SMART LightRaise User manual

Installation Guide
Installation and User’s Guide

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Important Information i
Important Information
This guide describes the installation of the SMART LightRaise™ projector mount on a
standard concrete or cinder block wall or a supported framed wall, as detailed on page 12. If
you have any other material cladding your wall (such as brick and masonry), consult
professionals with the appropriate expertise. We don't recommend installation on an
unsupported wall because writing on the SMART Board™ interactive whiteboard may cause
the boom to vibrate and interfere with the board's orientation.
A qualified service technician must install your LightRaise unit.
WARNING
The projector used with the SMART LightRaise projector mount is a high-brightness light source. Do
not view directly or stare into the beam of light created by the projector. Be especially careful to
instruct children not to look in the direction of, or stare at, the beam of light.
WARNING
To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this product to rain or moisture.
WARNING
The SMART LightRaise unit is projector-specific. When you order your unit, the model of boom and
console as well as the projector mounting accessories are selected to match the projector you have
specified. Do not mount any other projector or equipment. Any other weight hung from the LightRaise
boom may cause the boom to bend or break, which can injure anyone beneath it.
WARNING for European Customers
The SMART LightRaise console should be used only with European TN and TT power distribution
systems.
It is not suitable for older, IT-type power distribution systems found in some European countries. "This
system (IT-type) is widely used isolated from earth, in some installations in France, with impedance to
earth, at 230/400V, and in Norway, with voltage limiter, neutral not distributed, at 230V line-to-line."
(IEC60950:1999)
Contact qualified personnel if you are uncertain of the type of power system available where the
SMART LightRaise unit is to be installed.

ii Important Information
Other Precautions
For operating safety and to avoid damage to the SMART LightRaise projector mount, read this
guide carefully before setting up and using it. Observe the following precautions:
1 Adding more weight or applying an unexpected force to the boom may cause it to break
and possibly cause injury.
2 Do not hang anything from the boom, hit or jostle it in any way or remove the struts.
3 Sitting or leaning on the console may cause damage.
4 The upper boom bracket and console bracket must each be fixed to at least two wall studs
or two places in concrete. We recommend the brackets be attached to each stud in more
than one location. We don't recommend installation on an unsupported wall because this
type of wall may cause the boom to vibrate when someone is writing on the SMART
Board interactive whiteboard. See page 12 for a definition of an unsupported wall.
5 Avoid setting up and using the LightRaise projector mount in an area with excessive levels
of dust, moisture, humidity or cigarette smoke.
6 Do not attempt to modify the power cord. Handle the power cord carefully and avoid
excessive bending. The power cord should be routed so that it is unlikely to be walked on
or pinched by items placed upon or against it. If you must run the cable over the floor, lay
the cable in a flat, straight line and secure it to the floor with tape or a cable management
strip in a contrasting color.
7 The LightRaise console is equipped with a three-wire grounding-type plug. This plug will
only fit into a grounding-type power outlet. If you are unable to insert the plug into the
outlet, contact your electrician to replace the obsolete outlet. Do not defeat the safety
purpose of the grounding-type plug.
8 The installation must ensure direct and clear access to the main power plug.
9 Unplug the console during electrical storms or if the console will not be used over a long
period of time.
10 If replacement parts are required, the service technician must use replacement parts
specified by SMART Technologies Inc. or parts with the same characteristics as the
original that have been approved by SMART Technologies Inc.
11 Ensure the door brackets do not pinch the console cables. See page 46 for the proper
positioning of these cables as they leave the console.
12 Only authorized personnel should service the unit. Do not service your projector while it is
attached to the boom. Remove it for servicing. For details, read the supplemental
instructions supplied with the projector mount.
13 If the power supply to the unit is cut off while the system is running, wait at least two
minutes before you press the System On button. The LightRaise console may not power
up because it is waiting until the projector lamp has cooled. Consult the projector's user
manual for instructions.

