Copyright: ©2003 Texas Instruments Incorporated
Citation: ©2003 Texas Instruments Incorporated, Dallas, TX, USA


TI DeviceExplorer Overview

Click TI DeviceExplorer to work with your device files. With TI DeviceExplorer and a TI device connected to your computer, you can

Copy device files to your computer

Copy computer files to a connected device

Move device files to your computer

Edit device files

Delete device files

Backup device files

Restore backed-up device files

Manage device date and time

Update the device's operating system

Refresh device files in the TI DeviceExplorer window

Note: In TI DeviceExplorer, copy and move have special cancel features.

See also the TI DeviceExplorer menu definitions.

Help version 1.2 © 2003 Texas Instruments Incorporated

TI DeviceExplorer 1.2 © 2003 Texas Instruments Incorporated


Menu definitions
TI DeviceExplorer menu definitions

The TI DeviceExplorer menus are listed below. Click the links to view the menu commands and their uses.

File menu

View menu

Tools menu

Actions menu

Help menu

© 2003 Texas Instruments Incorporated


Copy PC files to a connected device
Copying computer files to a connected device

To copy data, files, or programs from the computer to the device

1.	From the TI Connect™ home screen, click TI DeviceExplorer.

TI DeviceExplorer displays the contents of the connected device.

2.	Start Windows® Explorer by clicking Tools > Windows Explorer or clicking the Windows Explorer icon on the toolbar.

3.	Locate and highlight the file(s) you want to transfer from your computer.

4.	Click File > Send To.

5.	Select Connected TI Device.

6.	Select RAM or Archive.

See Rules for copying group files to RAM or Archive.

Cautions:

•	Do not unplug a USB cable during a transfer.

•	You can accidentally overwrite a file located on the connected device. If the file name of the application variable (AppVar) or third-party data type you are transferring to the device begins with a digit, and that file exists on the connected device, TI DeviceExplorer does not ask if you want to replace it, it simply replaces it.

•	On the TI-92 and Voyage™ 200 devices, it is possible to overwrite a file that is currently running on the device. Be sure that you close all Apps and files before transferring a file to a device.

Notes:

•	The TI-73, TI-83, and TI-92 devices do not have an Archive. All files sent to these devices are stored in RAM.

•	On the TI-89, TI-92, TI-92 Plus, and Voyage™ 200 devices, system data types can only exist in the main folder on the device.

Rules for copying group files to RAM or Archive

If you copy a group file to a device’s RAM, the software extracts the files from the group and saves each individual file in the device RAM.

If you copy a group file containing one file to a device’s Flash/Archive, the software extracts the file from the group and saves it as an individual file in device RAM.

If you copy a group file containing multiple files to the Flash/Archive of a TI-83 Plus or TI-83 Plus Silver Edition, the software saves the group intact (as a group) in the Flash/Archive.

© 2003 Texas Instruments Incorporated


Copy device files to the computer
Copying device files to the computer

To copy data, files, or programs from the device to the computer

1.	From the TI Connect™ home screen, click TI DeviceExplorer.

TI DeviceExplorer displays the contents of the connected device.

2.	Start Windows® Explorer by clicking Tools > Windows Explorer or clicking the Windows Explorer icon on the toolbar. You may want to reduce the size of the Windows Explorer window and the TI DeviceExplorer window. This can make it easier to transfer files.

3.	In the TI DeviceExplorer window, locate and highlight the file(s) you want to transfer from your device. You can transfer a single file, multiple files, or the entire device contents.

4.	Drag the highlighted file into Windows Explorer and drop it.

– or –

Click Actions > Copy to PC.

Caution: Do not unplug a USB cable during a transfer.

Notes:  Windows 95 and Windows NT may create a duplicate file when you copy a file to a location on your computer where it already exists.

© 2003 Texas Instruments Incorporated


Move device files to the computer
Moving device files to the computer

To move device files to the computer

1.	From the TI Connect™ home screen, click TI DeviceExplorer.

TI DeviceExplorer displays the contents of the connected device.

