BenQ PointWrite User manual

PointWrite User Manual

Table of contents2
Ta b l e o f c o n t e n t s
Shipping contents................. 3
Prepare for setup................. 4
Environmental condition .........................4
Instructions for surface............................5
Camera Installation on
Projector ............................... 7
About PointWrite Pen ....... 8
Installing the batteries ..............................8
Replacing the pen tip................................8
Driver Installation................ 9
Driver installation complete.................10
Running the PointWrite ........................11
Start for interactive
function ................................12
Configuration setting..............................12
Alignment instructions...........................13
PointWrite Calibration..........................14
Calibration complete ........15
Specifications ......................16

Shipping contents 3
Shipping contents
The PointWrite is a built in Interactive Whiteboard on the projector. To use the
PointWrite correctly, please find the standard accessories below and follow the
instructions in this manual.
1. PointWrite: Interactive Whiteboard Sensor.
2. Installation CD: CD contains PointWrite driver, QWrite software and user manual.
3. Quick Start Guide: Short cut of how to use the PointWrite.
4. Two PointWrite Pens: PointWrite Pen is a pen type wireless mouse. Before using the
pen, insert the batteries into the pen.
5. Batteries: AAA size batteries.
6. Mini USB Cable: Connects the PointWrite to PC.
7. Extra Pen Tips
8. Wrist strip
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PointWrite Installation CD Quick manual
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Two PointWrite pens Two sets of batteries Mini USB cable
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Extra pen tips Wrist strip
Digital Projector
Quick Start Guide

Prepare for setup4
Prepare for setup
Environmental condition
For an BenQ projector with the scalable interactive functionality, transforming any flat
surface into a virtual interactive whiteboard.
For an optimal interactive writing quality, follow these guidelines:
1. Close window curtains.
2. Select a projection area away from direct sunlight to prevent writing interference.
3. Keep infrared devices, such as: infrared microphones, away from the front side of the
screen to prevent interference.
4. Remove accessories, such as: watches or necklaces, with a reflective surface to
prevent interference.
Touch area
Touch area Touch area

Prepare for setup 5
Instructions for surface
Optimal interactive quality will be dependent on the selected surface condition. It is
important to choose a flat and non-reflective surface to secure the writing performance.
Selecting a wall surface
• Select a wall that is straight and flat, avoid any protruding objects on it.
• Project on a smooth, semi-gloss painted surface to reduce glare from the projector, to
achieve optimal touch quality and to reduce wear on the pen nib.
Semi-gloss surface
Glossy surface
Glossy surface will increase the
external light intensity and
interference may happen.
Non-smooth surface
or with protruding object on the
surface.

Prepare for setup6
Selecting a board surface
Attach a dry-erase board to the wall if you’re projecting on a textured wall surface. A dry-
erase board is a flat surface that works well with your interactive projector and allows you
to write smoothly in digital ink.
Instructions for a board surface
Consider the following factors when selecting a board to project to optimized the
interactive quality.
• The board surface require to be semi-glossy or matt.
• The board with glossy and reflected surface is not recommended, the surface will
increase the external light intensity and unexpected interference may happen.
Caution: For a existing glossy board, it is recommend to use the projection film to
coverage the existing surface to get a better interactive quality.
Comparison of the board surface
Surface Board material Performance
Semi glossy/Matt
Dry erase board
Best!
The surface will eliminate
reflection intensity.
Glossy
•General whiteboard
•With Galvanized steel
•With Ceramic steel panel
Risk!
Interference may happen
during writing.

Camera Installation on Projector 7
Camera Installation on Projector
The PointWrite camera is available for BenQ selected projector.
Make sure the PointWrite camera is installed properly before you active interactive
function.
Use the USB cable1to connect the projector to PC. Plug the USB mini-B end into the
projector and plug the USB type-A end into PC.
1. A USB cable of 5 meters is provided. Use a USB repeater cable If you need to extend
the length.

About PointWrite Pen8
About PointWrite Pen
The PointWrite Pen provides the following 4 actions:
Click: Touch an icon or a menu on the screen.
Double Click: Touch an icon or a menu on the screen two times.
Right Button Click: Touch an icon or menu for at least 1.5 seconds.
Drag: Touch and drag an object on the screen.
Installing the batteries
Caution: When inserting the batteries into the PointWrite Pen, make sure the battery
polarities are correct.
Replacing the pen tip
1. Removing the pen tip
Hold the pen tip with your fingers. Shake and pull the pen tip out of the pen.
2. Inserting the pen tip
Push the pen tip gently, but not abruptly.

Driver Installation 9
Driver Installation
Use the PointWrite driver in CD to enable the interactive function with PointWrite Pen.
Disconnect the USB cable from
PC when installing.

Driver Installation10
Driver installation complete
• The PointWrite icon will be created on the desktop.
• The installation folder will be created on C: directory.
• When running the PointWrite2, the PointWrite icon appears on the system tray area.
• Click on the PointWrite icon on system tray area and a popup menu will appear.
2. When using the PointWrite for the first time, the configuration window will appear on
the desktop to help you configure the PointWrite.