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Information in this document is subject to change without notice. Reproduction in any manner without written permission of PolyVision Corporation is forbidden. PolyVision is a registered trademark of Steelcase, Inc. Walk-and-Talk and Lightning are trademarks of PolyVision Corporation. PolyVision Corporation reserves the right to make changes in product design, or detail, and to discontinue any product or material without notice.
Congratulations on your purchase of a PolyVision® Walk-and-Talk™ or Walk-and-Talk Lightning™ interactive whiteboard. This manual describes how to install and use the Walk-and-Talk (WT) and Walk-and-Talk Lightning (WTL) interactive whiteboards, and the Walk-and- Talk Wireless option. For more information about using these interactive whiteboards, refer to the Walk-and-Talk User Guide which is installed on you computer with the Walk-and-Talk driver.
PTIONS AND ONSIDERATIONS This manual describes how to install the PolyVision Walk-and-Talk (WT) and Walk-and-Talk Lightning (WTL) interactive whiteboards. When you install these whiteboards, you can mount them to: Sheetrock, brick, cinderblock, plaster, or metal. • A mobile stand available from your PolyVision dealer.
(14xx or 16xx models) or eight (18xx models) screws three (14xx or 16xx models) or four (18xx models) wall brackets Installation Quick Start driver installation CD (for Windows 98 users only) two safety straps and screws Installing Your Walk-and-Talk Whiteboard...
REPARING TO OUNT THE HITEBOARD These instructions guide you through installing your interactive whiteboard on a sheetrock wall. If your wall material is some other substance, such as concrete or brick, use these instructions as a guideline but install appropriate anchors to secure the unit to the wall. Locate and have ready to use: tape measure •...
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Carefully mark three (WT or WTL 14xx or 16xx) or four (WT or WTL 18xx) drill hole locations as indicated in the table and illustration below, based on your Walk-and-Talk model. Measurements are for a standard (adult) height whiteboard*: ODEL : Distance from floor to top holes*...
OUNTING THE HITEBOARD To mount the wall brackets: Fasten the two top wall brackets to the wall anchors with a safety strap sandwiched between the wall bracket and the wall. Fasten the bottom wall bracket(s) to the wall. Ensure that the screws are snug. To mount the whiteboard: With the help of an assistant, lift the whiteboard and hang it on the wall brackets.
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Fold over and fasten the two safety straps to the whiteboard using the screws provided. Using scissors, snip off the safety straps’ finger tabs. Installing Your Walk-and-Talk Whiteboard...
All WTL and WT 1410, 1610, or 1810 models are powered through a USB connection to your computer. If you are using these models, there is no power connection to the board unless you are also using the Walk-and-Talk Wireless option. In that case, the USB connection is replaced by infrared wireless communication, so a power connection is required for whiteboard power.
NSTALLING THE RIVER ON OMPUTER The Walk-and-Talk driver is always close at hand. You need no installation disk or CD-ROM (unless you are using Windows 98: a CD-ROM is included for Windows 98 users). Driver installation takes place when you connect the PolyKey on the Walk-and-Talk USB cable to your computer’s USB port.
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Follow the prompts you see on the screen to complete the installation. On a Macintosh, your system automatically reboots. To install the Walk-and-Talk driver on a computer using Windows 98: Turn on your computer and wait for Windows to start. For best results, make sure no applications are running.
When installation is complete, a message appears on your computer screen and the Walk-and-Talk icon appears in your system tray (Windows) or system menu (Macintosh). Walk-and-Talk icon system tray (Windows) system menu (Macintosh) Walk-and-Talk icon To start using the Walk-and-Talk driver: In Windows: disconnect the PolyKey.
The table below explains the Ink Recorded LED indications. ECORDED EANING The Walk-and-Talk driver believes there is no dry-erase ink on the whiteboard. The Walk-and-Talk driver believes there is dry-erase ink on the board. Press the Erase All button on the remote control if this LED is red and there is no dry-erase ink on the board.
OUNDS While you use your Walk-and-Talk whiteboard, sounds indicate the status of the system. You can disable or enable sounds; refer to the on-line Walk- and-Talk User Guide for information about sounds and other driver options.
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control holster fits on either edge of the whiteboard and is easy to raise or lower. To install the holster: Gently wrap the holster bracket onto the left edge of the whiteboard. Do not force it. Position the holster at a convenient height and secure it by tightening the two thumbscrews.
DDING ATTERIES TO THE EMOTE The Walk-and-Talk infrared remote control uses two AA batteries (provided). To add batteries: Press down and pull back to release the battery compartment door. • DDING ATTERIES TO THE RASER The Walk-and-Talk eraser uses two AAA batteries (provided).
