Setting up the TI-Nspire™ Navigator™ Teacher Software The TI-Nspire™ Navigator™ System provides the hardware and software tools needed to set up a wireless classroom network. In a wireless classroom environment, the TI-Nspire™ Navigator™ Teacher Software enables you to: • Use Quick Poll to send polls to students, receive student responses, and review the poll results with students. • Use Screen Capture to capture screens from student handhelds or computers automatically, or at specific time intervals.
Hardware Name Image Use TI-Nspire™ Navigator™ wireless cradle Attaches to all TI-Nspire™ CX and TI-Nspire™ handhelds to enable wireless communication over a 2.4GHz band. TI-Nspire™ Navigator™ access point Connects to the teacher computer to provide a 2.4GHz wireless communication link. TI-Nspire™ CX Navigator™ access point Connects to the teacher computer to provide either a 2.4GHz or 5GHz wireless communication link.
Before You Begin When you launch a new version of the TI-Nspire™ Navigator™ Teacher Software for the first time, the TI-Nspire™ Navigator™ System Startup wizard opens and guides you through the automated process to set up your wireless classroom. Before you begin the wireless set up process: • Make sure you have installed and activated the TI-Nspire™ Navigator™ Teacher Software on your computer.
Charging the Cradles The TI-Nspire™ Navigator™ wireless cradles contain rechargeable batteries. You must charge the batteries overnight before using them in class. When the cradles are fully charged, they will function all day under continuous use. You should recharge them each night. The TI-Nspire™ Navigator™ Cradle Charging Bay can hold from one to five cradles. After you place the cradles in the charging bay, they are charged simultaneously until all are fully charged.
2. Plug the other end of the adapter into a power outlet. 3. Insert each TI-Nspire™ Navigator™ Cradle into the TI-Nspire™ Navigator™ Cradle Charging Bay. Make sure the LED is amber. Note: You can charge a single wireless cradle using an AC9926 adapter (sold separately). Checking the LEDs Two LEDs (small lights) at the top of each TI-Nspire™ Navigator™ wireless cradle blink or change colors to indicate various operations or status. LEDs The LED indicates network activity. The charging status.
• A solid red LED means the wireless cradle does not have good contact with the charging bay. Reposition the cradle to establish good contact and the LED turns amber. • A solid green LED means the wireless cradle is fully charged. Updating the Handheld Operating System When installing or updating the TI-Nspire™ Navigator™ Teacher Software, the Startup dialog box opens when you launch the software for the first time. You must update all student and classroom handhelds to the latest operating system.
You must connect handhelds using a USB cable or connect multiple handhelds using TI-Nspire™ docking stations. 3. Click Detect handheld OS . • If the OS for all connected handhelds matches the software version, the Handheld OS Update dialog box is displayed informing you that all handhelds are up to date. Click Close to return to the Startup dialog box. • If the OS on the connected handhelds is not current, the Handheld OS Update Required dialog box is displayed. Click Update OS .
- The Add OS Transfer List closes. - The Start Up dialog box is displayed. 4. Select the All my handhelds are updated to version 3.6 check box. 5. Click Next. The Connect Access Point dialog box opens. Connecting the TI-Nspire™ Navigator™ Access Point When the operating system update on all handhelds is complete, the next step in the system startup process is to connect the access point.
TI-Nspire™ Navigator™ access point TI-Nspire™ CX Navigator™ access point Note: If the software does not detect a connected access point within one minute, an error message is displayed. Close the error message, and then disconnect and reconnect the access point. 2. Click Next. The software detects the access point type and checks the firmware version on the access point. If a newer firmware version is available, the software updates the firmware.
To resolve the problem, disconnect and reconnect any cables connected to the access point, and the software will automatically start the update process. If this does not resolve the issue, contact Customer Support. Confirming Handheld OS Version If you did not update handhelds during startup, the wizard asks you to confirm that classroom and student handhelds are updated to the latest OS version. The OS version on the handhelds must match the software version before you can set up the class network.
