HitachiSoft StarBoard FX-77GII User manual

StarBoard FX-77GII
User’s Guide
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Read this User's Guide and carefully retain it for future reference.
Before using this product, carefully read and fully understand the safety instructions. Store
this User's Guide nearby for ease of reference.
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Notices
Reproduction or reprinting, without permission, of this manual or any part thereof is prohibited.
The contents of this manual are subject to change without prior notice.
Every effort has been made to ensure that this manual is complete and correct. However, should
any questionable points, mistakes, etc., come to your attention, please inform the vendor.
Please be advised in advance that this company will assume no responsibility for losses, etc.,
resulting from the operation of this product, regardless of the preceding clauses.
Disclaimers
Hitachi Software Engineering Co., Ltd. assumes no liability and makes no warranty, either
express or implicit, regarding the contents of this user’s guide.
Also, the company makes no warranty as to the product’s suitability, merchantability or fitness
for a particular intended use.
All products of Hitachi Software Engineering Co., Ltd., described in this user’s guide are
presently for sale or are site-licensed.
Users who purchased the aforesaid product(s) will bear the costs of all required services, repairs,
and damages resulting from defects in this product, and will bear the costs of direct or indirect
damages (including the loss of profits or required information) that resulted from the product
defects.
Moreover, Hitachi Software Engineering Co., Ltd., retains the right to revise this user’s guide
and to modify the contents thereof, without any obligation to notify anyone.

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Product Assurance Provisions
This product is limited to use in the country where the user bought this product.
For warranty details, refer to Appendix E at the end of this user's guide.
This first edition of the User's Guide (FXG2- ML100701) is for the following products:
AH00239: StarBoard FX-77GII
AH00242: Height adjustment stay
K-W033-021: Floor Stand
The StarBoard FX-77GII incorporate eBeam technology licensed from Luidia, Inc. eBeam is a
trademark of Luidia Inc.
Windows 2000, Windows XP are trademarks of Microsoft Corporation (U.S.) and in other
countries.
Mac and Mac OS are trademarks of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries.
Other trademarks and product names are trademarks and/or registered trademarks of their
respective holders.
Manual Creation Dates
July 2010, First Edition FXG2- ML100701
All Rights Reserved. Copyright © 2010, Hitachi Software Engineering Co., Ltd.

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Markings and Symbols
Various markings and symbols are used in this user’s guide and on this product, to ensure
the safe and correct use of this product and to prevent personal injury and property damage.
These symbols and their meanings are as explained below. Understand the information well
before reading the body of the user’s guide.
This is a Safety Warning symbol. This symbol will appear to raise
the attention of the user to existing risks that may cause harm to
people. To avoid any chances of injuries or possibly death,
DO NOT IGNORE the safety instructions that follow this symbol.
WARNING
This warning will appear where there exists a risk of death or fatal injuries.
CAUTION
This warning will appear where there exists a risk of moderate or light injuries.
NOTICE
This warning will appear where there exists a risk of damage to property.
This symbol draws attention to cautions (including warnings).
This symbol indicates something prohibited.
This symbol indicates something that must be done.

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(1) Precautions Regarding Operation
CAUTION
Do not make modifications.
Do not make any adjustments, repairs, or modifications not given in
this User's Guide as doing so may lead to personal injury or damage
to the product.
Do not open or remove the rear cover, cabinet, or cover to this
product.
Failure to comply may lead to personal injury or damage to the
product. Refer internal inspections, adjustments, and repairs to your
dealer or support center.
Do not place objects on top of this product.
If a foreign object falls on top of or inside this product, it may lead to
personal injury or damage to the product.
NOTICE
Do not use a USB cable other than the one supplied.
Use of a USB cable other than the one supplied may result in
malfunction.
Do not place heavy objects on, pull on, or subject the USB cable to
excess heat.
Failure to comply may result damage to the USB cable.
Always grasp the plug of the USB cable when connecting or
disconnecting.
Pulling on the USB cable may result in scratching or damage to the
cable.
Always lock the casters with stoppers on the front side after
installing this product.
Failure to lock the casters may allow the product to move or slide.
Safety Precautions Alwa
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(2) Dealing with Trouble
NOTICE
What to do in case of emission of smoke, strange odor, or strange
noise
If an abnormal condition such as emission of smoke, strange odor, or
strange noise happens to occur for some reason, immediately
disconnect the product's USB cable from the PC.
Confirm that the smoke or strange odor is no longer being emitted and
contact a support center to request repairs.
Continued operation without repair may result in fire.
What to do if the product breaks or the USB cable is damaged
If this product breaks or the USB cable becomes damaged for some
reason, immediately disconnect the USB cable from the PC and
contact a support center.
Continued operation without repair may result in emission of a
strange odor or smoke.
(3) Precautions Regarding Handling
WARNINGS
Do not hang from or climb on this product.
Failure to comply may result in personal injury if the product falls,
collapses, or breaks into pieces. Be particularly careful in the case of
small children.
Do not touch this product if you hear thunder.
Failure to comply may result in electric shock.
CAUTIONS
Do not use batteries other than those specified.
Failure to comply may result in fire, personal injury, and/or soiling of
the surrounding area due to batteries bursting or leaking fluid.
Do not splash with water or chemical compounds.
Do not place this product in a location subject to contact with water
droplets or place any containers containing water or other chemical
compounds on top of or nearby this product.
Failure to comply may result in damage or fire if water or chemical
compounds get inside this product.

