Texas Instruments TI-InnovatorHub User manual

TI-Innovator™ Hub with

TI LaunchPad™ Board

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Learning More with the TI-Innovator™ Technology eGuide

Parts of this document refer you to the TI-Innovator™ Technology eGuide for more

details. The eGuide is a Web-based source of TI-Innovator™ information, including:

• Programming with the TI CE Family of Graphing Calculators and

TI-Nspire™Technology, including sample programs.

• Available I/O Modules and their commands.

• Available breadboard components and their commands.

• Available TI-RGB Array and its commands.

• Available TI-Innovator™ Rover and its commands.

• Link to update the TI-Innovator™ Sketch software.

• Free classroom activities for TI-Innovator™Hub.

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Contents

TI-Innovator™ Hub Overview 1

Learn More 1

What's in the Box 2

TI-Innovator™Hub with On-Board Components 2

Built-in Ports 2

USB Cables 3

Auxiliary Power 3

Connecting TI-Innovator™Hub 3

Connecting to a Graphing Calculator 4

Connecting to a Computer Running TI-Nspire™CX Software 5

Updating the Hub Software 5

What is the TI-Innovator™ sketch? 5

Do I need to update the sketch on the TI-Innovator™ Hub? 5

What is the latest version of the sketch? 6

Why would I update the sketch? 6

How do I load the sketch on the TI-Innovator™ Hub? 6

Can I update multiple TI-Innovator Hubs at the same time? 6

Can the sketch that comes on the TI-Innovator™ Hub be edited to add

functionality but still work with the TI calculator? Is the sketch open source? 6

Hub Programming on TI CE Graphing Calculator 7

Code Examples: TI CE Graphing Calculator 7

Sample Program to Blink an On-Board LED 7

How to Create and Execute a Program 8

Using the Hub Menu to Build Commands 9

Tips for Coding with TI CE Graphing Calculator 10

Learn More 11

TI-Innovator™ Hub App for the TI CE Graphing Calculator(s) 12

Hub Programming on TI-Nspire™CX Technology 15

Code Examples: TI-Nspire™CX Technology 15

Sample Program to Blink an On-Board LED 15

How to Create and Execute a Program 16

Using the Hub Menu to Build Commands 17

Tips for Coding with TI-Nspire™CX Technology 18

Learn More 19

TI-Innovator™ I/O Modules 20

Connecting an I/O Module 22

Sample Program to Blink an LED Module 22

Learn More 22

TI-Innovator™ Breadboard Pack 24

Addressable Components 24

Sample Code to Blink a Breadboard LED 25

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Breadboard Basics 26

Learn More 27

Using an Auxiliary Power Source 27

Connecting the Power Source 28

TI-Innovator™ Hub Troubleshooting 29

TI-RGB Array 31

What is TI-RGB Array? 31

TI-RGB Array – Industrial design and markings 31

Requirements for TI-RGB Array: 32

Connecting the TI-RGB Array 32

Connect the TI-RGB Array to the TI-Innovator™ Hub 32

Connect the TI-Innovator™ Hub to a Graphing Calculator 33

Connecting TI-Innovator™Hub 33

Connecting to a Graphing Calculator 33

Connecting to a Computer Running TI-Nspire™CX Software 34

TI-RGB Array Commands 35

Prerequisite: Use the Send "Connect RGB" Command First 35

CONNECT RGB 35

SET RGB 36

SET RGB ALL 37

READ RGB 37

General Precautions 38

TI-RGB Array 38

General Precautions for the TI-Innovator™ Hub 38

TI-Innovator™Hub 38

Breadboard Connector on the Hub 38

Breadboard 38

I/O Modules 39

TI-Innovator™Rover 39

General Information 41

Online Help 41

Contact TI Support 41

Service and Warranty 41

TI-Innovator™ Hub Overview

The TI-Innovator™Hub lets you use your compatible TI graphing calculator or

TI-Nspire™CX computer software to control components, read sensors, and create

powerful learning experiences.

• You communicate with the Hub through TI Basic programming commands.

• Hosts that are compatible with TI-Innovator™Hub include:

- TI CE Family of Graphing Calculators (TI-83 Premium CE, TI-84 Plus CE, and

TI-84 Plus CE-T) with operating system version 5.3 or later installed. You also

need to install or update the Hub App, which contains the Hub menu.

- TI Nspire™ CX or TI Nspire™ CX CAS handheld with operating system version 4.5

or later installed

- TI Nspire™ computer software version 4.5 or later

•TI-Innovator™Hub. Communicates with the host, the Hub on-board components,

and connected external components. It also distributes power to external

components.

•TI-Innovator™ Components. These components, sold separately, include sensors,

motors, and LEDs that connect to the Hub through its I/O ports and breadboard

connector.

Learn More

For a list of precautions to take while using the Hub and its components, refer to

General Precautions (page 38).

To find information on accessories, external modules, and breadboard components,

visit education.ti.com/go/innovator.

What's in the Box

TI-Innovator™Hub with On-Board

Components

ÀA Light Brightness Sensor at the bottom

of the Hub can be read as

"BRIGHTNESS" in Hub command strings.

ÁRed LED is addressable as "LIGHT" in

Hub command strings.

