Promethean 007 Interactive Whiteboard with Radio Link User Manual Quick Start Guide
Promethean Ltd Interactive Whiteboard with Radio Link Quick Start Guide
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Quick Start Guide
ACTIVboard ACTIVboard Quick Start Guide Quick Start Guide PC and Mac™ US Edition TP-1469-US Issue 6 PC and Mac™ US Edition TP-1469-US Issue 6 All rights reserved All rights reserved All information contained in this document is subject to change without notice. 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 Technologies Group Ltd. 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 ™ mark are the properties of their respective companies. All trademarks noted with the ™ 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. 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. 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. ATTRIBUTION: The Bluetooth® word, mark and logos are owned by the Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and any use of such marks by Promethean Technologies Group Ltd is under license. Other trademarks and trade names are those of their respective owners. ATTRIBUTION: The Bluetooth® word, mark and logos are owned by the Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and any use of such marks by Promethean Technologies Group Ltd is under license. Other trademarks and trade names are those of their respective owners. © Copyright Promethean Technologies Group Ltd 2006 © Copyright Promethean Technologies Group Ltd 2006 ACTIVboard Quick Start Guide Table of Contents ACTIVboard Quick Start Guide Table of Contents Safety Instructions................................................................ 2 Safety Instructions................................................................ 2 Safety Notices ................................................................. 2 Safety Notices ................................................................. 2 Compliance.......................................................................... 4 Compliance.......................................................................... 4 For More Information ............................................................ 5 For More Information ............................................................ 5 Technical Support ............................................................ 5 Technical Support ............................................................ 5 User Forum ..................................................................... 5 User Forum ..................................................................... 5 Updates.......................................................................... 5 Updates.......................................................................... 5 1. 2. 3. Installing the Software ..................................................... 6 1. Installing the Software ..................................................... 6 On a Windows Based Computer ......................................... 6 On a Windows Based Computer ......................................... 6 On a Macintosh Computer ................................................. 6 On a Macintosh Computer ................................................. 6 Prepare the ACTIVboard ................................................... 7 2. Prepare the ACTIVboard ................................................... 7 Serial Connection............................................................. 7 Serial Connection............................................................. 7 USB Connection............................................................... 8 USB Connection............................................................... 8 Connection enabled via Bluetooth Wireless Technology............ 9 Connection enabled via Bluetooth Wireless Technology............ 9 Note about the latching connector .....................................10 Note about the latching connector .....................................10 Prepare the ACTIVboard for Bluetooth Connectivity .............11 3. Prepare the ACTIVboard for Bluetooth Connectivity .............11 On a Windows Based Computer ........................................11 On a Windows Based Computer ........................................11 Establish Bluetooth Connection..................................11 Establish Bluetooth Connection..................................11 Connect to the ACTIVboard.......................................13 Connect to the ACTIVboard.......................................13 Start the ACTIVdriver...............................................14 Start the ACTIVdriver...............................................14 Name the ACTIVboard..............................................15 Name the ACTIVboard..............................................15 On a Macintosh Computer ................................................16 On a Macintosh Computer ................................................16 Set up the device ....................................................16 Set up the device ....................................................16 Name the ACTIVboard..............................................17 Name the ACTIVboard..............................................17 