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1. O T V m Q Q 3 More than a presentation system The Promethean Collaborative Classroom is more than just a presentation system Created by educators for educators it is the only complete collaborative teaching system Fully integrated the Promethean solution comes with searchable resources including lessons activities and manipulatives in addition to a powerful set of tools for lesson development The Promethean Collaborative Classroom goes beyond just an electronic whiteboard Totally integrated The Promethean Collaborative Classroom components are designed to work together seamlessly eliminating the need to go back and forth between separate applications In addition you are able to create exciting interactive lessons in a fraction of the time required using traditional methods because it provides you with all the resources you need in an easy to use format A catalyst for change Most electronic whiteboards will allow you to click on applications and write notes Ihe Promethean solution does so much more Teachers love using the advanced Promethean tools to enhance how they teach Incorporating multi media and handheld student response devices are just two of the ways to focus student attention The ability to create more engaging lessons increases participation improves learning and reduces discipline problems Learning becomes Fun AND effective Case studies To see how other schools are using Promethean s Collabor2. eT eT o gt AO lt O D About the ACTIVpen An ACTIVpen is a self powered device that communicates with your computer through an ACTIVboard or an ACTIVslate It s best to think of the ACTIVpen as a mouse it performs the same functions and enables you to control the cursor in the same way Pen movement Hold the ACTIVpen near to the ACTIVboard and gently slide the pen nid over the board s surface to move the cursor Barrel button While holding the pen just above the boards surface press the barrel button This is the same as ctrl click on your Mac or your right click button on your PC MOUSE Pen nib Take the ACTIVpen and push the nid once firmly against the board You will find in doing this you can perform the same functions as left clicking with the mouse Similarly you can hold down the ACTIVpen on the board and move it around to create a click and drag effect ee U UT enriching teaching unlocking learning ACTIVstudio basics Title Bar This guide is intended to us provide you with an overview gt Mga T of ACTIVstudio For further TEE eu information or for help getting p wan macao DEO started with ACTIVprimary please 2468 consult the help manuals included cf M on your application CD CD1 Marquee Select Tool T ol Highlighter Pen 7 gs Expansive searchable resource z Text Tool oT no library ACTIVstudio boasts a searchable resource x
3. SUMMARY 0 Q A A enriching teaching unlocking learning Connection via Bluetooth IF using a recommended Bluetooth adaptor install and configure the Bluetooth adaptor and software according to the documentation supplied with the adaptor IF your computer is enabled with Bluetooth wireless technology start up the software according to the documentation supplied with your computer On a Windows based computer 1 Start the Bluetooth software Double click on the My Bluetooth Places icon on your desktop Ty Bluetooth Places My Bluetooth Places Fie Edt Wew Bluetooth Favorites Tools Help gt B gt wi gt Search Folders Comrenks G etuetocth Sebup Wizard Configure devices connections and local services Entire Bluetooth Neighborhood Display previously Found Bluetooth devices E Find Bluetooth Devices Search for nearby Bluetooth devices Em Device view the services prowded by this computer E Bluetooth Exchange Folder Bluetooth Exchange Folder 2 10 search for Bluetooth devices in range click on Bluetooth gt Search for devices f the ACTIVboard 78 is found it will appear as a Serial Port Device with this icon 3 Right click on the Serial Port Device icon and select Pair Device 4 Ihe Bluetooth PIN Code Request window will now be displayed Enter 0000 into the textbox and click ok 5 Ihe Serial Port Device icon will appear with a check when paired correctly ker C
4. ich enlighte US Edition TP 1576 US Issue 1 D A gt A Z O er p T Technical Notes In order to assist you with technical support you may want to fill out the information below so It Is always on hand My ACTIVboard serial number is i fs The serial number can be found in three places e On the back of the ACTIVooard When facing a mounted ACTIVooard it will be visible by looking from the top left side on the electronics cover Ona pull down tab on the bottom right of your ACTIVooard The tab will Flip down for you to see the serial number On the box of the ACTIVboard My computer s operating system is BE VS UE My ACTIVboard is connected to my computer by please check as appropriate e USB Serial e Serial through serial USB adapter i e Keyspan e Bluetooth The serial number for my ACTIVstudio software is nn a The version number is i SSS a enriching teaching unlocking learning o promethean enrich enlighten inspire Welcome Pack Contents Section Page 1 some i ia 2 2 Ihe Promethean Collaborative Classroom 8 3 WHW TE O S iti gt 4 Installation of Software and Drivers 0 7 5 Setting up your ACTIVboard 0 10 6 About the ACTIV e 0 11 7 ACTIVstudio Basics O A 12 Ol O O A 14 9 Professional Development and Training 18 10 Registration and Warranty Information 21 All rights reserved All information contained in
