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...any kind whatsoever against harmful interference in a residential installation. ii However, there is no event shall Texas Instruments be liable for the program. Moreover, Texas Instruments shall not be liable to radio communications. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television... Information Except as -is connected. • Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. © 2007 Texas Instruments Incorporated Microsoft®, Windows®, Excel®,Vernier EasyTemp®, Go!®Temp and Go!®Motion are designed to any ...
...any kind whatsoever against harmful interference in a residential installation. ii However, there is no event shall Texas Instruments be liable for the program. Moreover, Texas Instruments shall not be liable to radio communications. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television... Information Except as -is connected. • Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. © 2007 Texas Instruments Incorporated Microsoft®, Windows®, Excel®,Vernier EasyTemp®, Go!®Temp and Go!®Motion are designed to any ...
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Contents Introduction 1 The TI-Nspire™ math and science learning handheld 1 How to use this guidebook 1 Where to find more information 2 Getting Started 3 Dual Keypads 3 Changing the keypad 4 TI-Nspire™ handheld keys 5 Keyboard shortcuts 6 Initial startup 7 Replacing batteries 7 Battery Precautions 7 Additional precautions for rechargeable batteries 8 For proper disposal of used batteries 8 Adjusting the contrast 8 Turning the...
Contents Introduction 1 The TI-Nspire™ math and science learning handheld 1 How to use this guidebook 1 Where to find more information 2 Getting Started 3 Dual Keypads 3 Changing the keypad 4 TI-Nspire™ handheld keys 5 Keyboard shortcuts 6 Initial startup 7 Replacing batteries 7 Battery Precautions 7 Additional precautions for rechargeable batteries 8 For proper disposal of used batteries 8 Adjusting the contrast 8 Turning the...
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...; 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...Displaying the About screen 21 Viewing Hints 21 Using the catalog 22 Opening the catalog 22 Using Wizards 23 Entering special characters 23 Entering Math expressions 23 Entering international language characters 24 Working with Documents 25 Documents 25 Page Sorter 25 My Documents 26 Creating documents 26 Creating a...
...; 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...Displaying the About screen 21 Viewing Hints 21 Using the catalog 22 Opening the catalog 22 Using Wizards 23 Entering special characters 23 Entering Math expressions 23 Entering international language characters 24 Working with Documents 25 Documents 25 Page Sorter 25 My Documents 26 Creating documents 26 Creating a...
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... (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 53 Sending a document 53 Receiving a document 54 Canceling a transfer 54 Using Calculator 55 Getting started with the Calculator application 55 Before you begin 60 Entering and evaluating math expressions 60...
... (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 53 Sending a document 53 Receiving a document 54 Canceling a transfer 54 Using Calculator 55 Getting started with the Calculator application 55 Before you begin 60 Entering and evaluating math expressions 60...
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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 80 To remove the analytic window from the work area... ......... 80 Creating and manipulating axes 82 Drawing a circle 84 The entry line 85 Graphing inequalities 86 Finding points of interest: zeroes, minima, maxima 87 Animating objects 88 Animating one point on an object 88 The animation control...
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 80 To remove the analytic window from the work area... ......... 80 Creating and manipulating axes 82 Drawing a circle 84 The entry line 85 Graphing inequalities 86 Finding points of interest: zeroes, minima, maxima 87 Animating objects 88 Animating one point on an object 88 The animation control...
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... data 126 Data Collection names 126 Storing collected data 127 To save temperature data 127 To save motion data 127 Appendix: Service and Support 129 Texas Instruments Support and Service 129 For general information 129 Service and warranty information 129 Service 129 Battery Precautions 129 Disposing of Batteries 130 Index 131 vii
... data 126 Data Collection names 126 Storing collected data 127 To save temperature data 127 To save motion data 127 Appendix: Service and Support 129 Texas Instruments Support and Service 129 For general information 129 Service and warranty information 129 Service 129 Battery Precautions 129 Disposing of Batteries 130 Index 131 vii
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Introduction The TI-Nspire™ math and science learning handheld This guidebook provides information about a powerful, advanced learning handheld available from Texas Instruments: the TI-Nspire™handheld. The chapters in other applications. Provides instruction for the basic operation of the Lists & Spreadsheet application. Using Graphs & Geometry - Using Lists & Spreadsheet- Provides instruction for using the Data & Statistics application to analyze data...
Introduction The TI-Nspire™ math and science learning handheld This guidebook provides information about a powerful, advanced learning handheld available from Texas Instruments: the TI-Nspire™handheld. The chapters in other applications. Provides instruction for the basic operation of the Lists & Spreadsheet application. Using Graphs & Geometry - Using Lists & Spreadsheet- Provides instruction for using the Data & Statistics application to analyze data...
