SMART Board SB685ix2 User manual

SMARTBoard® 685ix2
Interactive whiteboard systems
Configuration and user’s guide
For model SB685ix2

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Important information
Before you install and use your SMARTBoard®685ix2 interactive whiteboard system, read and
understand the safety warnings and precautions in this user’s guide and the included important
information document. These safety warnings and precautions describe the safe and correct
operation of your interactive whiteboard system and its accessories, helping you to prevent injuries
and equipment damage. Ensure that your interactive whiteboard system is always being used
correctly.
In this document, “interactive whiteboard system” refers to the following:
lSMARTBoard 600 series interactive whiteboard
lSMARTUX80 projector
lAccessories and optional equipment
The projector included with your system is designed to work only with certain SMARTBoard
interactive whiteboard models. Contact your authorized SMART reseller (smarttech.com/where) for
more information.
Safety warnings, cautions and important
information
Installation
WARNING
lFailure to follow the installation instructions shipped with your SMART product could result in
personal injury and damage to the product.
lTo reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose the SMART product to rain or
moisture.

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lTwo people are required to mount your SMART product because it may be too heavy for one
person to safely maneuver.
When you lift your interactive whiteboard, you and your assistant should stand on either side
of the screen, supporting its weight at the bottom while balancing the top with your other
hands.
lWhen mounting the projector boom on a framed or hollow wall, attach the mounting bracket to
a stud to safely support the projector’s weight. If you use only drywall anchors, the drywall can
fail, resulting in possible personal injury, and damage to the product which may not be covered
by your warranty.
lDo not leave cables on the floor where they can be a tripping hazard. If you must run a cable
over the floor, lay it in a flat, straight line and secure it to the floor with tape or a cable
management strip of a contrasting color. Handle cables carefully and avoid excessive
bending.
C A U T I O N
lDo not operate this unit immediately after moving it from a cold location to a warm location.
When the unit is exposed to such a change in temperature, moisture can condense on the lens
and crucial internal parts. Allow the system to stabilize to room temperature before operation
to prevent possible damage to the unit.
lDo not place the unit in hot locations, such as near heating equipment. Doing so could cause a
malfunction and shorten the life of the projector.
lAvoid setting up and using the SMART product in an area with excessive levels of dust,
humidity and smoke.
lDo not place your SMART product in direct sunlight or near any appliance that generates a
strong magnetic field.
lIf you need to lean the interactive whiteboard against a wall before you mount it, make sure it
remains in an upright position, resting on the pen tray brackets, which can sustain the weight
of the interactive whiteboard.
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lYou must connect the USB cable that came with your SMARTBoard interactive whiteboard to
a computer that has a USB compliant interface and that bears the USB logo. In addition, the
USB source computer must be compliant with CSA/UL/EN 60950 and bear the CE mark and
CSA and/or UL Mark(s) for CSA/UL 60950. This is for operating safety and to avoid damage to
the SMARTBoard interactive whiteboard.
I M P O R T A N T
lThe SMARTBoard 685ix2 interactive whiteboard system textless installation guide is also
available online (smarttech.com/kb/170472).
lMake sure an electrical socket is near your SMART product and remains easily accessible
during use.
lUsing your SMART product near a TV or radio could cause interference to the images or
sound. If this happens, move the TV or radio away from the projector.
Operation
WARNING
lIf you are using an external audio system, use only the power supply included with that
product. Using the wrong power supply might create a safety hazard or damage the
equipment. If in doubt, refer to the specification sheet for your product to verify the power
supply type.
lDo not climb (or allow children to climb) on a wall- or stand-mounted SMARTBoard interactive
whiteboard.
Do not climb on, hang from or suspend objects from the projector boom.
Climbing on the interactive whiteboard or projector boom could result in personal injury
or product damage.
C A U T I O N
lDo not block the projector’s ventilation slots and openings.
lIf dust or small items prevent pen tray buttons from being pressed or cause constant button
contact, remove the obstructions carefully.

