the screen,...
  • Page 85 Shapes Menu Tools Tool name 1: Circle 2: Triangle 3: Rectangle 4: Polygon 5: Regular Polygon Constructions Menu Tools Tool name 1: Perpendicular 2: Parallel 3: Perpendicular Bisector Using Graphs & Geometry Tool function Constructs a circle. The center point is defined by the first click on the page and the radius is determined by the second click.
  • Page 86 Tool name 4: Angle Bisector 5: Midpoint 6: Locus 7: Compass 8: Measurement Transfer Transformations Menu Tools Tool name 1: Symmetry 2: Reflection 3: Translation 4: Rotation Tool function Constructs a line that bisects an angle identified by three selected points where the second point is the vertex.

  • Page 87: The Work Area

    Tool name 5: Dilation Note: When you select a tool to use, that tool’s icon displays in the upper left corner of the Graphs & Geometry page. It is there to remind you which tool is currently active. The work area Graphs &...

  • Page 88: The Analytic Window

    From the View Menu, select the Graphing View tool. b 2 1 Press The display refreshes to show the axes and entry line. Note: Any geometric constructions created while in the plane geometry view are retained and displayed along with any previously- created graphs.
  • Page 89 Object behavior in different views When you create an object in the graph area, it is called an analytic object, and all points of the object reside on the graph plane. When you change the axes scale, you automatically affect the appearance of the object.

  • Page 90: Creating And Manipulating Axes

    Feature Uses Behavior Creating and manipulating axes When the Graphs & Geometry application is first added to a page, a set of Cartesian axes displays by default. You can change the appearance of your axes in the following ways: Adjust the length of the axes: •...
  • Page 91 Extended domain Use the Zoom tool options to adjust the view. Adjust the end style of the axes using the Attributes tool. Display the Attributes tool by: • selecting it from the menu • pressing Press the left and right arrow keys to display the desired end style. The attributes list for the axes also enables you to select a Zoom option.

  • Page 92: Drawing A Circle

    Adjust the location of the axes. To move the existing axes without resizing or rescaling them, click in and drag an empty region of the screen until the axes are in the desired location. Use the Window Setting tool ( min, and trace step values for the axes.

  • Page 93: The Entry Line

    Move the cursor away from this point. A circle with a dotted circumference line emerges as you move the cursor. When the circle has the radius you desire, click again. The dotted circumference changes to a solid circumference in the work area.

  • Page 94: Graphing Inequalities

    Polar Mode entry line Using the entry line To enter a function on the entry line: Select the mode. Type the function you want to graph in the space at the right of the = sign. · Press You can enter and graph a maximum of 99 functions on the screen (f1(x) - f99(x) ) in addition to any user-named functions such as g1(x).

  • Page 95: Finding Points Of Interest: Zeroes, Minima, Maxima

    Type the rest of the inequality expression. · Press to graph it. The expression, as typed, displays next to the graph. Shading is always present on the graphs of inequalities to show the values that satisfy the inequality. If you graph two inequalities that overlap, the area of overlap is shaded darker than either of the individual inequality graphs.

  • Page 96: Animating Objects

    Animating objects You can animate a point on a line, ray, axis, vector, graph, segment or circle. In addition, you can also animate points on multiple objects in the work area at one time. Animating one point on an object From the Points &...

  • Page 97: The Animation Control Panel

    Press incrementally once it is set. The animation control panel Once a point is animated, a floating control panel displays on the page. You can move this panel by dragging it to a new location. When animation is active, the panel contains a Reset button.

  • Page 98: Creating A Scatter Plot

    Creating a Scatter Plot If you do not have an existing set of data points available for plotting, create them on the same page using the Lists & Spreadsheet application. To create the data lists and scatter plot on the same page, select a page configuration with two work areas.

