MimioBoard ME-77 | ME-87 User Guide mimio.
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Contents MimioBoard 1 What's Included 1 About MimioBoard 3 Status Lights 4 About MimioStudio 4 Getting Started 5 Setting Up MimioBoard 5 Installing MimioBoard Connecting MimioBoard 5 11 Setting Up the Stylus 13 Setting Up Interactive Mode 13 Projecting Your Desktop 14 Calibrating Interactive Mode 14 Using MimioBoard 17 Using the Stylus 17 Using MimioStudio Tools 17 Caring for MimioBoard 19 Cleaning MimioBoard 19 Cleaning the MimioBoard Dry-Erase Surface 19 Cleaning the Mi
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Chapter 1 MimioBoard MimioBoard is a dry-erasable, interactive whiteboard system. The board includes an integrated MimioTeach bar, using MimioTeach technology to turn the MimioBoard surface into an interactive whiteboard. Using MimioBoard with a projector and MimioStudio classroom software, you can create and deliver lessons and presentations directly from your MimioBoard. Using the included stylus, you can control the movement of your computer cursor, much like you would with a mouse at your computer.
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About MimioBoard About MimioBoard MimioBoard has a highly durable, magnetic, and erasable surface with heavy-duty gray strips to focus attention and make it easy to center your projection. MimioBoard interactive whiteboard is powered by the MimioTeach bar. Two models of MimioBoard are available. n ME-77 Aspect ratio: 4:3 Board size: 48.2 in x 71.2 in (1225 mm x 1809 mm) Active view size: 45.9 in x 61.2 in (1167 mm x 1555 mm) n ME-87 Aspect ratio: 16:10 Board size: 48.2 in x 83.
MimioBoard Status Lights The status light visually shows the status of the MimioBoard. Off Not receiving power; USB/power cable is not connected or MimioBoard is turned off. Solid Green MimioBoard is connected and receiving power; MimioStudio software is running. Flashing Green MimioBoard is connected or connecting, and receiving power; MimioStudio software is not running. Solid Amber MimioBoard cannot find an available MimioHub. Flashing Amber MimioBoard is searching for an available MimioHub.
Chapter 2 Getting Started Review the following topics to install and start using your MimioBoard. n Setting Up MimioBoard n Setting Up the Stylus n Setting Up Interactive Mode Setting Up MimioBoard MimioBoard mounts securely to the wall using the included hardware. Two people are required to safely lift and install your MimioBoard. Review the following topics for information about installing and connecting your MimioBoard.
Getting Started To install MimioBoard 1. Make a mark on the wall at the height you want the top of the MimioBoard to be located. 2. Using a level, draw a horizontal line starting at the mark. 3. Align the mounting bar with the horizontal line and make a mark on the wall in the center of four of the holes in the mounting bar. The mounting bar must be securely attached to studs or other solid support. The mounting bar supports the full weight of the MimioBoard.
Setting Up MimioBoard 5. Insert a drywall anchor into each of the four holes so that each anchor is flush with the surface of the wall. The included anchors are for use with drywall only. For concrete walls, use concrete anchors (not included). 6. Place the mounting bar against the wall so that the holes in the bar align with the four drywall anchors. 7. Using a screw driver and four #10x2½ in (M5x60mm) screws, securely fasten the mounting bar to the wall. 8. Hang the MimioBoard from the mounting bar.
Getting Started 10. Make sure the MimioBoard cable goes through the cable channel and that the MimioBoard is flush against the wall. 11. Locate the two holes on the bottom of the MimioBoard and do the following for each of the two holes: a. Align the slot in the L-bracket with the hole on the bottom of the MimioBoard. b. Make a mark on the wall in the center of the slot in the L-bracket that is touching the wall. 12. Remove the L-brackets and drill a hole at each mark using a ¼ in (6.35 mm) drill bit.
Setting Up MimioBoard 13. Insert a drywall anchor into each of the two holes so that each anchor is flush with the surface of the wall. The included anchors are for use with drywall only. For concrete walls, use concrete anchors (not included). 14. For each of the brackets, do the following: a. Align the slot in the bracket with the hole on the bottom of the MimioBoard and the drywall anchor. b. Using a screw driver and an #6x⅜ in (M3x8.
