Mobile Multimedia Cabinet

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FCC Warning This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a "Class B" digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception (this can be determined by turning the equipment off and on) the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures: l Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. l Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver. l Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected. l Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

Any changes or modifications to this "Class B" digital device that have not been expressly approved by SMART Technologies Inc. could void the user's authority to operate the equipment.

Trademark Notice SMART Expression, SMART Board, and SMART Notebook are trademarks of SMART Technologies Inc. Microsoft and Windows are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the U.S. and/or other countries. Macintosh is a trademark of Apple Computer, Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries.

Copyright Notice © 1997–2002 SMART Technologies Inc. All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced, transmitted, transcribed, stored in a retrieval system or translated into any language in any form by any means without the prior written consent of SMART. Information in this manual is subject to change without notice and does not represent a commitment on the part of SMART. About This Guide

The SMART Expression™ Integrator's Guide provides the integrator with all the information necessary for preparing the cabinet, installing the user's choice of computer and peripherals, and, finally, making all necessary connections to external components. We also hope this guide may enhance your understanding of how the equipment you integrate works together, as well as how these resources can be shared with guest laptop users of an Expression cabinet.

Section 1: Overview The first section of this guide provides an overview of how the unique features of the cabinet work, both discretely and in combination with other Expression cabinet components.

Section 2: Preparing the Cabinet This section provides you with the information necessary to prepare the Expression cabinet for the subsequent integration of equipment.

Section 3: Installing Equipment in the Cabinet Here you will find instructions for integrating and connecting the computer and a variety of peripherals into the Expression cabinet.

Section 4: Connecting External Components This section tells you how to make connections via the connection panel to external devices, such as the SMART Board interactive whiteboard or a room sound system via the various connection panels. You'll also find information on making network connections to the Expression cabinet.

Section 5: Contacting SMART Technologies This final section tells you how to contact us if you have a problem during the integration process.

Appendix A: Identifying Cabinet Icons This appendix tells you which functions are associated with the cabinet icons.

Appendix B: Troubleshooting Guide If you experience difficulties during the integration process, check this appendix for a possible solution.

Appendix C: Adapters from SMART Technologies for Connecting Macintosh® Computers This appendix tells you about the two kits available from SMART Technologies for connecting Macintosh internal computers and guest laptops to the Expression cabinet.

About This Guide Other SMART Documentation A variety of documentation is available for the cabinet user. For example, the Expression User's Guide shows you how to optimize any available multimedia resources. If a SMART Board interactive whiteboard is connected to the cabinet, a SMART Board User's Guide is available to help the user make the most of this valuable, touch-sensitive presentation tool. In addition, each SMART software program offers a comprehensive online tool.

About This Guide Contents

Cabinet Overview ...... 1 Control Panel ...... 2 Connection Panels...... 4 SMART X-Port 10 Unit...... 6 Power Management System...... 8 Audio System...... 11 Bi-Directional Printer Switch ...... 13 Preparing the Cabinet...... 14 Removing the Front, Top and Side Panels...... 14 Adjusting the Shelving ...... 16 Installing Equipment in the Cabinet ...... 17 Installing a Computer, Keyboard and Mouse...... 18 Installing a Keyboard and Mouse ...... 22 Installing a Projector ...... 23 Connecting the Projector ...... 25 Installing a Printer ...... 30 Installing a VCR ...... 32 Installing a Multifunction Device...... 34 Connecting External Components ...... 35 Connecting the Power Cord...... 35 Connecting a SMART Board Interactive Whiteboard ...... 36 Software Installation...... 39 Using the SMART On-Screen Display Controller ...... 40 Configuring and Using On-Screen Display Controls ...... 40 Using the SMART Bulb Saver...... 42 Connecting External Serial Devices ...... 43 Connecting External Video Devices ...... 43 Connecting an External Sound System ...... 43 Connecting a Network to the Internal Computer and the Guest Laptop...... 44 Contacting SMART Technologies...... 45 Contacting SMART Technical Support...... 45 Other SMART Contacts ...... 45 Appendix A: Identifying Cabinet Icons...... 46 Control Panel Icons...... 46 Standard Connection Panel Icons ...... 46 Appendix B: Troubleshooting Guide...... 47 Appendix C: SMART Adapters for Macintosh Computers...... 50 Macintosh Conversion Kit (Non-USB Macintosh Connection) ...... 50 SMART USB Adapter (USB-Equipped Macintosh Connection) ...... 50 Index...... 51

Table of Contents

Cabinet Overview

The SMART Expression mobile multimedia cabinet integrates the user's choice of peripheral presentation devices into a complete easy-to-use computer and communications package. As an integrator, your task is to provide a customized cabinet that meets the needs of the user, with the computer and all requested peripherals in place and connected.

The cabinet is preconfigured with an audio system and all necessary wiring, cables and connections for you to install your customer's choice of equipment. A variety of adjustable shelves provide the flexibility necessary to accommodate a variety of brands and models of peripherals. You can include any of the following peripherals in an Expression cabinet: • computer • LCD/DLP projector • multifunction device • SMART Board interactive whiteboard • VCR • document camera • DVD player • printer • scanner

DVD Player

VCR

Scanner (with optional slide-out shelf )

Projector

Computer SMART Board

Multifunction Device Printer A Few Peripherals for Cabinet Integration

SMART Expression 503 Integrator’s Guide 1 Control Panel

Located on top of the cabinet, next to the projector mirror, the Control Panel includes the following controls and connectors:

1. Cables for connecting a guest laptop computer to the Expression cabinet: 1a. 3.5 mm stereo audio cable (male) 1b. CAT 5e network connector, providing network accessibility for the guest-laptop user 1c. Serial (female) 1d. DB15 HD video cable (male) 1e. DB25 parallel printer/scanner cable (male) NOTES: • All these cables, with the exception of the printer cable and the network cable, terminate at the SMART X-Port 10 unit, a switching device that allows a guest laptop to take over from the internal computer and display and control a projector, an audio system and a SMART Board interactive whiteboard. For more information on the SMART X-Port 10 unit, turn to page 6. • The printer/scanner cable allows the laptop to use the internal printer or scanner. This cable is connected to a parallel port switch, which enables the internal computer and the guest laptop to share printer/scanner use. 2. A Display Source switch to toggle the projection display between the internal PC and the guest laptop. This switch is especially handy if the guest laptop user wants to access the software resources of the internal computer temporarily, and then switch back to the laptop. 3. A Volume Control dial that controls the audio levels for two mixed audio sources and the unamplified audio out, both internal and external. 4. An IEC AC Power Outlet (country-specific adapter supplied) to provide power for the guest laptop, or any external device requiring power. 5. The Main Power switch. When this switch is turned on, all peripherals are powered up. Note that you may need to toggle on some computers and projectors (that start up in Standby mode) after you activate cabinet power.

2 SMART Expression 503 Integrator’s Guide 4. IEC AC power outlet (country-specific adaptor supplied) 1a. Audio Cable 1b. Network Cable

5. Main power switch 1c. SMART Board Interactive Whiteboard Serial Cable

1d. Video Cable

1e. Printer Cable

2. Display Source Switch

3. Volume Control Dial

Control Panel

SMART Expression 503 Integrator’s Guide 3 Connection Panels

As you face the front of the cabinet (the side with the speakers), you'll see the Connection Panels on the lower-right side. The Standard Connection Panel (included on every unit) enables you to connect a number of external video, audio and serial devices (such as a SMART Board interactive whiteboard), as well as make network connections. The IEC power inlet for the power cord, which delivers power to the entire cabinet, is located to the right of this series of connection panels.

12V 12 V 12V

1 2 3

12V L R

Connection Panel IEC Power Inlet Cable Management Strap

Connection Panels

4 SMART Expression 503 Integrator’s Guide 2. Video OUT 1. DB9 Serial Port (Whiteboard)

F M

LAPTOP COMPUTER 12V L R

5. Network Connection

3. Audio OUT 4. PS/2 Power (Whiteboard)

Close-up of Standard Connection Panel

The Standard Connection Panel 1. SMART Board interactive whiteboard serial connection: A DB9 serial port connector for connecting the SMART Board interactive whiteboard to the X-Port 10 unit. 2. An external video output (DB15 HD video port) delivers a video signal to an external projector or monitor. 3. External audio outputs (left and right RCA audio jacks) for connecting an external sound system (controlled by the Volume Control Dial in the Control Panel). 4. SMART Board interactive whiteboard power: A mini-DIN 6-pos. PS/2 connector (female) to provide power to the SMART Board interactive whiteboard. 5. Two CAT 5e connectors for making network connections from the internal computer and/or the guest laptop (via the Control Panel) to a network.