  • Page 99: More Information

    Graphs & Geometry features are contained in the Graphs & Geometry chapter in Part 2 of the user guide, available on the CD that came with your handheld, or on the web site at http://education.ti.com/guides. Using Graphs & Geometry...
  • Page 100 Using Graphs & Geometry...

  • Page 101: Using Lists & Spreadsheet

    • Generate columns of data based on other columns or sequences that you define. • Share individual cells with other TI-Nspire™ math and science learning technology applications as variables, and share columns of data as lists. • Plot table data using the Data & Statistics application.
  • Page 102 Á Sample Lists & Spreadsheet work area  Lists & Spreadsheet data shared with another TI-Nspire™ application The Lists & Spreadsheet tool menu The Lists & Spreadsheet tool menu lets you modify your display and enter and evaluate a variety of math expressions.
  • Page 103 Displays a dialog box for creating a sequence. Allows manual or automatic capture of variable data from Graphs & Geometry, Calculator, or within Lists & Spreadsheet. manual capture. Lets you duplicate the contents of a selected cell or group of cells within a column.
  • Page 104 Menu Menu Option Name Quick Graph Statistics Stat Calculations Distributions Confidence Intervals Stat Tests Function Table Switch to Function Table Select Function Edit Function Table Settings Delete Column Edit Function Expression Function Uses the Data & Statistics application to graph one or two selected columns of data as a dot plot or scatter plot.

  • Page 105: Navigating In A Spreadsheet

    Navigating in a spreadsheet You can select any cell to view or edit its contents. When a spreadsheet is larger than the Lists & Spreadsheet work area, you can view different parts of the spreadsheet by: ¡ ¢ £ • Pressing , and moves the selection from cell to cell and scrolls as necessary to keep...

  • Page 106: Working With Individual Cells

    • For numbers, text, and simple math expressions and formulas such as ¦ , press the corresponding keys on the handheld keypad. length In this example, press • For more complex math expressions such as display the complete Catalog of system functions and commands, symbols, and expression templates.

  • Page 107: Inserting Items From The Catalog

    À Formula containing a cell reference entered in cell D4 Á Result of formula (3*12=36) You can refer to a rectangular block of cells in a formula by entering the location of the upper-left cell and the lower-right cell, separated by a colon.
  • Page 108 Select the cell and type “ Press to open the Catalog. Note: Some functions have a wizard that prompts you for each argument. If you prefer to enter the argument values directly in the cell, you may need to disable the wizard. Press the number key for the category of the item.

  • Page 109: Deleting The Contents Of A Cell Or Block Of Cells

    Deleting the contents of a cell or block of cells ¡ ¢ £ ¤ Press , or key and then press cells.) Press The selected cell contents are deleted. Note: If other cells contain formulas that refer to the cell’s previous contents, those cells show an error.

  • Page 110: Filling Adjacent Cells

    Press The selected cell contents are copied to the Clipboard. Select the cell where you want to duplicate the copied cell. If you are copying a block of data, select the cell that will become the upper left corner of the copied block. Press Note: Paste copied data into a cell that is in the same mode as the cell from which the data was originally copied.

  • Page 111: Working With Rows And Columns Of Data

    ¤ Press repeatedly to move down, selecting the range of cells that will hold the repetitions. · Press The selected cell is duplicated throughout the selected range. Notes • In step 1, you can select more than one cell to be repeated. If you do, make sure that you select enough destination cells to hold the repeated copies.

  • Page 112: Deleting Entire Rows Or Columns

    Deleting entire rows or columns You can delete a row, column, group of rows, or group of columns. When you delete a row or column, the remaining rows or columns move up or left to fill the gap. Select the column or row that you want to delete. If you are deleting more than one row or column, hold down ¡...

  • Page 113: Moving A Column

    If you are copying more than one row or column press £ ¤ ¡ press , or Press to copy the selected items. The selected rows or columns are copied to the Clipboard. Move to any cell in the row or column where you want to place the copied items.
  • Page 114 Note: Relative references to any cell whose position is affected by the move adjust accordingly. Using Lists & Spreadsheet...