1. Press c to turn the handheld on. 2. Select Settings > Status to open the Handheld Status window. 3. Make sure the OS on the handheld matches the software version on your computer. 4. • If the OS version is current, select Yes. • If the OS version is not current select No . Click Next. • If the OS version was not current, the Handheld OS Update Required dialog box is displayed. Click Update OS to open the Add OS Transfer Tool and update the handhelds.
1. Type the name you want to assign to the class network in the TI-NAV-N field. Use a name that is unique, easy to remember, and easy for you to identify. The class network name can be up to 22 characters long. Names can consist of letters, numbers, and spaces; but cannot contain special characters such as ? " $ \ ! [ ] +. 2. Click Next to configure the access point with no changes. —or — 3. Click Advanced to select a different band or operating channel.
• If the TI-Nspire™ CX Navigator™ access point is connected, you can select either a 2.4GHz band or 5GHz band, and you can select a different operating channel. Note: Operating channels available for selection are determined by the installed software version.
Important! If you are using the TI-Nspire™ CX Navigator™ network adapter – v2 adapters, you can select either the 2.4GHz or 5GHz band. If you have a mixture of wireless network adapters, you must select the 2.4GHz band. 4. Click Done . The Configuring the Access Point dialog box opens and the software configures the access point and applies the class network name. Important! Do not disconnect the access point while it is being configured.
When the configuration process is complete, you can associate your wireless clients. Adding Wireless Clients to the Network After you assign a name to your class network and the access points are configured, you must associate your wireless clients (wireless adapters and wireless cradles) with the network. How you complete this process depends on whether you have docking stations that enable you to work with multiple handhelds and wireless clients at one time.
1. When the wireless adapters or cradles are attached to the handhelds, click Next. The Add Wireless Clients to Class Network dialog box opens. The access point finds the available clients and lists them in the Available Clients box. It can take up to six minutes for the access point to find all available clients. Check the number of available clients to ensure all clients are listed.
2. Select the wireless clients you want to add to the class network. • To add all available clients listed, click Add All . • To add specific clients, select one client ID at a time, and then click Add . Important! Clients are not part of the class network until you complete this step to add them. 3. Click Next to associate the wireless clients with the classroom network.
The software associates the attached wireless clients with the classroom network. When the process is complete, the Setup Complete dialog opens. 4. Select Back up my class network to save a copy of your classroom network configuration. The saved network information includes the list of wireless client IDs, the network name, and the channel and country selected on the access point. Saving a network enables you to reload the configuration at a later time using the TI-Nspire™ Network Manager.
5. Click Finish to complete the TI-Nspire™ Navigator™ System setup. Note: You can add more wireless adapters or cradles to the class network at a later time using the TI-Nspire™ Network Manager. Connecting the Handhelds to the Wireless Adapters The wireless network adapters work with the TI-Nspire™ CX and TI-Nspire™ CX CAS handhelds. To connect the handheld to a wireless adapter, follow these steps. 1.
Connecting the Handhelds to Cradles The wireless cradles work with the TI-Nspire™, TI-Nspire™ CAS, TI-Nspire™ CX and TI-Nspire™ CX CAS handhelds. To connect the handheld to a cradle, follow these steps. 1. Slide the lock on the back of the cradle to the OFF position.
2. To attach the handheld, face the screen upward and slide the handheld onto the top of the wireless cradle. Be sure that both sides of the handheld are inserted into both of the side guides. 3. Press firmly to make a good connection. When properly connected, the handheld appears to be sitting on top of the cradle. 4. Lock the handheld in place by sliding the lock on the back of the cradle to the ON position.
