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Chapter 2: Installing your interactive flat panel9
Environmental requirements9
Wall-mounting your interactive flat panel10
Chapter 3: Connecting computers and peripheral devices13
Installing the speakers14
Connecting a room control system15
Connecting computers to your interactive flat panel16
Connecting to power and computer 117
Installing computer 2 connection18
Disabling the USB port on the side terminal panel19
Connecting peripheral devices to your interactive flat panel20
Turning your interactive flat pane on and off.24
Understanding presence detection25
Using the infrared remote control26
Getting started with your SMARTBoard interactive flat panel30
Playing audio files on your interactive flat panel41
Using the USB port42
Chapter 6: Using guest laptops with your interactive flat panel43
Connecting a guest laptop43
Using a SMARTGoWire cable44
Connecting computer 246
Chapter 7: Maintaining your interactive flat panel47
Updating your SMART software and firmware47
Calibrating your interactive flat panel50
Orientating your interactive flat panel51
Replacing a pen nib51
Cleaning the screen52
Cleaning the presence detection sensors52
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Cleaning the camera windows and reflective tape53
Maintaining ventilation53
Preventing condensation54
Checking the interactive flat panel installation54
Removing your interactive flat panel54
Transporting your interactive flat panel56
Chapter 8: Troubleshooting for your interactive flat panel57
Resolving image issues57
Resolving touch control and digital ink issues61
Resolving audio issues64
Resolving remote control issues65
Troubleshooting presence detection65
Resolving issues using the SMART Connection Wizard67
Resolving issues using SMART Board Diagnostics67
Appendix A: Adjusting video settings with the on-screen display menu69
Changing settings in the OSD menu69
Main menu settings70
Appendix B: Hardware environmental compliance75
Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment regulations (WEEE directive)75
Restriction of Certain Hazardous Substances (RoHS directive)75
Batteries75
Packaging75
LCD screen3
Presence detection3
Camera and reflective tape channel4
Pen and eraser holders4
Colour select module4
Front control panel5
Infrared remote control5
Left side view6
Menu control panel6
USB port6
Side terminal panel6
The inside terminal panel is on the left side of
the interactive flat panel and contains the
touch control USB connections and the room
control input and output.
Speaker wire connections
The speaker wire connections are located in the
bottom terminal panel.
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panel
Environmental requirements9
Wall-mounting your interactive flat panel10
Important mounting considerations for trained installers11
Choosing a mounting location11
Choosing a mounting height12
You need a team of professional installers to install your SMARTBoard 8055i interactive flat
panel.
This chapter provides additional considerations and details for installing your interactive flat
panel.
I M P O R T A N T
Because the ports might not be accessible after wall-installation, consider connecting cables
for speakers, computers and peripheral devices whilst the interactive flat panel is still in its
packaging or is suspended from a lifting device.For more information, see Connecting
computers and peripheral devices on page 13.
Environmental requirements
Before installing your interactive flat panel, review the following environmental requirements.For
more detailed information, see SMART Board 8055i and 8055i-SMPinteractive flat panel
specifications (smarttech.com/kb/170179) or SMART Board 8055ie-SMPinteractive flat panel
with appliance specifications (smarttech.com/kb/170178).
Environmental requirementParameter
Power requirements0.8A to 1.8A at 100V to 240V AC, 50 Hz to 60 Hz
Power consumption at 25ºC
(77ºF)
Operating temperature5°C to 35°C (41°F to 95°F)
Typically up to 148 W (brightness at 80% and volume at 50),
maximum 178 W (brightness and volume at maximum)
Storage temperature-20°C to 60°C (-4°F to 140°F)
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Environmental requirementParameter
Humidity5% to 80% relative humidity, non-condensing
VentilationMaintain a 10cm (4”) ventilation area around your interactive
flat panel to enable its cooling fans to operate. Do not store or
operate your interactive flat panel in dusty environments
because dust could interfere with the product’s ventilation and
cooling.
Water and fluid resistancel Intended for indoor use only. Doesn’t meet any salt-
spray or water ingress requirements.
l Don’t pour or spray liquids directly onto the interactive
flat panel or any of its sub-components. These liquids
might get into areas where they could damage
sensitive electronic components.Refer to page 52 for
detailed instructions on cleaning your interactive flat
panel.
Wall-mounting your interactive flat panel
Use a team of trained, professional installers to install your interactive flat panel.
W A R N I N G
l Improper installation can result in personal injury or product damage.
l Your interactive flat panel weighs 44.5kg (98 lb). Refer to local building regulations to
ensure that your installation area can support this weight.
C A U T I O N
Do not allow the weight of the interactive flat panel to rest on the colour select module because
it is not designed to support product weight. Attach other components whilst the interactive flat
panel is either still in its packaging or suspended from a lifting device to prevent the weight of
the interactive flat panel from damaging the colour select module.
I M P O R T A N T
l Save all product packaging so that it is available if you need to transport your interactive
flat panel.If your original packaging is not available, you can purchase new product
packaging from your authorised SMART reseller (smarttech.com/where).
l Attach the speakers and connect the speaker wires to the interactive flat panel before
you wall-mount it.For more information, see Installing the speakers on page 14.
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Important mounting considerations for trained installers
Consider the following when mounting the interactive flat panel on a wall:
ll Plan your workflow to include cabling because some cable connection points might not be
accessible after installation.
l Carry and lift the interactive flat panel by gripping the handles and sides.
l To mount the interactive flat panel on a wall, you require a standard VESA 600 mm × 400
mm compatible wall mount bracket (not included). The wall mount bracket must have
minimum depth of 14 mm to ensure sufficient space for the speakers.
l Use M8 screws to fasten the wall bracket. The screws must be 14–15 mm long plus the
thickness of the bracket and the washer.
l The recommended fasten force is 11.25–13.75 N·m (99.57–121.70 in-lb. ).
l Refer to the instructions included with the mounting equipment for more detailed
information.
Choosing a mounting location
Consider the following when you select a location for the interactive flat panel:
l The wall must be strong enough to support the interactive flat panel and the mounting
equipment. The interactive flat panel weighs 44.5kg (98lb).
l Do not install the interactive flat panel in a location where a door or gate could hit it.
l Do not install the interactive flat panel in an area where it will be subjected to strong
vibrations or dust.
l Do not install the interactive flat panel near where the main power supply enters the
building.
l Ensure adequate ventilation or provide air conditioning around the interactive flat panel so
that heat can flow away from the unit and the mounting equipment.
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l If you mount the interactive flat panel in a recessed area, leave at least 10cm (4") of space
between the interactive flat panel and the recess walls to enable ventilation and cooling.
Choosing a mounting height
Consider the general height of your user community when your choose the mounting height for
the interactive flat panel.
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peripheral devices
Installing the speakers14
Connecting a room control system15
Connecting computers to your interactive flat panel16
Interactive flat panel touch control and video input connections16
Connecting to power and computer 117
Computer 1 connection diagram17
Installing computer 2 connection18
Computer 2 connection diagram18
Disabling the USB port on the side terminal panel19
Connecting peripheral devices to your interactive flat panel20
Bottom terminal panel20
This chapter includes information on connecting your interactive flat panel to computers and other
peripheral devices.
I M P O R T A N T
Because the cable connection points might not be accessible after wall-mounting, consider
connecting these devices before wall-mounting your interactive flat panel.
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Installing the speakers
Your interactive flat panel comes with two 15 W speakers.
g To install the speakers
1. Attach the speakers to the speaker mounting holes on the side of the interactive flat panel
with the screws included.
2. Connect the speaker wires to the speaker wire connections on the bottom terminal panel.
3. Run the speaker wire for the left speaker (when viewed from the back of the interactive flat
panel) below the bottom terminal panel and secure it with the small clamps included.
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Connecting a room control system
You can control your interactive flat panel from a room control system.
g To connect your interactive flat panel to a room control system
Connect an RS-232 cable from the room control input on the inside terminal panel of the
interactive flat panel to the serial output on your computer or room control system.
I M P O R T A N T
Do not use a null modem cable. Use only a standard RS-232 cable.
For more information about setting up and programming a room control system, see
Remotely managing your SMARTBoard 8055i interactive flat panel
(smarttech.com/kb/170189).