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I M P O R T A N T
lIf you have peripheral devices that do not use a 3.5 mm phone jack audio in/out, a DB15 VGA
video input connector or an HDMI™ video connector, you may need to purchase third-party
adapters.
lKeep your remote control in a safe place because there is no other way to access menu
options.
lDo not disconnect cables from the ECP to connect peripheral devices because you could
disconnect controls for your interactive whiteboard.
lDisconnect the product from its power source when it is not used for a long period.
Other precautions
If you own a SMARTproduct other than a SMARTBoard 685ix2 series interactive whiteboard
system, refer to the warnings document that shipped with your product for relevant warnings and
maintenance instructions.
Environmental requirements
Before you install your interactive whiteboard system, review the following environmental
requirements.
Environmental
requirement
Parameter
Operating temperature l41°F to 95°F (5°C to 35°C) from 0' to 6000' (0 m to 1800 m)
l41°F to 86°F (5°C to 30°C) from 6000' to 9800' (1800 m to 3000 m)
Storage temperature l-4°F to 122°F (-20°C to 50°C)
Humidity l5% to 95% storage relative humidity, non-condensing
5% to 85% operating relative humidity, non-condensing
lHumidity above 80% could cause slight wrinkling in the screen
surface sheet. The wrinkles disappear when the humidity lowers.
Water and fluid
resistance
lIntended for indoor use only. Doesn’t meet any salt-spray or water
ingress requirements.
lDon’t pour or spray liquids directly onto your interactive whiteboard,
the projector or any of its sub-components.

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Environmental
requirement
Parameter
Dust lIntended for use in office and classroom environments. Not for
industrial use where heavy dust and pollutants can cause
malfunctions or impaired operation. Periodic cleaning is required in
areas with heavier dust. See Cleaning the projector on page27 for
information on cleaning the SMARTUX80 projector.
Electrostatic discharge
(ESD)
lEN61000-4-2 severity level 4 for direct and indirect ESD
lNo malfunction or damage up to 8kV (both polarities) with a 330ohm,
150 pF probe (air discharge)
lUnmated connectors meet no malfunction or damage up to 4kV (both
polarities) for direct (contact) discharge
Cables lAll SMARTBoard685ix2 interactive whiteboard system cables
should be shielded to prevent potential accidents and degraded video
and audio quality.
Conducted and radiated
emissions
lEN55022/CISPR 22, Class A

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Contents
Important information i
Safety warnings, cautions and important information i
Environmental requirements iv
Chapter 1: About your interactive whiteboard system 1
SMARTBoard685ix2 interactive whiteboard system features 2
Included accessories 5
Chapter 2: Installing your interactive whiteboard system 7
Choosing a location 8
Choosing a height 8
Routing the cables 9
Installing SMART software 9
Setting up the projector image 9
Integrating your system with peripheral devices 12
Locking the pen tray to your interactive whiteboard 12
Chapter 3: Using your interactive whiteboard system 13
Using your projector 13
Using your interactive whiteboard 21
Using the Extended Control Panel (ECP) 22
Chapter 4: Maintaining your interactive whiteboard system 25
Maintaining your interactive whiteboard 25
Cleaning the projector 27
Focusing and adjusting the projector image 27
Removing and replacing the projector lamp module 27
Resetting the lamp hours 29
Replacing the remote control battery 30
Chapter 5: Troubleshooting your interactive whiteboard system 31
Before you start 32
Determining your interactive whiteboard system’s status 34
Resolving interactive whiteboard issues 35
Resolving projector issues 37
Resolving audio issues 42
Resolving network communication issues 43
Resolving ECP issues 44
Accessing the service menu 44

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Transporting your interactive whiteboard system 45
Appendix A: Remotely managing your system through a network interface 47
Web page management 47
Simple Network Management Protocol (SNMP) 56
Appendix B: Remotely managing your system through an RS-232 serial interface 57
Connecting your room control system to the SMARTUX80 projector 58
Projector programming commands 59
Appendix B: Adjusting projector settings 72
Appendix C: Integrating other devices 79
Video format compatibility 79
Connecting peripheral sources and outputs 82
Appendix D: Remote control code definitions 85
Appendix E: Hardware environmental compliance 87
Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment and Battery regulations (WEEE and Battery
Directives) 87
Batteries 87
Mercury 87
More information 87
Index 89

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Chapter 1: About your interactive
whiteboard system
SMARTBoard685ix2 interactive whiteboard system features 2
SMARTBoard 600 series interactive whiteboard 2
SMARTUX80 projector 3
Extended Control Panel (ECP) 4
Included accessories 5
Remote control 5
Pens 5
Eraser 6
Hardware mounting kit 6
Your SMARTBoard685ix2 interactive whiteboard system combines the following components:
lSMARTBoard 600 series interactive whiteboard
lSMARTUX80 projector
lAccessories and optional equipment
This chapter describes the features of your interactive whiteboard and provides information about
product parts and accessories.

