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Xplorer GLX - PS-2002

Xplorer GLX - Designed for Science Education

Xplorer GLX

PS-2002

$34900

U.S. Educator Pricing

 

Overview

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  • Manuals
  • Accessories
  • Replacement Parts
  • Video: GLX Out of the Box
  • Video Series: Starting with the Xplorer GLX
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Xplorer GLX Graphing Datalogger

  • Large backlit LCD -- visible in both sunlight and low light
  • Stand-Alone or Computer Interface
  • 4 universal sensor ports -- use with over 60 PASPORT sensors
  • 4 built-in sensors (2 temperature, sound, voltage)
  • Collect Data in the Classroom or the Field
  • Graphs, tables, digits, and meter displays
  • Prints graphs and data directly to printers

The world's first graphing logger for science that truly stands alone . . . the Xplorer GLX captures, analyzes, annotates, stores and prints data quickly and seamlessly, without being connected to a computer. A science lab wherever you need it. Also, connect to a computer and unleash the full power of PASCO's award-winning DataStudio software.

Collecting data made simple

With or without a computer, capture and analyze live data anytime and anywhere.

Turn it on - Xplorer GLX powers on instantly

Connect Sensor - PASPORT Sensors will auto-ID

Press Start - You have live data. That's all there is to it.

The Xplorer GLX - an unmatched value in measurement and analysis

The award-winning Xplorer GLX is a portable graphing datalogger, perfect for real-time data collection and analysis in the classroom or in the field. Provides convenient and powerful data collection, display and analysis -- even without a computer. Includes 2 temperature sensors, voltage sensor, built-in speaker and sound sensor, plus connect up to 4 additional sensors. Also functions as a computer interface for labs with computers. A great value for your science lab.

Print directly from the Xplorer GLX to a variety of HP printers.

Transfer files from Xplorer GLX to computer or another Xplorer GLX with your USB flash drive.

Details

Built for Science Measurement

  • Large 320 x 240 backlit transflective LCD grayscale display. Readable in a dark room as well as sunlight.
  • 8 sensor ports total--4 dedicated for included sensors and 4 open ports.
  • Includes 2 temperature, sound and voltage sensors.
  • 12 MB Internal Memory - Useful for high data collection rates and storing multiple data files.
  • Real-time graphing and calculations from Floating Point Processor--even instant calculations on live data as it is collected
  • Built-in graphing calculator with expression editor.
  • Built-in dual independent function generators.
  • Built-in speaker for sound output.

How it works

A Computer Interface . . .

Functions as a powerful desktop interface for PASPORT and ScienceWorkshop Sensors (optional adapter required for use with ScienceWorkshop sensors) Connects to the USB port of the computer Can be used in combination with all PASPORT Interfaces

. . . Or a Complete Stand Alone, Use Anywhere Solution

Large LCD screen enables students to easily review data and perform basic data analysis, such as statistics and linear curve fits Icon-based operating system Easy-to-use buttons for navigation, including numeric and alphanumeric keypad Annotate data points or runs with either text notes or recorded voice messages Plug an optional USB mouse and keyboard into the Xplorer GLX for navigation and annotation Print student graphs and tables directly from the Xplorer GLX to select HP USB printers. See the Xplorer GLX Printer Compatibility list. Manage your experiment file library on the GLX; enough memory to store many data files Rechargeable NiMH battery provides a full day of use without the need for external power

GLX Home Screen 1

Home menu provides easy access to the powerful capabilities of the Xplorer GLX. See the Screenshots tab for a full collection of display and analysis.

Easily graph data runs and compare experiment results.

Convenient Accessories for your Xplorer GLX

Charging stations, amusement park vest, mice, keyboard, speakers and more. See the User Resources tab for a more complete list of Xplorer GLX accessories.

Xplorer GLX Power Amplifier (PS-2006)

Xplorer GLX 20-Unit Charging Station (PS-2557)

Xplorer/Xplorer GLX Vest (PS-2517)

Gallery

Xplorer GLX Out of the Box

A brief look at the Xplorer GLX, including introductory activities and file management.

Video

Getting Started with the Xplorer GLX

 

These five movie lessons will walk you through the essential features of your Xplorer GLX standalone datalogger in a series of basic lab activities. So that you don't miss any essential information, we suggest that you view the lessons in order. We encourage you to use your equipment to follow along.

A fast computer (1.5GHz+), a broadband internet connection, and the free QuickTime 7 Player are required to view the movies. Note: Higher quality, more widely-compatible versions of these movies are available on the “Getting Started with the Xplorer GLX” CD included with every Xplorer GLX.

