SMART Board MX Installation Manual

SMARTBoard MX (V2) and MX (V2) Pro series
interactive displays
INSTALLATION AND MAINTENANCE
SBID-MX255-V2 | SBID-MX265-V2 | SBID-MX275-V2 | SBID-MX286-V2 | SBID-MX255-V2-PW | SBID MX265-V2-PW |
SBID-MX275-V2-PW | SBID-MX286-V2-PW
Was this document helpful?
smar ttech.com/docfeedback/171555
Learn more
This guide and other resources for SMARTBoardMX (V2) and MX (V2) Pro series
interactive displays are available in the Support section of the SMARTwebsite
(smarttech.com/support). Scan this QRcode to view these resources on your mobile
device.
Trademark n ot ice
SMARTBoard , smarttech, the SMART lo go and all S MART taglines are trade marks or regi ster ed trademarks of SMARTTe chnolog ies ULC in the U. S. and/or o ther countries . All third-party pro duct and company names may be trad emarks o f their res pe ctive o wners.
Copyrigh t no tice
© 2 021 SMARTTe chnologi esU LC. All rig hts r es er ved . No part of this p ublication may be r ep ro duced , transmitted, transcrib ed , stor ed in a re trie val sys tem o r translated i nto any language i n any form by any means without the pri or w ritten consent of SMARTTe chnolog ies ULC. Information i n this manual is subje ct to change without notice and d oe s not rep re se nt a commitment on the part of SMART.
This p rod uct and/or use thereo f i s cov er ed by one o r more of the follow ing U.S . patents:
www.smarttech.com/patents
April 1, 2021

Important information

IMPORTANT
There ar e critical softwar e updates for the display tha t you need to install to ensure the display is fully functional and provides the best experience. Connect the display to a wired or wireless network with I nternet access to automatically download a nd apply these updates as well as future updates.
WARNING
l Failure to follow the installation instructions included with
the SMART product could result in injury and product damage which may not be covered by the warranty.
l Do not open or disassemble the SMART product. You risk
electrical shockfrom the high voltage inside the casing. Opening the casing also voids the warranty.
l Do not stand (or allow children to stand) on a chair to
touch the surface of the SMART product. Rather, mount the product at the appropriate height.
l To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose
the SMART product to ra in or moisture.
l If the SMART product r equires replacement parts, make
sure the service technician uses replacement parts specified by SMARTTechnologies or parts with the same characteristics as the original.
l Ensure that any cables that cross the floor to the SMART
product are properly bundled and marked to avoid a trip hazar d.
l Do not insert objects inside the cabinet ventilation holes,
because they couldtouch dangerous voltage points and cause electric shock,fire or product damage which may not be covered by the war ranty.
l Do not place heavy objects on the power cable. Dama ge
to the cable could cause shock,fire or product dam age which may not be covered by the warr anty.
l Useonlyextension cords and outlets that can fully
accommodate the display’spolarized plug.
l Use the power cable provided with the display. If a power
cable is not supplied,contact your supplier. Use only power cables that match the AC voltage of the power outlet and that comply with your country’s safety standards.
l If the glass is broken, do not touch the liquid crystal. To
prevent injury, handle glass fragments with car e when disposing of them.
l Do not move or m ount the display by connectingrope or
wire to its handles. The display is heavy, and failure of the rope, wire or handle could lead to injury.
l Use only VESA®-approved mounts if using a mount other
than the one supplied with the display..
l Disconnect all of the display’s power cables from the wall
outlet and seek assistance fr om qualified ser vice personnel if any of the following occur:
o
The power cable or plug is dam aged
o
Liquid is spilled into the display
o
Objects fall into the display
o
The display is dropped
o
Structural damage, such as cracking, occurs
o
The display behaves unexpectedlywhen you follow operating instructions
l Before inserting or removing an OPS fr om the display,
turn off the display using the switch at the back of the display. See Open Pluggable Slot computer (OPS)
disclaimer for more information.
CAUTION
l Turn off the display before cleaning its screen.
Otherwise, you may scramble the desktop icons or inadvertently activate applications when you wipe the screen.
l Avoidsetting up and using the SMART product in an area
with excessive levels of dust, humidity,and smoke.
l Make sure an electrical socket is near the SMART
product and remains easily accessible dur ing use.
l The display should be used only with European TN and
TT power distribution systems.
It is not suitable for older, IT-type power distribution systems found in some European countries.This system (IT-type) is widelyused isolated from earth, in some installations in France, with impedance to earth, at 230/400V, and in Norway, with voltage limiter, neutral not distributed, at 230V line-to-line.
Contact qualified per sonnel if you’re uncertain of the type of power system available where you’re installing the display.
smar ttech.com/kb/171555 3
Important information
l The accessory slot’s maximum available power is 60 W.
The slot is not a limited power source. To reduce the risk of fire, make sure that accessories connecting to the slot satisfy the fire enclosure requirements of I EC60950-1 or IEC 62368-1.
l You must connect the USB cable that came with the
SMART product to a computer that has a USB compliant interface and that bears the USB logo.In addition, the USB sour ce computer must be compliant with IEC 60950-1 and/or I EC 62368-1. The sour ce computer must be CE marked and carry safety certification marks for Canada and USA.This is for operating safety and to avoid dam age to the SMART product.
IMPORTANT
l The following are the normal operating power
requirements for the display,including speakers:
Model Power requirements
SBID-MX255-V2 100 V to 240V AC, 50 Hz to 60
Hz, 98 W max
SBID-MX265-V2 100 V to 240V AC, 50 Hz to 60
Hz, 103 W max
SBID-MX275-V2 100 V to 240V AC, 50 Hz to 60
Hz, 114 W max
SBID-MX286-V2 100V to 240V AC, 50 Hz to 60
Hz, 167 W max
l For additional r equirements and other information, refer
to the display’s specifications (see More information on page15).
Please consider the environment when you choose non-ENERGY STARsettings.
Federal Communication Commission interference statement
FCC Suppliers Declaration of Conformity 47 CFR § 2.1077 Compliance Information Unique Identifier: IDX55-2, IDX65-2, IDX75-2, IDX86-2 Responsible Party – U.S. Contact Information
SMART Technologies Inc. 2401 4th Ave., 3rd Floor Seattle,WA 98121
compliance@smarttech.com
This device complies with Par t 15 of the FCC Rules.Operation is subjectto the following two conditions:
1. This device may not cause harmful interference, and
2. this device m ust accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
NOTE
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device,pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules.These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commer cial environment. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference in which case the user will be required to correct the interference at his own expense.
ENERGYSTAR®
ENERGY STAR is the government-backedsymbol for energy efficiency,providing simple,credible, and unbiased information tha t consumers and
CAUTION
Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could voidthe user’s authority to operate this equipment.
businesses rely on to make well-informed decisions. ENERGY STAR-certified products are
the simple choice for energy efficiency,m aking it easy for consumer s and businesses to make purchases that save them money and protect the environment. The U.S. EPA ensures that each product that ear ns the label is independently certified to deliver the quality,performance, and savings that users have
Restriction
Operations in the 5.15-5.25GHz band ar e restr icted to indoor usage only.
IEEE 802.11b or 802.11g operation of this product in the USA is firmware limited to channels 1 thr ough 13.
come to expect.
As shipped,your SMART product delivers ENERGY STAR
CAUTION
performance and savings. However, changing some settings may increase energy consumption beyond the limitsrequired for ENERGY STAR certification.For example, increased brightness and contrast willincrease power consumption.
i. the device for operation in the band 5150-5250 MHz is
only for indoor use to reduce the potentialfor harmful interference to co-channel mobile satellite systems;
smar ttech.com/kb/171555 4
Important information
ii. the m aximum antenna gain permitted for devices in the
bands 5250-5350 MHz and 5470-5725MHz shall comply with the e.i.r.p.limit;and
iii. the maximum antenna gain permitted for devices in the
band 5725-5825 MH z shall comply with the e.i.r.p.limits specified for point-to-point and non point-to-point operation as appropriate.
iv. Users should also be advised that high-power radar s ar e
allocated as primary users (i.e., priority users) of the bands 5250-5350 MHz and 5650-5850 MHz and that these radars could cause interference and/or dama ge to LE-LAN devices.
Radiation exposure statement
This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment. This equipment should be installedand operated with minimum distance of 20 cm between the antenna of this deviceand all near by persons. This transmitter must not be co-located or operated in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.
Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada statement
This device complies with RSS-247of the Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada Rules.Operation is subjectto the following two conditions:
1. This device may not cause harmful interference, and
2. this device m ust accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
Radiation exposure statement
This equipment complies with I SED radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment. This equipment should be installedand operated with minimum distance of 20 cm between the antenna of this deviceand all near by persons. This transmitter must not be co-located or operated in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.
Innovation, Science et Développement économique Déclaration du Canada
Cet appareil est conforme à la norme I SED CNR-247 pour les appareils radio a gréés. Son fonctionnement est soumis aux deux conditions suivantes:
1. le dispositif ne doit pas produire de brouillage pr éjudiciable, et
2. ce dispositif doit accepter tout brouillage reçu, y compris un brouillage susceptible de provoquer un fonctionnement indésirable.
ADVERTISSEMENT
i. les dispositifs fonctionnant dans la bande 5 150-5 250
MHz sont réservés uniquement pour une utilisation à l’intérieur afin de réduire les risques de brouillage préjudiciable aux systèmes de satellites mobiles utilisant les mêmes cana ux;
ii. le gain maximal d’antenne permis pour les dispositifs
utilisant les bandes 5 250-5 350 MHz et 5 470-5 725 MHz doit se conformer à la limite de p.i.r.e.;
iii. le gain maximal d’antenne permis (pour les dispositifs
utilisant la bande 5 725-5 825 MHz) doit se conformer à la limite de p.i.r.e.spécifiée pour l’exploitation point à point et non point à point, selon le cas.
iv. De plus, les utilisateurs devraient aussi être avisés que
les utilisateurs de radars de haute puissance sont désignés utilisateurs principaux (c.-à-d., qu’ils ont la priorité) pour les bandes 5 250-5 350 MHz et 5 650-5 850 MHz et que ces ra dars pourraient causer du brouillage et/ou des dommages aux dispositifs LAN-EL.
Déclaration d’exposition aux radiations
Cet équipement est conforme aux limites d’exposition aux rayonnements ISED établies pour un environnement non contrôlé.Cet équipement doit être installé et utilisé avec un minimum de 20 cm de distance entre la source de rayonnement et votre corps. Cet émetteur ne doit pas être co- implantés ou exploités conjointement avec une autre antenne ou émetteur.
EU declaration of conformity
Hereby SMART Technologies ULC declares that the radio equipment type Interactive displays model SBI D-MX255-V2, SBID-MX265-V2, SBID-MX275-V2, SBID-MX286-V2 are in compliance with Directive 2014/53/EU.
WARNING
Operation of this equipment in a residential environment this equipment may could cause radio interference.
The full text of the EU declaration of conformity is available at the following internet address: smar ttech.com/compliance
The frequency band and the maximum transmitted power in EU are listed below:
Transmitting Band (MHz) Maximum Transmit Power
EIRP (dBm)
2402-2483.5 19
5150-5350 23
5470-5725 23
Restrictions in
smar ttech.com/kb/171555 5
Important information
AT/BE/BG/CZ/DK/EE/FR/DE/IS/IE/IT/EL/ES/CY/LV/LI/LT/LU/HU/MT NL/NO/PL/PT/RO/SI/SK/TR/FI/SE/CH/UK/HR—5150MHz­5350MHZ is for indoor use only
CAUTION: EXPOSURE TO RADIO FREQUENCY
RADIATION
This equipment complies with EU radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment. This equipment should be installed and operated with minimum distance 20 cm between the radiator and your body.
smar ttech.com/kb/171555 6
Contents
Important information 3
Chapter 1: Welcome 9
About this guide 9
About the display 10
Identifying your specific model 13
Accessories 14
More information 15
Chapter 2: Installing the display 16
Moving the SMART product to the installation site 16
Installing the SMART product on a wall 18
Installing the SMART product on a stand 25
Connecting to a network 25
Connecting power and turning on the SMART product for the first time 26
Chapter 3: Connecting computers and other devices 29
Installing SMART software 29
Connecting room computers and guest laptops 30
Connecting a SMART OPS PC module 33
Connecting other devices 33
Connector diagrams 36
Chapter 4: Maintaining the display 39
Turning off, turning on, and resetting the SMART product 39
Cleaning and maintaining hardware 41
Updating system software 44
Chapter 5: Troubleshooting 46
The display isn’t turning on 46
The screen is blank or there’s a problem with the image on the screen 47
There’s no sound or there’s a problem with the sound 48
Touch isn’t working as expected 49
The pens and erasers aren’t working as expected 50
iQ apps aren’t working as expected 50
SMART software on connected computers isn’t working as expected 51
The SMART OPS PC isn’t working as expected 51
Contacting your reseller for additional support 51
smar ttech.com/kb/171555 7
Manual_FrontMatt er
Appendix A: Adjusting iQ settings 53
Network settings 53
Personalization 54
Application settings 55
System settings 58
Appendix B: Managing the SMART product using RS-232 65
Configuring the serial interface settings 66
Commands and responses 68
Power state commands 70
Input commands 71
Brightness commands 72
Freeze commands 72
Screen shade commands 72
Volume commands 72
Mute commands 73
Firmware version commands 73
Model number commands 73
Serial number commands 73
Part number commands 74
Asynchronous messages 74
Resolving issues with managing the SMART product using RS-232 75
Appendix C: Enrolling the display in SMARTRemote Management 76
Appendix D: Hardware environmental compliance 77
Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment and Battery regulations (WEEE and Battery Directives) 77
Batteries 77
More information 77
smar ttech.com/kb/171555 8
Chapter 1
About this guide 9
About the display 10
Touch 10
Writing, drawing, and erasing 10
iQ experience 11
Display 11
Audio 11
Network connectivity 11
Room computers and guest laptops 12
Accessory slot 12
Front control panel 12
Front connector panel 12
Ambient light sensor 12
Power status light 13
Remote control and IR sensor 13
Identifying your specific model 13
Accessories 14
SMART OPS PC module 14
Stands 15
USB extenders 15
More information 15
This chapter introduces the SMARTBoard® MX (V2) and MX (V2) Pro series interactive displays.