2.	In the TI DeviceExplorer window, locate and highlight the file(s) you want to move. You can move a single file or multiple files.

3.	Click Actions > Move to PC.

TI DeviceExplorer displays the Browse for Folder window.

4.	Select a target location for the file and click OK.

Caution: Do not unplug a USB cable during a transfer.

Notes:

•	You cannot move some system data types to the computer.

•	You may receive an Out of Memory error message if you transfer a large file from your device to your computer and then try to send it back to your device. This happens because the device was at its memory limit when the large file was saved.

© 2003 Texas Instruments Incorporated


Refresh
Refreshing content

To refresh the contents of the TI DeviceExplorer window, click the Refresh Icon or press F5 on the computer keyboard.

If you have switched the connected device to a different model, TI DeviceExplorer detects the new device and displays its directory.

© 2003 Texas Instruments Incorporated


Delete a device file
Deleting device files

To delete a device file

1.	In TI DeviceExplorer, locate the individual or group file you want to delete.

2.	Right-click the file and select Delete.

– or–

Click the file and click File > Delete.

Caution: TI DeviceExplorer does not display a warning message before it deletes the file. Be sure you have selected the correct file before you attempt a delete.

Note: You cannot delete, lock, unlock, or overwrite Archived variables or programs in TI DeviceExplorer. Perform these functions on the device.

© 2003 Texas Instruments Incorporated


Edit a device file
Editing device files

TI DeviceExplorer lets you edit device files by opening them in the application where you created them. You can edit List, Number, Matrix, and picture files.

To edit a device file

1.	In TI DeviceExplorer, select (highlight) the file you want to edit.

2.	Right-click the file and select Edit.

If you are editing a List, Number, or Matrix file, TI DeviceExplorer copies the file into TI DataEditor.

If you are editing a picture file, TI DeviceExplorer copies the file into TI ScreenCapture.

3.	Use the tools in the open application to edit the file.

Notes:

•	You can edit a locked Archived variable or program but you cannot send it back to the device with TI DeviceExplorer using the same file name.

•	You can only open one Matrix at a time. If you have one Matrix open and you try to open another Matrix using the steps above, TI DataEditor displays an error message.

Tip: When you save edited files, you can choose to send List, Number, and Matrix files back to the device.

© 2003 Texas Instruments Incorporated


Manage Device Date and Time
Managing device date and time

TI DeviceExplorer gives you the ability to use your computer to manage the date and time on connected TI-89, TI-92 Plus, and Voyage™ 200 devices. In TI DeviceExplorer, access the date and time function with the Date and Time icon on the toolbar or click Actions > Manage Clock. TI DeviceExplorer displays the Date and Time window. You can follow the steps below to set the date and time manually. You can perform the following actions independently, together, or in any combination.

Note: TI-89 and TI-92 Plus devices with a hardware version lower than 1.0 and an operating system less than 2.08 do not support this feature. If you do not know your hardware or operating system version, see determining the hardware and operating system version.

Tip: The quickest way to set the date and time is to simply sync the device with your computer. In the Date and Time window, click Sync with PC.

To set the date

Dates past the year 2100 must be set manually on the device. Dates prior to 1997 are not allowed.

1.	Click Actions > Manage Clock.

TI DeviceExplorer displays the Date and Time window.

2.	Click the single-arrow buttons to navigate to the month you want.

3.	Click the double-arrow buttons to navigate to the year you want.

4.	In the displayed calendar, click the day you want.

5.	Click Set.

To set the time

1.	Click Actions > Manage Clock.

TI DeviceExplorer displays the Date and Time window.