5. o9 Co library that you can use to quickly develop Reveal as go collaborative lessons for the ACTIVboard Magnify AD Lessons can be saved locally or to a central a 2 ower Tools g ro Storage point and catalogued by keywords e g state standards topic grade level subject activity type This feature encourages collaboration among teachers and turns this lesson creation software Into a district wide curriculum delivery vehicle Roll up down Button Annotate Over Desktop E Pen Tool Flipchart Resource Eraser Clear Screen Recognition Tool ACTIVstudio for Windows Tools 1 Title Bar Click and drag to reposition the Main Toolbox 2 Menu Button Access the key functions of ACTIVstudio customize your toolbox and settings 3 Flipchart Button Show or hide your flipchart and alternate between ACTIVstudio and Windows applications Create a new flipchart if there isn t one already open 4 Roll up down Button Minimize maximize the Main Toolbox 5 Roll out in Button Display and hide the Shortcut bar SS enriching teaching unlocking learning gt 0 lt V eT Q o soise gt A u er Q O o gt EI 12 13 14 15 16 17 21 22 Annotate over Desktop Make notes or draw on top of your Windows application Pen Tool Annotate write or draw on your flipchart page Eraser Remove all or part of an annotation object Clear Screen Remove items
6. year return to base warranty All warranty periods commence on the date of shipping the product in question from Promethean s US warehouse Note Installation of Promethean ACTIVboards wall mounted by a Certified Promethean Installer entitles the customer to an additional 2 years of warranty Contact your Certified Promethean Installer for details During the limited warranty period Promethean will repair or at its discretion replace the faulty item with new or refurbished parts This limited warranty is applicable to US mainland purchases only For products purchased outside of the area specihed herein please contact your distributor or local Promethean authorized reseller for assistance and information specific to such purchases ee eae enriching teaching unlocking learning Limited warranty services In the unlikely event that a product should become defective during the limited warranty period the Customer should contact their distributor where applicable or Promethean Customer Support Promethean Customer Support service Is available from 8am to 6pm Eastern Monday through Friday excluding holidays Promethean Customer Support may be contacted via Telephone 678 762 1500 or 1 888 652 2848 e mail support us prometheanworld com Web www prometheanworld com Before you make a call e Understand the terms and conditions of this limited warranty In order to help us process your call or email more efficiently pl
7. A PARTICULAR PURPOSE ARE EXPRESSLY DISCLAIMED Limitation of liability damages Assuming the warranty above stated is otherwise applicable it is expressly understood and agreed that Promethean s sole liability whether in contract tort under any warranty in negligence or otherwise shall be for the repair or replacement of the defective parts and under no circumstances Shall Promethean be liable for special indirect or consequential damages The price stated and paid for the equipment Is a consideration tn limiting Promethean s liability Notice Some states and provinces do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages so the above exclusion may not apply to you This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may have other rights which vary from state to state On line registration We recommend that you use our on line registration system to register your ACTIVboard Registered users will automatically receive e mail notifications of free updates and offerings Please register your ACTIVboard at http www prometheanworld com n america en html customer_care index shtml C enriching teaching unlocking learning 5 m m Y eT lt Y oF AJ M 09 T eT m Y e _h e a 3 D e S m Y eT lt Y Q AJ M a T eT zn j e F Oo m 3 D e Promethean software and upgrade policy ACTIVboard d
8. and certain flipchart properties Redo ke apply an action reversed by the Undo Tool Spotlight Mask all but the specifed spotlight area with a translucent black background Camera Capture images from your screen to use in your flipcharts Recognition Tool Kecognizes and converts freehand shapes into smooth geometric shapes and handwriting into editable text objects Power Tools Access a selection of special tools through the Power Tools Toolbox Magnify Magnify or Reduce the Flipchart page Reveal Mask and reveal the Flipchart from one of four directions top bottom left or right Undo Reverse the last edit or command performed in your Flipchart Text Tool Add titles labels or notes to your Flipchart Highlighter Pen Give emphasis to text annotations and images with a translucent pen Marquee Select Tool Click an object to select it or click and drag to select multiple objects selected objects can be edited moved and manipulated Color Palette Select colors for your flipcharts and the objects within them Pen Width Indicator Click and drag to select different sizes for your Pen Highlighter or Eraser Tools enriching teaching unlocking learning Power tools for advanced users In addition to our standard tools ACTIVstudio also contains additional Power E Reset tool he Reset tool allows you to set up activities in advance and reset the page quickly for the next student or group This
9. ative Classroom please check out our website http www prometheanworld com n america en html training case_ studies index shtml SSS Sa enriching teaching unlocking learning Safety First Before going any Further please familiarize yourself with the following information and ensure that the Health and Safety Guidelines supplied with your ACTIVboard are clearly displayed in your classroom IN Important safety notices and general precautions e Read all supplied instruction manuals carefully before operating your products e Adult supervision is recommended at all times when children are using the equipment e Promethean Is always pleased to advise customers about classroom layout and environment We do however always suggest that a space of Im sft is left either side of the board to allow for free movement Power Supply safety Your ACTIVboard is supplied with a universal voltage input power supply unit branded ACTIVboard type number FW7400 06 Inspect the power supply Unit for physical damage to the casing and wiring before use Do not connect any other power supply unit to your ACTIVboard system The power supply unit does not contain any user serviceable parts and must not be opened If suspected to be Faulty contact an authorized Promethean service agent to obtain a replacement power supply unit of the same type IF damage Is apparent take care to avoid contact with any potentially live parts Disconnect the power su