4. Calibrate the ACTIVboard ................................................18 4. Calibrate the ACTIVboard ................................................18 5. Launch the Software .......................................................19 5. Launch the Software .......................................................19 On a Windows Based Computer ........................................19 On a Windows Based Computer ........................................19 On a Macintosh Computer ................................................19 On a Macintosh Computer ................................................19 ACTIVboard Quick Start Guide ACTIVboard Quick Start Guide Safety Instructions Safety Instructions This ACTIV system is supplied with a universal voltage input Power Supply Unit (PSU) branded "ACTIVboard" type number FW7400/06. This is the only approved type of PSU for use with a ACTIV system. Do not connect any other PSU to the ACTIV system. This ACTIV system is supplied with a universal voltage input Power Supply Unit (PSU) branded "ACTIVboard" type number FW7400/06. This is the only approved type of PSU for use with a ACTIV system. Do not connect any other PSU to the ACTIV 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 of the 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 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. 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 mains supply. 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 mains supply. Safety Notices Safety Notices Be aware of the following general precautions before installing or operating any products: Be aware of the following general precautions before installing or operating any products: Read all instruction manuals and user guides supplied on the Application CD as these include important Health and Safety information. Read all instruction manuals and user guides supplied on the Application CD as these include important Health and Safety information. Adult supervision is recommended at all times when children are operating the equipment. 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. 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. 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. If the system malfunctions, never attempt any repairs by yourself, it will invalidate your warranty. ACTIVboard Quick Start Guide Your LCD projector emits a beam of concentrated light. Avoid looking directly into the beam. While working at the ACTIVboard, try to face away from the projector where it is practical to do so. When 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. ACTIVboard Quick Start Guide Your LCD projector emits a beam of concentrated light. Avoid looking directly into the beam. While working at the ACTIVboard, try to face away from the projector where it is practical to do so. When 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 you clean the air filters first thing in the morning, while the equipment is cold. It is recommended that you clean the air filters first thing in the morning, while the equipment is cold. ACTIVboard Quick Start Guide ACTIVboard Quick Start Guide Compliance Compliance This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: 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 1. This device may not cause harmful interference, and 2. This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. 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. Changes or modifications to this equipment not expressly 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: 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: • Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. • Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. • Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver. • Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver. • Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected. • Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected. • Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. • Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. ACTIVboard Quick Start Guide For More Information ACTIVboard Quick Start Guide For More Information For more information about ACTIV products, consult the documentation which can be found on the Product CD. For more information about ACTIV products, consult the documentation which can be found on the Product CD. Technical Support Technical Support Telephone: 678 762-1500 Telephone: 678 762-1500 Email: support@us.prometheanworld.com Email: support@us.prometheanworld.com Web: www.prometheanworld.com/n-america/en/html/customer_care/contact.shtml Web: www.prometheanworld.com/n-america/en/html/customer_care/contact.shtml User Forum User Forum We invite new users to join and contribute to our growing online community. We invite new users to join and contribute to our growing online community. www.prometheanworld.com/forum www.prometheanworld.com/forum Updates Updates Please visit the Promethean website frequently to check for updated drivers, software, user guides and flipchart resources Please visit the Promethean website frequently to check for updated drivers, software, user guides and flipchart resources www.prometheanworld.com www.prometheanworld.com