eInstruction GTCO RFDBI Drawingboard Interactive 4256 User Manual InterWrite MB quick start

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 1  37-902755-01Quick start for InterWrite MeetingBoardQuick start for InterWrite MeetingBoardNote: For additional information, see the InterWrite MeetingBoard help file on the CD-ROM.InterWrite MeetingBoard consists of an electronic whiteboard and elec-tronic pens incorporating GTCO CalComps patented pen-input technol-ogy. With MeetingBoard, meeting participants can view and share a widerange of visual information. MeetingBoard supports group collaborationranging from small, informal meetings to large, multi-site conferences.To match a wide range of collaboration needs, MeetingBoard providesthree operating modes:nCopyboard Mode: MeetingBoard functions as a simple electronicwhiteboard. Information written or drawn on the tablet can be saved byprinting on a color inkjet printer.nPC Whiteboard Mode: In this configuration, MeetingBoard is con-nected to a PC running InterWrite Software. Information written or drawnon the tablet is captured as an electronic image on the PC. Users canreview, save and print multipage meeting notes on the PC.nInteractive Mode: A standard LCD projector displays the attachedPCs screen onto the MeetingBoard tablet. With the MeetingBoard pensand InterWrite Software, a user can launch programs, open and editdocuments, and annotate any information displayed on the PC. Theuser can save screens (containing both document content and annota-tions), review previously saved screens, and print screens. This sys-tem can be used for local meetings, or as part of a real-time multi-siteconference (when used with conferencing software and a network con-nection). Screens can be packaged in a self-extracting file for distribu-tion to meeting participants, as well as those who couldnt attend.What you need to doFirst, install:A. Assemble the electronic pens (page 1).B. Attach the pen tray to the tablet (page 1).C. Mount the tablet on a wall or on the optional floor stand (page 2).Next, configure for at least one operating mode (page 3):nColor Copyboard mode.nPC Whiteboard mode.nInteractive mode.You can now use the InterWrite MeetingBoard (page 4).Assemble the electronic pens1. Locate the marker holders, electronics modules, batteries, pen caps andmarkers supplied. The pens are electronically coded to match the plasticcolors: black, blue, red and green.2. Insert a marker into the pen housing with the matching color (e.g., redmarker goes in red housing).3. Remove the markers cap and replace it with a MeetingBoard pen cap.Note: Keep the markers capped as much as possible to prevent themfrom drying out. The caps enable the electronic pens to be used in Inter-active Mode without leaving ink on the tablet.4. Remove the battery cover from a pen electronics module. Insert a batteryinto the module (assure polarity is correct!). Replace the battery cover.5. Snap the pen electronics module into a marker housing (any module canbe used with any marker housing).6. The LED should flash four times, indicating the pen is working correctly.Attach the pen tray to the tabletCAUTION: To avoid damage to the controller, do not rest theMeetingBoard tablet on the controller housing (located on the rear of thetablet near one corner). Do not scratch or damage the tablets writingsurface.1. Snap a tray bracket onto each end of the pen tray.2. Attach the tray brackets to the bottom rear of the tablet using six Phillipsscrews as shown below.Battery coverElectronicsmoduleMarkerMeetingBoardpen capMarker holder
 2  37-902755-01Quick start for InterWrite MeetingBoardMount the tablet (choose one method: wall or floor...)CAUTION: To avoid damage to the controller, do not rest theMeetingBoard tablet on the controller housing (located on the rear of thetablet near one corner). Do not scratch or damage the tablets writingsurface.WARNING: Never nail or drill the MeetingBoard tablet. Doing so willdamage the unit and void your warranty.IMPORTANT: To avoid damage to the tablet or injury, two people shouldcarry out this mounting procedure.Mount the tablet on a wall1. Attach one mounting bracket to the back of the MeetingBoard tablet using4 Phillips screws as shown below.2. Attach the other mounting bracket to the wall using hardware appropriatefor the wall structure (this hardware is not included) as shown below left.3. Hang the tablet by interlocking the mounting brackets as shown aboveright.4. Connect the power supply cable to the power port on the MeetingBoardcontroller (shown above).5. Plug the power supply into an electrical outlet.Mount the tablet on the optional floor stand1. Attach each mounting bracket to the back of the MeetingBoard tablet us-ing three Phillips screws as shown below.2. Attach one foot to one leg with four screws as shown below. Attach twocasters to each foot. Insert three end caps (two on the foot and one on theleg). Repeat for the other foot and leg.3. IMPORTANT: In this step, the sides of the legs with 10 holes must faceaway from the crossbars.Attach both crossbars to one leg assembly using eight screws as shownbelow. Attach the other leg assembly to the crossbars with eight screws.4.Thread two thumbscrews into each leg as shown below. Hang theMeetingBoard tablet at the desired height by sliding the mounting bracketslots over the loose thumbscrews. Tighten the thumbscrews.5. Connect the power supply cable to the power port on the MeetingBoardcontroller (shown at left).6. Plug the power supply into an electrical outlet.