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SMARTBoard685ix2 interactive whiteboard
system features
Your SMARTBoard685ix2 interactive whiteboard
system uses the WXGA (16:10) ultra-short-throw,
high-offset SMARTUX80 projector. It delivers
high-definition, high performance interactivity that is
virtually shadow--free and glare--free.
The modular and expandable hardware and software
architecture of your interactive whiteboard system
enables you to do everything you can do at your
computer—open and close applications, meet with
others, create new documents or edit existing ones, visit
websites, play and manipulate video clips and more—
just by touching the interactive surface.
The projector also supports video and audio connections
from a variety of devices, including DVD and Blu-ray™
players, document cameras, and other high-definition sources, and can project media from these
sources onto the interactive screen.
When you use SMART software with your SMARTBoard685ix2 interactive whiteboard system, you
can write over any application in digital ink using a pen tray pen or your finger, and then save these
notes for future reference and distribution.
SMARTBoard 600 series interactive whiteboard
Your SMARTBoard 600 series interactive whiteboard has many features, including a resistive touch
screen and a pen tray.
The SMARTBoard 600 series interactive whiteboard performs well with the SMARTUX80 projector
because of the projector's exceptional color performance, aspect ratio, input response and short-
throw image distance.

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Other features of your interactive whiteboard include the following:
lA pen tray that automatically detects when you pick up a pen
tray pen or the eraser
lPen tray buttons that activate the on-screen keyboard,
right-click, Orientation and Help functions
lA durable tear-resistant surface optimized for projection and
easily cleaned with whiteboard cleaner
lA security cable lock feature that enables you to lock your
interactive whiteboard to help safeguard it from theft
For more information about your SMARTBoard interactive whiteboard, see the SMARTBoard 600
and D600 series interactive whiteboard installation and user’s guide (smarttech.com/kb/001414).
N O T E
Because of its wide-screen format, the SMARTUX80 projector is compatible only with
SMARTBoard 685 interactive whiteboards, and not with SMARTBoard 640, 660, 680, 690, D680
or D690 interactive whiteboards.
SMARTUX80 projector
The SMARTUX80 projector system includes an
ultra-short-throw projector for use with SMARTBoard685
interactive whiteboards and a sturdy support system ideal for
corporate and classroom environments.
The features of the projector system include the following:
lA wall-mounted, high-offset SMARTUX80 projector
engine that uses single chip DLP® technology by
TexasInstruments™, providing BrilliantColor™ performance, High Contrast, and Gamma 2.1
correction with Bright Classroom, Dark Classroom, sRGB, User and SMART Presentation
modes
l16:10 aspect ratio
l3600 ANSI lumens (typical)
lPAL, PAL-N, PAL-M, NTSC, NTSC 4.43, SDTV (480i/p and 576i/p), HDTV (1080p) video
system compatibility
lNative 1280 × 800 resolution
lAppleMacintosh, iMac and VESA® RGB video format standard compatibility

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lRemote management via network through an RJ45 cable
OR
Remote management via a serial RS-232 interface
lConnectivity for a second SMARTUX80 projector in a dual interactive whiteboard system
lSelf-protection timer for a hot re-strike of the projector lamp
lProtected cable routing through the projector housing and a cable cover that prevent tampering
and clutter
lSecure mounting and installation system that includes a projector padlock loop
lAn internal speaker
lTemplates and instructions for positioning the system safely
Your SMARTUX80 projector connection panel has the following connections:
l3.5 mm phone jack audio input connector
l3.5 mm phone jack audio output connector
lDB15F (DE-15F) RGB VGA video input connector
lDB9F (DE-9F) RS-232 connector
lHDMI 1In input connector
lHDMI 2 In input connector
lPower
lUSBB connector for service access
lRJ45 (8P8C modular) connector for local area network connections
lRJ45 (8P8C modular) connector for dual interactive whiteboard systems
l7-pin mini-DIN connector
l4-pin power-DIN 5V/2A output connector
Extended Control Panel (ECP)
Your projector system’s ECP attaches to the bottom frame
of your interactive whiteboard. The ECP features controls
for power, source selection and volume adjustment, as well
as an integrated USB hub that enables you to switch
seamlessly between two connected computers.