ACTIVboard Quick Start Guide ACTIVboard Quick Start Guide 1. Installing the Software Promethean recommends that you read the User Guides supplied on the CD for full information about the ACTIVboard system. Promethean recommends that you read the User Guides supplied on the CD for full information about the ACTIVboard system. Windows users with USB connection, refer to the USB Getting Started Guide for information about installing the drivers. Windows users with USB connection, refer to the USB Getting Started Guide for information about installing the drivers. On a Windows Based Computer a. 1. Installing the Software Place the application CD into the CD ROM drive On a Windows Based Computer a. If Auto Play is enabled, the main menu screen will automatically appear. If Auto Play is not enabled, choose Start > Run. In the Run dialog box, type the drive letter that contains the CD and type \menu.exe. For example d:\menu.exe. Then click OK. Place the application CD into the CD ROM drive If Auto Play is enabled, the main menu screen will automatically appear. If Auto Play is not enabled, choose Start > Run. In the Run dialog box, type the drive letter that contains the CD and type \menu.exe. For example d:\menu.exe. Then click OK. b. Click on the Manuals button to access the user guides. b. Click on the Manuals button to access the user guides. c. If required, click on the ACTIVdriver button and follow the onscreen instructions to install the driver. c. If required, click on the ACTIVdriver button and follow the onscreen instructions to install the driver. d. Click on the button for your application 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. d. Click on the button for your application 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. e. Remove the application CD and insert the Resources CD in the CD ROM drive. e. Remove the application CD and insert the Resources CD in the CD ROM drive. If the CD does not auto run, follow the instructions in step a. ‘If Auto Play is not enabled’. Follow the on-screen instructions to install the Resources. On a Macintosh Computer If the CD does not auto run, follow the instructions in step a. ‘If Auto Play is not enabled’. Follow the on-screen instructions to install the Resources. On a Macintosh Computer a. Place the application CD into the CD ROM drive. Shortly you will see a CD icon appear on your Mac Desktop. a. Place the application CD into the CD ROM drive. Shortly you will see a CD icon appear on your Mac Desktop. b. Double click on the CD icon. b. Double click on the CD icon. c. Double click on the Software Installer icon and follow the on screen instructions to install the software. c. Double click on the Software Installer icon and follow the on screen instructions to install the software. d. Double click on the ACTIVboard Installer icon and follow the on screen instructions to install the drivers. d. Double click on the ACTIVboard Installer icon and follow the on screen instructions to install the drivers. e. Place the Resources CD into the CD ROM drive. A CD icon will appear on your Mac Desktop. e. Place the Resources CD into the CD ROM drive. A CD icon will appear on your Mac Desktop. f. Double click on the CD icon. f. Double click on the CD icon. g. Double click on the Promethean Resources Installer icon and follow the on screen instructions to install the resources. g. Double click on the Promethean Resources Installer icon and follow the on screen instructions to install the resources. ACTIVboard Quick Start Guide 2. Prepare the ACTIVboard ACTIVboard Quick Start Guide 2. Prepare the ACTIVboard Install software before connecting the board Install software before connecting the board Serial Connection Serial Connection a. Mount the ACTIVboard as described in the User Guide and as detailed in the supplied drawing TP 1443. a. Mount the ACTIVboard as described in the User Guide and as detailed in the supplied drawing TP 1443. b. Attach the latching plug-in connector on one end of the serial cable to the socket on the panel located on the rear top righthand corner of the ACTIVboard. b. Attach the latching plug-in connector on one end of the serial cable to the socket on the panel located on the rear top righthand corner of the ACTIVboard. c. Connect the other end of the serial cable to the serial port on your PC. c. Connect the other end of the serial cable to the serial port on your PC. d. Plug the connector on the end of the power lead from the Universal Power Supply into the socket on the back of the serial connector that you just attached to your computer’s serial port. d. Plug the connector on the end of the power lead from the Universal Power Supply into the socket on the back of the serial connector that you just attached to your computer’s serial port. e. Plug the Universal Power Supply into your power strip or wall outlet. e. Plug the Universal Power Supply into your power strip or wall outlet. f. Connect and position your projector according to the instructions supplied with the projector unit. f. Connect and position your projector according to the instructions supplied with the projector unit. Serial Connection Serial Connection Panel Panel Latching Serial Connector. Latching Serial