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Where to find more information The remainder of the product information is included on the CD-ROM that came with your learning handheld. The comprehensive guidebook for using the TI-Nspire™ handheld is available in electronic form. This guidebook is also available online as a free download at education.ti.com/guides. 2 Introduction
Where to find more information The remainder of the product information is included on the CD-ROM that came with your learning handheld. The comprehensive guidebook for using the TI-Nspire™ handheld is available in electronic form. This guidebook is also available online as a free download at education.ti.com/guides. 2 Introduction
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...operate correctly. Note: There are described in two modes: • TI-Nspire • TI-84 Plus Silver Edition There are two keypads, one operating system. Dual Keypads Your TI-Nspire™ handheld works with the TI-Nspire™ operating system. The capabilities and features of the TI-84 Plus mode...Started 3 TI-84 Plus keypad (on your CD or at education.ti.com. Getting Started Your TI-Nspire™ handheld operates in this guidebook. The operating system for the handheld. Both mode operating systems are updated when you update the OS for the TI-84 Plus keypad is ...
...operate correctly. Note: There are described in two modes: • TI-Nspire • TI-84 Plus Silver Edition There are two keypads, one operating system. Dual Keypads Your TI-Nspire™ handheld works with the TI-Nspire™ operating system. The capabilities and features of the TI-84 Plus mode...Started 3 TI-84 Plus keypad (on your CD or at education.ti.com. Getting Started Your TI-Nspire™ handheld operates in this guidebook. The operating system for the handheld. Both mode operating systems are updated when you update the OS for the TI-84 Plus keypad is ...
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... into place when properly seated and completely inserted into the guides on the handheld, push the keypad toward the display screen. Remove the cover, and turn the handheld over. The keypad releases. 2. Ensure that the handheld is properly seated on the bottom and sides of the unit. Lift the... is completely powered down before the display clears may result in from the display screen. 3. Turn the handheld right side up, and slide the keypad away from the bottom edge of the handheld. Note: The keypad does not slide in loss of data. 1. Removing the keypad before removing the...
... into place when properly seated and completely inserted into the guides on the handheld, push the keypad toward the display screen. Remove the cover, and turn the handheld over. The keypad releases. 2. Ensure that the handheld is properly seated on the bottom and sides of the unit. Lift the... is completely powered down before the display clears may result in from the display screen. 3. Turn the handheld right side up, and slide the keypad away from the bottom edge of the handheld. Note: The keypad does not slide in loss of data. 1. Removing the keypad before removing the...
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...) the entry line or deletes selected object. kDisplays the catalog for entering commands. · Evaluates an expression, executes an instruction, or selects a menu item. TI-Nspire™ handheld keys d Removes menus or dialog boxes from the screen. cDisplays the home menu. xClick button Selects an object on the screen. / + x or pressing and... holding x Displays the grab cursor ÷ so you can grab an object on the TI-Nspire handheld. e Moves to the next entry field. / Provides access to move the cursor.
...) the entry line or deletes selected object. kDisplays the catalog for entering commands. · Evaluates an expression, executes an instruction, or selects a menu item. TI-Nspire™ handheld keys d Removes menus or dialog boxes from the screen. cDisplays the home menu. xClick button Selects an object on the screen. / + x or pressing and... holding x Displays the grab cursor ÷ so you can grab an object on the TI-Nspire handheld. e Moves to the next entry field. / Provides access to move the cursor.
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Editing Text cut /X copy /C paste /V undo /Z redo /Y Inserting Characters, Symbols display character palette /k not equal to /= underscore /_ | /> { /< semi-colon (;) /: display math template palette % /r /j $ /" degree symbol /' backslash ( \ ) gp Managing Documents create new document / N insert new page /I select application /K save current document Navigation /S Home /7 End Page Up /1 /9 Page ...
Editing Text cut /X copy /C paste /V undo /Z redo /Y Inserting Characters, Symbols display character palette /k not equal to /= underscore /_ | /> { /< semi-colon (;) /: display math template palette % /r /j $ /" degree symbol /' backslash ( \ ) gp Managing Documents create new document / N insert new page /I select application /K save current document Navigation /S Home /7 End Page Up /1 /9 Page ...
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...unit. Battery Precautions Take these precautions when replacing batteries. • Do not leave batteries within brands, of each battery faces away from the handheld. 2. Do not mix brands, or types within the reach of data. 1. Replace the keypad. Getting Started 7 Replacing batteries Caution: When... the batteries as they fit tightly in a battery recharger. • Properly dispose of used batteries. Initial startup The TI-Nspire™ math and science learning handheld uses four AAA batteries, which are provided with the product. Remove the keypad from the display screen. 4.
...unit. Battery Precautions Take these precautions when replacing batteries. • Do not leave batteries within brands, of each battery faces away from the handheld. 2. Do not mix brands, or types within the reach of data. 1. Replace the keypad. Getting Started 7 Replacing batteries Caution: When... the batteries as they fit tightly in a battery recharger. • Properly dispose of used batteries. Initial startup The TI-Nspire™ math and science learning handheld uses four AAA batteries, which are provided with the product. Remove the keypad from the display screen. 4.