About this guide

This guide explains how to install and maintain a SMARTBoard MX (V2) or MX (V2) Pro interactive display. It
includes the following information:
l How to install the display
l How to connect power and devices
l How to turn on the display for the first time and configure the iQ experience
smar ttech.com/kb/171555 9
Chapter 1
Welcome
l How to maintain the display for years of use
l How to troubleshoot issues with the display
In addition, this guide includes information on the display’s settings and remote management support.
This guide is intended for those who install and maintain displays in their organizations. Other
documentation and resources are available for those who use displays (see More information on page15).

About the display

The SMART Board MX (V2) or MX (V2) Pro interactive display with iQ is the hub of your classroom.
The display includes an extensive set of features and components:

Touch

You can do everything on the display that you can do at your computer—open and close applications,
meet with others, create new documents or edit existing ones, visit websites, play and manipulate videos,
and so on—by touching the display’s surface.
You can use an array of gestures within applications, including panning, scaling, rotating, and zooming in
and out.

Writing, drawing, and erasing

The display comes with two pens, which you can use to write or draw on the screen.
Use your fist or palm to erase digital ink on the screen.
smar ttech.com/kb/171555 10
Chapter 1
Welcome
With Object Awareness™, the display responds automatically to the tool or object you’re using, whether it’s
a pen, finger, or palm. The display’s Simultaneous Tool Differentiation technologies allow two people to
write independently and simultaneously.

iQ experience

The display’s iQ experience provides one-touch access to collaborative tools, including a whiteboard,
wireless screen sharing, and a web browser. With minimal network integration, there’s no need for wires,
cables, or manual software and firmware updates.
Tap the Home button on the display’s front control panel or the remote control to open the Home
screen. From the Home screen, you can open the iQ apps, switch inputs, and adjust settings.

Display

The 4K ultra-high-definition LCD display provides optimal image clarity and wide viewing angles.
The size of the display varies by model:
Models Size (diagonal)
SBID-MX255-V2 / SBID-MX255-V2-PW 55"
SBID-MX265-V2 / SBID-MX265-V2-PW 65"
SBID-MX275-V2 / SBID-MX275-V2-PW 75"
SBID-MX286-V2 / SBID-MX286-V2-PW 86"

Audio

The display includes two 15 W integrated speakers, which are designed to provide sound at the front of a
room.
TIP
You might want to connect an external audio system if you’re providing sound in a larger space (see
Connecting an external audio system on page35).

Network connectivity

The display requires a network connection for downloading software and firmware updates, and a number
of the iQ apps require a network connection as well.
smar ttech.com/kb/171555 11
Chapter 1
Welcome
You can connect to a network using Wi-Fior the RJ45 LAN jack on the display:
l Wi-Fi supports both 2.4 and 5 GHz bands.
l The two RJ45 jacks allow you to connect the display and an external device, such as a computer, to a
Ethernet network.
For more information, see Connecting to a network on page25.

Room computers and guest laptops

You can connect room computers and guest laptops and use the display to view and interact with them.
The display comes with SMART software that you can install on connected computers to take full
advantage of the display’s features while using the connected computers.
For more information, see Chapter 3: Connecting computers and other devices on page29.

Accessory slot

You can install an OPS-compatible device, such as a SMART OPS PC module, in the accessory slot.
SMARTOPS PC modules provide a complete Windows® 10 Pro installation.
For more information on SMART OPS PC modules, see SMART OPS PC module on page14.
CAUTION
The accessory slot’s maximum available power is 60 W. The slot is not a limited power source. To reduce
the risk of fire, make sure that accessories connecting to the slot satisfy the fire enclosure requirements
of IEC60950-1 and/or IEC 62368-1.

Front control panel

The front control panel contains buttons for turning the display on and off, controlling the volume, freezing
and unfreezing the screen, and showing and hiding a screen shade.
For more information about the front control panel, see the SMARTBoard MX (V2) and MX (V2) Pro series
interactive displays user guide (smarttech.com/kb/171554).

Front connector panel

The front connector panel includes connectors for USB peripherals and a computer or other input source.

Ambient light sensor

The ambient light sensor is located in the bottom-right corner of the display’s frame.
smar ttech.com/kb/171555 12
Chapter 1
Welcome
The ambient light sensor detects the brightness of the room and adjusts the screen’s brightness
accordingly.
You can enable or disable this feature (see Auto Brightness on page59).

Power status light

The power status is located in the bottom-right corner of the display’s frame.
The power status light indicates the display’s status.
Power status light Display status
Red Standby mode
Green Normal operating mode

Remote control and IR sensor

You can use the remote control to turn the display on and off, adjust display settings, and so on.
The IR sensor for the remote control is located in the bottom-right corner of the display’s frame.
For more information about the remote control, see the SMARTBoard MX (V2) and MX (V2) Pro series
interactive displays user guide (smarttech.com/kb/171554).

Identifying your specific model

SMART offers several models of the SMARTBoard MX (V2) and MX (V2) Pro series interactive display.
For help identifying your model, see the label on the left side of the
display.
Model Screen size (approximate)
SBID-MX255-V2 55" (140 cm)
smar ttech.com/kb/171555 13
Chapter 1
Welcome
Model Screen size (approximate)
SBID-MX265-V2 65" (165 cm)
SBID-MX275-V2 75" (190 cm)
SBID-MX286-V2 86" (218 cm)
SBID-MX255-V2-PW 55" (140 cm)
SBID-MX265-V2-PW 65" (165 cm)
SBID-MX275-V2-PW 75" (190 cm)
SBID-MX286-V2-PW 86" (218 cm)

Accessories

Accessories for the SMART product include:
l SMART OPS PC module
l SMART wall mount (WM-SBID-200) for SMART Board displays
l Stands
l USB extenders
NOTE
For more information about these and other accessories, see smarttech.com/accessories.

SMART OPS PC module

SMART Open Pluggable Specification (OPS) PC modules provide a hassle-free
Windows 10 Pro installation based on eighth generation Intel® Core™ processors
and are designed specifically to work with a SMART SMART product. All OPS
PC modules are WHQL certified and fully licensed with Windows 10 Pro. Install
the OPS PC module in a SMARTproduct’s OPS slot to provide a complete 4K
UHD Windows 10 installation at your fingertips, without the need for an external
PC or additional cables.
Install familiar Windows applications, such as SMARTNotebook®,
SMARTTeamWorks™, and SMARTMeetingPro® software, and access the internet directly through your
SMARTproduct’s network connection. Upgrades and service for the OPS PC module are easy to perform
without removing the SMART product from its mounting.
smar ttech.com/kb/171555 14
Chapter 1
Welcome

Stands

If you want to move the SMART product from place to place, you can install it on a SMART mobile stand. If
you are installing the SMART product on a wall that cannot support the SMARTproduct’s full weight, you
can install the SMART product on a SMART floor stand.

USB extenders

As noted in the display’s specifications, there is a maximum length for USB cable connections between the
display and computer.
When using USB 2.0, the cable should be no longer than 16'(5m).
When using USB 3.0, the cable should be no longer than 9'(3m).
Use one of the following USB extenders if you need a longer USB connection:
Extender Specifications
USB-XT smarttech.com/kb/119318
CAT5-XT-1100 smarttech.com/kb/170202
NOTES
l To extend touch using the SMART CAT 5 USB extender (CAT5-XT-1100) use a touch USB connector
associated with an HDMI 1, HDMI 2, or VGA input. The extender will not function correctly if used to
extend touch associated with the HDMI 3 input on the front of the display.
l For more information about extending USB connections, see USB cable extenders.

More information

In addition to this guide, SMART provides other documents for the display in the Support section of the
SMART website (smarttech.com/support). Scan the QR code on the cover of this guide to view links to
SMARTBoard MX (V2) and MX (V2) Pro series interactive display documents and other support resources.
smar ttech.com/kb/171555 15
Chapter 2
Moving the SMART product to the installation site 16
Using transportation aides 17
Accommodating doorways, hallways, and elevators 17
Dealing with cracked, chipped, or shattered glass 18
Saving the original packaging 18
Installing the SMART product on a wall 18
Choosing a location 19
Choosing a height 21
Assessing the wall 21
Selecting mounting hardware 21
Selecting a wall mount 21
Mounting the SMART product 22
Installing the SMART product on a stand 25
Using SMART mobile stands 25
Using a third-party stand 25
Connecting to a network 25
Connecting power and turning on the SMART product for the first time 26
SMART recommends that only trained installers install the display.
This chapter is for installers. Installers should read this information along with the installation instructions
included with the display before they install the display.
WARNING
Improper installation of the display can result in injury and product damage.

Moving the SMART product to the installation site

After your organization receives the SMART product, you need to move it to the place where you plan to
install it.
On occasion, you might also need to move the SMART product to another location after initially installingit.
smar ttech.com/kb/171555 16
Chapter 2
Installing the display
IMPORTANT
l Move the SMART product at your own risk. SMART cannot accept liability for damages or injury that
occur during the SMARTproduct’s transportation.
l When moving the SMART product:
o
Follow local safety regulations and standards.
o
Pack the SMART product in its original packaging, including the pallet.
o
Move the SMART product so that its top frame faces up.
o
Have at least two people move the SMART product.
TIP
SMARTproduct packaging may be labeled to indicate which side is the front. Look for “FRONT” on the
packaging to help orient the box during transportation.

