M600 series interactive whiteboard, read and understand the safety warnings and precautions in this user’s guide and the included warnings document. The included warnings document describes the safe and correct operation of the SMART Board interactive whiteboard and its accessories, helping you to prevent injuries and equipment damage.
Contents Important information Chapter 1 Introducing the SMART Board M600 series interactive whiteboard Introduction Features Computer requirements How does the SMART Board interactive whiteboard work? Installation tips Accessories and replacement parts Chapter 2 Connecting a computer Matching the computer’s resolution to the projector’s resolution...
You ® can write over any application in digital ink, and then save these notes to a file in SMART Notebook collaborative learning software for future reference and distribution.
Chapter 1 Introducing the SMART Board M600 series interactive whiteboard Features The SMART Board M600 series interactive whiteboard is durable and reliable. It features a rugged, ® hardened interactive surface, two damage-resistant pens and SMART’s proprietary DViT (Digital Vision Touch) technology. The SMART Board M680 interactive whiteboard measures 195.6 cm (77") diagonally and has a 4:3 aspect ratio, while the M685 interactive whiteboard measures 221 ...
SMART Ink SMART Product Drivers. With SMART Ink, a dynamic (floating) toolbar appears on the desktop. You can use this toolbar to change the pen’s color, thickness or other properties temporarily, or use some of SMART Ink’s tools such as screen capture, spotlight, screen shade, and so on.
SMART Board interactive whiteboard hardware kit (Part No. 1020342) from your authorized SMART reseller. Extending the USB cable The USB cable included with the SMART Board M600 series interactive whiteboard is within the limit defined by the USB standard for maximum length. The interactive whiteboard includes a 16' (5 m) USB cable.
Don’t use USB plug adapters or passive USB wall plates. Accessories and replacement parts For a full list of optional accessories that you can order for your SMART Board M600 series interactive whiteboard, go to smarttech.com/accessories. For a list of replacement parts for your SMART Board M600 series interactive whiteboard, refer to the service parts diagrams fro your model.
Important You must install the latest version of SMART Product Drivers on your Windows or Mac computer in order to write in digital ink and to use touch on the interactive whiteboard’s surface. docs.smarttech.com/kb/170410...
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Chapter 2 Connecting a computer For a complete list of computer requirements, go to smarttech.com/downloads and browse to the latest SMART Notebook release notes applicable to your computer’s operating system. docs.smarttech.com/kb/170410...
Digital cameras in the corners of the interactive whiteboard track the position of the pens and your finger on the interactive surface, and then send the information to the SMART software. SMART software interprets this information as mouse clicks, digital ink or ink removal in the appropriate location.
Chapter 3 Calibrating and orienting the interactive whiteboard To calibrate your interactive whiteboard 1. The first time you connect the interactive whiteboard, press the Please calibrate the SMART Board interactive whiteboard pop-up bubble that appears in the bottom right corner of the screen.
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Chapter 3 Calibrating and orienting the interactive whiteboard To orient your interactive whiteboard 1. On the interactive surface, click the SMART software icon in the notification area (Windows) or Dock (Mac), and then select Orient. The Orientation screen opens.
Warning Do not stand (or allow children to stand) on a chair to touch the surface of the SMART Board product. Instead, safely fix the product at the appropriate height on a wall or use a SMART floor stand.
SMART Board M680 or M685 interactive whiteboard has several controls and indicators. Notes SMART Board M680V and M685V interactive whiteboards feature a durable pen ledge that holds the two included pens, rather than an interactive pen tray. For information on the different types of pen tray and pen ledge for each model, see Differentiating SMART Board M600 series interactive whiteboard pen trays (docs.smarttech.com/kb/171251).
Chapter 4 Using the interactive whiteboard The buttons on the right side of the pen tray enable the right-click, on-screen keyboard and orientation functions. Note If the interactive whiteboard is part of a projector system, the left side of the pen tray includes controls for power, volume, and input selection.
USB port on the pen tray for the selected video source. Note If all pen tray lights are lit, see Resolving issues using the pen tray status light on the SMART Board M600 interactive whiteboard. Customizing the pen tray buttons You can customize the pen tray button settings.
