Project the SPARK LXi2 Screen PASCO How Do I? 2023-06-07 | How do I cast the SPARK LXi2 screen to a larger display to make it viewable by a larger audience?We've had success with the Microsoft Display Adapter shown in the video, some Samsung TVs, and some Roku devices.
Export SPARKvue Data to a USB Flash Drive (SPARK LXi2) PASCO How Do I? 2023-06-07 | On the SPARK LXi2, how to I export my SPARKvue data to a USB flash drive for transfer to a computer device for analysis?SPARKvue exports just the data (no displays or analyses) as a CSV (comma-separated value) file, which is compatible with most other data analysis software, including Excel and Google Sheets.
Save a SPARKlab to a USB Flash Drive (SPARK LXi2) PASCO How Do I? 2023-06-07 | On the SPARK LXi2, how do I save my SPARKlab file to a USB flash drive for transfer to another computing device with SPARKvue?SPARKvue files use the extension .spklab, which can be opened on any computing device with SPARKvue installed.
Capture and Transfer a Screenshot (SPARK LXi2) PASCO How Do I? 2023-06-07 | On the SPARK LXi2, how do I capture a screenshot of my SPARKvue displays and copy that image to a USB flash drive?
e/m Apparatus with New Tube PASCO How Do I? 2023-04-20 | Here, I demonstrate how to setup and operate the e/m* Apparatus using the latest tube design.*electron charge to mass ratioProduct webpage:pasco.com/product/SE-9629
Improve a Poor Curve Fit (Capstone) PASCO How Do I? 2023-03-31 | How do I adjust the seed values of a curve fit in PASCO Capstone to improve the fit?This video was recorded with PASCO Capstone version 2.5.2 (released in December 2022).
Improve the Resolution of Time Analysis Tools (SPARKvue) PASCO How Do I? 2023-03-31 | How do I improve the displayed resolution of time measurements from analysis tools in SPARKvue?This video was recorded with SPARKvue version 4.8.4 (released December 2022).
Calibrate a Wireless Oxygen Gas Sensor (SPARKvue) PASCO How Do I? 2023-02-06 | How do I calibrate a Wireless Oxygen Gas Sensor (PS-3217) in SPARKvue software?Recorded with SPARKvue version 4.8.4 released December 20, 2022.
Edit a Video Analysis Tracking Point (Capstone) PASCO How Do I? 2022-12-14 | How to I delete or edit a video analysis tracking marker in PASCO Capstone?This video was recorded with PASCO Capstone version 2.5.2 (released in December 2022).
Create Custom Variable Error Bars (Capstone) PASCO How Do I? 2022-10-07 | How do I create custom error bars with varying values in a PASCO Capstone graph?The heights of these error bars can be defined by user-entered values or sensor measurements.Recorded with PASCO Capstone version 2.5.0 (released July 2022).
Improve Legibility of SPARKvue for Windows on High Resolution Monitors PASCO How Do I? 2022-10-07 | How do I improve the usability of SPARKvue on Windows computers with high DPI displays, where the text and images in SPARKvue can appear too small?Recorded with SPARKvue version 4.8.0 (released July 2022).
Export Data as .csv file with Data Streamer PASCO How Do I? 2022-10-04 | How do I export the data that I recorded in Data Streamer into a .csv file?
Saving and Exporting SPARKvue Labs and Data on Mobile App PASCO How Do I? 2022-08-25 | How do I save my SPARKlab? How do I export data from the SPARKvue mobile app for use in other programs, such as Excel? In this video, we walk you through the basic functions of the sharing data features on SPARKvue's mobile app. You will see how to save a SPARKlab internally, how to share a SPARKlab file, how to export data from a SPARKlab, and how to share data/graph images from a SPARKlab all from the mobile app.
Automatically Start or Stop Data Recording (SPARKvue) PASCO How Do I? 2022-07-30 | How do I configure SPARKvue's sampling options to automatically start or stop data collection based on a measurement or time condition?Recorded with SPARKvue version 4.8.0 (released July 2022).
Turn Off Constant Motion Sensor Clicking (SPARKvue) PASCO How Do I? 2022-07-20 | How do I stop the Motion Sensor from constantly clicking even when I'm not recording data from it in SPARKvue?Recorded with SPARKvue version 4.7.1 (released March 2022).
