Using the Stylus Using MimioStudio Tools Caring for MimioBoard Cleaning MimioBoard Cleaning the MimioBoard Dry-Erase Surface Cleaning the MimioBoard Frame and Stylus Replacing the MimioTeach Bar Technical and Environmental Information Environmental Information Safety Precautions for Lithium-Ion Rechargeable Batteries Contacting Mimio Documentation Feedback...
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Chapter 1 MimioBoard MimioBoard is a dry-erasable, interactive whiteboard system. The board includes an integrated MimioTeach bar, using MimioTeach technology to turn the MimioBoard surface into an interactive whiteboard. Using MimioBoard with a projector and MimioStudio classroom software, you can create and deliver lessons and presentations directly from your MimioBoard.
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MimioBoard If you are missing any of the items above, contact Customer Support.
About MimioBoard About MimioBoard MimioBoard has a highly durable, magnetic, and erasable surface with heavy-duty gray strips to focus attention and make it easy to center your projection. MimioBoard interactive whiteboard is powered by the MimioTeach bar. Two models of MimioBoard are available. ME-77 Aspect ratio: 4:3 Board size: 48.2 in x 71.2 in (1225 mm x 1809 mm)
MimioBoard Status Lights The status light visually shows the status of the MimioBoard. Not receiving power; USB/power cable is not connected or MimioBoard is turned off. Solid Green MimioBoard is connected and receiving power; MimioStudio software is running. MimioBoard is connected or connecting, and receiving power; MimioStudio Flashing Green software is not running.
Chapter 2 Getting Started Review the following topics to install and start using your MimioBoard. Setting Up MimioBoard Setting Up the Stylus Setting Up Interactive Mode Setting Up MimioBoard MimioBoard mounts securely to the wall using the included hardware. Two people are required to safely lift and install your MimioBoard. Review the following topics for information about installing and connecting your MimioBoard.
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Getting Started To install MimioBoard 1. Make a mark on the wall at the height you want the top of the MimioBoard to be located. 2. Using a level, draw a horizontal line starting at the mark. 3. Align the mounting bar with the horizontal line and make a mark on the wall in the center of four of the holes in the mounting bar.
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Setting Up MimioBoard 5. Insert a drywall anchor into each of the four holes so that each anchor is flush with the surface of the wall. The included anchors are for use with drywall only. For concrete walls, use concrete anchors (not included).
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Getting Started 10. Make sure the MimioBoard cable goes through the cable channel and that the MimioBoard is flush against the wall. 11. Locate the two holes on the bottom of the MimioBoard and do the following for each of the two holes: a.
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Setting Up MimioBoard 13. Insert a drywall anchor into each of the two holes so that each anchor is flush with the surface of the wall. The included anchors are for use with drywall only. For concrete walls, use concrete anchors (not included).
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Getting Started 15. Locate the two holes on the top of the MimioBoard and do the following for each of the two holes: a. Align the slot in the L-bracket with the hole on the top of the MimioBoard. b. Make a mark on the wall in the center of the slot in the L-bracket that is touching the wall.
Setting Up MimioBoard 18. For each of the brackets, do the following: a. Align the slot in the bracket with the hole on the top of the MimioBoard and the drywall anchor. b. Using a screw driver and an #6x⅜ in (M3x8.5mm) screw, securely fasten the bracket to the top of the MimioBoard.
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Getting Started To set up the MimioBoard 1. Plug the USB cable into the USB port on the power adapter. 2. Plug the other end of the USB cable into the MimioBoard cable. 3. Plug the power adapter into a power outlet. 4.
Setting Up the Stylus Setting Up the Stylus The stylus is powered by a rechargeable lithium-ion battery. The battery recharges whenever the stylus is docked on the MimioBoard. To set up the stylus 1. Turn the top of the stylus counter-clockwise to separate the top from the body of the stylus.
Getting Started Projecting Your Desktop If you are presenting from a MimioStudio Notebook or another application, such as a PowerPoint presentation, you can open the application before or after Interactive mode is enabled and calibrated. To start Interactive mode 1. Project your desktop image onto your MimioBoard surface. Refer to your projector’s documentation for instructions on how to project your desktop image.
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Setting Up Interactive Mode The calibration target disappears and the next calibration target appears. When the calibration screen disappears, Interactive mode is enabled.
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Chapter 3 Using MimioBoard You can use the MimioBoard and stylus in MimioStudio Interactive mode to create and deliver lessons and presentations. In MimioStudio Interactive mode, you control the movement of the cursor on your screen with the stylus, much like you would with a mouse at your computer.
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Using MimioBoard The following table describes the major components of MimioStudio Tools. Selection tool Zoom Brush Text Highlighter Line Arrow End Arrow Start Arrow Both Rectangle Ellipse Triangle Right Triangle Five Pointed Star Hexagon Pentagon Shape Recognition Eraser Insert file Screen clipping Color picker More colors...
Chapter 4 Caring for MimioBoard Properly maintaining the MimioBoard surface will keep your board looking like new and never compromise performance. Cleaning MimioBoard MimioBoard is designed to give you long and trouble-free service while requiring very little maintenance. Solvent-based dry-erase markers, rather than water-based or low-odor dry-erase markers, are recommended for use with MimioBoard.
Caring for MimioBoard 3. Remove dirt and smudges with one of the cleaning solutions mentioned above. Avoid using liquids on any exposed charging contacts. Do not allow liquid into any openings on the equipment. 4. Reconnect the USB cable. To clean the stylus 1.
If you need more information on the collection, reuse and recycling systems, please contact your local or regional waste administration. You can also contact Mimio for more information on the environmental performances of our products. Safety Precautions for Lithium-Ion Rechargeable Batteries Inaccurate handling of a Lithium-ion rechargeable battery may cause leakage, heat, smoke, an explosion, or fire.
Mimio’s Technical Support department is available by phone. Web site: www.mimio.com Phone: (877) 846-3721 Visit the Support section of our Web site at www.mimio.com to contact us by email. Documentation Feedback We are constantly working to produce the highest quality documentation for our products.
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We also welcome your suggestions for additional topics you would like to see covered in the documentation. Send email feedback to: documentation@mimio.com Please keep in mind that this email address is only for documentation feedback. If you have a technical question, please contact Customer Service.
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