PolyVision THUNDER Pro User manual

Part number 370-0195-04
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THUNDER
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Real-Time Global Collaboration Solution
THUNDER Pro Hardware Installation Guide
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Table of Contents
Welcome . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
THUNDER Documentation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Getting Started . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
What Comes with the Core THUNDER Hardware. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Other Required Equipment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Unpacking the THUNDER System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
THUNDER System Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Installation Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Planning Your Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Routing Cables . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Prepare to Route Cables . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Route cables . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Installing the THUNDER Server . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Prepare to Mount the THUNDER Server. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Mounting the THUNDER Server . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Installing the Projectors, RoomWizard, USB Scanner, and Other Options . . . . . 24
Install the Projectors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Install the RoomWizard Appliance. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
Integrating RoomWizard and THUNDER . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
Install a USB Scanner. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
Install an External Video Source . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
Connect Audio Output . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
Using THUNDER with a Room Control System. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
Assembling the Easel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
Prepare to Install the Easel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
Install the Plasma Monitor. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
Installing the Rotating Plasma Mount . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
Connect Cables to the Plasma Monitor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
Mount the Plasma Monitor on the Easel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
Install the Touch-Screen Frame on the Plasma Monitor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
Connecting the Touch-Screen USB Cable . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
Cable Connections in the Easel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
Touch-Screen USB Cable Connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40
Power Connections in the Easel. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41
Cat-5 Cable Connections in the Easel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42
Cable Ties Within the Easel. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43
Route cables through the Easel Grommet . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45
Install the Wireless Keyboard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45
Replace the Easel Back . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47
Rotate the Plasma Monitor to Portrait Orientation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48
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Add Battery to the Stylus . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48
Connecting Cables to the THUNDER Server . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49
Prepare to Connect Cables . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49
Cable Connections in the THUNDER Server . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50
A/V Installer Handoff to System Manager . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53
Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54
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W
ELCOME
Welcome to THUNDER, the real-time global collaboration solution for
sharing data and information in any format with groups and teams in any
location. THUNDER is a network-enabled system that provides remote
conferencing, “war room” reuse, computer desktop sharing, emailed
notes, and interactive presentations.
THUNDER D OCUMENTATION
This manual provides instructions for installing the hardware components
of THUNDER Pro and is one of a set of documents that support THUNDER
A/V installers and IT system management. The A/V installer should use this
manual to start installing THUNDER Pro hardware, then provide the
THUNDER System Manager Guide to the local IT professional and
complete the installation together. All documentation is available on-line at:
www.polyvision.com/thunder.
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The best way to get a quick understanding of how THUNDER works
is to press the Help button on the easel toolbar.
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THUNDER Installation Quick Start : A one page quick reference for A/V
professionals who install THUNDER hardware and route cables.
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THUNDER Hardware Installation Guide (this guide) : provides
instructions for installing THUNDER hardware and routing cables.
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THUNDER System Manager Guide : Provides instructions for IT
professionals and facility managers who configure and manage
THUNDER systems.
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THUNDER User Guide : Provides instructions for using THUNDER.
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RoomWizard Installation Quick Reference : Provides instructions for
installing the RoomWizard appliance.
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RoomWizard System Manager Guide : Provides instructions for
configuring RoomWizard. (Available on-line at www.polyvision.com.)
Help
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ETTING
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THUNDER H
ARDWARE
The core THUNDER hardware consists of the THUNDER server, easel,
keyboard, and RoomWizard. Additional hardware is required to complete
the installation. The THUNDER server includes these components:
1 THUNDER server preloaded with THUNDER software
2 8-inch (203 mm) projector video output cable
3 Four DVI-to-VGA adapters
4 USB-to-Cat-5 converter
5 Breakout cable for NTSC or PAL video and audio input
6 Two rack mount handles
7 Server access key
8 Left and right rack mount ears
9 Eight fasteners for rack mount ears
10 Four fasteners and washers for rack mount handles
11 VGA-to-Cat-5 converter
12 RS232-to-Cat-5 converter
13 6-foot (1829 mm) power cable for THUNDER server
14 rack plate
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The THUNDER easel includes these components:
1 THUNDER easel
2 Plasma monitor
3 Touch-screen frame
4 Plasma monitor rotating mounting bracket with six screws
5 Cable bundle on bracket including power, USB, video, and serial
cables
6 Two replacement stylus tips
7 Stylus
8 Two AAA stylus batteries
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The THUNDER RoomWizard components include:
1 RoomWizard room-scheduling appliance
2 RoomWizard mounting bracket (refer to separate documentation for
installation instructions)
3 DC power extension cable
4 Power cable
5 AC power supply
6 Four mounting screws
7 Four self-drilling anchors
8 Two mounting screws
9 Two self-drilling anchors
10 Washer
11 Panel nut
12 Power supply mounting bracket
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THUNDER keyboard components include:
1 Mini-USB receiver
2 Wireless keyboard
3 Charging base with power cable
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OTHER REQUIRED EQUIPMENT
These items are also required, but not provided by PolyVision:
1Three to eight projectors between XGA (1024 x 768) and 1600 x 1200
resolution (additional video output card required when more than four
projectors are used)
2Rack for the THUNDER server and other THUNDER-related devices
324-port network switch
4In-wall wiring (not shown)
5Junction boxes, cover plates, etc. (not shown)
UNPACKING THE THUNDER SYSTEM
The plasma monitor provided with THUNDER arrives in its own box.
