Connecting TI‑Innovator™ Hub

The TI‑Innovator™ Hub connects by a USB cable to a graphing calculator or computer. The connection lets the Hub receive power and exchange data with the host.

Note: Some peripherals, such as motors, may require auxiliary power. For more information, see Using an Auxiliary Power Source (here).

Connecting to a Graphing Calculator

1. Identify the "B" connector on the USB Unit‑to‑Unit (Mini‑A to Mini‑B) cable. Each end of this cable is embossed with a letter.
2. Insert the "B" connector into the DATA port at the bottom of the TI‑Innovator™ Hub.

3. Insert the free end of the cable (the "A" connector) into the USB port on the calculator.


Hub connected to
TI CE Graphing Calculator


Hub connected to
TI‑Nspire™ CX Handheld
4. Turn on the calculator if it is not already on.

The power LED on the Hub glows green to show that it is receiving power.

Connecting to a Computer Running TI‑Nspire™ CX Software

1. Identify the "B" connector on the USB Standard A to Mini‑B cable for Windows®/Mac®. Each end of this cable is embossed with a letter.
2. Insert the "B" connector into the DATA port at the bottom of the TI‑Innovator™ Hub.

3. Insert the free end of the cable (the "A" connector) into a USB port on the computer.

The power LED on the Hub glows green to show that it is receiving power.