Texas Instruments TI-Nspire Guide Book

Performing an Experiment 9
Performing an Experiment
When performing an experiment, these basic steps are the same no
matter which type of experiment you perform.
1. Start a new document or problem.
Important! If you connect a sensor before starting the Vernier
DataQuest™ application, the software automatically opens the
Vernier DataQuest™ application.
2. Connect a sensor.
3. Modify sensor settings. (Optional, if using default settings)
4. Set the collection mode. (Optional, if using default settings)
5. Collect data.
6. Stop collecting data.
7. To save the data for future use, store the data set.
8. Save the experiment.
9. Analyze data.
10. Print data. (Optional, if you do not need a paper copy.)
Starting a Document
TI recommends starting a new document for each new experiment.
Starting a new document ensures that the Vernier DataQuest™
application is set to its default values.
Important: The handheld can only have one document open. You are
prompted to save it before creating a new document. TI also
recommends that you have only one document open so the system
assigns the sensor to the correct document.
Starting a New Document
To start a new document:
1. Click
File > New TI-Nspire Document.
Handheld: Press c, and then select New Document.
A new document opens.
2. Click
Add Vernier DataQuest.
The Vernier DataQuest™ opens.

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