SMART Table 230i User manual

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SMART Table™ 230i
Hardware User’s Guide

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Important information
WARNING
• Failure to follow the installation instructions shipped with your SMART
Table™ could result in personal injury and product damage.
• Ensure that any cables extending across the floor to your SMART Table are
properly bundled and marked to prevent a tripping hazard.
• Make sure an electrical socket is near your SMART Table and remains easily
accessible during use.
• Lock the casters before allowing children to use your SMART Table.
• Do not climb (or allow children to climb) on your SMART Table. Climbing on
your SMART Table could result in personal injury and product damage.
• To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose your SMART Table
to rain or moisture.
• Use caution when servicing your SMART Table’s internal parts even after you
disconnect the power. The uninterruptible power supply (UPS) continues to
provide dangerous voltages to the computer and projector after you
disconnect the AC power source.
• Do not stare (or allow children to stare) directly into the projector’s beam
of light.
• Do not attempt to service the projector other than performing routine lamp
replacement. Only an authorized service provider should provide service.
Aside from the lamp module, there are no user serviceable parts inside
the unit.
• Do not remove any screws other than those specified in the lamp replacement
instructions.
• Do not touch or replace the projector lamp (which will be very hot) for at least
an hour after shutdown. Touching the lamp can cause severe burns.
• Do not puncture, crush, heat or disassemble the remote control battery,
expose it to fire or any liquid, short its terminals, or abuse the battery in any
other way because this may cause the battery to explode or ignite, and could
cause a fire or personal injury.

ii | IMPORTANT INFORMATION
• If the remote control battery leaks, ensure that you do not get battery fluid in
your eye. If you do, immediately rinse the affected eye with water and seek
medical attention.
• Do not install the remote control battery backwards or reverse its polarity. Do
not install battery types other than the one specified in the documentation.
Both of these actions can cause damage to the remote control and can cause
a fire or personal injury.
CAUTION
• Disconnect the power cable only after you turn off the table as documented in
this guide and the indicator lights and fans turn off. Disconnecting the power
cable at any other time can cause shorten the life of the projector lamp.
• Do not place cords, boxes or other items on the surface of your SMART
Table. Doing so can scratch the surface.
• If your SMART Table becomes wet, dry it completely before turning it on.
• SMART Technologies recommends that you use the remote control to
complete only the procedures documented in this guide. Using the remote
control for other purposes may change the projector’s settings, which were
specifically configured for the SMART Table.
IMPORTANT
• Do not operate your SMART Table’s projector in environments that are higher
than 10,000' (3000 m) above sea level.
• Your SMART Table is sensitive to infrared light. Turn off or remove any pot
lights or other incandescent lighting in the room and close any open blinds or
curtains before calibrating your SMART Table.
• Your SMART Table’s surface does not respond to touch until the computer
completes its startup process. Wait 30 to 60 seconds after turning on your
SMART Table before touching the surface.
• Before you clean your SMART Table, turn it off so that you do not
inadvertently start applications when you wipe the surface.
• Do not place keyboards, mouse devices or other objects on the touch surface.
The camera may interpret these objects as touches if they are placed on the
touch surface.
• This product contains lithium button cell batteries in the computer
and the remote control (perchlorate material—special handling
may apply).

Contents
1Overview ............................................................................................................... 1
In this chapter ................................................................................................. 1
About your SMART Table............................................................................... 1
How your SMART Table works....................................................................... 2
Standard accessories ..................................................................................... 3
The USB bracelet ..................................................................................... 3
Power cable ............................................................................................. 4
Keys ......................................................................................................... 4
Projector remote control ........................................................................... 4
Installation instructions............................................................................. 4
Warranty information ................................................................................ 4
Uninterruptible power supply (UPS) ......................................................... 4
UPS installation instructions..................................................................... 5
Using the SMART Table with other SMART products .................................... 5
2Using your SMART Table ..................................................................................... 7
In this chapter ................................................................................................. 7
Turning your SMART Table on or off.............................................................. 8
Turning on your SMART Table................................................................. 8
Turning off your SMART Table................................................................. 9
Navigating SMART Table software............................................................... 10
Using SMART Document Camera with your SMART Table......................... 10
3Maintaining your SMART Table .......................................................................... 11
In this chapter ............................................................................................... 11
Cleaning your SMART Table ........................................................................ 11
Updating the software................................................................................... 11

