Texas Instruments TI-83 Plus Silver Edition Manual

4/16/03 © 2003 Texas Instruments
TI-83 Plus
LogIn
Getting Started
Starting the LogIn App
Username Rules
More Information
Error Messages
Customer Support
TI

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Important Information
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pertains to the TI-83 Plus Silver Edition, unless otherwise noted.
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respective owners.

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What is the LogIn Application?
The LogIn handheld software application (App) is used with the
TI-Navigator™ classroom network (version 1.0 or higher). The
LogIn App must be installed on the student devices if you require
students to log in to the network.
The LogIn App works with the Require Device Login option in the
Class Connect and Class Analysis portions of the TI-Navigator
software. If you require students to log in, the students' user names
are listed in the LogIn/Device ID column of the Transferring
window. If you do not require students to log in, only device IDs are
listed in the LogIn/Device ID column.
When you require device login, the individual LogIn App user
names are appended to each file name that you receive from
students. This lets you easily identify files received from students
when the files are stored on a computer. Otherwise, only the
device ID is appended to the file name when students transfer files
to you.
When a student logs in, a signal is sent to the TI-Navigator
classroom network that he or she is ready to transfer files.

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Use the LogIn App when you need to:
•send information to or receive information from specific
students;
•know which students have retrieved assignments;
•send an assignment to one or more tardy students without
interrupting the students who are working on the assignment;
•ensure an assignment is completed by all students before you
collect it;
•ensure each student has returned one assignment before
receiving the next assignment;
•identify students' files by Username when the files are stored
on a computer.

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Starting the App
The instructions in this guidebook refer to this Flash App only. For
help using the TI-83 Plus, refer to the comprehensive guidebook
for your handheld device at education.ti.com/guides.
1. Connect a TI-83 Plus to a TI-Navigator™ network hub or to a
computer.
2. Using the Class Connect or Class Analysis portions of the
TI-Navigator software, open the Transferring window. The
Transferring window must be open on the computer before
transfer from a handheld device can occur.
Notes •Directing your students to finish an assignment before they log
in allows them to control file transfer and helps ensure that you
collect completed assignments.
•Refer to the Class Connect or Class Analysis online help for
instructional information on those products.
3. Press Œto display the list of applications on the TI-83 Plus.
4. Select LogIn.The application’s information screen displays.

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5. Press any key to continue. The LOGIN screen displays and
alpha-lock is on.
6. Type the Username and select OK (press o). The TI-83 Plus
becomes ready to transfer files through the TI-Navigator™
classroom network. See Username Rules.
Notes •Press ƒor y 7 to type numbers in the
Username field.
•Use |,~,y |,y ~,{,‘,or y 6 to
navigate in or edit the Username field.
Exiting the LOGIN Screen
To exit without logging in to the network, select QUIT (press s)
or press y5from the LOGIN screen.
After successfully contacting the TI-Navigator classroom network,
the LogIn App quits automatically. You do not need to log out or
quit the App.

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Username Rules and Suggestions
The Username:
•can include letters from A to Z;
•can include numbers from 0 to 9;
•can contain a maximum of 32 alphanumeric characters or
spaces;
•must contain a minimum of 3 alphanumeric characters or
spaces.
Take some time to develop a plan for creating user names so each
student's name is unique yet easy to identify. This is important
because a duplicate Username may cause confusion when viewing
transfer status or viewing lists of files that have been collected.
For example, you might use the sequence of last name, first and
middle initial, and perhaps include the number of the class period
or the student's grade level. If you still have a duplicate name, you
could spell out the first or middle name or add a numeric identifier
in some way.

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Username Meaning
WilliamsJD 3 10 James Douglas Williams, 3rd period, 10th grade
WilliamsJT 4 10 Jacob Tanner Williams, 4th period, 10th grade
If you are doing group work, you can identify group members by
preceding names with a number. This will make it easy to sort files
by group on the computer.
Username Meaning
1MooreL Group 1, Lana Moore
1FernandezJ Group 1, José Fernandez
1WilliamsJD Group 1, James Douglas Williams
2WilliamsJT Group 2, Jacob Tanner Williams
2KharbandaN Group 2, Neelam Kharbanda
2FryM Group 2, Mark Fry

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Application Variable
The handheld device stores the Username as an application
variable (AppVar) called LOGINID.The first successful log in
creates the LOGINID AppVar. The next successful log in on the
handheld device, whether from the same or a different student,
overwrites the contents of the LOGINID AppVar.
Neither the LOGINID AppVar nor a database validates the
Username. A student could enter a different user name each time.