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NOTICE
Disconnect the USB cable during extended periods of non-use.
For safety reasons, disconnect the USB cable if the product is not
going to be used for an extended period of time. Failure to comply
may result in fire.
Handle the connection cable properly.
Improper handling of the connection cable such as jamming it against
a wall, undue bending, pulling, or twisting may result in overheating
or damage due to exposure of the conductive core, electrical short, or
severing of the cable.
(4) Precautions Regarding Moving the Product
CAUTIONS
Always use two or more people to move this product.
This product is a very large and heavy precision instrument. Always
use two or more people and take great care when moving this product.
Result in the personal injury or breakdown if the product falls over.
NOTICE
Always disconnect the USB cable from the PC when moving this
product.
Failure to comply may result in damage to the USB cable and/or the
product itself.
Do not subject to shock of impact.
This product is a precision instrument. Excessive shock of impact may
hinder further operation.
Take extreme care when moving this product.

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(5) Precautions Regarding Setup Environment
WARNINGS
Wall mounting work should be performed by a construction
specialist.
Improper work may result in death or personal injury due to the
product falling during operation. Always use the specified mounting
unit.
Improper assembly may cause the product to fall over.
There is risk of personal injury if the product falls over.
Completely tighten the screws of all individual parts.
Do not place in a location with flammable or corrosive gas.
Placing this product in a location where there is flammable or
corrosive gas may result in fire or damage to this product.
There is a particular danger of explosion in the case of flammable gas.
Do not place in a location with flammable or corrosive gas.
CAUTIONS
Do not touch internally mounted parts.
Directly toughing internally mounted parts inside this product may
result in personal injury or damage to this product.
NOTICE
Do not place in locations subject to excess moisture, dust, smoke, or
steam.
Placement in a location such as next to a kitchen or a humidifier may
result in fire or damage to this product.
Do not use this product near water.
If water somehow gets inside this product, immediately disconnect the
USB cable and contact a support center.
Continued use may result in fire or damage to this product.

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NOTICE
Regarding the setup environment
Set up this product on a level floor surface with a weight bearing
capacity of 150 kg/m2or more, and which is made of floor
materials that will not deform or become depressed due to
movement by casters.
Do not use this product in locations subject to high temperature or
high humidity.
This product's usage environment conditions:
Temperature: 16°C – 35°C
Humidity: 20%RH – 80%RH (no condensation)
Do not set up in locations subject to vibration and/or shock of
impact.
Vibration and/or shock of impact may harm internal components of
this product, resulting in damage to it. Do not set up this product in a
location subject to vibration or shock of impact.
Do not set up this product near a high-voltage line or power source.
If this product is set up near high-voltage lines or power sources, it
might receive interference.
Do not set up in a location subject to direct sunlight or near a
heater.
Failure to comply may result in deformation of or damage to this
product.
(6) Precautions Regarding Disposal
NOTICE
At time of disposal, handle this product as industrial waste
according to all applicable laws and regulations.
When disposing of this product, the user should follow all laws
and regulations of the locality in which it is being used.