Using transportation aides

You can use the following aides to move the SMART product:
l Cart
l Furniture dolly
l Mechanical lift

Accommodating doorways, hallways, and elevators

In some situations, you might need to remove the SMART product from its packaging to move it through
narrow doorways or hallways or onto an elevator. In these situations, keep the foam pieces on the bottom
corners of the SMART product. These foam pieces protect the SMART product if you need to set it down
during transportation.
You might also need to rotate the SMART product so that its top frame faces to the side. You can do this
during transportation, but when you install the SMART product, it must be in landscape orientation (with the
top frame facing up).
smar ttech.com/kb/171555 1 7
Chapter 2
Installing the display

Dealing with cracked, chipped, or shattered glass

The SMART product contains safety-tempered glass. Although this glass is heat-strengthened to help
withstand impacts, the glass can crack, chip or shatter if struck with enough force. (Safety glass is designed
to break into small pieces rather than sharp shards if it is broken.) Temperature changes can cause a minor
crack or chip to become worse, possibly causing the glass to shatter. See the knowledge base article,
Shattered glass on an interactive display, for information about conditions that can cause the
SMARTproduct’s glass to shatter even when it’s not in use.
If the SMARTproduct’s glass is cracked or chipped, have it professionally inspected and repaired at a
SMART authorized repair center. If the SMARTproduct’s glass shatters, carefully clean up the area and
have the SMART product repaired or replaced.
WARNING
For safety and to prevent further damage, do not continue to install or use the SMART product if its glass
is cracked, chipped or shattered.

Saving the original packaging

Save the original packaging and repack the SMART product with as much of it as possible if you ever need
to move the SMART product after installation. This packaging was designed to provide the best possible
protection against shock and vibration.
NOTE
If the original packaging isn’t available, you can purchase the same packaging directly from your
authorized SMART reseller (smarttech.com/where).
CAUTION
Move the SMART product only in the original packaging or replacement packaging purchased from your
authorized SMART reseller. Moving the SMART product without correct packaging can lead to product
damage and voids the warranty.

Installing the SMART product on a wall

Typically, you install the SMART product on a wall in a classroom or meeting space.
smar ttech.com/kb/171555 18
Chapter 2
Installing the display

Choosing a location

A SMART product is typically installed at the room’s focal point, such as at the front of a classroom or
meeting space.
Selecting an appropriate location for the SMART product is crucial for ensuring the best possible
experience with the product. Consider the following factors as you choose a location:
Factor Considerations
Room setup
Power and other connections
The location allows users, including those in wheelchairs, access to the SMART
l
product.
Refer to local regulations regarding accessibility.
The location allows for multiple users to access the SMART product at the
l
same time.
The location accommodates room traffic patterns, and there are no tripping
l
hazards.
The SMART product is not installed where it could be hit by a door or gate.
l
There are no nearby heat sources directed at the SMART product, such as a
l
radiator or heat vent.
There are no nearby shelving units, desks, or other furniture that has doors or
l
drawers that could hit the SMART product.
Furniture, wall décor, and other room features, such as light switches and
l
thermostats, do not block the SMART product and are not blocked by it. (You might be able to move some of these room features to accommodate the SMART product.)
The location is close to:
l
o
A power outlet
o
A network outlet (if you plan to use a wired network connection)
o
A room computer (if you plan to connect a room computer)
o
External audio systems and other devices that you want to connect to the SMART product
NOTES
o
If the location is not near a power outlet, consult an electrician for the power setup you need.
o
Determine if you’ll need additional equipment, such as power bars, additional cables, or cable extenders.
The location is not where the mains power supply enters the building.
l
smar ttech.com/kb/171555 19
Chapter 2
Installing the display
Factor Considerations
Visibility The SMARTproduct’s screen is clearly visible to all users in the room. SMART
recommends users sit within a 178° viewing area:
NOTE
The viewing area depends on the SMARTproduct’s resolution and a variety of other factors. For more information, see the knowledge base article,
Recommended viewing distances and viewing angles for SMARTBoard interactive displays.
Lighting The location is not near bright light sources, such as windows or strong
overhead lighting.
Light sources can cause glare on the display’s screen, reducing its visibility.
TIP
To reduce light interference, install blinds or shades on windows or skylights and install switches to dim or turn off any lights shining directly on the SMARTproduct’s screen. Keep in mind that sunlight can come through windows at different angles at different times of the year.
Acoustics The room has good acoustics (see Configuring your SMARTBoard MX (V2) or
MX (V2) Pro for the best audio performance).
Environment and ventilation
The location meets the environmental requirements in the display’s
l
specifications (see More information on page15).
The SMART product isn’t subjected to strong vibrations or dust.
l
Ventilation systems don’t blow air directly on the SMART product.
l
There is adequate ventilation or air conditioning around the SMART product so
l
that heat can flow away from it and the mounting equipment. SMARTrecommends at least 2" (5 cm) of space on all sides of the SMART product for proper airflow.
If you plan to install the SMART product in a recessed area, there is at least 4"
l
(10cm) of space between the SMART product and the recessed walls to enable ventilation and cooling.
smar ttech.com/kb/171555 20
Chapter 2
Installing the display

Choosing a height

Consider the general height of the user community when you choose the height for the SMART product.
SMART recommends that you mount the SMART product so that its top is 6'5" (1.9m) from the floor.
NOTE
If participants will be sitting at a steep angle (such as in a lecture hall), you may have to adjust the
installation height or angle.

Assessing the wall

Be sure the wall you’re installing the SMART product on can support the weight of the SMART product and
mounting equipment. If it can’t, consider using a SMART wall stand to transfer some of the weight from the
wall to the floor (see smarttech.com/accessories).
NOTE
Refer to the display’s specifications for its weight (see More information on page15).
In some situations, you may need to request an engineering analysis to determine if the wall can support
the SMART product.

Selecting mounting hardware

The mounting hardware required for installation varies according to the type of wall onto which the SMART
product is being mounted.
Refer to Installation best practices for SMART products (smarttech.com/kb/171035) for the mounting
hardware required for the SMART product.

Selecting a wall mount

It is always best to mount the SMART product on a wall. If the wall can’t support the SMARTproduct’s
weight, you can use additional hardware to transfer some of the weight to the floor.
smar ttech.com/kb/171555 21
Chapter 2
Installing the display
The display includes a pre-attached wall bracket which can be used to mount the display to the wall. See
the SBID-MX255-V2, SBID-MX265-V2, MX275-V2 and MX286-V2 installation instructions
(smarttech.com/kb/171547).
Contact your authorized SMART reseller (smarttech.com/where) for information on SMART’s mounting
options.
If you choose a third-party option rather than one of SMART’s mounting options, be sure the wall mount can
accommodate the SMARTproduct’s dimensions and support the SMARTproduct’s weight as well as the
weight of any attached accessories.

Mounting the SMART product

Mount the display following the included installation instructions. In addition, consider the following:
The electrical and mechanical components of a SMART product are designed to work properly when the
SMART product is mounted in the orientation described in its installation instructions. Mounting the SMART
product in a different orientation can cause malfunctions and will void the SMARTproduct’s warranty.
There are a number of potential hazards of mounting a SMART product in a non-standard orientation or
angle:
l Mounting a SMART product horizontally (like a table top) can cause the glass to sag, damaging the
SMART product or interfering with the SMARTproduct’s touch system.
l Non-standard orientation can affect ventilation, creating hotpots in equipment, premature failures and,
in SMARTproducts that use projectors, exploding projector bulbs.
l Mount the display vertically (90° relative to the floor plus or minus 2° for tolerance) and in landscape
orientation. SMART doesn’t support mounting the display at other angles or in portrait orientation.
smar ttech.com/kb/171555 22
Chapter 2
Installing the display
l Use the included wall mount. Optionally, use a VESA-approved mounting plate that is rated for the
display’s weight and size.
smar ttech.com/kb/171555 23
Chapter 2
Installing the display
l If you’re not using the included bolts to fasten the wall mount to the display, see the following table.
SMARTBoard MX255-V2
SMARTBoard MX265-V2
Minimum M8 length
Maximum M8 bolt length
Fasten force
Minimum M8 length
Maximum M8 bolt length
Fasten force
14 mm + x mm
where x is the combined thickness of the wall mount and washer
20 mm + x mm
where x is the combined thickness of the wall mount and washer
97.36–177.01 in-lb. (11–20 N·m)
CAUTION
Do not over-tighten the bolts.
14 mm + x mm
where x is the combined thickness of the wall mount and washer
18 mm + x mm
where x is the combined thickness of the wall mount and washer
97.36–177.01 in-lb. (11–20 N·m)
CAUTION
Fasten force
SMARTBoard MX275-V2
SMARTBoard MX286-V2
Minimum M8 length
Maximum M8 bolt length
Fasten force
Minimum M8 length
Do not over-tighten the bolts.
18 mm + x mm
where x is the combined thickness of the wall mount and washer
30 mm + x mm
where x is the combined thickness of the wall bracket and washer
97.36–177.01 in-lb. (11–20 N·m)
CAUTION
Do not over-tighten the bolts.
14 mm + x mm
where x is the combined thickness of the wall mount and washer
smar ttech.com/kb/171555 24
Chapter 2
Installing the display
Maximum M8 bolt length
Fasten force
30 mm + x mm
where x is the combined thickness of the wall mount and washer
97.36–177.01 in-lb. (11–20 N·m)
CAUTION
Do not over-tighten the bolts.

Installing the SMART product on a stand

If you want to move the SMART product from place to place or if it’s not possible to install the SMART
product on a wall, you can install it on a stand.

Using SMART mobile stands

SMART mobile stands are designed for SMART interactive displays. They are height-adjustable. Some
models include integrated speakers, a locking cabinet to secure equipment, and casters that swivel and
lock for easy movement.
For more information about SMART mobile stands, see smarttech.com/accessories.

Using a third-party stand

For information on selecting and using a third-party stand, see Installing your SMARTBoard MX (V2) or MX
(V2) Pro on a stand.

Connecting to a network

Before connecting the display, your organization’s network administrators need
to configure the network to allow users to update the display’s firmware
automatically and use all the features of the iQ experience. See Configuring
your organization’s network for a SMARTdisplay with the iQ experience.
The SMART product requires a network and internet connection for
downloading software and firmware updates, and a number of the iQ apps
require a network connection as well. You can connect to a network using Wi-Fi
or one of the RJ45 jacks.
smar ttech.com/kb/171555 25
Chapter 2
Installing the display
TIP
If you’re using one of the SMARTproduct’s RJ45 jacks to connect to a
network, you can connect a computer to the other RJ45 jack to provide
network access for the computer (pictured). This is particularly useful if there
is only one wired network connection in the room. (Network access is
available when the SMART product is on or in Sleep mode but not when it’s
in Standby mode.)