 

Video

Lesson 1 -- Quick Start. Collect your first run of data with the included temperature probe and view it in a graph.

Video

Lesson 2 -- Coffee Cooling

Lesson 2 -- Coffee Cooling. Learn to view two measurements in the graph and analyze regions of interest in your collected data as you investigate the cooling rates of two cups of hot coffee.

Video

Lesson 3 -- Bouncing Ball

Lesson 3 -- Bouncing Ball. Use the built-in calculator to transform sensor data and learn how to save files and print graphs while you explore the energy of a bouncing ball.

Video

Lesson 4 -- pH of Household Chemicals

Lesson 4 -- pH of Household Chemicals. Collect and label discrete data points from a calibrated sensor, and then view and classify the data in a table display as you determine the pH of some household chemicals.

Video

Lesson 5 -- Boyle’s Law

Lesson 5 -- Boyle’s Law. Practice manual sampling with numeric data entry as you explore the relationship between the pressure and volume of air in a syringe.

Tour

Video Series: Xplorer GLX Tour - Introduction

Overview
Overview   (1:20)

Quick introduction to how the new Xplorer GLX can support your science learning environment by bringing the power of probeware to all students, anywhere they need it

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Xplorer GLX  Features
Xplorer GLX Features   (2:50)

This is a short description of GLX features.

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Gettting Started
Gettting Started   (2:45)

See how the Xplorer GLX was designed to be as easy to use as it is powerful

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Guided Activity
Guided Activity   (4:32)

Dozens of experiments can be performed right out of the box with the included sensors. See the Xplorer GLX in action during this evaporative cooling experiment.

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Video Series: Xplorer GLX Tour - Calculator

Basic Overview
Basic Overview   (3:40)

This introduction will give you the basics for how the calculator works.

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Basic Calculations
Basic Calculations   (1:05)

Need a quick answer to long division? Basic calculations explained.

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Algebraic Calculations
Algebraic Calculations   (2:42)

See how the Xplorer GLX handles equations with variables.

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Graphing Equations
Graphing Equations   (2:15)

Create, edit or graph mathematical models, and preview them in the calculator. Use the graph screen to analyze them with the analysis tools.

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Sensor-based Calculations
Sensor-based Calculations   (2:22)

Create real-time calculations on collected data or transform the data for further analysis.

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Video Series: Xplorer GLX Tour - Graph

Graph Properties
Graph Properties   (3:44)

See just how easy to navigate the powerful graph screen of the Xplorer GLX.

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Tools
Tools   (5:24)

See the powerful analysis capabilities of the graph tools.

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Graph Menu
Graph Menu   (4:53)

All the display options are illustrated in this module.

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Includes

Items Included:

  • Two fast response, low thermal mass temperature probes.
  • Voltage probe.
  • Built-in sound sensor.
  • Built-in speaker.
  • Power adapter and battery charger.
  • USB "A" to USB "B" cable.
  • DataStudio Lite for use as a PASPORT interface to computer.
  • Users guide and tutorial CD.

Specifications

Display
  • 320 x 240 backlit transflective LCD grayscale displays
Sensor Ports
  • 8 Total, including built-in Sound Sensor, Voltage Sensor, and Temperature Sensors (2).
  • 4 dedicated: Sound, Voltage and 2 Temperature
  • 4 open--connect any PASPORT Sensor
Maximum Sampling Rate
  • 50,000 Hz
Calculation Engine
  • 50 MHz FPU: Real-time graphing and instant calculations from Floating Point Processor.
Memory
  • 12 MB of built-in flash memory
Sensor Compatability
  • All PASPORT Sensors
  • All ScienceWorkshop Sensors using PASPORT Analog and Digital Adapters
Battery
  • Rechargeable 1700 mAH NiMH battery
USB
  • 2 USB built-in ports

Experiments

Physics Curriculum designed for your Xplorer GLX

Physics with the Xplorer GLX

This probeware lab manual provides 35 experiments written for using the Xplorer GLX as a stand-alone data collection and analysis device. Topics include Force & Motion, Electricity & Magnetism, Sound & Waves, Heat & Energy Transfer, and Properties of Light. Equip your lab with the convenient bundle assembled to support this lab manual. 

See Family Page to download student versions of these labs and for more information.

Explorations in Physics

The Explorations in Physics Lab Manual includes 25 core Physics experiments in Mechanics, Electricity & Magnetism, Sound, Properties of Matter & Thermodynamics, and Optics. 3 convenient probeware bundles to support hands-on science learning - each equips a lab group with the probeware needed to perform the indicated experiments. 

See Family Page for more information.

