Smart Technologies SMART Board 480i5 User manual
Summary of SMART Board 480i5
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Smart board™ 480i5 interactive whiteboard system user’s guide please think before you print.
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Copyright notice © 2011 smart technologies ulc. All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced, transmitted, tran- scribed, stored in a retrieval system or translated into any language in any form by any means without the prior written con- sent of smart technologies ulc. Informa...
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Important information before you install and use your smart board™ 480i5 interactive whiteboard system, read and understand the safety warnings and precautions in this user’s guide and the included warnings document. These safety warnings and precautions describe the safe and correct operation of yo...
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L do not leave cables on the floor where they can be a tripping hazard. If you must run a cable over the floor, lay it in a flat, straight line and secure it to the floor with tape or a cable management strip of a contrasting color. Handle cables carefully and avoid excessive bending. L do not climb...
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L do not adjust any settings in the service menu other than those listed in the following procedures. Changing other settings might damage or affect the operation of your projector and invalidates your warranty. L if dust or small items prevent pen tray buttons from being pressed or cause constant b...
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L follow these guidelines to clean the projector: o wipe the exterior of the projector with a lint-free cloth. O if necessary, use a soft cloth moistened with a mild detergent to clean the projector housing. O do not use abrasive cleaners, waxes or solvents. O avoid touching the lens. If it is neces...
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Environmental requirements before installing your smart board 480i5 interactive whiteboard system, review the following environmental requirements. Environmental requirement parameter operating temperature l 5°c to 35°c (41°f to 95°f) from 0 m to 1800 m (0' to 6000') storage temperature l -20°c to 4...
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Contents important information i safety warnings, cautions and important information i environmental requirements v about your interactive whiteboard system 1 smart board 480i5 interactive whiteboard system features 2 included accessories 3 optional accessories 4 installing your interactive whiteboa...
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Transporting your interactive whiteboard system 47 remotely managing your interactive whiteboard system 49 web page management 50 connecting your room control system to the smart uf75 projector 54 projector programming commands 56 simple network management protocol (snmp) 67 hardware environmental c...
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About your interactive whiteboard system smart board 480i5 interactive whiteboard system features 2 smart board 480 interactive whiteboard 2 smart uf75 projector 3 included accessories 3 pen 3 remote control 4 optional accessories 4 your smart board 480i5 interactive whiteboard system combines the w...
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Smart board 480i5 interactive whiteboard system features your smart board 480i5 interactive whiteboard system consists of the smart board 480 interactive whiteboard and the smart uf75 projector system. When the smart uf75 projector displays an image from your computer on the touch-sensitive interact...
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Smart uf75 projector the smart uf75 projector system includes a short-throw projector for use with smart board 480 interactive whiteboards and a sturdy support system suitable for many different environments. The features of the projector system include: l wall-mounted, high-offset projector engine ...
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Remote control the remote control enables you to control the system and set up your smart uf75 projector. Use the remote control to access menu options, system information and input selection options. Optional accessories you can add a variety of optional accessories to best meet your specific needs...
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Installing your interactive whiteboard system choosing a location 6 choosing a height 6 routing the cables 7 installing smart software 8 securing the interactive whiteboard system 8 securing the projector to the boom 8 consult the included smart board 480i5 interactive whiteboard system installation...
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Choosing a location choose a location for your smart board 480i5 interactive whiteboard system that’s far from bright light sources, such as windows or strong overhead lighting. Bright light sources can cause distracting shadows on your interactive whiteboard and can reduce the contrast of the proje...
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Routing the cables when connecting cables from a smart uf75 projector to your computer, make sure that all cables pass along the top of the interactive whiteboard wall-mounting bracket and then down the side of the interactive whiteboard. I i m p o r t a n t if the cables overlap each other behind t...
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Installing smart software you must install smart software on the computer connected to your interactive whiteboard system to access all of its features. Download smart software from smarttech.Com/software . These pages list the minimum hardware requirements for each software version. If smart softwa...
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Using your interactive whiteboard system using your projector 9 using your remote control 9 installing the remote control battery 9 using the remote control buttons 11 adjusting projector settings 12 focusing the image 18 adjusting the image 19 smart uf75 projector connection diagram 19 using your i...
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W w a r n i n g l reduce the risk associated with a leaking battery in the projector’s remote control by following these practices: o use only the specified type of coin-cell battery. O orient the battery’s positive (+) and negative (–) terminals according to the markings on the remote control. O re...
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Using the remote control buttons the projector remote control enables you to access on-screen menus and change projector settings. Use the power button on the remote control to put the projector into standby mode or turn it on. You can also use the input button on the remote control to switch source...
