Williams AV POINTMAKER CR-400 User manual
CR-400
4K Annotation System
QUICK START GUIDE
General Installation
Connecting the Video Source and Outputs
A video source provides the Pointmaker a video image.
The Pointmaker incorporates any annotations, then
outputs the combined annotations and video image to a
display. Examples of video sources include DVD players,
computers, cameras, and television sets. Outputs can
be to projectors, monitors or other display devices. In
the Pointmaker CR-400, the source can be from HDMI
or USB.
HDMI Connectors
To connect HDMI video:
1. HDMI Input into Pointmaker: Using HDMI video
cable, connect the Pointmaker HDMI In on the back
panel to HDMI out on a HDMI video source.
2. HDMI Output from Pointmaker: Using HDMI video
cable, connect the Pointmaker HDMI Out to HDMI In
on a HDMI video source.
USB Connectors
Connect the device to one of the USB ports on the back
of the Pointmaker. The system supports up to 5 USB 3.0
devices, and can support more with a hub.
Connecting Physical Controllers
IMPORTANT: Be sure to power down the Pointmaker
before connecting or disconnecting any controllers. The
Pointmaker will automatically detect installed controllers
once powered on. If you change controllers or add a
new controller, you need to power down, install the new
controller(s), then power the device on.
Connecting a Keyboard, Tablet or other USB Devices
Connect the device(s) to any USB port on the
Pointmaker. The system supports up to 5 USB 3.0
devices.
Connecting the Phoenix-style Connector
Connect the wires from your remote power controller
(or other device) to the Pointmaker’s Phoenix-style
connector (green connector labeled PWR SW). When
the relay is thrown, the Pointmaker will power on or o,
as a toggle.
Connecting Touch Screens and Whiteboards
The Pointmaker is compatible with many types of touch
screens. Install the touch screen to the monitor as
directed by your touch screen manufacturer.
Connecting a Mouse Device via USB
Connect the mouse device to a USB port on the back of
the Pointmaker.
Remote Control: CR-400 Control App
The CR-400 has the CR-400 Control app. This app is
available for Apple phones and tablets from the Apple
App Store. The app allows you to control the CR-400
remotely make annotations, and switch video sources
from your Apple device. For more information on the
app, see For Additional Information
Power On
NOTE: In order for the Pointmaker to properly sync with the
video signals, the sources should be turned on first.
To power on the CR-400:
1. Plug the power cord into the back of the Pointmaker
and then into any grounded outlet.
2. Plug the power cords from any video source(s),
controller(s), and display(s) into any grounded outlet.
3. Turn on each of the connected units, and then
press the power button on the front panel of the
Pointmaker.
After a moment, a Pointmaker splash screen will appear,
followed by the initializing of the ports, and ending with
a copyright message.
Basic Configuration
Main Menu Basics
The main menu is a large, hidden main menu system
mostly used for setup and configuration.
Use a keyboard to access this menu for initial
configuration. This menu will need to be accessed to
get your device connected to the network.
Activating the Menu
Keyboard: Press Setup Menu (Print Screen) key.
Touch Screen (or Whiteboard): Tap the upper center
function area.
Making Menu Selections
Keyboard: Use arrow to move to your selection and
press the Enter key.
Touch Screen (or Whiteboard): Tap the screen over the
option you want to select.
Network Setup
1. Activate the menu system. The Main Menu appears.
2. Select the Network option. The Network Menu
appears.
3. Select Network Setup. The Network Setup menu
appears. This dialog prepares the CR-400 for
communicating on your network.
4. Select DHCP or STATIC. Consult with your IT
administrator if you need help with these entries.
• If DHCP is selected, IP Address, Netmask, Gateway
and Nameserver are assigned automatically.
• If STATIC is selected, you must make entries for IP
Address, Netmask, Gateway and Nameserver.
5. Enter the hostname, if desired. The hostname must
be one word with no spaces.
6. Select Apply Settings to finish the network
configuration.
7. Exit the menu system.
Selecting Video Sources
If the correct video source was not automatically
selected:
1. Activate the main menu.
2. Select Display. The Display menu appears.
3. Select Video Source. The video source menu
appears.
4. Select from HDMI, USB, Streaming, or chalkboard.
5. If streaming, enter any additional stream information.
6. Select the video source you wish to use, and exit the
menu system.
Calibrating Touch Screen Controllers
Calibration ensures an intuitive and precise feel to
drawing and marking over the particular monitor you are
using.
Calibrations are automatically saved for each video port.
If you move a touch screen to a dierent port, run the
calibration again. If you have a touch screen display with
multiple video inputs, you should calibrate the touch
screen for each input.
All calibrations are stored in battery backed-up memory.
The most recent calibration will be recalled any time
power is cycled o and on.
From the Menu System
1. Activate the menu system. The Main Menu appears.
2. Select Devices. The Devices menu appears
3. Select Calibration. The Calibration Menu appears.
4. In the Calibration Menu, select the controller you
want to calibrate. The calibration screen for the
selected controller appears.
5. Follow the calibration instructions displayed
on-screen. As you touch the target, it will disappear
and the next target will appear. Repeat until all 12
targets have been calibrated. After you perform
final calibration procedures, the Calibration dialog
automatically disappears, and you return to the menu
system.
6. Exit the menu system. Repeat this process for each
video input on your touch screen display.
For Additional Information
This manual is a quick start guide for getting your
Pointmaker device up-and-running. It covers basic cable
connection and setup. Most features and customization
options are not documented in this manual.
For additional information, feature instructions,
commands, warranty information and more, please
download the full user manual from the Pointmaker
CR-400 product page on Pointmaker’s website.
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