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- Page 1 ActivPanel Nickel User Guide...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
User Profiles: Guest Profile ........................19 Promethean Cloud Connect: Google Drive .................... 20 Promethean Cloud Connect: Microsoft OneDrive................. 22 Introduction to the Promethean Whiteboard App Toolbar ..............24 Promethean Capture App ........................25 Promethean Annotate App........................26 Switching Sources ........................... 27 Promethean Timer App ........................... - Page 3 Connecting an ActivConnect OPS-G to Your ActivPanel............... 49 Connecting a Promethean Chromebox to Your ActivPanel ..............51 Adding Apps from the Google Play Store Using Your Promethean Chromebox ........ 53 Help and Support ............................ 54 3 ActivPanel Nickel User Guide_11/22...
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Page 4: Introduction To Your Activpanel Nickel
Introduction to Your ActivPanel Nickel The ActivPanel Nickel is designed to provide you with everything you need, right out of the box. It is internet- ready and preloaded with teaching tools. The front of your ActivPanel Nickel features menu options to adjust the volume, access the Unified Menu, and switch sources. - Page 5 Whiteboard. These apps were developed specifically from in response to teacher feedback, and they are accessible from the Unified Menu and the Locker. Additional features of your ActivPanel Nickel include Wi-Fi, 15 points of touch, powerful audio, front-facing ports, and an onboard Android 8 operating system.
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Page 6: Remote
Remote The Promethean remote allows you to navigate your ActivPanel from anywhere in the classroom. 1. INSTANT POWER ON: Turn your ActivPanel on. 2. NAVIGATE AND SELECT: Use the arrows to navigate to the option of your choice. Press the checkmark to select your option. -
Page 7: Connecting To The Internet
To connect to a wireless network, toggle the Wi-Fi switch on. Select your desired wireless network and input a password if necessary. Once you have successfully connected, you will see a confirmation below the network name. 7 ActivPanel Nickel User Guide_11/22... -
Page 8: Unified Menu
10. RECENT APPS: Navigating between most recently used apps is simple. Select Recent Apps and choose the app you would like to interact with. 11. HELP APP: The Help app provides resources and support to assist you with getting started with your ActivPanel. 8 ActivPanel Nickel User Guide_11/22... -
Page 9: Locker
Tap the gear icon to access Settings. In Settings, you may quickly change ActivPanel settings such as brightness or volume, and access more settings. The About this panel icon will provide you details about your ActivPanel. This information may come in handy when communicating with your IT Administrator or Promethean Support. 9 ActivPanel Nickel User Guide_11/22... -
Page 10: Adjusting Brightness
To adjust the brightness on your ActivPanel, select the Unified Menu, then tap Locker. Choose the gear icon to access Settings. Press and slide the brightness bar forward or backwards until you achieve the desired brightness. 10 ActivPanel Nickel User Guide_11/22... -
Page 11: Adjusting Volume
To adjust the volume on your ActivPanel, select the Unified Menu, then tap Locker. Choose the gear icon to access Settings. Press and slide the volume bar forward or backwards until you achieve the desired level. 11 ActivPanel Nickel User Guide_11/22... -
Page 12: Large Mode
Large Mode increases the size of the icons on the Unified Menu. To enable Large Mode, select the Unified Menu, then tap Locker. Choose the gear icon to access Settings. Tap Large Mode. Now you may enjoy larger icons, no matter where you choose to access the Unified Menu. 12 ActivPanel Nickel User Guide_11/22... -
Page 13: More Settings
To access network connections, find information about your apps, and to fully customize your ActivPanel experience, you will want to visit More Settings. To access More Settings, select the Unified Menu, then tap Locker. Choose the gear icon to access Settings. Tap More Settings. 13 ActivPanel Nickel User Guide_11/22... -
Page 14: Turning Panel Speakers On Or Off
Next, select the gear icon on the left to go to the Settings tab within your Locker. Choose More Settings. Within More Settings, select Audio. Toggle the panel speakers off or on to best meet your instructional needs. You may return to this setting at any time. 14 ActivPanel Nickel User Guide_11/22... -