SMART Expression 503 Integrator’s Guide 5 SMART X-Port 10 Unit

Prjec o tor Video Computer 2 Vi deo

Speaker Power Computer 1 Vi deo

Pe n Try a Power

Po wer Su pply

Computer 2 Ser ia l Data TM Pe n Try a Data X-Port 10

Computer 1 Ser ia l Data Speaker Aud io Au tomat ic Mode Computer 2 Microphone Computer 1

Computer 1 Audi o Computer 2 Audi o

Microphone 1 Microphone 2

The SMART X-Port 10 unit is attached to the multi-mount panel just behind the peripheral cavity. This switching device automatically overrides the internal connections, changing over the video, audio and serial inputs from the internal computer to the guest laptop computer. This allows a laptop user to take control away from the internal computer and use the sound system, projector and SMART Board interactive whiteboard.

The guest laptop user connects to the X-Port 10 unit via connectors in the Control Panel. In addition to these Control Panel connections, you must connect the internal projector and computer to the X-Port 10 unit. The X-Port 10 unit and its numbered connections are shown in the figure below. The numbers refer to the actual labeled cables that are connected to the unit.

NOTE: The Projector Video cable is not supplied with Expression cabinet. Use the video cable that comes with the projector.

Computer 2 Video Projector’s Projector Video #7 Video Cable

Speaker Power Computer 1 Video SMART X-PortTM 10 #5 Pen Tray Power

#39 Power Supply 12V DC

Computer 2 Serial #104

#51 Pen Tray Data

Automatic Mode Computer 1 Serial Speaker #59 #14 Computer 2 Shorting pins 1 & 2 Computer 1 Microphone toggles source computer. 13 5 79

Computer 2 Audio #17 Computer 1 Audio 246810 #15

Microphone 1 Microphone 2

Close-up View of X-Port 10 Unit

6 SMART Expression 503 Integrator’s Guide A laptop user simply plugs the audio, video and serial cables from the Control Panel into the appropriate ports on the back of the laptop. As soon as the X-Port 10 unit senses a video signal from the laptop, it switches the projector, speakers and SMART Board interactive whiteboard control over from the internal computer to the laptop. When the laptop is booted up, the video in the guest laptop computer is then routed to the cabinet projector and displayed on the screen. With the aid of SMART Board software included with the cabinet, a laptop presentation can be managed and controlled by touching the board.

The schematic diagram below shows how the X-Port 10 unit works. Outlying numbers refer to the labeled cables connected to the unit.

All circuits are switched when: a) a valid video signal is detected on Video 2 Input b) the remote momentary contact push button (Display Source Switch) is pressed

Video 1 Input (Internal Computer)

Video Out (to Projector) Video 2 Input (Guest Laptop)

Serial Data 1 (Internal Computer) To SMART Board Interactive #104 Whiteboard Serial Data 2 #51 (Guest Laptop)

Line Audio Out #17 (from Internal PC) Switched Line Audio Out #14 (to Expression Audio Mixer) Line Audio Out #15 (from Guest Laptop)

Unused Auxiliary Relay (24V, 750mA max.)

Schematic Diagram of X-Port 10 Unit

SMART Expression 503 Integrator’s Guide 7 Power Management System

One cord − the cabinet power cord − powers the entire system. You can control the power using the Main Power Switch in the Control Panel. After you've finished wiring the projector and computer, plug the power cord into the IEC power inlet near the connection panel, and then to the nearest power outlet. This way, you'll be able to make adjustments to the projected computer image during the integration process itself. However, you may want to power down the cabinet before proceeding with the remaining wiring tasks.

The power system has received CE, CSA and CSA NTRL/C certification. The system supports International Power Standards (90V − 250V, 50 Hz − 60 Hz) and country specific- to-IEC cables are included with all units. The power management system is comprised of both AC and DC components and is described in the wiring diagrams below.

WARNING: For user safety, only IEC Standards-approved peripheral devices should be used.

AC Power Distribution The internal AC power bar uses IEC connectors. Power cables are included to convert IEC power bar outlets to country-specific requirements. The diagram below depicts the internal AC-power distribution, showing both the pre-installed and provided cabling. In all wiring diagrams in this manual, each cable end is assigned a number with a differential of one from its counterpart. For example, the extension cable for the printer is #81 at the power-bar end and #82 at the printer end. A table summarizing all cable connections can be found on the next page.

94 92 96 Control Panel

+12V

90

78 95 91 89 85 102 81 77 87 83

93

Connection Panel 99 84 103 82 88 100 86 101

Projector Scanner Printer VCR Internal Computer Pre-installed cable

Provided, non-installed cable

AC Power Distribution

8 SMART Expression 503 Integrator’s Guide Cable # Cable Description Connection Mode 77-78 IEC-to-IEC power provides power from power bar to DC (universal) power (M-F) supply

81-82 IEC-to-country-specific extension cable for printer power into the IEC power bar (not (M-F) installed, located in Accessory Kit)

83-84 IEC-to-IEC power provides power for internal PC (IEC power bar to internal (M-F) PC)

85-86 IEC-to-IEC power provides power for projector (IEC power bar to projector) (M-F)

87-88 IEC-to-country-specific extension cable for VCR power into the IEC power bar (not (M-F) installed, located in Accessory Kit)

89-90 IEC-to-IEC provides power for DC (universal) power supply (IEC power (M-F) bar to DC power supply)

91-92 IEC outlet-to-quick connect AC power from IEC power bar to the Control Panel outlet

93-94 quick connect-to-quick AC power from the main power inlet to the Control Panel connect power switch

95-96 IEC outlet-to-quick connect AC power inlet from the Control Panel power switch to the IEC power bar

99-100 IEC-to-country-specific Power cord to external power outlet (not installed, located in (F-M) Accessory Kit)

101 IEC Power outlet (country- power adapter for laptops and other peripherals (not (M-F) specific adapter included) installed, located in Accessory Kit)

102-103 IEC-to-country-specific extra extension cable to the IEC power bar (not installed, (M-F) located in Accessory Kit)

AC Power Distribution Table

Expression Cabinet DC Power Distribution An internal 12V DC power supply provides power for the audio system and SMART X-Port 10 switch. Up to 1 amp at 12V DC is also made available for simplified integration of low power peripherals. The diagram on the next page depicts the internal DC power distribution, showing both the pre-installed and provided cabling. A table describing all cable connections follows the diagram.

SMART Expression 503 Integrator’s Guide 9 Audio Mixer Control Panel 45

12

11

+12V 38 39 X-Port 10 44

37 41 46 43 40 42 X-Port 10 Amplifier Power Distribution Board

Pre-installed cable Connection Panel

DC Power Distribution

Cable # Cable Description Connection Mode 11-12 power supply to bitronics provides DC power to switch printer feed switch

37-38 cable from power supply a 12V, 3.4A universal power supply that provides DC power

39-40 DC-to-DC power provides DC power to the X-Port 10 unit from the (M-M) power distribution board

41-42 DC-to-DC power provides DC power from the power distribution board (M-M) to the SMART Board interactive whiteboard PS/2 connector on the connection panel

43-44 DC-to-DC power provides DC power from the power distribution board (M-M) to the amplifier

45-46 DC-to-DC power provides DC power to the audio mixer from the power (M-M) distribution board

DC Power Distribution Table

10 SMART Expression 503 Integrator’s Guide Audio System

As you read the following description of the cabinet’s audio system, refer to the numbered cables in the diagram and the table on the following page for cable locations and descriptions.

NOTE: In all the wiring diagrams in this manual, each cable end is assigned a number with a differential of one from its counterpart. For example, the extension cable for the printer is #81 at the power bar end and #82 at the printer end.

Internal Audio System The Audio Mixer is an audio line-level mixing and signal distribution circuit that is the key to the internal audio system. The Audio Mixer derives audio input from two sources: the internal PC or guest laptop via the X-Port 10 unit and any other internal source, such as a VCR player or DVD equipment. The Audio Mixer combines the two audio signals, and delivers the buffered mixed signal to both the amplifier (cable #23-24) and the Audio Out jacks in the connection panel (cable #21-22).