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Adjusting projector settings the remote control’s menu button enables you to access the on-screen display to adjust the projector settings. I i m p o r t a n t keep your remote control in a safe place because you are unable to access projector menu options using any other means. Setting use notes im...
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Setting use notes saturation adjusts the projected image’s color saturation from 0 to 100. This setting applies to s-video and composite video inputs only. Sharpness adjusts the projected image’s sharpness from 0 to 31. This setting applies to s-video and composite video inputs only. Tint adjusts th...
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Setting use notes 3d invert left-right selects the 3d invert setting (l-r or r- l). L-r displays visual data for the left eye first. R-l displays visual data for the right eye first. Auto signal detect enables or disables signal searching of input connectors. Select on to have the projector continuo...
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Setting use notes aspect ratio adjusts the image output to fill screen, match input or 16:9. Fill screen produces an image that fills the entire screen with stretching and scaling. Match input matches the projector’s aspect ratio to the input’s aspect ratio. As a result, black bands might appear alo...
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Setting use notes network and vga out activates the vga out and network features. Status displays the current network status (connected, disconnected or off). Dhcp displays the status of the network’s dynamic host control protocol (dhcp) as on or off. On automatically assigns the dhcp server’s ip ad...
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Setting use notes language selects language preference. Projector menu support is available in english (default), brazilian portuguese, czech, danish, dutch, finnish, french, german, greek, iberian portuguese, italian, korean, japanese, norwegian, polish, russian, simplified chinese, spanish, swedis...
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Focusing the image to focus the projected image, use the focus lever located on the projector lens. G to focus and adjust the image move the focus lever up or down until the image is in focus. C h a p t e r 3 using your interactive whiteboard system 18.
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Adjusting the image refer to these notes when adjusting the projected image as described in the included smart board 480i5 interactive whiteboard systems installation guide ( smarttech.Com/kb/156695 ). L project a computer image set to the proper resolution while adjusting the image. If you don’t ha...
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No. Connector connect to: 1 power power supply 2 4-pin power mini-din 5v/2a output [not used] 3 7-pin mini-din [not used] 4 db9 rs-232f room control 5 db15f rgb video input (vga 1) primary computer (not included) 6 db15f rgb video input (vga 2) secondary computer (not included) 7 3.5 mm phone jack a...
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N n o t e s l to connect your smart board 480 interactive whiteboard, see the smart board 480i5 interactive whiteboard system installation guide ( smarttech.Com/kb/156695 ). L to connect accessories to your smart board interactive whiteboard, refer to the documents included with the accessories and ...
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Integrating other devices video format compatibility 23 native video format 23 video format compatibility 23 smart uf75 projector 24 hd and sd signal format compatibility 24 smart uf75 projector 25 video system signal compatibility 25 smart uf75 projector 25 connecting peripheral sources and outputs...
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Smart uf75 projector resolution mode aspect ratio refresh rate (hz) “match input” appearance 720 × 400 720×400_85 1.8:1 85.039 letterbox 640 × 480 vga 60 4:3 59.94 full screen 640 × 480 vga 72 4:3 72.809 full screen 640 × 480 vga 75 4:3 75 full screen 640 × 480 vga 85 4:3 85.008 full screen 800 × 60...
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Smart uf75 projector signal format aspect ratio horizontal frequency (khz) vertical frequency (hz) “match input” appearance 480i (dvd player) (640 × 480) 4:3 15.73 59.94 full screen 567i (dvd player) (720 × 576) 5:4 15.63 50 letterbox 720p 16:9 44.96 59.94 letterbox 720p 16:9 35 50 letterbox 1080i 1...
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N n o t e measure the distance between the projector and the peripheral device you want to connect. Make sure each cable is long enough, has plenty of slack and can be placed safely in your room without presenting a trip hazard. G to connect a peripheral source or output to your projector 1. Connect...
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Maintaining your interactive whiteboard system maintaining your interactive whiteboard 27 cleaning the projector 27 focusing and adjusting the projector image 28 replacing the projector lamp 29 removing and replacing the projector lamp module 29 resetting the lamp timer 33 this chapter includes meth...
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L before you clean the projector, press the power button twice on the remote control to put the system in standby mode, and then allow the lamp to cool for at least 30 minutes. L do not spray cleaners, solvents or compressed air directly on the projector. Do not use spray cleaners or solvents near a...
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Replacing the projector lamp this section provides detailed instructions for replacing the projector lamp. Removing and replacing the projector lamp module eventually the lamp module will dim, and a message will appear reminding you to replace the lamp. Make sure you have a replacement projector lam...
