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
Attaching the
PointWrite to the
projector ....................... 4
Connecting the
PointWrite to PC......... 5
Pen action ..................... 5
Exchanging the pen tip .............................5
Driver Installation........ 6
Configuration setting... 8
The PointWrite configuration................8
Alignment View .........................................9
PointWrite Calibration..........................10
Running the
PointWrite.................. 12
Specifications.............. 13

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. Mini USB Cable: Connects the PointWrite to PC.
6. Batteries: AAA size batteries.
7. Extra Pen Tip: 5 extra pen tips.
8. Screws: One extra screw is in reserve.
9. Wrist strip
Caution: When inserting the batteries into the PointWrite Pen, make sure the battery
polarities are correct.
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Digital Projector
Quick Start Guide

Attaching the PointWrite to the projector4
Attaching the PointWrite to the projector
Attach the PointWrite to the projector as illustrated and tighten the screw to secure the
PointWrite.
1. Attach the PointWrite to the projector as illustrated.
2. Tighten the screw to secure the PointWrite.

Connecting the PointWrite to PC 5
Connecting the PointWrite to PC
Use the USB cable1to connect the PointWrite to PC. Plug the USB mini-B end into the
PointWrite and plug the USB type-A end into PC.
Pen action
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.
Exchanging 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.
1. A USB cable of 5 meters is provided. Use a USB repeater cable If you need to extend
the length.

Driver Installation6
Driver Installation
Insert the PointWrite CD into your CD/DVD-ROM driver. The Installation assistant will
run automatically. Follow the instructions on the screen. If the assistant does not run
automatically, double click on the “setup.exe” under CD/DVD-ROM directory and the
Installation assistant will display.
1. Click Install PointWrite in the installation assistant.
2. Select a language and click “OK”.
3. The installation dialog box will appear. Click next. During the installation process, it is
recommended to close other applications.

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4. Click Install, the installation begins.
5. The installation ends and a dialog box will appear. Click “Finish.
After the installation is finished,
• 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.

Configuration setting8
Configuration setting
The PointWrite configuration
To use the PointWrite, the proper setting of the PointWrite configuration is needed. The
Configuration setting window will help you to set up PointWrite correctly.
1. PointWrite configuration: Adjust the setting according to your projector.
2. PointWrite Language: The default language is the same as the language for your
operating system. If you want to change the language, click on and
then language list will display. After selecting your preferred language, quit the
PointWrite and start the PointWrite again.
3. PointWrite Option:
•Start Program Registration: Click this item if you want the PointWrite to
run automatically when Windows starts.
•Ceiling Mount Mode: Click this item if you mount the projector on the
ceiling. When the projector is placed on the table, do not click this item.
•Rear Screen Mode: If the projector is installed on the rear screen system,
click this item.
4. Select Update Server: Please visit local BenQ Website for more support.
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Configuration setting 9
Alignment View
The PointWrite Alignment function is to set the orientation of the PointWrite to the
screen.
Alignment View: When clicking on the “Alignment View”, the screen image is displayed
on the alignment view box (central black box).
If the screen image is not in the center, the calibration will fail. Please make sure the
PointWrite module is attached to the projector properly.

Configuration setting10
PointWrite Calibration
PointWrite provides two kinds of calibration methods: auto calibration and manual
calibration.
Auto calibration3: click on and the calibration process will run automatically.
When you choose this method, white image is shown on the screen and the pattern image
is displayed.
3. In rare circumstances, auto calibration may fail or accuracy may be low. In this case,
please execute the manual calibration.

Configuration setting 11
Manual calibration:
Click on and the calibration window will be projected on the screen.
Use the PointWrite pen to click on the center of calibration cursor immediately
after it appears. Then the next cursor will display. Repeat this process until the last
calibration cursor disappears.

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PointWrite pull-up menu
Running the PointWrite
After you double click on the PointWrite icon on the desktop, the PointWrite will
initiate and the PointWrite icon will be created on the system tray area.
Right click on the PointWrite icon on the system tray area and a pull-up menu appears.
1. Configuration: Choose this when you want to change the installation position of
the projector. To change the language, click on this menu and follow the steps on
page 8.
2. Alignment View: See "Alignment View" on page 9 for details.
3. Auto Calibration: If the accuracy is not enough when using the PointWrite,
execute the auto calibration again.
4. Manual Calibration: If the accuracy is not enough when using the PointWrite or
the auto calibration fails, execute the manual calibration.
5. Virtual Keyboard: If keyboard input is needed, click on the “Virtual Keyboard” and
then keyboard will appear on the screen.
6. Run QWrite: Choose this when you want to run the “QWrite”.
7. About PointWrite: This menu provides the PointWrite version information. Click
this menu, and then version information window will appear.
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PointWrite Version Information

Specications 13
Specifications
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Multiple Operation 2 Units
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Max USB Cable Length 15 m (5 m USB cable + Repeater)
OS Supported Windows: WinXP, Vista, 7, 8
Mac: Snow Leopard or later
Storage Temperature -20°C ~ 60°C
Operating Temperature 5°C ~ 40°C
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