 3  37-902755-01Quick start for InterWrite MeetingBoardConfigure forColor Copyboard ModeBesides the MeetingBoard, you will need:nColor inkjet printer (user-supplied).nStd. parallel input/output cable (user-supplied).Note: MeetingBoard supports three printercommunication formats:nHewlett-Packard PCL3.nEpson Stylus Color P2.nCanon BJR Color.Only color inkjet printers using these com-mand sets work with MeetingBoard.1. Turn the MeetingBoard OFF using the ON/OFFswitch (located on the lower right side of theMeetingBoard tablet).2. Using your printer cable, connect the printer tothe parallel port on the MeetingBoard control-ler.3. Turn the printer ON.4. Turn the MeetingBoard ON. Count the beeps:nFour beeps indicates that the MeetingBoardsuccessfully started and found the printer.nMore than four beeps indicates that theMeetingBoard did not find the printer. Checkto assure the printer is ON, is properly con-nected to the parallel port, and is a printersupported by MeetingBoard (see list above).Configure forPC Whiteboard ModeBesides the MeetingBoard, you will need:nPC (user-supplied) with CD-ROM drive, serialport and Microsoft Windows 95/98/ME/2000.nStandard 9-pin to 9-pin serial input/output cableor standard USB cable.1. Turn the MeetingBoard off using the ON/OFFswitch (located on the lower right side of theMeetingBoard tablet). Shut down the computerand turn it OFF.2. Using your USB cable, connect the PC to theUSB port on the MeetingBoard controller.orUsing your serial cable, connect the PC to theserial port on the MeetingBoard controller.CAUTION: DO NOT connect both USB andserial cables at the same time.3. Turn the MeetingBoard ON. You should hearat least four beeps from the MeetingBoard.4. Turn the computer ON.5. Install the MeetingBoard driver and InterWritesoftware:a. Insert the MeetingBoard CD-ROM into thecomputers CD-ROM drive.b. Wait for the installation program to launch.Note: If the installation program does notstart on its own, use Windows Explorer tolocate and launch setup.exe on the CD-ROM.c. Follow the instructions to install InterWrite andMeetingBoard drivers for Windows.d. Remove the CD-ROM.e.Restart the PC. The MeetingBoard iconshould appear in the Taskbar.Configure forInteractive ModeBesides the MeetingBoard, you will need:nPC (user-supplied) with CD-ROM drive, serialport and Microsoft Windows 95/98/ME/2000.nStandard 9-pin to 9-pin serial input/output cableor standard USB cable.nPresentation projector (user-supplied)1. Turn the MeetingBoard off using the ON/OFFswitch (on the lower right side of the tablet).Shut down the computer and turn it OFF.2. Using your USB cable, connect the PC to theUSB port on the MeetingBoard (see left).orUsing your serial cable, connect the PC to theserial port on the MeetingBoard (see left).CAUTION: DO NOT connect both USB andserial cables at the same time.3. Turn the MeetingBoard ON. You should hearat least four beeps from the MeetingBoard.4. Turn the projector ON.5. Turn the computer ON.6. Install the MeetingBoard driver and InterWritesoftware:a. Insert the MeetingBoard CD-ROM into thecomputers CD-ROM drive.b. Wait for the installation program to launch.Note: If the installation program does notstart on its own, use Windows Explorer tolocate and launch setup.exe on the CD-ROM.c. Follow the instructions to install InterWrite andMeetingBoard drivers for Windows.d. Remove the CD-ROM.e.Restart the PC. The MeetingBoard iconshould appear in the Taskbar.7. Aim the projector at the MeetingBoard tabletswriting area, and adjust the projected image tofit within the writing area. Note: Make certainthe image from the PC is being projected prop-erly before continuing.8. On the MeetingBoard control panel, pressInterActive. Tip: You can also start InterWritefrom the PC (Start > Programs > GTCOCalComp InterWrite > Interactive Mode).9. When InterWrite Interactive mode starts, it asksif Calibration is required. Click Yes using thePCs mouse. Note: Recalibrate whenever youmove the MeetingBoard or projector.10.As prompted by the software, click each of thefour calibration points using a MeetingBoardelectronic pen.11. When calibration is complete, the InterWritemenu will appear.Tip: To learn more about InterWrite, see:nQuick start for InterWrite Software.nInterWrite Software on-line help (File > Helpon the InterWrite menu).