Connector. proACTIV board Rear View proACTIV board Rear View Serial Cable Mains Power Source Serial Port Universal Power Supply PC Serial Cable Mains Power Source Serial Port Universal Power Supply PC ACTIVboard Quick Start Guide ACTIVboard Quick Start Guide USB Connection USB Connection a. Mount the ACTIVboard as described in the User guide and as detailed in the supplied drawing TP 1443. a. Mount the ACTIVboard as described in the User guide and as detailed in the supplied drawing TP 1443. b. Attach one end of the USB cable to the USB socket on the panel, located on the rear top right-hand corner of the ACTIVboard. Attach the other end of the USB cable to a free USB port on your computer. b. Attach one end of the USB cable to the USB socket on the panel, located on the rear top right-hand corner of the ACTIVboard. Attach the other end of the USB cable to a free USB port on your computer. c. Attach the latching connector on one end of the DC power cable to the socket on the panel, located on the rear top right-hand corner of the ACTIVboard. c. Attach the latching connector on one end of the DC power cable to the socket on the panel, located on the rear top right-hand corner of the ACTIVboard. d. Plug the other end of this DC power cable into the DC connector on the end of the DC power lead of the Universal Power Supply. d. Plug the other end of this DC power cable into the DC connector on the end of the DC power lead of the Universal Power Supply. e. Plug the Universal Power Supply into your power strip or wall outlet. e. Plug the Universal Power Supply into your power strip or wall outlet. f. Connect and position your projector according to the instructions supplied with the projector unit. f. Connect and position your projector according to the instructions supplied with the projector unit. USB Connection USB Connection Panel Panel Latching Connectors. Latching Connectors. DC Power Cable proACTIV board Rear View DC Line Connection USB Cable Mains Power Source USB Port Universal Power Supply Mac or PC DC Power Cable proACTIV board Rear View DC Line Connection USB Cable Mains Power Source USB Port Universal Power Supply Mac or PC ACTIVboard Quick Start Guide Connection enabled via Bluetooth Wireless Technology ACTIVboard Quick Start Guide Connection enabled via Bluetooth Wireless Technology The minimum Operating System requirements for connectivity with Bluetooth wireless technology are: The minimum Operating System requirements for connectivity with Bluetooth wireless technology are: • Windows XP SP2 or later. • Windows XP SP2 or later. • Macintosh OSX 10.4 or later. • Macintosh OSX 10.4 or later. a. Mount the ACTIVboard as described in the User guide and as detailed in the supplied drawing TP 1443. a. Mount the ACTIVboard as described in the User guide and as detailed in the supplied drawing TP 1443. b. Attach the latching connector on one end of the DC power cable to the socket on the panel, located on the rear top right-hand corner of the ACTIVboard. b. Attach the latching connector on one end of the DC power cable to the socket on the panel, located on the rear top right-hand corner of the ACTIVboard. c. Plug the other end of this DC power cable into the DC connector on the end of the DC power lead of the Universal Power Supply. c. Plug the other end of this DC power cable into the DC connector on the end of the DC power lead of the Universal Power Supply. d. Plug the Universal Power Supply into your power strip or wall outlet. d. Plug the Universal Power Supply into your power strip or wall outlet. e. Connect and position your projector according to the instructions supplied with the projector unit. e. Connect and position your projector according to the instructions supplied with the projector unit. Panel Panel Latching Connectors. Latching Connectors. DC Power Cable proACTIV board Rear View DC Power Cable proACTIV board Rear View DC Line Connection DC Line Connection Mains Power Source Mains Power Source Universal Power Supply Universal Power Supply ACTIVboard Quick Start Guide ACTIVboard Quick Start Guide Note about the latching connector Note about the latching connector Do not bend or twist the latching connector when connecting or disconnecting the cable into the panel, located at the rear of the ACTIVboard. The ACTIVboard may not work properly if the contacts inside the connector become damaged. See the instructions below for the recommended installation method: Do not bend or twist the latching connector when connecting or disconnecting the cable into the panel, located at the rear of the ACTIVboard. The ACTIVboard may not work properly if the contacts inside the connector become damaged. See the instructions below for the recommended installation method: Support the sides of the connector with your thumb and forefinger of one hand. Support the sides of the connector with your thumb and forefinger of one hand. Push with the forefinger of your other hand. Push with the forefinger of your other hand. Take care to line up the latching connector with the connector inside the panel before attempting to connect the cable. When disconnecting the cable, keep the connector straight. Take care to line up the latching connector with the connector inside the panel before attempting to connect the cable. When disconnecting the cable, keep the connector straight. Ensure that the strain relief cable clips, which are located below the panel on the rear of the ACTIVboard, are used to support the cable(s). Ensure that the strain relief cable clips, which are located below the panel on the rear of the ACTIVboard, are used to support the cable(s). 