Turning Technologies ResponseCard NXT - User Manual

ResponseCard® NXT - User’s Guide
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Updated: 11-16-2011
The ResponseCard NXT is an audience response device developed by Turning
Technologies. This device is used when a presenter wants to gather immediate
feedback from the audience.
Product Specications:
Enclosure
• Lightweight, compact, card format
• Dimensions: 4.0” L x 2.5” W x 0.75” H
• Weight: 2.0 oz (with batteries)
• Angled LCD screen for optimum viewing
• Durable, rugged case ensures maximum longevity under
extreme conditions
User Input
• 22 Keys: (1/A - 0/J), Up, Down, Left, Right, Enter, Channel, Delete,
Input Selection, Left and Right Function Keys, +/-, . (decimal / space)
Display
• Easy to read LCD Display
• Dimensions: 50 mm x 20 mm viewable area
• Display Features: Channel Number, Battery Life Indicator,
Answer Choice, Response Conrmation
Power & Power Management
• Powered by two AAA batteries
• Average battery life is 6 to 12 months
This device is designed to be used with a standard USB cable no longer
than 3 meters in length.
Caution! Risk of explosion if battery is replaced by incorrect type.
Use type LR03 (AAA alkaline) only. Dispose of batteries according
to local regulations.
The Toolbox contains the following:
The Toolbox:
Find Channels
Use this tool to automatically detect the receivers within range of
the ResponseCard NXT. Scroll through the rolodex using the left
or right arrow keys to nd your channel. Press the button to set
the channel.
Note to Leader
Use this tool to send a note to the leader/presenter. A Note is
essentially a message you send to the leader, but the leader
is unable to respond back via the same method. The leader/
presenter may also have this feature disabled in the software. If
this is the case, you will see a “Not Open” message when trying to
send a note.
Device Info
Device Info displays the Device ID of the ResponseCard NXT.
Contrast
Use this tool to adjust the contrast of the screen with the up or
down arrows.
Your I.D.
Assigns an alpha/numeric identication to the ResponseCard.
Test Info
Displays the test name, version number and question count. This
option is only available while in Test Mode.
Delete Test
Deletes the current test from the ResponseCard.
Send Test
Sends the current test to the host computer.
Channel
Indicator
Number
Pad
Symbol
Input
Channel
Input Mode
Delete Key
Left Function
Key
Right Function
Key
Up, Down,
Left, Right
and Enter Keys
Back Toolbox
Battery Life
Indicator
Changing the Channel:
There are two ways to set the channel on the ResponseCard NXT. One way is to
use the Find Channels tool in the toolbox, as described in the previous section
“The Toolbox,” or you can manually set the channel. The steps below describe
how to manually set the channel.
1. Press the Channel button.
2. Use the number pad to enter the new channel number.
3. Once the channel number has been entered, press the button.

Summary

The Toolbox

Find Channels

Automatically detects receivers in range and allows selection of the correct channel.

Note to Leader

Tool to send a message to the presenter; presenter may disable this feature.

Device Info

Displays the unique Device ID of the ResponseCard NXT.

Test Info

Displays test name, version, and question count when in Test Mode.

Send Test

Sends the current test data from the ResponseCard to the host computer.

Product Specifications

Enclosure

Details physical attributes like weight, dimensions, and case durability.

User Input

Lists the 22 keys and their functions for user interaction.

Display

Describes the LCD display size and features like channel number and battery indicator.

Changing the Channel

Responding

Presentation Mode

Explains how the ResponseCard NXT prompts for responses based on question types.

Question Types

Covers various response formats like Single, Multiple, Numeric, Essay, and Fill-in-the-Blank.

Logging Into a Test

Test Mode

Step-by-step guide to initiating and preparing the device for a test.

Taking a Test

Single Response

How to select and submit a single answer choice for multiple-choice questions.

Fill in the Blank

Process for entering text responses using the number pad.

Numeric Response

Method for entering multiple numerical answers.

Multiple Response

How to select and submit multiple answers, alpha or numeric.

True or False

Instructions for selecting True or False answers.

Navigating Through Questions

Scrolling Through Questions

Using arrow keys to move forward or backward through questions.

Go To a Specific Question

Method to directly jump to a particular question number.

Sending a Test

Completed Test

Steps to submit a test after answering all questions.

Incomplete Test

Process for handling tests with unanswered questions.

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Turning Technologies ResponseCard NXT Specifications

General

Brand	Turning Technologies
Model	ResponseCard NXT
Category	Intercom System
Language	English