Connecting power and turning on the SMART product for the first time

The final step in installing and configuring the SMART product is to connect power and turn it on. When you
first turn on the SMART product, a setup wizard appears. Follow the steps in the wizard to complete the
setup.
To connect the SMART product to power
Connect the supplied power cable from the AC power inlet on the back of the SMART product to a
power outlet.
SBID-MX255-V2
SBID-MX265-V2
NOTE
Refer to the display’s specifications for power requirements and power consumption information
(see More information on page15).
SBID-MX275-V2 SBID-MX286-V2
smar ttech.com/kb/171555 26
Chapter 2
Installing the display
To turn on and set up the SMART product for the first time
IMPORTANT
Install the OPSPC module before you turn the SMART product on.
NOTES
l Touch is not available right after waking up the display or turning it on. Wait a few seconds and then
the display will respond to touch.
l If a USB drive is connected to the SMARTproduct’s service port, do not remove the USB drive. The
USB drive contains an important firmware update.
1. Flick the switch beside the AC power inlet to the ON(I) position.
SBID-MX255-V2 SBID-MX265-V2 SBID-MX275-V2
SBID-MX286-V2
Press the Power button on the front control panel or remote control
2.
3. Select your preferred language, and then tap Next.
4. Select your country, and then tap Next.
5. Select your time zone, and then tap Next.
6. Set the date, and then tap Next.
7. Set the time, and then tap Next.
8. Name the SMART product, and then tap Next.
smar ttech.com/kb/171555 27
Chapter 2
Installing the display
9. If the SMART product isn’t using a wired network connection, select a wireless network, and then tap
Next.
IMPORTANT
The display needs an internet connection for downloading and installing important updates. Ask the
network administrator to confirm that the network has been correctly configured for the iQ
experience. For more information about network configuration, see Connecting a SMART display
with the iQ experience to a network.
10. Select the apps you want to appear in the Apps Library, and then tap Next.
TIP
To change which apps appear in the Apps Library, see Launcher on page55.
11. Tap Finish.
The Welcome screen appears.
OR
The display downloads and applies updates for the firmware and system software.
smar ttech.com/kb/171555 28
Chapter 3
devices
Installing SMART software 29
Connecting room computers and guest laptops 30
Viewing a connected computer’s input 31
Setting a connected computer’s resolution and refresh rate 32
Connecting USB drives, peripherals, and other devices 33
Troubleshooting connected computers 33
Connecting a SMART OPS PC module 33
Connecting other devices 33
Connecting USB drives, peripherals, and other devices 34
Connecting an external display 35
Connecting an external audio system 35
Connecting room control systems 36
Connector diagrams 36
Connector panel 36
Front connector panel 37
WARNING
Ensure that any cables that cross the floor to the SMART product are properly bundled and marked to
avoid a trip hazard.

Installing SMART software

The SMART product comes with the following software, which you can install on connected computers:
Software Description Notes
SMART Learning Suite A suite of desktop and online software that
combines lesson delivery, activities, assessments, and collaborative workspaces. Includes SMARTNotebook software and SMARTLearningSuite Online.
smar ttech.com/kb/171555 29
Education models only. SMARTNotebook basic version also available.
Chapter 3
Connecting computers and other devices
Software Description Notes
SMART Meeting Pro Software that enables you to capture ideas in
Pro models only.
a virtually unlimited interactive workspace.
SMART Product Drivers Software that enables the computer to detect
input from the SMART product.
SMARTInk Software that enables you to write and draw in
digital ink over applications, files, folders,
Included with SMARTLearningSuite
Included with SMARTLearningSuite
websites, and any other open window.
TIP
You can purchase additional licenses or subscriptions to SMART software to install on other computers.
The following software is also available but sold separately:
Software Description Licensing details
SMART TeamWorks roomedition
Software that simplifies meetings and facilitates deeper, more natural interaction
1-year subscription
1
with on-site and remote participants.
SMART Remote Management
Cloud-based mobile device management software for remotely maintaining, supporting,
3-year subscription
2
controlling, and securing the SMART product and your other devices
Contact your authorized SMART reseller (smarttech.com/where) for information about purchasing SMART
software.
You can download SMART software from smarttech.com/downloads and install it following the instructions
in Installing and maintaining SMARTNotebook, Downloading and installing SMARTTeamWorks, or
Installing and maintaining SMARTMeetingPro.

Connecting room computers and guest laptops

You can connect cables for room computers and guest laptops. By installing cables in advance, you make
use of connectors that might not be accessible after the display is wall-mounted. You can then run the
cables across floors or behind walls as needed.
1
Pro models only.
2
Subscription terms may vary in some regions.
smar ttech.com/kb/171555 30
Chapter 3
Connecting computers and other devices
Side and bottom connector panel Front connector panel
TES
Install SMART software on any computers you
connect to the display (see Installing SMART
software on page29).
N-
O-

Viewing a connected computer’s input

To view a connected computer’s input
1. Connect the computer to the display.
Press the Input button on the front control panel or the remote control.
2.
The display shows thumbnails of the devices that are connected to the display’s inputs:
NOTE
A thumbnail with Touch enabled indicates a USB cable is connected between the display and
device and touch is available.
o
A gray thumbnail indicates no device is connected to an input.
o
A black thumbnail indicates a device is connected to an input but is in Standby mode.
o
A thumbnail showing a preview screen indicates an active device is connected to an input.
3. Tap the computer’s thumbnail.
smar ttech.com/kb/171555 31
Chapter 3
Connecting computers and other devices

Setting a connected computer’s resolution and refresh rate

The following table presents the recommend resolutions and refresh rates for the display’s HDMI1, HDMI 2,
and HDMI 3 input sources:
Resolution Input source aspect ratio Mode Refresh rate
3840 × 2160 16:9 UHD / 2160p 59.94 Hz / 60 Hz
50 Hz
29.97 Hz / 30 Hz
25 Hz
23.98 Hz / 24 Hz
1920 × 1080 16:9 FHD / 1080p 59.94 Hz / 60 Hz
50 Hz
29.97 Hz / 30 Hz
25 Hz
23.98 Hz / 24 Hz
1360 × 768 16:9 HD 60.015 Hz
1366 × 768 16:9 HD 60.015 Hz
1280 × 720 16:9 HD / 720p 59.94 Hz / 60 Hz
50 Hz
29.97 Hz / 30 Hz
25 Hz
23.98 Hz / 24 Hz
720 × 480 16:9 480p (DVD Player) 60 Hz
The following table presents the recommend resolutions and refresh rates for the display’s VGA input
source:
Resolution Input source aspect ratio Mode Refresh rate
1920 × 1080 16:9 [N/A] 60.000 Hz
1600 × 1200 4:3 [N/A] 60.000 Hz
1360 × 768 16:9 [N/A] 60.015 Hz
1280 × 1024 5:4 SXGA 60 60.020 Hz
1024 × 768 4:3 XGA 60
XGA 70
XGA 75
smar ttech.com/kb/171555 32
60.004 Hz
70.069 Hz
75.029 Hz
Chapter 3
Connecting computers and other devices
Resolution Input source aspect ratio Mode Refresh rate
800 × 600 4:3 SVGA 60
SVGA 72
SVGA 75
640 × 480 4:3 VGA 60 59.940 Hz
If possible, set any connected computers to these resolutions and refresh rates. See the connected
computers’ operating system documentation for instructions.
60.317 Hz
72.188 Hz
75.000 Hz

Connecting USB drives, peripherals, and other devices

You can use USB drives, peripherals, and other devices with a computer connected to the display using the
USB receptacles on the display.
For more information, see Connecting USB drives, peripherals, and other devices on the next page.

Troubleshooting connected computers

For troubleshooting information for connected computers, see Chapter 5: Troubleshooting on page46.

Connecting a SMART OPS PC module

If your organization has purchased a SMART OPS PC module, you or your
organization’s installers can install the OPS PC module in the display’s accessory
slot following the OPS PC module’s installation instructions
(smarttech.com/kb/171544). You can then view the OPS PC module’s input on
the SMART product.
For more information about SMART OPS PC modules, see the SMART OPS PC
modules user guide (smarttech.com/kb/171747).

Connecting other devices

In addition to computers, you can connect the following devices to the display:
l USB drives, peripherals, and other devices
l External displays
l External audio systems
l Room control systems
smar ttech.com/kb/171555 33
Chapter 3
Connecting computers and other devices

Connecting USB drives, peripherals, and other devices

The display includes the following USB Type A receptacles. You can connect USB drives, peripherals (such
as keyboards), and other devices to these connectors and use the devices with the iQ experience,
connected computers, and devices installed in the accessory slot (such as the SMART OPS PC module).
The following table shows which USB 3.0 Type-A receptacles you can use with each input source and the
supported USB speed:
Input source USB 3.0 Type-A receptacle on the side
connector panel
iQ
HDMI 1
HDMI 2
HDMI 3
VGA
Accessory slot
OPSPC
(SuperSpeed) (Hi-Speed)
(SuperSpeed) (Hi-Speed)
(SuperSpeed) (Hi-Speed)
(SuperSpeed) (Hi-Speed)
(SuperSpeed) (Hi-Speed)
(SuperSpeed) (Hi-Speed)
(SuperSpeed) (Hi-Speed)
USB 2.0 Type-A receptacle on the front connector panel
smar ttech.com/kb/171555 34
Chapter 3
Connecting computers and other devices

Connecting an external display

You can connect an external display using the HDMI 2.0 out connector on the
connector panel (pictured). The external display will show the same image. This
is useful when you’re using the SMART product in an auditorium or other large
space where it would be beneficial to have a second display.
IMPORTANT
If the connected external display doesn’t support HDCP, the image on the external display is limited to
480p resolution. For full resolution output, connect a display that supports HDCP.

Connecting an external audio system

The SMART product includes two speakers, which are designed to provide
sound at the front of a room. You might want to connect the SBA-100 projection
audio system (see Accessories on page14) or a third-party external audio
system if you’re providing sound in a larger space.
You can connect an external audio system to the SMART product using the
stereo 3.5mm out connector (pictured). This disables the SMARTproduct’s
internal speakers. Alternatively, you can connect an external audio system
directly to a room computer.
In addition to the stereo 3.5 mm out connector, the SMART product provides a
Sony/Philips Digital Interface (S/PDIF) out connector (pictured). S/PDIF is a
digital audio transmission medium. You need an audio system that has an
S/PDIF input to decode this connection to analog. Most external sound bars
include a S/PDIF connector.
NOTE
The S/PDIF audio is a fixed-volume output. Adjusting the display’s volume for its internal speakers does
not affect the volume output of the S/PDIF port.
smar ttech.com/kb/171555 35
Chapter 3
Connecting computers and other devices

Connecting room control systems

A room control system enables users to control a room’s lighting, audio system and, possibly, the SMART
product. Some installations may require you to integrate the SMART product with a room control system.
You can use the SMARTproduct’s RS-232 connector to connect a third-party external control system to the
SMART product (see Appendix B: Managing the SMART product using RS-232 on page65).
NOTE
SMARTproducts are not compatible with centralized remote control systems, such as a universal remote
control.

Connector diagrams

Connector panel

The following diagram and table present the connectors on the SMARTproduct’s connector panel:
Side Bottom
No. Connector Connects to Notes
1 HDMI 2.0 out External display
2 USB 2.0 Type-A [N/A] This connector is a service port.
smar ttech.com/kb/171555 36
See Connecting an external display on the previous page and
HDMI cables and connectors.
Chapter 3
Connecting computers and other devices
No. Connector Connects to Notes
3 USB 3.0 Type-A Supported USB drives,
peripherals, and other devices
See Connecting USB drives, peripherals, and other devices on page34 and USB cables and
connectors.
4 USB 3.0 Type-B HDMI 1 input (touch) See page30 and USB cables and
connectors.
5 HDMI 2.0 in HDMI 1 input (videoandaudio) See page30 and HDMI cables and
connectors.
6 USB 3.0 Type-B HDMI 2 input (touch) See page30 and USB cables and
connectors.
7 HDMI 2.0 in HDMI 2 input
(videoandaudio)
See page30 and HDMI cables and
connectors.
8 RJ45 (×2) Network See page25 and Ethernet
(network) cables and connectors.
9 S/PDIF out Digital audio output See page35 and Digital audio
cables and connectors.
10 Stereo 3.5 mm out External audio system See page35 and Analog audio
cables and connectors.
11 Stereo 3.5 mm in VGA input (audio) See page30 and Analog audio
cables and connectors.
12 VGA in VGA input (video) See page30 and VGA cables and
connectors.
13 USB 3.0 Type-B VGA input (touch) See page30 and USB cables and
connectors.