iv | CONTENTS
Orienting the surface .................................................................................... 12
Replacing the projector bulb ......................................................................... 12
4Using the remote control ..................................................................................... 13
Locating the remote control .......................................................................... 13
Setting the projector for high altitude use ..................................................... 14
Replacing the remote control battery............................................................ 14
ATroubleshooting .................................................................................................. 17
Troubleshooting tips ..................................................................................... 17
To restart the table’s software. ........................................................ 18
To check camera cable connections ............................................... 18
Setting up your SMART Table for troubleshooting ....................................... 19
Diagnosing basic problems with touch ......................................................... 20
To access the SMART Touch Service screen ................................. 20
Remodeling the background......................................................................... 21
To restart the drivers in sequence ................................................... 21
Restarting SMART Table Activities............................................................... 22
BHardware environmental compliance .................................................................. 23
Waste electrical and electronic equipment regulations (WEEE directive) .... 23
Restriction of certain hazardous substances (RoHS directive)..................... 23
Batteries........................................................................................................ 23
Packaging ..................................................................................................... 24
Covered electronics devices......................................................................... 24
China’s electronic information products regulations ..................................... 24
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Improvement Act ........................................ 24
CCustomer support................................................................................................ 25
Online information and support..................................................................... 25
Training......................................................................................................... 25
Technical support ......................................................................................... 25
Shipping and repair status ............................................................................ 25

v| –
General inquiries........................................................................................... 26
Warranty ....................................................................................................... 26
Registration................................................................................................... 26

vi | –

Chapter 1
Overview
This guide is intended for teachers and support staff. It introduces you to the SMART
Table interactive learning center and explains how to use, maintain and troubleshoot
your table.
NOTE
For information on setting up your SMART Table, see the SMART Table 230i
textless installation instructions (smarttech.com/kb/141081) included with your
SMART Table.
In this chapter
•About your SMART Table on page 1
•How your SMART Table works on page 2
•Standard accessories on page 3
•Using the SMART Table with other SMART products on page 5
About your SMART Table
Your SMART Table is an interactive learning
center with a touch-sensitive surface. By touching
the surface, students can create, select, move
and resize digital objects. More than one student
can touch the surface at a time. This encourages
collaboration and cooperation as students learn
and play together.
Using the Wi-Fi® network connection to a
SMART Sync™ Teacher computer, a teacher can observe the student’s activities from
a distance, take control of the table, and capture and print the tabletop image.

2 | CHAPTER 1 – OVERVIEW
The software on your SMART Table includes interactive applications, learning
activities and educational games. You can customize the activities using the SMART
Table Toolkit. Install and run the toolkit on your computer and then transfer your
changes to the SMART Table using the USB bracelet or SMART Sync software.
NOTE
SMART Sync software is included with your toolkit. Other versions of SMART
Sync may not be compatible with the toolkit. Contact SMART Technical Support
for more information.
You can use your SMART Table with other SMART products as part of an overall
learning solution. For example, you can introduce a new concept to students on a
SMART Board™ interactive whiteboard, and then ask the students to explore the idea
in detail using the SMART Table.
How your SMART Table works
Your SMART Table contains five main components:
•Computer
•Projector
• Speakers
•Camera
•Surface
The computer runs the SMART Table software, the projector projects the computer’s
display onto the surface, the speakers play the computer’s audio and the camera
detects students’ touch on the surface. Combined, these components allow students
to interact with SMART Table software.
The computer, projector, speakers and camera are inside the SMART Table’s cabinet,
while the surface is on the SMART Table’s top. The UPS provides backup power to
the computer if power is unexpectedly disconnected from the SMART Table, allowing
the computer to shut down safely.
Your SMART Table uses DViT™ (Digital Vision Touch) technology to detect multiple
students’ touches. Other SMART products use DViT technology, including select
SMART Board interactive whiteboards, SMART Board interactive displays and
SMART Podium™ interactive pen displays.

3 | CHAPTER 1 – OVERVIEW
Standard accessories
Your SMART Table comes with the following accessories:
• USB bracelet
• Power cable specific to your country
• Cabinet keys
• Projector remote control
• Installation instructions
• Warranty information
• Uninterruptible power supply (UPS)
• UPS installation instructions
The USB bracelet
The USB bracelet contains the SMART Table
software as well as a PDF copy of this guide,
which you can view with Adobe® Reader. Use the
bracelet to install the software when you first set
up your SMART Table. Afterward, you can use it
to do the following:
• Install the SMART Table Toolkit on a Windows® or Mac OS computer
• Install new activity packs and applications on your SMART Table
• Update any SMART Table software
NOTES
• The USB bracelet can store up to 2 GB of files (preloaded software takes up
about 1 GB of the 2 GB memory).
• If you lose your SMART USB bracelet, order a new one from your reseller, or
use another generic USB drive.
• The SMART Table Toolkit is also available for download from smarttech.com/
downloads.