Chapter 4 Using the interactive whiteboard To customize the pen tray button settings 1. Press the SMART software icon in the Windows notification area or Mac Dock, and then select SMART Settings. SMART settings opens. 2. Press SMART Hardware Settings and select your SMART Board interactive whiteboards.
Displaying menu options (right-clicking) Press and hold the screen with your finger. ® In SMART Notebook software, Windows and Microsoft Office programs, the right-click menu appears. Dragging an object or scroll bar Press and hold an object or scroll bar on the screen. Keep your finger on the screen and slowly move the object or scroll bar.
Chapter 4 Using the interactive whiteboard Double-clicking Quickly press and release the interactive surface twice in the same spot. This performs a standard double-click. Note This gesture starts applications if your computer’s operating system is set to start applications on a double-click.
Chapter 4 Using the interactive whiteboard Enlarging an area or object Use one finger on each hand to press in the center of the area or object, and then drag your fingers away from each other. Reducing the scale of an object Use one finger on each hand to press the screen at opposite ends of the area or object, and then drag your fingers toward each other.
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Chapter 4 Using the interactive whiteboard Hold your fingers perpendicular (90°) to the interactive surface at the contact point. 90° 90° Keep your thumb and other fingers away from the interactive surface. They can generate unintentional commands. docs.smarttech.com/kb/170410...
SMART Product Update (SPU). To check for software updates 1. Click the SMART software icon in the Windows notification area or the Mac Dock, and then select Check for Updates and Activation. The SMART Product Update dialog box appears listing the SMART software products installed on your computer.
Cleaning the interactive whiteboard Transporting the interactive whiteboard Tips for trouble-free performance The SMART Board interactive whiteboard is durable, but take care to prevent any damage to it and its parts. Replace the pen when the nib wears out.
Chapter 5 Maintenance Don’t obstruct the cameras’ view of the interactive whiteboard. For example, don’t place magnets, stickers or adhesive tape on the interactive surface or rest any objects, including your hand or the pens, in the recess at the bottom of the interactive surface. This interferes with the corner cameras’ ability to detect your finger or pens on the interactive surface.
Transporting the interactive whiteboard Save the original SMART Board interactive whiteboard packaging so that it’s available if you need to transport the interactive whiteboard. When required, repack the interactive whiteboard with all of the original packaging.
USB extension cables, that are connected to the interactive whiteboard. The basic system consists of the SMART Board M600 series interactive whiteboard, a USB cable, a power cable, computer hardware, a computer operating system and SMART Product Drivers. You can try isolating and replacing each component to identify the cause of the connectivity issue.
The SMART Connection Wizard appears. 3. Follow the on-screen instructions. Using SMART Diagnostics With SMART Diagnostics, you can troubleshoot a variety of camera problems and configure many of the camera settings for the interactive whiteboard. SeeAbout SMART Diagnostics Troubleshooting the interactive whiteboard and...
Chapter 6 Troubleshooting Troubleshooting using the status lights If the interactive whiteboard has an active pen tray (models SBM680, SBM680E, SBM685 and SBM685E), you can use the status lights to help you identify and resolve issues with the interactive whiteboard. See...
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If it is not lit, refer to The SMART Board icon. controller power light is not lit. on the next page Install the latest version of SMART Product Drivers on the connected computer. Install the latest firmware.
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(pointer, pen colors, and interrupted before it has finished. eraser status light) are lit. Try again to update the firmware. To do this, use the SMART The interactive whiteboard Firmware Updater application. See Firmware update doesn’t doesn’t respond to touch.
Contacting SMART Support SMART Support welcomes your call. However, if you experience difficulty with your SMART product, consider contacting your authorized SMART reseller (smarttech.com/wheretobuy) first. Your reseller can often resolve the issue without delay.
Certification and compliance Hardware environmental compliance SMART Technologies supports global efforts to ensure that electronic equipment is manufactured, sold, and disposed of in a safe and environmentally friendly manner. Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment and Battery regulations (WEEE and Battery Directives)
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