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Connecting computers to your interactive flat
panel
You can connect up to three computers simultaneously to your interactive flat panel:
l Computer 1 (an installed room computer) connected to USB 1 and VGA1
l Computer 2 (a guest computer) connected to USB 2 and VGA2
l A guest laptop connected to USB 3 and HDMI 2 connector
N O T E
This document describes the default USB and video connections.To customise the USB and
video mapping, see Configuring the video and touch input for your SMART Board 8055i
interactive flat panel (smarttech.com/kb/170190).
Interactive flat panel touch control and video input connections
The following table shows which touch control USB connection corresponds with which video
input for each computer connection.
Touch controlVideo input
Computer 1
Computer 2USB 2 (inside terminal
Guest laptop
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USB 1 (inside terminal
panel)
panel)
USB 3 (side terminal
panel)
VGA 1page 17
VGA 2page 18
HDMI 2page 43
Installation steps
C H A P T E R 3
Connecting computers and peripheral devices
Connecting to power and computer 1
Computer 1 (the room computer) is the default computer for your interactive flat panel. Connect
this computer to your interactive flat panel with a VGA cable and a USB cable.
Computer 1 connection diagram
g To connect your interactive flat panel to power and computer 1
1. Connect the VGA cable included from computer 1 to the VGA 1 port on the bottom terminal
panel.
2. Connect the USB cable included from the USB 1 port on the inside terminal panel of the
interactive flat panel to a USB port on the computer.
3. Connect the power cable included from the AC IN connector on the bottom terminal panel
to a power socket.
4. Connect the power cable from your computer to a power socket.
5. Turn on your computer.
6. Turn on the main power switch on the bottom terminal panel, and then press the Power
buttonon the front control panel.
7. Press the VGA 1 button on the remote control.
OR
Press the Input buttonon the front control panel until the input source is VGA1.
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Installing computer 2 connection
You can install cabling that enables you to connect a second computer to your interactive flat
panel from another location in the room, such as on a conference table.By installing this
connection, you make use of connection points that might not be accessible when your
interactive flat panel is wall-mounted.
You need a USB cable and a VGA cable to install the computer 2 connection. You may install
these cables and run them through floors or walls to a nearby table.
Alternatively, your users can connect a laptop to the side terminal panel using the more
accessible USB port and HDMI input.For more information, see Connecting a guest laptop on
page 43.For a diagram of the various computer options, see Connecting computers to your
interactive flat panel on page 16.
W A R N I N G
Ensure that any cables extending across the floor to your SMART product are properly bundled
and marked to avoid a trip hazard.
N O T E
You do not require a laptop to install this cabling.
Computer 2 connection diagram
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g To setup the computer 2 connection location
1. Connect a USB cable to the USB 2 port on the inside terminal panel and then run the cable
to the laptop connection location, such as beside the interactive flat panel or on a
conference table.
2. Connect a VGA video cable to the VGA2 interactive flat panel port on the bottom terminal
panel and then run the cable to the computer 2 connection location as above.
3. Bundle and cover the cables as appropriate to avoid a trip hazard.
To connect and use a computer using this installed connection, see Connecting computer 2 on
page 46.
Disabling the USB port on the side terminal
panel
You can connect a USB drive or other USB device to the USB port on the side terminal panel of
your interactive flat panel and then access the device from computer 1.For more information, see
Using the USB port on page 42.
You can also disable this USB port so that it doesn’t access any of the computers connected to
your interactive flat panel.
C A U T I O N
Disconnect the power supply for your interactive flat panel before you disable the USB port.
g To disable the USB port
Locate the rectangular cut-out on the back of your interactive flat panel.
1.
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Remove the screw securing the cut-out with a Phillips screwdriver. Retain the screw and
2.
cut-out.
3. Locate the black jumper connector on the circuit board inside the panel.
4. Pull the black jumper connector off of the circuit board with the pliers.
C A U T I O N
To prevent damage to the circuit board, do not touch the circuit board with the pliers.
I M P O R T A N T
You can install the jumper connector again to enable the USB port.
Connecting peripheral devices to your
interactive flat panel
Connect peripheral devices to the bottom terminal panel.
C A U T I O N
The AC power socket is designated for a component of the SMART Board 8055ie-SMP
interactive flat panel with appliance.See Replacing the appliance on your SMART product
SMARTMeetingPro software31
Writing or drawing in digital ink31
Entering text on the interactive flat panel31
Changing pen settings32
Using Locked Ink mode32
Erasing digital ink33
Changing eraser settings34
Manipulating objects34
Browsing38
Playing audio files on your interactive flat panel41
Using the USB port42
This chapter includes information on how to use your interactive flat panel, turn on and turn off
your interactive flat panel, control your computer by touching the screen, use the remote control
and more.
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Turning your interactive flat pane on and off.
g To turn your interactive flat panel on
N O T E
If presence detection is enabled, the interactive flat panel turns on and the welcome screen
appears automatically when people enter the room. Dismiss the welcome screen by touching
the interactive flat panel screen.For more information, see Understanding presence detection
on the next page
1. Turn your computer on.
Press the Power buttonon the front control panel.
2.
You can also press the POWER ON button on the remote control.
Your computer’s logon screen or desktop appears on your interactive flat panel.
I M P O R T A N T
If the power button light on the front control panel is off, either the interactive flat panel is
not plugged in or the main power switch on the bottom terminal panel is turned off.To find
the main power switch, see Back view on page 6.
g To turn your interactive flat panel off
1. Turn your computer off.
Press the Power buttonon the front control panel.
2.
You can also press the STANDBY button on the remote control.
N O T E
If presence detection is enabled, the interactive flat panel turns off automatically when
the sensors no longer detect people in the room.For more information on presence
detection settings, see Proximity control settings on page 72
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Understanding presence detection
N O T E
If ECOSTANDBY is enabled, presence detection functionality is limited.For more information,
see Setup settings on page 72
The interactive flat panel has two presence detection sensors on its frame that can detect people
up to 5m (16') away.When the sensors detect people in the room, the interactive flat panel turns
on.When the sensors no longer detect people in the room, the interactive flat panel turns off.
For information on cleaning your sensors, see Cleaning the presence detection sensors on page
52.For more information on presence detection settings, see Proximity control settings on page
72.
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Using the infrared remote control
The infrared remote control enables you to turn on and turn off your interactive flat panel, change
the input source, change the volume and more. You can also use the remote control to open the
on-screen menu and then change the interactive flat panel’s settings.
If the remote control doesn’t respond, see Resolving remote control issues on page 65.
C A U T I O N
l Do not subject the remote control to strong shock.
l Keep the remote control away from liquids. If it gets wet, wipe it dry immediately.
l Do not expose the remote control to heat or steam.
l Do not open any part of the remote control other than the battery compartment and
picture-in-picture compartment.
I M P O R T A N T
The remote control system does not function when strong light strikes the remote control
sensor or when there is an object between the remote control and its sensor.
Installing batteries in the remote control
Your remote control requires two 1.5V AA batteries.
W A R N I N G
To reduce the risk associated with leaking batteries:
l use only AA type batteries
l do not mix used and new batteries
l orientate the battery’s plus (+) and minus (-) terminals according to the markings found
on the remote control
l do not leave the batteries in the remote control for an extended period
l do not heat, disassemble, short or recharge the batteries, or expose them to fire or high
temperature
l avoid eye and skin contact if batteries have leaked
l dispose of dead batteries and product components in accordance with applicable
regulations
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g To install batteries in the remote control
1. Press the tab on the underside of the remote control and then open the cover.
2. Remove the batteries if they are present.
3. Insert two new 1.5V AA batteries in the remote control.Ensure that the + and - markings on
the batteries align with the markings in the remote control.
4. Replace the cover.
Infrared remote control sensor
The infrared remote control sensor is
located on the front control panel. It
enables you to control your interactive
flat panel from an angle of 30º and within
a distance of 7m (23') using the included
remote control.
I M P O R T A N T
The remote control might not function
when the infrared remote control
sensor is blocked or when it is in
direct sunlight or strong lighting.
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Infrared remote control buttons
The remote control enables you to access on-screen menus and
change display and input settings.
Use the remote control’s POWER ON button to turn your interactive
flat panel on and the STANDBY button to turn it off.
Use the remote control’s input buttons to change input sources when
switching between the connected computers.