Important Information iii
A Note about This Guide
The SMART LightRaise Installation and User's Guide details how to install the console and
the boom of the SMART LightRaise projector mount with:
•a computer using the Microsoft® Windows® operating system
or
a Macintosh G4 computer
•either a SMART Board 560 or 580 interactive whiteboard
•a supported projector (supported projectors are listed at www.smarttech.com/lightraise)
This guide doesn't contain information for earlier versions of Macintosh computers.
If you have purchased only one of the components of the LightRaise projector mount, only
certain sections of this manual apply to your installation. Nevertheless, wall specifications and
other general information may apply. If you aren't using LightRaise projector mount with a
SMART Board interactive whiteboard, you won't need to mount the hanger bracket or the
spacer bracket.
Console Purchased Separately
If you have purchased the console separately, you'll benefit from the integrated controls and
the ease of use that the console provides.
Follow the instructions that pertain only to the installation of the console itself.
1 Mount the console bracket on the wall following the instructions on
pages 14–21. Ensure that the top of the console bracket is 26½" (67.3
cm) from the floor.
2 Affix the console to the console bracket following the instructions on pages 37–38.
3 Mount the SMART Board interactive whiteboard following the instructions that came with
your board. However, connect it to the console's Control System as described on page 45.
The minimum distance between the console and the board is 1½" (3.8 cm). The
instructions in this guide assume that you are mounting the console 2" (5 cm) above the
floor.
NOTE: If you are not using a supported projector, the control panel on your console won't
work as described in this guide.
4 Connect the cables inside the console and to your supported projector following the
instructions on pages 39–43. Keep in mind that you may not have the specified bundle of
cables coming from the boom.
5 Make the final connections following the instructions on page 46.
6 Adjust your computer following the instructions on pages 47–49.
Provided you are using a supported projector, use the operating information on pages 50–53
and the servicing information on pages 56–57.
Floor
Top of Console Bracket
26½"
(67.3 cm)

iv Important Information
Boom Purchased Separately
If you have purchased the boom separately, follow instructions that pertain only to the
installation of the boom itself.
1 Mount the boom brackets following the instructions on pages 21–26. However, since the
console mounting bracket isn't available, you must measure 26½" (67.3 cm) from the floor
and mark the wall. Use this mark as your starting point for template tool usage.
2 Install the boom following the instructions on pages 27–36.
3 Install the SMART Board interactive whiteboard following the instructions on pages 44–45.
However, disregard the connection information. Instead, follow the connection instructions
contained in the SMART Board User's Guide.
For servicing information, follow the guidelines on pages 56–57.
General Operating Environment
The SMART LightRaise product is designed to work trouble-free within the following ranges:
Temperature range 41°
°°
°F to 88°
°°
°F (5
°
°°
°
C to 31
°
°°
°
C)
Pressure range Sea level to 6,000' (1,829 m)
Humidity 90% relative humidity, non-condensing
Dirt or dust in the environment Normal office environment

Contents
Contents
Important Information ............................................................................................. i
Other Precautions ........................................................................................................................ii
A Note about This Guide ............................................................................................................iii
General Operating Environment .................................................................................................iv
Introducing the SMART LightRaise Projector Mount .......................................... 1
Supported Projectors .................................................................................................................. 2
Room Dimensions and Requirements ........................................................................................ 2
Boom Features ........................................................................................................................... 3
Console Features........................................................................................................................ 4
Control Panel Features ............................................................................................................... 5
Care and Cleaning ...................................................................................................................... 5
SMART LightRaise Projector Mount Parts ........................................................... 6
Unpacking the SMART LightRaise Projector Mount................................................................... 6
Console Hardware Kits ............................................................................................................... 7
Boom Hardware Kits ................................................................................................................... 8
Fasteners .................................................................................................................................... 9
Locating the Serial and Identification Numbers ........................................................................ 10
Installation Overview............................................................................................ 11
Room Specifications ................................................................................................................. 11
Wall Specifications and Mounting Information.......................................................................... 12
Tools Required.......................................................................................................................... 12
Removing an Existing SMART Board Interactive Whiteboard.................................................. 13
Order of Installation................................................................................................................... 13
1. Mounting the Wall Brackets............................................................................. 14
Marking the Wall and Mounting the Console Bracket............................................................... 14
Marking the Wall and Mounting the Remaining Brackets......................................................... 21
2. Installing the Boom .......................................................................................... 27
Attaching the Boom .................................................................................................................. 27
Finishing the Boom Installation.................................................................................................29
3. Installing the Console ...................................................................................... 37
Mounting the Console............................................................................................................... 37
Installing the Cable Cleats ........................................................................................................ 38
4. Connecting the Cables..................................................................................... 39
5. Installing the SMART Board Interactive Whiteboard and Projector............. 44
6. Finalizing the Installation................................................................................. 46
Making the Final Connections .................................................................................................. 46
Adjusting the Computer ............................................................................................................ 47

