Promethean ActivBoard 78 User Guide
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1. Notify the Health and Safety or Facilities Management officials and seek specialist advice Ensure you are equipped with suitable protective equipment before commencing work Wear a protective mask to prevent inhalation and ingestion if the installation requires drilling of materials or contact with dust either in the air or on surfaces Wear suitable eye protection when drilling Wear protective gloves in cases where dust is generated and or insulation materials are handled Installation Options The wall mounting option allows maximum flexibility for the many types of walls found in building construction If you feel that none of the suggested mounting instructions suit your situation consult the building plans or a reliable contractor for further assistance with your installation Wall Mounting Parts supplied e Wall Mount Accessory Kit e TP 1443 Installation Leaflet Plugs and screws are not supplied for fixing the brackets as these can vary dramatically dependent upon the nature of the wall You must use the appropriate fixing for your type of wall ACTIVboard User Guide Wall Mounting Procedure 1 Determine a suitable position for your ACTIVboard Ideally this should be a flat and solid wall Fixing to a wall other than a flat wall may require the use of battens or our alternative fixing brackets Determine the presence and location of all electrical wiring and pipes before fixing the brackets2. ACTIVBOARD gt ACTIVboard 78 User Guide USA Edition TP 1513 Issue 1 PROMETHEAN INC 8601 Dunwoody Place Suite 108 Atlanta GA 30350 All rights reserved All information contained in 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 Inc All trademarks noted with the mark are the properties of their respective companies NOTE All utility and driver software provided to operate the ACTIVboard system is the property of Promethean Use of this software is granted for the purpose of installation set up and operation of the ACTIVboard system and its 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 Inc 2004 ACTIVboard User Guide Table of Contents lu ele ie EE 1 ABOUL TAG QUIdE a rennen 1 G tting FI De ee ae ee 1 User Group For ans ie 1 Online Help ee ee 1 Support and Information E 2 Health and Safety Precautions EE 3 Hazardous Et E 3 ee 3 Environmental Considerations ENEE 3 Mains Elect
3. Wires and pipes may be embedded within the wall Use a proximity detector to check the location of these if necessary Ensure the brackets will not be fixed within 150mm of any electrical wiring or pipes 2 Measure up Mark the wall with a horizontal line at 950mm from the floor then mark the position of the bracket holes according to the dimensions given in the TP 1443 Installation Leaflet 3 Prepare wall For a conventional solid flat wall drill the bracket holes with a suitable masonry drill Other types of wall may require different drill types Insert the appropriate plugs Screw in the brackets as described in the TP 1443 Installation Leaflet 4 Fix into position Two people are required to safely install move and position the ACTIVboard Before lifting the ACTIVboard into position ensure the required cables are connected to the electronics panel on the rear of the ACTIVboard Lift the ACTIVboard up parallel with the wall and tilt the board forward slightly resting the bottom of the board on the bottom brackets Take extreme care to avoid the ACTIVboard falling off the brackets Align the brackets on the rear of the ACTIVboard with the wall brackets and then lift it so that the brackets engage The ACTIVboard should now slide down and the bottom should rest in the bottom brackets Ensure that all brackets are fully engaged ACTIVboard User Guide Portable Stand A portable stand which is height adjustab
4. Guide Maintenance amp Cleaning Do not use abrasive powders soap detergents or petroleum based cleaners or solvents on the ACTIVboard surface Scratches cannot be repaired or removed and will make ink and stain removal in that area difficult Do not use metal brushes scrapers or abrasive cleaning cloths The surface of the ACTIVboard is made to very high standards of durability In normal use you can expect satisfactory results every time with proper maintenance Due to the high quality of projection surface it is not recommended that dry wipe markers are used on a regular basis If however the surface needs cleaning after the use of such markers we recommend the following methods e For normal dry wipe markers use Sandford Expo Towelettes 81850 Do not use a board rubber e For permanent markers use Sandford spray cleaner 81803 You should be able to obtain these products from an office supplies company A polish with standard household spray polish will restore the smooth writing surface after cleaning
5. Precautions Hazardous Material Ensure you read the safety notices on page 5 prior to installing your system Danger of exposure to hazardous materials Contact a specialist for advice if you suspect your building contains hazardous materials Power Supply This ACTIVboard system is supplied with a universal voltage input Power Supply Unit PSU branded ACTIVboard type number FW7400 6 This is the only approved type of PSU for use with an ACTIVboard system Do not connect any other PSU to the ACTIVboard system The PSU 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 PSU ofthe same type Inspect the PSU for physical damage to the casing and wiring before use If damage is apparent take care to avoid contact with any potentially live parts Disconnect the PSU from the electrical mains supply at the wall socket and contact an authorized Promethean service agent for advice or replacement The PSU is supplied with a suitable mains input lead for your specific country It may also be supplied with additional mains leads in the case where the country has more than one type mains plug Only use the lead which is compatible with your mains outlet socket Do not attempt to modify the mains lead If a compatibility issue exists contact Promethean or one of its service agents before attempting to connect the unit to the m