From the internal amplifier, the sound is dispersed to the 15-watt speakers on the front panel (cables #25-26 and 27-28). From the connection panel, the unamplified audio output is delivered to an external audio system.

The X-Port 10 switching allows the internal computer (cable #17-18) and guest laptop (cable #15-16) to share the audio system. The Volume Control dial in the Control Panel controls both the internal and external sound levels.

External Audio System Support The audio system is designed to accommodate an external audio system, such as a room audio system. The left and right Audio Out jacks in the connection panel deliver mixed sound from both the computer (either the internal or guest laptop) and the VCR (or DVD) player to an amplified room audio system.

The schematic diagram below shows how the Audio Mixer functions to combine and buffer audio sources.

From VCR or DVD Audio Buffered Line Out to Out: left and right RCA Expression Audio Power jacks Amplifier: 3.5 mm stereo jack

Buffered Line Out to Connection Panel for use From X-Port 10 Audio with a room audio Out: 3.5 mm stereo jack system: 3.5 mm stereo jack

Schematic Diagram of Audio Mixer

SMART Expression 503 Integrator’s Guide 11 15

Control Panel 21 10 13 23

26 28 Speaker Speaker

25 X-Port 10 27 14 Speaker 24 16 17 22 X-Port 10 Unit Amplifier

Connection Panel 18

Pre-installed cable 9

VCR Internal Computer Audio System Components and Connections

Cable # Cable Description Connection Mode 9-10 RCA L/R audio stereo from a VCR or DVD player to the audio mixer (M-M)

13-14 3.5 mm stereo computer audio from the X-Port 10 unit to the audio mixer (M-M)

15-16 3.5 mm stereo laptop audio from control panel to the X-Port 10 unit (M-M)

17-18 3.5 mm stereo internal computer audio to the X-Port 10 unit (M-M)

21-22 3.5 mm stereo mixed VCR and computer audio from the audio mixer to (M-M) the connection panel

23-24 3.5 mm stereo mixed VCR and computer audio from the audio mixer to (M-M) the amplifier

25-26 audio wire amplified, mixed audio from amplifier to speaker

27-28 audio wire amplified, mixed audio from amplifier to speaker

Audio Connections Table

12 SMART Expression 503 Integrator’s Guide Bi-Directional Printer Switch

The cabinet’s printer switch is a Belkin AutoSwitch which is attached to the multi-mount panel, just behind the peripheral cavity and to the right of the X-Port 10 unit. This printer switch allows communication between the printer/scanner and the internal PC or the guest laptop, automatically switching printer or scanner control between the two.

You'll see three cables connected to the printer switch: a Centronics cable (the other end of which is connected to the printer) and two DB25 parallel cables. One of these cables is connected to the Control Panel for guest laptop use, and the other is connected to the internal computer.

Centronics cable to printer

Parallel cable to Control Panel Parallel cable to internal computer (guest laptop connection)

Bi-Directional Printer Switch Connections

SMART Expression 503 Integrator’s Guide 13 Preparing the Cabinet

To integrate equipment with ease and efficiency, we recommend that you first remove the front, top and side panels. Removing these panels allows you to install and connect multimedia equipment without hindrance. If you're installing a scanner in addition to the standard complement of peripherals, or if the peripherals are non-standard sizes, you may also need to add or adjust the shelving before you begin.

Before you begin disassembly, ensure that the cabinet is unplugged, particularly before removing the front panel.

Removing the Front, Top and Side Panels The integrator's first task is to remove the cabinet's front, top and side panels. This is necessary to ensure the unhindered access you’ll need for integrating and wiring the computer, projector, printer and other peripherals. Due to the weight of these panels, we recommend that two people perform the procedures that follow.

You must remove panels in the following sequence: Remove the front panel first, then the top, and, finally, the two side panels. Once removed, the panels should be laid flat or securely propped against a wall to prevent damage while you install the equipment. Also, place all the fasteners you remove in a secure place while you install the equipment in the cabinet.

Tools Required • a security hex key for removing the fasteners that secure the front panel to the frame (provided in the Accessory Kit)

• A 5/32" hex key for removing the top and side panels (provided in the Accessory Kit)

2. Remove Top Panel 3. Remove Side Panel

Brackets that hook onto lower rail

3. Remove Side Panel

Security Bolts

1. Remove Front Panel

Removing the Front, Top and Side Panels

14 SMART Expression 503 Integrator’s Guide 1. To remove the front panel: 1. Remove the two security bolts from the top of the front panel (the side with speakers), using the security hex key provided in the Accessory Kit. 2. Pull the top of the panel towards you only until you can reach your hand behind the panel. You'll see that the panel remains attached to the cabinet via the two speaker wires. To release the panel, disconnect the speakers by firmly pulling apart the two white, plastic TAKE NOTE quick-release tabs, located about 12" (30 cm) behind each speaker. 3. Lift the panel up and off the lower rail.

2. To remove the top panel: 1. Open the mirror flap at the top and the access door at the back of the cabinet. 2. Remove the three bolts that secure the top panel to the back of the cabinet (door side) using the 5/32" hex key provided in the Accessory Kit. These bolts are located to the right of the door, and the heads of these bolts can be clearly seen from below.

Location of three top panel bolts on the back of the cabinet

3. Remove the four bolts that secure the top panel to the front of the cabinet (speaker side) using the hex key.

Location of two bolts per side rail

Location of four top panel bolts on the front of the cabinet

4. Lift the top straight up and then over the open mirror flap. 3. To remove the side panels: 1. From the inside of the cabinet, remove the two bolts that secure each side panel to the upper rail. Use the provided 5/32" hex key. 2. Lift each side panel up and off the lower rails.

SMART Expression 503 Integrator’s Guide 15 Adjusting the Shelving The cabinet supports a wide variety of computer and multimedia equipment. There are certain size limitations, however, so be aware of the following cabinet dimensions:

• The projector cavity, containing the adjustable projector shelf, can support projectors as large as 14" W x 9" H x 18" D (35.6 cm x 22.9 cm x 45.5 cm) in size.

• The peripheral cavity, which stores the computer and other peripherals, is 29" W x 24" H x 18" D (73.5 cm x 61 cm x 45.5 cm). The computer area also contains a small accessory basket for storing items from the Accessory Kit. The shelf upon which the basket rests can be adjusted or removed to accommodate an especially high computer tower.

To accommodate various equipment sizes, you may need to move the shelves up or down. However, once you remove the front, top and side panels, these are very simple procedures. The two shelf sizes are 19" W x 18" D (48.3 cm x 45.7 cm) and 9"W x 18" D (22.9 cm x 45.7 cm) apply to both sliding and fixed shelving. Each shelf has a weight restriction of 50 lb. (22.7 kg).

To move the shelving up or down: 1. Remove the four screws that secure the shelf to the vertical uprights with a 1/8" hex key. 2. Slide the shelf out. 3. Slide the shelf clips to the new setting. NOTE: Shelves can be moved up or down in half-inch increments. 4. Replace the shelf, aligning it with the shelf clips, and replace the four screws to secure the shelf in its new position.

To replace a fixed shelf with a sliding shelf: 1. Using the 1/8" hex key, remove the fixed shelf, and put the four screws that secured it to the vertical uprights aside until step 3. 2. Extend the sliding shelf to its fullest extent and position the two outer rail supports against the vertical uprights, aligning the supports to the shelf clips. 3. Using the 1/8" hex key, secure the outer rail to the shelf clips with the four previously removed screws.

16 SMART Expression 503 Integrator’s Guide Installing Equipment in the Cabinet

The preferred order of installation is the computer first, followed by the projector, VCR, scanner and printer (or multi-function device).

With the exception of the scanner, which is connected to the printer, all equipment is connected to the two switching devices that permit resource sharing between the internal computer and the guest laptop − the SMART X-Port 10 unit (see page 6) and the bi- directional printer switch (see page 13).

Many connections have been pre-wired in our factory. For example, all initial connections originating from the two switching devices have been made for you.

We've further simplified the connection procedures by numbering all cables, and referring to the cables by these numbers in the installation instructions and wiring diagrams that follow. Refer to these numbers and the accompanying wiring diagrams as you perform the cabinet integration procedures. In all wiring diagrams in this manual, each cable end is assigned a number with a differential of one from its counterpart. For example, the extension cable for the printer is #81 at the power bar end and #82 at the printer end.