Getting Started 15. Locate the two holes on the top of the MimioBoard and do the following for each of the two holes: a. Align the slot in the L-bracket with the hole on the top of the MimioBoard. b. Make a mark on the wall in the center of the slot in the L-bracket that is touching the wall. 16. Remove the L-brackets and drill a hole at each mark using a ¼ in (6.35 mm) drill bit. 17. Insert a drywall anchor into each of the two holes so that each anchor is flush with the surface of the wall.
Setting Up MimioBoard 18. For each of the brackets, do the following: a. Align the slot in the bracket with the hole on the top of the MimioBoard and the drywall anchor. b. Using a screw driver and an #6x⅜ in (M3x8.5mm) screw, securely fasten the bracket to the top of the MimioBoard. c. Using a screw driver and a #10x2½ in (M5x60mm) screw, securely fasten each bracket to the wall. Connecting MimioBoard MimioBoard is powered using the included USB cable and power adapter.
Getting Started To set up the MimioBoard 1. Plug the USB cable into the USB port on the power adapter. 2. Plug the other end of the USB cable into the MimioBoard cable. 3. Plug the power adapter into a power outlet. 4. Plug the MimioHub into an available USB port on your computer. If you do not want to connect your MimioBoard to your computer wirelessly, you can link the board to your computer using the included USB cable without the power adapter.
Setting Up the Stylus Setting Up the Stylus The stylus is powered by a rechargeable lithium-ion battery. The battery recharges whenever the stylus is docked on the MimioBoard. To set up the stylus 1. Turn the top of the stylus counter-clockwise to separate the top from the body of the stylus. 2. Remove the plastic strip from the stylus. 3. Replace the top onto the body of the stylus and turn clockwise to attach.
Getting Started Projecting Your Desktop If you are presenting from a MimioStudio Notebook or another application, such as a PowerPoint presentation, you can open the application before or after Interactive mode is enabled and calibrated. To start Interactive mode 1. Project your desktop image onto your MimioBoard surface. Refer to your projector’s documentation for instructions on how to project your desktop image. 2. Click the stylus anywhere on the MimioBoard surface.
Setting Up Interactive Mode The calibration target disappears and the next calibration target appears. When the calibration screen disappears, Interactive mode is enabled.
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Chapter 3 Using MimioBoard You can use the MimioBoard and stylus in MimioStudio Interactive mode to create and deliver lessons and presentations. In MimioStudio Interactive mode, you control the movement of the cursor on your screen with the stylus, much like you would with a mouse at your computer. You can also use the various presentation tools found in MimioStudio Tools to focus your audience on a specific area of the screen by displaying only certain parts of the screen.
Using MimioBoard The following table describes the major components of MimioStudio Tools.
Chapter 4 Caring for MimioBoard Properly maintaining the MimioBoard surface will keep your board looking like new and never compromise performance. Cleaning MimioBoard MimioBoard is designed to give you long and trouble-free service while requiring very little maintenance. Solvent-based dry-erase markers, rather than water-based or low-odor dry-erase markers, are recommended for use with MimioBoard.
Caring for MimioBoard 3. Remove dirt and smudges with one of the cleaning solutions mentioned above. Avoid using liquids on any exposed charging contacts. Do not allow liquid into any openings on the equipment. 4. Reconnect the USB cable. To clean the stylus 1. Use the lint-free cloth to wipe the exterior of the stylus. 2. Remove dirt and smudges with one of the cleaning solutions mentioned above. Avoid using liquids on any exposed charging contacts. Do not allow liquid into any openings on the equipment.
Chapter 5 Technical and Environmental Information This chapter contains technical information for the MimioClassroom products. For product specifications and compliance information, visit the Documentation section of the Support area of our Web site at www.mimio.com. Environmental Information The equipment that you bought has required the extraction and use of natural resources for its production. It may contain hazardous substances for the health and the environment.
Technical and Environmental Information While Charging Danger l When charging the battery, use dedicated chargers and follow the specified conditions. l Do not connect directly to an electric outlet or cigarette lighter charger. l Do not use or store battery close to fire or inside the car where temperature may be over 60°C. Warning l Stop charging the battery if charging is not completed within the specified time. Caution l Thoroughly read this user guide before charging the battery.
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