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1 Contents Contents Chapter 1 Getting Ready 1-1 1-2 1-3 1-4 1-5 1-6 1-7 Unpacking ............................................................................................. 1-1-1 Attaching and Removing the Front Cover ......................................... 1-2-1 Using the Stylus ................................................................................... 1-3-1 Replacing Batteries and Setting Up the ClassPad ............................ 1-4-1 Handling Precautions ..............................
Chapter Getting Ready This section contains important information you need to know before using the ClassPad for the first time.
1-1-1 Unpacking 1-1 Unpacking When unpacking your ClassPad, check to make sure that all of the items shown here are included. If anything is missing, contact your original retailer immediately. ClassPad CD-ROM Front Cover (Attached to ClassPad.) Stylus (Inserted in ClassPad.) 3-pin Cable (SB-62) USB Cable Touch Screen Protector Four AAA-size Batteries LR03 (AM4) Quick Start Guide Keyboard ON/OFF Clear = ( ) , (–) x 7 4 1 0 y z 8 5 2 .
1-2-1 Attaching and Removing the Front Cover 1-2 Attaching and Removing the Front Cover u To remove the front cover Before using the ClassPad, remove the front cover and attach it to the back. u To attach the front cover When you are not using the ClassPad, attach the front cover to the front. Important! • Always attach the front cover to the ClassPad whenever you are not using it. Otherwise, accidental operation of the touch screen or the o key can cause the power to turn on and run down the batteries.
1-3-1 Using the Stylus 1-3 Using the Stylus Slide the stylus from the slot provided for it on the ClassPad, and then use it to perform touch panel operations. Important! • Be careful so that you do not misplace or lose the stylus. When you are not using it, always keep the stylus in the slot provided for it on the ClassPad. • Be careful so that you do not damage the tip of the stylus. A damaged tip can scratch or otherwise damage the ClassPad touch panel.
1-4-1 Replacing Batteries and Setting Up the ClassPad 1-4 Replacing Batteries and Setting Up the ClassPad Precautions: Incorrectly using batteries can cause them to burst or leak, possibly damaging the interior of the ClassPad. Note the following precautions: • Use only the batteries that are specifically listed in “Recommended Batteries” (shown below). Never use any other type of batteries. • Be sure that the positive (+) and negative (–) poles of each battery are facing in the proper directions.
1-4-2 Replacing Batteries and Setting Up the ClassPad u ClassPad Operation (1) Making sure that you do not accidentally press the o key, attach the front cover to the ClassPad and then turn the ClassPad over. Remove the battery cover from the ClassPad by pulling with your finger at the point marked 1. 1 (2) Load the four batteries that come with ClassPad. • Make sure that the positive (+) and negative (–) ends of the batteries are facing correctly.
1-4-3 Replacing Batteries and Setting Up the ClassPad b. Tap the center of each of the four cross marks as they appear on the display. • If the Touch Panel Alignment screen does not appear, use the stylus to press the RESTART button on the back of the ClassPad. RESTART Button Important! • It may take a little time for your ClassPad to start up after you press the RESTART button. (6) Adjust the display contrast. a. Tap the button to make contrast darker, or the button to make it lighter. b.
1-4-4 Replacing Batteries and Setting Up the ClassPad (8) Specify the soft keyboard key arrangement. a. On the list that appears, tap the key arrangement you want to use. b. When the key arrangement you want is selected, tap [Set]. • Tapping [Cancel] selects QWERTY arrangement and advances to the next dialog box. (9) Specify the battery type. a. On the list that appears, tap the battery type that matches the batteries loaded in the ClassPad.
1-5-1 Handling Precautions 1-5 Handling Precautions • Your ClassPad is made of precision components. Never try to take it apart. • Avoid dropping your ClassPad and subjecting it to strong impact. • Do not store the ClassPad or leave it in areas exposed to high temperatures or humidity, or large amounts of dust. When exposed to low temperatures, the ClassPad may require more time to display results and may even fail to operate.