Number FunctionDescription
1
POWER ON
STANDBY
Turns your interactive flat panel on
Turns your interactive flat panel off
2ASPECTSelects picture aspect
3
STILLTurns the still picture mode on or off
4Number padPress buttons on the number pad to set and change
passwords, change channels or to customise or change
settings
5DISPLAYTurns the on-screen display menu on and off
6SETMakes selection
87Left/RightIncreases or decreases the adjustment level within the
on-screen display menu
8AUTO SET UPEnters auto setup menu
9VOL +/-Increases or decreases audio output level
10AUDIOINPUTSelects audio input source
11Input buttonsSelects input signal for the interactive flat panel
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Number FunctionDescription
12SLEEPSets a timer to turn off the interactive flat panel
13
PIP buttonsNot in use
14OPTIONNot in use
15INPUTToggles between the different input signals for the interactive
flat panel
16SOUNDSelects artificial surround sound
17MUTEMutes audio inputs for your interactive flat panel
18EXITReturns to previous menu
19Up/DownMoves the highlighted area up or down to select items within
the on-screen display menu
20MENUTurns the menu mode on and off
21*Not in use
22PICTURE MODESelects picture mode
23MTSNot in use
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Getting started with your SMARTBoard
interactive flat panel
Using your SMARTBoard interactive flat panel, you can write, draw and erase digital ink,
manipulate objects and browse content on the screen.
About SMART Ink
SMART Ink enables you to write and draw in digital ink over open applications, files, folders,
websites and any other open window on your computer.
You can write over an Internet browser window, highlight content on your screen and write over a
video without pausing the video and without interfering with your ability to interact with the video.
When you move, resize or minimise a window, the ink stays with the window.
You can convert your digital ink notes to text. You can also move, erase and capture your notes
as an image and save it to your SMART software.
When you open an application that has its own ink tools, you can turn off SMART Ink, and then
use the application's ink tools to write.
For more information see SMART Ink for Windows (smarttech.com/SupportInk1Windows) or
SMART Ink for Mac (smarttech.com/SupportInk1Mac) on the SMARTSupport website.
SMART Ink Notes
SMART Ink Notes enable you to write in digital ink anywhere on your desktop. When you write
outside of the open windows on your computer, a SMART Ink Note appears and you can write
inside the note.
SMART Ink Document Viewer
If you’re using a Windows operating system, the SMART Ink Document Viewer enables you to
view your PDF files and to write in digital ink over your files.
SMART Ink Toolbar
If your computer is connected to a SMART interactive product, SMART Ink starts automatically
when you start your computer and the SMART Ink toolbar appears in the title bar of each open
window on your computer.
Use the toolbar to select ink properties for that window and to perform common tasks such as
capturing your notes.
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About your SMART software
SMART Ink and SMART Product Drivers are included with SMART Notebook collaborative
learning software and SMART Meeting Pro software.
SMART Product Drivers
SMART Product Drivers enables your computer to detect input from your interactive flat panel.
SMART Ink works with SMART Product Drivers to enable you to write on your screen in digital
ink using your interactive flat panel’s pen or your finger.
N O T E
In most cases, SMART Product Drivers installs automatically when you install your SMART
software.To ensure you have the most recent version of SMARTProductDrivers installed, see
Updating SMART Product Drivers on page 49.
SMARTNotebook software
You can write in SMART Notebook software using your SMART interactive product’s pen or your
finger. The ink becomes part of your .notebook file.For more information, see the
SMARTNotebook software support page for Windows
(smarttech.com/SupportNotebook11Windows) or SMART Notebook software support page for
MacOSX operating system software (smarttech.com/SupportNotebook11Mac).
SMARTMeetingPro software
You can write in SMART Meeting Pro software’s Whiteboard mode using your SMART
interactive product’s pen or your finger. The ink becomes part of your .notebook file.For more
information, see the SMARTMeetingPro support page
(smarttech.com/SupportMeetingPro3Windows).
Writing or drawing in digital ink
Using the pen supplied with your interactive flat panel, you can write or draw digital ink over
SMART software and other programs.
g To write or draw digital ink
1. Pick up the pen.
2. Write or draw on the screen.
T I P
Don’t rest your elbow or the palm of your hand on the screen whilst you’re writing.
Entering text on the interactive flat panel
You can enter text in text boxes on the interactive flat panel using the on-screen keyboard or a
keyboard attached to your computer.
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g To enter text
1. Select the area where you want to enter text using your finger or a mouse connected to the
computer.
2. Type on a connected keyboard or on-screen keyboard.
T I P
Press the keyboard button on the interactive flat panel to open the on-screen keyboard.
Changing pen settings
You can change your pen settings, including line size and fill effects.
g To change pen settings
Press the SMART Board iconin the notification area (Windows operating systems) or
1.
the Dock (MacOSX operating system software).
OR
Press the SMART Meeting Pro iconin the notification area.
2. Press SMART Settings.
3. Select Pen and Button Settings in the drop-down list.
Press Black Pen Settingsto customise the black pen.
4.
Press Blue Pen Settingsto customise the blue pen.
Press Red Pen Settingsto customise the red pen.
Press Green Pen Settingsto customise the green pen.
The Properties dialogue box appears.
5. Press Line Style.
6. Adjust the colour, thickness, line end and line style.
7. Press Fill Effects.
8. Adjust the transparency.
9. Press Save Tool Settings to save your settings.
10. Optionally, repeat steps 4 to 9 to customise other pens.
11. Press OK to close SMARTSettings.
Using Locked Ink mode
Locked Ink mode enables you to write or draw digital ink using large objects, including eraser-
sized objects.
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g To use Locked Ink mode
Press and hold a colour button on the colour select module until the light flashes.
g To end Locked Ink mode
Press any colour button that isn't flashing on your colour select module.
Erasing digital ink
g To erase digital ink
Pick up the eraser and then press the eraser on the screen and move it over the digital ink
that you want to erase.
OR
Using your flattened fist, press the screen and move your hand over the digital ink that you
want to erase.
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Changing eraser settings
You can change the eraser size for either a larger or smaller eraser area.
g To change eraser settings
Press the SMART Board iconin the notification area (Windows operating systems) or
1.
the Dock (MacOS operating system software) and then select SMARTSettings.
OR
Press the SMART Meeting Pro iconin the notification area and then select
SMARTSettings.
2. Press SMART Hardware Settings.
3. Select Pen and Button Settings in the drop-down list.
Press Eraser Settings.
4.
5. Select an eraser size.
6. Press OK to save your settings.
7. Press OK to close SMARTSettings.
Manipulating objects
Objects include icons, buttons, links and other components of programs that appear on your
screen. You can manipulate these objects on your interactive flat panel as described below.
g To select or clear the selection of an object
Quickly press and release the object.
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N O T E S
o
This gesture performs a standard mouse click.
o
This gesture starts programmes if your operating system is set to start
applications on a single click.
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g To double-click an object
Quickly press and release the object twice in the same spot.
N O T E
This gesture starts programs if your operating system is set to start applications on a
double-click.
g To right-click or Control-click an object
Press and hold the object.
OR
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Using two fingers on the same hand, press and hold the object with your left finger and then
press the screen once with your right finger.
OR
Press the Right-Click button on the pen tray and then press the object.
g To move an object
1. Press and hold the object.
2. Keeping your finger on the screen, slowly move the object.
3. When you reach the position that you want to move the object to, release your finger.
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g To resize an object
1. Using one finger on each hand, press the screen at opposite ends of the object.
2. Drag your fingers in opposite directions to enlarge the object.
OR
Drag your fingers toward each other to reduce the object.
g To rotate an object
1. Using one finger on each hand, press the screen at opposite ends of the object.
2. Rotate your fingers in the direction that you want to rotate the object.
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3. When you reach the angle that you want to rotate the object to, release your fingers.
Browsing
In addition to manipulating objects, you can browse content on your screen.
g To display the next page
Press the screen and then quickly press again directly to the right of that point.
OR
Quickly flick your finger right across the screen.
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g To display the previous page
Press the screen and then quickly press again directly to the left of that point.
OR
Quickly flick your finger left across the screen.