NOTE: You'll also find ten peripheral straps in the Accessory Kit. Use them to secure the peripherals to their shelves.

SMART Expression 503 Integrator’s Guide 17 Installing a Computer The computer cavity is a flexible space that can be configured for the varying heights of PC towers. The computer cavity also contains an accessory shelf that can be adjusted upwards or removed if you're installing an especially high computer tower. For ease of access, prior to installing the internal PC, the front, top and side panels of the cabinet should be removed, as described on pages 14-15.

The computer requires more wiring than any other piece of equipment you'll install in the cabinet. The diagrams and tables below should help you sort out which cables you'll need to connect to the computer. To make cable management easier, the cables are bundled together by cable ties. Notice that many of the connections you'll make originate at the X- Port 10 unit and the Printer switch. All the external peripheral cables will connect to the connection panel, including the network, the SMART Board interactive whiteboard and any other external serial device.

For Macintosh computer installation, use the SMART USB adapter (USB-ADP) for USB- equipped Macintosh computers or, for serial connection, the various adapters available in the Macintosh Conversion Kit, all of which are available from SMART Technologies Inc. Turn to page 50 for more information on these adapters.

SHUTDOWN NOTE: When you turn the cabinet off via the Main Power switch, the computer will automatically be turned off. You may prefer to perform an orderly computer shutdown sequence prior to turning the cabinet off.

1. Slide the PC tower into place on the PC shelf, leaving sufficient space at the rear to make the necessary connections.

Computer Cavity

2. Make the connections that are necessary to support all the peripherals that will be installed in the cabinet. You'll notice a bundle of cables near the back of the PC shelf. These cables are labeled to facilitate the connections you'll need to make. You can also refer to the following table and diagrams.

18 SMART Expression 503 Integrator’s Guide Cable Cable Connection Mode Description 3-4 (M-M) DB15 HD video Cable supplied with projector 13-14 (M-M) 3.5 mm stereo Audio mixer to X-Port 10 unit 33-34 (M-M) Centronics printer Parallel switch to printer/scanner 5-6 (M-M) DB15 HD Video PC to projector via X-Port 10 unit 17-18 (M-M) 3.5 mm stereo PC audio to audio mixer via X-Port 10 unit 29-30 (M-M) parallel PC to printer via printer switch 58-59 (M-F) DB9 serial Interactive whiteboard to PC via X-Port 10 unit 62-63 (M-M) network RJ45 cable from PC to connection panel 83-84 IEC-to-IEC power for internal PC

Internal Computer Connections

2a. Connect the computer to the projector (via the X-Port 10 unit): Plug the DB15 HD video cable #6 into the monitor video connector on the back of the computer.

Install now Not included with cabinet

4 X-Port 10 5

From X-Port 10 unit X-Port 10 Unit 6

3

5-6

Projector

To Monitor Video Computer

2b. Connect the computer to the audio mixer (via the X-Port 10 unit): Plug the 3.5 mm stereo cable #18 into the Audio Line Out jack on the back of the computer.

From X-Port 10 unit Audio Mixer Control Panel 13

14 18 17 X-Port 10 17-18 X-Port 10 Unit

To Audio Out Install now Internal Pre-installed Computer

SMART Expression 503 Integrator’s Guide 19 2c. Connect the computer to the printer and/or scanner: Plug the parallel printer cable #30 into the parallel port connector on the back of the computer. If a scanner will be connected to the printer, both peripherals will be automatically connected to the computer via cable #30.

Parallel Switch

33

29

Install now

To Parallel Port Centronics printer cable 30

34 29-30

From Printer Switch Internal Printer/Scanner Computer

2d. Connect the internal PC to the SMART Board interactive whiteboard via the X-Port 10: Plug the DB9 serial cable #58 to a vacant serial port. This connection allows the guest laptop to control the SMART Board interactive whiteboard.

54

Control Panel

104 X-Port 10 To Serial Port 59

58-59 To SMART Board interactive X-Port 10 Unit whiteboard 58 From X-Port 10 Pre-installed null modem cable Install now

Internal Computer

2e. Connect the computer to the network: Plug the RJ45 network cable #63 from the connection panel to the network card in the computer.

From Connection 63 Panel

62

62-63

To Network In Standard Connection Panel Internal Computer

20 SMART Expression 503 Integrator’s Guide 2f. Connect the computer to the IEC power: Plug IEC-to-IEC cable #84 from the power bar into the power inlet on the back of the computer.

83 Power bar

To Power Inlet

84 83-84

Internal From Power Bar Computer

SMART Expression 503 Integrator’s Guide 21 Installing a Keyboard and Mouse You can install a conventional keyboard, an infrared keyboard and receiver, or a radio frequency keyboard and receiver on the retractable keyboard shelf. This shelf measures 22" W x 10" D (56 cm x 25.5 cm). If you're using an infrared keyboard, position the receiver towards the back of the shelf, in line with the infrared keyboard. However, since an infrared keyboard will be restricted by the position of the receiver, we recommend either the radio frequency or conventional keyboard with the cabinet.

Install infrared receiver here

Keyboard and Mouse Shelf

If you're also installing a SMART Board interactive whiteboard, we recommend you install a PS/2 mouse rather than a serial mouse because of the limited availability of serial ports on the internal computer.

To install a conventional keyboard: 1. Make sure the computer is turned off, and then fully extend the retractable keyboard shelf. 2. Place the conventional keyboard on the shelf and pull the keyboard cable through the gap at the back of the shelf, draping it down behind the computer. 3. Connect the PS/2 connector to the PS/2 keyboard port on the rear of the computer.

To install a mouse: 1. Make sure the computer is turned off. 2. Place the mouse next to the keyboard on the keyboard shelf, and pull the mouse cable through the gap at the back of the shelf, draping it behind the computer. 3. Locate the PS/2 mouse port on the rear of the computer, and connect the PS/2 connector.

22 SMART Expression 503 Integrator’s Guide Installing a Projector

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Of the various peripheral devices you'll install in the cabinet, the projector is the most challenging. You may need to adjust the projector shelf vertically and angle it so the projected image hits the mirror and is then cast onto the screen or the SMART Board interactive whiteboard.

The following points should be kept in mind: • The projector should be positioned as high as possible within the projector cavity and as close to the top of the projector shelf as possible without protruding beyond the top of the cabinet (you must be able to close the mirror flap). • The maximum projector size that can be accommodated by the projector shelf and cavity is 14" W x 9" H x 18" D (35.6 cm x 22.9 cm x 45.5 cm). The projector platform itself is 14" W x 18" D (35.5 cm x 45.5 cm). • The shelf should be as flat as possible, with a minimal amount of tipping from the horizontal. • The installed projector bulb shouldn't exceed 500 watts, and its keystone range (projection angle) should be from 8 to 18 degrees. • SHUTDOWN NOTE: Once installed and running, you can use the projector's remote control to put the projector into standby mode before turning the cabinet off. By doing this, you allow the projector bulb to cool down before the projector is automatically switched off via the Main Power Switch.

SMART Expression 503 Integrator’s Guide 23 Before You Begin 1. Pull the mirror flap up until it is completely open, and then close it by approximately 10 degrees. NOTE: If you move the mirror after the projector is in place, you’ll alter the height of the image on the projected surface. 2. Adjust the projector's feet so that it is as level as possible prior to installing it in the cabinet.

Adjusting the Projector Platform Height 1. It may be necessary to raise or lower the platform to accommodate the projector, depending on the projector height. If you need to adjust the platform height, use the 5/32" hex key provided in the Accessory Kit to remove the four upper and lower screws that secure the platform to the vertical uprights.

Mirror (Opened and then Adjusted downwards 10 Degrees)

Projector

Shelf Clips Loosen track screw to rotate platform. Access from inside.

2. Remove the projector platform. If necessary, remove and adjust the projector backstop to accommodate the projector. Using the 5/32" hex key, remove the 3 screws that secure the backstop and adjust it up or down in increments of 3/4". The backstop is a safety precaution to stop the projector from sliding off the shelf if the straps come loose for any reason, or while the projector is in the process of being strapped down.

Backstop

24 SMART Expression 503 Integrator’s Guide NOTE: The projector should be as close to the front of the shelf as possible, without obstructing the closure of the mirror flap or hitting the top of the cabinet. Since the top of the cabinet has been removed, use the front and back top rails as a visual guide.