Page 15: Changing Your Wallpaper
This could be an image saved to your panel or from a connected USB drive. Once you have chosen a new image, tap Set Wallpaper in the upper left corner. Next, choose Home Screen. The wallpaper is updated immediately. You may change it again at any time. 15 ActivPanel Nickel User Guide_11/22... -
Page 16: Connecting To The Internet
To connect to a wireless network, toggle the Wi-Fi switch on. Select your desired wireless network and input a password if necessary. Once you have successfully connected, you will see a confirmation below the network name. 16 ActivPanel Nickel User Guide_11/22... -
Page 17: User Profiles: Creating New Profiles
User Profiles: Creating New Profiles Your ActivPanel Nickel allows the panel owner to create new user profiles. This feature improves the workflow and enables more secure multi-user functionality on the panel. This can be handy if you are sharing your ActivPanel with colleagues, or for instances in which you have a guest teacher or substitute. -
Page 18: User Profiles: Adding Security
User Profiles: Adding Security Your ActivPanel Nickel has User Profiles that enable multiple educators to make the most of a single ActivPanel. To create a PIN or password for a user profile, select the Unified Menu, then tap User, which in this case reads Owner. -
Page 19: User Profiles: Guest Profile
User Profiles: Guest Profile Your ActivPanel Nickel has User Profiles that enable multiple educators to make the most of a single ActivPanel. The Guest Profile is ideal for instances in which a guest instructor or substitute is using your classroom. -
Page 20: Promethean Cloud Connect: Google Drive
Promethean Cloud Connect: Google Drive Within a user profile, you can connect your Google Drive account to your ActivPanel Nickel using Promethean Cloud Connect. This allows you to easily access and save files and improves your workflow in the classroom. - Page 21 Then, select Google Drive. Give your Whiteboard file a name, then tap the green checkmark on the keyboard. 21 ActivPanel Nickel User Guide_11/22...
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Page 22: Promethean Cloud Connect: Microsoft Onedrive
Promethean Cloud Connect: Microsoft OneDrive Within a user profile, you can connect your Microsoft OneDrive account to your ActivPanel Nickel using Promethean Cloud Connect. This allows you to easily access and save files and improves your workflow in the classroom. - Page 23 To change the save location, you may need to select the three horizontal lines in the top left corner. Then, select OneDrive. Give your Whiteboard file a name, then tap the green checkmark on the keyboard. 23 ActivPanel Nickel User Guide_11/22...
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Page 24: Introduction To The Promethean Whiteboard App Toolbar
Introduction to the Promethean Whiteboard App Toolbar Access the Promethean Whiteboard App from your Unified Menu or Locker. The Whiteboard toolbar resides on the left side of the window by default. Menu Save Multi User Mode Backgrounds Insert Image Selector Tool... -
Page 25: Promethean Capture App
Promethean Capture App The Promethean Capture app allows you to capture and crop anything displayed on your panel’s screen, enabling you to organically create lessons and activities. To use Capture, access the Unified Menu, then tap Capture. You will see two options: Open in Whiteboard or Close. To use the entire image, select Open in Whiteboard. -
Page 26: Promethean Annotate App
Promethean Annotate App The Promethean Annotate App is perfect for adding annotations over anything displaying on your panel’s screen, empowering you to make the most of teachable moments. You may also use it over top of connected devices. To access, tap the Unified Menu, then the Annotate app. It is also accessible from your Locker. -
Page 27: Switching Sources
You may still access the Unified Menu and Classroom Essential Apps over top of connected devices. To return to your ActivPanel home screen, either tap the Source button and select Home, or select Home from the Unified Menu. 27 ActivPanel Nickel User Guide_11/22... - Page 28 If you frequently use connected devices in tandem with your Elements Series ActivPanel, such as a Promethean Chromebox, ActivConnect OPS-G or OPS-M, or even your laptop, you may wish for your panel to automatically launch to that environment. In this case, changing your Power On Default Source will save you valuable time.