NTERACTIVE HITEBOARD SING RASE ARKERS WITH OARD Your Walk-and-Talk whiteboard senses writing and erasing by detecting pressure. Use only the eraser provided with your whiteboard. • Use firm consistent pressure. • Make sure there is only one point of contact at a time.
ROJECTING OMPUTER ONTO THE HITEBOARD When you use the Walk-and-Talk whiteboard with a projector connected to your computer, a variety of powerful options becomes available. You can: control your computer from the whiteboard using your finger, the • stylus, or the remote control run slide presentations and other software either from the whiteboard •...
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Turn on the projector and focus your computer screen squarely onto your whiteboard. The projected image does not need to fill the white area. To align the projected image with a Walk-and-Talk Lightning (WTL) whiteboard: Assure that at least half of the projected image is actually projected onto the board.
ESKTOP While your computer desktop is projected on the interactive whiteboard, the Walk-and-Talk driver enables you to draw, highlight, and write over the projected image using your finger or the stylus. This type of writing is called “mark-up” and it is part of the projected image, not physical ink.
SING THE EMOTE ONTROL The Walk-and-Talk remote control operates at a distance of up to 40 feet (12 m) from the infrared receiver, enabling you to roam freely away from your computer while you give your presentation. Always point the remote control toward the infrared receiver at the top of the interactive whiteboard.
(Already included with WT 1400, 1600, 1800 models) NSTALLING THE IRELESS DAPTER To use the Walk-and-Talk Wireless option, first, install the wireless plug-in adapter card inside the interactive whiteboard header. Installation and Operation Guide...
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NOTE: It may require some force to remove the cover. Use both hands but do NOT pry the cover or use any tools, as you may scratch the whiteboard or cover. Installing and Using Walk-and-Talk Wireless...
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To position the card in the header, insert the left edge of the card at an angle and then rotate it about the three remote control detectors, using caution to avoid contact between the card and the remote control detectors in the header. The upper edge of the cards should be underneath the lip of the whiteboard frame.
To connect the wireless transmitter to your computer: Plug the wireless transmitter cable to the 9-pin serial port of your computer. If your computer does not include a serial port, use a USB to 9-pin serial adapter available from your PolyVision dealer. Installing and Using Walk-and-Talk Wireless...
ONNECTING OWER TO HITEBOARDS All Walk-and-Talk Lightning and WT 1410, 1610, and 1810 models are powered through the USB connection with your computer. When using the wireless option, the USB connection is replaced by wireless infrared communication so these whiteboard models now require a power connection to a wall outlet.
ONFIGURING THE RIVER Once power is connected and a wireless communication link is established with the board, configure the Walk-and-Talk driver for use with the wireless option. To configure the driver: Right-click the Walk-and-Talk icon in the system tray.
If the link is broken for less than 20 seconds, you can continue when the interference is removed. If the link is broken for more than 20 seconds, you need to re-configure the Walk-and-Talk driver for wireless communication. To do so, refer to “Configuring the Driver” on page 31. ROUBLESHOOTING...
The LED indicator on the wireless transmitter indicates system status. ONDITION Green Transmitter is receiving infrared signal from the board. Amber Power is connected but no infrared signal is being received. Transmitter is not receiving power. Installing and Using Walk-and-Talk Wireless...
Rinse with clear water to avoid future smearing. This step is simple but very important . Wipe dry with a clean cloth. note: NOTE: Do not let water seep into the sensitive Walk-and-Talk whiteboard electronics. Your warranty does not cover damage caused by liquids. OW TO BTAIN EPLACEMENT ARTS Replacement parts are available directly from PolyVision.
CE C OMPLIANCE Walk-and-Talk Wireless has been tested and found to comply with safety, radiation, and immunity standards defined in EN60950, IEC 60 825-1, EN55024, and EN55022. Care and Maintenance...
ARRANTY PolyVision Corporation warrants to the original consumer or other end-user purchaser that this product is free from defects in material and workmanship for a period of two years from the date of purchase and for five years if the product is registered through the PolyVision product registration web page.
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product to the original place of purchase. If you are directed to return the product directly to PolyVision, you must obtain a Return Materials Authorization (RMA) number from PolyVision. All products returned to PolyVision must have an RMA number assigned, regardless of reason for return. The RMA number must be clearly marked on the outside of the shipping carton;...
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NDEX ink color in your snapshot aligning the computer image with the board installation options installing driver battery installation wireless plug-in card eraser remote control jumper cable click trigger keyboard clicking using the remote control using the on-screen keyboard communication link wireless link broken configure for wireless communication LED status...
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USB cable register Walk-and-Talk connecting remote control PolyKey battery installation carrying with lanyards cursor/pen button Walk-and-Talk User Guide erase all button wall brackets holster mounting installation positions ink color button whiteboard keyboard button connecting L and R buttons...