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L when replacing the projector lamp: o put the projector into standby mode and wait 30 minutes for the lamp to cool completely. O do not remove any screws other than those specified in the lamp replacement instructions. O wear protective eyewear while changing the lamp. Failure to do so can cause in...
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4. Remove the lamp cover from the projector, and then put it in a safe place. T t i p if the cover is difficult to remove, insert a flat screwdriver or small coin into the slot on the bottom of the lamp cover to gently pry the cover open. 5. Use a phillips screwdriver to loosen the two captive screw...
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G to put the new lamp module into the projector 1. Remove the new lamp module from its packaging. 2. Carefully place the lamp module into the projector using the handle on the top of the module. Hold the lamp module vertically and guide it into its slot. Gently press the power end of the lamp module...
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Resetting the lamp timer after you replace the lamp, you need to access the projector service menu and reset the lamp hour counter. To prevent accidental errors, only a system administrator should perform this procedure. N n o t e always reset the lamp hours after you replace the lamp because lamp s...
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Troubleshooting your interactive whiteboard system correcting image alignment issues 36 diagnosing issues using the interactive whiteboard system indicators and controls 36 interactive whiteboard indicators and controls 36 projector lights and status 36 projector error states 37 your projector doesn...
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Correcting image alignment issues alignment errors occur when the projected image isn’t perpendicular to the screen. Alignment errors can occur when you mount your interactive whiteboard system on an uneven surface or a wall that has obstructions, or if you swivel the projector too far from the vert...
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On page 46). Power light service light message solid amber off the projector is off but still receiving power (standby mode). Press the power button on the remote control to turn it on. Flashing green off the projector is in the powering (startup) power state. Wait for the projector to finish turnin...
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G to restart an unresponsive projector 1. Put the projector into standby mode, and then wait 15 minutes for it to cool down. 2. Disconnect the power cable from the power outlet, and then wait at least 60 seconds. 3. Connect the power cable, and then turn on the projector. The “projector overheated” ...
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The “color wheel failure” message appears if the “color wheel failure” message appears and the projector enters standby mode during use, the projector has a color wheel issue. G to resolve the “color wheel failure” error 1. Put the projector into standby mode, and then wait 15 minutes for it to cool...
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L the projector isn’t connected to the power source. L the projector has an internal problem. G to resolve the unlit projector power light issue 1. Check the power source, and then make sure that all cables are connected. 2. Confirm that the projector is connected to an active power outlet. 3. Make ...
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Resolving audio issues the projector doesn’t have integrated speakers, but you can connect an audio system to the audio output connector in the projector’s connection panel. If no sound is coming from your audio system, perform the following procedure. G to resolve audio issues 1. Ensure that the sp...
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Resolving image issues computers, peripherals, source inputs and their connection cables might not be correctly set up to transmit their signals to your smart board interactive whiteboard system. Refer to video format compatibility on page 23 and the following section to help resolve these issues. L...
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4. Ensure that the projector lamp is installed securely. 5. Confirm that your projector is turned on and that the projector status lights are illuminated. If the status lights display unusual behavior, see projector lights and status on page 36 to troubleshoot your system. Partial, scrolling or inco...
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I i m p o r t a n t write down your setting values before adjusting any of the settings in the following procedure. G to resolve your unstable or flickering image 1. Adjust the tracking setting in the on-screen display. See image adjustment menu on page 12. 2. Optionally, reset the projector as desc...
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From becoming misaligned: l make sure that the installation wall is plumb and square and doesn’t move or vibrate excessively. L make sure that there are no obstructions behind the projector’s wall mount bracket, and that the bracket is firmly secured to the wall according to the installation instruc...
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Retrieving your password if you forget the projector’s password, you can retrieve it by accessing the projector service menu directly from the projector or from the password settings menu on your projector’s web page (see password settings on page 53). G to retrieve your password from the service me...
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T t i p you can also access the projector’s serial number through the on-screen menu. For more information, see information menu on page 17. Transporting your interactive whiteboard system save your original smart board interactive whiteboard packaging so that it’s available if you need to transport...
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Remotely managing your interactive whiteboard system web page management 50 accessing web page management 50 home 50 control panel 50 network settings 52 e-mail alerts 53 password settings 53 connecting your room control system to the smart uf75 projector 54 pin configuration on the projector’s rs-2...
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Web page management you can access advanced setup features via the projector’s web page. This web page enables you to manage the projector from a remote location using any computer connected to your intranet. N n o t e to access the web page, your browser must support javascript™. Most commonly used...
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Submenu setting description power turns the projector on or puts it into standby mode. Select the power on or power off button. Volume mute turns the mute settings on or off. Select on to mute the projector’s sound and off to turn off mute. Volume control source a p p e n d i x a remotely managing y...
