Texas Instruments CBL 2 User Manual

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© 2003 Texas Instruments Incorporated.
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Collecting data using the CBL 2
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To use the CBL 2 data collection system for the first time and use the 
temperature probe to collect data:
1.
Insert batteries in the CBL 2. 
2.
Connect the CBL 2 to the TI-73 Explorer™ using the unit-to-unit 
cable.
Note:
 You can also use the cradle. (For instructions, see the diagram 
on the cradle, or see Getting Started With the CBL 2.)
3.
To delete the DataMate programs prior to installing the DataMate 
App, reset the memory on your TI-73 Explorer. (See “Resetting 
memory and defaults” on page 31.)
Note:
 Before downloading the DataMate App, ensure that your 
TI-73 Explorer has at least 3 App spaces available. (See “3:Check APPs 
- Ÿ” on page 31.) If
 not, consider saving an existing App to your 
computer and then deleting it from your handheld to increase the 
amount of free space available.  
4.
Put the TI-73 Explorer in Receive mode.
a.
Press 
Œ. 
Link
 is highlighted.
b.
Press b.
c.
Press " to select RECEIVE.
d.
Press b.
5.
Press TRANSFER on the CBL 2. The CBL 2 detects the type of handheld 
device connected and sends the specified version of the DataMate 
App. 
Note:
 The DataMate App controls the CBL 2 and its data collection.
6.
Plug in the stainless steel temperature sensor to CBL2 channel 1 
(CH1).
7.
Run the DataMate App.
a.
Press 
Œ.
b.
Press 
† or $ to select DATAMATE, and then press b.
The DataMate App automatically identifies the Stainless Steel 
Temperature sensor, loads its calibration factors, and displays the 
name of the sensor and temperature in degrees C. DataMate also 
loads a default temperature experiment.
8.
To start collecting data with the default experiment, hold the 
temperature sensor in your hand and press 
2:START
.