Contents
Operating the SMART LightRaise Projector Mount........................................... 50
Interpreting the Control Panel Indicators.................................................................................. 50
Using the SMART LightRaise Projector Mount ........................................................................ 51
Automatic Shut-Off Feature......................................................................................................52
Changing the Volume Level ..................................................................................................... 53
Changing the Projector's Input Source..................................................................................... 53
Using Your SMART Board Interactive Whiteboard .................................................................. 53
Using an External Computer ............................................................................... 54
Activating Your Video Port........................................................................................................ 55
Servicing the SMART LightRaise Projector Mount............................................ 56
Lowering the Boom................................................................................................................... 56
Upgrading Your Firmware ........................................................................................................ 57
Customer Support ................................................................................................ 58
Contacting SMART Technical Support..................................................................................... 58
Other SMART Contacts............................................................................................................58
Product Warranty...................................................................................................................... 59
Registration Card Information...................................................................................................59
Appendix A: Console Functional Diagram......................................................... 60
Appendix B: Console Running Wire List............................................................ 61
Index ...................................................................................................................... 63

SMART LightRaise Installation and User's Guide 1
Introducing the SMART LightRaise
Projector Mount
The SMART LightRaise projector mount is an integrated solution to house your projector, your
computer and either a VCR or DVD player connected to your front-projection SMART Board
interactive whiteboard. The LightRaise projector mount eliminates the need for a projector
ceiling mount. Hidden from sight are the connections between the wall-mounted SMART
Board 560 or 580 interactive whiteboard, supported projector and either a computer running
the Windows operating system or a Macintosh G4 computer.
The LightRaise projector mount consists of two main parts: a boom and a console.
The boom perches over your wall-mounted SMART Board interactive whiteboard to hold an
approved projector the correct distance from the board. The console nestles beneath the
board, housing an internal computer, a VCR or DVD player, and the cable connections for all
components. A wireless infrared (IR) keyboard also comes with the LightRaise console.
Cables to connect an external computer are stowed at the console's side so guest laptop
users can easily connect and quickly access the functionality of the SMART Board interactive
whiteboard.
Boom
Console
The Fully Installed SMART LightRaise Projector Mount
NOTE: You may have purchased one of the parts separately from the other. While most of the
information contained in this guide pertains to either the console or the boom, most installation
instructions are aimed at the installer of both pieces. Read carefully the information on
pages iii–iv for recommended sections for your installation.