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Careful thought was given to the cautions on this device and in this user’s guide. However,
unanticipated circumstances might occur. When operating this product, users themselves must
exercise caution as well as follow instructions.
Caution Details Page(s)
Fasten the screws tightly.
Otherwise, the stand might fall and cause injury or the impact of the falling
board might cause damage.
P.1-9
This work should be performed by at least two people.
The board might fall and cause injury or its impact might cause damage.
P.1-8
P.1-10
P.1-11
Fasten the screws tightly.
The board might fall and cause injury or its impact might cause damage. P.1-10
Fully tighten the triangle head screw.
The board might fall and cause injury or its impact might cause damage.
P.1-10
P.1-11
Before installation, take the wall material into consideration.
If it is installed by using a method inappropriate for the wall material, the
board might fall.
Also, installation might be impossible, depending on the wall selected. For
details, consult your dealer.
P.1-7
Before installation, take the wall strength into consideration.
Before using the StarBoard, make sure that it has been fastened securely so
that it will not fall. Furthermore, when installing the wall attachment rail,
be sure that the rail is strong enough to support a weight of more than 40kg.
If not, the product may fall from the wall.
P.1-7
Be sure to install batteries correctly.
Do not install batteries with positive and negative terminals reversed, or use
batteries other than the type specified. It will cause pen malfunctions and
excess heat, or burns to the hand.
P.2-1
Be sure to provide insulation during disposal.
Be sure to insulate the positive and negative terminals of the battery using
cellophane tape, or similar material when disposing of batteries. Disposing
of batteries without insulating them may lead to overheating, bursting, or
ignition due to shorting, resulting in personal injury or fire. Furthermore, be
sure to follow all local rules and regulations regarding proper battery
disposal. If within the EU, be sure to follow Batteries Directive.[Batteries
directive (2006/66/EC)]
P.2-1
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Contents
Notices........................................................................................................................................ 1
Disclaimers...............................................................................................................................1
Product Assurance Provisions.......................................................................................... 2
1. Introduction................................................................................................................. 1-11
1.1 Preparations ................................................................................... 1-11
1.1.1 Product Outline..................................................................................... 1-11
1.1.2 Features .............................................................................................. 1-11
1.2 Parts Check...................................................................................... 1-2
1.2.1 StarBoard ..............................................................................................1-2
1.2.2 Stand(Optional unit, use with 1.2.3 Height adjustment stay)..............................1-3
1.2.3 Height adjustment stay(Optional unit, use with 1.2.2 Stand)..............................1-4
1.3 Role of Each Part .............................................................................. 1-5
1.3.1 StarBoard ..............................................................................................1-5
1.3.2 Function Area.........................................................................................1-6
1.3.3 Electronic Pen ........................................................................................1-6
1.4 Assembly and Setup........................................................................... 1-7
1.4.1 Wall-Mounting Setup Method ....................................................................1-7
1.4.2 Stand Setup Method.................................................................................1-9
1.4.3 How to Connect When Using Projection Mode ............................................ 1-12
2. Usage ................................................................................................................................ 2-1
2.1 Basic Usage ..................................................................................... 2-1
2.1.1 Preparation ............................................................................................2-1
2.1.2 How to Use Electronic Pen........................................................................2-2
2.1.3 Basic operation of Electronic Pen................................................................2-3
2.1.4 Electronic Pen Setting ..............................................................................2-3
2.1.5 Replacing Electronic Pen Tip .....................................................................2-4
2.2 How to Use StarBoard in Projection Mode.............................................. 2-5
2.2.1 Start Method(Windows version)......................................................... 2-5
2.2.2 Start Method(Mac version) ............................................................... 2-6
3. Appendix......................................................................................................................... 3-1
A. Troubleshooting................................................................................ 3-1
B. System Specifications ........................................................................ 3-4
C. Maintenance of your StarBoard .......................................................... 3-5
D. Replaceable Parts ............................................................................. 3-5
E. Provisions of Product Warranty .......................................................... 3-6

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1. Introduction
1.1 Preparations
This chapter describes the preparations to be made before using StarBoard.
First-time users of StarBoard should read through this chapter.
1.1.1 Product Outline
The StarBoard FX-77GII Series is an extremely convenient and easy-to-use electronic
whiteboard. After setting up the provided software on a PC that is connected to a projector,
you can use Electronic pen that is included with the product to operate the PC or import to
the PC in real time characters or images that are drawn on the whiteboard.
1.1.2 Features
- You can use Electronic pen to operate the PC
You can use Electronic pen to operate a PC screen that is projected onto the board with a
projector.
- You can write directly onto the PC screen
After installing the provided StarBoard Software onto a PC, you can use Electronic pen
to write characters or images directly onto the PC screen. The input characters or drawn
images are imported as digital data in real time into the PC, where they can be saved or
printed.
- Available immediately after starting the PC (For Windows)
After the provided StarBoard Software is installed onto the PC, StarBoard can be used as
soon as the PC is started.
- Compatible with PowerPoint presentations
Characters or images can be written into presentations created with Microsoft
PowerPoint, which significantly improves the expressive power of the presentations.
- You can also write on video images (For Windows)
Characters or images can be written onto captured video image displays. This makes
it easy to use video materials in lessons or presentations.