  • Page 115: Using Data & Statistics

    Using Data & Statistics The Data & Statistics application provides tools to: • visualize sets of data in different types of plots. • directly manipulate data sets to explore and visualize data relationships. Data changes in one application are dynamically applied to all linked applications.

  • Page 116: The Tool Menu

    The Tool menu Press to open the Tools menu. These menus and tools enable you to graph and explore data, modify data presentations by using different plots, as well as perform and plot statistical analyses. The following tables describe what each tool does in the Data & Statistics work area.
  • Page 117 Tool name X-Y Line Plot Plot Properties Menu Tools Tool name Connect Data Points Histogram Properties: Count Percent Density Bins Extend Box Plot Whiskers/ Show Box Plot Outliers Add X Variable Remove X Variable Add Y Variable Using Data & Statistics Tool function Displays data as an x-y line plot.
  • Page 118 Tool name Remove Y Variable Actions Tool menu Tool name Select all Points Add Movable Line Remove Selected Lock Intercept at Zero/Unlock Movable Line Intercept Regression Show/Hide Linear (mx+b) Show/Hide Linear (a+bx) Show/Hide Median- Median Show/Hide Quadratic Show/Hide Cubic Tool function Toggles the display of the variable assigned to the vertical axis without changing the horizontal axis.
  • Page 119 Tool name Show/Hide Quartic Show/Hide Power Show/Hide Exponential Calculates and displays the Exponential Show/Hide Logarithmic Calculates and displays the Logarithmic Show/Hide Sinusoidal Show/Hide Logistic (d=0) Show/Hide Logistic (dƒ0) Show/Hide Residual Squares Plot Value Plot Function Shade Under Function Start Over Using Data &...

  • Page 120: Working With Data & Statistics

    The Data & Statistics application is designed as a place to explore and visualize data and graph inferential statistics. It is, therefore, best used in conjunction with a numerical application like Calculator or Lists & Spreadsheet. Creating plots from spreadsheet data The Quick Graph feature of Lists and Spreadsheet is the easiest way to plot data using the columns in a spreadsheet.
  • Page 121 Important: You must name each column of data in Lists & Spreadsheet in order to plot the data in Data & Statistics. Highlight at least one column of data in Lists & Spreadsheet. From the Lists & Spreadsheet Data menu Graph tool.

  • Page 122: Creating A Split Page With Data & Statistics And Lists & Spreadsheet

    – If there are less than four work areas on the page, TI-Nspire adds a new work area with Data & Statistics active on it. –...

  • Page 123: More Information

    Data & Statistics features are contained in the Data & Statistics chapter of Part 2 of the user guide, available on the CD that came with your handheld, or on the web site at http://education.ti.com/guides. Please refer to this material to gain a thorough understanding of all the capabilities of the application.
  • Page 124 Using Data & Statistics...

  • Page 125: Using Notes

    Getting started with the Notes application The Notes application provides text editing functions that allow you to create and share documents with others using the TI-Nspire™ handheld and computer software. You can use the Notes application as a tool to create study notes to reinforce your understanding of classroom concepts and to review for exams.

  • Page 126: The Notes Tool Menu

    The Notes tool menu The Notes tool menu lets you select a Notes template, format text, and evaluate expressions. The table below describes the menu items and their functions. Menu Menu Option Name Templates Q&A Proof Default Insert Expression Box Shape Comment Format...

  • Page 127: Before You Begin

    Subscript Superscript Actions Evaluate selection Show or Hide Answer Before you begin Turn on the handheld, and add a Notes application to a document. The Notes work area The Notes work area is where you enter and format text. Notes templates The Notes application provides templates for creating three types of notes: •...

  • Page 128: Applying A Notes Template

    Applying a Notes template While in the Notes work area, press On the Templates Using the Q&A Template Use the Q&A template to create questions and answers. You have the option to show or hide the answer, so you can create questions for review and hide the answers.