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Application Error Messages
Error Message Suggestion
Select OK (press o)to dismiss the error message,
clear the user name, and place the cursor in the
Username field.
Selecting QUIT (press s)exits the message and
the LogIn App.
See Username Rules.
Select OK (press o)to resend a signal and try to
connect with the TI-Navigator™ classroom network.
Selecting QUIT (press s)exits the message and
the LogIn App.
Make sure all cables are firmly inserted into the
TI-83 Plus and either a network hub or a computer.
Make sure the system administrator has properly
connected the network hubs.
Press 1or Íto exit the message and the LogIn
App.
The TI-83 Plus or TI-83 Plus Silver Edition must
have version 1.16 or later of the operating system
software to run the LogIn App. Download a free copy
of the latest operating system software from
education.ti.com/latest.

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Error Message Suggestion
Press 1or Íto exit the message and the LogIn
App. Press y L to manage memory.
The LogIn App requires approximately 305 bytes of
RAM (random access memory).
To create additional free RAM, consider deleting or
archiving variables. Before deleting any variables, it
is a good idea to make a back up copy for
reinstallation.
NAVIGATOR
CONNECTION
FAILURE – REMOVE
THEN INSERT CABLE
TO HUB
The TI-Navigator connection did not complete.
Remove and then re-insert the TI-GRAPH LINK™
cable into the network hub.

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What You eed
Hardware and Software Note
The TI-Navigator™ classroom
network version 1.0 or later The TI-Navigator classroom network is available directly from Texas Instruments.
See education.ti.com/navigator,call
1-866-TI-NAVIGATOR (1-866-846-2844), or
e-mail [e-mail].
ATI-83 Plus or TI-83 Plus
Silver Edition with version 1.16
or later of the operating system
software
Download a free copy of the latest operating
system software from
education.ti.com/latest.
Acomputer using either a
Microsoft®Windows®98 (or
later) or Apple®Macintosh®8.6
(or later) operating system
Although an Apple Macintosh computer may
be used to install the LogIn App on a
handheld device, the TI-Navigator software
runs only on computers using Windows XP
with Service Pack 1.
ATI-GRAPH LINK™ computer-
to-device cable
Note: You must use the USB
type of TI-GRAPH LINK
computer-to-device cable if
connected directly to a
computer while using the LogIn
App.
TI-GRAPH LINK cables are available for
purchase from retail stores, online retailers,
and instructional dealers. See a list at
education.ti.com/buy.You may also
purchase TI-GRAPH LINK cables from the TI
online store at education.ti.com/shop.

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Hardware and Software Note
TI Connect™ software,
which is compatible with
most current TI graphing
products
Connectivity software is available free from
education.ti.com/downloadticonnect.

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Installing an App
Detailed instructions for installing this and other applications are
available from education.ti.com/guides.Click the Flash Installation
Instructions link.
Deleting an App
Deleting an App removes it from the handheld device and
increases space for other Apps. Before deleting an App, consider
making a backup copy for reinstallation.
1. Exit the LOGIN screen.
2. Press yLto display the MEMORY screen.
3. Select 2: Mem Mgmt/Del to display the next screen.
4. Select A: Apps to display the list of installed applications.
5. Select the application you want to delete.
6. Press {.The delete confirmation dialog box displays.
7. Select 2: Yes to delete the application.

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Texas Instruments (TI) Support and Service
Information
For General Information
E-mail: [email protected]
Phone: 1.800.TI.CARES (1.800.842.2737)
For U.S., Canada, Mexico, Puerto Rico, and
Virgin Islands only
Home Page: education.ti.com
Customer Support
Center: education.ti.com/support
Click the international information link to visit the
worldwide support web page.
For Technical Questions
Phone: [phone]
For TI-Na igator™ Questions
E-mail: ti-navigator.ti.com
Phone: 1-866-TI-NAVIGATOR (1-866-846-2844)

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For Product (hardware) Ser ice
Customers in the U.S., Canada, Mexico, Puerto Rico and Virgin
Islands: Always contact Texas Instruments Customer Support before
returning a product for service.
All other customers: Refer to the leaflet enclosed with this product
(hardware) or contact your local Texas Instruments retailer/distributor.

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Page Reference
This PDF document contains electronic bookmarks designed for
easy on-screen navigation. If you decide to print this document,
please use the page numbers below to find specific topics.
Important Information.........................................................................................2
What is the LogIn Application?...........................................................................3
Starting the App.................................................................................................5
Exiting the LOGIN Screen.............................................................................6
Username Rules and Suggestions .....................................................................7
Application Variable...........................................................................................9
Application Error Messages..............................................................................10
What You Need ...............................................................................................12
Installing an App..............................................................................................14
Deleting an App..........................................................................................14
Texas Instruments (TI) Support and Service Information .................................15
For General Information..............................................................................15
For Technical Questions.............................................................................15
For TI-Navigator™ Questions.....................................................................15
For Product (hardware) Service..................................................................16
License Agreement..........................................................................................17