Front connector panel

The following diagram and table present the connectors on the display’s front connector panel:
smar ttech.com/kb/171555 37
Chapter 3
Connecting computers and other devices
No. Name Procedure
1 USB 2.0 Type-A connector Connect USB drives and other devices that you want
to use with the currently selected input source.
2 USB 2.0 Type-A connector Connect a USBdrive to update the display’s
firmware.
3 USB 2.0 Type-B connector
Connect a USB cable to the display and computer to
provide touch control of the computer connected to
HDMI 3.
4 HDMI 3 input connector Connect a computer or other input source to the
display (see page30).
smar ttech.com/kb/171555 38
Chapter 4
Turning off, turning on, and resetting the SMART product 39
Cleaning and maintaining hardware 41
Checking the display installation 41
Cleaning the screen 41
Cleaning the touch sensors 41
Maintaining ventilation 42
Preventing condensation 42
Replacing the pens 43
Removing and transporting the display 43
Updating system software 44
Applying an automatic system software update manually 44
Updating system software manually 45
With proper maintenance, the display will provide years of use.

Turning off, turning on, and resetting the SMART product

smar ttech.com/kb/171555 39
Chapter 4
Maintaining the display
In most situations, you can put the SMART product into Sleep or Standby when not using it following the
instructions in the SMARTBoard MX (V2) and MX (V2) Pro series interactive displays user guide
(smarttech.com/kb/171554).
In some situations, such as when you transport the SMART product or clean its screen, you need to turn the
SMART product off. You can turn it back on after.
You can also reset the SMART product.
To turn the SMART product off
Press the Power button on the convenience panel or the remote control for five seconds.
1.
A slider appears on the screen.
2. Move the slider to the right.
3. Flick the switch beside the AC power inlet to the OFF(O) position.
NOTE
Wait at least 30 seconds before turning the SMART product back on.
To turn the SMART product back on
NOTE
Touch is not available right after waking up the display or turning it on. Wait a few seconds and then the
display will respond to touch.
1. Flick the switch beside the AC power inlet to the ON(I) position.
Press the Power button on the convenience panel or the remote control.
2.
To reset the SMART product
Press and hold the Power button on the convenience panel or the remote control for 10 seconds.
The SMART product resets.
smar ttech.com/kb/171555 40
Chapter 4
Maintaining the display

Cleaning and maintaining hardware

Checking the display installation

Inspect the SMART product installation frequently to ensure that the SMART product remains securely
installed.
l Check the mounting location for signs of damage or weakness that can occur over time.
l Check for loose screws, gaps, distortions, or other issues that could occur with the mounting hardware.
If you find an issue, contact a trained installer.

Cleaning the screen

Follow these instructions to clean the screen without damaging its anti-glare coating or other product
components.
CAUTION
l Do not use permanent or dry-erase markers on the screen. If dry-erase markers are used on the
screen, remove the ink as soon as possible with a lint-free, non-abrasive cloth.
l Do not rub the screen with dense or rough material.
l Do not apply pressure to the screen.
l Do not use cleaning solutions or glass cleaners on the screen, because they can deteriorate or
discolor the screen.
To clean the screen
1. Turn off any connected computers.
Turn off the SMART product (see Turning off, turning on, and resetting the SMART product on
2.
page39).
3. Wipe the screen with a lint-free, non-abrasive cloth.
NOTE
You can also use a damp cloth with a drop of dish soap.

Cleaning the touch sensors

The display uses infrared (IR) transmitters and sensors around the display’s perimeter between the screen
and the frame. Dust buildup on the protective plastic can impair touch performance. Inspect these areas for
dust and clean them every week.
smar ttech.com/kb/171555 41
Chapter 4
Maintaining the display
CAUTION
l Do not use compressed air to clean the sensors or borders.
l Do not use water or cleaning agents to clean the touch sensors.
l Do not apply too much pressure when cleaning the display because you can damage the plastic.
To clean the IR transmitters and sensors
1. With a clean lint-free, non-abrasive cloth, gently wipe the plastic between the screen and the frame
around the perimeter of the display’s screen.
2. If dirt still remains, use 50% isopropyl alcohol (IPS) to clean the protective plastic between the screen
and the frame.

Maintaining ventilation

The SMART product requires proper ventilation. Dust buildup in the ventilation holes compromises cooling
and can lead to product failure.
l Clean accessible ventilation holes monthly with a dry cloth.
l Use a vacuum cleaner with a narrow hose end fitting to clear the back ventilation holes regularly. You
might have to remove the SMART product from the wall.
For more information on removing the SMART product, see Removing and transporting the display on
the next page.
CAUTION
Avoid setting up or using the SMART product in an area with excessive levels of dust, humidity, or smoke.

Preventing condensation

If the SMART product has been moved from a cold environment to a warmer one (for example, from
storage to the installation site), let the SMART product sit for a few hours to allow it to acclimate to the new
temperature. Failing to do so can cause humidity to build up in the space between the front glass and the
LCD.
If condensation appears under the screen after you turn on the SMART product, select an active video
source and leave the SMART product on for 48 hours. If the condensation doesn’t dissipate, contact
SMART Support if the SMART product is still under warranty.
If there is enough moisture between the layers to cause the moisture to drip and run, remove power
immediately and contact SMART Support if the SMART product is still under warranty.
smar ttech.com/kb/171555 42
Chapter 4
Maintaining the display

Replacing the pens

To prevent damage to the display’s anti-glare surface, replace a pen if its nib becomes worn. You can
purchase replacement pens from the Store for SMART Parts (seesmarttech.com/Support/PartsStore).
NOTE
For pen part numbers, refer to the service parts diagrams.

Removing and transporting the display

If the display is wall mounted, you might need to remove it from its current location and transport it to
another location on occasion.
To remove the display safely, use two or more trained installers.
WARNING
l Do not attempt to move the display by yourself. The display is very heavy.
l Do not move the display by connecting a rope or wire to the handles on the back. The display can
fall and cause injury and product damage.
IMPORTANT
Follow any documentation included with the third-party mounting hardware.
To remove the display
1. Turn off connected computers.
Turn off the display by pressing and holding the Power button on the front control panel for four
2.
seconds.
3. Flick the switch on the back of the display to the OFF(O) position.
4. Remove all accessible cables, connectors and antennae.
5. Remove any modules from the accessory slot.
smar ttech.com/kb/171555 43
Chapter 4
Maintaining the display
6. Lift the display from its mounting location and insert it into its original shipping box.
WARNING
Do not place the display on a sloping or unstable cart, stand or table. The display could fall, resulting
in injury and severe product damage.
CAUTION
Do not leave the display face up, face down or upside down for an extended period. This could
cause permanent damage to the screen.
7. Remove the mounting brackets.
To transport the display
See Moving the SMART product to the installation site on page16.

Updating system software

When the display is connected to the Internet, it updates its system software automatically.
When a system software update is available, the display downloads the update in the background then
waits for four hours of inactivity. When that happens, the display shows a two-minute countdown before
beginning the update. The countdown can be interrupted at any time. The update begins when the
countdown finishes. The display shows a blank screen for four minutes. When the update is complete, the
display shows the Home screen.
When the update is installing, touch, the front control panel and remote control will not respond.
NOTE
You can configure your organization’s network to allow or prevent automatic system software updates
(see Connecting to a network).

Applying an automatic system software update manually

If the display has downloaded the system software update but hasn’t yet applied the update, you can start
the update process manually from Settings.
To apply an automatic iQ system software update manually
1. Scroll to Auto Update.
Under Check for Updates Now, tap Apply Update Now.
2.
smar ttech.com/kb/171555 44
Chapter 4
Maintaining the display

Updating system software manually

You can download system software updates at smarttech.com/downloads and update your display using a
USB drive.
smar ttech.com/kb/171555 45
Chapter 5
The display isn’t turning on 46
The screen is blank or there’s a problem with the image on the screen 47
There’s no sound or there’s a problem with the sound 48
Touch isn’t working as expected 49
The pens and erasers aren’t working as expected 50
iQ apps aren’t working as expected 50
SMART software on connected computers isn’t working as expected 51
The SMART OPS PC isn’t working as expected 51
Contacting your reseller for additional support 51
This section explains how to resolve a variety of common issues with the display. If your specific symptoms
aren’t covered below or the solutions to the symptoms don’t work, refer to the SMART knowledge base for
additional troubleshooting information
community.smarttech.com/s/topic/0TO0P000000Xt5yWAC/mx-series

The display isn’t turning on

Symptom Troubleshooting steps
The power light isn’t lit. l Make sure the power cable is securely fastened to the power outlet and the SMART
product.
NOTE
If the power cable is connected to a power bar, make sure the power bar is securely fastened to the power outlet a nd turned on.
l Make sure the switch beside the AC power inletis in the ON (I) position.
l Make sure the power outlet is working by testing it with a different device.
l Make sure the power cable is wor king by testing it with a different device.
The power light is lit,but the screen is blank.
smar ttech.com/kb/171555 46
l Press the Power button on the front of the SMART product or on the remote control.
If the power status light is green, press Home button on the front control panel or
l
remote control, or switch to a different input source.
l Restart the SMART product.
See Tur ning off, turning on, and resetting the SMART product on page39.
l Determine if the problem is with the video.
Chapter 5
Troubleshooting

The screen is blank or there’s a problem with the image on the screen

NOTE
If the issue occurs on the Home screen, the issue may be with the display. See Contacting your reseller
for additional support on page51.
If the issue doesn’t occur on the Home screen, examine the connected computers or devices.
Symptom Troubleshooting steps
The screen is blank.
A computer is connected to the SMART product,but only a connection message appears on the screen.
The image on the screen is distorted.
OR
There ar e lines, snow or, other visual noise on the screen.
OR
The image if flickering or flashing.
OR
The image is dim.
There ar e bright spots on the screen.
Make sure the screen is working by pressing the Home button on the front control
l
panel or the rem ote control to open the Home screen.
l Make sure any connected computers are on and not in Sleep mode.
l Restart the SMART product and any connected computers.
See Tur ning off, turning on, and resetting the SMART product on page39.
l Replace the videocables connecting any computers to the SMART product to
determine if the issue is with the cables.
l Make sure the computer is connected to the currently selected input.
l If the curr ently selected input is a computer, make sure the computer is not in Sleep
mode.
Press the Home button on the fr ont control panel or the remote control to open the
l
Home screen. I f it a ppears correctly,the issue is with the video input.
l Switch to a different input a nd then back to the first input.
l Make sure any connected computers are on and not in Sleep mode.
l Restart the SMART product and any connected computers.
See Tur ning off, turning on, and resetting the SMART product on page39.
l Set any connected computers’ resolution and refr esh rate to values that the SMART
product supports.
See Setting a connected computer’s resolution and refresh r ate on page32.
l Replace the videocables tha t connect any computers to the SMART pr oduct to
determine if the issue is with the cables.
Press the Home button on the fr ont control panel or the remote control to open the
l
Home screen. I f it a ppears correctly,the issue is with the video input.
l Take a photograph of the screen and send it to SMART support. If SMART support
determines that the issue is with the screen and the SMART product is under war ranty, you m ay be eligible for a replacement.
Colors don’t appear correctly. l Be aware that if two or more SMARTproducts ar e mounted side-by-side, there could be
minor differences in colors across the SMARTproducts. This issue is not unique to SMART products.
l If the screen is completelylacking one color on the screen or the color problems occur
on the Home screen, see Contacting your r eseller for additional support on page51.
l If you’re using a VGA video input,use a different cable or connect a different source to
see if the issue is with the cable or input source.
smar ttech.com/kb/171555 47
Chapter 5
Troubleshooting
Symptom Troubleshooting steps
The image is cut off or shiftedto the left or right.
l Adjust any connected computers’ video settings, par ticularly zoom, crop, a nd
underscan.
See the computer’s operating system documentation.
l If any connectedcomputers’ desktops are entirely black, change them to dar k gray or a
different color.
l If any connectedcomputers’ desktops are extended a cross multiple screens, duplicate
the desktops across the screens or set the SMART product as the only screen.
The image doesn’t fill the entire screen.
l Adjust any connected computers’ video settings, par ticularly overscan.
See the computer’s operating system documentation.
l Make sure the connected computer’s video connector is configured to output a
supported videosignal. See No video display output fr om a laptop.
A persistent image appears on the
See I mage persistence or burn in on LCD displays.
SMART product.

