Texas Instruments TINSPIRE User Manual

Libraries 667
A Private library object does not appear in the Catalog, but you can
access it by typing its name. Private objects serve well as building blocks
that perform basic, low-level tasks. Typically, private library objects are
called upon by the public functions and programs.
A Public library object appears in the Catalog’s library tab after you
refresh the libraries. You can access a public library object through the
Catalog or by typing its name.
Macintosh® only: In version 1.4 of the software, a library document
name cannot contain extended characters, such as Ö, á, or ñ.
Note: In library programs and functions defined as public, a comment
line (©) immediately following the
Prgm or Func line is automatically
displayed as help in the Catalog. You could, for example, show a syntax
reminder there.
Using short and long names
Anytime you are in the same problem where an object is defined, you
can access it by entering its short name (the name given in the object’s
Define command). This is the case for all defined objects, including
private, public, and non-library objects.
You can access a library object from any document by typing the object’s
long name. A long name consists of the name of the object’s library
document followed by a backslash “\” followed by the name of the
object. For example, the long name of the object defined as
func1 in the
library document
lib1 is lib1\func1. To type the “\” character on the
handheld, press gp.
Note: If you cannot remember the exact name or the order of arguments
required for a private library object, you can open the library document
or use the Program Editor to view the object. You also can use
getVarInfo to view a list of objects in a library.
Using library objects
Before using a library variable, function, or program, make sure that
these steps have been followed:
• The object has been defined with the
Define command, and the
command specifies either the LibPriv or LibPub attribute.
• The object resides in the first problem of a library document. The
document must reside in the designated library folder and must meet
the naming requirements.
• If you defined the object using the Program Editor, it has been stored
using
Check Syntax & Store from the Program Editor menu.

Texas Instruments TINSPIRE Specifications

General

Model	TI-Nspire
Resolution	320 x 240 pixels
Operating System	TI-Nspire OS
Display	LCD
Screen Size	3.2 inches
Color Depth	16-bit
Battery	4 AAA batteries
Connectivity	USB

Summary

TI-Nspire™ Navigator™ Teacher Software Guidebook

Setting up the TI-Nspire™ Navigator™ Teacher Software

Installing the handheld software

Ensures the latest operating system is installed on handhelds for proper software function and guides the installation process.

Creating and managing your teacher account

Explains how to create a teacher account in Teacher Preferences to log in to the TI-Nspire™ Navigator™ network from a handheld.

Logging in to the TI-Nspire™ Navigator™ system from the handheld

Guides users on how to log in to the TI-Nspire™ Navigator™ network from their handheld for system communication.

Getting started with the TI-Nspire™ Navigator™ Teacher Software

Using the Documents Workspace

Updating the handheld OS

Using the Class Workspace

Adding a class

Beginning and ending a class session

Guides users on starting, pausing, resuming, and ending a class session for communication with selected classes.

Using Live Presenter

Starting Live Presenter

Provides instructions on how to start Live Presenter by selecting a student or the teacher handheld.

Recording the live presentation

Guides users on how to record and save the live presentation as a movie file (.avi).

Using Question in the Teacher Software

Adding questions

Polling students

Opening the Quick Poll tool

Viewing poll results

Using the Scratchpad

Calculating with the Scratchpad

Details how to enter and evaluate math expressions, control result format, and use the Catalog for inserting functions and symbols.

Graphing with the Scratchpad

Guides users on how to graph functions, scatter plots, and sequences, including choosing graph types and using the entry line.

Calculator

Entering and evaluating math expressions

Details how to enter simple math expressions, control result format, and use the Catalog for inserting functions and symbols.

Calculator menu

Using Variables

Creating variables

Guides users on how any portion or attribute of an object or function can be stored as a variable.

Locking and unlocking variables

Graphs & Geometry

Graphs & Geometry menu

Using Lists & Spreadsheet

Creating and sharing spreadsheet data as lists

Plotting statistical data

Using Data & Statistics

Creating a normal probability plot

Creating a scatter plot

Programming

Overview of the Program Editor

Introduces the Program Editor for defining, editing, and managing user-defined functions and programs.

Defining a program or function

Guides users on starting a new program or function, defining names, types, and library access.

Data Collection and Analysis

Performing an experiment

Provides an overview of the typical process for performing an experiment, with brief steps and references to detailed sections.

Using advanced data collection options

Covers setting up offline sensors, remote collection units, and triggering for advanced data collection.

Using the TI-SmartView™ emulator

Opening the TI-SmartView™ emulator

Using Screen Capture