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g To zoom in or out
1. Using one finger on each hand, press the screen at opposite ends of the object.
2. Drag your fingers in opposite directions to zoom in.
OR
Drag your fingers towards each other to zoom out.
g To pan horizontally or vertically
1. Using two fingers on the same hand, press and hold the screen.
2. Keeping your fingers on the screen, move up, down, left or right.
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3. When you reach the area that you want to view, release your fingers.
Playing audio files on your interactive flat panel
Your interactive flat panel includes two speakers that play audio files or the audio portion of a
video file.
When you play an audio file or a video file on a computer connected to your interactive flat panel,
the file is streamed through the USB connection between your computer and your interactive flat
panel, not through the video connection.
I M P O R T A N T
If your computer uses MacOSX operating system software, you must set the audio output to
USB.
g To switch your Mac computer to USB audio output
1.
Press the Apple menuand then select System Preferences.
2. Press Sound under the Hardware section.
3. Press the Output tab.
4. Select SBID 8055i/USB.
5. Close System Preferences.
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Using the USB port
You can connect a USB drive or device to the USB A port on the side terminal panel on your
interactive flat panel, and then access it from computer 1 connected to VGA 1 and USB1.
N O T E
To disable the USBAport on the side terminal panel, see Disabling the USB port on the side
terminal panel on page 19.
g To use the USB port
1. Press the VGA 1 button on the remote control.
Press the Input buttonon the front control panel until the input source is VGA1.
2. Connect a USB device to the USB port.
3. Use computer 1 to access the content on your USBdevice.
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Connecting a guest laptop43
Using a SMARTGoWire cable44
Connecting computer 246
Connecting a guest laptop
You can connect a guest laptop to the side terminal panel of the interactive flat panel. When a
guest laptop is connected, the laptop’s desktop is displayed on the interactive flat panel and
touch interactivity is enabled.For a diagram of the various computer options, see Connecting
computers to your interactive flat panel on page 16.
I M P O R T A N T
The guest laptop must have SMARTProductDrivers installed. If it does not, you will need to
connect the laptop to the interactive flat panel using a SMARTGoWire cable.If you purchased
an SBID8055i-SMP or SBID8055ie-SMP model, you can use the supplied SMARTGoWire
cable to connect your guest laptop to the interactive flat panel.For more information, see Using
a SMARTGoWire cable on the next page.
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g To connect a guest laptop
1. Connect an HDMI cable from the guest laptop’s HDMI input to your interactive flat panel’s
side terminal panel.
2. Connect a USB cable from the laptop's USB port to your interactive flat panel’s side
terminal panel.
I M P O R T A N T
The USB A port is for USB devices only. Do not connect the guest laptop to this port.
3. Turn on the laptop.
4. Press the HDMI 2 input button on the remote control.
OR
Press the Input buttonon the front control panel until the input source is HDMI 2.
g To return to using computer 1
1. Press the VGA 1 button on the remote control.
OR
Press the Input buttonon the front control panel until the input source is VGA.
Press the Input buttonon the front control panel until the input source is VGA1.
2. Disconnect the guest laptop from the interactive flat panel if required.
Using a SMARTGoWire cable
Any computer connected to your interactive flat panel requires SMART software. Typically, you
install this software on your room computer so that it’s always ready to use.
However, if you want to connect a laptop that doesn’t have SMARTsoftware installed, you can
connect a SMARTGoWire cable from the laptop to the USB cable for your interactive flat panel.
The SMARTGoWire cable enables you to have touch control of your laptop and use
SMARTMeetingPro software without installing the software on your laptop.
A SMARTGoWire cable is included with SMARTBoard 8055i-SMP and 8055ie-SMP interactive
flat panels.
I M P O R T A N T
Your interactive flat panel supports the SMARTGoWire cable with SMARTMeetingPro
software only. It does not support the SMARTGoWire cable with SMARTNotebook software.
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g To use a SMARTGoWire cable
1. Connect a video cable from your interactive flat panel to your laptop.
2. Connect the USB cable from the USB port on your interactive flat panel to your laptop.
3. Change the video input to your laptop's video connection using the remote control or the
front control panel.
4. Disconnect the USB cable from your laptop and then connect it to the SMARTGoWire
cable’s USB A port.
I M P O R T A N T
If the SMARTGoWire cable is not connected to your interactive flat panel through a USB
cable, you have access to SMARTMeetingPro software on your laptop for five minutes,
and then the software closes.
5. Connect the SMARTGoWire cable’s USB connector to your laptop.
The AutoPlay dialogue box appears.
6. Select Start SMART Meeting Pro.
SMARTMeetingPro software starts. You have touch control of your laptop on your
interactive flat panel and can use SMARTMeetingPro software while your laptop is
connected to your interactive flat panel.
g To disconnect a SMARTGoWire cable
1. If required, save your SMARTMeetingPro software file to your laptop. You can save the
file as a .ppt, .pdf or .notebook file.
I M P O R T A N T
You can open a .notebook file on a computer that has SMARTMeetingPro software or
SMARTNotebook software installed or that is connected to a SMART product through a
SMARTGoWire cable only.
Press the SMARTMeetingPro iconin the notification area and then select Exit.
2.
3. Disconnect the SMARTGoWire cable from your laptop and the USB cable.
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Using guest laptops with your interactive flat panel
Connecting computer 2
You can connect a second laptop to the installed USB cable and video cable that is connected to
the back terminal panel of your interactive flat panel.If those cables aren't installed, connect the
laptop to the side terminal panel (see Connecting a guest laptop on page 43).For a diagram of the
various computer options, see Connecting computers to your interactive flat panel on page 16.
I M P O R T A N T
The laptop must have SMARTProductDrivers installed. If it doesn’t, you need to connect the
laptop to the interactive flat panel using a SMARTGoWire cable.If you purchased an
SBID8055i-SMP or SBID8055ie-SMP model, you can use the supplied SMARTGoWire cable
to connect your laptop to the interactive flat panel.For more information, see Using a
SMARTGoWire cable on page 44.
g To connect computer 2
1. Place the laptop beside the ends of the cables at the computer 2 connection.
2. Connect the installed USB cable to a USB port on the laptop.
3. Connect the VGA cable connector to the laptop.
4. Turn on the computer.
5. Press the VGA2 button on the remote control.
OR
Press the Input buttonon the front control panel until the input source is VGA2.
g To return to using computer 1
Press the VGA 1 button on the remote control.
OR
Press the Input buttonon the front control panel until the input source is VGA1.
Calibrating your interactive flat panel50
Orientating your interactive flat panel51
Replacing a pen nib51
Cleaning the screen52
Cleaning the presence detection sensors52
Cleaning the camera windows and reflective tape53
Maintaining ventilation53
Preventing condensation54
Checking the interactive flat panel installation54
Removing your interactive flat panel54
Transporting your interactive flat panel56
If you properly maintain your interactive flat panel, it will provide years of use.
Updating your SMART software and firmware
To use touch control and digital ink on your interactive flat panel, you require SMARTsoftware on
your computer and up-to-date firmware on your interactive flat panel.
Updating SMART software
Once you have SMARTsoftware installed on your computer, you can check for software updates
with SMART Product Update by selecting Help > Check for Updates in the software or by
browsing to smarttech.com/downloads.
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g To check for software updates
1. Start your SMART software program.
2. Click Help > Check for Updates.
I M P O R T A N T
If you do not see the Check for Updates option, contact your network administrator.
3. Click the Update button beside the software that you want to update.
SMART software updates.
I M P O R T A N T
When you update SMARTsoftware on your computer, a firmware update for your interactive
flat panel could download to your computer. The next time you connect your computer to your
interactive flat panel you are informed that there is a firmware update for the processor in the
interactive flat panel.For more information, see Updating your interactive flat panel firmware
below.
Updating your interactive flat panel firmware
C A U T I O N
Only a system administrator should update interactive flat panel firmware.
Your interactive flat panel uses firmware on its processor. Once you have updated SMART
software, a new firmware executable file will be saved on your computer. When you connect a
computer with this file to your interactive flat panel, your interactive flat panel detects this
executable file and then prompts you to run the file to update the firmware.
C A U T I O N
l Only one interactive flat panel can be connected to the computer during the firmware
update process.
l Do not disconnect your interactive flat panel from your computer during the firmware
update process.
l Do not touch your interactive flat panel’s screen or input button during the firmware
update process.
l Do not turn off your computer or your interactive flat panel during the firmware update
process.