5. Insert each cradle into the charging bay. Make sure the LED is amber.
At the end of the school day, return the wireless cradle to the charging bay and charge them overnight. The cradles are charged when all the status) LEDs are solid green or amber. (power Creating and Managing Your Teacher Account Create your teacher account in the Teacher Preferences section of the TI-Nspire™ Navigator™ Teacher Software. A teacher account lets you log in to the TI-Nspire™ Navigator™ network from your handheld.
6. Select or clear the options to randomize the order in Screen Capture, and to individualize the teacher handheld in Screen Capture. • Randomize order in Screen Capture. Selecting this option captures and displays student screens in a random order, not the order on the class listing. This enables students to concentrate on the assignment, not whose screen they are viewing. • Individualize Teacher Handheld in Screen Capture. Selecting this option shows the teacher’s screen in the screen capture. 7.
4. Type a new password. 5. Click OK . Changing the User Name of Your Teacher Account 1. Make sure you are not logged in to the TI-Nspire™ Navigator™ network on your handheld. 2. Click File > Settings > Teacher Preferences . The Teacher Preferences dialog box opens. 3. Enter a new user name. 4. Click OK .
Logging In to the TI-Nspire™ Navigator™ System from the Handheld The TI-Nspire™ Navigator™ classroom learning system uses both your computer and student handhelds. For you and your students to communicate using the TI-Nspire™ Navigator™ network, students must log in to the network from their handhelds. Note: You do not have to log in to communicate with student handhelds; you can use the Transfer Tool to delete files or send files and operating systems to student handhelds.
2. If the name of the network that appears is correct, continue with login. If the network is not correct, click Network. The handheld screens displays all networks it has been connected to, and also displays other networks within range. 3. Select the network from the list, and then click Connect. The login screen shows the connection status and displays the network name when the connection is successful. 4. Type your username and password. 5. Select Login . The Login Successful screen opens. 6.
TI-Nspire™ Handheld Login Status Icons The icons on the TI-Nspire™ CX, TI-Nspire™ CX CAS, TI-Nspire™, and TI-Nspire™ CAS handheld screens indicate the communication status between the handheld and the access point, wireless adapter, wireless cradle, or TI-Navigator™ network. The icons indicate status as follows. Icon Status No icon Meaning If no icon appears on the handheld, the handheld is not searching for an access point. Unattach and reattach the wireless adapter or cradle.
If you need to store the wireless adapters for more than two weeks, remove the wireless adapter from the handheld, and store the adapters in the adapter storage case. Place the storage case in a cool, dry place. If you need to store the TI-Nspire™ Navigator™ wireless cradles for more than two weeks, remove the handhelds from the cradles, and store the cradles in a cool, dry place.
• Update all student and classroom handhelds to the latest operating system (OS) version. The OS on the handhelds must match the software version installed on your computer. • Connect the access point and, if needed, update the access point firmware. • Name the class network. • If required, select a channel for the access point. • Add wireless clients to your network. • Create a backup copy of the class network configuration.
After you have set up the network, all of the adapters or cradles you added appear in the TI-Nspire™ Network Manager window. If the wireless adapter or cradle is charged and attached to a TI-Nspire™ handheld that is powered on, TI-Nspire™ Network Manager shows the status as connected. It may take up to 30 seconds to recognize the wireless client and show its status as connected. The status window also displays the battery status and signal strength.
Color and pattern Meaning Solid amber The battery is charging. Solid green Power on; charged and powered by a charging bay or power adapter. Solid red The battery is charging, but does not have good contact with the charging bay. Reposition the cradle so it has good contact. The LED should then turn amber to indicate it is recharging. Outside the charging bay Blinking green Power on; battery powered. The battery is 30% to 99% charged. Blinking amber Low battery (less than 30% charged).
2. For each wireless adapter or cradle you are adding, find the ID number on the back of the adapter or cradle, and type it in the Wireless Client ID box. The ID is the last six digits of the eight-digit number (ignore the first two zeros). 3. Enter a nickname in the Wireless Client Nickname box (optional). Nicknames can consist of letters, spaces, and numbers. A nickname must contain a minimum of 1 character and can contain a maximum of 64 characters. 4.