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The LightRaise mount is easily installed by a qualified service technician, who may be a
SMART Technologies Inc. technical staff member or your SMART reseller, or any member of
your own staff qualified to perform the installation.
The LightRaise projector mount requires little maintenance. Its presence makes working
with a SMART Board interactive whiteboard easier. Since your projector doesn't get
jostled, you don't need to repeatedly perform an orientation procedure on your interactive
whiteboard.
The features of the LightRaise projector mount include:
•a built-in audio system with two speakers
•a wireless infrared (IR) keyboard
•easy access to your internal computer, VCR or DVD player
•easy access to the control panel, which contains projector and volume controls
•a control system for all your cable connections
•all cables required to connect your projector, SMART Board interactive whiteboard,
internal computer, VCR or DVD player, and external computer
•a hinged boom for easy access to the projector
•tamper-resistant fasteners and a locking console to secure your equipment
Supported Projectors
SMART Technologies Inc. has tested various projectors with the LightRaise boom. Our
requirements include projector weight, throw distance and minimal tilt of the SMART
Board whiteboard in order to get a clear, square projected image. An up-to-date listing of
supported projectors is available on our Web site in the Specifications section for the
LightRaise product (www.smarttech.com/lightraise).
NOTE: The projectors used with the LightRaise projector mount are smaller and generate
more heat than larger models. If your projected image quality deteriorates after the
LightRaise mount has been in use, check the projector's power or status indicator. If it is
flashing, turn the LightRaise console off for approximately five minutes to give the
projector a chance to cool down. Consult your projector's user manual for information on
how to interpret its power and status indicators.
Room Dimensions and Requirements
The LightRaise projector mount is designed for a room at least 6' x 10' (1.8 m x 3.0 m) with a
ceiling of 96" (244 cm). In addition, 42" (183 cm) of wall space width is required to
accommodate the SMART Board interactive whiteboard. If anything hangs from the ceiling,
ensure it won't interfere with the boom and the projector.
If your chosen location doesn't meet these dimensions or requirements, see pages 11–12 for
more alternatives or call SMART Technologies Inc. for recommendations.

SMART LightRaise Installation and User's Guide 3
Wall
Floor
Ceiling
Console
SMART Board
Boom
Side View of the Fully Installed LightRaise Projector Mount
Boom Features
The hinged aluminum boom is lightweight yet strong. It supports and aims your projector at
the wall-mounted SMART Board interactive whiteboard.
The projector cables remain out of sight, running inside the boom and behind the wall-bracket
covers and the interactive whiteboard until they reach the console.
Projector
Telescoping
Beam
Main Beam
Wall-Bracket Cover
SMART Board
NOTE:
Projector and projector mount
may look different.

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Console Features
Fastened directly to the wall, the LightRaise console provides secure and compact
accommodation for your peripheral devices in a discrete location below the SMART Board
interactive whiteboard.
Speakers
Door Lock
Control Panel
External Computer
Cable Management
Cleats
Console with Doors Closed
The console is 48" W x 26" H x 12" D (122 cm x 66 cm x 31 cm). It houses all cables and
power supplies for a projector, internal computer, SMART Board interactive whiteboard and
VCR or DVD player. A fully connected audio system is built right into it. After installation and
connection, just plug in the network connection and power cable for your equipment to be
ready for use.
A standard computer tower sits inside the console. The right door houses a VCR or DVD
player. You can lock these doors to secure your components.
NOTE: The door hinges cannot support the weight of a person. Don't sit or lean on the doors.
Internal Computer VCR or DVD Player
Console with Doors Open

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Control Panel Features
After installation, access the functions of the SMART LightRaise projector mount
using the console's control panel.
With one firm press of a control panel button, you can switch the
video image, data and, if available, audio source.
To power on the LightRaise mount, simply press the System On button.
To switch projector input sources, press one of the source selection
buttons on the control panel's right side. For more details, see page 53.
System On
Button
System Off
Button
Volume Control Buttons
Volume Level Indicator
Source Selection Buttons Source Indicators
System On
Indicator
System Off
Indicator
Care and Cleaning
The SMART LightRaise projector mount should be periodically dusted using a soft cloth.
Fingerprints can be removed with a damp cloth and, if required, mild detergent.
For information on care and cleaning of your SMART Board interactive whiteboard, see the
SMART Board User's Guide. For information on care and cleaning of your projector, see your
projector's user manual.
If you must service your projector, lower the LightRaise boom and remove the projector. See
page 56 for information on servicing.
IMPORTANT: Don't service the projector while it's attached to the boom. You may damage
the LightRaise mount.