10. be provided by a third party We recommend that the ACTIVboard is mounted on the wall and that your projector is ceiling mounted A rolling stand is available From Promethean but is only recommended under special circumstances Certihed Promethean Installers can provide a complete installation service including board projector and sound system For the name of your nearest Promethean Partner please call 1 888 652 2848 and select option 2 Your ACTIVooard can be connected to your computer in a number of ways a Serial b USB or c Bluetooth with Bluetooth enabled ACTIVboards FT TG ant enriching teaching unlocking learning Important Note When installing the latching connector support both sides of the connector with your thumb and forefinger 1 To disconnect the latching connector support both sides of the connector with your thumb and forefinger and push the release button 2 with the forefinger of your other hand To avoid damaging the connection points please take care when connecting the serial cable or power cable to the board YOU MUST accurately line up the latching connector with the connection points inside the electronics panel and keep the connector straight at all times Serial connection Electronics Panel Rear view of ACTIVboard Latching serial connector outlet a Attach the latching connector on one end of the serial cable to the larger of the two sockets on the electronic
11. ease have the following information available when contacting us e The serial number of the Promethean ACTIVooard This can be found on the electronics cover on the back of the ACTIVboard visible from the left side of the ACTIVooard or on a pull down tab on the bottom right of your ACTIVboard e The model size of the Promethean ACTIVboard if known A description of the problem e You may also be asked to check version number of drivers firmware and other software Customer Support will follow an appropriate diagnosis and problem solving process and aim to achieve in call first time fix A unique call ID reference will be issued for every call Please note that on occasion the Customer may be requested to obtain Further information or to try the advice given and call back as required ee enriching teaching unlocking learning 5 m m Y eT lt Y oF AJ M 09 T eT m Y e F Oo m 3 D e 5 m Y eT lt Y Q AJ M 09 T eT zn as oO F e m 3 D z e For all warranties requiring a product return a Return Material Authorization number RMA must be obtained BEFORE sending goods back to Promethean This RMA must be clearly marked on the shipping container Promethean reserves the right to refuse the shipment If not properly marked Unless otherwise agreed all return shipments will be at the expense of the Customer Limited warrant
12. er of the board 3 While hovering hold down the barrel button on the ACTIVpen The illuminated flame on the board will flash blue for 2 minutes R enriching teaching unlocking learning Y oO eT an 0a oO lt e gt O lt o O Q Q Ta er er 00 Oo lt O C m gt A 2i Z o O Q rol 4 Return to your computer Within the 2 minute time limit in the Bluetooth Serial Utility window select New Enter ACTIVboard into the textbox and ensure the options are set as shown in the following screenshot EJ a 8 2 Bluetooth Or Discowerabie Set up Bluetooth Device Send File Browse Device Deen Bueisoch Preferences 5 Click on the Select Device button The Select Bluetooth Service options will be displayed 6 Select the Serial Port Device then COMI and click on the Select button Aesth gro a nae direction and apigia 10 use wiih the new Bluetooth Serial Part Hanke 2CTIVEOARD Port Direction U Inccening Gutgoing I Require Authentication l Require Encrpprice 1 Shona In Henek Preferences Port Type RS E52 Cancel w The illuminated flame on the board will stop flashing and change to a solid blue You now have wireless interaction enabled with Bluetooth Technology When the connection Is setup correctly the board will stay in wireless mode When you restart your Mac in range of the board it will automatical
13. erating system of your computer e Details of the problem including any error messages enriching teaching unlocking learning Professional Development and Training ACTIVinstruction Professional Development Check out our website for the most current Professional Development news and resources http www prometheanworld com n america en html training activinstruction shtml To get the most out of your ACTIVboard and ACTIVstudio ACTIVprimary software it is recommended that your staff receives training delivered by an Authorized Promethean Trainer Below you will find some great options that will help you get the most from your Promethean Collaborative Classroom Online Professional Development Promethean in co operation with Atomic Learning is pleased to announce online tutorials for Promethean teachers users These tutorials are meant for those who are just getting started with ACTIVstudio and ACTIVprimary This online instruction allows you to work at your own pace learning the basic tools and resources included with the ACTIVstudio and ACTIVprimary lesson development software Additional lessons are available through subscription to Atomic Learning Please visit the Promethean website link above to access this free option On Site Professional Development Deliverables End user basic proficiency a Training Manual for each participant electronic copies of the manuals and any other training materials used as part of the traini
