InterWrite PRS Remote Clicker User’s Guide
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OVERVIEW Your PRS RF Clicker is part of the InterWrite PRS student response system. You will be using this RF Clicker in your classes to respond electronically to questions.
Input Keys Multiple Choice Option Keys 2-Line LCD Display Numeric Keypad Navigation Keys Minus Sign True/False Response Keys Decimal Point Power Switch Scroll Up Scroll Down Enter/Send Menu Key Cycle/Backspace
Clicker Key Quick Reference INPUT KEYS FUN CTION Numeric Keypad Enter numeric Responses and numbered Multiple Choice Questions Enter numeric values, i.e.
NAVIGATION KEYS FUNCTION Scroll Up, Scroll Down Scroll Up and Scroll Down in Setup Menu (watch for the Scroll through the alphabet when in Alpha Mode Enter/Send Saves input values, e.g.
BASIC OPERATION 1 Slide the Power Switch up to turn the RF Clicker on. Note that the initial screen displays the current battery level in the lower right corner of the LCD display. Your Clicker will then begin automatically scanning for a Class to join. or , if necessary, to your Class and 2 Scroll to join the Class. press You are now in Test Mode and ready to participate in a PRS Session, or 2 Press the Quick Jump number displayed on the board to quickly find your Class. Press to join the Class.
2 Press to stop the Autoscan and display the Setup Menu. SETUP MENU Use the Setup Menu to input your Student ID, set operational modes and select a Test Mode. Note the visual, navigation cues on the Setup Menu: Scroll or to view additional Setup options Press to view this Setup submenu Cycle through settings, or cycle through menu levels Entering Alpha Characters: 1 Press one of the letter keys (A through E, T, or F) to display that alpha character on the display.
Repeat these steps for each letter you want to input. Enter Student ID 1 2 3 If you are not in the Setup Menu, press . Scroll to ID: and press . Enter the numbers and letters of your Student ID, using the Number and Letter Keys on the keypad. Press to save your Student ID and return to the Main Setup Menu. Sleep Mode and AutoOff Both Sleep Mode and AutoOff are designed to extend battery life.
New Class Scan Homework Mode Select this Setup Menu option when you want join a to Class. When Autoscan has finished, scroll the the Class you want to join and press . This operational mode was designed to allow you to answer Questions offsite, save them and send them to the PRS Receiver when asked to do so. to display the Homework submenu, Press where you will find four options—New, Continue, End and Send. Diagnostics The Diagnostic information of most importance to you will probably be Battery Life.
• • Select End when you are ready to take a break, or when you have completed the Homework assignment. Select Send when your Instructor asks the class to turn in their Homework assignments. Joining a Class Most of the time you will be using your PRS Clicker to electronically respond to Questions in the classroom. When you turn on your Clicker, it automatically begins scanning for active PRS RF Receivers. Each Receiver is broadcasting for its specific class.
True/False, Numeric, Series, and Short Answer. Question Types: • Multiple Choice Questions display a list of numbered or lettered Response options. • True/False Questions use the T and F buttons only. • Numeric Responses of up to 16 characters can include the Decimal Point and the Minus Sign. • Series Questions require you to put the Responses in some sort of order. • Short Answer Questions allow a Response of up to 16 characters.
Back of RF Clicker Screw Thumb Grip Battery Cover
REPLACING THE BATTERIES 1 2 3 4 5 On the back of the RF Clicker, remove the Screw holding the Battery Cover in place. Remove the Battery Cover by pushing down on the Thumb Grip and sliding it toward the bottom of the Clicker. Remove the old batteries and discard them following the proper disposal procedures. Insert three alkaline AAA batteries, positioning them properly to ensure the correct polarity. Slide the Battery Cover back into place and replace the Screw.
SPECIFICATIONS Dimensions: Weight: (without batteries) Power: Signal: Effective Distance: 2.25 x 4.25 x 1 inch (56 x 107 x 25 mm) 2 ounces (55 grams) Three AAA (1.5V) Alkaline Batteries* Infrared 21 yards (20 meters) minimum *Replace the batteries when ... Dana, these are the specs from the IR transmitter. I’m just using them as a ‘place holder’ for whatever specs pertain to the RF unit. Canada Industry Canada Class B emission compliance statement.
This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: 1 This device may not cause harmful interference, and 2 This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. Note: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits of a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC rules.
Declaration of Conformity The “CE“ mark on this device indicates compliance under the EMC 89// 336/EEC Directive. Declaration of conformity according to ISO/IEC Guide 22 and EN 45014 Manufacturer’s Name: GTCO CalComp,Inc. Manufacturer’s Address: 7125 Riverwood Drive Columbia,MD 21046 U.S.A.
European Union Emission Directive European Union WEEE Directive This product is in conformity with the protection requirements of EU Council Directive 89/366/ECC on the approximation of the laws of the Member States relating to electromagnetic compatibility. As the producer of the InterWrite Model 400 Pads, GTCO CalComp supports the objectives of the European Union WEEE Directive and is committed to ensuring ongoing compliance with the Directive.
Limited Warranty for InterWrite PRS Transmitter GTCO CalComp Corporation warrants this product to be free from defects in material and workmanship under the following terms. Complete and return the enclosed warranty registration card to ensure that your products are covered by this warranty. Coverage Parts and labor are warranted for one (1) year from the date of the first consumer purchase for the InterWrite PRS Transmitter. Technical Support Web-based Technical Support is available free of charge at: www.
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