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SMART LightRaise Projector Mount Parts
Unpacking the SMART LightRaise Projector Mount
The SMART LightRaise projector mount is shipped in two cartons, unless you have purchased
only one part of the LightRaise projector mount. Open your carton(s) and verify the contents
using these lists:
Console Carton Contents
•1 console, equipped with Control System and power bar inside the cabinet, a bracket
inside the right door, as well as cables to connect internal and external computer and
VCR or DVD player and a SMART Board interactive whiteboard
•1 console wall bracket, attached to the back of the console with two security screws
•1 console accessory kit that includes:
•drywall installation kit
•concrete or cinder block installation kit
•cable cleat bag, which contains 2 cable cleats, 2 nuts and 2 washers
•other items listed on page 7
•1 power cable
•1 box containing the wireless keyboard and IR receiver
Boom Carton Contents
•1 telescoping boom
•2 metal wall-mount boom brackets (upper and lower)
•1 hanger bracket for a SMART Board interactive whiteboard (optional)
•1 spacer bracket for a SMART Board interactive whiteboard (optional)
•2 wall-bracket covers
•4 boom covers
•1 template tool
•projector cable bag
•1 boom accessory kit that includes:
•drywall installation kit
•concrete or cinder block installation kit
•projector mounting kit
•projector mounting plate
•other items listed on page 8
NOTE: If you receive a SMART Board interactive whiteboard at the same time, unpack and
verify the contents using the list included with the board. However, unless you are only
mounting the console of the SMART LightRaise projector mount, do not use the wall bracket
shipped with the board. Instead, mount the board using the hanger bracket included with the
LightRaise projector mount. Follow the instructions in this guide, beginning on page 11.

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Console Hardware Kits
To perform the installation, you'll need to use more than one hardware kit. The kit you use
depends on the type of wall onto which you're installing the SMART LightRaise projector
mount.
Use the following chart to determine which kit(s) you need and to verify the kit contents.
Type of Wall Kit Required Kit Contents
Concrete or cinder block Concrete/cinder block
installation kit
•10 ¼ x 1¾" concrete anchor
screws
•1
3/16 x 3½" masonry drill bit
Drywall installation kit •2 self-drilling drywall anchors
•2 #8 x 1¼" AB truss head
screws
•2 toggle bolt anchors
•2 ¼-20 UNC x 1½" Phillips®
pan head bolts
Drywall with wooden studs
Wood stud installation kit
(contained inside the
drywall installation kit)
•6 #8 x 2½" Phillips round
head wood screws
•6 #8 burr washers
Drywall installation kit •2 self-drilling drywall anchors
•2 #8 x 1¼" AB truss head
screws
•2 toggle bolt anchors
•2 ¼-20 UNC x 1½" Phillips
pan head bolts
Drywall with metal studs
Metal stud installation kit
(contained inside the
drywall installation kit)
•6 toggle bolt anchors
•6 ¼-20 UNC x 1½" Phillips
pan head bolts
To use toggle bolts, you'll need to drill two holes:
•a ¼"
(6 mm) pilot hole
•a final ½" (13 mm) hole
NOTE: When drilling holes in metal studs, where possible hit the center of the stud.
In addition to the installation kits, your console accessory kit should include:
•a registration card, warranty, the SMART Board software CD-ROM, this guide, the
security hex key for the screws used to secure the console to the console bracket
•a country-specific power adapter, used to connect a VCR or DVD player to the console
power extension

