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Using the Interactive Whiteboard
When your interactive whiteboard is installed, you need to:
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configure SMART Board software
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start SMART Board software
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calibrate the cameras
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orient the interactive screen
This section also includes instructions on setting up your interactive whiteboard and basic
information on using SMART Board software. However, you should refer to the SMART Board
software online Help for detailed information on using all the software features.
Configuring SMART Board Software
After you install SMART Board software and connect the interactive whiteboard, your screen
becomes fully interactive. However, sometimes SMART Board software can't locate the port that
your interactive whiteboard is connected to. If your screen isn't touch sensitive, configure the port
in SMART Board software. If your interactive whiteboard is connected with a USB adapter, you'll
have to disconnect the USB connector from your computer, and then reconnect it. For more
information, see the SMART Board software online Help.
Starting SMART Board Software
Start SMART Board software to access a wide range of software tools, such as Notebook
software, SMART Video Player, the SMART Keyboard and the Floating Tools.
When you start SMART Board software, the SMART Board icon appears in your system tray
(Windows computers) or in the Dock (Macintosh computers). Press this icon to view a menu of all
available software tools. For more information on using the tools in SMART Board software, see
the SMART Board software online Help.
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For Windows operating systems, select Start > Programs > SMART Board Software >
SMART Board Tools.
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For Macintosh computers, open the SMART Board Software folder and select SMART Board
Tools.
Calibrating the Cameras
Each digital camera in the interactive screen is calibrated to recognize the position of a pen tray
tool or your finger on the screen's surface and to send this information to SMART Board software.
The software then interprets the information as mouse clicks or digital ink in the appropriate
location.
If the cameras become misaligned for any reason, you may notice gaps in your writing or an area
of the screen may become unresponsive to your touch. Fortunately, this problem is easily fixed by
performing a simple calibration procedure. For more information, see the SMART Board software
online Help.
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