Restore a Wireless Sensors Factory Calibration (Capstone) PASCO How Do I? 2022-05-31 | How do I return a PASCO Wireless Sensor to its original factory calibration using PASCO Capstone software?Recorded with PASCO Capstone version 2.4.1 (released March 2022).
Restore a Wireless Sensors Factory Calibration (SPARKvue) PASCO How Do I? 2022-05-31 | How do I return a PASCO Wireless Sensor to its original factory calibration using SPARKvue software?Recording with SPARKvue version 4.7.1 (released March 2022).
Apply the Waterproof Sleeve to the Wireless CO2 Sensor PASCO How Do I? 2022-05-12 | How do I place the Waterproof Sleeve (PS-3545) on the Wireless CO2 Sensor (PS-3208) for making carbon dioxide measurements in soil or water?For more information:Dissolved CO2 Waterproof Sleeve: pasco.com/product/ps-3545Wireless CO2 Sensor: pasco.com/product/ps-3208
Change the Number of Decimal Places Displayed (Capstone) PASCO How Do I? 2022-05-12 | How do I change the number of decimal places shown for a measurement in PASCO Capstone?This video was created with PASCO Capstone version 2.4.1 (released March 2022).
Change the Number of Decimal Places Displayed (SPARKvue) PASCO How Do I? 2022-05-12 | How do I change the number of decimal places shown for a measurement in SPARKvue?This video was created with SPARKvue version 4.7.1 (released March 2022).
Use of Signal Generator in 550 within SPARKvue for LRC circuits PASCO How Do I? 2022-04-26 | How do I use the signal generator and the calculator within SPARKvue to show the frequency response of LRC circuits? This videos shows how to configure the 550 interface within SPARKvue and how to generate the displays and calculations to best show data from this type of experiment.
Use Greenhouse Code Library Functions PASCO How Do I? 2022-03-15 | See how to access the pre-built functions for your Greenhouse when you connect a //control.Node either to SPARKvue or Capstone. A demonstration of how to work with the Model Sunlight function is included.
Assemble the Greenhouse Sensor PASCO How Do I? 2022-03-15 | Tips on how to set up the Greenhouse Sensor components, how to connect them together, and how to place them in the greenhouse.
Control the Grow Light with Code (SPARKvue 4) PASCO How Do I? 2022-03-11 | Here's one way to use the //control.Node and Blockly code as an on/off switch for the Greenhouse Grow Light.
Include Prediction Data in a Calculation (Capstone) PASCO How Do I? 2022-03-09 | How do I incorporate prediction data from a graph into a calculation in PASCO Capstone?Recorded with PASCO Capstone version 2.4.1, released March 2022.
Assemble a Greenhouse Watering System PASCO How Do I? 2022-02-17 | Tips on how to assemble a watering system with the tubing, connectors, drip heads, stopper, and USB pump that come with the Greenhouse Sense and Control Kit (ST-2997).