2.	Click the hour and either type the new hour or use the up/down arrows to select the hour you want.

3.	Click the minute and either type the new minute or use the up/down arrows to select the minute you want.

4.	Click the second and either type the new second or use the up/down arrows to select the second you want.

5.	Click the AM/PM designator and either type A or P or use the up/down arrows to select the designator you want.

6.	Click Set.

To set the display format

1.	Click Actions > Manage Clock.

TI DeviceExplorer displays the Date and Time window.

2.	In the Display Format section, select either the AM/PM or 24 hour clock display.

3.	From the drop down list, select the date format (for example, MM/DD/YY).

4.	Click Set.

To turn the clock on or off

1.	Click Actions > Manage Clock.

TI DeviceExplorer displays the Date and Time window.

2.	In the Clock is section, select either On or Off.

3.	Click Set.

© 2003 Texas Instruments Incorporated


Canceling transfers

You have two options for canceling a transfer. You can either cancel a transfer after the current item transfers or cancel a transfer immediately.

Note: These cancel options apply to canceling a copy, move, or send.

To cancel a transfer after the current item transfers

Click Cancel. The name on the cancel button changes from Cancel to Cancel Now, and the transfer continues until the current item completes its transfer.

To cancel a transfer immediately

1.	Click Cancel.

The name on the cancel button changes from Cancel to Cancel Now.

2.	Click Cancel Now.

The transfer ends immediately.

© 2003 Texas Instruments Incorporated


Using OS Downloader
Updating device operating systems using TI OS Downloader

In TI DeviceExplorer, you can use TI OS Downloader to download operating systems from your computer to your device. This updating method is especially useful when you are having trouble downloading an operating system using other available methods (for example, drag-and-drop or Updates).

There are two sets of instructions below. The first set describes updating the TI-73, TI-83 Plus, and TI-83 Plus Silver Edition devices. The second set describes updating the TI-89, TI-92 Plus, and Voyage™ 200 devices.

Caution: Do not unplug a USB cable during a download.

Tip: To get the latest operating system, use Updates on the TI Connect home screen.

To update your TI-73/TI-83 Plus/TI-83 Plus Silver Edition device operating system

Before you update your device operating system, make sure that your device is turned on and properly connected to your computer.

1.	From the TI Connect home screen, click TI DeviceExplorer.

The TI DeviceExplorer window opens.

2.	Backup your device files.

3.	Click Tools > TI OS Downloader.

The TI OSDownloader dialog box opens displaying the TI OS Downloader and TI Communication Settings fields.

4.	If the communication settings are incorrect, click the down arrow by each incorrect setting and select the correct setting from the drop-down list.

5.	Click Next.

The TI OSDownloader dialog box changes to display the Locate OS File and Ready to download fields.

6.	If the location of the OS File is incorrect, enter the location of the operating system or click Browse to locate and select the operating system.

7.	Turn off the connected device and then turn it on again.

8.	Click Start Download.

The Transferring window opens as TI OS Downloader downloads the operating system to the connected device. When the download finishes, the TI OSDownloader dialog box opens saying that the download is complete and TI OS Downloader will now close.

9.	Click OK.

10.	TI OS Downloader closes.

11.	Restore your device files to your device.

To update your TI-89/TI-92 Plus/ Voyage™ 200 device operating system

Before you update your device operating system, make sure that your device is turned on and properly connected to your computer.

1.	From the TI Connect home screen, click TI DeviceExplorer.

The TI DeviceExplorer window opens.

1.	Backup your device files.

2.	Click Tools > TI OS Downloader.

The TI OSDownloader dialog box opens displaying the TI OS Downloader and TI Communication Settings fields.

3.	If the communication settings are incorrect, click the down arrow by each incorrect setting and select the correct setting from the drop-down list.

4.	Click Next.

The TI OSDownloader dialog box changes to display the Locate OS File and Ready to download fields.

5.	If the location of the OS File is incorrect, enter the location of the operating system or click Browse to locate and select the operating system.

