User Manual

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For the latest product information, check the GTCO CalComp Web site.
Getting started
Here's a summary of how to get your School Suite system up and running. Follow the links for more details.
First, be certain you have everything not supplied with the School Suite system.
Next, install the system:
A. Unpack the products and make certain you received everything.
B. Install InterWrite software on your Windows PC.
C. If your system includes a SchoolPad 300, charge the batteries (charging takes about 3 hours and is required before you can use a
new SchoolPad 300).
D. Assemble the SchoolBoard (you can mount it on a wall or on the optional floor stand).
E. Connect the components. How you connect the system depends on which mode you want to use.
Once you have completed these steps, your School Suite system is ready to use. To start a session, review the information in the
"School Suite > Basic operations" section in this help file.
What you need to provide
You will need to provide these items, which are not supplied as part of the School Suite system:
n For Interactive Mode or PC Whiteboard Mode: A personal computer running Microsoft Windows. Recommended: Internet access.
Note: InterWrite Software is compatible with Windows 95, 98, ME, NT, 2000 and XP.
Note: You cannot use USB or Bluetooth on Windows 95 or NT computers.
n For Interactive Mode: a video presentation projector, with a cable for connecting it to the PC.
Wondering which mode you should use? Check the brief descriptions or the details.
A. Unpack the products
1. Look for damage.
Before unpacking, examine the shipping cartons for damage. If a carton is damaged, notify the shipper immediately.
Note: Save all shipping materials. If you need to ship a tablet later, you should repack it in the original materials.
2. Carefully unpack the products.
CAUTION: To avoid damage to the controller, do not rest the SchoolBoard tablet on the controller housing (located on the rear
of the tablet near one corner). Do not scratch or damage the tablet's writing surface.
3. Compare the parts with the appropriate parts checklist.
n Parts checklist for SchoolBoard.
n Parts checklist for SchoolPad 100
n Parts checklist for SchoolPad 300.
4. If anything is missing...
Immediately contact your GTCO CalComp supplier.
5. Activate your product warranty.
Complete the warranty registration card and mail it to GTCO CalComp If your product needs service, the card should be on file at
GTCO CalComp.