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Page 29: Promethean Timer App
Promethean Timer App The Promethean Timer App is perfect for managing activities, assessments, and more within your classroom. To access, tap the Unified Menu, then Locker. Select Timer from the Apps tab. The Timer app opens. There are three modes: Clock, Timer, and Stopwatch. Tap the gear to access more options in any mode, like adding celebrations, sounds, color themes, and more. -
Page 30: Promethean Spinner App
Promethean Spinner App The Promethean Spinner App is perfect for quickly and easily randomizing elements for your class all in one place. To access, select the Unified Menu, then tap Locker. Select Spinner The Spinner app opens. There are three floating modes, as well as a minimized and full screen mode. You may access these modes through the magnifying glass. -
Page 31: Promethean Account
Promethean Account Your Promethean account offers new and exciting tools and resources to engage your students. To create and access your Promethean account, visit: one.prometheanworld.com. From your Promethean account, you can easily download Screen Share and share devices to your Elements Series ActivPanel. You can also download the Screen Share sender app from share.one.prometheanworld.com. -
Page 32: Promethean Screen Share App: Connecting Devices
Promethean Screen Share App: Connecting Devices The Promethean Screen Share app allows you to quickly connect and mirror student devices and lends itself perfectly to classroom collaboration and student-driven learning. To begin, please be sure you are using an Elements Series ActivPanel and are running firmware version 3.2 or higher. - Page 33 Once you have selected their names, tap the Share button at the bottom of the waiting room window. A purple dot beside a student’s name denotes that touchback capabilities are in effect. 33 ActivPanel Nickel User Guide_11/22...
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- Page 35 This is an example of the student’s computer screen: Likewise, when mirroring a student device with Touchback enabled, this screen will also be framed in bright green on your panel, as shown below for the screen in the top left quadrant: 35 ActivPanel Nickel User Guide_11/22...
- Page 36 With Touchback enabled, you may navigate connected devices in real time. Possible classroom examples include becoming untethered, sharing applications or programs, allowing students to display work and demonstrate learning, and more. 36 ActivPanel Nickel User Guide_11/22...
- Page 37 To share from the Chrome Extension: 1. Open the Screen Share Chrome Extension ™ 2. ENTER PANEL ID 3. ENTER YOUR NAME 4. Click ENTER WAITING ROOM 5. Select your screen 6. Tap Share 37 ActivPanel Nickel User Guide_11/22...
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Page 38: Promethean Activities Player
Promethean Activities Player The Promethean Activities Player provides an easy way to access your pre-created ActivInspire activities and engage your students on your Elements Series ActivPanel. Begin by saving the ActivInspire Activity to a USB, then plug the USB into your Elements Series ActivPanel. To access your activity on your ActivPanel, tap the Unified Menu, then Locker. -
Page 39: Recent Apps
To return to any of these open apps, simply select the app. To close apps, much like you do on your smart phone, simply tap the little x to the bottom right of an app. 39 ActivPanel Nickel User Guide_11/22... -
Page 40: Managing Apps
Tap the back arrow in the top left corner to return to your list of apps. Alternatively, you can tap the Home button from the Unified Menu to return to the home screen. 40 ActivPanel Nickel User Guide_11/22... -
Page 41: Locating Apps
Locating Apps The Locker houses all your apps, including those from connected devices such as a Promethean Chromebox or ActivConnect OPS-G. To locate apps, access the Unified Menu and tap Locker. The Locker will automatically open to the Apps tab, but you also can access it by tapping the cube icon to access Apps. -
Page 42: Rearranging Apps
To create a new page within the Apps tab of your Locker, simply drag an app icon onto a page that is fully populated. Organize your apps by function, subject area, apps for student use, and more! 42 ActivPanel Nickel User Guide_11/22... -