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g To update your interactive flat panel firmware
1. Ensure your interactive flat panel is connected to your computer.
2. Launch the firmware updater at the following location:
Windows computers: C:\Program Files\SMART Technologies\SMART Product
Drivers\SMARTFirmwareUpdater.exe.
Mac computers: HD\Applications\SMART Product
Drivers\SMARTFirmwareUpdater.app.
3. Follow the on-screen instructions using your computer’s mouse and keyboard. Don’t touch
the interactive flat panel screen.
4. Select the tickbox for the SMART interactive product that you want to update and then
click Next.
A progress bar appears.
N O T E
SC14 refers to the SMARTBoard 8000 series interactive flat panel’s serial controller.
5. When the installation is complete, calibrate your interactive flat panel.See Calibrating your
interactive flat panel on the next page
Updating SMART Product Drivers
To use touch control and digital ink on your interactive flat panel, you require
SMARTProductDrivers 11 or later on your computer.
g To update SMARTProductDrivers
Click the SMART Board iconin the notification area (Windows operating systems) or
1.
the Dock (MacOSX operating system software) and then select Check for Updates and
Activation.
OR
Click the SMART Meeting Pro iconin the notification area and then select Check for
Updates and Activation.
The SMART Product Update window appears.
2. If your version of SMARTProductDrivers is up to date, click OK.
If your version of SMARTProductDrivers needs to be updated, click Update.
3. Follow the on--screen instructions to update SMARTProductDrivers to the latest version.
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Calibrating your interactive flat panel
Digital cameras in the corners of the interactive flat panel track the position of the pens, eraser
and your finger on the interactive surface, and then send the information to the SMART software,
which interprets this information as mouse clicks, digital ink or ink removal in the appropriate
location. Calibration determines the position and angles of the cameras to accurately identify the
location of touches on your interactive flat panel.
I M P O R T A N T
If an error message appears while you are calibrating your interactive flat panel, contact
SMART Support (smarttech.com/contactsupport).
g To calibrate yourinteractive flat panel
Press the SMART Board iconin the notification area (Windows operating systems) or
1.
the Dock (MacOSX operating system software).
OR
Press the SMART Meeting Pro iconin the notification area.
2. Select SMARTSettings.
SMARTSettingsappears.
3. Press SMART Hardware Settings.
4. If you have more than one SMART product connected, select the interactive flat panel.
5. Select Advanced Settings from the drop-down list.
6. Press Calibrate.
The calibration screen appears. This can take a few moments.
7. Press the red target with the tip of an interactive flat panel pen. Hold the tip at the centre of
the target until the target turns green and then lift the pen.
The target moves to the next location.
N O T E
You can calibrate a target again by pressing the LEFT ARROW key on your keyboard, or
the Keyboard button or Right-click button on the colour select module.
8. Continue pressing targets until the calibration is complete.
A message appears stating that the calibration was successful and then the orientation
screen appears.
9. Orientate your interactive flat panel.
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Orientating your interactive flat panel
When the location of your touch is misinterpreted (a pointer appears a distance from the actual
contact), orientate your interactive flat panel.
g To orientate the interactive flat panel
1.
Press the orientation buttonon the colour select module.
The orientation window opens.
2. Use an interactive flat panel pen to press the red targets as they appear. Hold the tip of the
pen at the centre of each target and then lift the pen. When you lift the pen, the target
moves to the next orientation point.
I M P O R T A N T
Hold the pen perpendicular to the screen.
3. Continue until you’ve pressed all the targets.
The orientation window closes.
If this doesn’t correct inaccurate touch control, calibrate your interactive flat panel.For more
information, see Calibrating your interactive flat panel on the previous page.
Replacing a pen nib
To prevent damage to your interactive flat panel’s anti-glare coating, replace your pen nib if it
becomes worn.Four replacement pen nibs are included with your pens and you can purchase
additional replacements from your authorised SMART reseller (smarttech.com/where).
g To replace a pen nib
1. Grasp the worn nib on your pen with a pair of pliers and then pull and twist the nib loose.
2. Press the replacement nib into the pen.
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Cleaning the screen
Follow these instructions to clean the interactive flat panel screen without damaging its anti-glare
coating or other product components.
C A U T I O N
l Do not use permanent or dry-wipe markers on the screen. If dry-wipe 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 a dense or rough material.
l Do not apply pressure to the screen.
l Do not use cleaning solution or glass cleaner on the interactive flat panel screen, as they
can deteriorate or discolour the screen.
l Avoid touching the silver reflective tape between the screen and the bezel and ensure
that it stays dry. Damage to this strip affects touch interactivity.
g To clean the interactive flat panel screen
1. Shut down your computer and then disconnect the power sources for your computer and
your interactive flat panel.
2. Wipe the screen with a lint-free, non-abrasive cloth.
Cleaning the presence detection sensors
The interactive flat panel has two presence detection sensors on its frame.The sensors should be
inspected annually for dust and should be cleaned if any obvious dust buildup has occurred.
C A U T I O N
Do not use compressed air, water, chemical agents or cleaning agents to clean the sensors.
g To clean the sensors
Gently wipe the sensors using a clean lint-free cloth.
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Cleaning the camera windows and reflective
tape
The DViT technology in your interactive flat panel uses four cameras in the corners of the frame
and the reflective material between the screen and the bezels. Excessive dust buildup on the
camera windows or reflective tape can impair touch performance.
These areas should be inspected annually for dust and should be cleaned if any obvious dust
build-up has occurred.
C A U T I O N
l Do not use compressed air to clean the camera windows or borders.
l Do not use water, chemicals or cleaning agents.
g To clean the camera windows and reflective tape
1. With a clean lint-free cloth, gently wipe the camera windows in the top corners and the
reflective tape along the top of your interactive flat panel screen using the cloth.
2. Gently wipe the reflective tape along the sides of your interactive flat panel screen.
3. Gently wipe the camera windows in the bottom corners and the reflective strip across the
bottom of your interactive flat panel screen.
Maintaining ventilation
Your interactive flat panel requires ventilation to enable the cooling fans to function. Dust buildup
in the ventilation holes compromises cooling and leads to product failure.
C A U T I O N
Avoid setting up or using your interactive flat panel in an area with excessive levels of dust,
humidity or smoke.
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
annually. You might have to remove the interactive flat panel from your wall.For more
information on removing your interactive flat panel see Removing your interactive flat panel
on the next page.
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Maintaining your interactive flat panel
Preventing condensation
Your interactive flat panel screen contains layers of glass that can collect condensation,
especially in the following conditions:
l Temperature extremes with high humidity
l Rapid changes in humidity, which can occur when you operate the product near water,
such as a sink, pool, kettle or air conditioner ventilator
l Direct exposure to sunlight
g To evaporate condensation from your interactive flat panel
1. Remove the humidity source from the interactive flat panel, if possible.
2. Adjust the room temperature to normal operating ranges.
3. Turn on the interactive flat panel for 2–3 hours.
If the screen condensation doesn’t evaporate, contact SMART Support
(smarttech.com/contactsupport).
Checking the interactive flat panel installation
Inspect your interactive flat panel installation frequently to ensure that it 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 apparatus.
If you find an issue, refer to a professional installer.
Removing your interactive flat panel
To safely remove your interactive flat panel, use two or more professional installers.
I M P O R T A N T
Follow the instructions included with the floor stand or mounting apparatus.
g To remove the interactive flat panel
1. Turn off your interactive flat panel and unplug the power cable from the wall socket.
2. Remove all accessible cables and connectors.
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W A R N I N G
o
Do not move the interactive flat panel by connecting a rope or wire to the handles
on the back. The interactive flat panel can fall and cause personal injury and
product damage.
3. There are two lifting handles on the back of the interactive flat panel, one on each side.
With one person at each end, use one hand each on the handle to support the weight of the
interactive flat panel and the other hand on the upper side to balance it during lifting. The
interactive flat panel weighs about 44.5kb (98 lb) .
4. Lift your interactive flat panel from its mounting location.
C A U T I O N
o
Do not allow the weight of the interactive flat panel to rest on the colour select
module because it is not designed to support product weight.
o
Do not leave the interactive flat panel face up, face down or upside down for an
extended period of time as it could cause permanent damage to the screen.
o
Do not place the interactive flat panel on a sloping or unstable trolley, stand or
table, because the interactive flat panel could fall, resulting in injury or severe
product damage.