4 | CHAPTER 1 – OVERVIEW
Power cable
The power cable provided with your SMART Table is
specific to your region and should work with outlets in
your school.
Connect the power cable to the SMART Table following the instructions in the SMART
Table 230i textless installation instructions (smarttech.com/kb/141081).
If you must extend the power cable across the floor, ensure it’s properly marked to
prevent a trip hazard. SMART Technologies recommends that you connect the power
cable to a power bar rather than directly to an outlet. Contact SMART Technical
Support for a replacement.
Keys
The keys allow you to lock the cabinet to prevent unwanted access to
the computer and projector. Store the keys in a convenient, safe
location.
Projector remote control
The projector remote control is stored on the inside of the cabinet. You don’t need the
remote control while using the table, but SMART recommends that you keep it inside
the cabinet so you can easily locate it when you need to turn the projector on or off or
to adjust the projector’s settings while servicing the table.
Installation instructions
Follow the SMART Table 230i textless installation instructions (smarttech.com/kb/
141081) to unpack and set up your SMART Table.
Warranty information
Retain the warranty information in case an issue occurs with your SMART Table
during the warranty period.
Uninterruptible power supply (UPS)
The UPS provides power to the computer when power fails or if the power cable is
disconnected during table operation. The UPS generates an audible alarm and
signals the computer to shut down safely to protect the computer’s operating system
from damage.

5 | CHAPTER 1 – OVERVIEW
IMPORTANT
• The UPS does not provide power to other table components. You must
connect the SMART Table to a power outlet to resume normal operation.
• The UPS is not installed in your SMART Table when you receive it. You can
use the table without the UPS, but SMART highly recommends that you install
the UPS to protect the computer’s operating system when power is
accidentally or suddenly removed.
UPS installation instructions
Use the installation instructions provided or see Installing the 110/120V Battery
Backup in Your SMART Table ST230i, smarttech.com/kb/141058, or see Installing the
220/240V Battery Backup in Your SMART Table ST230i (smarttech.com/kb/141684)
to install and connect the UPS, and to connect the projector and computer cables.
Using the SMART Table with other SMART
products
The SMART Table complements several SMART products including SMART Board
interactive whiteboards, SMART Sync software and SMART Document Cameras. You
can easily transfer files from your computer directly to the SMART Table using
SMART Sync software or the SMART Table USB bracelet. You can connect a SMART
Document Camera directly to the SMART Table allowing students to capture images
in real time and explore them on the table’s surface.

6 | CHAPTER 1 – OVERVIEW

Chapter 2
Using your SMART Table
In this chapter
•Turning your SMART Table on or off on page 8
•Navigating SMART Table software on page 10
•Using SMART Document Camera with your SMART Table on page 10
After setting up your SMART Table as documented in the SMART Table 230i textless
installation instructions (smarttech.com/kb141081) it is ready to use.
NOTE
Your SMART Table is sensitive to infrared radiation and might interpret bright light
as touches. Therefore, it may be necessary to turn off or remove any spot lights or
other incandescent lighting in the room and move your table away from bright
windows, or close any open blinds or curtains before using your SMART Table.
CAUTION
Do not leave objects on the table’s surface for extended periods.

8 | CHAPTER 2 – USING YOUR SMART TABLE
Turning your SMART Table on or off
After you set up your SMART Table, you can turn it on or off by following these
procedures.
Turning on your SMART Table
To turn on
your SMART Table
1. Connect the power cable to an outlet or connect it to a power bar, and then turn on
the power bar.
NOTE
SMART recommends connecting the power cable to a power bar.
2. Push the Reset switch located on the side of the table.
Your SMART Table’s computer and projector
turn on. The computer completes its startup
process, and the SMART Table Activities
menu appears.
IMPORTANT
Avoid touching the table surface until the
projector starts up and an image appears.
Because the table is touch-sensitive even
though you cannot see an image, you may disrupt or open activities
unintentionally.
Reset switch
USB connectors