10 10 ACTIVboard Quick Start Guide 3. Prepare the ACTIVboard for Bluetooth Connectivity ACTIVboard Quick Start Guide 3. Prepare the ACTIVboard for Bluetooth Connectivity If you are using a recommended Bluetooth adaptor make sure the adaptor is plugged in before you begin. If you are using a recommended Bluetooth adaptor make sure the adaptor is plugged in before you begin. If your computer has built in Bluetooth capability, make sure that it is turned on. If your computer has built in Bluetooth capability, make sure that it is turned on. On a Windows Based Computer On a Windows Based Computer Establish Bluetooth Connection Establish Bluetooth Connection a. If your computer has built in Bluetooth connectivity, make sure that it is turned on. Alternatively, connect a Bluetooth adapter to your computer according to the manufacturer’s instructions. a. If your computer has built in Bluetooth connectivity, make sure that it is turned on. Alternatively, connect a Bluetooth adapter to your computer according to the manufacturer’s instructions. b. Make sure the ACTIVboard is switched on and the logo in the top left corner is illuminated. b. Make sure the ACTIVboard is switched on and the logo in the top left corner is illuminated. c. On the taskbar, right-click the Bluetooth icon c. On the taskbar, right-click the Bluetooth icon d. From the menu that appears select Add a Bluetooth Device. d. From the menu that appears select Add a Bluetooth Device. e. The Add Bluetooth Device Wizard starts. e. The Add Bluetooth Device Wizard starts. f. Select the checkbox to confirm that the ACTIVboard is set up and ready to be found. f. Select the checkbox to confirm that the ACTIVboard is set up and ready to be found. g. Click Next. The wizard searches for Bluetooth devices in range of your computer. g. Click Next. The wizard searches for Bluetooth devices in range of your computer. 11 11 ACTIVboard Quick Start Guide ACTIVboard Quick Start Guide h. The wizard will display a list of all the devices it has found. Select the proACTIV icon. h. The wizard will display a list of all the devices it has found. Select the proACTIV icon. i. Click Next. i. Click Next. j. The wizard asks ‘Do you need to add a passkey to your device?’. j. The wizard asks ‘Do you need to add a passkey to your device?’. Select Let me choose my own passkey. Select Let me choose my own passkey. k. Enter a passkey of 0000. k. Enter a passkey of 0000. l. Click Next. When the wizard has established a connection, it will assign an outgoing COM port number. Make a note of the COM port number. l. Click Next. When the wizard has established a connection, it will assign an outgoing COM port number. Make a note of the COM port number. 12 12 ACTIVboard Quick Start Guide m. Your computer is now paired to the ACTIVboard. If the COM port number is greater than 8, the ACTIVdriver will not work. To allocate a number between 1 and 8, follow these steps: ACTIVboard Quick Start Guide m. Your computer is now paired to the ACTIVboard. If the COM port number is greater than 8, the ACTIVdriver will not work. To allocate a number between 1 and 8, follow these steps: a. On your desktop, right-click on My Computer. a. On your desktop, right-click on My Computer. b. Select Properties. The System Properties dialog box appears. b. Select Properties. The System Properties dialog box appears. c. Select the Hardware tab. c. Select the Hardware tab. d. Click Device Manager. The Device Manager dialog box appears. d. Click Device Manager. The Device Manager dialog box appears. e. Select the Ports (COM & LPT) branch. The branch expands to show a sub-branch for each port. e. Select the Ports (COM & LPT) branch. The branch expands to show a sub-branch for each port. f. Right-click on the COM port that has been assigned to the ACTIVboard. f. Right-click on the COM port that has been assigned to the ACTIVboard. g. From the menu that appears, select Properties. The properties sheet for the selected COM port appears. g. From the menu that appears, select Properties. The properties sheet for the selected COM port appears. h. Select the Port Settings tab. h. Select the Port Settings tab. i. Click Advanced… The Advance Settings dialog appears. i. Click Advanced… The Advance Settings dialog appears. j. Select a port number between 1 and 8. j. Select a port number between 1 and 8. k. Click OK. k. Click OK. Connect to the ACTIVboard Connect to the ACTIVboard a. Position the ACTIVpen over the illuminated flame, located in the top left hand corner of the board. At the same time, hold down the barrel button on the ACTIVpen. The illuminated flame on the board will flash blue for 2 minutes. a. Position the ACTIVpen over the illuminated flame, located in the top left hand corner of the board. At the same time, hold down the barrel button on the ACTIVpen. The illuminated flame on the board will flash blue for 2 minutes. b. Within the 2 minute time limit, return to your computer and start the ACTIVdriver. b. Within the 2 minute time limit, return to your computer and start the ACTIVdriver. 