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Transporting your interactive flat panel
Save your original packaging so that you can repack your interactive flat panel with as much of
the original packaging as possible. This packaging was designed with optimal shock and
vibration protection.If your original packaging isn’t available, you can purchase the same
packaging directly from your authorised SMART reseller (smarttech.com/where).
C A U T I O N
Transport your interactive flat panel only in original or replaced packaging. Transporting your
interactive flat panel without correct packaging voids your warranty and could lead to product
damage.
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Resolving image issues57
Diagnosing blank screen issues using the front control panel lights57
Resolving poor image quality59
Resolving touch control and digital ink issues61
Resolving audio issues64
Resolving remote control issues65
Troubleshooting presence detection65
Resolving issues using the SMART Connection Wizard67
Resolving issues using SMART Board Diagnostics67
Checking the camera view67
This chapter provides you with the information necessary to solve simple issues that can occur
with your interactive flat panel.If issues persist, or aren’t covered in this chapter, contact
SMARTSupport (smarttech.com/contactsupport).
Resolving image issues
Complete the following steps if your interactive flat panel doesn’t display an image correctly or
doesn’t display any image at all.
Diagnosing blank screen issues using the front control panel lights
Use the following troubleshooting table when your computer is turned on, but you don’t see an
image on the interactive flat panel screen.
Begin by looking at the interactive flat panel system status light and the power light in the front
control panel.
Power
light
OffOffThe interactive flat panel isn’t
Status
light
CausesSolutions
Connect your interactive flat panel’s
connected to a power source.
power cable to a power outlet (see
page 17).
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Power
light
Status
light
CausesSolutions
The main power switch is off.Turn on the main power switch on the
Solid red OffThe interactive flat panel is turned
off.
Solid
RedThe computer is off.Turn on your computer.
amber or
red
The computer isn’t connected to
your interactive flat panel.
The interactive flat panel isn’t set
to the correct video input source.
terminal panel (see page 6).
Press the power button on the front
control panel or the remote control.
Connect your computer to your
interactive flat panel with the required
cable (see page 16).
Select your computer’s input source
(typically VGA 1, VGA 2 or HDMI 2)
using the remote control.
OR
Press the Power buttonuntil the
Input buttonis blue and then press
the Input source button until your
computer’s desktop appears.
Solid
green
Solid
green
Solid
green
Flashing
amber
Flashing
green
Solid
green
The interactive flat panel is
updating firmware.
The interactive flat panel detects
a computer, but SMART Product
Drivers isn’t installed or isn’t
running.(For more information,
see page 61).
The interactive flat panel detects
a computer with SMARTProduct
Drivers installed.
Do not touch the interactive flat
panel.For more information, see page
47.
Install SMART software on your
computer (see page 21) or install a
SMARTGoWire cable (see page 44).
Normal operation.
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Resolving poor image quality
SymptomCausesSolution
The image is too
large, too small or
doesn’t
completely fill the
screen.
The screen
resolution is
correct, but the
image is
surrounded by
black bars.
The computer’s video
resolution settings don’t
match your interactive flat
panel’s native resolution.
The computer’s video card
is underscanning the
image.
You have a poor quality
video cable.
You connected two video
cables together.
The interactive flat panel’s native resolution is
1920×1080 at 60Hz.
If your computer can’t support this resolution,
consider one of the following 16:9 resolutions as
an alternative:
l 1600 × 900
l 1366 × 768
l 1280 × 720
Other resolutions could result in image distortion
or black bars around the desktop.
Turn off or adjust the overscan/underscan
feature in the video card driver software until the
image fits the screen resolution. Refer to your
computer’s video card help for more information.
N O T E
If available, select the HDTV setting (ideally
1080p) from your video card driver’s advanced
menu. This should provide a pixel-perfect
image for your interactive flat panel.
Replace your video cable with a better
1.
quality video cable.
Press the AUTO SET UP button on your
2.
remote control to reset your interactive
flat panel.
OR
Press MENU on the menu control panel
and then select ADJUST > AUTOSETUP in the on-screen display menu
using the buttons on the menu control
panel.(For more information, see page 69)
Replace your two cables with one longer
1.
cable.
OR
Move your computer so that it’s within a
single cable length of your interactive flat
panel.
Press the AUTO SET UP button on your
2.
remote to reset your interactive flat panel.
OR
Press MENU on the menu control panel
and then select ADJUST > AUTOSETUP in the on-screen display menu
using the buttons on the menu control
panel.(For more information, see page 69)
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SymptomCausesSolution
The image isn’t
centred on the
screen.
The image is
unstable or
unfocused.
The video connection is
loose.
You have a poor quality
video cable
You connected two video
cables together.
Press the AUTO SET UP button on the remote
control.
OR
Press MENU on the menu control panel and
then select ADJUST > AUTO SETUP in the
on-screen display menu using the buttons on the
menu control panel.(For more information, see
page 69)
Secure the video cable to both your computer
and your interactive flat panel.
Replace your video cable with a better
1.
quality video cable.
Press the AUTO SET UP button on the
2.
remote control to reset your interactive
flat panel.
OR
Select MENU > ADJUST > AUTOADJUST on the menu control panel.(For
more information, see page 69.)
Replace your two cables with one longer
1.
cable.
OR
Move your computer so that it’s within a
single cable length of your interactive flat
panel.
Press the AUTO SET UP button on your
2.
remote to reset your interactive flat panel.
OR
Press MENU on the menu control panel
and then select ADJUST > AUTOSETUP in the on-screen display menu
using the buttons on the menu control
panel.(For more information, see page 69)
The image is too
light, too dark or
has poor image
quality issues.
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Your computer’s video
display card is defective.
You might have incorrect
video settings.
Connect a different computer to your interactive
flat panel. If this improves the image quality,
consider replacing the video card in the original
computer.
Press MENU on the menu control panel and
then select PICTURE > AUTO ADJUST in the
on-screen display menu using the buttons on the
menu control panel.(For more information, see
page 69.)
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Troubleshooting for your interactive flat panel
SymptomCausesSolution
There is a
persistent image
on the screen.
Other display
quality issues
An image was displayed
for too long.
Turn off your interactive flat panel and leave it
turned off for as long as the image was on the
screen.
T I P
Use a screen saver to avoid persistent
images.
Press MENU on the menu control panel and
then select SETUP > FACTORYPRESET in
the on-screen display menu using the buttons on
the menu control panel.(For more information,
see page 69.)
Resolving touch control and digital ink issues
Use the following troubleshooting table if you can see your computer desktop on your interactive
flat panel, but you do not have touch control over the desktop.
For more information, see SMARTInk user’s guide for MacOSX operating system software
(smarttech.com/kb/170192) or SMARTInk user’s guide for Windows operating system
(smarttech.com/kb/170191).
SymptomCausesSolution
When you touch the screen,
no pointer appears and you
can’t move icons. The
status light is red.
The SMARTMeetingPro
iconor the
SMARTNotebook icon
doesn’t appear.
The
SMARTProductDrivers
on your computer are
not current.
No USB connection
from the computer to the
interactive flat panel.
Your USB connection
doesn’t correspond with
the selected video input.
SMARTProductDrivers
isn’t installed.
Update your SMARTProductDrivers
(see Updating SMART Product Drivers
on page 49).
Verify your connections (see page 16).
Connect the USB to the correct port
that corresponds to your computer’s
video input.(For more information, see
page 16.)
Download and install SMART software
from smarttech.com/downloads.
OR
Connect your computer or laptop to
your interactive flat panel with a
SMARTGoWire cable.(For more
information, see page 44.)
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SymptomCausesSolution
The SMARTBoard icon
or SMARTMeetingPro icon
is crossed out in red.
Touch interactivity is slow
or sluggish.
SMART software isn’t
running.
Your computer can’t find
your interactive flat
panel.
Either the SMART
Board Diagnostics
window or SMART
Settings is open.
Your computer is
running too many
applications.
Your computer doesn’t
meet system
requirements.
You haven’t used a USB
2.0 cable to connect
your interactive flat
panel to your computer.