14. ill only be able to use your software 3 times in unregistered mode aaa zz eoqg5 mesm g nn enriching teaching unlocking learning T eT V O O a p u O a p eT D O N Q A u Y oO eT 0a oO e gt O lt o oO Q Q Setting up your ACTIVboard Included in the box with your ACTIVboard you will find e A universal power supply and mains supply cable 2 items e A power cable which connects the board to the universal power supply e USB cable which connects the board to your computer If you wish to use a USB connection e Serial cable which connects the board to your computer if you wish to use a serial connection Installation guide template and wallmount instructions e Wall mounting brackets 2 upper brackets 2 lower brackets rubber Spacers amp washers 2 Rsalvpens e ACTIVstudio software for Macintosh and Windows computers e Supporting documentation Optional items e F you want to use USB but find the cable too short you may wish to purchase a third party device USB serial adapter such as Keyspan This device will allow you to connect the serial cable to a USB port on your computer Extra long serial cables are also available separately These can be provided by Promethean or your Promethean reseller e IF you wish to connect via Bluetooth and your computer does not have Bluetooth built in this can
15. installing ACTIVstudio or ACTIVprimary to give you access to thousands of pieces of clipart lesson plans etc 3 Refer to the user guide on your application CD for Full installation options and instructions Promethean recommends you read the user guide for Full product information To access the user guide please insert CD1 into your computer and click on the ACTIWmanuals button Installing your ACTIVboard software is done in 3 stages On a Windows based computer Stage 1 Install ACTIVstudio CD1 e Place the ACTIVstudio ACTIVprimary CD1 into the CD ROM drive IF auto play is enabled the main menu screen will automatically appear IF this menu does not automatically appear choose Run from the Start Menu In the Run dialog box type the drive letter that contains the CD ame pe mente eo or cimele oe meter reader ACTIVprimary button to launch the installation routine Follow the on screen instructions to install the software Click on the Exit button to exit from the menu window enriching teaching unlocking learning SECTION T eT 2 D O 5 O a p u O _h eT D N Q Q lt u T eT V O 5 O a p u oO F eT D N Q Q ay a u Stage 2 Install ACTIVdriver CD1 The ACTIVdriver enables your computer to recognize your ACTIVboard and MUST BE INSTALLED e Click on the ACTIVdriver button to launch the driver installati
16. launch the driver installation routine Follow on screen instructions to install the driver SSS ee enriching teaching unlocking learning Stage 3 Install the resources CD2 e Place the resources CD2 into the CD ROM drive shortly you will see the ACTIVstudio CD icon appear on your Mac desktop Double click on the ACTIVstudio CD icon Follow the on screen instructions to install the FESOUFCES Running your software Once you have finished installing the software and connecting your computer to the ACTIVboard you are ready to begin using your interactive whiteboard On a Windows based computer 1 Double click on the ACTIVstudio ACTIVprimary icon on your desktop or 1 Click on the Start button on the task bar From the menu select Programs then select ACTIVstudio ACTIVprimary group 2 Within the ACTIVstudio ACTIVprimary group locate and click on the application from the flyout menu 3 Enter your license information and serial number located on your installation CD case required first time only You will only be able to use your software 3 times in unregistered mode On a Macintosh computer 1 Locate the ACTIVstudio ACTIVprimary 622 SSS ae Program folder this should be displayed by m sie Bein Hab default after installation Men Een 2 Click on ACTIVstudio ACTIVprimary 3 Enter your license information and serial number located on your installation CD case required first time only You w
17. ly reconnect and you will have wireless interaction IF you have any connection issues perform the following procedure Click on Applications gt Utilities gt Bluetooth Serial Utility Select the ACTIVBOARD device and click on the Delete button ee a enriching teaching unlocking learning Hover the ACTIVpen over the illuminated logo and hold the barrel button until the illuminated flame turns white Then repeat the procedures as described in Connect to the ACTIVboard on page 14 Calibrate the ACTIVboard Se fae a Connect and position your projector according to the instructions supplied with the projector unit b Ihe projected image needs to be aligned with the computer screen image Ensure the projected image fits within the edge strips of the board c Hold the pen up to the center of the illuminated logo in the top left hand corner of the board to start the calibration program Do not press In with the pen When prompted click on the board to begin the calibration process d Five crosses will appear on the screen in succession one in each corner of the board and one on the left hand side Click accurately in the center of each cross as they appear The calibration utility will automatically close after clicking on the Sth cross your board is now calibrated R enriching teaching unlocking learning Ta er er oa C Oo O m gt A 4 Z Co O Q Q gt O
18. new tool allows you to move quickly and smoothly through activities making it easier to keep students on task Calculator tool he calculator not only functions like a normal calculator but allows all students to see the results and the entire computation A simple click of the pen pastes the entire formula on the ACTIVstudio page Working Protractor ACI Vstudio s interactive protractor remains translucent over any image and has built in rotation capability The degree of rotation Is visible and students can interact with the protractor using the pen tool to draw pie segments ACTIVstudio s zoom tool allows everyone in the room to see the image as closely as desired Interactive Ruler he interactive ruler allows you and your students to measure any image on the screen using inches centimeters or millimeters Easily rotated the ruler shows the degree of rotation and has the added bonus of allowing users to draw straight lines Like the protractor the ruler is Functional and easy to read even when magnified Notes feature Teachers creating lessons in ACTIVstudio will enjoy the new notes feature This tool allows you to write lesson notes and ideas on each page enabling you to easily share lesson plans with colleagues Freehand camera tool In addition to traditional camera tools that allow you to capture rectangular screens from other applications ACTIVstudio s exclusive freehand camera tool allows you to draw around the exac