The other core THUNDER system components are packaged together and
shipped on a wooden palette with a wooden skirt to protect vulnerable
components.
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To unpack THUNDER:
1Remove boxes from the mail slot opening on one side of the carton.
2Remove the straps and lid.
3Remove the wooden skirt that encloses the lower third of the
THUNDER packing crate.
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4Release the clasps on two vertical edges of the cardboard.
5Remove individual component packages in three sections from the top
down.
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6Remove the easel.
Make sure that you remove all components before discarding the
packaging.
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THUNDER SYSTEM OVERVIEW
THUNDER integrates digital media and content into a meeting, creates
projected images that are shared among groups, and enables complete
creative flexibility. Following a meeting, content is seamlessly archived,
emailed to all participants, and ready at the touch of an icon for immediate
retrieval, whenever desired and from any location.
Primary
Thunder
Server
Secondary
Thunder Server
Secondary
Thunder Server
Primary
Thunder
Server
Secondary
Thunder Server
Secondary
Thunder Server
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THUNDER is a powerful system. The core components that Polyvision
supplies with every installation are the easel (including plasma monitor and
touch-screen adapter), the THUNDER server (including Windows XP as
well as THUNDER software), the wireless keyboard, and RoomWizard.
Other equipment is required for the THUNDER system. Your system must
include the projectors, rack, and 24-port network switch.
Options that maximize THUNDER’s usability include network connection,
scanner, room control system, audio processor, audio amplifier, amplified
speakers, and uninterruptible power supply (UPS), router, printer, large
format printer, plotter, video source, lighting control, and microphone.
24-Port Network Switch
Large
Format
Printer/Plotter
Thunder
Server
Network
Color
Laser
Printer
Projectors (up to 8)
Server/Component
Rack
Wireless
Keyboard
RoomWizard
Integrated
Services
Router
Uninterruptible
Power Supply
Room Controller
Audio Processor
Audio Amplifier
Lighting Control
Amplified
Ceiling Speakers
Scanner
Core Thunder System Required Equipment
Optional Equipment
Video
Sources
Network
VGA over Cat-5
VGA
RS 232 over Cat-5
Cat-5
USB
composite video
LAN Cat-5
audio
control
Ceiling
Microphones
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The THUNDER server collects and distributes information from all parts of
the system. The easel, scanner, projectors, UPS, room control system, and
24-port switch connect directly to the server. LAN connection also provides
system upgrades, backups, and for integration with RoomWizard.
RoomWizard
Appliance
24-Port
Network
Switch
projectors
(up to 8) Room
Controller
Uninterruptible
Power Supply
Server
Audio
Processor
Wireless
Keyboard
LAN
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INSTALLATION OVERVIEW
When you install the THUNDER system, proceed in the following sequence
of steps:
1Plan your installation thoroughly before you begin, especially the
location of the THUNDER server and how you will route cables within
the walls or ceiling. Refer to “Planning Your Installation”on page 18
2Mount the equipment in the rack. Refer to “Mounting the THUNDER
Server”on page 23. Install the 24-port network switch and optional
room controller, audio processor, audio amplifier, uninterruptible power
supply, amplified audio speakers, and other equipment.
3Install projectors and route VGA cables to the THUNDER server and
LAN cables to the 24-port network switch. Refer to “Install the
Projectors”on page 24.
24-Port
Network
Switch
RoomWizard
Appliance
VGA over Cat-5
VGA
RS 232 over Cat-5
Cat-5
USB
composite video
LAN Cat-5
audio
control
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4Install the RoomWizard room reservation system. Refer to “Install the
RoomWizard Appliance”on page 25.
5Install the USB scanner, if used. Connect it to the THUNDER server.
Refer to “Install a USB Scanner”on page 27.
6Attach the rotating bracket to the back of the plasma monitor. Refer to
“Installing the Rotating Plasma Mount”on page 31.
7Connect the power, video and serial cables to the plasma monitor.
Refer to “Installing the Rotating Plasma Mount”on page 31.
8Mount the plasma monitor to the easel and route internal cables. Refer
to “Mount the Plasma Monitor on the Easel”on page 34
9Attach the touch-screen frame to the plasma monitor. “Install the
Touch-Screen Frame on the Plasma Monitor”on page 36.
10 Connect cables in the easel. Refer to “Cable Connections in the Easel”
on page 39.
11 Install the wireless keyboard. Refer to “Install the Wireless Keyboard”
on page 45.
12 Connect cables to the THUNDER server. Refer to “Cable Connections
in the THUNDER Server”on page 50.
13 Get the local system manager involved. With the system manager,
boot THUNDER for the first time, configure THUNDER settings,
configure network settings, enter software keys, and test the system.
Refer to “A/V Installer Handoff to System Manager”on page 53 and to
the THUNDER System Manager Guide.
14 Sign off that the installation was completed successfully.
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PLANNING YOUR INSTALLATION
As you plan your installation, carefully consider the locations of
components. Cable routing to the THUNDER server is a critical
consideration and should be determined first. Plan the location of the
server anywhere within the meeting room or an adjacent room and
mounted to a wall or (better) in a rack. Locate the server:
•Within 6 feet (1829 mm) of a power outlet.
•Within 75 feet (22 meters) of the furthest projector
•Where cables can be routed through the walls and ceiling from other
components. Refer to “Routing Cables”on page 19.
•With easy access to both the front and back of the server when the
rack is open.
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