Check That a Device Is Ready for Using Wireless Sensors (SPARKvue) PASCO How Do I? 2022-02-11 | How do I check that my computing device is ready for using Wireless Sensors with SPARKvue? To run this check, you'll need any PASCO Wireless Sensor and the SPARKvue application installed on your device.LINKSget SPARKvue: pasco.com/downloads/sparkvuetroubleshooting connection: pasco.com/support/knowledge-base/15contact Tech Support: pasco.com/support
The PASCO Smart Cart - A Physics Lab On Wheels PASCO How Do I? 2022-02-10 | Physics with the PASCO Smart CartSmart Cartpasco.com/product/me-1240 (Red)pasco.com/product/me-1241 (Blue)Smart Cart System Configuratorpasco.com/products/guides/dynamics-system-configuration
Ideal Gas Law and Boyles Law using PASCO Sensors PASCO How Do I? 2022-02-10 | Taking a look at the Ideal Gas Law using PASCO's wireless sensors.Ideal Gas Law Wireless Bundle (PS-3310)pasco.com/product/ps-3310Wireless Pressure Sensor (PS-3203pasco.com/product/ps-3203Wireless Temperature Sensor Link (PS-3222)pasco.com/product/ps-3222
PASCOs 850 Universal Interface as Function Generator and Oscilloscope PASCO How Do I? 2022-02-08 | We go over how to use the 850 Universal Interface (UI-5000) as a Function Generator and Oscilloscope with PASCO's Capstone software. This interface is very powerful and can replace other equipment used in electronics labs.850 Universal Interfacepasco.com/product/UI-5000LRC Circuit Experimentpasco.com/product/EX-5537
Basic Modular Circuits Overview PASCO How Do I? 2022-02-07 | Demonstrate how to setup simple circuits using the PASCO Basic Modular Circuits Kit (EM-3535)pasco.com/product/em-3535
LRC Circuit Phase Relationships with a PASCO 850 Interface PASCO How Do I? 2022-02-07 | A quick walkthrough on the procedures to determine phase relationships in an LRC circuit using a PASCO 850 Universal Interface (UI-5000). The explanation around 7:30 is confusing, you can skip to 8:30 to get the clear solution for that step.850 Universal Interfacepasco.com/product/ui-5000LRC Circuit Experimentpasco.com/product/ex-5537Need more help with PASCO Capstone? Please visit our online help at www.pasco.com/help/capstone
Create a Graph Matching Activity (SPARKvue) PASCO How Do I? 2022-01-31 | How do I create an activity in SPARKvue that allows students to develop their graph interpretation skills by manipulating a sensor measurement to match a provided curve?The free dedicated MatchGraph! application for Smart Carts and Motion Sensors is available frompasco.com/matchgraph
PASCO + Python: Working with the //code.Node & Managing Measurements PASCO How Do I? 2022-01-31 | 00:00 //code.Node4:08 Discover any sensor's measurements7:40 More code examplespasco.com/downloads/python
PASCO + Python: Reading Measurements from a Sensor PASCO How Do I? 2022-01-31 | 00:00 System requirements verification02:20 One Shot Read07:14 Get a measurement unitspasco.com/downloads/python
PASCO + Python: Windows Setup PASCO How Do I? 2022-01-31 | 00:00 Intro01:33 Install Python02:35 Install Visual Studio Code (VS Code)04:36 Running VS Code05:47 Python extension for VS Codepasco.com/downloads/python
Collect Quantitative User Data with Sensor Data (SPARKvue) PASCO How Do I? 2022-01-20 | This how do I covers three different methods of data collection when manual entry of typed quantitative data and sensor data is required. For example, such as in Boyles' Law.Method 1 - Quick startsMethod 2 - User templatesMethod 3 - Build New ExperimentNeed more help with SPARKvue 4? Please visit our online help at www.pasco.com/help/sparkvue.
Collect Both Categorical Data and Sensor Data (SPARKvue) PASCO How Do I? 2022-01-20 | How do I record categorical, or qualitative, user-entered data alongside sensor measurements in SPARKvue software.This video demonstrates how to configure SPARKvue with a table for data collection and a bar graph for visualization and how to record the data using a process called "manual sampling".Recorded using SPARKvue version 4.7.0, which was released in December 2021.
Change the Default Appearance of Data in Every Graph (Capstone) PASCO How Do I? 2022-01-14 | How do I set my desired default preferences for the visual appearance of data across all new graphs in PASCO Capstone?This can include setting data appearance options such as whether run symbols, connecting lines, error bars, or the data point themselves are visible.Recording with PASCO Capstone version 2.4.0, which was released in December 2021.
Change the Appearance of Data in a Graph (Capstone) PASCO How Do I? 2022-01-14 | How do I change the visual appearance of data in a specific PASCO Capstone graph?This can include setting data appearance options such as whether run symbols, connecting lines, or the data point themselves are visible, and also the visibility and type of error bars.Recorded with PASCO Capstone version 2.4.0, which was released in December 2021.
Trigger Recording Conditions in the Sensor for Burst Events (Capstone) PASCO How Do I? 2022-01-10 | How do I configure select sensors to send no data to PASCO Capstone until a specified measurement-based trigger condition is met?This "Trigger in the sensor" feature is available with specific PASCO Wireless Sensors that are often used to collect a burst of data at a high sample rate for a short-duration event:- Wireless Force Platform (PS-3229)- Wireless 2-Axis Force Platform (PS-3230)- Wireless Acceleration/Altimeter Sensor (PS-3223)Recorded with PASCO Capstone version 2.4.0 (released December 2021).