19. ng Participants will e Learn how to setup the ACTIVboard and install ACTIVstudio software e Be informed how to overcome some of the common issues dealt with by Promethean Technical Support Personnel e Receive an orientation to the resources and support provided on the Promethean website e Receive an overview of the tools included with the product enriching teaching unlocking learning pue JUsWdojanog eUuoIssajoid L 5 oa pue JUsWdojanog euOoIssajoid L oa e Explore examples and resources included in the product e Complete the hands on activities included in the manuals e Develop a sample lesson related to their area of instruction e Present their sample lesson to all the participants in the class e Discuss and review outcomes e Be included on the Promethean e mail distribution list a Promethean newsletter will periodically be sent to all persons on this list e Receive a certificate of achievement Two Day Train The Trainer Professional Development Deliverables In depth look at the Functionality of the software application skills on basic technical support for the ACTIVboard and other Promethean products Electronic copies of all software manuals and other training materials needed to redeliver training to Promethean users Participants will Be expected to be at least a novice user of the Promethean product for which they are undertaking training e Have a prepared lesson to presen
20. on routine Follow on screen instructions to install the driver e USB CONNECTION ONLY Once the driver has been installed refer to the USB Getting Started Guide for full instructions on how to configure your ACTIVoboard Most users should not need to refer to the USB Getting Started guide unless they have connected the ACTIVboard to the computer before installing the ACTIVdriver However Windows XP users must follow the instructions provided in theUSB Getting Started Guide for their ACTIVboard to work correctly Stage 3 Install the resources CD2 Remove the AC I IVstudio AC TIVprimary CD1 from the CD ROM drive and insert the resources CD2 IF the CD does not autorun choose Run from the Start Menu In the Run dialog box type the drive letter that contains the CD and type setup exe For example d setup exe Follow the on screen instructions to install the reSOUICes On a Macintosh computer Stage 1 Install ACTIVstudio CD1 e Place the ACTIVstudio ACTIVprimary CD1 into the CD ROM drive shortly afterwards you will see the ACTIVstudio AC TIVprimary CD icon appear on your Mac desktop Double click on the ACTIVstudio ACTIVprimary CD icon then double click on the Promethean software installer icon Follow the on screen instructions to install the software Stage 2 Install ACTIVdriver CD1 The ACTIVdriver enables your computer to recognize your ACTIVdoard and must be installed Click on the ACTIVdriver button to
21. onnect to the ACTIVboard 1 Use the ACTIVpen to hover over the illuminated flame located in the top left hand corner of the board 2 While hovering hold down the barrel button on the ACTIVpen The illuminated flame on the board will flash blue for 2 minutes enriching teaching unlocking learning Y oO eT an 0Q oO lt e gt O lt o O Q Q Y oO eT 0a Oo e gt O lt o O Q oF 3 Return to your computer Within the 2 minute time limit select the paired Serial Port Device icon then click on Bluetooth gt Connect to Bluetooth Serial Port 4 When connected the illuminated flame will display as solid blue and the Bluetooth software will tell you which Com port has been assigned to the board Start the ACTIVdriver 1 Right click on the ACTIVcontrol icon located in the taskbar and select Configure he ACTIVcontrol window will open 2 Next to the ACTIWdevice port select which Com port has been assigned to the Bluetooth connection then click start E AcTiVecontrol Activation Status Alot Aumeung ACTH devica pmt coma hi EM Stal Startup Option 3 Click OK to close the ACTIVcontrol window The Serial Port Device icon will change when connected correctly 2 You now have wireless interaction enabled with Bluetooth technology When the connection is setup correctly the board will stay in wireless mode When you resta
22. ontrol device not found This means that your computer is not communicating with your ACTIVboard Follow the directions as for Why does my ACTIVboard display Hardware not detected The ACTIVboard is not interactive and the cursor doesn t Follow the pen when I move it across the ACTIVboard what should I do Follow the directions as for Why does my ACTIVodoard display Hardware not detected Why does ACTIVboard show a blue screen with the words No signal amp This problem is due to the connection between your computer and your projector not the ACTIVboard itself Check with the projector s user manual to determine why the connection between the projector and your computer is not working Ihe two devices may not be connected correctly or the projector s input or your computer s output settings are not correc There is nothing on my monitor laptop but there is an image on the ACTIVboard what should I do if I want to see the image on both of them There may be a problem with your computer s settings Many PC computers have a function key with LCD CRT on it commonly the F5 or F8 keys You can typically press the FN key in combination with either of these keys to toggle between different modes to view the computer s image on the computer only projector only or both You may need to refer to your computer s help files or manual Q Why is the image displayed on the ACTIVboard n