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Network settings this menu allows you to enable or disable dynamic host control protocol (dhcp) and set the network-related addresses and names. Submenu setting description dhcp turns the network’s dhcp on or off. L on automatically assigns the dhcp server’s ip address to the projector. L off enable...
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E-mail alerts this menu enables you to enter your preferred address for receiving e-mail alerts and adjust related settings. Submenu setting description e-mail alert select enable to turn on or disable to turn off the e-mail alert function. To defines the e-mail address of the e-mail alert recipient...
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Connecting your room control system to the smart uf75 projector by connecting a computer or room control system to the rs-232 serial interface of the smart uf75 projector, you can select video inputs, start up or shut down your interactive whiteboard system and request information such as projector ...
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N n o t e s l asynchronous mode is disabled by default in the projector. L all commands should be in ascii format. Terminate all commands with a carriage return. L all responses from the projector are terminated with a command prompt. Wait until you receive the command prompt indicating that the sys...
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Projector programming commands this section documents the projector programming commands. Projector powerstate controls smart uf75 projectors respond to commands only at certain power levels and times. There are five projector power states: l powering (startup) l on (operating) l cooling l confirm o...
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All absolute values you enter must be within the command target range, and all adjustment values must equal a number within the command target range. See the following example for adjusting projector brightness: >get brightness brightness=55 >set brightness=65 brightness=65 >set brightness+5 brightn...
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Powerstate controls these commands place the projector in and out of standby mode and request the projector’s current powerstate. The projector’s powerstate determines whether certain commands are available at that time. These settings are available even when the projector is in standby mode. Comman...
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The following table describes the source selection commands: command description get input returns the projector’s current input. Set input [field] returns the input to one of the selectable fields. The following table describes the source selection response fields: field description vga1 switches s...
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These commands control the appearance of your source. These settings are unavailable when the projector is in standby mode or when the source is disconnected. See value-based command methods on page 56 for setting absolute and adjustment commands. Command command target range response set displaymod...
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These commands control the appearance of your vga source. These settings are unavailable when the projector is in standby mode or when the vga source is disconnected. See value-based command methods on page 56 for setting absolute and adjustment commands. Command command target range response set fr...
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These commands inform you of the current audio output settings. Command response get volume volume=[current volume setting] get mute mute=[current mute setting] get volumecontrol volumecontrol=[current volume control setting] get cc cc=[current closed captioning language setting] these commands cont...
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These commands control your network settings. Command command target range response set dhcp [target] =on =off dhcp=[current] set ipaddr [target] =0.0.0.0 to =255.255.255.255 ipaddr=[current] set subnetmask [target] =0.0.0.0 to =255.255.255.255 subnetmask=[current] set gateway [target] =0.0.0.0 to =...
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These commands inform you of the current system settings. These commands are available even when the projector is in standby mode. Command response get lamphrs lamphrs=[current lamp hours of operation] get syshrs syshrs=[current projector hours of operation] get fwverddp fwverddp=[current projector ...
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These commands control the current system settings. These commands are unavailable when the projector is in standby mode. See value-based command methods on page 56 for setting absolute and adjustment commands. Command command target range response set autosignal [target] =on =off autosignal=[target...
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Command command target range response set language [target] =brazilian portuguese =czech =danish =dutch =english =finnish =french =german =greek =iberian portuguese =italian =korean =japanese =norwegian =polish =russian =simplified chinese =spanish =swedish =traditional chinese language=[target] set...
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These commands control the current system settings. These commands are available even when the projector is in standby mode. Command command target range response set restoredefaults [none] restoredefaults=done set lamphrs [target] =0 lamphrs=0 set vgaoutnetenable [target] =on =off vgaoutnetenable=[...
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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 regulations (weee directive) waste electrical and electronic...
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3 3.5 mm audio connectors 20 a accessories included 3 optional 4 aspect ratios 23-25 audio connections for 20 controlling volume of 51, 62 muting 11, 62 resolving issues with 41 b batteries 9, 69 blu-ray 25 c cameras 25 cautions ii chinese regulations 70 closed captioning 62 color wheel 39 composite...
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I image adjusting 19 correcting alignment issues with 36 focusing 18 resolving issues with 42 important information iii indicator lights 36 input selection 51, 58 inquiries 72 installation choosing a height 6 choosing a location 6 securing 8 interactive whiteboard about 2 indicators and controls of ...
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R rca jacks 20 refresh rates 23 registration 72 remote control about 4 installing the battery 9 using the buttons 11 rj45 connector 20 rohs directive 69 room control 49 rs-232 serial interface 20, 54 s s-video connections 20, 25, 59 sd signal compatibility 24 serial interface see rs-232 serial inter...
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