Mult-e-Maths New Framework Edition Teaching CD-ROMs
and Mult-e-Maths Strand CD-ROMs Support
Do I need to install the software on my computer in order to use it?
Yes, you will need to have administrator access to your computer to do this - please check with your ICT Coordinator.
How do I install the software on my computer?
On most computers, the installation program will start automatically. If you have auto-run turned off, you will need to start the program manually: insert the disc, access the CD-ROM drive via the 'My Computer' icon and double-click on the 'setup.exe' icon. You will find more information about installing the program in the booklet that accompanies each CD-ROM.
Do I need to have the CD-ROM in the computer once I have installed the software?
No, once the software has been installed, it does not require the CD-ROM to operate.
Will the software run on a network?
Mult-e-Maths New Framework Edition can be installed on multiple machines on a network under the network licence included in the price of the software. To deploy the New Framework Edition Teaching CD-ROMs over a network, please read the 'ReadMe file' on the CD-ROM.
How will Mult-e-Maths New Framework Edition improve maths teaching in my school?
Mult-e-Maths New Framework Edition Teaching CD-ROMs are specifically designed to make use of the features offered by an interactive whiteboard to support whole-class teaching; it also includes ideas for independent pupil activities. Based around objectives from the renewed Primary Framework for mathematics, the New Framework Edition is designed to fit in well with your planning. There are starters to review previously learnt material, and lesson ideas that introduce new topics and offer plenary material for assessment and consolidation.
Can I use my school's e-Learning Credits?
Yes, Mult-e-Maths New Framework Edition can be bought using e-Learning Credits.
Can Mult-e-Maths New Framework Edition be used on a Mac?
No, Mult-e-Maths New Framework Edition can only be used on a PC.
What software will I need to use Mult-e-Maths New Framework Edition?
Most computers will already have the necessary software installed. While installing, Mult-e-Maths New Framework Edition will check to see if you need to install Adobe® Flash® Player and Adobe® Reader®, and will install them for you if required.
How do I upgrade Mult-e-Maths Strand to the New Framework Edition?
If you have purchased the Mult-e-Maths Strands we are offering you special discounts on upgrading to the New Framework Edition. Please contact 01223 325013 for details.
Can I purchase more of the Mult-e-Maths Strands?
The Mult-e-Maths Strands are now out of print and so are not available to purchase. Please call 01223 325013 for advice.
How do I link the Strand CD-ROMs to the renewed Framework?
Planning links to the renewed Framework objectives can be downloaded here:
- Year 3 Planning grid (PDF)
- Year 4 Planning grid (PDF)
- Year 5 Planning grid (PDF)
- Year 6 Planning grid (PDF)
Medium term planning grids can be downloaded here:
- Mult-e-Maths Year 3 term plans (Word Doc)
- Mult-e-Maths Year 4 term plans (Word Doc)
- Mult-e-Maths Year 5 term plans (Word Doc)
- Mult-e-Maths Year 6 term plans (Word Doc)
I have already installed the Mult-e-Maths Fractions strand and then tried to install the other strands. The new strands do not appear in the menu.
Cambridge-Hitachi released an updated version of the Fractions strand that replaced the older version published in early 2004. The new version was sent to all existing customers. The older version of Fractions will not work properly with the other strands. Uninstall the older version and install the newer version.
You can check that you have the right version of Fractions by looking on the CD. It should have V2.00 printed on the left hand side of the disc. If you have V1.00, and have not received a newer version, please email Customer Services at educustserve@cambridge.org.
Does this software run on an RM network?
This software does not support Community Connect 3 or other RM products. For further information, please contact technical support at techsupport@cambridge-hitachi.com
I am getting an error message about Active content when I click on a link/I cannot access all parts of the program / When I try and use Mult-e-Maths, I keep getting an error message saying that my computer has restricted active content. I have Windows XP with Service Pack 2 installed.
Windows XP Service Pack 2 has extra security settings which prevent many programs, including Mult-e-Maths, from running fully. To prevent these messages from appearing each time you use the product, you will have to allow active content to run on your PC. For your convenience, we have provided below an Active Content Manager. This will configure Internet Explorer for you to allow the content you require to run Mult-e-Maths.
Active Content Manager (zip file, 95Kb)
How to run the Active Content Manager:
- Download the zip file above by clicking on the link
- Save the zip file onto your computer
- Start the program by double-clicking on the file ActiveContentManager.exe
- Go to the Security Zone section and select "My Computer"
- Check the "Use Administrator Approved Controls" check box. A dialog box will appear confirming that the approved list will be used. Click OK
- Check the box for 'Mult-e-Maths' in the Cambridge-Hitachi section
- Check the box for 'Macromedia Flash Player' in the Other section
- Click Save. A dialog box will appear confirming that the list has been saved. Click OK
- Open Internet Explorer. In the Internet Explorer window choose: Tools > Internet Options
- In the dialog box that is displayed, select the Advanced tab and scroll down to the Security section
- Make sure the check box marked 'Allow active content to run in files on my computer' is ticked
- Click OK to save the change then close Internet Explorer, Windows Explorer and any other IE based software
Flash Player 8
Another possibility is that there is a security issue with Flash Player 8. If this is the case, then you need to follow the following instructions:
Flash configuration file (zip file, 1Kb)
- Copy the zip file on to the computer that has the problem
- Double click on the zip file and it will open as if it is a normal folder, and display a file called 'Flash Configuration'
- Double click on the Flash Configuration file. A black window will very briefly flash up on the screen. It is okay to do this more than once if you are not sure if it worked
- All that needs to be done now is start or restart Mult-e-Maths, and check that it is working
Are the KS2 Mult-e-Maths strands (first edition) Windows Vista compatible?
The following versions of Mult-e-Maths strands are Vista compatible:
- Fractions, Decimals, Percentages, Ratio and Proportion v.2.01
- Measures, Shape, Space and Handling Data v.1.01
- Addition and Subtraction v.1.01
- Numbers and the Number System v.1.01
- Multiplication and Division v.1.01
- Solving Problems v.1.02
If, for one or more Mult-e-maths strands, you have lower versions than the ones specified above and you wish to receive a Vista compatible version, please email a request to techsupport@cambridge-hitachi.com with your personal/institutional information, postal address and invoice number together with the strands you wish to receive replacements for.
For your information, when you install Mult-e-maths on Windows Vista please bear in mind the following two minor issues:
- If while installing/uninstalling a strand you encounter the compatibillity message "This program may not have installed correctly" then click on the option "This program installed correctly" and proceed. The installation/uninstallation will then complete successfully.
- If after uninstalling Mult-e-maths the desktop shortcut is still apparent on screen then refresh the desktop (F5 on keyboard) and the shortcut will disappear.