ÂSpeaker (at back of Hub, not shown) is

addressable as "SOUND" in Hub

command strings.

ÃRed-Green-Blue LED is addressable as

"COLOR" in Hub command strings.

Also visible on the face of the Hub are:

AGreen auxiliary power LED

BGreen power LED,

CRed error LED.

Built-in Ports

Left side-Three ports for collecting data or status

from input modules:

•IN1 and IN2 provide 3.3V power.

•IN3 provides 5V power.

Right side-Three ports for controlling output

modules:

•OUT1 and OUT2 provide 3.3V power.

•OUT3 provides 5V power.

Bottom-Light Brightness Sensor (described earlier)

and two ports:

•I2Cport connects to peripherals that use the I2C

communication protocol.

•DATAMini-B port, used with the appropriate

cable, connects to a compatible graphing

calculator or computer for data and power.

Top-Two connectors:

• USB-Micro connector (PWR) for auxiliary power

required by some components. Also used for

updating the Hub internal software.

• Breadboard Connector with 20 labeled pins for

communication with connected components. A

breadboard and jumper cables are included with

the TI-Innovator™ Breadboard Pack, sold

separately.

USB Cables

ÀUSB Unit-to-Unit (Mini-A to Mini-B)-Connects the Hub to a TI CE Graphing

Calculator or a TI-Nspire™CX Handheld.

ÁUSB Standard A to Mini-B-Connects the Hub to a computer running

TI-Nspire™CXSoftware.

ÂUSB Standard A to Micro-Connects the PWR port of the Hub to a TI approved

power source required by some peripherals.

Auxiliary Power

TIWallCharger - Supplies power through the

TI-Innovator™Hub for components, such as motors,

that require additional power.

The optional External Battery Pack can also provide

auxiliary power.

Note: An auxiliary power LED on the Hub indicates

when the Hub is receiving auxiliary power.

Connecting TI-Innovator™Hub

The TI-Innovator™Hub connects by a USB cable to a graphing calculator or computer.

The connection lets the Hub receive power and exchange data with the host.

Note: Some peripherals, such as motors, may require auxiliary power. For more

information, see Using an Auxiliary Power Source (page 27).

Connecting to a Graphing Calculator

1. Identify the "B" connector on the USB Unit-to-Unit (Mini-A

to Mini-B) cable. Each end of this cable is embossed with

a letter.

2. Insert the "B" connector into the DATA port at the bottom

of the TI-Innovator™Hub.

3. Insert the free end of the cable (the "A" connector) into the USB port on the

calculator.

Hub connected to

TI CE Graphing Calculator

Hub connected to

TI-Nspire™CX Handheld

4. Turn on the calculator if it is not already on.

The power LED on the Hub glows green to show that it is receiving power.

Connecting to a Computer Running TI-Nspire™CX Software

1. Identify the "B" connector on

the USB Standard A to Mini-B

cable for Windows®/Mac®.

Each end of this cable is

embossed with a letter.

2. Insert the "B" connector into

the DATA port at the bottom

of the TI-Innovator™Hub.

3. Insert the free end of the

cable (the "A" connector) into

a USB port on the computer.

The power LED on the Hub

glows green to show that it is

receiving power.

Updating the Hub Software

The TI-Innovator™Hub contains software, TI-Innovator™ Sketch, that interprets Hub

commands and communicates with on-board devices and connected modules. A Web-

based tool lets you update the Sketch. Updated versions contain bug fixes and ensure

that your TI-Innovator™Hub can communicate with the latest components.

To obtain the latest version of the TI-Innovator™ Sketch go to the following site:

https://education.ti.com/go/innovator

Questions About the Hub Software

What is the TI-Innovator™ sketch?

The ‘sketch’ is the software on the TI-Innovator™ Hub that communicates with the

graphing calculator, processes the commands, and controls the external components.

Do I need to update the sketch on the TI-Innovator™ Hub?

For best results always use the latest version of TI-Innovator™ sketch. To stay informed

on any updates to the TI-Innovator™ Hub, make sure you register your product at

education.ti.com/register or check the TI-Innovator™ website at

education.ti.com/go/innovator.

What is the latest version of the sketch?

For best results always use the latest version of TI-Innovator sketch. You can always

find the latest version of the sketch at education.ti.com/go/innovator.

Why would I update the sketch?

There are a couple of different reasons to upgrade the sketch.

1. To get the latest version from TI that may include new functionality.

2. To restore the TI sketch after loading a custom sketch – This is only needed by

advanced users who use an alternative sketch.

How do I load the sketch on the TI-Innovator™ Hub?

The sketch can be updated through the TI-Innovator Hub Update Software. This

software is a free download on the TI website.

Can I update multiple TI-Innovator Hubs at the same time?

The TI-Innovator Hub Update Software only allows updating a single Hub at a time.

However, the application is designed to allow you to update multiple Hubs without

having to re-launch the software.

Can the sketch that comes on the TI-Innovator™ Hub be edited to add functionality but

still work with the TI calculator? Is the sketch open source?

The code for sketch that is loaded on the TI-Innovator™ has not been published for

others to modify or edit. To maintain compatibility between the TI-Innovator™ Hub and

TI calculator products, only use the officially published sketch for TI-Innovator™ Hub.

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