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ACTIVboard User Guide Table of Contents Introduction.....................................................................................................1 About this guide .................................................................................................... 1 Getting Help .......................................................................................................... 1 User Group Forum............................................................................................
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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.
ACTIVboard User Guide Support and Information • Service and support 678 762-1500 Open Monday - Friday 0900 - 1700 hours • Free upgrades or revisions via the Promethean website to keep you informed of the latest features. www.activboard.com • 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 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.
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.
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 brackets. Wires and pipes may be embedded within the wall. Use a proximity detector to check the location of these if necessary.
ACTIVboard User Guide Portable Stand A portable stand, which is height adjustable, 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.
ACTIVboard User Guide Operation The 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.
ACTIVboard User Guide Projector Recommendations 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.
ACTIVboard User 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.
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 can be performed easily at any time.
ACTIVboard User Guide Maintenance & 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.