1-5-2 Handling Precautions • Make sure nothing gets between the front cover and the touch screen. Besides creating the risk of scratching the touch screen, an object coming into contact with the screen can cause the power to turn on and run down the batteries. • Always attach the front cover to the ClassPad whenever you are not using it. Otherwise, accidental operation of the touch screen or the o key can cause the power to turn on and run down the batteries.
1-6-1 Adjusting Display Contrast 1-6 Adjusting Display Contrast Use the following procedure to display the Contrast dialog box and adjust display contrast. u ClassPad Operation (1) On the application menu, tap Y. • This starts up the System application. (2) Tap Z to display the Contrast dialog box. (3) Adjust display contrast. To do this: Tap this button: Make the display lighter Make the display darker Return contrast to its initial factory default setting • Tapping and holding release the button.
1-7-1 Configuring Power Properties 1-7 Configuring Power Properties Use the Power Properties dialog box to configure the auto power off (APO) setting. Auto Power Off The Auto Power Off (APO) feature helps conserve battery power by turning off the ClassPad unit automatically whenever you do not perform any operation for specified amount of time. You can specify 10 or 60 minutes for the Auto Power Off trigger time. The initial default APO setting is 10 minutes.
1-8-1 Optimizing “Flash ROM” 1-8 Optimizing “Flash ROM” Use the following procedure to perform a “garbage collection” operation that optimizes eActivity area and mass storage area (USB Flash Drive). Optimizing Flash ROM increases the amount of memory available for storage. u ClassPad Operation (1) On the application menu, tap Y. • This starts up the System application. (2) Tap <. • This displays a confirmation asking if you really want to optimize eActivity area and mass storage area.
1-9-1 Specifying the Ending Screen Image 1-9 Specifying the Ending Screen Image Whenever you press the o key to turn off the ClassPad unit, it copies any data currently in RAM to Flash ROM, and then turns off power. The ending screen is what appears on the display while the RAM data save operation is being performed, until power is actually turned off. You can specify the image data you want to appear as the ending screen. u ClassPad Operation (1) On the application menu, tap Y.
1-10-1 Adjusting Touch Panel Alignment 1-10 Adjusting Touch Panel Alignment You should adjust touch panel alignment whenever you find that the wrong operation or no operation is performed when you tap the ClassPad screen. u ClassPad Operation (1) On the application menu, tap Y. • This starts up the System application. (2) Tap M to display the touch panel alignment screen. • To see this icon, you must first tap the right arrow button on the toolbar to scroll.
1-11-1 Battery Settings 1-11 Battery Settings Use these settings to specify the battery type you will use. u ClassPad Operation (1) On the application menu, tap Y. • This starts up the System application. (2) Tap to display the Battery Settings dialog box. • To see this icon, you must first tap the right arrow button on the toolbar to scroll. (3) Tap the type of battery you loaded and then tap [Set]. • This displays the confirmation dialog box. (4) Tap [OK].
Chapter Performing Data Communication You can use the SB-62 data communication cable to connect your ClassPad to another ClassPad unit or to a CASIO Data Analyzer, and transfer data between them. To transfer data between a ClassPad and a personal computer, you need to use the special USB cable that comes with ClassPad. You can also use the USB cable to connect a ClassPad to a CASIO projector and project its screen contents.
2-1-1 Data Communication Overview 2-1 Data Communication Overview This section provides an overview of the types of connections that are possible, and the data that can be transferred over each connection. It also tells you how to use the Communication application to transfer data. Important! • Never press the RESTART button on the back of the ClassPad while a data communication operation is in progress. Doing so can damage memory, resulting in loss of all memory contents and malfunction of your ClassPad.