9. Select the network you added the wireless clients to, and click Connect. The wireless clients are now associated with the access point. Changing the Operating Channel 1. In the TI-Nspire™ Network Manager window, click Change Operating Channels. The Advanced Access Point Options dialog box opens.
Important! If you are using the TI-Nspire™ CX Navigator™ network adapter – v2 adapters, you can select either the 2.4GHz or 5GHz band. If you have a mixture of wireless network adapters, you must select the 2.4GHz band. 2. Select a different channel from the drop-down box. 3. Click Done . The Configuring the Access Point dialog box opens and the software configures the access point.
wireless client, press and hold the Shift or Ctrl key (Mac®: “ key), and click the items you want to select. 2. Click Actions > Identify Selected . 3. Look around your classroom. • If you are using cradles, both LEDs on the cradles that you selected will blink rapidly with a green color. • If you are using a docking station, both LEDs on the docking station will blink rapidly with a green color. You can identify the wireless clients that are not working because their LEDs are not blinking.
USA FCC Information Concerning Radio Frequency Interference Product Name FCC ID TI-Nspire™ Navigator™ Wireless Cradle V7R-TINAVWC2 TI-Nspire™ Navigator™ Access Point V7R-TINAVAP2 TI-Nspire™ CX Wireless Network Adapter V7R-TINAVWNA TI-Nspire™ CX Navigator™ Access Point V7R-TINAVAP3 TI-Nspire™ CX Navigator™ Wireless Network Adapter – v2 V7R-TINAVWNA2 Federal Communication Commission Interference Statement This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital devi
Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) These devices may not cause harmful interference, and (2) these devices must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. The device for the band 5150-5250 MHz is only for indoor usage to reduce potential for harmful interference to co-channel mobile satellite systems.
Deployment Statement: This product is certified for indoor deployment only. Do not install or use this product outdoors. FCC Statement Note: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation.
Canadian IC Information Product Name IC TI-Nspire™ Navigator™ Wireless Cradle 451E-TINAVWC2 TI-Nspire™ Navigator™ Access Point 451F-TINAVAP2 TI-Nspire™ CX Wireless Network Adapter 451E-TINAVWNA TI-Nspire™ CX Navigator™ Access Point 451F-TINAVAP3 TI-Nspire™ CX Navigator™ Wireless Network Adapter – v2 451F-TINAVWNA2 Industry Canada Statement: This device complies with Industry Canada license-exempt RSS standard(s). Operation is subject to the following two conditions: 1.
Safety Code 6 (http://www.hc-sc.gc.ca/ewh-semt/pubs/radiation/radio_ guide-lignes_direct-eng.php). Under Industry Canada regulations, this radio transmitter may only operate using an antenna of a type and maximum (or lesser) gain approved for the transmitter by Industry Canada. To reduce potential radio interference to other users, the antenna type and its gain should be so chosen that the equivalent isotropically radiated power (e.i.r.p.) is not more than that necessary for successful communication.
On trouvera plus d'informations dans le CNR-102 (http://www.ic.gc.ca/eic/site/smt-gst.nsf/eng/sf01904.html) et dans Code de sécurité 6 notre (http://www.hc-sc.gc.ca/ewh-semt/pubs/radiation/radio_guidelignes_direct-eng.php). En vertu de la réglementation d'Industrie Canada, cet émetteur radio risquera uniquement à l'aide d'une antenne de type et de gain maximum (ou moins) pour l'émetteur a été approuvé par Industrie Canada.
Mexico - Declaration of Conformity Marking by this symbol: indicates that the following listed equipment meets the operating conditions and technical characteristics established in the Mexican Official Standard NOM-121-SCT1-2009 radio systems using spread spectrum techniquehopping radio equipment frequency and digital modulation operating in the bands 902-928 MHz, 2400-2483.5 MHz, and 5725-5850 MHz.