6.	Remove the batteries from your device and then re-install them.

7.	Turn on the device and press I.

8.	Click Start Download.

The Transferring window opens as TI OS Downloader downloads the operating system to the connected device. When the download finishes, the TI OSDownloader dialog box opens saying that the download is complete and TI OS Downloader will now close.

9.	Click OK.

TI OS Downloader closes.

10.	Restore your device files to your device.

© 2003 Texas Instruments Incorporated


Backing up device files

Before you back up your device files, make sure that your device is turned on and properly connected to your computer.

To backup your device files to your computer

1.	In TI DeviceExplorer, click Actions > Backup Device.

The Save As dialog box opens.

2.	Navigate to the location on your computer where you want to put the backup file.

3.	Enter a backup file name.

4.	Click Save.

The Transferring window opens as TI DeviceExplorer copies your files to your computer and saves them as a group file.

Caution: Do not unplug a USB cable during a transfer.

© 2003 Texas Instruments Incorporated


Restoring backed up device files
Restoring backed-up device files

Before you restore your backed-up device files, make sure that your device is turned on and properly connected to your computer.

To restore the backed-up files to your device

1.	In TI DeviceExplorer, click Actions > Restore.

The Open dialog box opens.

2.	Navigate to the location on your computer where you put the backup file.

3.	Click the backup file to select it.

4.	Click Open.

The Transferring window opens as TI DeviceExplorer copies your backed-up files to the connected device.

Caution: Do not unplug a USB cable during a transfer.

© 2003 Texas Instruments Incorporated


Determining the hardware version
Determining the hardware and operating system version

The following instructions tell how to determine the hardware and operating system version of a TI-89 or TI-92 Plus device.

To determine the hardware and operating system version

1.	On your device, press F1.

2.	Select A:About.

© 2003 Texas Instruments Incorporated


Actions menu

Copy to PC

Copies the selected folders/files to the computer.

Move to PC

Moves the selected folders/files to the computer. You cannot move Device Settings, Equations, or Flash/Archive Applications to the computer.

Backup Device

Creates a backup of the device files and stores those files on your computer.

Restore

Restores the backed-up files to the device.

Updates

Checks the TI Online Store for updates to the device operating system or installed applications.

Manage Clock

Displays the Date and Time window for managing the clock functions.

© 2003 Texas Instruments Incorporated


View menu

Refresh

Refreshes the displayed contents of the connected device. You can also press F5 on the keyboard to refresh the display.

Expand All

Opens all of the displayed folders to expose all of the device files.

Collapse All

Closes all of the displayed folders to hide all of the device files.

Toolbar

Hides or shows the TI DeviceExplorer toolbar.

Status Bar

Hides or shows the TI DeviceExplorer status bar.

Always On Top

Keeps the TI DeviceExplorer always on top of other applications. This can be handy when you are transferring files between TI DeviceExplorer and Windows® Explorer.

© 2003 Texas Instruments Incorporated


Tools menu

TI Connect Home

Displays the TI Connect™ home screen.

TI ScreenCapture

Starts the TI ScreenCapture application.

TI DataEditor

Starts the TI DataEditor application.

TI GroupExplorer

Starts the TI GroupExplorer application.

TI DeviceInformation

Starts the TI DeviceInformation application.

TI OS Downloader

Starts the TI OS Downloader application.

Windows Explorer

Starts Microsoft® Windows Explorer.

Options

Opens the Options window that lets you change your default options and communication settings.

© 2003 Texas Instruments Incorporated


Help menu

TI DeviceExplorer Help

Displays the TI DeviceExplorer Help.

About TI DeviceExplorer

Displays the TI DeviceExplorer About information.

© 2003 Texas Instruments Incorporated


File menu

Edit

Opens the selected file in TI DataEditor or TI ScreenCapture so you can edit it, depending on the device type and the file type.

Delete

Deletes the selected file, depending on the device type and the file type. You cannot delete an equation on the connected device with TI DeviceExplorer.

Exit

Closes TI DeviceExplorer.

© 2003 Texas Instruments Incorporated