Texas Instruments TI-Nspire Guide Book

Getting Started 7
Sensor Types
You can select from three types of sensors.
• Analog sensors. Temperature, light, pH, and voltage sensors are
analog sensors and require a sensor interface.
• Digital sensors. Photogates, radiation monitors, and drop counters
are digital sensors. These sensors can only be used with the
TI-Nspire™ Lab Cradle.
• Direct-connect USB sensors. These sensors connect directly to a
handheld or computer and do not require a sensor interface.
For a complete list of compatible sensors, see Compatible Sensors.
Sensors for Handhelds
The following lists some sensors you can use with a handheld.
Vernier Go!Link®
This sensor interface is used with
computers. It has a standard connector
so it can be plugged into a Windows® or
Mac® computer.
Connect sensors to Vernier GoLink® to:
• Measure the acidity or alkalinity of a
solution.
• Monitor greenhouse gases.
• Measure sound level in decibels.
Sensor Description
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CBR 2™
This analog sensor connects directly to TI-Nspire™
handhelds through the mini-USB port. It is used to
explore and graph motion.
This sensor automatically launches the Vernier
DataQuest™ application when you connect it to a
handheld. Data collection begins when you select
the Motion Match function.
This sensor collects up to 200 samples per second.
Use this sensor to:
• Measure position and speed of a person or
object.
• Measure the acceleration of an object.
Sensor Interface Description

Texas Instruments TI-Nspire Specifications

General

Type	Display
Form factor	Pocket
Product color	Blue, White
Display resolution	320 x 240 pixels
Display size (HxV) (imperial)	0 \
Compatible operating systems	Windows Vista/XP Mac OS X 10.4/10.5
Battery type	AAA
Number of batteries supported	4

Weight and Dimensions

Dimensions (WxDxH)	100 x 198.3 x 28.7 mm