2-1-2 Data Communication Overview k Connecting a ClassPad to a Computer You can perform the following operations when connected to a computer. • Transfer variable data and eActivity data between the ClassPad and a computer • Install add-in applications, language data, and operating system upgrades onto your ClassPad from the computer • Transfer ClassPad display image data to the computer • For information about variables, see “1-7 Variables and Folders” in the separate Software User’s Guide.
2-1-3 Data Communication Overview u How to Transfer Data Use the “Send38k” and “Receive38k” program commands to transfer data. For details, see “Chapter 12 – Using the Program Application” in the separate Software User’s Guide, and the user documentation that comes with the Data Analyzer. k Connecting a ClassPad to a CASIO Projector You can connect the ClassPad to a CASIO projector and project ClassPad screen contents onto a screen.
2-1-4 Data Communication Overview • [Projector] ....................... Mode for connecting ClassPad to a projector and projecting ClassPad screen contents. See “2-7 Projecting ClassPad Screen Contents from a Projector” for details. • [Cancel] .......................... Closes the Select Connection Mode dialog box without changing the setting. Tip • Instead of tapping on-screen buttons, you can also use the keypad keys 1 through 5 to select a connection mode.
2-1-5 Data Communication Overview k Communication Application Menus and Buttons The following explains the operations you can perform using the menus and buttons of the Communication application.
2-2-1 Connecting the ClassPad to Another Device 2-2 Connecting the ClassPad to Another Device This section provides detailed explanations about how to connect the ClassPad to another ClassPad unit, to a computer, to a CASIO Data Analyzer, and to a CASIO Projector. Connecting to Another ClassPad Unit Use the procedure below to connect two ClassPad units. k Required Hardware ClassPad: 2 units Special SB-62 Cable: 1 u ClassPad Operation (1) Turn both units off.
2-2-2 Connecting the ClassPad to Another Device Connecting to an EA-200 Data Analyzer You can use the CASIO Data Analyzer to sample and collect data on various everyday natural phenomena. You can also connect the Data Analyzer to your ClassPad, and control Data Analyzer operation from your ClassPad. You can transfer setup information from the ClassPad to the Data Analyzer, trigger sampling from the ClassPad, and graph sample results on your ClassPad.
2-2-3 Connecting the ClassPad to Another Device Connecting to a Computer (USB) Use the procedure below to connect ClassPad to a computer. k Required Hardware ClassPad: 1 unit Computer: 1 Special USB Cable: 1 Running one of the following operating systems. Windows® XP Home Edition (SP1 or later) Windows® XP Professional (32-bit, SP1 or later) Windows Vista® (32-bit, SP1 or later) Windows® 7 (32-bit, 64-bit) Mac OS 10.4, Mac OS 10.5, Mac OS 10.6, Mac OS 10.7 u ClassPad Operation (1) Turn off the ClassPad.
2-2-4 Connecting the ClassPad to Another Device Connecting to a Projector (USB) Use the procedure below to connect ClassPad to a CASIO projector.
2-3-1 Configuring Communication Parameters 2-3 Configuring Communication Parameters Before trying to transfer data with the ClassPad, you should perform the procedures described in this section to configure its data communication parameters. u ClassPad Operation (1) On the application menu, tap B. • This starts the Communication application and displays a window that shows its current communication parameter settings. (2) Tap [Setup] and then [Open Setup Menu].
2-3-2 Configuring Communication Parameters u Speed (3Pin) To specify this data rate for 3-pin communication: 9600 bps 38400 bps 115200 bps Select this setting: 9600 bps 38400 bps 115200 bps* The above setting specifies the data rate when connected to another ClassPad, or a Data Analyzer. Note that you must set the data rate (baud rate) for both the ClassPad and the connected device so they are identical.
2-4-1 Transferring Data to Another ClassPad Unit 2-4 Transferring Data to Another ClassPad Unit This section details the steps you should perform in order to transfer data from one ClassPad unit to another. u ClassPad Operation (1) Use the procedure under “Connecting to Another ClassPad Unit” on page 2-2-1 to connect the two units. (2) Use the procedure under “2-3 Configuring Communication Parameters” to configure the parameters of the two units as shown below.