6. IV range of products software and resources Online Help The software applications include complete documentation in an accessible online help system This includes information on all of the tools and features Accessing Online Help Do one of the following e From the Installation CD splash screen click on the online documentation icon and select the help file from the list of documentation e Click the Help link from the tool tips window which is displayed when the software opens e Inthe ACTIV software access the menu and select Help e From the windows start menu select programs from the popup menu and select the appropriate software from the fly out menu Select the software icon from the secondary fly out menu to launch the software The online help will open in a new window The format is designed to allow easy navigation so you can view each topic using the contents list or find information about a specific topic by using the index or search options ACTIVboard User Guide Support and Information e Service and support 678 762 1500 Open Monday Friday 0900 1700 hours e Free upgrades or revisions via the Promethean website to keep you informed of the latest features www activboard com e Notification of related products or software releases that may enhance the capabilities and value of your system are available on the Promethean website ACTIVboard User Guide Health and Safety
7. VGA or better video capabilities when used with an LCD projector The LCD can only be used to its maximum resolution and color depth when the video output of your computer video board matches the LCD manufacturer s recommendation for the specific model you are using The ACTIVboard has no upper limit to resolve your projected image or color depth other than the limits of the LCD projector in use Preparation Set up your LCD projection equipment and connect to your computer according to the instructions supplied with those components Framing the Screen Image Note The active surface of the ACTIVboard extends from edge to edge so your ACTIVpen will work anywhere on the ACTIVboard surface Switch your projector on and project the screen image onto the ACTIVboard Position the image and adjust the size so the image falls within the edge strip which is fitted around the edge of the ACTIVboard Additional LCD Projector Adjustment Most LCD projectors have a framing control that may require adjusting manually Additionally many projectors have an auto image feature which will automatically adjust the image size and match the display to your computer graphics card This is to ensure the screen image is not clipped at the top bottom or edges Consult your LCD Projector manual if you are not familiar with this control feature Note Perform the auto image or framing control procedure before calibrating the ACTIVboard ACTIVboard Use
8. ains supply Environmental Considerations Operating temperature 32 F to 122 F 0 C to 50 C Humidity non condensing 0 to 90 Mains Electrical Supply Mains electrical supply 100 to 240 Volts AC RMS Frequency 50Hz to 60Hz Current supply 300mA RMS ACTIVboard User Guide 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 expressly approved by Promethean may void the user s authority to operate this equipment ACTIVboard User Guide Installation Safety Notices The following precautions must be undertaken before proceeding with any installation which involves either fixing to or contact with the fabric of a building Determine the presence of potentially hazardous materials e g asbestos before commencing work Prior to commencing work consult the building plans if they are available Alternatively seek professional advice on the potential risk of contact with hazardous materials If you suspect hazardous materials are present the installation must only be undertaken by specialist contractors If hazardous materials are found or suspected after commencing work stop the installation immediately and evacuate the room
9. he ACTIVboard provides a projection screen for your LCD projector to display your computer s video output while replacing your mouse or trackball with a humanized writing tool in the shape of a pen Safety Notices Be aware of the following general precautions before operating any products Read all supplied instruction manuals carefully before operating your products Adult supervision is recommended at all times when children are operating the equipment Promethean are always pleased to advise customers about classroom layout and environment We do however always suggest that a space of 1m is left either side of the board to allow for free movement The system has been designed and set up by trained personnel Do not attempt to alter it in any way you may increase the risk of system malfunction If the system malfunctions never attempt any repairs by yourself it will invalidate your warranty Your LCD projector emits a beam of concentrated light Do not stare at the beam for any length of time Face away from the projector whilst working at the ACTIVboard as far as is reasonably practicable Whilst 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 It is recommended that this activity is carried out first thing in the morning ACTIVboard User Guide Projector Recommendations