  • Page 129: Inserting Comments

    Inserting comments You can insert Teacher or Reviewer comments into a Notes application. Comments are easily identifiable and easy to distinguish from the original text. While in the Notes work area, press On the menu, select Insert Reviewer Enter your text. Text that you enter appears in italics.

  • Page 130: Inserting Geometric Shape Symbols

    Entering and evaluating expressions You can include math expressions in Notes text, using the same tools as in other TI-Nspire™ applications. You can also evaluate an expression and display the result. , and then select the shape to Shapes...

  • Page 131: Entering An Expression

    Entering an expression In the Notes work area, place the cursor where you want the expression. Press to display the Notes menu. On the menu, select Insert Type the expression. You can use the Catalog, if necessary, to insert a function, command, symbol, or expression template.
  • Page 132 Using Notes...

  • Page 133: Data Collection

    The Data Collection tool can be started automatically or manually. An automatic start occurs when a sensor is connected to either a TI-Nspireé handheld or a computer running TI-Nspireé computer software. The connected sensor will be configured to work with the Data Collection tool in an open Graphs &...

  • Page 134: Data Collection Controls

    The naming system for Data Collection data includes a group designator and a member designator (group.member). For example, in a temperature versus time experiment, the data is named run0.temp_C and run0.time_s. Remember that TI-Nspireé computer software is case insensitive: RUN0.TEMP_C and run0.temp_c reference the same set of data.

  • Page 135: Storing Collected Data

    Storing collected data To save the current data before rerunning an experiment, use the following instructions. To save temperature data Cut and paste each column of data into new columns. The first two columns (Columns A and B) will be reused by the next run of the experiment.
  • Page 136 Repeat this procedure to save acceleration data. Repeat the steps for each experimental data set you want to save. To permanently save a set of data generated by an experiment, save the document. Data Collection...

  • Page 137: Appendix: Service And Support

    Appendix: Service and Support Texas Instruments Support and Service For general information For more information about TI products and services, contact TI by e-mail or visit the TI Internet address. E-mail inquiries: Home Page: Service and warranty information For information about the length and terms of the warranty or about product service, refer to the warranty statement enclosed with this product or contact your local Texas Instruments retailer/distributor.

  • Page 138: Disposing Of Batteries

    Disposing of Batteries • Do not mutilate, puncture, or dispose of batteries in fire. The batteries can burst or explode, releasing hazardous chemicals. Discard used batteries according to local regulations. Appendix: Service and Support...

  • Page 139: Index

    Index absolute cell references in a table 98 accents adding to text 24 adding a Calculator to a page 60 Notes to a page 119 adjacent cells filling 102 analytic and geometric work areas (Graphs & Geometry) 80 analytic/geometric work area...
  • Page 140 125 test durations 125 Data Collection Tool starting 125 deleting an entry from the Calculator history 66 contents of a row or column 103 contents of table cells 101 part of an expression 65 table rows and columns 104...
  • Page 141 Calculator 65 viewing Calculator 65 Home menu 10 inequalities graphing 86 inserting a Calculator on a page 60 a row or column in a table 103 comments in Notes application Notes on a page 119 international characters entering 24...
  • Page 142 98 reordering pages in a problem 37 resizing table rows and columns 103 results approximating 61 reusing in Calculator 66 reusing expressions or results 66 rows copying in a table 104 deleting contents of 103...
  • Page 143 97 selecting a block of table cells 101 expressions in Calculator 65 table rows or columns 103 text in Notes application 121 sensors (Data Collection) 125 service and support 129 settings document 13 system 14 shape symbols in Notes application...
  • Page 144 removing 51 rules for naming 47 sharing with other applications types 45 using 50 Variables Tool 46 View Menu tools (Graphs & Geometry) 72 Wizards using 23 work areas 25 x-min, x-max, y-min, y-max 84 zeroes finding 87...

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