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CBR 2™

The CBR 2™ motion sensor is TI's answer to an easy, affordable data collection device! Designed for teachers who want their students to collect and analyze real-world motion data, such as distance, velocity and acceleration. Great for algebra through calculus and statistics, physical science and physics.

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Key features

CBR™ 2 device capabilities and highlights:
  • Pivoting sensor head for easy positioning (measure distance, velocity and acceleration — up to 50 samples per second)
  • USB connectivity to the TI-Nspire™ CX II family of graphing calculators, TI-Nspire™ CX software, and TI-84 Plus family graphing calculators
  • Record data from 15 cm (5.9 in.) to 6 m (19.7 ft.)
  • Sensitivity switch for normal and track modes
  • Use with dynamic tracks, coffee filters, graph match, ball-toss and other activities
  • Quick Real-time graphing
Compatible with the following calculators:
  • TI-84 Plus family graphing calculators
  • TI-Nspire™ CX II family of graphing calculators
CBR™ 2 system includes:
  • CBR™ 2 sonic motion detector
  • USB CBR™ 2 calculator cable (for use with TI-84 Plus family and TI-Nspire™ CX II graphing calculators)
  • Four AA batteries

Getting started with
the CBR™ 2 system

USB plug-and-collect

The CBR™ 2 motion sensor plugs into TI-Nspire™ CX II and TI-84 Plus families of graphing calculators using the USB CBR-to-calculator cable.


TI-Nspire™ CX II graphing calculator family

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Using the CBR™ 2 system and the Vernier DataQuest™ App for TI-Nspire™ technology, students can kinesthetically explore motion and graphing with the Motion Match feature.

They simply plug in the CBR™ 2 device and watch the Vernier DataQuest® App launch automatically. Once they choose Motion Match, challenge your students to match the graph by walking back and forth using the CBR™ 2 device. Students enjoy changing their position and speed as they attempt to get the perfect match.





TI-84 Plus CE graphing calculator family

single-sensor-Walk-the-Graph-without-avatar_HH2 Students can also begin collecting data immediately using their TI-84 Plus graphing family calculator using the Vernier EasyData® App. The calculator will automatically launch the app and begin displaying the current distance reading. Also select from several easy-to-use activities that are built in.

CBR™ 2 device specifications

Built-in functionality

  • Pivoting sensor head (0o - 180o).
  • Measures object distance from 0.15 m - 6 m (5.9" - 19.7 ft).
  • Compute 1st and 2nd derivatives (velocity and acceleration) on collected distance data.
  • Rugged construction: designed to withstand classroom use.
  • Lightweight and comfortable hand-held operation.
  • Versatile mounting options with standard camera tripod mounting socket and removable multipurpose clamp which accommodates surfaces of 0" - 2" thickness.
  • Self-contained application programs are multipurpose and menu-driven, offering simplicity for the novice and flexibility for the accomplished user.
  • Status indicators: red/green visible; dual-tone audible (can be disabled).
  • Choice of units: feet or meters.
  • Variable sampling interval: .05 sec - 1500 sec.
  • Temperature compensation available for enhanced accuracy.
  • Real-time distance, velocity, and acceleration.
  • Data smoothing options: light; medium; heavy.
  • Triggering options: calculator ENTER key; CBR TRIGGER button; time delay.
  • "Repeat Sample" option uses existing parameters.
  • "Easy Sample" option quickly initiates a sample using default settings.
  • Operates detached from calculator after setup.
  • Input/output port for direct communication with TI-73 Explorer™, TI-82,TI-83, TI-83 Plus, TI-84 Plus, TI-84 Plus Silver Edition, TI-84 Plus C, TI-85, TI-86, TI-89, TI-92, and TI-92 Plus.
  • USB Port for direct communication TI-84 Plus, TI-84 Plus Silver Edition, TI-84 Plus C, TI-Nspire™, TI-Nspire™ CX
  • Send data and graphs from calculator to a computer via TI-GRAPH LINK™.
  • Operates as a CBL/MBL motion probe.
  • Operates with CBL (SONICchannel) programs.
  • User Guide with classroom-ready math/science activities for grades 4 through 12.

Hardware

  • Four AA batteries included.
  • Six-inch unit-to-unit link cable included.
  • CBL 2™ User Guide with classroom activities included.
  • TI Resource CD with Technical Reference included.
  • Size: 8.5 x 3.4 x 1.1 inches (L x W x H).
  • Weight: 8.3 ounces (without batteries).

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