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Connection receptacles for your source inputs include:
lOne USB A receptacle on the front of the ECP for USB drives
lTwo USB A receptacles behind the interactive whiteboard
lOne captive USB B receptacle for your primary computer
lOne DB15M receptacle behind the interactive whiteboard for connecting to the projector
lOne USB B receptacle behind the interactive whiteboard for connecting a secondary computer
lThree RCA jacks on the front of the ECP (not connected to the projector and not used in the
system)
Included accessories
The following accessories are included with your interactive whiteboard system.
Remote control
The remote control enables you to control the system and set up your projector. Use the
remote control to access menu options, system information and input selection options.
Pens
The pens have rubberized grip areas and are colored to match four colors of
digital ink: black, red, green and blue.
You can use dry-erase markers to replace the included pens, as long as
they’re a similar shape, don’t scratch or mark your interactive whiteboard
surface and reflect infrared light. If the substitute doesn’t reflect infrared
light, the pen tray sensors might not detect the presence of the pen.
N O T E
Some of SMART’s older pens aren’t designed to reflect infrared light and the pen tray sensors might
not detect them reliably.
T I P
Wrap light-colored tape around a substitute pen to improve the reflection of infrared light and help
with tool detection.

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Eraser
The eraser resembles a rectangular chalkboard eraser. You can use a
substitute object, as long as it has a similar shape, reflects infrared light and
doesn’t scratch or mark the interactive whiteboard surface.
You can add a variety of accessories to your interactive whiteboard to best meet your specific needs.
Purchase these items from your authorized SMART reseller (smarttech.com/where).
For more information on accessories, go to smarttech.com/accessories.
Hardware mounting kit
You can order a hardware mounting kit for your projector from your authorized SMART reseller
(smarttech.com/where). It contains an assortment of screws and wall anchors for several different
wall types (see smarttech.com/kb/160505).

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Chapter 2: Installing your interactive
whiteboard system
Choosing a location 8
Choosing a height 8
Routing the cables 9
Installing SMART software 9
Setting up the projector image 9
Focusing the image 10
Aligning the image 10
Projector connection diagram 11
Integrating your system with peripheral devices 12
Locking the pen tray to your interactive whiteboard 12
Consult the SMARTBoard685ix2 interactive whiteboard system installation document, installation
template and important information included with your product for instructions on how to install and
secure your system.
I M P O R T A N T
The SMARTBoard 685ix2 interactive whiteboard system installation and cabling guide is also
available online (smarttech.com/kb/170472).
This chapter provides additional considerations and details for installing your interactive whiteboard
system.

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Choosing a location
Choose a location for your interactive whiteboard system that’s far from bright light sources, such as
windows and strong overhead lighting. Bright light sources can cause distracting shadows on your
interactive whiteboard and can reduce the contrast of the projected image.
Select a wall with a flat, regular surface and sufficient clearance to accommodate your interactive
whiteboard system. Install the projector and your interactive whiteboard on the same flat surface. For
best presentation alignment, mount your interactive whiteboard system in a location that’s central to
your audience’s viewing direction.
For mobile or adjustable installation options, contact your authorized SMART reseller.
Choosing a height
SMART includes a mounting template with each interactive whiteboard system. If you lose this
template, contact your authorized SMART reseller. Using this template ensures that you can do the
following:
lMount the projector at a safe height for headspace clearance, while maintaining enough space
for airflow and installation access above the unit.
lPosition the projector at the correct height above your interactive whiteboard to align the
projected image with the touch screen.
Dimensions on the template recommend a distance from the floor suitable for adults of average
height. You should consider the general height of your user community when you choose a location
for your interactive whiteboard.

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Routing the cables
When connecting cables from the SMARTUX80 projector to your interactive whiteboard, make sure
that all cables pass between the two interactive whiteboard wall-mounting brackets and that the
cables don’t rest on the wall-mounting brackets.
Installing SMART software
You must install SMARTsoftware, such as SMARTMeetingPro™ software or SMARTNotebook™
collaborative learning software on the computer connected to your interactive whiteboard system to
access all of its features.
Download SMARTsoftware from smarttech.com/software. These web pages list the minimum
hardware requirements for each software version. If SMART software is already installed on your
computer, take this opportunity to upgrade your software to ensure compatibility.
Setting up the projector image
You must focus the projected image, and then align the projected image.

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Focusing the image
Use the focus lever on the bottom of the SMARTUX80 projector to focus the projected image.
To focus and adjust the image
Turn the focus lever clockwise or counterclockwise until the image is in focus.
Aligning the image
Refer to these notes when aligning the projected image as described in the included SMARTBoard
685ix2 interactive whiteboard system installation and cabling guide (smarttech.com/kb/170472).
C A U T I O N
Never touch the lens or the mirror with your hands or a brush. This can disturb the focus or quality of
image that your projector displays.
The projector’s image alignment screen appears when you start your projector the first time, or you
can access it from the startup screen menu any time.