23. or information about the ACTIVooard s student peripherals the ACTIVote and ACTIVslate As with any new investment you might have questions or need some help throughout the learning process This guide is designed to ensure that you are up and running as quickly as possible Since you have invested in SO much more than an interactive whiteboard please be sure to read the Collaborative Classroom section of this booklet to discover how you can take teaching and learning to the next level All of us at Promethean are confident that you will soon join other educators who have already seen an amazing transformation in their classrooms Welcome to the Promethean experience Sincerely The Promethean Team SSS ee enriching teaching unlocking learning The Promethean Collaborative Classroom Promethean s aim is to help you enrich the learning experience for your students Promethean offers the only complete collaborative teaching system created specifically for education By combining Promethean ACTIVstudio or ACTIVprimary lesson development software with an ACTIVboard ACTIVote group response system and ACTIVslate wireless participation devices teachers are empowered to create truly interactive lessons enriching teaching unlocking learning oO U e oO eT gt oO Q O 2 v o e Q r o 2 Q V V O e 3 5 O U e 3 O oT gt M O A o A oO Q S lt O
24. ot square It is likely your projector has a setting called keystone Refer to your projector manual to determine how to access this feature and to make the image become square on the ACTIVboard enriching teaching unlocking learning Tl m M 2 lt J gt V a M Q O z M V Q u N Ul Tl m M 2 un D gt V gt M Q z MD V Oo V N Somebody has written on the board with a dry erase marker how can I clean it amp We recommend standard dry erase board cleaners What should I do if the nib for my ACTIVpen is lost or damaged The nibs can be replaced free of charge within the warranty period Please contact Technical Support and replacements will be sent out to you Please make sure they are inserted correctly with the flat end inserted into the pen and the tapered end used as the nib How can I contact Technical Support Technical Support can be contacted in the following ways Telephone Mon to Fri 8am to 6pm Eastern at 1 888 652 2848 option 3 e mail support us prometheanworld com Website http www prometheanworld com n america en html customer_care contact shtml You will also find driver and software updates on the website Before contacting us please make sure that you have the following information ready e The serial number of the ACTIVboard e The version number of the driver installed e The op
25. pply unit from the electrical mains power outlet at the wall socket and contact an authorized Promethean service agent for advice or replacement The power supply unit is supplied with a suitable mains power input lead for your specific country Do not attempt to modify the mains outlet unit at the wall socket IF a compatibility issue exists contact Promethean or one of its SSS enriching teaching unlocking learning VY Q a p D lt al m V SECTION V D a p M eT lt 1 um V ee service agents before attempting to connect the Power Supply Unit to the mains power outlet at the wall socket Projector safety LCD projectors emit a beam of concentrated light Do not stare at the beam for any length of time e Face away from the projector while working at your interactive whiteboard as far as is reasonably practicable e While facing your class always stand outside the projected beam Before cleaning the air filters ensure that the equipment is switched off and cooled down to an appropriate temperature You may want to do this activity frst thing in the morning Compliance This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules Operation is subject to the Following two conditions 1 This device may not cause harmful interference and 2 This device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation Changes or modifications to this equipment not expre
26. rivers and other software It is Promethean s policy to provide to registered customers updates during the warranty period of the ACTIVodoard free of charge Software updates may be acquired as a download either via the website http www prometheanworld com n america en html customer_care contact shtml or via a new CD Promethean reserves the right to choose which delivery vehicle is most appropriate Shipping and handling charges for updates via CD may apply New applications and major updates Promethean reserves the right to charge for new applications such as AC TIVprimary or major updates such as moving from version 1 x to 2 x SSS ee enriching teaching unlocking learning O enriching teaching unlocking learning S m m Y 5 eT lt Y Q AJ M 09 T eT m Y Oo u Oo m 3 D e 5 Promethean Inc 1165 Sanctuary Parkway Oak View I Suite 400 Alpharetta GA 30004 X promethean vsa Tel 678 762 1500 or 1 888 652 2848 enrich enlighten inspire Fax 678 762 7700 www prometheanworld com TP 1576 US
27. rt your PC in range of the board it will automatically reconnect and you will have wireless interaction If you have any connection issues perform the following procedure Hover the ACTIVpen over the illuminated logo and hold the barrel button until the illuminated flame turns white Then repeat the procedures for Connect to the ACTIVboard and Start the ACTIVdriver as described above SSS enriching teaching unlocking learning On a Mac based computer The following instructions are for Panther OSX 10 3 only Set up the device 1 Click on the Bluetooth Icon in the top menu bar and select Set up Bluetooth Device EJ E amp om Bluetooth On w CiSconwera ble et up Eluctooth Device Send Fit Browse Device Deen Buersoch Preferemdes 2 Ihe Bluetooth Setup Assistant window will open click on the Continue button 3 A list of devices will be displayed Select Other Device then Continue 4 Your Mac will now search for and list all Devices that are in range Select Serial Port Device and click Continue 5 Enter 0000 into the passkey textbox then click Continue 6 The device is now set up Click on the red Close button located in the top left hand corner of the window Connect to the ACTIVboard 1 On your local hard drive select Applications gt Utilities gt Bluetooth Serial Utility 2 Use the ACTIVpen to hover over the illuminated flame located in the top left hand corn
