PolyVision Walk-and-Talk Operating instructions

Part number 370-0164-00
©2004 PolyVision Corporation
All rights reserved
Walk-and-Talk
™
Interactive Panel
Installation and Operation Guide
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Information in this document is subject to change without notice.
Reproduction in any manner without written permission of PolyVision
Corporation is forbidden.
PolyVision Corporation reserves the right to make changes in product
design, or detail, and to discontinue any product or material without
notice.
This product is covered by one or more of the following patents:
Canada 2,100,624; EPO 600,576; EPO 871,935; Germany
69,321,445; US 4,777,329; US 5,248,856; US 5,327,161; US
5,434,370; US 5,583,323; US 5,585,605; US 5,665,942; US
5,790,114; US 5,838,309 US 6,353,193; US 6,355,895; US
6,445,384; Other patents pending.
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Table of Contents 1
Walk-and-Talk
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Interactive Panel
Table of Contents
Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Options and Considerations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Installing the Interactive panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
What Comes in the Box . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Connecting Cables. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Preparing to Connect Cables . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Disassembling the Back Plate for Cable Access. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Connecting Cables . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Replacing the Back Plate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Extending Remote Control Reception . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Preparing the Interactive Panel for Use . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Adjusting the Tilt of the Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
The Interactive Panel Control Buttons. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Starting the Interactive Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Using the On-Screen Display (OSD) Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Prepare the Remote Control for Use. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Remote Control Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Add Batteries to the Remote . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Mount the Remote Control Holster. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Mount the Remote Control Receiver . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Preparing the Stylus for Use . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Adding and Replacing the Stylus Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Storing the Stylus . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Replacing the Stylus Tip. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
The Walk-and-Talk Software Driver . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Windows System Requirements. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Macintosh System Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Driver Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Operating your Interactive Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Register Your Walk-and-Talk Interactive panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Cleaning and Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
How to Obtain Replacement Parts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
Display Timing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
Technical Support . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
FCC Compliance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
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Walk-and-Talk
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Interactive Panel
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Overview 3
Walk-and-Talk
™
Interactive Panel
O
VERVIEW
Congratulations on your purchase of a PolyVision
®
Walk-and-Talk™
Interactive Panel, which provides a sleek and simple solution to interactivity
using your computer and a projector.
This manual describes how to install and use the Walk-and-Talk Interactive
Panel. For information about using the Walk-and-Talk driver on your
computer, refer to “Driver Installation” on page 19. An electronic (PDF)
version of the Walk-and-Talk User Guide is installed with the software driver
(or available for download at www.polyvision.com).
To view the user guide in Windows:
• Click “Start” in the lower left corner of your desktop, choose
“Programs,” then “PolyVision,” and then “Walk-and-Talk User Guide.”
To view the user guide on a Macintosh:
•
Navigate to the “Applications” folder on your start-up disk, and
double-click “Walk-and-Talk User Guide” in the Walk-and-Talk folder.
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4 Overview
Walk-and-Talk
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Interactive Panel
O
PTIONS AND
C
ONSIDERATIONS
The Walk-and-Talk Interactive Panel is a remote control-enabled interactive
system using your computer, a projector, and any size projection screen.
You can point, click, and annotate on anything that you can project. Press
Print on the remote control to send a digital snapshot to the default printer
connected to your computer. Press Save on the remote control to save the
digital snapshot as a file on your computer, just as a digital image from a
camera would be.
Walk-and-Talk enables you to operate your computer from the interactive
panel using the stylus, or to roam freely about the room and operate your
computer using the remote control touch pad and buttons. For details
about using the remote control buttons, refer to the on-line Walk-and-Talk
User Guide .
The interactive panel comes with its own 6-foot VGA-in cable and 15-foot
USB cable for connection to your computer. It also includes a 6-inch VGA-
out cable for quick connection to your projector’s video cable. Alternatively,
you can connect a projector’s video cable directly to the interactive panel.
The infrared remote control enables you move about the room and control
your computer from anywhere within a 40-foot radius of the remote control
receiver. The remote control receiver has a 6-foot USB cable that connects
to your computer’s second USB port. The receiver requires line-of-sight
access to the remote control.
You can fasten the receiver to the front of a podium, place it on a desktop,
or you can mount it to a wall or ceiling. For large auditoriums, you can add
additional remote control receivers or extend the receiver’s USB cable so
you can position the receiver in an optimum location for added mobility
while using the remote control. Refer to “Extending Remote Control
Reception” on page 9.
The battery-operated stylus has two functions: it enables you to control
your computer cursor so you can operate your computer from the
interactive panel, and you can use it to mark-up the projected computer
image, adding notes or highlighting information during your presentation.