10. le can be purchased separately contact Promethean for more information To fix the ACTIVboard screw the wall mounting brackets to the stand at the preferred height position Maximum load on the ACTIVboard stands must not exceed 30KG Read all instructions before using the stand Never attempt to adjust the height of the stand without first removing the ACTIVboard from the stand Always ensure the two upper arm adjustment knobs are tight prior to using your ACTIVboard Software Installation You must install the software before connecting the ACTIVboard system to your computer Instructions on how to install the software are included in the Quick Start Guide Electrical Connections Instructions on how to connect the ACTIVboard system to your computer are included in the Quick Start Guide supplied with your installation CD Extending the Interface Cable Serial The ACTIVboard system is supplied with an 8m serial cable as standard You may extend this distance up to a maximum cable length of 20m using the long cable set which is available separately from Promethean USB The ACTIVboard system is supplied with a 5m USB cable This may be extended up to a maximum of 30m by the use of either multiple active repeater cables or multiple USB hubs and passive cables For example you can use five 5m active repeater cables and a 5m passive cable or five USB hubs and six 5m passive cables ACTIVboard User Guide Operation T
11. n be performed easily at any time If your installation of the ACTIVboard and the projection equipment is permanent you will only have to re calibrate after any adjustment affecting projected image size is made or a different computer is used In a non permanent set up should you or anyone move the projector or the table or the ACTIVboard if mounted on a stand and it is moved during or prior to the end of your ACTIVboard projection session you will have to re calibrate The projected image should be within the edge strip on the ACTIVboard To launch the calibration program press the pen tip in the center of the illuminated spot located in the top left hand corner of the board Or e Fora Windows Computer Launch the calibration utility by right clicking on the driver icon in the system tray which is located in the bottom right hand corner of the Windows screen e Fora Mac Computer Launch the calibration utility by double clicking on the ACTIVboard icon in the System Preferences screen then click on the ACTIVboard tab and select Calibrate The calibration program will prompt you to click on the active area with the pen The calibration program will then project a calibration cross Click the pen accurately on the centre of the cross and another cross will appear When you have clicked on five calibration crosses the calibration utility will automatically close Your ACTIVboard system is now calibrated 11 ACTIVboard User
12. r Guide ACTIVpen Your ACTIVpen controls your computer your application software and your operating system as you touch click and draw directly on the ACTIVboard during your class presentation or meeting Two pens are supplied so in the event of accident or loss you will always have a spare The ACTIVpens tune themselves to the board and are not designed to operate alternately When using a new ACTIVpen for the first time it is advisable to approach the ACTIVboard surface slowly to allow the board to tune into the new pen You are advised to use one pen at a time keeping the spare in a safe place The pen tip is the equivalent of the LEFT mouse button The side button is the equivalent of the RIGHT mouse button The pens have a removable tip which can be replaced should it become worn with use Contact Promethean Customer Services for a replacement Changing the ACTIVpen tip 1 Pull out the existing tip with your fingers or tweezers 2 Insert the replacement tip and push into place fully Note There are no user replaceable parts inside the ACTIVpens Do not attempt to disassemble them ACTIVboard User Guide Calibrating the ACTIVboard The projected image must be aligned with the computer referenced screen image orthographic correction each time the LCD projector is moved or set up This is to align the pen and computer pointer image Calibrating the ACTIVboard is a simple and quick procedure that ca
13. rical SURBIVn une 3 EENEG 4 er ANAT wessen nee ee ae ee 5 Safety ler 5 Installation Se MONS EEN 5 Wall MOUNINO erinan EEN 5 Portable Ss and Ea ee ee a ee 7 Software Installation EE 7 Steen nnnm ennen 7 Extending the Interface Cable E 7 Serial ale 7 E 7 OPSTAO E 8 Safety le 8 Eege 9 EECH nee 9 EE 9 Framing the Screen Image an ne 9 Additional LCD Projector Adjustment nn 9 AU 8 g emer rer ee nee Barker 10 Changing the ACTIVpen tip aa 10 Calibrating the AC TlVboard nn 11 Maintenance amp Cleanimg en 12 ACTIVboard User Guide ACTIVboard User Guide Introduction About this guide This user guide will help you install set up and operate your ACTIVboard system Should you require information about installing your software or making electrical connections refer to the Quick Start Guide Other documentation and text files relating to your system are included on your installation CD in PDF format In order to view this documentation you must install the Adobe Acrobat reader which is also available on the installation CD Getting Help User Group Forum http www activboard com forum htm The User Group forum allows you to post discussion topics and share information surrounding the use of the ACTIVboard system with other users You will be asked to register your details to become a member when you visit the forum You are encouraged to join and visit the forum regularly for news about updates to the ACT
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