9 | CHAPTER 2 – USING YOUR SMART TABLE
Turning off your SMART Table
If the power cable is disconnected or a power bar is turned off while the SMART Table
is turned on, the projector turns off immediately and an audible warning signifies that
the SMART Table computer is running on the uninterruptible power supply’s (UPS)
battery power. After 30 seconds, the UPS signals the computer to shut down to
protect the computer’s operating system.
If you reconnect the power cable within 30 seconds, the SMART Table returns to
normal operation, and the projector performs startup tests before the lamp starts up.
NOTES
• You can’t use the Reset switch to turn off the SMART Table.
• If you press the Reset switch for more than 30 seconds, the computer resets
but the projector turns off.
The following procedure shows the correct way to turn off your SMART Table.
To turn off your
SMART Table
1. From the SMART Table Activities menu, press .
The button moves to another corner.
2. Repeat step 1 for the number of students you’ve set up your table for.
A message appears, informing you that the
computer shutdown process will begin in 30
seconds.
TIPS
– A chime sound plays when the message first appears. This is useful in
situations where you’re away from the SMART Table and the students
accidently press .
– Press Cancel if you accidentally press .
CAUTION
• Do not disconnect the power cable or turn off the power bar until after the fans
turn off. Disconnecting the power cable or turning off the power bar at any
other time can cause projector failure and voids the warranty.
• To prevent a power surge, wait 60 seconds before plugging it back in if you
don’t have a UPS installed.

10 | CHAPTER 2 – USING YOUR SMART TABLE
Navigating SMART Table software
SMART Table Activities is your SMART Table’s primary software. It starts
automatically when you turn on the table. For more information on SMART Table
activities, see the SMART Table Software and SMART Table Toolkit User’s Guide
(smarttech.com/kb/155136).
Using SMART Document Camera with
your SMART Table
When you connect a SMART Document Camera to your SMART Table, you can
record and capture images directly from the document camera onto the table’s screen.
You can use SMART Document Camera models SDC280 and SDC330 with your
table.
You can use the zoom in and out feature from the control panel on the table’s display.
Refer to your SMART Document Camera User’s Guide for more information.
To connect your
document camera to your
SMART Table
1. Verify that your SMART Table is on and in Student mode.
2. Connect your USB cable’s USB-B plug to your document camera, and then
connect the USB-A plug to one of your SMART Table’s USB connectors.
The document camera icon appears on the table’s desktop.
3. Select an application such as Media that supports the use of the
document camera.

Chapter 3
Maintaining your
SMART Table
In this chapter
Your SMART Table only requires minimal maintenance. This chapter describes the
four most common maintenance tasks.
•Cleaning your SMART Table on page 11
•Updating the software on page 11
•Orienting the surface on page 12
•Replacing the projector bulb on page 12
Cleaning your SMART Table
Use an alcohol-free household glass cleaner, such as Windex® glass cleaner, to
clean the surface at regular intervals. You can also use a vinegar and water or a
bleach and water solution to clean and disinfect your table.
NOTE
Before you clean your SMART Table, turn it off so you don’t inadvertently start
applications when you wipe the surface.
Updating the software
The SMART Table Toolkit includes SMART Product Update (SPU). SPU automatically
checks the Internet for updates to the SMART Table software. If SPU indicates that a
new version of software is available, refer to the SMART Table Software and SMART
Table Toolkit User’s Guide (smarttech.com/kb/155136) for instructions.

12 | CHAPTER 3 – MAINTAINING YOUR SMART TABLE
Orienting the surface
Whenever you or a student touch the SMART Table’s surface, a small ×or •should
appear directly below the touch point. If the ×or •isn’t aligned, you may need to orient
the surface.
To orient the surface 1. Turn on your SMART Table.
The SMART Table Activities menu appears.
2. Connect the USB bracelet to your SMART Table.
The menu changes from Student mode to Teacher mode.
3. Click Orient.
The orientation screen appears.
4. Using your finger, press and hold
the center of the first target until the
red cross moves to the next target,
and then repeat this step for each
target.
When you successfully complete
the orientation procedure, the
orientation data saves to your
SMART Table’s memory, and the
SMART Table Activities menu
reappears.
5. Disconnect the USB bracelet.
The menu changes from Teacher mode to Student mode.
Replacing the projector bulb
The average life of a projector lamp is 2000 hours. When the projector lamp has been
used for 2000 hours or more, the following message appears on your SMART Table’s
surface:
It is time to replace the lamp. Use the procedure in the
User’s Guide to replace the lamp as soon as possible.
For more information about replacing the lamp or adjusting the table’s surface image,
see Replacing the Lamp on your SMART Table ST230i (smarttech.com/kb/141683).