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Boom Hardware Kits
To perform the boom installation, you'll need to use more than one hardware kit. The kit you
use depends on the type of wall onto which you're installing the SMART LightRaise projector
mount.
Use the following chart to determine which kit(s) you need and to verify the kit contents.
Type of Wall Kit Required Kit Contents
Concrete or cinder block Concrete/cinder block
installation kit
•24 ¼ x 1¾" concrete
anchor screws
•1
3/16 x 3½" masonry drill
bit
Drywall with wooden studs Drywall and wood stud
installation kit
•12 self-drilling drywall
anchors
•12 #8 x 1¼" AB truss
head screws
•12 #8 x 2½" Phillips
round head wood screws
•12 #8 burr washers
Drywall with metal studs Drywall and metal stud
installation kit
•12 self-drilling drywall
anchors
•12 #8 x 1¼" AB truss
head screws
•12 toggle bolt anchors
•12 ¼-20 UNC x 1½"
Phillips pan head bolts
To use toggle bolts, you'll need to drill two holes:
•a ¼"
(6 mm) pilot hole
•a final ½" (13 mm) hole
NOTE: When drilling holes in metal studs, where possible hit the center of the stud.
In addition to the installation kits, your boom accessory kit should include:
•a bag containing the projector mounting hardware specific for your projector, with the
contents of this kit detailed in the instructions provided in the bag
•6 #10-32 x 5/16" UNF Phillips pan head screws, 2 #10 lock washers, security hex key, 3/32"
ball hex key, 2 hook and loop fasteners, 2 cover concealment labels and the SMART
LightRaise Projector Mount Supported Projector Reference List

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Fasteners
Different types of fasteners are used in the installation of the SMART LightRaise projector
mount. Refer to the following chart to match the screw with its name.
NOTE: The illustrations are representative and aren't to scale.
Fastener Name Usage
#10-32 x 5/16" UNF
Phillips pan head
screws
•with a lock washer to hold boom
pivot in place
•holds strut end to lower boom
bracket
(side view)
lock washer •with #10-32 x 5/16" UNF Phillips
pan head screws to hold boom
pivot in place
#8 x 1¼" AB truss
head screws
•at all drywall anchor keyhole
locations
¼-20 UNC x 1½"
Phillips pan head
bolts
•with the toggle anchors for the
console bracket
•holds brackets to walls with
metal studs
#8 x 2½" Phillips
round head wood
screws
•with #8 washer used to install
brackets into wooden studs
#8 burr washer •with wood screws used to install
boom wall brackets and console
bracket into wooden studs
TORX® M4 x
25 mm button head
tamper-resistant
fasteners
•with inside star washer, holds the
projector mount to the boom
inside star washer •with TORX fasteners, holds the
projector mount to the boom
¼ x 1¾" concrete
anchor screw
•holds brackets onto concrete or
cinder block wall
¼-20 x ½" security
hex socket button
head cap screw
•holds console to console bracket
tie wrap mount •with a TORX fastener, holds the
boom cables together before
they reach the projector

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Locating the Serial and Identification Numbers
The SMART LightRaise projector mount has two serial numbers: one on the console and one
on the projector mounting plate.
The console serial number is located inside the console above the power bar.
Console Serial Number
Power Bar
The boom serial number is located on the projector mounting plate. To see it, lower the boom
and look at the projector plate from above. For more details on the boom serial number, see
the SMART LightRaise Projector Mount Supported Projector Reference List.
Top of Boom
Projector Plate
Boom Serial Number
Projector
NOTE:
Your projector mounting plate
and projector may look different.