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1.2 Parts Check
After unpacking, make sure that all of the following parts are present.
1.2.1 StarBoard
(1) Parts
No. Name Qty.
(1) Board 1
(2) Wall attachment rail 1
(3) Sponge mat 2
(4) Electronic pen 1
(5) Tip of Electronic pen 2
(6) AA alkaline Battery 2
(7) StarBoard Software x.x (DVD-ROM) (*1) 1
(8) StarBoard FX-77GII Startup Guide 1
(9) StarBoard Software Startup Guide 1
(10) Warranty Sheet 1
(∗1) The term “x.x.” as used in this manual denotes the same version as the software
which is included with the accessories.
(1) (2)
(3) (4) (5) (6) (7)
(8) (9) (10)

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1.2.2 Stand(Optional unit, use with 1.2.3 Height adjustment stay)
(1) Parts
No. Name Qty.
(1) Stand vertical support 2
(2) Stand crossbar 2
(3) Stand foot with casters 2
(4) Board receiving bracket (left-hand version) 1
(5) Board receiving bracket (right-hand version) 1
(6) Board fixing bracket 2
(7) Hex socket head cap screw, with collar 8
(8) Hex socket head cap screw 4
(9) Panhead screw 8
(10) Triangular knob screw 2
(1) (2) (3) (4) (5)
(6) (7) (8)
(9) (10)
(2) Accessories
No. Name Qty.
(1) Allen wrench 1
(2) Allen wrench holder 1
(2) is used to prevent the loss of the Allen wrench. Hang
it in the appropriate place on the stand.
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1.2.3 Height adjustment stay(Optional unit, use with 1.2.2 Stand)
(1) Parts
No. Name Qty.
(1) Height adjustment stay 2
(2) Screw 28
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1.3 Role of Each Part
1.3.1 StarBoard
(1) Digitiser
Text or picture information written with the
electronic pen is received, and that data is
transferred to the PC. The internal LED lights.
(2) Function Area
Buttons that shortcut the functions used
frequently in applications are located here.
Please refer to the next page for details.
(3) Pen Input Active Area
Annotations and graphics drawn in this area are
stored into the PC. When using the StarBoard in
the Projection Mode, confine to this area the
images projected by the projector.
(4) USB Cable
Used to connect with the PC.
(5) Casters(Parts of stand)
After setting up the StarBoard, lock the
casters. Lift up the tab to unlock a caster,
and press down the tab to lock it.
Locked Unlocked
(6) Pen Holder
(1)
(2)
(3)
(5)
(6)
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1.3.2 Function Area
Function panel includes the function button of StarBoard Software which used very often as
shortcuts. Click the center of the function button and use it. Function button can be
customized on Windows by StarBoard Software setting, but cannot be customized on Mac
OS. Please refer to the online help for details.
Symbol Description Symbol Description
Show/Hide the StarBoard
Software toolbar.
Insert and show a blank page.
Show previous page. Show next page.
Show/Hide Topic List. Switch to PC Operation.
Select Pen. Select Highlighter.
1.3.3 Electronic Pen
(1) Battery cover
When replacing the battery, open the lid
and replace the battery.
(2) Side buttons
Please see page 2-3.

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1.4 Assembly and Setup
When setting up the StarBoard, keep the following in mind:
• Select a level and stable position.
• Do not set it up near equipment that might generate electromagnetic waves and radio
frequencies (e.g. radio transmitter, television, copying machine, air conditioner).
• Avoid locations that are dusty, that are subject to extremely high or low temperature or
humidity or that are exposed to direct sunlight.
1.4.1 Wall-Mounting Setup Method
(1) Installing the Wall Attachment Rail.
Decide the installation height of the board, and then install the wall attachment rail as
shown in the diagram below.
CAUTION
Before installation, take the wall material into consideration.
If it is installed by using a method inappropriate for the wall material, the board
might fall.
Also, installation might be impossible, depending on the wall selected. For details,
consult your dealer.
Before installation, take the wall strength into consideration.
Before using the StarBoard, make sure that it has been fastened securely so that it
will not fall. Furthermore, when installing the wall attachment rail, be sure that
the rail is strong enough to support a weight of more than 40kg. If not, the product
may fall from the wall.
Wall surface
Fix to the wall using the screws etc.
Fix to the wall using the
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(2) Board Installation
Affix sponge mat to the two locations at the bottom of the reverse side of the board.
Hook the board bracket on the reverse side of the board onto the wall attachment rail, and lower
it onto the hole section. Next, affix the sponge mat onto the wall and fix it in place.
CAUTION
This work should be performed by at least two people.
The board might fall and cause injury or its impact might cause damage.
Sponge mat
Wall
Board bracket
Wall attachment rail
Affix the sponge
mat onto the wall.
Lower the board bracket
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1.4.2 Stand Setup Method
Reconfirm that all parts are present before assembling and setting up the stand.
(1) Stand Assembly
Assemble the stand according to the following diagram. Numbers in the diagram
correspond to numbers in the parts list on page 1-3.
CAUTION
Fasten the screws tightly.
Otherwise, the stand might fall and cause injury or the impact of the falling board
might cause damage.
Long Short
Align both feet with the
longer side facing forward
Fasten with an
Allen wrench.
(3)
(7)
(1)
(9)
(4)
(5)
(2)
Fasten with a
Phillips screwdriver.
(9)
(6)
(8)
(7)