European Union and EFTA Regulatory Compliance This equipment may be operated in the countries that comprise the member countries of the European Union and the EFTA (European Free Trade Association).
Including: EN 61000-3-2, -3-3, -4-2, -4-3, -4-4, -4-5, -4-6 and -4-11. The product is also licensed as required for additional country specific standards as required for the International Marketplace. Radio: EN 300-328 v.1.7.1 (2006-10) Electromagnetic compatibility and Radio spectrum Matters (ERM); Wideband transmission systems; Data transmission equipment operating in the 2,4 GHz ISM band and using wide band modulation techniques.
Декларацията за съответствие може да бъде консултиран в страницата на продукта стопанисване в education.ti.com. Česká republika Texas Instruments tímto prohlašuje, že TI-Nspire™ Navigator™ přístupový bod, bezdrátový stojan TI-Nspire™ Navigator™ a TI-Nspire™ CX bezdrátový síťový adaptér, TI-Nspire™ CX bezdrátový síťový adaptér - v2 a TI-Nspire™ CX Navigator™ přístupový bod jsou v souladu se základními požadavky a dalšími příslušnými ustanoveními směrnice 1999/5/ES.
Navigator™, le point d’accès TI-Nspire™ CX Navigator™, le socle de synchronisation TI-Nspire™ Navigator™, l’adaptateur de réseau sans fil TI-Nspire™ CX et l’adaptateur de réseau sans fil TI-Nspire™ CX - v2 sont conformes aux exigences essentielles et aux autres clauses applicables de la Directive 1999/5/CE. La Déclaration de conformité peut être consultée à la page Gérance du produit à education.ti.com .
Navigator™ accesspoint, de TI-Nspire™ CX Navigator™ accesspoint, de TI-Nspire™ Navigator™ draadloze slede, de TI-Nspire™ CX draadloze netwerkadapter en de TI-Nspire™ CX draadloze netwerkadapter - v2 voldoen aan de essentiële vereisten en andere relevante bepalingen van Richtlijn 1999/5/EC. De verklaring van overeenstemming kan worden geraadpleegd op de pagina Product Stewardship (Productbeheer) op education.ti.com .
Slovensko Texas Instruments vyhlasuje, že TI-Nspire™ Navigator™ Access Point, bezdrôtový kolísky TI-Nspire™ Navigator™ a TI-Nspire™ CX bezdrôtový sieťový adaptér, TI-Nspire™ CX bezdrôtový sieťový adaptér - v2 a TI-Nspire™ CX Navigator™ prístupový bod sú v súlade so základnými požiadavkami a inými príslušnými ustanoveniami smernice 1999/5/EC. Vyhlásenie o zhode k nahliadnutiu na stránke produktu správcovstvo v education.ti.com.
• Please consult the TI-Nspire™ Navigator™ Teacher Software Guidebook for further information regarding restrictions and operating conditions for outdoor configurations.
China SRRC CMIIT Identification Product Name CMIIT ID TI-Nspire™ Navigator™ Wireless Cradle 2010DJ5746 TI-Nspire™ Navigator™ Access Point 2012DJ1441 TI-Nspire™ CX Wireless Network Adapter 2011DJ1546 TI-Nspire™ CX Navigator™ Access Point TBD TI-Nspire™ CX Navigator™ Wireless Network Adapter – v2 TBD China SRRC CMIIT Identification 51 DRAFT
Warning Statements Warning! Install the TI-Nspire™ Navigator™ Access Point or TI-Nspire™ CX Navigator™ Access Point in such a manner as to maintain a minimum of 20 cm (7.9 inches) separation distance between the radiating element(s) and all persons. This safety warning conforms to FCC radio frequency exposure limits. Warning! Do not touch or move the TI-Nspire™ Navigator™ Access Point or or TI-Nspire™ CX Navigator™ Access Point when the antennas are transmitting or receiving.
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