 4  37-902755-01Quick start for InterWrite MeetingBoardUsing the electronic pensUsing PC Whiteboard ModeTo do this... Do this...Start 1. If necessary, turn the MeetingBoard ON, and turn the PC ON. Wait for the PC to display the Windows desktop.2. On the MeetingBoard control panel, press the PC Whiteboard button. (This activates InterWrite on the PC.)Note: You can also launch InterWrite through the Start > Programs menu.Write or draw 1. Remove the cap from a pen, exposing the dry-erase marker tip.2. Write or draw on the MeetingBoard tablet.Note: Your marks appear on the PCs screen, within the InterWrite application window.Erase... both marker ink and corresponding parts of the electronic image: Use the large eraser, or use the small eraser on theback of the pen.Erase... electronic image only: On the MeetingBoard control panel, press the Clear button twice. This will not erase the markerink. Erase the marker ink with a standard eraser or cloth.Print an image On the MeetingBoard control panel, press Print, or on the PC, in InterWrite, File > Print.Save an image On the MeetingBoard control panel, press Save, or on the PC, in InterWrite, File > Save As.The electronic pens provide multiple functions:nBy incorporating standard Expo or Pilot dry-erase markers, the penscan mark directly on the MeetingBoard writing surface.nThe pens work with InterWrite software to control programs, edit docu-ments and annotate screens using electronic ink.nThe pens have buttons that act as mouse buttons.How you use a pen depends on which MeetingBoard mode you areusing:nIn Copyboard mode Remove the cap and use the pen as a dry-erase marker.nIn PC Whiteboard mode Remove the cap and use the pen as a dry-erase marker.nIn Interactive mode Keep the cap in place. Marks you make areprojected onto the MeetingBoard surface aselectronic ink. Use the pen buttons as youwould use mouse buttons (see below).Pen buttons function as mouse buttons in Interactive mode:nLower button (nearest the pen tip): same as a mouses left button.nUpper button (farthest from pen tip): same as a mouses right button.The pen LED lights in the following situations:nWhen the pen is assembled, indicating proper operation. The LEDflashes four times.nWhen the battery is low. The LED flashes periodically until the penenters sleep mode.Using Color Copyboard ModeTo do this... Do this...Start Color Copyboard Mode 1. On the MeetingBoard control panel, press the Copyboard button.2. Press the Clear button twice. (This removes previous electronic images from the buffer.)Tip: Its always good to clear the buffer before starting to use the MeetingBoard. This assures that you are starting with a blank page.Write or draw 1. Remove the cap from a pen, exposing the dry-erase marker tip.2. Write or draw on the MeetingBoard tablet.Erase... both marker ink and corresponding parts of the electronic image: Use the large eraser, or use the small eraser on theback of the pen.Erase... electronic image only: On the MeetingBoard control panel, press the Clear button twice. This will not erase the markerink. Erase the marker ink with a standard eraser or cloth.Print an image On the MeetingBoard control panel, press the Print button.The image will print on the attached printer. You can continue writing/drawing on the MeetingBoard while the image is being printed. The print buffer can store up to three pages.Sleep mode assures pens operate over the longest time. After 20 sec-onds of inactivity, a pen automatically enters sleep mode. This enablesits battery to provide several months of service.Using Interactive Mode See Quick start for InterWrite Software (a printed guide) or the InterWrite Software help file.Left-double-click button(same as pressing mouses left button twice)Right-click button(same as pressing mouses right button)Erase annotationswith this endTip(write or draw using electronic ink,or click: same as pressing mouses left button)

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