There’s no sound or there’s a problem with the sound

Symptom Troubleshooting steps
There’s no sound.
OR
There is sound, but the volume is low.
OR
The sound is distorted or muffled.
l If you’re using an external audio system, make sure it is tur ned on.
l Make sure the cables connecting the SMART product to the computer are securely
fastened.
NOTES
o
The SMARTproduct’s stereo 3.5 mm in connector works with the VGA input only.
o
Connectingan audio cable to the SMARTproduct’sstereo 3.5 mm out connector disablesthe internal speakers.
o
If you’re using the SMARTproduct’s S/PDIF out connector to connect a sound bar or receiver for external speakers, see Connectingan external audio system on page35.
l If you’re using the display’s stereo 3.5 mm out connector, adjust the volume on the
SMART product and the connected computer and make sur e neither are muted.
l If you’re using the SMARTproduct’s S/PDIF out connector, adjust the volume on the
external audio system and make sure the audio system isn’t muted.
l Adjust the SMARTproduct’s audio settings.
See Audio on page60.
l If you’re using the integrated speakers, set the volume for the computer and any
running applications to 80%, and then adjust the SMARTproduct’s volume.
OR
If you’re using an external audio system, set the volume for the computer, any running applications and the SMART pr oduct to 80%, a nd then adjust the external audio system’s volume.
smar ttech.com/kb/171555 48
Chapter 5
Troubleshooting
Symptom Troubleshooting steps
There is a whine or buzzing sound coming from the back of the SMART product.
l Be awa re that these sounds are normal. All SMARTproducts emit some electrical noise.
Such sounds may be more noticeable with some SMARTproducts than with others. However, if you hea r noise from the front of the SMART product,further investigation is required.
l Connect all devices to the same power outlet or power bar.

Touch isn’t working as expected

Symptom Troubleshooting steps
The SMART product doesn’t respond to touch.
l Touch is not available right after waking up the display or turning it on. Wait a few
seconds and then the display will respond to touch.
l Make sure SMART Product Drivers 12.14 or later are installed and running on any
connected computers.
l Make sure the USB cable between the display and the computer doesn’t exceed the
supported maximum cable length. See Connecting room computers and guest laptops on page30.
l Make sure any connected computers have detected the SMARTproduct’s USB
connection and SMARTProduct Drivers 12.14 or later is installed.
l On Windows computers, open Device Manager and make sure there is no red X or
yellow explanation mark (!) over the SMARTproduct’s icon.
l On Mac computers, open System Information and make sure there are no error
messages in the SMARTproduct’s row.
l For Ma c computers with macOS Mojave, see How to resolve issues with installing and
using SMARTLearning Suite software on macOS Mojave.
The SMART product responds to touch interm ittently.
OR
When you touch the screen, the pointer doesn’tappear in the corr ect place.
l Make sure jewelry or clothing doesn’t touch the boar d when erasing the ink.
l When erasing, make sure the palm or fist is flat on the screen.
l Touch is not available right after waking up the display or turning it on. Wait a few
seconds and then the display will respond to touch.
l Restart the SMART product.
See Tur ning off, turning on, and resetting the SMART product on page39.
l Confirm with the installers that the computer is connected to the SMART product with
only a singlecable.
l Make sure SMART Product Drivers and SMARTInk are installed and running on any
connected computers. Orient the display.See Orienting your SMART interactive product
using SMART Product Drivers 12.
l Remove infra red sources, such as incandescent or arc lights,desk lamps, and infrared
audio devices, or move the SMART product to another location in the room.
l Remove any USB extenders to help isolate the USB cable.
l Update the firmware.
smar ttech.com/kb/171555 49
Chapter 5
Troubleshooting
The pens and erasers aren’t working as expected
Symptom Troubleshooting steps
The SMART product doesn’t respond to touch or writing with a pen.
The SMART product responds to touch but not to writingwith a pen.
When you wr ite on the screen, the ink appears in the wrong place.
OR
Writingis intermittent.
OR
Ink disappears as you write.
l Touch is not available right after waking up the display or turning it on. Wait a few
seconds and then the display will respond to touch.
l Make sure any connected computers have detected the SMARTproduct’s USB
connection and SMARTProduct Drivers 12.14 or later is installed.
l On Windows computers, open Device Manager and make sure there is no red X or
yellow explanation mark (!) over the SMARTproduct’s icon.
l On Mac computers, open System Information and make sure there are no error
messages in the SMARTproduct’s row.
l Reinstall or update SMART Product Drivers and SMARTInk on any connected
computers.
l Make sure SMARTProduct Drivers is version 12.14 or later.
l Reinstall or update SMART Product Drivers and SMARTInk on any connected
computers.
l Make sure you a re using a SMART Board MX (V2) interactive display pen.
l Restart the SMART product.
See Tur ning off, turning on, and resetting the SMART product on page39.
l Confirm with the installers that the computer is connected to the SMART product with
only a singlecable.
l Make sure SMART Product Drivers and SMARTInk are installed and running on any
connected computers.
l Make sure the pen nib is not worn. Replacement pens are available from the Store for
SMART Par ts (see smarttech.com/Support/PartsStore).
l Make sure SMART Product Drivers and SMARTInk are installed and running on any
connected computers. Orient the display.See Orienting your SMART interactive product
using SMART Product Drivers 12.
l Remove infra red sources, such as incandescent or arc lights,desk lamps, and infrared
audio devices, or move the SMART product to another location in the room.
l Update the firmware.
You can’t write or draw in Microsoft® Office.
l Make sure Microsoft Office 2013 or later is installed.
l Reinstall or update SMART Product Drivers and SMARTInk.

iQ apps aren’t working as expected

Symptom Troubleshooting steps
iQ apps aren’t working as expected. See Tr oubleshootingthe iQ experience.
smar ttech.com/kb/171555 50
Chapter 5
Troubleshooting
SMART software on connected computers isn’t working as expected
Symptom Troubleshooting steps
SMARTNotebooksoftware isn’t working as expected.
SMART Learning SuiteOnline isn’t working as expected.
SMARTTeamWorks software isn’t working as expected.
SMART Meeting Pro software isn’t working as expected.
SMARTInk isn’t working as expected. See Tr oubleshootingSMART Ink.
SMART Product Drivers isn’t working as expected.
See Tr oubleshootingSMARTNotebook.
See Tr oubleshootingcommon issues in SMART Lear ning Suite Online.
See Tr oubleshootingSMART TeamWorks.
See Basic troubleshootingfor SMART Meeting Pro.
See Tr oubleshootingSMARTProduct Drivers.

The SMART OPS PC isn’t working as expected

Symptom Troubleshooting steps
The SMART OPS PC module isn’t working as expected.
See the SMART OPS PC modules user guide (smarttech.com/kb/171747).

Contacting your reseller for additional support

If an issue you’re experiencing with the display persists or isn’t covered in this chapter or the knowledge
base, contact your authorized SMART reseller (smarttech.com/where) for support.
Your reseller might ask you for the display’s serial number. The serial
number is on a label located on the left side of the display (pictured).
smar ttech.com/kb/171555 51
Chapter 5
Troubleshooting
TIPS
l Scan the QR code on the label to view the SMARTBoard MX (V2) or MX (V2) Pro series interactive
display support pages on the SMART website.
You can also find the serial number in the iQ settings (see Appendix A: Adjusting iQ settings on
l
page53).
smar ttech.com/kb/171555 52
Appendix A
Network settings 53
Personalization 54
Application settings 55
System settings 58
You can access settings using the icon on the Home screen.
NOTES
l Settings can apply to a user or to the entire system. User-level settings change depending on the
user who is signed in. System-level settings apply to all users. See the settings for more information.
l Some settings aren’t available while you’re signed in to your SMART Account. Sign out of your
SMART Account on the display to see all settings.

Network settings

Option Values Function Notes User or system
setting
Wi-Fi
Wi-Fi
[Wi-Finetwork name]
Wi-Fi MACaddress
Wi-Fi IPaddress
smar ttech.com/kb/171555 53
On
Off
[N/A] Shows information about the
[N/A] Shows MACaddress for the network
[N/A] Shows IPaddress for the network the
Enables or disables Wi-Fi on the SMART product.
connected wireless network.
the SMART product is connected to.
SMART product is connected to.
Turn on Wi-Fi to discover networks.
[N/A] System
[N/A] System
[N/A] System
System
AppendixA
Adjusting iQ settings
Option Values Function Notes User or system
setting
SMARTiQ Ethernet
Advanced options
StaticIP (Use DHCP)
Proxy (Use proxy)
Proxy (Auto-configure)
MAC Address
IP Address
Bluetooth
Bluetooth
View a vailable bluetooth
devices
[N/A] Options available when an Ethernet
cable is connected
On
Off
On
Off
On
Off
[N/A] Shows information about the network
[N/A] Shows information about the network
On
Off
[N/A] Shows available Bluetooth devices. Turn on Bluetooth
Enables or disables DHCP to assign the SMART product an IP address.
Enables or disables a proxy ser ver for connecting to the network.
Enables or disables automatic configuration of the proxy server for connecting to the network.
the SMART product is connected to.
the SMART product is connected to.
Enable or disable the SMARTproduct’s Bluetooth.
[N/A] System
[N/A] User
[N/A] User
[N/A] User
[N/A] System
[N/A] System
Turn on Bluetooth to view available Bluetooth devices.
to view available Bluetooth devices.
System
System
SMARTCloud
SMART Cloud Status
Service Region
[Status] Shows the status of SMART Cloud. [N/A] System
[N/A] Shows the service r egion. [N/A] System

Personalization

NOTE
If iQ is disabled, Personalization settings are not available.
smar ttech.com/kb/171555 54
AppendixA
Adjusting iQ settings
Option Values Function Notes User or system
setting
Wallpaper
[Wallpapers] Select the wallpaper that
appears in the background.
l 1920 × 1080 images
work best
l The display supports
.png and .jpg file formats
l See Changing the
display’s wallpaper.
User