Advanced Physics with the Xplorer GLX

27 Advanced Physics Activities designed to use with the Xplorer GLX. 3 convenient PASPORT Probeware bundles include the probeware and related equipment needed to perform the indicated experiments. 

See Family Page for more information.

Free Online Experiments

Browse PASCO's selection of online experiments. View the entire online library at the far right or select by subject:

User Resources

Manual Downloads

Product Manuals for the Xplorer GLX (PS-2002)

Xplorer GLX User's Guide
(2.7 MB – .pdf)
Russian
PASPORT GLX Manual (PS-2002)_rus.doc
(5.5 MB – .doc)
Russian
PASPORT GLX Manual (PS-2002)_rus
(2.7 MB – .pdf)
Spanish
PASPORT GLX Manual (PS-2002)_spa
(2.8 MB – .pdf)
Accessories

Xplorer GLX 20-Unit Charging Station (PS-2557)

Conveniently stores and charges 20 GLX units at one time with just one outlet.

  $71900
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Xplorer GLX Peripheral Cable (PS-2536)

An accessory for the Xplorer GLX that allows the simultaneous use of two peripheral devices.

  $1500
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Xplorer/Xplorer GLX Vest (PS-2517)

Vest allows students to wear the GLX/Datalogger interface and sensor securely and safely.

  $3000
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Xplorer GLX Field Bag (PS-2549)

Allows students to carry the Xplorer GLX into the field in a safe and ideal way.

  $3000
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Xplorer GLX Field Pack (PS-2543)

Backpack-style carrier for the Xplorer GLX with sensors and accessories.

  $8900
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Replacement Parts

Rechargeable Battery, Xplorer GLX (PS-2527)

Replacement battery for the Xplorer GLX (PS-2002).

  $3000
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PASPORT Fast Response Temperature Probe (3 pack) (PS-2135)

Allows students to see changes in temperature they could never see before. For use with PASPORT and ScienceWorkshop Interfaces.

  $2900
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USB Connection Cable for the Xplorer GLX and SPARK Science Learning System (PS-2528)

Replacement USB cable for the Xplorer GLX (PS-2002) and the Spark Science Learning System (PS-2008).

  $1000
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PASPORT Voltage Probe (PS-2165)

Replacement probe for the PASPORT Xplorer GLX and SPARK Science Learning System

  $1000
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Power Adapter, Xplorer GLX (PS-2529)

A replacement adapter for the PASPORT Xplorer GLX interface.

  $2500
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Video

Xplorer GLX Out of the Box Video

A brief look at the Xplorer GLX, including introductory activities and file management.

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These five movie lessons will walk you through the essential features of your Xplorer GLX standalone datalogger in a series of basic lab activities. So that you don't miss any essential information, we suggest that you view the lessons in order. We encourage you to use your equipment to follow along.

A fast computer (1.5GHz+), a broadband internet connection, and the free QuickTime 7 Player are required to view the movies. Note: Higher quality, more widely-compatible versions of these movies are available on the “Getting Started with the Xplorer GLX” CD included with every Xplorer GLX.

Video Series: Starting with Xplorer GLX

These five movie lessons will walk you through the essential features of your Xplorer GLX standalone datalogger in a series of basic lab activities. So that you don't miss any essential information, we suggest that you view the lessons in order. We encourage you to use your equipment to follow along.

A fast computer (1.5GHz+), a broadband internet connection, and the free QuickTime 7 Player are required to view the movies. Note: Higher quality, more widely-compatible versions of these movies are available on the “Getting Started with the Xplorer GLX” CD included with every Xplorer GLX.

Lesson 1 - Quick Start
Lesson 1 - Quick Start   (1:19)

Collect your first run of data with the included temperature probe and view it in a graph.

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Lesson 2 - Coffee Cooling
Lesson 2 - Coffee Cooling   (1:20)

Learn to view two measurements in the graph and analyze regions of interest in your collected data as you investigate the cooling rates of two cups of hot coffee.

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Lesson 3 - Bouncing Ball
Lesson 3 - Bouncing Ball   (1:13)

Use the built-in calculator to transform sensor data and learn how to save files and print graphs while you explore the energy of a bouncing ball.

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Lesson 4 - pH of Household Chemicals
Lesson 4 - pH of Household Chemicals   (1:12)

Collect and label discrete data points from a calibrated sensor, and then view and classify the data in a table display as you determine the pH of some household chemicals.

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Lesson 5 - Boyle's Law
Lesson 5 - Boyle's Law   (1:12)

Practice manual sampling with numeric data entry as you explore the relationship between the pressure and volume of air in a syringe.

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