2-4-2 Transferring Data to Another ClassPad Unit Sender (6) In response to the confirmation message that appears, tap [OK] to send the data or [Cancel] to cancel the send operation. • Sender Tapping [OK] sends the data you selected in step (4). • Receiver If the receiving device has wakeup enabled, it automatically starts receiving the data. Sender (7) The message “Complete!” appears to let you know when the send operation is finished. Tap [OK]. • This returns to the Select Data dialog box.
2-4-3 Transferring Data to Another ClassPad Unit Selecting Data for Transfer Perform the following steps on the sending device to select the data you want to send in step (3) of the procedure on page 2-4-1. u ClassPad Operation (1) In the Communication application, tap [Link] and then [Transmit], or tap E to display the Select Data dialog box. • A list that shows user folders and the “main” folder appears first.
2-4-4 Transferring Data to Another ClassPad Unit Data Folder List Tap “Presystm” to highlight it, and then tap it again. This lists the variables contained in the “Presystm” folder. eActivity Folder List Tap “e-Act2”. This lists the data contained in the “e-Act2” folder. • To return to the folder list from a list of folder contents, tap I in the lower left corner of the window.
2-4-5 Transferring Data to Another ClassPad Unit Sending a Screenshot of the Current Display Contents Use the following procedure to send the current display contents of your ClassPad to another ClassPad unit. Important! Screenshot transfer is disabled when either of the following conditions exists.
2-4-6 Transferring Data to Another ClassPad Unit Communication Standby The ClassPad enters “communication standby” when you perform a send or receive operation. While in communication standby, the ClassPad waits for the other unit to send data, or for it to get ready to receive data. The following describes how communication standby affects certain ClassPad operations. • Auto Power Off (Getting Ready — 1-7 Configuring Power Properties) becomes disabled. • ClassPad power cannot be turned off.
2-5-1 Transferring Data between ClassPad and a Computer 2-5 Transferring Data between ClassPad and a Computer Establishing a USB connection between ClassPad and a computer will cause the computer to recognize the ClassPad’s mass storage area as a USB Flash Drive. After a connection is established, data can be transferred between ClassPad and computer using computer operations only.
2-5-2 Transferring Data between ClassPad and a Computer u To terminate the connection between the ClassPad and a computer (1) If the ClassPad is connected to a Windows computer, note the drive letter (E, F, G, etc.) assigned to the ClassPad drive. (2) Depending on the type of operating system your computer is running, perform one of the following operations. • Windows: Click the “Safely Remove Hardware” icon in the toolbar in the lower right corner of the display.
2-5-3 Transferring Data between ClassPad and a Computer k Transferring Data This section explains data transfer operations while the ClassPad drive is open on a computer. u To transfer data between ClassPad and a computer (1) Establish a connection between the ClassPad and computer, and then open the ClassPad drive on the computer. • For details about how to establish a connection, see “To establish a connection between the ClassPad and a computer” (page 2-5-1).
2-5-4 Transferring Data between ClassPad and a Computer k Auto Import of VCP Files When you terminate a USB connection, ClassPad automatically imports a VCP file currently in the AutoImport folder. • VCP File Import .... Only one VCP file inside the top level of the AutoImport folder is imported to main memory and the eActivity area. Existing data is overwritten and new data is added. If there are multiple VCP files in the AutoImport folder, you need to select the one to be imported manually.
2-5-5 Transferring Data between ClassPad and a Computer k Installing Add-In Files Add-in files can be installed on ClassPad to give it additional functions. The following are the types of add-in files that are available. • Add-in applications (.c1a): Installing this type of add-in displays the application in the application menu. • Add-in language (.lng): Installing this type of add-in adds the applicable language to the Language dialog box for selection.
