ACTIVslateXR User Guide for PC USA Edition TP 1512 Issue 1 moljbqeb^k=fåÅ= 8601 Dunwoody Place, Suite 108, Atlanta, GA 30350
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ACTIVslateXR User Guide Table of Contents Safety Instructions ..........................................................................................1 Environmental Considerations ........................................................................1 General Information ........................................................................................2 Compliance ........................................................................................................... 2 For More Information...
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ACTIVslateXR User Guide Safety Instructions The ACTIVslate 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 ACTIVslate. Do not connect any other PSU to the ACTIVslate. 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 of the same type.
ACTIVslateXR User Guide General Information The radio version of the ACTIVslate is designed to work seamlessly with the ACTIVboard or ACTIVhub and ACTIVstudio software. The ACTIVslate allows you to control your computer from anywhere in the room by moving the ACTIVpen over the ACTIVslate surface and using the ACTIVpen to perform mouse clicks on the computer: • Left click Press the ACTIVpen on the ACTIVslate surface. • Right click Press the barrel button on the side of the ACTIVpen.
ACTIVslateXR User Guide For More Information For more information about ACTIV products consult the full User Guides, which can be found on the Product CD. Consult the ACTIVstudio online help system for a full guide to using ACTIVstudio entire feature set. Technical support can be obtained on the following telephone number, or on the web. http://www.activboard.com/support/techhome.
ACTIVslateXR User Guide Operation of the ACTIVslate with ACTIVhub The ACTIVhub receives data from the ACTIVslate and communicates with your PC.
ACTIVslateXR User Guide Operation of the RF ACTIVslate Charging socket Register Button ACTIVpen holder Power On/Off Button Mode boxes LCD Screen Drawing Area Power On/Off Button To switch the ACTIVslate on, press and hold the Power On/Off Button. Release the button when you hear the ACTIVslate beep. After approximately 1 second, the Promethean logo will appear on the LCD.
ACTIVslateXR User Guide ACTIVpen Holder The ACTIVslate is supplied with a holder attached for the ACTIVpen. This provides a convenient place to store your ACTIVpen when you are not using the ACTIVslate. Rest the ACTIVpen down horizontally for storage. Or, balance the ACTIVpen in an upright position so that it is ready for action. The holder can be removed if it is not required or if it becomes damaged and needs replacing. Use an Allen key to unscrew the holder.
ACTIVslateXR User Guide LCD Screen If the ACTIVslate is functioning correctly, the LCD Screen will look like this: Battery Icon ACTIVslate ID Signal Strength ACTIVslate Name Menu Functions Battery Icon The battery icon indicates the amount of power left in the battery. When the battery is almost empty, a recharge message will appear on the LCD. This means you have approximately 30 minutes left before the ACTIVslate will shut down. To recharge the ACTIVslate, refer to ‘Recharging the battery’.
ACTIVslateXR User Guide • The contrast of the LCD Press the ACTIVpen on MENU. Press the ACTIVpen on the forward arrow to darken the LCD or backwards arrow to lighten the LCD. The range is 00 to 17. • ACTIVslate ID To change the ID, press the ACTIVpen on MENU. Press NEXT. The Alter ID option is displayed on the LCD with a flashing ID number. Press the ACTIVpen on the forward arrow to increase the ID number. Press the ACTIVpen on the backwards arrow to decrease the ID number. The range is 01 to 64.
ACTIVslateXR User Guide ACTIVslate Controller Program You can start the ACTIVslate Controller in the following ways: • Click on Start > Programs > ACTIVstudio > ACTIVslate. • Open ACTIVstudio > Open the ACTIVstudio toolbox menu > select Customize... > Add the ACTIVslate tool to your toolbox > click OK. Or Start the ACTIVslate Controller program by clicking on the ACTIVslate Tool icon, which is located in your ACTIVstudio toolbox or in your Windows™ system tray.
ACTIVslateXR User Guide Registering your ACTIVslate You only need to register the ACTIVslate in the following circumstances: • Before you use the ACTIVslate for the first time • If you change channels Your ACTIVslate works by sending radio signals to and receiving them from your ACTIVboard or ACTIVhub. Therefore, it is essential that you must register the ACTIVslate with the ACTIVboard or ACTIVhub in the room where it will be used.
ACTIVslateXR User Guide Select a Channel number, see note below, and Board ID for the registered ACTIVslate from the drop down boxes. Notes:Two ACTIVboards or ACTIVhubs are capable of sharing a single channel, thereby allowing up to four systems to operate in relatively close proximity. However, to avoid interference between each system, select different channels for two systems working in close proximity, such as in neighboring rooms.
ACTIVslateXR User Guide Closing the Controller Window Close Button button to minimize the Controller window. The ACTIVslate icon Click on the will continue to be displayed in the Windows System Tray. Click on this icon to display the Controller window. If an ACTIVslate is enabled, you can use it to control the computer. Exit Button Click on to close the Controller program. The ACTIVslate icon is removed from the Windows System Tray. If an ACTIVslate is enabled, you can use it to control the computer.