Interpret Spirometry Data (SPARKvue) PASCO How Do I? 2022-01-03 | How do I analyze and interpret data collected from a PASCO spirometer? Recorded with SPARKvue v4.6.Topics:Introduction [0:00]Drift in Data [0:30]TV: Tidal Volume [1:00]FVC: Forced Vital Capacity [1:50]FEV1: Forced Expiratory Volume in 1 second [2:10]FEV1:FVC Ratio [2:54]IC: Inspiratory Capacity [3:13]IRV Inspiratory Reserve Volume [3:27]ERV: Expiratory Reserve Volume [3:40]RV: (estimated) Residual Volume [3:55]FRV: (estimated) Functional Residual Volume [4:18]TLC: (estimated) Total Lung Capacity [4:30]Flow Volume Loop [4:55]Max Flow Rate [7:37]PEFR: Peak Expiratory Flow Rate [7:43]
Get Great Photosynthesis Data with the Wireless CO2 Sensor (SPARKvue) PASCO How Do I? 2021-11-16 | How do I get great photosynthesis data with the wireless CO2 sensor in SPARKvue? Learn how to prepare your sensor and spinach leaves for success before you start your photosynthesis investigation. Recorded with SPARKvue v4.6.Leaf preparation [0:00]Sensor warmup Part 1 – Get started [0:29]Calibration information [1:03]Leaf & light source selection [3:10]Sensor warmup Part 2 – Interpret data [4:05]Bottle or bag setup [4:50]Collect photosynthesis data [7:00]Strategies to increase rate [7:27]When to do an extended calibration [8:21]
Determine the Coordinates of Any Location on a Graph (Capstone) PASCO How Do I? 2021-10-21 | How do I determine the coordinates of any location on a PASCO Capstone graph, including interpolating between data points?Recorded with PASCO Capstone version 2.3.1, which was released in April 2021.
PASCO 3-Axis Gyroscope Setup and Demonstration PASCO How Do I? 2021-05-27 | Demonstration showing Nutations using PASCO's 3-Axis Demonstration Gyroscope (ME-8960)pasco.com/product/me-8960
Share a SPARKlab File on Mobile (SPARKvue) PASCO How Do I? 2021-04-30 | How do I quickly share my current SPARKvue file on a mobile device, such as phone or tablet?The Sharing button is available in SPARKvue on iPhones, iPads, Android phones, and Android tablets.This feature became available in SPARKvue version 4.6.0, released in April 2021.Need more help with SPARKvue? Please visit our online help at www.pasco.com/help/sparkvue.
Delay the Start of Remote Logging (SPARKvue) PASCO How Do I? 2021-04-30 | How do I postpone the start of remote data logging with a Wireless Sensor and SPARKvue? This is useful, for example, if you set up remote logging at a computer inside, but don't want to begin recording data on the sensor until you can bring it outside.This option was added to SPARKvue version 4.6.0, released in April 2021.Need more help with SPARKvue? Please visit our online help at www.pasco.com/help/sparkvue.
Tag Sensor Measurements with GPS Coordinates on a Phone (SPARKvue) PASCO How Do I? 2021-04-27 | How do I tag my sensor measurements with their GPS locations using the built-in GPS on my phone in SPARKvue?As of SPARKvue version 4.6.0 (released April 2021), access to a phone's built-in GPS sensor is available on both iPhones and Android phones.Need more help with SPARKvue? Please visit our online help at www.pasco.com/help/sparkvue.
Share Blockly Code between Files (Capstone) PASCO How Do I? 2021-04-23 | How do I transfer Blockly code from one PASCO Capstone file to another?This feature became available in Capstone version 2.3.0, released in April 2021.Need more help with PASCO Capstone? Please visit our online help at www.pasco.com/help/capstone
Share Blockly Code between Files (SPARKvue) PASCO How Do I? 2021-04-22 | How do I transfer Blockly code from one SPARKvue file to another?This feature became available in SPARKvue version 4.6.0, released in April 2021, but only on Windows, macOS, and Chromebook.Need more help with SPARKvue? Please visit our online help at www.pasco.com/help/sparkvue.