Open the SMART Product Drivers
folder in your list of programs and then
select SMART Board Tools.
Start SMART software and then run the
SMART Connection Wizard’s
troubleshooting procedures.
Close the SMART Board Diagnostics
window and the SMART Settings
panel.
Close some open applications.
Upgrade your computer or replace it
with a more powerful computer.
Use a USB 2.0 cable and ensure that it
is connected to a USB 2.0 port on your
computer.
When you touch the screen
the pointer appears in the
wrong location.
You aren’t touching the
screen at right angles.
Your interactive flat
panel isn’t orientated.
Your desktop isn’t
centred on the screen.
For more information, see Touching and
drawing on your SMART Board
interactive whiteboard is Inaccurate
(smarttech.com/kb/131299).
Orientate your interactive flat
panel.Press the orientate buttonon
the colour select module and then
follow the on-screen instructions.(For
more information, see page 51.)
Press the AUTO SET UP button on
your remote control to reset your
interactive flat panel.
OR
Press MENU on the menu control panel
and then select ADJUST > AUTOSETUP in the on-screen display menu
using the buttons on the menu control
panel.(For more information, see page
69)
I M P O R T A N T
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You might have to do this more than
once.
C H A P T E R 8
Troubleshooting for your interactive flat panel
SymptomCausesSolution
An area of the screen
doesn’t respond to your
touch or when you draw
digital ink, the lines are
broken.
You try to erase using
something other than the
eraser, but you draw more
digital ink. One of the colour
select button lights is
flashing.
Something is blocking
the cameras.
Something is on the
reflective tape channel.
Your finger or pen is
skipping as you draw.
This is most common on
the upstroke.
Bright lights are
interfering with the
cameras.
Your cameras require
calibration, possibly due
to temperature change
in the room.
You’re in Locked Ink
mode and all objects are
interpreted as pens.
Ensure that nothing is taped to the
screen.
Remove items from the reflective tape
channel.
Use consistent pressure whilst drawing
digital ink.
Close blinds or shades or dim all
halogen lights and LEDs.
Calibrate your interactive flat panel.
(See page 50.)
Press a colour select button that isn’t
flashing to exit Locked Ink mode.
OR
Remove the eraser from the eraser
holder to enable erasing while in Locked
Ink mode.
You try to erase with the
eraser, but you draw more
digital ink. You don’t see a
flashing light on the colour
select module.
You’re trying to draw digital
ink, but you see a circle
beneath your pointer and
you’re erasing digital ink.
You’re using an edge of
the eraser.
Your interactive flat
panel is interpreting an
eraser.
Increase the contact area of your
eraser.
Lift other fingers and the heel of your
hand from the interactive flat panel
whilst you write because the interactive
flat panel is interpreting them as an
eraser.
OR
Use a smaller pointer, such as the pen.
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Troubleshooting for your interactive flat panel
Resolving audio issues
I M P O R T A N T
Ensure you can see your computer’s desktop and have touch control and digital ink before
using this table. If not, resolve those issues before completing the following steps in the table
below.
SymptomCausesSolution
Sound doesn’t play
when you play a
sound file.
Your computer is muted.Turn off the mute setting.
Your computer’s volume is too low.Turn up the volume on your
computer.
Your interactive flat panel is muted.Turn off the mute setting using
the remote control or the front
control panel.
Your interactive flat panel’s volume is
too low.
The wrong audio input is selected for
the video input.
Your computer uses MacOSX
operating system software and is not
set to Audio USB output.
Use the remote control to turn up
the volume on your interactive
flat panel.
OR
Use the volume control on the
front control panel.
Select the correct audio
input.Press AUDIOINPUT on
the remote control.
Set your computer’s audio output
to USB.(For more information,
see page 41.)
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C H A P T E R 8
Troubleshooting for your interactive flat panel
Resolving remote control issues
Your remote control provides control of your interactive flat panel up to 7m (23') from the front
control panel of your interactive flat panel.
SymptomCausesSolution
The remote control
behaves unexpectedly.
The front control panel
power button light is
off.
Your interactive
flat panel isn’t
receiving power.
You are outside
the range of the
infrared remote
control sensor.
The remote control
batteries need to
be replaced.
The remote control
is damaged.
Ensure that your interactive flat panel is plugged in
and that the power switch on the bottom terminal
panel is in the ON position.(For more information,
see page 6.)
Move to within 7m (23’) and a 30º arc of your
infrared remote control sensor.
Replace the batteries.(For more information, see
page 26.)
Contact your authorised SMART reseller
(smarttech.com/where) to inquire about a
replacement remote control.
Troubleshooting presence detection
The sensors for presence detection can detect when people are within 5m (16') of the interactive
flat panel and automatically turn on or off the interactive flat panel.
SymptomCausesSolution
Your interactive flat
panel isn’t turning on.
The sensors aren’t enabled.Enable presence
detection.See Proximity
control settings on page 72.
There isn’t enough of a temperature
difference between the ambient
temperature and human body
temperature.
You aren’t within 5m (16') of the
interactive flat panel.
Glass, acrylic or other similar material is
between the person and the sensors.
Reduce the room
temperature.
Move closer to the
interactive flat panel or
make bigger motions.
Remove the material.
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C H A P T E R 8
Troubleshooting for your interactive flat panel
SymptomCausesSolution
Your interactive flat
panel isn’t turning off
when people have left
the room.
Your interactive flat
panel is turning on after
it has been turned off.
The sensors aren’t enabled.Enable presence
detection.See Proximity
control settings on page 72.
There isn’t enough of a temperature
difference between the ambient
Reduce the room
temperature.
temperature and human body
temperature.
The re-enable time is too short for you to
exit the room before the sensors start
detecting motion again.
Increase the
RE-ENABLETIME
setting.See Proximity
control settings on page 72.
There isn’t a large enough temperature
difference between the ambient
Reduce the room
temperature.
temperature and human body
temperature.
Sunlight is hitting the sensors.Close any blinds or
shades.
Glass, acrylic or other similar material is
Remove the material.
between the person and the sensors.
Your interactive flat
panel is turning on
when people are not
present.
Your interactive flat
panel is turning off
when people are
present.
There’s a sudden temperature change in
the room (humidifier emission, air
conditioning, heating system).
Remove the source of
major temperature
fluctuation.
Sunlight is hitting the sensors.Close any blinds or
shades.
Over time, the sensors average the room
temperature so people's body
temperature becomes part of the ambient
temperature.
Increase the AUTO
POWER OFF setting.See
Proximity control settings
on page 72.
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C H A P T E R 8
Troubleshooting for your interactive flat panel
Resolving issues using the SMART Connection
Wizard
You can resolve a variety of issues using the SMART Connection Wizard found in SMART
Settings.
g To start the SMART Connection Wizard
1. Press the Help button on the colour select module.
The Help and Support for Your SMART Board Interactive Whiteboard window opens.
2. Press Connection Wizard.
The SMART Connection Wizard opens.
N O T E
You can also access the SMART Connection Wizard by pressing the SMART Board
iconin the notification area (Windows operating systems) or the Dock (MacOSX
operating system software) and then selecting SMARTSettings > Connection
Wizard.
OR
Click the SMART Meeting Pro iconin the notification area then select
SMARTSettings > Connection Wizard.
3. Select SMART Board 8000 series interactive flat panel and then press Next.
4. Select the option that best describes the issue that you’re encountering and follow the on-
screen instructions to troubleshoot your interactive flat panel.
Resolving issues using SMART Board
Diagnostics
If you touch the interactive flat panel’s surface and nothing happens, or if there is no digital ink or
the ink appears in some locations and not in others, use SMART Board Diagnostics to help
identify and resolve these issues.
I M P O R T A N T
Do not change diagnostic settings unless asked to do so by SMART Support.
Checking the camera view
If nothing happens when you touch the interactive flat panel’s surface, check to make sure that
nothing is blocking one of the cameras.
g To check camera views
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C H A P T E R 8
Troubleshooting for your interactive flat panel
Press the SMART Board iconin the notification area (Windows operating systems) or
1.
the Dock (MacOSX operating system software).
OR
Press the SMART Meeting Pro iconin the notification area.
2. Press SMARTSettings.
SMART Settings opens.
3. Select About Software and Product Support > Tools > Diagnostics.
SMART Board Diagnostics opens.