Store the stylus either in the pen holder along side the interactive panel or
tuck it into the clip at the back of the panel. Refer to “Operating your
Interactive Panel” on page 22 for additional information.
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Interactive Panel
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NSTALLING THE
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NTERACTIVE PANEL
W HAT
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OMES IN THE
B
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1 interactive panel
2 remote control receiver with USB connector and two mounting screws
3 USB cable with PolyKey
4 VGA-in cable (6 feet long)
5 holster for remote control with one thumb screw
6 remote control (with two AA batteries)
7 two remote control lanyards: one wrist-sized, one neck-sized
8 VGA-out extension cable (6 inches long)
9 power cable with adapter
10 stylus (with one AAA battery)
11 replacement stylus tips
12 tool for stylus tip replacement
13 quick start installation guide
14 this manual
15 installation CD (for Windows 98 only)
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6 Installing the Interactive panel
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Interactive Panel
C
ONNECTING
C
ABLES
Preparing to Connect Cables
Locate and have ready to use:
•
Phillips screwdriver
•
power cable with adapter
•
USB cable with PolyKey
• remote control receiver
•
VGA-in cable to your computer
•
VGA-out cable to a projector (optional, not provided)
Assure that your computer has:
•
two USB ports
• one VGA port
Disassembling the Back Plate for Cable Access
To connect cables, first remove the back plate to gain access to the
interactive panel cable connectors.
To remove the back plate and expose the cable connections:
1 Using a #2 Phillips screwdriver, remove the two screws that hold the
rubber stops and back plate to the interactive panel.
2 Using a #2 Phillips screwdriver, remove the remaining two screws.
While the back plate is removed, you can connect cables as needed.
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Interactive Panel
Connecting Cables
To connect cables:
1 Ensure that your computer is powered off.
2 Connect the power cable to a power outlet and to the interactive
panel.
3 Connect the VGA cable between the VGA-in connector on the
interactive panel and your computer’s VGA output.
4 Connect the USB cable between the USB port of your computer and
the interactive panel.
note:NOTE:
The USB cable end that plugs into your computer has two connectors: a
PolyKey connector and a regular USB connector. Plug in the regular USB
connector to operate the interactive panel. Plug in the PolyKey to install the
Walk-and-Talk driver that you need on your computer to operate the
Interactive panel. Refer to “Driver Installation” on page 19.
5 To use the interactive panel with a projector, connect either a VGA
cable (not provided) or the VGA-out six-inch cable extension
(provided) to the VGA-out connector on the interactive panel.
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Interactive Panel
note:NOTE:
You must have two USB ports: one for the remote control receiver and one
for the USB connection to the interactive panel. You can use a USB hub if
your computer has only one.
6 Connect the remote control receiver to a USB port on your computer.
Refer to “Mount the Remote Control Receiver”on page 15 for
information about mounting the receiver for line-of-sight access to the
remote control.
Replacing the Back Plate
To replace the back plate:
1 Gather all cables except VGA-out and hold them together.
2 Guide the harness to exit through the slot in the back plate.
3 Screw the back plate to the interactive panel, replacing the rubber
stops in the upper screw holes as before.
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Interactive Panel
Extending Remote Control Reception
The remote control receiver requires line-of-sight access to the remote
control and includes a 6' USB cable for connection to your computer. The
remote control operates within 40' of the receiver. In very large
presentational halls and auditoriums, you may need additional remote
control receivers and/or USB extensions to provide added mobility while
using the remote control.
You can obtain additional remote control receivers from PolyVision. Refer to
“How to Obtain Replacement Parts”on page 25. Each receiver must be
connected to your computer. If you lack the required number of USB
connectors, you can add a USB hub, available at office supply stores.
You can also extend the remote control receiver USB cable. Without an
active extension, USB cables can be a maximum of 5 meters (15 feet) long.
Various active extensions are available that can extend the length of the
cable up to 1000 feet. USB extensions are available at electronics and
office supply stores.
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PREPARING THE INTERACTIVE PANEL FOR USE
ADJUSTING THE TILT OF THE PANEL
The Walk-and-Talk Interactive Panel adjusts to any position that is
comfortable. It can lay flat or tilt up to any position.
To tilt the panel:
1Place the interactive panel on a lectern, podium, or desktop.
2Lift and hold the release latch on the back of the panel.
3Raise or lower the panel to the desired tilt.
4Release the latch.
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Walk-and-Talk™Interactive Panel
THE INTERACTIVE PANEL CONTROL BUTTONS
The interactive panel control buttons are located in the upper left corner on
the front of the interactive panel.
