Smartboard Alignment Techniques

The video tutorial explains how to orient a Smartboard to ensure that the touch points align with the projected image. It highlights the importance of orientation if the board or projector has been moved, as misalignment can cause the cursor or pen marks to appear in the wrong place. The tutorial provides a step-by-step guide on how to orient the board using the keyboard and mouse buttons, and how to accurately touch the target points on the screen with a pen to complete the process.

Why is it necessary to orient the Smartboard after setting it up for the first time?

• To calibrate the projector's brightness

• To update the Smartboard software

• To ensure the touch points align with the projected image

• To connect the Smartboard to the internet

What might indicate that the Smartboard is misaligned?

• The projector is not displaying any image

• The board makes a beeping sound

• The cursor appears in a different location than touched

• The board does not turn on

What should you do to access the orientation screen on the Smartboard?

• Press and hold the power button

• Press and hold the keyboard and right mouse button together

• Tap the screen twice

• Use the remote control

When aligning the Smartboard, where should you touch with the pen?

• Anywhere on the screen

• The top left corner of the screen

• The center of the cross inside the white diamond-shaped target

• The bottom right corner of the screen

What is important to remember when lifting the pen from the screen during alignment?

• Flick the pen quickly

• Drag the pen across the screen

• Press the pen hard into the screen

• Lift the pen gently without flicking or dragging

What happens if you do not align the Smartboard correctly?

• The board will make a loud noise

• The projector will shut down

• The pen marks will not align with the touch points

• The board will not turn on

What is the final result of a successful Smartboard alignment?

• The board plays a sound

• The board changes color

• The pen tip aligns perfectly with the mark created on the board

• The board displays a calibration message