User Manual
37-902834-01Quick start for InterWrite MeetingPad
Tip
Batteries
Cap
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Quick start for InterWrite
MeetingPad
Note: For additional information, see the InterWrite MeetingPad help file on the CD-ROM.
InterWrite MeetingPad is a wireless pen-input tablet system incorporating
GTCO CalComps patented technology. MeetingPad consists of a cordless
tablet and cordless pen, with several accessories and a power supply for
recharging. Up to eight MeetingPads communicate wirelessly with a PC
through a small radio receiver attached to the PC.
MeetingPad works with InterWrite Software to enable individual users to
create, view, annotate and share a wide range of visual information.
MeetingPad can also be used with InterWrite MeetingBoard to expand
collaboration to any meeting participant anywhere in the room. In these
various configurations, MeetingPad supports group collaboration ranging
from small, informal meetings to large, multi-site conferences.
Installing MeetingPad
1. Unpack MeetingPad and assure all components are present:
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Tablet
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Recharger
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CD-ROM
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Pen
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Pen batteries
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Pen cord
2. Recharge the tablet for at least 3 hours, or until the BATTERY light on the
tablet goes off:
a. Connect the chargers cable to the POWER jack on the tablet.
b. Plug the charger into an AC power outlet.
c. When charging is complete, unplug the charger from the power outlet,
then disconnect the chargers cable from the tablet.
3. Install the pen batteries in the pen:
a. Unscrew pen cap, then
gently slide off pen cover.
b. Insert batteries as
shown here, with +
toward pen tip.
c. Replace pen cover,
then screw on pen cap.
Note: You can operate the pen without batteries by connecting it to the
tablet with the pen cord. This also keeps the pen tethered to the tablet,
making it less likely to be lost. Instructions are included with the pen.
4. If your system doesnt have a MeetingPad receiver (available separately),
install one now:
a. Turn off the computer and disconnect the keyboard.
b. Using the Y-cable provided with the receiver, connect the receiver and
the keyboard to the computer (as shown here).
PC
Kybd
Serial
Keyboard
Receiver
From InterWrite MeetingBoard
or DrawingBoard Interactive
Y- c ab le
c. If your system includes an InterWrite MeetingBoard or DrawingBoard
Interactive, connect it to the receiver with a 9-pin serial cable.
d. Turn on the computer.
5. Install InterWrite software on your Windows 95/98/ME/NT/2000 PC:
a. Remove all existing graphic tablet drivers from your computer.
b. Insert the MeetingPad CD-ROM into the computers CD-ROM drive.
c. Wait for the installation program to launch. Note: If the installation pro-
gram does not start on its own, launch setup.exe on the CD-ROM.
d. Follow the instructions to install InterWrite.
e. Remove the CD-ROM.
f. Restart the PC. The InterWrite icon should appear in the Taskbar.
Using MeetingPad
Note:
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Up to 8 MeetingPads can communicate with one receiver.
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Each MeetingPad must be within 40 feet (12m) of its intended receiver.
Reception depends on local conditions, and performance may vary in
your facility.
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MeetingPad receivers must be at least 75 feet (23m) apart.
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To turn MeetingPad on or off: Press the ON button.
Note: If there is no pen activity for 35 seconds, MeetingPad will enter a
low-power mode to conserve its batteries. To begin using MeetingPad
again, press the ON button or touch the tablet surface with the pen. If
MeetingPad has been idle for an extended period, you may need to press
the ON button.
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To connect MeetingPad to the system: Press MeetingPads LINK button,
select a user profile and log in.
User profiles set the default pen color and width, and enable users to be
identified by different cursor shapes. Create and edit user profiles using
the Add/Edit User Profile button.
Note: Only one MeetingPad can link in at a time. If the login window is
displayed, clear it to enable another MeetingPad to link.
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To write, draw or interact with the system: Press the pen on MeetingPads
surface, then move it across the surface. Simulate mouse button clicks as
shown below.
Tip: Quick start for InterWrite Software contains instructions for using
that product to control the PC, annotate screens, save screens and dis-
tribute meeting notes.
Tip (same as pressing mouses left button)
Left double-click button (same as pressing mouses left button twice)
Right click button (same as pressing mouses right button)