Application settings

NOTE
If iQ is disabled, Application settings are not available.
Option Values Function Notes User or system
setting
Launcher
SMARTNotebookPlayer
On
Off
Enables or disables SMART Notebook Player in the Apps Librar y.
[N/A] User
Browser
Input
Screen Share
Files Library
Whiteboard Storage
Default Whiteboard
Location
Files Storage
Allow Google Drive
integration in Files Librar y
On
Off
On
Off
On
Off
[N/A] [N/A] [N/A] User
My Files > SLS Files
My Files > Boar d Files
[N/A] [N/A] [N/A] User
On
Off
Enables or disables Browser in the Apps Library.
Enables or disables I nput in the Apps Library.
Enables or disables Screen Share in the Apps Library.
Sets where new whiteboard files are saved.
Enables or disables access to Google Drive when you’re signed in to your SMARTAccount.
[N/A] User
[N/A] [N/A]
[N/A] User
See Syncing
SMARTNotebookand SMARTLearning Suite Online files to the iQ experience.
See Opening your
Google Drive or OneDrive on the display.
User
User
smar ttech.com/kb/171555 55
AppendixA
Adjusting iQ settings
Option Values Function Notes User or system
setting
Allow OneDrive
integration in Files Librar y
SMARTWhiteboard
Whiteboard Storage
Librar y
Save Whiteboards in
Librar y
Mobile App
Saving Whiteboards
Sharing Whiteboards
On
Off
Enables or disables access to OneDrive when you’re signed in to your SMARTAccount.
See Opening your
Google Drive or OneDrive on the
User
display.
[N/A] [N/A] [N/A] User
On
Off
For 1 week
For 1 Month
Enables or disables saving kapp Whiteboard sessions.
Sets how long kapp Whiteboard sessions a re sa ved.
[N/A] User
[N/A] User
Indefinitely
On
Off
Enables or disables the Capture function in the SMARTkapp app.
If this option is off, the QR code is not visible.
User
The SMARTkapp app cannot connect to the SMART product and your mobile device cannot save snapshots of the SMART product in the app.
On
Off
Enables or disables the I nvite function on the SMARTkapp app.
If this option is off, you cannot invite people to
User
your session.
Annotation
Enable annotation layers
Screen Share
Require Permission
AirPlay
Google Cast
On
Off
On
Off
On
Off
On
Off
Enables or disables annotations on the Home screen, video input,and most apps.
Enables or disables automatic connection from a device sharing its screen.
Enables or disables the AirPlay protocol.
Enables or disables the Google Cast protocol.
[N/A] User
[N/A] System
AirPlay is enabled by
System
default.
Google Cast is enabled
System
by default.
smar ttech.com/kb/171555 56
AppendixA
Adjusting iQ settings
Option Values Function Notes User or system
setting
Miracast
Performance Logging
Auto-disconnect from
Wififor Miracast
On
Off
On
Off
On
Off
Enables or disables the Miracast protocol.
SMART Support may ask users to enable Performance Logging to help diagnose issues.
When enabled,the display disconnects from the network when a device shares its screen using M iracast.
Miracast is enabled by default.
IMPORTANT
Devices that use AirPlay and Google Cast can’t connect to the display while a Miracast device is connected.
Performance Logging is disabled by default.
SMARTrecommends enabling this setting for area s with high network saturation or busy networks.
IMPORTANT
Only one device can connect to the SMART product when Mira cast is enabled.
This setting used to be named “Miracast Connection Handling”
System
System
System
Reset Screen Shar e
Use Web Player
[N/A] Closes and restarts the Screen
Share app and its discovery services.
On
Off
When enabled,the display uses a different method to str eam videos.
You can restart Screen Share as a troubleshooting step if a mobile device or computer can’t find or connect to the SMART product.
If this method doesn’t work, disable it to return to the original method.
System
System
smar ttech.com/kb/171555 57
AppendixA
Adjusting iQ settings
System settings
Option Values Function Notes User or system
setting
System
Access to USB mass
storage devices
SMARTBoard with iQ
Default input
Power
Turn screen off after
Go to energy saving
mode after
On
Off
On
Off
Inputs availableon the SMART product.
Disabled
1 min
5 mins
30 mins
1 hour
1.5 hour s
2 hours
5 hours
10 hours
Disabled
1 min
5 mins
30 mins
1 hour
1.5 hour s
2 hours
5 hours
10 hours
Enables or disables access to a USB drive.
Enables or disables the iQ experience.
Select the default input the SMART product will use when starting.
Sets the number of minutes of inactivitybefore the display goes to sleep.
Sets the number of minutes of inactivitybefore the display enters energy saving mode .
[N/A] System
[N/A] System
The iQ embedded experience is the default input.
The default is 60 minutes.
The default is 60 minutes.
System
System
System
Standby (Shutdown)
Networked Standby
(Sleep)
Display
Screen Adjustment
smar ttech.com/kb/171555 58
[N/A] If selected,the display wakes
up slowly.
[N/A] If selected,the display wakes
up faster
This option is more ener gy efficient.
This option is less energy efficient.
System
System
AppendixA
Adjusting iQ settings
Option Values Function Notes User or system
setting
Brightness
Auto Brightness
Advanced Display Options
Color
Temperature
0–100 Sets the overall brightness of
the image.
On
Off
Enables or disables the automatic brightness adjustment depending on the ambient light level.
Very Cool
Cool
Sets how colors appear on the display.
Neutral
Warm
Very Warm
System
NOTE
If Auto Brightness is enabled and the brightness slider is moved quicklyleft or right, the image on the screen flickers. This willbe fixed in a future system software release.
[N/A] System
[N/A] System
Lightness
Contrast
Saturation
Red
Green
Blue
HDMI Output
0–488 Sets the overa ll lightness of
the image.
0–488 Sets the overa ll contrast of the
image.
0–511 Sets the overall satur ation of
the image.
0–448 Sets the overall red of the
image..
0–448 Sets the overall green of the
image.
0–448 Sets the overall blue of the
image.
[N/A] System
[N/A] System
[N/A] System
[N/A] System
[N/A] System
[N/A] System
smar ttech.com/kb/171555 59
AppendixA
Adjusting iQ settings
Option Values Function Notes User or system
setting
Default resolution
HDMI I nput
Advanced
HDMISettings
Go to the Input Lobby
when there is no signal
Audio
Speakers
Built-in Speakers
Auto
4K60
1080p60
720p60
640x480p60
HDMI 2.0
HDMI 1.4b
Auto-detect
On
Off
On
Off
Sets the HDMI out resolution. [N/A] System
Sets the HDMI version for each HDMIinput.
You can also enable or disable
System
strictly conformant HDMIInput DDCSDAtiming and forbid or allow HDCP2.2 with older receivers.
When enabled,show the input
System previews when there is no signal.
Enables or disables the display’s internal speakers.
When analog speakers are
System
connected to the display, the display’s internal speakers are disabled automatically.
Audio Properties
Balance
0–100 Sets the audio output from the
speakers.
Drag the slider all the way to the left
System
to have all a udio from the left speaker. Drag the slider all the way to the r ight to have all the audio from the right speaker.
Bass
Treble
0–100 Sets the bass level. [N/A] System
0–100 Sets the treble level. [N/A] System
smar ttech.com/kb/171555 60
AppendixA
Adjusting iQ settings
Option Values Function Notes User or system
setting
Date & Time
Automatic Date & Time
Date
Time
24 H our Time
Time Zone
Language
On
Off
Sets the SMARTproduct’s date and time automatically.
[N/A] Sets the SMARTproduct’s
date.
[N/A] Sets the SMARTproduct’s
time.
On
Off
Shows the SMARTproduct’s time using the 24-hour clock.
[N/A] Sets the SMARTproduct’s time
zone.
[Languages] Sets the language for the
settings menu.
Configure the
System
network to allow Network Time Protocol(NTP) requests to internet time servers. See
Connectingto a network.
Disable
System
Automatic date & time to set the
date manually.
Disable
System
Automatic date & time to set the
time manua lly.
[N/A] User
[N/A] System
[N/A] User
Country
Diagnostics
Factory Reset
Save Log File to a USB
key
Submit Log fileto
SMART
Impr ove the Experience
Support ID
Logging Service
[Countries] Sets the SMARTproduct’s
country.
[N/A] Resets all options to their
default values.
[N/A] Copy diagnostic logs to a USB
drive.
[N/A] Send diagnostic logs to
SMART.
On
Off
Sends usage statistics and error reports to SMART.
[Support ID] Shows the support ID
associated with the display.
[Languages] Sets the language for the
settings menu.
[N/A] System
Only
[N/A]
administrators should r eset the SMART product.
[N/A] [N/A]
[N/A] [N/A]
[N/A] User
[N/A] [N/A]
[N/A] User
smar ttech.com/kb/171555 61
AppendixA
Adjusting iQ settings
Option Values Function Notes User or system
setting
Enable Logging Service
Log Levels
Log Level RAW
Log Level SPM
Log Level RATP
Log Level SEP
Log Level EXT
Security
LockDown Settings
On
Off
Enables or disables saving logs to a USB drive
[N/A] System
[N/A] [N/A] [N/A] [N/A]
On
Off
Advanced logging options to be set under the direction of
[N/A] System
SMART Support
On
Off
Advanced logging options to be set under the direction of
[N/A] System
SMART Support
On
Off
Advanced logging options to be set under the direction of
[N/A] System
SMART Support
On
Off
Advanced logging options to be set under the direction of
[N/A] System
SMART Support
On
Off
Advanced logging options to be set under the direction of
[N/A] System
SMART Support
[N/A] Lockdown the
SMARTproduct’s settings using a certificate on a USB drive.
See Locking
down the Settings app for more
information.
System
Make passwords visible
Install certificates
View certificates
Automatic inactivitylog
out
Clean up
Clean Up Policy
On
Off
Reveals characters when typinga password in an app or
[N/A] System
website
[N/A] Install certificates to connect to
[N/A] System
a network.
[N/A] View installed certificates. [N/A] System
Enabled
Disabled
Disabled
Manually reset with the Clean
Automaticallylogs a user off after a time of inactivity.
Sets how often the SMART product cleans up.
[N/A] System
[N/A] User
Up button in the launcher
1 hour
2 hours
3 hours
1 day
smar ttech.com/kb/171555 62
AppendixA
Adjusting iQ settings
Option Values Function Notes User or system
setting
Clean Up the
whiteboard
Clean Up the browser
Clean Up other
applications
Software Update
Updates Channel
Checkfor Updates Now
[N/A] Saves the Whiteboard session
[N/A] User to the Library and erases the Whiteboard.
[N/A] Closes the browser tabs and
[N/A] User clears the history, cache, and cookies.
[N/A] Closes open applications. [N /A] User
Stable Channel
Beta Channel
Sets which iQ system software updates the SMART product receives.
When switching
from the Beta
channel to the
System
Stable channel, a
factory reset
occurs. See
page61 for more
information about
factory reset.
For more
information about
the Beta Channel,
see Switching to
the Beta channel.
[N/A] Checksfor updates to the
system software.
If an update is
available,the text
[N/A]
changes to Apply
NOTE
update now.
The SMART product must be connectedto the internet to checkfor system software updates or a USB drive with the system software update fileis connected to the display.
Remote Management
Launch Remote
Mana gement Settings
[N/A] Configure the
SMARTproduct’s connection settings with the Radix Viso server.
This option is only
enabled when
Remote
Mana gement is
System
enabled.
Remote Management
Enabled
On
Off
Enables or disables Remote Mana gement on the SMART
[N/A] User
product.
RadixViso version
[N/A] Shows the RadixViso version. [N/A] System
smar ttech.com/kb/171555 63
AppendixA
Adjusting iQ settings
Option Values Function Notes User or system
setting
About
Help
Board Nam e
Send Feedback
Board Details
Build Number
Serial N umber
Part Number
Model N umber
Configuration
Firmware Details
Touch controller
version
[N/A] Shows the SMART support
[N/A] [N/A] site.
[N/A] Select a name for your SMART
[N/A] System product.
[N/A] Send feature r equest to
[N/A] [N/A] SMART.
[N/A] [N/A] [N/A] [N/A]
[N/A] Shows the iQ system
[N/A] [N/A] software’s version number.
[N/A] Shows the display’s serial
[N/A] [N/A] number.
[N/A] Shows the display’s part
[N/A] [N/A] number.
[N/A] Shows the display’s model
[N/A] [N/A] number.
[N/A] Shows the display’s iQ system
[N/A] [N/A] configuration.
[N/A] [N/A] [N/A] [N/A]
[N/A] Shows the SMARTproduct’s
[N/A] [N/A] touch controller version.
Scaler version
Legal Information
End User License
Agreement
Open Source Licenses
SMARTIntellectual
Property
[N/A] Shows the SMARTproduct’s
[N/A] [N/A] scaler version.
[N/A] [N/A] [N/A] [N/A]
[N/A] Shows the SMART end user
[N/A] [N/A] license agreement.
[N/A] Shows the open source
[N/A] [N/A] licenses.
[N/A] Shows the SMART intellectual
[N/A] [N/A] property information.
smar ttech.com/kb/171555 64
Appendix B
RS-232
Configuring the serial interface settings 66
Commands and responses 68
Power state commands 70
Input commands 71
Brightness commands 72
Freeze commands 72
Screen shade commands 72
Volume commands 72
Mute commands 73
Firmware version commands 73
Model number commands 73
Serial number commands 73
Part number commands 74
Asynchronous messages 74
Resolving issues with managing the SMART product using RS-232 75
smar ttech.com/kb/171555 65
AppendixB
Managing the SMART product using RS-232
You can connect an RS-232 cable from a computer or a control system’s serial output to the
SMARTproduct’s RS-232in connector to remotely select video inputs, turn the SMART product on or off,
and get information about the SMARTproduct’s current settings, such as volume and power state.
IMPORTANT
Use only a standard RS-232 cable. Do not use a null modem cable. Null modem cables typically have
ends of the same type.
TIP
SMART also offers SMART RemoteManagement cloud-based device-management software, which you
can use to manage SMARTBoard interactive displays with iQ and devices running Windows, Chrome™
OS, Android™, and iOS operating systems. For more information, see SMART RemoteManagement.