4. In the View menu, select SBX800/SBID8070i/SBID8055i Bar.
The SBX800 group box appears in the SMART Board Diagnostics screen.
5. Press View.
The camera view screen appears.
6. Click Update to display the four camera views. This could take a few moments.
If one of the camera views remains black, the camera is blocked or can’t locate the
reflective tape on the interactive flat panel’s inner frame.
7. Check the camera lens and ensure that nothing is blocking its view and that nothing is
affixed to the interactive surface.
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Appendix A
the on-screen display menu
Changing settings in the OSD menu69
Main menu settings70
You can access the on-screen display (OSD) menu using either the remote control (see Infrared
remote control buttons on page 28) or the menu control panel on the left side of the interactive flat
panel (see Left side view on page 6).
Changing settings in the OSD menu
N O T E
You can adjust many of the interactive flat panel screen settings using the remote control.
g To change settings in the OSD menu
1. Press the MENU button on the menu control panel or the remote control.
The on-screen menu appears.
2. Press the up and down arrows to select a menu.
3. Press SET.
4. Press the up and down arrows to select the setting that you want to change.
5. Press SET.
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6. Press the right arrow to select the setting that you want to change and enter a setting sub-
menu.
OR
Press the left arrow to decrease or the right arrow to increase the value.
OR
Press the left arrow or right arrow to select a value.
7. Press SET.
8. To change another setting in the menu, press the MENU button and then repeat steps 2–4.
9. When you finish changing settings, press the MENU button twice to close the on-screen
display menu.
Main menu settings
Picture settings
Menu itemFunction
PICTURE MODESets picture mode to STANDARD, sRGB, SPORT, GAME,
USER, AMBIENT and DYNAMIC.
BRIGHTNESS
CONTRAST
SHARPNESSAdjusts the sharpness of the image.
BLACK LEVEL
TINTAdjusts the tint of the screen.
COLOURAdjusts the colour depth of the screen.
COLOUR
TEMPERATURE
AMBIENTAdjusts the AMBIENT settings when it is selected in
NOISEREDUCTIONAdjusts the amount of noise reduction on the image.
PICTURE RESETRestores the picture settings to their default values.
Adjusts the overall brightness of the image and background.
Adjusts the brightness of the image in relation to the background.
The sRGB picture mode is standard and cannot be changed.
Adjusts the brightness of the image in relation to the background.
The sRGB picture mode is standard and cannot be changed.
Sets colour temperature to NORMAL, WARM, USER or COOL.
PICTUREMODE.
Adjustment settings
Menu itemFunction
AUTO SETUPSets H Position, V Position and Clock Phase to adjust
automatically when your interactive flat panel is turned on.
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Adjusting video settingswith the on-screen display menu
Menu itemFunction
H POSITIONControls the horizontal position of the image within the screen area.
V POSITIONControls the vertical position of the image within the screen area.
CLOCKAdjusts the width of the image.
PHASEAdjusts the visual noise on the image.
INPUT RESOLUTIONDisplays the signal at the desired resolution. After selecting this,
use the AUTO SETUP option above.
LONG CABLE COMPAdjusts the video signal for VGA video inputs if a long VGA cable is
used.
ASPECTSets picture aspect to FULL, NORMAL, TRIM or ZOOM.
ADJUST RESETRestores the adjustment settings to their default values.
Audiosettings
Menu itemFunction
BALANCEAdjust the balance of left and right volume.
TREBLEAdjusts the high frequency sound.
BASSAdjusts the low frequency sound.
LINE OUTSelects FIXED or VARIABLE audio line out.
AUDIO INPUTSets audio input source to IN1, IN2, IN3, HDMI or TV.
AUDIO RESETRestores the audio settings to their default values.
OSD settings
Menu itemFunction
LANGUAGESelects the language used by the OSD menu.
OSD TURN OFFTurns the OSD menu off after a period of inactivity. The preset
choices are 5–240 seconds.
OSD H-POSITIONSets the horizontal position of the OSD menu.
OSD V-POSITIONSets the vertical position of the OSD menu.
INFORMATION OSDSelects whether the Information OSD menu is displayed.
MONITOR INFODisplays the interactive flat panel’s model number and serial
number.
CARBON SAVINGSDisplays the estimated carbon saving information in kilograms.
OSD RESETRestores the OSD settings to their default values.
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Adjusting video settingswith the on-screen display menu
Setup settings
Menu itemFunction
POWER SAVE
When enabled, and there isn't a video input, the interactive flat
panel displays No Signal for 25 seconds before turning off.
N O T E
When you connect a DVI video cable, the video card might not
stop sending digital data even if there is no image. In this case,
the interactive flat panel doesn’t enter Power Save mode.
STANDBY MODE
Lowers power consumption. Select either NORMALor
ECOSTANDBY.
I M P O R T A N T
When ECOSTANDBYmode is enabled, presence detection is
disabled and you cannot wake the computer by touching the
interactive flat panel’s screen.
N O T E
You can’t use RS-232C Functions in ECOSTANDBY mode.
DDC CIENABLE/DISABLE: turns the two-way communication and control
of the interactive flat panel on or off.
SCANMODESets the scanning mode. Some video formats might require
different modes to display the best image.
PROXIMITY CONTROLSets the proximity sensor settings.See Proximity control settings
below.
HEAT STATUSDisplays the FAN, BRIGHTNESS and TEMPERATURE settings.
FAN CONTROLSets the cooling fan to protect the interactive flat panel from
overheating.When selected, you can adjust the start temperature of
the cooling fan and its speed.
USBSETTINGConfigures the video and touch input.See Configuring the video and
touch input for your SMARTBoard 8055i interactive flat panel
(smarttech.com/kb/170190).
SETUP PRESETRestores the setup settings to their default value.
FACTORYRESETRestores OSD menu options to default values for all items, except
for LANGUAGE.
Proximity control settings
The interactive flat panel has two presence detection sensors on its frame that can detect people
up to 5m (16') away. When the sensors detect people , the interactive flat panel turns on. When
the sensors no longer detect people, the interactive flat panel turns off.
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Adjusting video settingswith the on-screen display menu
The settings for the proximity sensors are a sub-menu in the Setup menu.
Menu itemFunction
PROXIMITYTurns the proximity sensors on the interactive flat panel on or off. If
ECO STANDBY in the Setupmenu is enabled, this feature is
disabled.
RE-ENABLETIMESets how long (1–10 minutes) the interactive flat panel will wait
before detecting motion again. The default is 1 minute.
AUTOPOWEROFFSets when (15–240 minutes) the interactive flat panel automatically
turns off. The default is 60 minutes.
BRIGHTNESSSets the brightness of the welcome screen.
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Appendix B
compliance
SMARTTechnologies 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
regulations (WEEE directive)
Electrical and electronic equipment and batteries contain substances that can be harmful to the
environment and to human health. The crossed-out wheelie bin symbol indicates that products
should be disposed of in the appropriate recycling stream and not as regular waste.
Restriction of Certain Hazardous Substances
(RoHS directive)
This product meets the requirements of the European Union’s Restriction of Certain Hazardous
Substances (RoHS) directive 2011/65/EU.
Consequently, this product also complies with other regulations that have arisen in various
geographical areas and that reference the European Union’s RoHS directive.
Batteries
The remote contains a CR 2025 lithium battery. Recycle or dispose of batteries properly.
Perchlorate Material
Contains perchlorate material. Special handling may apply.See
dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/perchlorate.
Packaging
Many countries have regulations restricting the use of certain heavy metals in product
packaging.The packaging used by SMARTTechnologies to send products complies with
applicable packaging laws.
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Index
A
Adjust settings See alsoAdjustment
settings
Adjustment settings 70
audio files
playing 41
Audio settings 71
B
batteries 75
bottom terminal panel
computer 1 video input 17
computer 2 video input 19
connecting a peripheral device 20
connections 7
speaker wire connections 8
C
erasing 33
writing 31
disabling
USB port 19
double-clicking 35
E
European Union regulations 75
G
gestures
next page 38
panning 40
previous page 39
resizing 37
rotating 37
zooming in and out 40
GoWire SeeSMART GoWire cable
calibration 50
cleaning
camera windows 53
proximity sensors 52
reflective tape 53