Front and back top rails

Place projector perpendicular to mirror

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3. Remove and then install the shelf clips at the new height. 4. Position the shelf in place and install the upper pivot screws. 5. Insert the lower screws through the lower shelf clips and screw them in place loosely. Tip and slide the platform on the curved adjusting track until the platform is angled appropriately, and then tighten the screws. NOTE: The platform is at 30 degrees in its neutral (shipping) position, with a movement range of 20 degrees either way. 6. Place the projector on the shelf, with the lens perpendicular to the mirror, and strap it into place.

Strapping the Projector in Place

Connecting the Projector Four cables should be connected to the projector: • cable #3-4 from the X-Port 10 switch that delivers the video signal from either the internal or guest laptop computer. This cable is provided with the projector: attach one end to the X-Port 10 unit and the other to the video port on the projector. • cable #52-53 from the VCR

SMART Expression 503 Integrator’s Guide 25 • IEC cable #85-86 to provide projector power • DB15 HD video cable #1-2 from the Connection Panel to the projector for a secondary display device (such as a different projector) These connections are summarized in the table and diagram below. For easier cable management, keep all cables bundled securely in the cable tie.

Cable Cable Description Connection Mode 1-2 (F-M) DB15 HD Video projector video-out to a secondary display such as a second projector or monitor

3-4 (M-M) DB15 HD Video (comes connects the projector to the X-Port 10 unit to with projector) display computer video (not provided, should come with projector)

52-53 (M-M) RCA composite video VCR video to projector

85-86 (M-F) IEC-to-IEC power for projector (IEC power bar to projector)

Projector Connections Table

X-Port 10 Unit 4 comes with projector

X-Port 10 provided cable

2 Comes with 85 projector

Connection Panel

1 3 52 53 86

Projector VCR Projector Connections NOTE: If you choose to use an on-screen projector remote control in conjunction with the SMART Board interactive whiteboard, you can also connect an additional DB9 cable from a computer COM port to the projector. In this scenario, you may need to install additional COM ports on the computer.

To connect a projector: 1. Using the DB15 HD video cable that accompanies the projector, plug one end of it (#3) into the projector port on the projector (or CableWizard) and the other end (#4) into the Projector Video port on the X-Port 10 unit.

26 SMART Expression 503 Integrator’s Guide 2. If a VCR has been installed, plug the #52-53 RCA composite video cable's black RCA video connector into the video out port of the VCR. This port may be labeled "To Monitor." • If you're using an S-Video cable, connect it to the "S-Video Out" connector on the VCR. 3. Plug the black RCA connector at the other end of the RCA composite cable #52-53 into the composite connector on the back of the projector. • If you're using S-Video, plug the other end of the cable into the "S-Video" connector on the projector. 4. Plug the DB15 HD video cable #1-2 into the projector’s video out port for a secondary display device (monitor or secondary projector). 5. If the SMART On-Screen Projector Remote Control will be used with the SMART Board interactive whiteboard, connect the DB9 serial connector. 6. Plug the IEC power cable #85-86 (originating at the power bar)into the projector power inlet. This power cable (#85-86) should be used rather than the one that comes with your projector.

Adjusting the Projected Image As you make the adjustments recommended below, keep in mind that while your goal is a centered image either on the SMART Board interactive whiteboard screen or any other surface, a perfectly square image is not always possible. Not only are the screen, projector, Expression cabinet and floor entirely separate physical variables, but the projector itself may have design constraints that may produce a slightly keystoned image shape that can't be corrected.

NOTE: The SMART On-Screen Display Controller is available for use with any installed projector. When used with a SMART Board interactive whiteboard, this program enables you to adjust and control the projector from the interactive whiteboard's touch-sensitive surface. See page 40 for information on installing and configuring this software.

To center the projected image on a screen or wall: 1. Looking at the image from behind the Expression cabinet, visualize a line from the center of the mirror to the center of the screen or wall.

Visualized Center Line

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SMART Expression 503 Integrator’s Guide 27 2. Tilt the mirror for vertical adjustment and move the cabinet side to side for horizontal adjustment.

Shift side to side

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3. To enlarge the image, move the cabinet backward; to shrink the image, move the cabinet forward.

Move backwards or forwards to enlarge or shrink the image

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NOTE: If the projector has a zoom lens, you can set the zoom to near maximum (largest image at shortest distance), leaving a small portion of zoom to make final adjustments. 4. Maneuver the cabinet and adjust the mirror until the projected image is centered approximately an inch from the top and bottom, with the sides and top and bottom of the image even. Keystoning Notes: • If the image appears lopsided, you may need to rotate one side of the cart forward or backward. After correcting the lopsided image, you may need to center the image again.

Rotate side of cabinet

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28 SMART Expression 503 Integrator’s Guide • If the sides are even, but the top and bottom of the image are not level, you may need to adjust the image by loosening the projector straps and adjusting the feet of the projector up or down. 5. If the projector has a zoom lens, use the remaining zoom to enlarge the image to fill the final portion of the screen. If the projector has a fixed lens, move the cabinet backward (without rotating it) to fill the screen.

SMART Expression 503 Integrator’s Guide 29 Installing a Printer

Printer Cavity

Installing a printer is a very simple procedure, involving only the placement of the printer on the pull-out shelf and the completion of two connections. One connection is to the Bi- directional Printer switch, allowing the guest laptop and internal computer to share the use of the printer, and the other is to the power bar. You'll notice that the cables are bundled together with a releasable cable tie, and attached to a vertical upright. This keeps the cables in place when the shelf is pulled out and pushed back in again.

To install a printer: 1. Pull the lower shelf of the peripheral cavity completely out.

Printer Shelf Pulled Out

2. Place the printer on the shelf, with the front of the printer facing the door of the cabinet. Push the shelf back until the rear of the printer is near the cable bundle that’s attached to the vertical upright.

30 SMART Expression 503 Integrator’s Guide 3. Connect the Centronics printer cable(#33-34) to the Centronics port on the rear of the printer. This cable originates at the Belkin bi-directional printer switch. 4. Plug the printer power cord into the IEC-to-country specific adapter cord #81-82 and then plug the adapter into the cabinet power bar. The adapter cord (#81-82) can be found in the Accessory Kit. 5. Install the printer driver on the internal computer. NOTE: To print from a guest laptop, this same printer driver must be installed.

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Printer

Printer Connections

Cable Cable Description Connection Mode 33-34 (M-M) Centronics printer Connects the Belkin parallel printer cable (DB25 to C36) switch to the printer, providing print capabilities to both the internal and laptop computers

81-82 (M-F) IEC-to-country specific Extension cable (not installed, located in Accessory Kit) for supplying printer power

Printer Connections Table

SMART Expression 503 Integrator’s Guide 31 Installing a VCR

To install the VCR or DVD player, simply slide the machine onto the appropriate shelf. If you're also installing a scanner, you may have to move the VCR shelf upwards to accommodate the sliding scanner shelf. See page 16 for information on moving a shelf. You must connect the VCR or DVD player to the projector, audio mixer and power bar.

To install a VCR (or DVD Player): 1. Slide the VCR or DVD player onto the appropriate shelf. 2. Plug the #52-53 RCA composite video cable's black RCA video connector into the video out port of the VCR. This port may be labeled "To Monitor." • If you're using an S-video cable, connect it to the "s-video out" connector on the VCR. 3. If a projector has been installed, plug the black RCA connector at the other end of the RCA composite cable #52-53 into the composite connector on the back of the projector. NOTE: This connection may have been made during the installation of the projector. 4. Connect the #9-10 RCA left and right (black or gray and red) audio connectors to the left and right audio jacks in the audio mixer. NOTE: If a non-stereo VCR is installed, connect a Y-splitter from the VCR to the single audio connector (plug the two female ends into the audio mixer). 5. Plug the VCR/DVD into the IEC-to-country specific adapter cable #87-88.

Cable # Cable Description Connection Mode 52-53 (M-M) RCA composite video VCR/DVD video to projector 9-10 (M-M) RCA L/R audio audio from VCR/DVD to audio mixer 87-88 (M-F) IEC-to-country specific extension cable for VCR/DVD power (not installed, located in Accessory Kit)

VCR/DVD Connections Table

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87 Power bar

52 88 53 9

Projector VCR

VCR/DVD Connections

SMART Expression 503 Integrator’s Guide 33 Installing a Multifunction Device

Multifunction Device Cavity

You can install a multifunction device on the pull-out printer shelf in place of the printer. The connections are the same as for the printer.

