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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
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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.
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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
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© Copyright Promethean Technologies Group Ltd 2006
© Copyright Promethean Technologies Group Ltd 2006
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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
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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
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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.
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2. Prepare the ACTIVboard
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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
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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
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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
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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.
š
Push with the forefinger of your other
hand.
š
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).
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3. Prepare the ACTIVboard for Bluetooth
Connectivity
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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.
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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.
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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:
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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...
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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...
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