2-5-6 Transferring Data between ClassPad and a Computer k Error Messages Error Message Description Insufficient Storage Memory Insufficient available capacity in the mass storage area. Insufficient Memory Insufficient capacity in main memory or the eActivity area during import. Invalid Data Type You are attempting to import an invalid file type. File System ERROR A file system error occurred.
2-6-1 VCP and XCP File Operations 2-6 VCP and XCP File Operations When saving ClassPad eActivity data or program data for storage on a computer or in the ClassPad mass storage area, you need to convert it to a VCP file or XCP file. VCP files and XCP files can be imported later to ClassPad from a computer or the ClassPad mass storage area when required. • Use VCP (***.vcp) file format when you want to batch store and later import all of the ClassPad’s files and data. • Use XCP (***.
2-6-2 VCP and XCP File Operations (3) Tap [Save As]. • This displays a file specification dialog box like the one shown below. (4) Enter the file name and then tap [Save]. • The dialog box shown below appears after save is complete. (5) Tap [OK]. u To open a VCP file (1) On the icon panel, tap m to display the application menu. (2) Tap at the top left of the application menu. • This opens a menu of setting options.
2-6-3 VCP and XCP File Operations (3) Tap [Open]. • This causes a file specification dialog box to appear. It shows the VCP files in the mass storage area. (4) Select the VCP file you want to open and then tap [Open]. • This displays the dialog box shown below. 1 2 (5) Select the file import option you want and then tap [OK]. 1 Deletes all data in the main memory and eActivity area and import the file.
2-6-4 VCP and XCP File Operations 2 Overwrites existing data as necessary and imports non-existent data as new data. • The dialog box shown below will appear when file import is complete. (6) Tap [OK]. u Resetting the ClassPad Main Memory and eActivity Area (1) On the icon panel, tap m to display the application menu. (2) Tap at the top left of the application menu. • This opens a menu of setting options. (3) Tap [New]. • This displays the dialog box shown below. (4) Tap [OK].
2-6-5 VCP and XCP File Operations k Importing and Exporting XCP Files The following explains the three file operations available for XCP files. View Storage & Import ... Imports a XCP file stored in the mass storage area into the main memory or eActivity area. Export Variables ............ Variable data in main memory is converted to an XCP file. Export eActivities ........... eActivity data in the eActivity area is converted to an XCP file.
2-6-6 VCP and XCP File Operations (2) Select “View Storage & Import” and then tap [Select]. • This displays a file selection dialog box. It shows the folders and XCP files in the mass storage area. (3) Select the XCP file you want to import and then tap [Import]. • This displays a dialog box like the one shown below. The contents of the dialog box depend on the type of file (Variable or eActivity) you are importing. Variable eActivity (4) Select the import destination folder you want and then tap [OK].
2-6-7 VCP and XCP File Operations u To export Variable data (1) On the application menu, tap Y. • This starts up the System application and displays the [Storage] sheet. (2) Select “Export Variables” and then tap [Select]. • This displays a dialog box for selecting a folder. (3) Select the folder or Variable you want to export. • The selection operation is the same as that for Variable Manager. For details, see “1-8 Using the Variable Manager” in the separate Software User’s Guide. (4) Tap [Export].
2-6-8 VCP and XCP File Operations (5) Select the export destination folder you want and then tap [OK]. • The dialog box shown below will appear when export is complete. (6) Tap [OK]. u To export eActivity data (1) On the application menu, tap Y. • This starts up the System application and displays the [Storage] sheet. (2) Select “Export eActivities” and then tap [Select]. • This displays the eActivity data selection dialog box. (3) Select the folder or eActivity you want to export.
2-6-9 VCP and XCP File Operations k Error Messages VCP File Save As/Open/New Error Message Insufficient Storage Memory Insufficient Memory Too Many eActivity Files Exceeds Maximum Number of Folders Invalid Data Type Description Insufficient mass storage area memory during file creation. Insufficient main memory or eActivity area memory during the Open process. Number of eActivity files exceeded the allowable maximum during the Open process.