Refer to the Printer Connections diagram on page 31 for help in making all connections to the multifunction device.

To install a multifunction device: 1. Pull the lower shelf of the peripheral cavity completely out. 2. Place the multifunction device on the shelf, with the front side of the device facing the rear of the cabinet. Push the shelf back until the rear side of the device is near the cable bundle attached to the vertical upright. 3. Connect the Centronics cable #33-34 (originating at the Bi-directional Printer switch) to the Centronics port on the rear of the device. 4. Plug the device's power cord into the IEC-to-country specific adapter cord (cable #81- 82).

34 SMART Expression 503 Integrator’s Guide Connecting External Components

You can integrate many external components with the Expression cabinet. External connections include: • Expression cabinet power cord • SMART Board interactive whiteboard • other serial devices (another computer, an on-screen remote control for a second projector) • video devices (a monitor or a second projector) • amplified sound system (can range from powered speakers to a complete room audio system) • network connections All these components are connected to the cabinet via the Connection Panel, located on the lower right side of the cabinet (as you face the speakers).

Connecting the Power Cord The power for the cabinet is delivered via a single power cord. Connect the IEC-to-country specific power cord #99-100 from the IEC power inlet (to the right of the Standard Connection Panel) to an external outlet.

IEC Power Inlet

IEC Power Inlet

SMART Expression 503 Integrator’s Guide 35 Connecting a SMART Board Interactive Whiteboard First, make the connections between the SMART Board interactive whiteboard and the Connection Panel, and then install the software that activates the interactive whiteboard. In the Accessory Kit you will find a CD that contains the SMART Board software. SMART Board software includes SMART Board driver, the program that activates the interactive whiteboard as a touch-sensitive surface, and SMART Notebook software (note-capturing software).

Floor Stand Note: When positioning an interactive whiteboard on a Floor Stand in front of the cabinet, make sure the bottom of the whiteboard frame is higher than the top of the cabinet.

Bottom of whiteboard higher than cabinet

To connect a SMART Board interactive whiteboard : 1. Ensure that the cabinet and the internal computer are turned off. 2. Insert the short DB9 connector of the 20' (6.1 m) interactive whiteboard serial cable into the 9-pin serial port underneath the lower-right side of the whiteboard and tighten the screws.

SMART Board Interactive Whiteboard

9-pin Serial Port

Short DB9 Connector

Connect the SMART Serial Cable to the Interactive Whiteboard 3. Insert the long DB9 connector at the other end of the cable into the DB9 serial connector on the connection panel.

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PS/2 Whiteboard Power

Serial and Power Ports in Standard Connection Panel

4. Plug the PS/2 connector into the mini-DIN 6-pin PS/2 port on the connection panel. Leave the keyboard adapter end dangling. 5. Ensure that the DB9 serial cable #58-59 is plugged into a vacant COM port on the back of the internal computer (see page 20). 6. Insert the power plug of the PS/2 connector into the back of the long DB9 connector.

Mini-DIN 6-pin PS/2 (in connection panel)

PS/2 connector DB9 serial port (in connection panel) Long DB9 Connector Power plug Keyboard adapter (do not use)

Connecting the Interactive Whiteboard to Expression's Connection Panel 7. Turn on the Expression cabinet and toggle on the internal computer. Check if the Ready light on the right side of the SMART Pen Tray has turned red, indicating that the Pen Tray is powered up. If this light has failed to turn red, verify that all connections are made as indicated above. When you're sure the Pen Tray is receiving power, you can install the SMART Board software. Turn to page 39 for software installation instructions.

To connect an older SMART Board (Series 300) interactive whiteboard: 1. Insert the mini RJ11 connector into the mini RJ11 socket on the underside of the whiteboard.

SMART Expression 503 Integrator’s Guide 37 Mini RJ11 connector

2. Connect the mini RJ11 connector end of the MOD4 cable to the rectangular socket labeled “BOARD” that is located on the right side of the Pen Tray.

Mini RJ11 socket on end of Pen

Mini RJ11 connector

MOD 4 cable

3. Insert one end of the MOD6 cable into the open rectangular socket labeled “COMPUTER” on the right side of the Pen Tray. 4. Insert the other end of the MOD6 cable into the appropriate female DB9 serial port adapter. 5. Insert the DB9 serial port adapter into the 9-pin serial port on the Connection Panel. DB 9 Serial Port

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6. Ensure that the DB9 serial cable (#58-59) is plugged into a vacant COM port on the back of the internal computer (see page 20).

38 SMART Expression 503 Integrator’s Guide 7. Insert the 12 V DC end of the power supply cable into the circular socket labeled “POWER” on the right side of the Pen Tray.

Rectangular Pen Tray sockets

Power socket

12-volt DC connector

Plug the Power Supply Cord into the Pen Tray

8. Insert the AC adapter end of the power supply cable into a nearby power socket. 9. The Ready Light on the Pen Tray will flash twice and then turn off. After you install and activate the SMART Board software, the Ready Light will come back on and remain on while the interactive whiteboard is in use. Install the software as described below.

Software Installation To activate the interactive whiteboard, install the SMART Board software.

The SMART Board software CD contains: • SMART Board driver and SMART Notebook software: The driver program activates the interactive whiteboard, so finger and stylus contact is translated into mouse movement. SMART Notebook software allows the user to create, organize and save notes written on the interactive whiteboard. • SMART On-Screen Display Controller: This application allows you to make adjustments to the projector right at the whiteboard screen surface. NOTE: Ensure that copies of the SMART Expression User's Guide and the SMART Board User's Guide are available to the user on the accessory shelf. It's also a good idea to place all owner's manuals for each integrated device on the accessory shelf.

To install the SMART Board Driver and Notebook software: 1. Turn on the internal computer. A New Hardware Found message will appear. The internal computer has found the attached SMART Board interactive whiteboard. Depending on your operating system, you may also be prompted to install manufacturer's disks. 2. Insert the SMART Board Software CD. 3. Complete the Plug-and-Play sequence until the driver is updated to the SMART Board PnP Serial Controller. Press Finish. 4. Proceed through the on-screen installation instructions for SMART Board driver and Notebook software. 5. When the SMART Board icon appear in the system tray, press on the interactive whiteboard. If the cursor pointer appears beneath your finger, the default orientation is fine. If it appears at some distance from your finger, press the SMART Board Tools icon in the system tray and select Orient. Proceed with the on-screen instructions for performing an orientation procedure.

SMART Expression 503 Integrator’s Guide 39 To install printer and scanner driver software: For the printer driver, follow the installation instructions in the manual, or select Start, and then double-click Settings>Printers>Add Printer. Proceed through the Add Printer Wizard, installing the driver disk at the appropriate time.

For the scanner driver follow the installation instructions in the manual, or perform the Plug- and-Play dialog sequence that appears when the scanner is connected, installing the driver disk at the appropriate time.

Using the SMART On-Screen Display Controller If the Expression cabinet is used with a SMART Board interactive whiteboard, you’ll want to make use of the SMART On-Screen Display Controller. The On-Screen Display Controller offers the convenience of controlling the projector right at the SMART Board surface.

To help preserve your expensive projector lamp (and keep the cabinet from overheating), the On-Screen Display Controller detects the presence of any screen saver you may have installed and responds when the screen saver becomes active by turning off the projector lamp after a specified period of time has elapsed. As soon as activity resumes on the interactive whiteboard − i.e., after the SMART Board surface is touched or the mouse is moved − the On-Screen Display Controller will turn the projector lamp back on.

To summarize, the On-Screen Display Controller: • allows you to control the projector volume, power and input source right at the SMART Board surface. • works with your screen saver to put the projector into standby mode after a period of inactivity. The next time you touch the interactive whiteboard, the projector lamp is reactivated. For an On-Screen Display Controller to work, you’ll need: • an available COM port on the internal computer. • an RS-232 serial cable connection from the projector to the computer • an installed and active screen saver

Configuring and Using On-Screen Display Controls Specific display controls vary according to the projector, but, in general, standby mode, volume and input mode controls become touch-accessible when the On-Screen Display Controller is activated.

To configure the controls, you’ll need to select the port of the interior computer to which you connected the serial cable from the projector.

After you’ve set it up, an On-Screen Display Controller icon is added to the system tray (on the right side of the Task Bar), as shown below.