Starting the Interactive Panel
To power on the interactive panel:
•press the Power button.
The power LED glows green when power is on and a video signal is
present. It glows yellow when in power-saving mode (no video signal).
When you first connect the interactive panel and a computer, it is a good
idea to synchronize the panel with your computer screen’s phase, clock,
and vertical and horizontal position.
To automatically adjust the interactive panel for use with your computer:
•press the Auto Image Adjust button.
A
uto Image Adjust Menu Power
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Using the On-Screen Display (OSD) Menu
The OSD menu enables you to adjust the following features of the
interactive panel’s LCD screen:
Brightness (screen brightness)
Contrast (screen contrast)
H-Position (horizontal position of the on-screen display)
V-Position (vertical position of the on-screen display)
S-Scaling (horizontal size of the display)
Auto Adjustment (position, timing, and phase of the screen)
Color Temperature (color setup submenu including these
options: 9300K, 6500K, User specified color temperature.)
Red Gain: (adjust the screen’s red color)
Green Gain (adjust the screen’s green color)
Blue Gain (adjust the screen’s blue color)
OSD V-Position (vertical position of the menu options)
OSD H-Position (horizontal position of the menu options)
OSD Time (elapsed time before menu automatically closes)
Sharpness (screen sharpness)
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To access the OSD menu options:
•Press the Menu button.
The OSD menu appears.
To adjust a feature:
1Press the Menu button to view the main menu.
2Press the Menu or Auto Image Adjust button to move forward or
backward until the menu option is highlighted.
3Press the + or - button to adjust the feature.
Recall (return to factory settings)
Phase (screen phase)
Language (menu language)
Tea Time (scheduled break reminder)
Exit (close menu)
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PREPARE THE REMOTE CONTROL FOR USE
The Walk-and-Talk Interactive Panel includes a remote control that enables
you to roam freely about the room while you operate your computer using
the remote control touch pad and buttons.
The infrared remote control is battery operated and functions in conjunction
with a remote control receiver that connects to your computer’s second
USB port. Always point the remote control directly at the remote control
receiver.
Remote Control Options
The remote control functions equally well in various locations.
•Place the remote control in the holster attached to the side of the
panel. The touch pad and buttons are easily accessible from the
holster.
•Carry the remote control with you using the wrist or neck lanyard
provided.
•Place the remote control near you on a desk or table top pointed
toward the remote control receiver.
Add Batteries to the Remote
The Walk-and-Talk infrared remote control uses two AA batteries
(provided).
To add batteries:
•Press down and pull back to release the battery compartment door.
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Mount the Remote Control Holster
The remote control fits in a holster attached to the left side of the interactive
panel.
To install the holster:
1Locate the thumbscrew for the holster bracket.
2Position the holster on the left edge of the panel, matching the hole in
the holster with the hole in the panel.
3Fasten the holster to the panel, using the thumbscrew provided.
Mount the Remote Control Receiver
Place the remote control receiver in a location where it has direct, line-of-
sight exposure to the infrared remote control. Refer to “Options and
Considerations”on page 4.
One option is to mount the remote control receiver by attaching the screws
provided to any appropriate surface and engaging them in the keyhole
slots on the bottom surface of the receiver. For example, you could mount
the receiver to a ceiling tile, to a lectern, or to a wall. The remote control
receiver USB cable is 6 feet long. Refer to “Extending Remote Control
Reception”on page 9 for information about adding remote control
receivers or extending the receiver’s USB cable.
To mount the remote control receiver:
1Install the two screws provided.
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2Match the keyhole slots on the back of the remote control receiver to
the screws and slide the receiver onto the screws. The receiver can
easily be removed and replaced once the screws are in place.
PREPARING THE STYLUS FOR USE
The interactive panel includes a stylus that enables you to operate your
computer from the interactive panel’s LCD screen. For information about
using the stylus, refer to “Operating your Interactive Panel”on page 22.
Adding and Replacing the Stylus Battery
The stylus requires one AAA battery (provided).
To add or replace the stylus battery:
•Twist to open the stylus.
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Storing the Stylus
The interactive panel provides two locations to store the stylus:
•along side the panel
•tucked into the back of the panel
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Replacing the Stylus Tip
The tip of the stylus can become worn with use. Two replacement tips are
provided along with a tool to help you remove the old stylus tip.
To remove the old stylus tip:
1Fit the stylus-tip replacement tool over the old stylus tip.
2Hold the tip replacement tool and pull the tip straight out of the stylus.
To add a replacement tip:
•Push the tip straight into the stylus until it snaps into place.
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