Configuring the serial interface settings

Configure the computer or control system’s serial interface before sending commands to the SMART
product.
1. Turn on the SMART product.
2. If you’re using a terminal application on a computer, activate local echo to see what you’re typing and
sending to the display.
smar ttech.com/kb/171555 66
AppendixB
Managing the SMART product using RS-232
3. Configure the serial interface settings with the following values:
Baud rate 19200
Data length 8
Parity bit None
Stop bit 1
4. Send a carriage return character (<CR>) to the SMART product. The SMART product will show a
command prompt (>) to indicate that the SMART product can now accept commands.
NOTE
o
If you’re using a terminal application on a computer, pressing ENTER should send a carriage
return character (<CR>) but may also send a line feed character (<LF>), depending on your
terminal application configuration.
o
If no message appears or an error message appears, the serial interface isn’t configured
correctly. Repeat steps 3 and 4.
smar ttech.com/kb/171555 67
AppendixB
Managing the SMART product using RS-232
When using a control system program instead of terminal program, all lines output from the display are
preceded by a carriage return character (<CR>) and line feed character (<LF>) and then followed by a
carriage return character (<CR>) and line feed character (<LF>), as shown in the example below. Refer to an
ASCIItable for more information about character codes if needed.
>set volume=0<CR> <CR><LF> volume=0<CR><LF> >

Commands and responses

To access SMART product information or to adjust SMART product settings using the room control system,
send a command after the command prompt (>), send a carriage return character or press ENTER, and then
wait for the response from the SMART product. Responses are preceded by a carriage return character
(<CR>) and line feed character (<LF>) and then followed by a carriage return character (<CR>) and line feed
character (<LF>). If no command prompt is present, send a carriage return character to theSMART product.
If the SMART product is ready to receive commands, it will show a command prompt (>) when the carriage
return is received. See the example below.
CORRECT
>get volume
volume=55
>
If you type a command that the room control system doesn’t recognize, you receive an invalid command
response.
In the example below, the user used =-50 instead of -50.
INCORRECT
>set volume=-50
invalid cmd: setvolume=-50
>
smar ttech.com/kb/171555 68
AppendixB
Managing the SMART product using RS-232
NOTES
l Use ASCII formatted commands.
l Commands aren’t case-sensitive and extra spacing is ignored.
l In many terminal applications on a computer, you can use the BACKSPACEkey when typing
commands.
l Review each entry carefully before sending a command to the SMART product.
l Don’t send another command until you receive the response and the next command prompt (>). If no
command prompt is present, send a carriage return character (<CR>) to the SMART product. If the
SMART product is ready to receive commands, it will show a command prompt after receiving the
carriage return.
To retrieve a setting’s current value
Use a get command.
This example shows how to get the volume:
>get volume
volume=55
>
To assign a value to a setting
Use a set command.
This example sets the volume to 65:
>set volume=65
volume=65
>
smar ttech.com/kb/171555 69
AppendixB
Managing the SMART product using RS-232
To increase or decrease the value of a setting
Use the set command to increase or decrease the value by a designated number.
This example increases the volume by 5:
>set volume+5
volume=70
>
This example decreases the volume by 15:
>set volume-15
volume=55
>

Power state commands

Get command Set command Response
get powerstate set powerstate[Value]
Where [Value] is one of the following:
=on
l
=ready
l
=standby
l
=powersave
l
NOTE
If the SMART product is in UPDATEON or UPDATEREADY state, it might not change power states after receiving the command.
The SMART product has six power states:
Power state Description
ON The SMART product is in normal operating mode.
powerstate=[Value]
Where [Value] is one of the following:
l
l
l
l
l
l
on
ready
standby
powersave
updateon
updateready
smar ttech.com/kb/171555 70
AppendixB
Managing the SMART product using RS-232
Power state Description
READY The screen is off, but the SMART product is ready to turn on when one of the
following occurs:
A user presses the Power button on the convenience panel or the remote
l
control.
You send the setpowerstate=on command.
l
STANDBY The screen is off, and the SMART product is in a low power state. The SMART
product enters READY or ON state when one of the following occurs:
A user presses the Power button on the convenience panel or the remote
l
control.
You send the setpowerstate=standby command.
l
POWERSAVE The screen is off, and the SMART product is a very low power state. The SMART
product enters READY or ON state when one of the following occurs:
A user presses the Power button on the convenience panel or the remote
l
control.
You send the setpowerstate=powersave command.
l
UPDATEON The SMART product is updating firmware. Do not turn off the SMART product.
UPDATEREADY The SMART product is updating firmware while the screen is off. Do not turn off the
SMART product.
With the exception of getpowerstate and setpowerstate, commands are available only when the
SMART product is in READY or ON power state.

Input commands

Get command Set command Response
get input set input[Value]
Where [Value] is one of the following:
=hdmi1
l
=hdmi2
l
=hdmi3
l
=vga1
l
=ops1
l
=android
l
input=[Value]
Where [Value] is one of the following:
hdmi1
l
hdmi2
l
hdmi3
l
vga1
l
ops1
l
android
l
smar ttech.com/kb/171555 71
AppendixB
Managing the SMART product using RS-232
Brightness commands
Get command Set command Response
get brightness set brightness[Value]
Where [Value] is one of the following:
+[Value]
l
-[Value]
l
=[5–100]
l
brightness=[Value]
Where [Value] is a number between 5 and 10 0

Freeze commands

Get command Set command Response
get videofreeze set videofreeze[Value]
Where [Value] is one of the following:
=on
l
=off
l
videofreeze=[Value]
Where [Value] is one of the following:
l
l

Screen shade commands

on
off
Get command Set command Response
get screenshade set screenshade[Value]
Where [Value] is one of the following:
=on
l
=off
l
screenshade=[Value]
Where [Value] is one of the following:
l
l

Volume commands

Get command Set command Response
get volume set volume[Value]
Where [Value] is one of the following:
+[Value]
l
-[Value]
l
=[0–100]
l
volume=[Value]
Where [Value] is a number between 0 and 10 0
on
off
smar ttech.com/kb/171555 72
AppendixB
Managing the SMART product using RS-232
Mute commands
Get command Set command Response
get mute set mute[Value]
Where [Value] is one of the following:
=on
l
=off
l

Firmware version commands

Get command Response
get fwversion fwversion=[Value]
Where [Value] is the firmwar e version.

Model number commands

Get command Response
get modelnum modelnum=[Value]
Where [Value] is one of the following:
sbid-mx055-v2
l
sbid-mx065-v2
l
sbid-mx075-v2
l
sbid-mx086-v2
l
mute=[Value]
Where [Value] is one of the following:
on
l
off
l

Serial number commands

Get command Response
get serialnum serialnum=[Value]
Where [Value] is the serial number.
smar ttech.com/kb/171555 73
AppendixB
Managing the SMART product using RS-232
Part number commands
Get command Response
get partnum partnum=[Value]
Where [Value] is the part number, including the revision.

Asynchronous messages

The SMART product sends an asynchronous message when the front control panel, Settings app, or
remote control are used to change a SMARTproduct’s setting that can be controlled by RS-232. The
SMART product will also send an asynchronous message if the SMARTproduct’s power state changes.
Asynchronous messages are identified by a pound sign (#) before the message and aren’t followed by a
command prompt (>).
Change Asyncronous message
SMARTproduct power state
Input selection
Brightness
Freeze frame
#powerstate=[Value]
Where [Value] is one of the following:
on
l
ready
l
standby
l
powersave
l
updateon
l
updateready
l
#input=[Value]
Where [Value] is one of the following:
hdmi1
l
hdmi2
l
hdmi3
l
vga1
l
ops1
l
android
l
#brightness=[Value]
Where [Value] is a number between 5 and 10 0
#videofreeze=[Value]
Where [Value] is one of the following:
on
l
off
l
Screen shade
#screenshade=[Value]
Where [Value] is one of the following:
on
l
off
l
smar ttech.com/kb/171555 74
AppendixB
Managing the SMART product using RS-232
Change Asyncronous message
Volume increase or decrease
Volume mute
#volume=[Value]
Where [Value] is a number between 0 and 100
#mute=[Value]
Where [Value] is one of the following:
on
l
off
l
Resolving issues with managing the SMART product using RS-232
The following table presents common issues with managing the SMART product using RS-232 and explains
how to resolve them:
Symptom Troubleshooting steps
Mana ging the SMART product using RS-232 isn’t working as expected.
l Make sure all the cable connections ar e secure.
l Restart the SMART product and the remote management system.
See Tur ning off, turning on, and resetting the SMART product on page39.
l Configure the serial interface settings.
See Configuring the serial interface settings on page66.
You’re experiencing other issues with mana ging the SMART product using RS-232,or the previous steps don’t resolve the issue.
See Chapter 5: Troubleshooting on page46.
smar ttech.com/kb/171555 75
Appendix C
Management
Your SMARTBoard MX (V2) or MX (V2) Pro has a built-in feature that enables you to enroll the display with
your organization’s SMART Remote Management account. When you enroll one of these displays, you can
use SMART Remote Management to centrally control features and settings for the display, such as:
l blocklists and allowlists
l Wi-Fi
l wallpaper
l certificates
l lock screen
l available apps
To learn how to enroll your display, see Enrolling a SMART Board interactive display in SMART Remote
Management.
smar ttech.com/kb/171555 76
Appendix D
SMARTTechnologies supports global efforts to ensure that electronic equipment is manufactured, sold
and disposed of in a safe and environmentally friendly manner.
Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment and Battery regulations (WEEE and Battery Directives)
Electrical and electronic equipment and batteries contain substances that can be harmful to the
environment and to human health. The crossed-out wheeled bin symbol indicates that products
should be disposed of in the appropriate recycling stream and not as regular waste. See
smarttech.com/compliance for more information.

Batteries

The remote control contains alkaline batteries. The display and the OPSPC contain CR2032 coin cells.
Recycle or dispose of batteries properly.
Perchlorate material
The display and OPSPC coin cells contain perchlorate material. Special handling may apply. See
dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/perchlorate.

More information

See smarttech.com/compliance for more information.
smar ttech.com/kb/171555 77
SMARTTECHNOLOGIES
smar ttech.com/support
smar ttech.com/contactsupport
smar ttech.com/kb/171555
Loading...