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Installation Overview
The SMART LightRaise projector mount should be installed by a qualified service technician
and an assistant.
A qualified service technician includes:
•your SMART reseller
•SMART technical staff member
•a qualified member of your staff familiar with the structure of the room
If you're installing a new SMART Board interactive whiteboard at the same time as the
console and boom, unpack the board and its accessories and check the contents against the
SMART Board Setup Instructions. However, unless you've purchased only the console, don't
use the SMART Board Setup Instructions for setting up and mounting the board. Instead, use
the instructions in this guide. Also, don't use the wall bracket shipped with the SMART Board
interactive whiteboard, use the hanger bracket shipped with the LightRaise projector mount.
NOTE: If you've purchased only the console, use the SMART Board Setup Instructions to
mount your board.
Installation should take two people approximately two to three hours.
Room Specifications
We recommend that you install the LightRaise projector mount in a room at least 6' x 10'
(1.8 m x 3.0 m) with a ceiling of 96"(244 cm). Although the product can be installed in a room
with a minimum ceiling height of 95" (241 cm), this installation would result in the top of the
SMART Board interactive whiteboard's writing surface being 77" (196 cm) from the floor and
the console being 1½" (4 cm) off the floor. Alternatively, you can mount the console beside the
whiteboard.
The LightRaise boom requires 1¾" (4.5 cm) between the ceiling and the top of the upper
boom bracket. If you are installing the product in a room with a ceiling of 95" (241 cm), you
must lower the console bracket by 1" (2.5 cm).
Ensure nothing hangs from the ceiling in a way that will interfere with the boom and the
projector.
The brackets supporting the LightRaise projector mount must be installed directly into either
concrete or studs. This guide provides installation instructions for walls made of concrete,
cinder blocks and supported walls with either wood or metal studs. If your wall is made of any
other material, such as brick and masonry, you should consult professionals with expertise in
that area. If this type of wall is unsupported, do not use the LightRaise projector mount. See
Wall Specifications and Mounting Information on page 12.
If your chosen location doesn't meet these specifications, call SMART Technologies Inc. for
recommendations for your particular situation.

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Wall Specifications and Mounting Information
For optimal performance, the LightRaise projector mount must be mounted on a stable wall.
Otherwise, the motion involved with writing on the interactive whiteboard may cause the boom
to vibrate, which in turn may disturb the projected image enough to interfere with the
whiteboard's orientation.
Ideally, the wall on which you mount the LightRaise projector mount should be structural or a
demising wall. We recommend you install the projector mount on a wall made of cinder block,
concrete or a supported wall framed with either wood or metal studs. An example of a properly
supported, framed wall is one where the wall studs extend upward and are anchored at top
and bottom into the structure of the building.
For concrete or cinder block walls, drill holes using the supplied drill bit and then insert the
appropriate supplied screws. If you're mounting the boom on a cinder block wall, drill holes
into the center of the block, where possible, because the rib in the center of the block will
provide more support.
For wood-framed walls, screws can be inserted directly into the wooden stud. Use drywall
anchors, inserted with a Phillips screwdriver not a hammer, for any screw inserted only into
drywall (not studs), such as the keyhole locations marked with the template tool. However, for
the two outer mounting holes for the console mounting bracket, use the supplied toggle bolt
anchors and fasteners.
For walls with metal studs, use the supplied toggle bolt anchors and fasteners inserted into the
center of the metal studs. Use drywall anchors, inserted with a Phillips screwdriver not a
hammer, for any screw inserted only into drywall (not studs), such as the keyhole locations
marked with the template tool. Also, you'll need to use the supplied toggle bolt anchors and
fasteners at the outer mounting holes for the console mounting bracket.
For proper installation on walls with studs (either wood or metal), the mounting brackets must
be fixed to two or more studs. If your wall studs are 16" (40.6 cm) on center, the screws for the
upper boom bracket and the console mounting bracket must go into at least three studs, and
the screws for the lower boom bracket must go into two studs. If your wall studs are 24" (81.2
cm) on center, screws for the upper boom bracket and the console mounting bracket must go
into at least two studs and the screws for the lower boom bracket must go into two studs.
Tools Required
Before beginning the installation process, obtain the hex keys from the hardware accessory
kits. You'll also need the following tools:
•Phillips #2 hand screwdriver
•electric screwdriver with Phillips #2 driver bit
•measuring tape, bubble level and pencil
•stud finder
•9/16" (15 mm) wrench
•electric drill and either a ¼" (6 mm) and a ½" (13 mm) drill bit if your installation is on a
drywall-clad wall with studs or the supplied concrete drill bit if your installation is on a
concrete or cinder block wall
•a plastic cutting tool (such as a hacksaw or tin snips)
You should use a ladder to assist with your installation. Please ensure you use the appropriate
ladder properly. Read the documentation that comes with your ladder for safety and
instructional information.
Drywall Anchor
Toggle Bolt
Anchor