28. s Hold the pen down over the corner of the bottom left alignment mark The board will beep and the calibration program will start Follow the on board Instructions 2 While in ACTIVstudio ACTIVprimary e 4 software Start the calibration from the board as above or if you are using ACTIVstudio you can click on the calibrate icon on the ACTIVstudio toolbar calibrate icon Why does my ACTIVboard display Hardware not detected 1 Check the ACTIVboard is powered up and correctly connected to the PC laptop 2 Reset the board see How do reset my ACTIVooard 3 IF the PC laptop was not available at the time of installation please make sure the ACTIVadriver is installed as well as the software and FESOUFCES 4 Refer to the following instructions depending on your connection method Tl m M 2 lt J gt V gt M Q O z M V mi e u ee GT se enriching teaching unlocking learning enriching teaching unlocking learning N W Tl m M 2 un D gt V gt M Q z MD V e u NJ I USB connection The person installing your ACTIVboard should configure one port to use with the ACTIVboard and this port should be used each time IF you wish you can configure the other ports please refer to the USB Getting Started Guide in the manuals section of your Application CD1 Serial connection Right click on the AV icon in the system tray bot
29. s panel rear top right of the ACIIVboard and secure the cable to the board with the clip underneath b Connect the other end of the serial cable to the serial port on your computer enriching teaching unlocking learning Y oO eT an 0a oO e gt O lt o O Q Q Y oO er u 0a oO e gt O lt o O Q Q c Plug the connector from the power supply into the socket on the back of the serial connector d Connect the A C cable to the power supply e Plug the A C cable into power strip or wall outlet f SUMMARY USB connection Rear view of Computer ACTIVboard Electronics _ Rear view of ACTIVboard Rear view of ACTIVboard Rear view of ACTIVboard outlet a Attach one end of the USB cable to the USB socket on the electronics panel rear top right of the ACTIVboard and secure the cable to the ACTIVboard with the clip underneath After installing your Promethean software and driver you can then attach the other end of the USB cable to a free USB port on your computer b Attach the latching connector on one end of the power cable to the electronics panel rear top right of the ACTIVboard and secure the cable to the ACTIVooard with the clip underneath Connect the other end of the power cable to the power supply Connect the A C cable to the power supply Plug the A C cable into power strip or wall outlet
30. ssly approved by Promethean may void the user s authority to operate this equipment For non intentional radio parts this equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation This equipment generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions may cause harmful interference to radio communications However there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on the user Is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures e keorient or relocate the receiving antenna e Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver e Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected e Consult the dealer or an experienced radio TV technician for help enriching teaching unlocking learning Installation of software and drivers Important notes 1 All software should be installed onto the computer you will be using with your ACTIVboard before connecting the two together 2 Please remember to install the resources after
31. t part of the image that Is desired Then you can quickly and easily add the selected image to your lesson page or resource library This new camera tool allows for quick customization of lessons from virtually any application or website enriching teaching unlocking learning gt 0 lt V eT Q oy soise gt A V er Q O o S2ISe Built in whole group student assessment AC TIVstudio J supports ACTWote wireless assessment handhelds and ACTIVote VR Freq uen tly As ked assessment software for OS X With ACTIVstudio you can create e questions using the wizard application called the Question Master Questions Additionally any Flipchart page can be easily converted into a question page Finally ACTIVstudio allows you to use questions over websites or posed verbally to track student responses Why is the cursor not lining up with the tip of my ACTIVpen IF the cursor Is not lining up with the pen nid the board needs to be calibrated Ihe calibration program can be started in the following ways 1 While not in ACTIVstudio ACTIVprimary Right click on the AV Icon In the system tray bottom right of screen by the clock and click on calibrate Follow the on board Instructions or IF you are using an ACTIVboard 78 hold the pen down over the light in the top left corner with the pen The board will beep and the calibration program will start Follow the on board instructions Other board
32. t to other participants in the training session e Learn how to setup the ACTIVboard and install ACTIVstudio software e Be informed of some of the most common technical support issues dealt with by Promethean Technical Support personnel e Receive an orientation to the resources and support provided on Promethean s website e Receive an in depth look at the tools included in with the product Explore examples and resources included in the product Complete the hands on activities included in the manuals e Demonstrate expert knowledge of the board In a question and answer session while at the board Simulate an actual question and answer session during training e Demonstrate a superior knowledge of the ACTIVboard and ACTIVstudio by completing a written exam and achieving an 85 or above pass score e Present their sample lesson to all the participants in the class e Discuss and review outcomes e Be included on the Promethean e mail distribution list a Promethean newsletter will periodically be sent to all persons on this list Receive a certificate of achievement Customer Requirements for on site Training e Staff Development must be scheduled at least 3 weeks in advance e Facility to accommodate 15 participants and trainer comfortably e Trainer station with ACTIVooard and projector connected and current version ACTIVstudio or other Promethean software needed for the training installed e 15 computers with current version of ACTIVs
