Out of the Box: A QuickTime Streaming Video

Using the
CBL 2

DataMate Software

Downloading DataMate to Different Models of TI Calculators

Components and Sensors

CBL 2 Lab Prep

Additional Information

Links

Frequently Asked Questions

Welcome to Learning to Use the CBL 2

These skill development activities will introduce you to the use of the Calculator-Based Laboratories 2, a hand held device for the collection of data.

The CBL 2 comes with a temperature sensor, a light sensor and a voltage sensor, so you can begin using it the moment you receive it. In addition, batteries, a six inch link cable, and a "calculator cradle" are provided.

Graphics of the components and sensors which are packaged with the CBL 2 are linked on the left hand sidebar.

In addition to the sensors which are provided with the CBL 2, an updated cost and compatibility list is provided on the Vernier web site.

How is CBL 2 different from the CBL?

The "calculator cradle" is an improvement to the system, which allows the coupling of the CBL 2 and the graphing calculator together as a single unit. In addition, the built in software, DataMate, allows you to start collecting data immediately.

DataMate and the CBL 2

The software, which is packaged with the CBL 2 is called DataMate. It is a basic informational software which will be used to run the experiments using the CBL 2, a graphing calculator and a number of different sensors. When the CBL 2 is linked to a calculator, the CBL 2 automatically determines the model of the calculator which is attached and loads the appropriate version of DataMate.

How to Use the CBL 2

The CBL 2 is packaged in such a manner that it can be used within a few minutes of unpacking! As you work through "Using the CBL 2" you will see the ease and speed with which data can be collected.