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... batteries • Do not mutilate, puncture, or dispose of inactivity. Turning on your TI-Nspire™ handheld for the cell or battery, or the one that was provided with your new handheld, press w to equipment or property. The batteries can burst or explode, releasing hazardous chemicals....The next time you turn the handheld on the TI-Nspire™ handheld, it is in personal injury or damage to turn the handheld off To turn on , press w. To turn the handheld on the handheld, it is exactly as when you left it . Turning the handheld on and off , press / ...
... batteries • Do not mutilate, puncture, or dispose of inactivity. Turning on your TI-Nspire™ handheld for the cell or battery, or the one that was provided with your new handheld, press w to equipment or property. The batteries can burst or explode, releasing hazardous chemicals....The next time you turn the handheld on the TI-Nspire™ handheld, it is in personal injury or damage to turn the handheld off To turn on , press w. To turn the handheld on the handheld, it is exactly as when you left it . Turning the handheld on and off , press / ...
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... button on the NavPad (x) or · to select it. 2. Note: You can reset the font size on the handheld. 1. Choosing a font size Next, you are prompted to select the language to display on the handheld. 1. Getting Started 9 Press e to highlight the OK button, and press x or · to select it. Press e to... complete, you are prompted to select the font size you wish to display is highlighted, and then press x or · to display text on your handheld at any time by changing the system settings.
... button on the NavPad (x) or · to select it. 2. Note: You can reset the font size on the handheld. 1. Choosing a font size Next, you are prompted to select the language to display on the handheld. 1. Getting Started 9 Press e to highlight the OK button, and press x or · to select it. Press e to... complete, you are prompted to select the font size you wish to display is highlighted, and then press x or · to display text on your handheld at any time by changing the system settings.
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... OK button, then press x or · to the Home menu from any other location, press c. 10 Getting Started When you power on your handheld for operating the handheld. Once you have selected the font size, the Welcome screen displays. The Home menu The Home menu provides a starting point for all activities on... • opening and managing existing documents • viewing and changing system and document settings • viewing hints for the first time. Press 6 on your new handheld. Note: To return to display the home menu. This screen describes a few of the basics of using your...
... OK button, then press x or · to the Home menu from any other location, press c. 10 Getting Started When you power on your handheld for operating the handheld. Once you have selected the font size, the Welcome screen displays. The Home menu The Home menu provides a starting point for all activities on... • opening and managing existing documents • viewing and changing system and document settings • viewing hints for the first time. Press 6 on your new handheld. Note: To return to display the home menu. This screen describes a few of the basics of using your...
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If an option is not available, its icon is grayed-out on the Home menu. The TI-Nspire™ handheld screen The handheld screen provides information about applications and documents, see the Working with the option. Press the arrows on the NavPad (3, 4, 5, or 6 ) to move among the options ... a new document. To learn more about the document you are available at the bottom of what each element follows. Getting Started 11 A description of the handheld screen. A brief description of the screen. 1.
If an option is not available, its icon is grayed-out on the Home menu. The TI-Nspire™ handheld screen The handheld screen provides information about applications and documents, see the Working with the option. Press the arrows on the NavPad (3, 4, 5, or 6 ) to move among the options ... a new document. To learn more about the document you are available at the bottom of what each element follows. Getting Started 11 A description of the handheld screen. A brief description of the screen. 1.
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...; Ê Page tabs - display the system settings in this area. Battery status and low memory indicators also display in use , and provides a snapshot of the handheld. good low Viewing system settings The system information menu allows you to view the following system information: 12 Getting Started Viewing status information The icons...
...; Ê Page tabs - display the system settings in this area. Battery status and low memory indicators also display in use , and provides a snapshot of the handheld. good low Viewing system settings The system information menu allows you to view the following system information: 12 Getting Started Viewing status information The icons...
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.... All numbers, including elements of matrices and lists, display according to the document settings. Document settings Document settings control how the handheld displays and interprets information in light gray on the menu. Field Display Digits Angle Exponential Format Real or Complex Exact or Approx.... Polar Auto Exact Approximate Rectangular Cylindrical Spherical Getting Started 13 • Document settings • System settings • Handheld status • About screen Not all options are accessible at all times. When an option is open, you cannot view document settings....
.... All numbers, including elements of matrices and lists, display according to the document settings. Document settings Document settings control how the handheld displays and interprets information in light gray on the menu. Field Display Digits Angle Exponential Format Real or Complex Exact or Approx.... Polar Auto Exact Approximate Rectangular Cylindrical Spherical Getting Started 13 • Document settings • System settings • Handheld status • About screen Not all options are accessible at all times. When an option is open, you cannot view document settings....