33. this document is subject to change without notice Any use of the contents of this User Manual other than for the purpose intended requires express written permission of Promethean Technologies Group Ltd All trademarks noted with the IM mark are the properties of their respective companies NOTE All utility and driver software provided to operate ACTIV products is the property of Promethean Use of this software Is granted for the purpose of installation set up and operation of ACTIV products and the standard feature set outlined in this guide Promethean does not encourage or authorize any other use Additional application software is provided from time to time as a service to our customers This software Is licensed to the end user by the supplier Use possession and upgrades are the responsibility of that supplier Registered owners of Promethean product should contact those suppliers directly for support Copyright Promethean Technologies Group Ltd 2005 SS nn bybyz gt enriching teaching unlocking learning Q e er D er V 5 A e 3 o Welcome Dear Educator We are so excited that you have decided to partner with Promethean in revolutionizing your classroom By purchasing an ACTIVboard with ACTIVstudio lesson development software you have laid the foundations of a Promethean Collaborative Classroom When you feel ready to incorporate real time assessment and increased Interaction please contact us f
34. tom right of the screen by the clock and select configure Use the ACTIVdevice port drop down list to select search it is at the top Click Start and the status will change to Running Click OK Serial connection through Keyspan adapter Make sure the light on the Keyspan is on and steady If there is no light check the driver is installed if the light is flashing reset the board by clicking Start then Control Panel and identifying ACTIVdriver from the list under Add Remove programs CD How do I reset my ACTIVboard amp Sometimes the ACTIVboard will require a reset If you are experiencing some of the technical issues outlined below This can be done by powering down the board for 30 seconds Power down the board by unplugging the power supply to the board at the wall and then re connect the board to the power outlet after 30 seconds Can I use ACTIVstudio to prepare lesson on my laptop at home when the Hardware not detected message is displayed amp The watermark is there when the ACTIVboard is not connected but you can still prepare the flipchart Ihe watermark is not saved or printed so when the flipchart is opened with a board connected It will no longer be there To make it easier to prepare lessons Promethean recommends the ACTIVtablet SSS ae enriching teaching unlocking learning Why is there a red X through the AV icon in the system tray and when I hover over it says ACTIVc
35. tudio or other Promethean software needed for the training and the current drivers installed laptop preferred e ACTIVslate optional e Participants should have knowledge of the computer s operating system prior to the training Please call or e mail to set up on site professional development in your district Telephone 1 888 652 2848 choose sales option or e mail training us prometheanworld com Other training materials can be found on the Promethean website www prometheanworld com pue Juswdojanaq EUOISSIJOAA L oa enriching teaching unlocking learning enriching teaching unlocking learning 5 m Y eT lt Y Q AJ M 09 T eT zn j e F Oo m 3 D e Warranty and Registration Information Limited warranty As further set forth below Promethean Inc 1165 Sanctuary Parkway Oak View Suite 400 Alpharetta GA 30004 USA Promethean warrants to the end user purchaser the Customer of this product that it will be free from defect in material and workmanship under normal operating conditions This limited warranty is for the original end user purchaser only and cannot be transferred or assigned to another company or individual Limited warranty period and scope of coverage The Promethean ACTIVboard is covered by a limited return to base warranty for a period of three 3 years Pens included with the ACTIVboard are covered by a one 1
36. y exclusions Promethean will not be liable for and the limited warranty will not apply to e Products that have been modified or repaired including any attempt to do so by anyone other than Promethean authorized personnel Use of the product other than according to the manufacturer s instructions included with the product e Deliberate or accidental damage to the product howsoever caused including without limitation shipping installation other than through a Certified Promethean Installer misuse abuse movement of equipment power failures or fluctuations relocation of equipment fire flood war act of violence Services such as reinstallation or relocation of hardware for which there may be additional charges Other items included within the package such as cables brackets and fittings These items are provided AS IS Damage to the surface of your ACTIVboard caused 1 through a cleaning regime not in accordance with the Cleaning amp Maintenance section of the ACTIVboard s user guide or 2 by the application of inappropriate cleaning materials solvents or abrasives SSS ee enriching teaching unlocking learning Statutory rights and disclaimer of unstated warranties The limited warranty printed in this document is the only warranty applicable to this purchase ALL OTHER WARRANTIES EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR
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