40 SMART Expression 503 Integrator’s Guide Press on this icon to view the Controls dialog box, and then adjust and control your display by using this dialog box. You can also access the controls in the form of a command menu list with a right-mouse press on the icon. Double-pressing on the icon will cause your projector or plasma display to shut down immediately.

To configure an On-Screen Display Controller: 1. If you haven’t already done so, connect the appropriate cable from the projector to an available COM port on your computer. 2. Press the SMART Board icon in the system tray and select Control Panel. The SMART Board Control Panel will appear. Warning 3. Press the Advanced button and select On-Screen Controller Settings. If you connect a guest laptop to the The Display Controllers tab of the SMART Board Control Panel will appear. Control Panel, turn 4. Click Add. the SMART Bulb Saver off. The The Display Controller Wizard will appear. screen saver responds to periods 5. Click Next. of inactivity in the internal computer, so 6. Select the COM port to which you connected the projector cable (step 1) from the the image from the drop-down list. external computer may be unexpectedly NOTE: If no COM ports are listed, enter the COM port (i.e., type in COM1, COM2, interrupted by its activation. etc.). 7. Press Next. 8. Select the projector manufacturer and then the specific model from the two lists. 9. Press Next. Depending on your projector, you may be asked to choose between a Universal Controller and a Custom Controller. We strongly urge you to choose the Universal Controller. 10. Select the time delay between screen saver activation and the initiation of standby mode by pressing the up or down arrow button. NOTE: Position your cursor in the time field you want to adjust and then press on the up or down arrow to increase or decrease the time value. 11. Press Next. 12. Press Finish. The Display Controller Wizard will disappear and you’ll be returned to the Display Controllers tab of the SMART Board Control Panel. 13. Press OK. The On-Screen Display Controller for the projector will be activated automatically. The Control dialog box will appear, together with an icon in the system tray. You can control many aspects of your projector from this interface. 14. If you don't have a screen saver installed, activate SMART Bulb Saver. The on-screen control that automatically turns your projector bulb off during periods of inactivity will not work unless you have a screen saver installed.

SMART Expression 503 Integrator’s Guide 41 Using the SMART Bulb Saver If you want to take advantage of the On-Screen Display Controller feature, but have no screen saver installed, we’ve provided one that’s tailored for interactive whiteboard use. Even if you’re already using another screen saver, you may want to consider using the SMART Bulb Saver instead. Not only is the SMART Bulb Saver designed especially for use with a SMART Board unit, but it’s highly configurable as well: it can put the internal projector into standby mode, customize the screen graphic, shut down the computer and log off the current user after a specified period of inactivity.

To activate the SMART Bulb Saver: 1. Connect the appropriate cable from the projector’s computer control connector to an available COM port on your computer. You may have made this serial connection between the projector and computer to activate the On-Screen Display Controller (see page 41).

2. Press Start , and select Settings > Control Panel. 3. Double-press on the Display icon. The Display Properties dialog box will appear. 4. Press the Screen Saver tab. 5. Select SMART Bulb Saver from the screen saver drop-down list. 6. Press Settings. The SMART Bulb Saver dialog box will appear. 7. If you haven’t configured the On-Screen Display Controller, press the Display Control Panel button and configure the display with the serial port on your computer. Also select the delay time. If you’ve previously installed an On-Screen Display Controller for your projector or plasma display, the serial port will be selected and associated with your display. You will likely have already specified the delay time. These values will be displayed in this tab. You can proceed to step 8. 8. To use your own custom bitmap or company logo as the SMART Bulb Saver graphic, press the Custom tab and browse to the graphic file you want to use. 9. To shut down the computer and log off the current user, press the Shut Down tab and follow the instructions that appear.

42 SMART Expression 503 Integrator’s Guide Connecting External Serial Devices You can connect any of a wide variety of serial devices to the cabinet with a DB9 connector via the DB9 serial port in the Standard Connection Panel (if no SMART Board interactive whiteboard is connected).

Connecting External Video Devices Connect external video devices, such as a monitor or second projector, directly to the external video output (DB15 HD Video port) in the Standard Connection Panel.

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Connecting an External Sound System Connect an external sound system to the left and right External audio outputs (3.5 mm audio jack). Both the external and internal sound systems are controlled by the Volume Control dial in the Control Panel.

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Left and Right Audio Outputs

Audio Outputs in Standard Connection Panel

The Left and Right Audio Out jacks in the connection panel deliver mixed sound from both the computer (either internal or guest laptop) and VCR (or DVD) to external speakers or any external audio system. The Audio Out in the connection panel does not, however, provide amplified sound.

We recommend that you connect the two RCA jacks in the connection panel either to an amplifier or to a pair of powered computer speakers in which an amplifier is integrated.

SMART Expression 503 Integrator’s Guide 43 Connecting a Network to the Internal Computer and the Guest Laptop Connect CAT 5e network cables to the RJ45 network connectors in the Connection Panel to establish a network connection for the internal computer and guest laptop.

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Laptop Network Connector Internal Computer Network Connector

Guest Laptop/Internal Computer Network Connectors in Connection Panel

44 SMART Expression 503 Integrator’s Guide Contacting SMART Technologies

SMART Technologies Inc. assumes no responsibility for any of the multimedia equipment installed in the cabinet. However, if you have a problem integrating the equipment in the cabinet, with the cabinet and its component parts, SMART Board software, or a connected SMART Board interactive whiteboard, contact SMART Technical Support for assistance.

Contacting SMART Technical Support All SMART software includes free telephone, fax and e-mail support. You may contact SMART Technical Support at: Tel.: Toll-free at 1.866.518.6791 (Canada/United States) or +1.403.228.5940 in all other countries (Available 7 a.m. − 6 p.m. Mountain time from Monday to Friday) Fax: 403.245.0366 E-mail: [email protected] Web site: www.smarttech.com

Please note your cabinet serial number before calling so we can better assist you. You'll find the serial number label just above the accessory shelf, to the left of the printer switch, and below the keyboard shelf.

Serial Number Locations

Please be prepared to tell us when you purchased the Expression cabinet or the SMART Board interactive whiteboard, the dealer's name, your computer operating system and the name of the application software causing the problem, if applicable.

Other SMART Contacts Main Switchboard Tel. 1.888.42.SMART (Canada/United States) or +1.403.245.0333 in all other countries Sales and Marketing: Toll-free at 1.888.42.SMART or telephone 403.245.0333 Main Fax (24 hr.): +1.403.228.2500 E-mail: [email protected] Our Address: SMART Technologies Inc. Suite 600, 1177 - 11th Avenue SW Calgary, AB CANADA T2R 1K9

SMART Expression 503 Integrator’s Guide 45 Appendix A: Identifying Cabinet Icons

The Expression cabinet contains a number of icons that identify a variety of features and functions. Should a question ever arise as to what function or feature an icon represents, the charts below are provided for clarification.

Control Panel Icons

Power On/Off Audio Cable

Internal PC Display Network Cable Indicator

Laptop PC Display SMART Board™ Indicator Interactive Whiteboard Cable

Volume Control Dial Projector Cable

Printer Cable

Standard Connection Panel Icons

Video OUT Audio Out (Left) L

SMART Board Audio Out (Right) Interactive Whiteboard R

12V 12V DC Power Outlet Network Connection

46 SMART Expression 503 Integrator’s Guide Appendix B: Troubleshooting Guide

If you experience technical problems while attempting to integrate the peripheral devices, check the headings below to see what steps other integrators have taken to solve the problem.

No Audio from the Speakers 1. Ensure the amplifier is properly powered. A 2.1 mm coaxial plug should be firmly plugged into the amplifier. 2. Check that each speaker is properly connected to the amplifier. Each speaker is connected to the amplifier by a speaker wire. Two quick-connects secure each wire to two tabs on the amplifier. The wire then runs to a white battery connector, where it is connected to a wire attached to the speaker. This speaker wire is also secured to the speaker by two quick-connects. Check all these connections. 3. Trace the audio cables back from the amplifier to the audio mixer, then to the VCR and X-Port 10 unit, ensuring these connections are secure.

Audio from Only One Speaker 1. Check the connections between the speakers and the amplifier. Two quick-connects secure the wire to two tabs on the amplifier. The wire then runs to a white battery connector, where it is connected to a wire attached to the speaker. This speaker wire is also secured to the speaker by two quick-connects. 2. Check that the 3.5 mm plugs are all firmly and completely plugged into their jacks. A loose connection could mean that only one audio channel is working.