13 13 ACTIVboard Quick Start Guide ACTIVboard Quick Start Guide Start the ACTIVdriver Start the ACTIVdriver a. Right click on the ACTIVcontrol icon, located in the taskbar and select Configure. The ACTIVcontrol window will open. a. Right click on the ACTIVcontrol icon, located in the taskbar and select Configure. The ACTIVcontrol window will open. b. From the list, select the COM port which has been assigned to the Bluetooth connection. b. From the list, select the COM port which has been assigned to the Bluetooth connection. c. Click Start. When connected the illuminated flame on the ACTIVboard will glow blue and the status in the ACTIVcontrol dialog will change to Running. Your computer is now connected to the ACTIVboard via Bluetooth. c. Click Start. When connected the illuminated flame on the ACTIVboard will glow blue and the status in the ACTIVcontrol dialog will change to Running. Your computer is now connected to the ACTIVboard via Bluetooth. d. Click OK to close the ACTIVcontrol window. d. Click OK to close the ACTIVcontrol window. When the connection is set up correctly, the board will stay in wireless mode. When you restart your PC in range of the board, it will automatically reconnect and you will have wireless interaction. When the connection is set up correctly, the board will stay in wireless mode. When you restart your PC in range of the board, it will automatically reconnect and you will have wireless interaction. If your computer does not connect automatically, follow these steps: If your computer does not connect automatically, follow these steps: Hover the ACTIVpen over the illuminated logo and hold the barrel button until the illuminated flame turns blue. Hover the ACTIVpen over the illuminated logo and hold the barrel button until the illuminated flame turns blue. Then repeat the procedures for ‘Connect to the ACTIVboard’ and ‘Start the ACTIVdriver’, as described above. Then repeat the procedures for ‘Connect to the ACTIVboard’ and ‘Start the ACTIVdriver’, as described above. 14 14 ACTIVboard Quick Start Guide Name the ACTIVboard. ACTIVboard Quick Start Guide Name the ACTIVboard. a. Make sure your computer is connected to the ACTIVboard using Bluetooth. a. Make sure your computer is connected to the ACTIVboard using Bluetooth. b. Start ACTIVstudio or ACTIVprimary. b. Start ACTIVstudio or ACTIVprimary. c. From the main menu, select Name Bluetooth Board. c. From the main menu, select Name Bluetooth Board. d. Type the name of your ACTIVboard in the box. d. Type the name of your ACTIVboard in the box. 15 15 ACTIVboard Quick Start Guide ACTIVboard Quick Start Guide On a Macintosh Computer On a Macintosh Computer The following instructions are for Tiger OSX 10.4 only. Set up the device The following instructions are for Tiger OSX 10.4 only. Set up the device a. Click on the Bluetooth Icon in the top menu bar, and select Set up Bluetooth Device…. a. Click on the Bluetooth Icon in the top menu bar, and select Set up Bluetooth Device…. b. The Bluetooth Setup Assistant window will open. Click Continue. b. The Bluetooth Setup Assistant window will open. Click Continue. c. A list of devices will be displayed. Select Other Device then Continue. c. A list of devices will be displayed. Select Other Device then Continue. d. Your Mac will now search for and list all devices that are in range. Select ProACTIV. d. Your Mac will now search for and list all devices that are in range. Select ProACTIV. e. Click Passkey Options. The Passkey Options dialog appears. e. Click Passkey Options. The Passkey Options dialog appears. f. Select Use Specific Passkey. Click OK. f. Select Use Specific Passkey. Click OK. g. Now position the ACTIVpen over the illuminated flame at the top right corner of the ACTIVboard. At the same time, hold down the the barrel button on the ACTIVpen. The illuminated flame will flash blue for 2 minutes. g. Now position the ACTIVpen over the illuminated flame at the top right corner of the ACTIVboard. At the same time, hold down the the barrel button on the ACTIVpen. The illuminated flame will flash blue for 2 minutes. h. Return to your computer and click Continue. h. Return to your computer and click Continue. i. In the passkey box type 0000. i. In the passkey box type 0000. j. Click Continue. The device is now set up. j. Click Continue. The device is now set up. k. Click on the red Close button, located in the top left-hand corner of the window. k. Click on the red Close button, located in the top left-hand corner of the window. l. The illuminated flame on the board will stop flashing and change to a solid blue. You now have wireless interaction enabled with Bluetooth Technology. l. The illuminated flame on the board will stop flashing and change to a solid blue. You now have wireless interaction enabled with Bluetooth Technology. 16 16 ACTIVboard Quick Start Guide ACTIVboard Quick Start Guide 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 automatically reconnect and you will have wireless interaction. 