How to Install Games on a Texas Instruments or Casio Calculator

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Learn how to install games onto your TI or Casio
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Graphing calculators are useful for doing complex math. But did you know they can also play games? This wikiHow article will teach you how to download games onto your Texas Instruments or Casio graphing calculator.

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Using a Texas Instruments Calculator

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  1. TI-Connect is the software you need to transfer programs to a Texas Instruments graphing calculator. For TI-84 CE calculators, download the TI-Connect CE program . For other Texas Instruments calculators, download TI-Connect . Use the following steps to download and install TI-Connect:
    • Go to the correct download page for your calculator model.
    • Click Download .
    • Click the download link for the language and operating system you use.
    • Double-click the install file in your web browser or "Downloads" folder.
    • Follow the on-screen instructions to install TI-Connect.
  2. MirageOS is an operating system that allows you to install games written in Basic on your graphing calculator. It only works for TI-83 Plus, TI-84 Plus, and TI-84 Plus CE models. You can download Mirage OS from TICalc.org . Click Download to download the MirageOS program in a zip file.
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  3. You can use Google or your preferred search engine to search for games for your calculator model (i.e. search "TI-84 Plus Games"). Make sure the games you download are compatible with your calculator model. Some websites you can download games at are the following: [1]
  4. Use the USB cable that came with your calculator. Most TI graphing calculators use some sort of USB cable. TI-84 Plus and TI-83 Plus models use a USB-A to USB mini-B cable. [2]
    • You might be asked to install a new hardware device. If so, follow the on-screen instructions on your computer to do this.
  5. It has a blue and yellow icon with two arrows. TI-Connect CE has a blue and green icon with two arrows.
    • Make sure your graphing calculator is turned on.
  6. It's the first button in TI-Connect with an icon of two calculators and a magnifying glass. If you are using TI-Connect CE, click the icon that resembles a stack of papers in the bar on the left. This displays the software on your calculator in a separate window.
    • Allow a few minutes to connect to your calculator. If it doesn't connect the first time. You may need to disconnect the cable and reconnect it.
  7. Use the following steps to install MirageOS on your TI-83 Plus or TI-84.
    • Extract the MirageOS.zip file using WinRAR, WinZip, or 7-Zip.
    • Right-click the MIRAGEOS.8xk file.
    • Click Send to
    • Click Send to TI-83/84 or drag and drop the file into the TI-Connect window.
  8. Use an archive program such as WinRAR, WinZip, or 7-Zip to open the zip file containing the game file you downloaded.
  9. Many games and programs contain a text file with installation instructions. These instructions tell you which file(s) to transfer to your calculator. [3]
  10. The file you need to transfer is listed in the Readme or instruction file that came inside the zip file for the game you downloaded.
  11. This sends the file to your graphing calculator and installs it. [4]
    • Alternatively, you can drag and drop the file into the TI-Connect window.
  12. You can also disconnect the USB cable from your calculator.
  13. This displays a list of programs installed on your calculator. [5]
  14. This opens the game on your graphing calculator.
    • If you are using MirageOS on a TI-83/84 select MirageOS in the APPS menu. Then, select the game you want to play.
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Using a Casio Calculator

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  1. Casio FA-124 is a program that allows you to transfer programs from your Windows PC to your Casio fx-9860GII series or fx-9860G graphing calculator. Use the following steps to download and install Casio FA-124:
    • Go to Casio's software webpage in a web browser on your Windows PC.
    • Click the checkbox that says "I have read and agree to the terms and conditions" at the top.
    • Scroll down and click Download Version 2.01 (for Windows) below "Program Link Software".
    • Extract the FA-124 program from the zip file in your Downloads folder or web browser.
    • Double-click the "Casio FA 124.exe" file.
    • Follow the instructions to complete the installation.
  2. Before you can transfer games to your calculator, you'll need to download them to your computer. Use Google or a search engine of your choice to search "Graphing calculator games for Casio" or something similar. The following are some websites you can find graphing calculator games for Casio calculators:
  3. It has an icon that resembles a calculator with blue and red arrows next to it.
  4. Use the following steps to import your games into FA-124: [6]
    • Right-click Default in panel below "FA-124" to the right.
    • Click Import .
    • Browse to and click a game you downloaded (you can only import one at a time).
    • Click Open .
  5. Use the USB port at the top of the calculator to connect a USB-A cable to your calculator. Then connect the other end of the USB cable to a free USB port on your computer.
  6. It's next to the directional buttons on the calculator. This displays the menu.
  7. Use the directional buttons on the calculator to scroll and highlight "Link". Then press EXE to open the Link menu.
  8. Check the tabs at the bottom of the screen. Press the F button (F2 most likely) that corresponds to "RECV." This puts the calculator in receive mode.
  9. It's the icon that resembles a calculator connected to a computer. It's in the upper-left corner.
  10. First click User1 in the "Calculator" panel on the left to select where to transfer the programs to. Then select Default in the "FA-124" panel on the right to select where the to transfer the programs from.
  11. It's the icon that resembles a red arrow. It's above the "FA-124 panel on the right. This transfers your games and programs to your Casio graphing calculator.
  12. It's on the right side of your calculator above. This returns your calculator to normal functioning mode. You can now find your games under "Menu" on your calculator.
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    You have to have your calculator connected to your Mac via its cable to download the file.
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    For the color calculator, try TI84CalcWiz. For the black and white calculators, try TICalc.org.
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      Things You'll Need

      • A Texas Instruments or Casio graphing calculator
      • A firewire-to-USB cable (comes with the calculator)
      • The CD that comes with your calculator
      • A computer with at least one available USB port
      • An internet connection

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      References

      1. ↑ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0WeYoDsUtsI
      2. ↑ https://education.ti.com/en/product-resources/download
      3. ↑ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0eKHJljW6UE&t=109s
      4. ↑ https://calcplex.com/ti84plusce-games-tutorial/
      5. ↑ https://education.ti.com/en/product-resources/download
      6. ↑ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HkmdZv7oWvY

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      1. Download and install Ti Connect from https://education.ti.com/en/products/computer-software/ti-connect-sw
      2. Download MarageOS from https://www.ticalc.org/archives/files/fileinfo/139/13949.html (TI-84 Plus, TI-84 Plus only). 3. Download a game you want to install.
      4. Open TI-Connect.
      5. Click TI DeviceExplorer .
      6. Extract the MIRAGEOS.8xk from teh MarageOS.zip file (TI-84 Plus, TI-84 Plus only).
      7. Drag the MIRAGEOS.8xk file to the TI-Connect icon (TI-84 Plus, TI-84 Plus only).
      8. Extract the game zip file.
      9. Open the Readme file and see which file you need to transfer.
      10. Drag and drop the game file listed in the Readme file to the TI-Connect icon.

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