A Cable Can’t Be Plugged In 1. Check that the cable number is correct. 2. Check the type and gender of the cable. If it is the wrong type, make sure that the cables weren’t simply mislabeled. If the cable is the wrong gender, check the other end of the cable to see if the cable was put in backwards.

A Plugged-In Peripheral Is Not Receiving Power 1. Check that all the cables are firmly plugged into the power bars and into the power distribution board. 2. Make sure the green light on the power supply is lit.

The Display Source LEDs on the Control Panel Are Black 1. If the display source LED on the control panel is not lit, check to see if the LED's on the X-Port 10 unit are lit. 2. If the X-Port 10 unit LEDs are lit, check the firmness of the ribbon cable connection from the X-Port 10 unit to the audio mixer at the Control Panel. 3. If the X-Port 10 unit LEDs are not lit, trace the power cable back from the X-Port 10 unit to determine if it’s powered up.

SMART Expression 503 Integrator’s Guide 47 No Computer Video to the Projector If the internal or external computer image is displayed, the fault is likely with the X-Port 10 unit.

1. Check the Control Panel. If the display source LED on the control panel is not lit, check to see if the X-Port 10 unit LEDs are lit. If they are, check the ribbon cable connection. If they aren’t, trace the power cable back from the X-Port 10 unit to ensure it's receiving power. 2. If power is not the problem, check all the video cabling. The problem might simply be that the cables were disconnected or connected incorrectly. 3. Finally, if the power connections and cabling are correct, turn off the unit with the Control Panel power switch, and then restart. This will reset the X-Port 10 unit and often solve any video problems.

Audio Is Distorted Audio distortions are often caused by power problems. A poorly grounded power supply can cause audio static.

1. If you installed any power supplies or power equipment, turn the power equipment off and check if that clears up any audio problems. 2. Try replacing the power supply.

The Connected SMART Board Interactive Whiteboard Is not Working If the SMART Board interactive whiteboard is not touch-sensitive when displaying the internal computer image:

1. Check the Pen Tray and Connection Panel cable connections. 2. Check for a loosely connected internal serial cable (#58-59) from the standard connection PCB to the internal PC. 3. Ensure that the SMART Board software is running correctly on the internal computer. If the SMART Board interactive whiteboard is not touch-sensitive only when displaying the guest laptop computer: 1. Make sure the Control Panel cable is securely attached to the guest laptop's serial port. Also ensure the serial port is not claimed by any other resource on the laptop computer. 2. Check to see if the other end of the cable is securely attached to the X-Port 10 Computer 2 serial data port.

The X-Port 10 Unit Fails to Automatically Toggle when the Guest Laptop Is Connected 1. Press the Display Mode switch. If the video toggles to either a blank screen or the laptop video, there is probably a problem with the video properties of the laptop computer. 2. If it does not switch, the problem is with the X-Port 10 unit. If possible, save all of your open files on the internal computer and power the cabinet down. When you restart the computer, the problem should disappear.

48 SMART Expression 503 Integrator’s Guide 3. Another solution is to temporarily detach the 2.1 mm DC coaxial power cable from the X- Port 10 unit. To do this, you will either have to remove the front, speaker-side panel or reach past the printer shelf. Power to the X-Port 10 unit will be temporarily cut off, resetting it and eliminating the problem.

Unable to Print from Connected Guest Laptop (HP Printers or Multifunction Devices Only) The heart of this problem lies in the HP® DeskJet™ Toolbox software or HP OfficeJet™ Manager software installed on the internal computer to run the attached HP printer or multifunction device. This software may poll the HP Multifunction device or printer at very frequent intervals, thereby monopolizing the bi-directional printer switch (making it unavailable for guest laptop use). The printer switch persists in maintaining the channel of communication between the internal computer and the HP device because of the software's frequent polling activities.

If you are running HP printer management software, the guest laptop may receive error messages when attempts are made to print from it. The content of these error messages would suggest that two-way communication between the laptop and the printer is not working.

If the HP manager software is operating a multifunction device, you'll want to keep using it so that you can continue to use the multiple functions managed by the software. To solve the guest laptop problem, you may want to temporarily close down the software so that the guest laptop can print, and then start it up again.

However, if the management software is only used to manage a printer, we suggest you uninstall the printer management software and then install a current HP-compatible printer driver from the Windows 95 or 98 list of installed printer drivers. Click Start and then select Settings>Printers. Double-click the Add New Printers icon, and an Add New Printer Wizard will appear to assist you in installing an HP printer driver to replace the HP manager software.

SMART Expression 503 Integrator’s Guide 49 Appendix C: Adapters for Connecting Macintosh Computers

The standard cabinet configuration only supports PC-based internal and guest laptop computers.

To connect Macintosh computers that don’t have USB capability, order the Macintosh Conversion Kit. One of these kits will convert either the internal computer connections or the guest laptop connections. Two kits are required to do both.

To connect USB-equipped Macintosh computers, order the USB-ADP ( a.k.a. the SMART USB Adapter).

Macintosh Conversion Kit (Non-USB Macintosh Connection) This little kit contains adapters that let you easily integrate a non-USB Macintosh computer – either the internal or guest laptop computer – to the Expression cabinet.

The kit contains the following three adapters:

SMART Board Serial Adapter Mini-DIN 8/DB9M Allows a Macintosh computer to connect to the SMART Board interactive whiteboard cable Video Cable Adapter DB15M/HD15F Allows a Macintosh computer to connect to the projector video cable Printer Cable Adapter Mini-DIN 8/DB25F Allows a Macintosh computer to connect to the printer cable Detailed instructions for installation are provided with the kit. SMART USB Adapter (USB-Equipped Macintosh Connection) Use the SMART USB adapter to connect a USB-equipped laptop or an internal computer to the Expression cabinet. The SMART USB adapter converts information that is sent in serial format to Universal Serial Bus (USB) format. This adapter has a male DB9 serial connector at the RS-232 serial end and a male USB "A" connector at the USB end. Detailed instructions for installation are provided with the adapter.

Connecting a Macintosh Guest Laptop to the Control Panel

50 SMART Expression 503 Integrator’s Guide Index

Equipment in the Cabinet, 17 the Computer, 18 A the Keyboard and Mouse, 22 AC Power Distribution, 8 the Printer, 30 AC Power Distribution Table, 9 the Projector, 23 AC Power Outlet, 2 the SMART Board Software and Mr. Mouse, Accessory shelf, 18 39 Adjusting the Projected Image, 27 the VCR, 32 Adjusting the Shelving and Vertical Supports, International Power Standards, 8 16 Audio Connections Table, 12 M Audio Out, 11, 43 Audio System Macintosh Conversion Kit, 50 External, 11 Main Power Switch, 2, 8 Internal, 11 Mini RJ11 connector, 37 Audio System, 11 Moving shelving, 16

C O Cabinet dimensions, 16 On-Screen Display Controls, 40 Cabinet Icons, 46 Using the SMART Bulb Saver, 42 Cable management, 18 Centronics cable, 13, 31, 34 Computer cavity, 18 P Connecting Power cord, 8 a Network or Modem, 44 Power Management System, 8 a Series 500 SMART Board, 36 Preparing the Cabinet, 14 an External Sound System, 43 Pre-wired connections, 17 an older SMART Board (Series 300 or 400), Printer Connections, 30 37 Printer Switch, 13 External Components, 35 Projector External Serial Devices, 43 maximum size, 23 External Video Devices, 43 Projector Connections Table, 26 the computer to the audio mixer, 19 the computer to the IEC power, 21 the computer to the network and modem:, R 20 Removing the Front, Top and Side Panels, 14 the computer to the printer or scanner, 20 the computer to the projector, 19 the Power Cord, 35 S the Projector, 25 Shelf clips, 16 USB-Equipped Macintosh, 52 SMART Bulb Saver, 42 Contacting SMART Technologies, 45 SMART Expression cabinet, peripherals, 1 Control Panel, 2 SMART USB Adapter, 52 Converting Expression for Use with Macintosh SMART X-Port 10, 6 Computers, 50 Specification Data Country-specific IEC adapter, 8 Macintosh Conversion Kit, 50 Standard Connection Panel, 4 D DB25 - C36 parallel cables, 13 T DC Power Distribution Table, 10 Troubleshooting Guide, 47 Display Mode Switch, 2

I V Volume Control Dial, 2, 11 IEC power inlet, 8 Installing a Multifunction Device, 34

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