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 automatically reconnect and you will have wireless interaction. If you have any connection issues, perform the following procedure: If you have any connection issues, perform the following procedure: 1. On the menu bar, click the Bluetooth icon. 1. On the menu bar, click the Bluetooth icon. 2. Select Open Bluetooth Preferences. The Bluetooth Preferences dialog appears. 2. Select Open Bluetooth Preferences. The Bluetooth Preferences dialog appears. 3. Select the Devices tab. 3. Select the Devices tab. 4. Select the proACTIV device and click Delete. 4. Select the proACTIV device and click Delete. 5. Hover the ACTIVpen over the illuminated logo and hold the barrel button until the illuminated flame turns white. 5. 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 ‘Set up the device’ on page 16 Name the ACTIVboard Then repeat the procedures as described in ‘Set up the device’ on page 16 Name the ACTIVboard a. Make sure that your computer is connected to the ACTIVboard using Bluetooth. a. Make sure that your computer is connected to the ACTIVboard using Bluetooth. b. Open System Preferences. b. Open System Preferences. c. Select ACTIVboard. c. Select ACTIVboard. d. From the ACTIVboard menu, select the Hardware tab. The name of the ACTIVboard that you are connected to is displayed in the menu box. d. From the ACTIVboard menu, select the Hardware tab. The name of the ACTIVboard that you are connected to is displayed in the menu box. e. To rename the ACTIVboard, double click on the name and enter a different one. e. To rename the ACTIVboard, double click on the name and enter a different one. f. Click OK. f. Click OK. 17 17 ACTIVboard Quick Start Guide ACTIVboard Quick Start Guide 4. Calibrate the ACTIVboard The projected image needs to be aligned with the computer screen image (orthographic correction). 4. Calibrate the ACTIVboard The projected image needs to be aligned with the computer screen image (orthographic correction). a. Ensure the projected image fits within the edge strip on the ACTIVboard a. Ensure the projected image fits within the edge strip on the ACTIVboard b. Hold the pen tip for two seconds over the centre of the illuminated logo, located in the top left hand corner of the ACTIVboard. b. Hold the pen tip for two seconds over the centre of the illuminated logo, located in the top left hand corner of the ACTIVboard. c. Click on the board with the pen when you are prompted to do so. Five crosses will appear on screen in succession. c. Click on the board with the pen when you are prompted to do so. Five crosses will appear on screen in succession. d. Click accurately on the centre of each cross in turn. The calibration utility will automatically close, the system is now calibrated. d. Click accurately on the centre of each cross in turn. The calibration utility will automatically close, the system is now calibrated. 18 18 ACTIVboard Quick Start Guide 5. Launch the Software 5. Launch the Software On a Windows Based Computer a. ACTIVboard Quick Start Guide Double click on the program icon on your desktop. On a Windows Based Computer a. or Double click on the program icon on your desktop. or b. Click on the Start > Programs > ACTIV Software group. b. Click on the Start > Programs > ACTIV Software group. c. Within the ACTIV Software group, select the ACTIVprimary2 or ACTIVstudio2 program group. c. Within the ACTIV Software group, select the ACTIVprimary2 or ACTIVstudio2 program group. d. Within the program group, locate and then click on the ACTIVprimary2 or ACTIVstudio2 icon. d. Within the program group, locate and then click on the ACTIVprimary2 or ACTIVstudio2 icon. e. Enter your information and serial number, which is located on your Installation CD case (required first time only). e. Enter your information and serial number, which is located on your Installation CD case (required first time only). a. In the Applications folder, open the Promethean programs folder. a. In the Applications folder, open the Promethean programs folder. b. Open the ACTIVstudio2 or ACTIVprimary2 folder. b. Open the ACTIVstudio2 or ACTIVprimary2 folder. c. Double click on the program icon. c. Double click on the program icon. d. Enter your information and serial number, which is located on your Installation CD case (required first time only). d. Enter your information and serial number, which is located on your Installation CD case (required first time only). On a Macintosh Computer Refer to the help file for information about using the software. To access the ACTIVstudio help, click on Menu > Help....To access the ACTIVprimary help, click on Teacher Tools Menu > Menu > Help... 19 On a Macintosh Computer Refer to the help file for information about using the software. To access the ACTIVstudio help, click on Menu > Help....To access the ACTIVprimary help, click on Teacher Tools Menu > Menu > Help... 19 Promethean Technologies Group Limited 1165 Sanctuary Parkway, Suite 400 Alpharetta, GA 30004 Tel: (888) 652-2848 Fax: (678) 762-7700 www.prometheanworld.com Promethean Technologies Group Limited 1165 Sanctuary Parkway, Suite 400 Alpharetta, GA 30004 Tel: (888) 652-2848 Fax: (678) 762-7700 www.prometheanworld.com
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