Tutorial: Transfer to Casio Classpad games and programs

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There are 2 different ways to transfer content (games, programs, educational) between your computer and casio classpad, according to the model of the calculator.

Method 1 (classpad 300, 300 plus, 330)
Computer (with fa-cp1 software) <-> Usb Cable <-> Casio Classpad

This method requires the use of a specific software called fa-cp1. You can download it here:

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https://edu.casio.com/dl/

Right now this software only works on Windows.

Method 2 (classpad 330 plus)
Computer (without any extra software)<-> Usb Cable <-> Casio Classpad

Native Supported File Extensions
.vcp
.xcp
.fls
.mcs
.lng (langauge add-in, there is no such file released)
.cpa (classpad 300, 300 plus, 330)
.c1a (classpad 330 plus)

File Extensions that require extra add-in
none (yet)

Under Construction

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Transfer .vcp files



This type of files (known as virtual classpad file) can contain basic programs/games, lua programs/games and eActivities.

Using method 1 (classpad 300, 300 plus, 330):
Computer (with fa-cp1 software) <-> Usb Cable <-> Casio Classpad

1) Download and install fa-cp1 in your PC.
2) Connect your casio classpad to the computer (via USB) and open fa-cp1.
3) To start a link between calc <-> pc:
First you should open "Communication" menu


After, you should click the second button in Classpad UI Area:



You will see a popup (on the classpad) with the following content

Communicating...

Classpad

Press [Clear] key to
terminate.

4) On Computer (fa-cp1), you should to click with the right mouse button in the "FA-CP1" folder, and choose "Import":



Now you can browse your .VCP file. Your vcp file will appear below the folder "Fa-CP1":



You can simple drag your vcp file for the classpad (for a full import) or alternatively you can explore the contents and import only the desired content (see image above).

5) Finally to finish the connection, you should press the button [Clear] on the Classpad.
After that, you can disconnect the USB cable.

Using method 2 (classpad 330 plus only):
Computer (without any extra software)<-> Usb Cable <-> Casio Classpad

1) Connect you Casio Classpad 330 Plus with the computer using the USB cable

2) Now you should select "USB Flash" as connection Mode



3) Classpad will appear in My Computer as a Storage Disk. You should open it and copy your file to the folder "AutoImport"



4) Now you should "Remove hardware safety"


The VCP file will be Auto Imported!

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Transfer .xcp files



This type of files (known as exported classpad data file) can contain a eActivitie or a variable/mcs inside.

Using method 1 (classpad 300, 300 plus, 330):
Computer (with fa-cp1 software) <-> Usb Cable <-> Casio Classpad

1) Download and install fa-cp1 in your PC.
2) Connect your casio classpad to the computer (via USB) and open fa-cp1.
3) To start a link between calc <-> pc:
First you should open "Communication" menu


After, you should click the second button in Classpad UI Area:



You will see a popup (on the classpad) with the following content

Communicating...

Classpad

Press [Clear] key to
terminate.

4) On Computer (fa-cp1), you should to click in the "handheld import" menu, and choose "Import to Classpads...":



Now you can browse your .XCP file, and it will be immediately imported to the calculator.


5) Finally to finish the connection, you should press the button [Clear] on the Classpad (if necessary).
After that, you can disconnect the USB cable.

Using method 2 (classpad 330 plus only):
Computer (without any extra software)<-> Usb Cable <-> Casio Classpad

1) Connect you Casio Classpad 330 Plus with the computer using the USB cable

2) Now you should select "USB Flash" as connection Mode



3) Classpad will appear in My Computer as a Storage Disk. You should open it and copy your file to the usb root



4) Now you should "Remove hardware safety"

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Transfer .fls files



This type of files (known as classpad manager flash image) can contain multiple eActivities.

Using method 1 (classpad 300, 300 plus, 330):
Computer (with fa-cp1 software) <-> Usb Cable <-> Casio Classpad

1) Download and install fa-cp1 in your PC.
2) Connect your casio classpad to the computer (via USB) and open fa-cp1.
3) To start a link between calc <-> pc:
First you should open "Communication" menu


After, you should click the second button in Classpad UI Area:



You will see a popup (on the classpad) with the following content

Communicating...

Classpad

Press [Clear] key to
terminate.

4) On Computer (fa-cp1), you should to click in the "handheld import" menu, and choose "Import to Classpads...":



Now you can browse your .FLS file, and it will be immediately imported to the calculator.


5) Finally to finish the connection, you should press the button [Clear] on the Classpad (if necessary).
After that, you can disconnect the USB cable.

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Transfer .mcs files



This type of files (known as classpad manager MCS image) can contain casio basic or CPlua programs and games.

Using method 1 (classpad 300, 300 plus, 330):
Computer (with fa-cp1 software) <-> Usb Cable <-> Casio Classpad

1) Download and install fa-cp1 in your PC.
2) Connect your casio classpad to the computer (via USB) and open fa-cp1.
3) To start a link between calc <-> pc:
First you should open "Communication" menu


After, you should click the second button in Classpad UI Area:



You will see a popup (on the classpad) with the following content

Communicating...

Classpad

Press [Clear] key to
terminate.

4) On Computer (fa-cp1), you should to click in the "handheld import" menu, and choose "Import to Classpads...":



Now you can browse your .MCS file, and it will be immediately imported to the calculator.


5) Finally to finish the connection, you should press the button [Clear] on the Classpad (if necessary).
After that, you can disconnect the USB cable.

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Transfer .cpa and .c1a files



This type of files (known as classpad add-ins) can contain programs and games.

Compatibility
.cpa is compatible with classpad 300, 300 plus, 330
.c1a is only compatible with classpad 330 plus

Using method 1 - for .cpa files (classpad 300, 300 plus, 330):
Computer (with fa-cp1 software) <-> Usb Cable <-> Casio Classpad

1) Download and install fa-cp1 in your PC.
2) Connect your casio classpad to the computer (via USB) and open fa-cp1.
3) To start a link between calc <-> pc:
First you should open "Communication" menu


After, you should click the second button in Classpad UI Area:



You will see a popup (on the classpad) with the following content

Communicating...

Classpad

Press [Clear] key to
terminate.

4) On Computer (fa-cp1), you should to click in the "handheld import" menu, and choose "Install Add-in to ClassPads...":



Now you can browse your .CPA file, and it will be immediately imported to the calculator.


5) Finally to finish the connection, you should press the button [Clear] on the Classpad (if necessary).
After that, you can disconnect the USB cable.

Using method 2 - for .c1a files (classpad 330 plus only):
Computer (without any extra software)<-> Usb Cable <-> Casio Classpad

1) Connect you Casio Classpad 330 Plus with the computer using the USB cable

2) Now you should select "USB Flash" as connection Mode



3) Classpad will appear in My Computer as a Storage Disk. You should open it and copy your file to the usb root



4) Now you should "Remove hardware safety"