Page 43: Closing Apps
Recent Apps window. Swipe to the right or left to navigate between pages. To close apps, much like you do on your smart phone, simply tap the little x to the bottom right of an app. 43 ActivPanel Nickel User Guide_11/22... -
Page 44: Uninstalling Apps
You may be prompted once more to confirm your choice to uninstall. Once uninstallation is complete, you will briefly receive a small confirmation at the bottom of your screen and will be returned to the app list. 44 ActivPanel Nickel User Guide_11/22... -
Page 45: Accessing Content From Your Usb And Downloading Files
The Downloads screen reappears, this time with options in the bottom right corner. Select the blue Copy button. You will be returned to your USB. To confirm that your files were downloaded successfully, select Downloads. 45 ActivPanel Nickel User Guide_11/22... -
Page 46: Creating Bookmarks In The Chromium Browser
Tap the three vertical dots in the top right, then select Bookmarks to modify your existing bookmarks. You may edit bookmarks, move them into folders, and delete them. To visit a bookmarked website, tap the website that appears. Then, tap the three vertical dots on the blue header to reveal options. 46 ActivPanel Nickel User Guide_11/22... -
Page 47: Connecting A Laptop To Your Activpanel
If you are connecting a Mac to your ActivPanel using a VGA cable, you may need an additional adapter or dongle. You may also require an audio cable. You will find additional ports on the back of your ActivPanel. When facing the panel, they are on the left side. 47 ActivPanel Nickel User Guide_11/22... - Page 48 Remember, you always have access to the Unified Menu, even over connected devices. This means you will also have access to the Classroom Essential Apps. Use the Home button from the Unified Menu to return Home at any time. For more information or to receive assistance, please visit support.prometheanworld.com. 48 ActivPanel Nickel User Guide_11/22...
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Page 49: Connecting An Activconnect Ops-G To Your Activpanel
Connecting an ActivConnect OPS-G to Your ActivPanel Your district may have chosen additional connected devices for your ActivPanel Nickel. To connect your ActivConnect OPS-G to your ActivPanel, begin by ensuring you are running the most up-to- date firmware. Please visit support.prometheanworld.com/update... - Page 50 “Connected IP…” From now on, all apps installed on the OPS-G can now be found within the Locker for easy access. For more information or to receive assistance, please visit support.prometheanworld.com. 50 ActivPanel Nickel User Guide_11/22...
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Page 51: Connecting A Promethean Chromebox To Your Activpanel
Connecting a Promethean Chromebox to Your ActivPanel Your district may have chosen additional connected devices for your ActivPanel Nickel. To connect your Promethean Chromebox to your ActivPanel Elements Series, begin by ensuring you are running the most up-to-date firmware. Please visit support.prometheanworld.com/update... - Page 52 Tap in the bottom right of the Chromebox desktop to access some basic settings. You will want to ensure your ActivPanel and Chromebox are connected to the same internet network. 52 ActivPanel Nickel User Guide_11/22...
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Page 53: Adding Apps From The Google Play Store Using Your Promethean Chromebox
Adding Apps from the Google Play Store Using Your Promethean Chromebox To add apps from the Google Play Store using your Promethean Chromebox, please ensure that your Chromebox is first successfully integrated with your ActivPanel. Access the Unified Menu, then tap Source. Select HDMI2 to switch to your Chromebox. -
Page 54: Help And Support
Help and Support To contact Promethean Support, visit support.prometheanworld.com. To learn more about the Elements Series and other Promethean solutions: • Follow us on Twitter @LearnPromethean • Subscribe to our YouTube channel, PrometheanVideo • Visit our Learn Promethean website to explore courses, video tutorials, resources, and more With the version 5.0 firmware release, an animated onboarding tour of your ActivPanel will display upon initial...
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