Data Collection
The Vernier DataQuest™ application is built into the TI-Nspire™ software and the operating system (OS) for handhelds. The application lets you:
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Capture, view, and analyze real-world data using a TI-Nspire™ CX II handheld, a Windows® computer, or a Mac® computer. |
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Collect data from up to five connected sensors (three analog and two digital) using the TI-Nspire™ Lab Cradle. |
Important: The TI-Nspire™ CM-C Handheld is not compatible with the Lab Cradle and only supports the use of a single sensor at a time.
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Collect data either in the classroom or at remote locations using collection modes such as time-based or event-based. |
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Collect several data runs for comparison. |
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Create a graphical hypothesis using the Draw Prediction feature. |
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Play back the data set to compare the outcome to the hypothesis. |
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Analyze data using functions such as interpolation, tangential rate, or modeling. |
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Send collected data to other TI-Nspire™ applications. |
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Access sensor data from all connected sensor probes through your TI-Basic program. |
Adding a Vernier DataQuest™ Page
Note: The application is launched automatically when you connect a sensor.
Starting a new document or problem for each new experiment ensures that the Vernier DataQuest™ application is set to its default values.
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To start a new document containing a data collection page: |
From the main menu, click , and then click .
Handheld: Press c, and select 
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To insert a new problem with a data collection page into an existing document: |
From the toolbar, click .
Handheld: Press ~ and select .
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Vernier DataQuest™ Menu. Contains menu items for setup, collection, and analysis of sensor data.
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Details view. Contains buttons for starting data collection  , changing collection settings  , marking collected data  , storing data sets  , and tabs for managing multiple data runs.
View selection buttons let you choose from Meter view  , Graph view  , or Table view  .
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Data work area. The information displayed here depends on the view.
Meter. Displays a list of sensors that are currently connected or set up in advance.
Graph. Displays collected data in a graphical representation, or displays the prediction before a data collection run.
Table. Displays collected data in columns and rows.
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