2-7-1 Projecting ClassPad Screen Contents from a Projector 2-7 Projecting ClassPad Screen Contents from a Projector You can connect ClassPad to a CASIO projector and project its screen contents. k To project ClassPad screen contents from a projector (1) Use the procedure under “Connecting to a Projector (USB)” (page 2-2-4) to connect ClassPad to a projector. • ClassPad will turn on automatically and the Select Connection Mode screen will appear. (2) Tap [Projector].
2-7-2 Projecting ClassPad Screen Contents from a Projector k Precautions when Connecting • An hourglass figure may remain projected on the screen after you connect the ClassPad to a projector. Also, changing to another screen while a graph is being drawn or while a Program application program is running could possibly result in the projected screen being different from the ClassPad screen. If this happens, performing some operation on the ClassPad will restore normal display.
α Appendix 1 Resetting and Initializing the ClassPad 2 Deleting an Application 3 Power Supply 4 Number of Digits and Precision 5 Specifications 20110901
α -1-1 Resetting and Initializing the ClassPad 1 Resetting and Initializing the ClassPad The memory of your ClassPad is divided into four parts: main memory, a mass storage area for storing data, an eActivity area, and a RAM area for executing various calculations and operations. Reset and initialize restore normal ClassPad operation after some problem occurs. RAM Reset Perform RAM reset when the ClassPad freezes up or otherwise fails to perform as expected for some reason.
α -1-2 Resetting and Initializing the ClassPad k Performing the RAM Reset Operation You should perform the RAM reset operation whenever your ClassPad freezes up or when it begins to operate abnormally for some reason. The RAM reset operation should restore normal ClassPad operation. Important! • The RAM reset operation deletes all data that is temporarily stored in ClassPad RAM.
α -2-1 Deleting an Application 2 Deleting an Application You can delete an add-in application by deleting it from the application menu or by using the [Add-In App.] Memory Usage sheet of the System application as described in Chapter 16 in the separate Software User’s Guide. The following procedure shows how to delete an add-in application from the application menu only. For information about using the System application’s [Add-In App.] tab, see Chapter 16 in the separate Software User’s Guide.
α -3-1 Power Supply 3 Power Supply Your ClassPad is powered by four AAA-size batteries LR03 (AM4), or four nickel-metal hydride batteries. The battery level indicator is displayed in the status bar. ........................ full ........................ medium ........................ low Important! • Be sure to replace batteries as soon as possible whenever the battery level indicator shows (medium). (low).
α -4-1 Number of Digits and Precision 4 Number of Digits and Precision k Number of Digits Standard Mode The following applies when the check box next to the “Decimal Calculation” item on the Basic Format dialog box is not selected. • Up to 611 digits are stored in memory for integer values. • Decimal values up to 15 digits are converted to fraction format and saved in memory. When a mathematical expression cannot be converted to fraction format, the result is displayed in decimal format.
α -5-1 Specifications 5 Specifications Calculation range: ±1 × 10–999 to ±9.999999999 × 10999 and 0. Internal operations use 15-digit mantissa. Exponential display range: Normal 1: 10–2 > |x|, |x| > 1010 Normal 2: 10–9 > |x|, |x| > 1010 Program capacity: 515000 bytes (max.) Power supply: Four AAA-size batteries LR03 (AM4), or four nickel-metal hydride batteries Power consumption: 0.
α -5-2 Specifications Data Communication Port: 3-pin data communication port 4-pin mini USB port Method: Start-stop (asynchronous), full-duplex Transmission speed (BPS): 115200/38400/9600 bits/second (normal) 38400 bits/second (Send38k/Receive38k) Parity: None Bit length: 8 bits Stop bit: Send38k: 2 bits Receive38k: 1 bit Flow control: X ON 20110901
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