hovercam Pilot X/S Wireless Digital Teaching Station User Manual

Pilot X/S Wireless Digital Teaching Station
User Manual

Pilot X/S Wireless Digital Teaching Station

Welcome
Congratulations! With Pilot XIS, you’ve taken a major step in revolutionizing your classroom. Designed by educational technology professicnals in California, the Pilot X/S brings every essential educational technology component to your fingertips: a tablet computer, document camera, and wireless podium. Say goodbye to messy cables, because with Pilot X/S, you can wirelessly control your classroom display from anywhere in the room.
Main Features

• Microsoft” Windows’ 10 tablet computer (license not included), powered by Intel (Pilot X)
• 13.3″ Multitouch display, with #2 pencil stylus capability
• Wireless, lag-free HD casting via Hover Cast
• Wirelessly control and cast bidirectional annotations from USB-touch enabled displays
• Fold-out 4K document camera
• Mobile podium charging station for up to 6 hours of wireless use
• Tablet dock with built-in keyboard
• Lockable tablet bay for overnight security and charging

What’s in the Box

Podium Diagram

1 Magnetic Tablet Dock
2 Pop-Out Keyboard
3 Tablet Bay Charging Actuator
4 x2 Magnetic Anti-Slip Bumpers
5 Tablet Storage Bay
6 Tablet Bay Key Lock| 7 Podium Audio Line In/Out
8 Magnetic Power Port
9 Tilt Adjustment Dial
10 4x Lockable Wheels
11 Height Adjustment Foot Pedal
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Tablet Diagram

Tablet Features

1. Fold-Out Document Camera

2. Hover Cast Wireless Antenna

3. Hover Cast Antenna On/Off

4. 1 Watt Tablet Speaker (2x)

5. Tablet Charging Indicator*

6. Kensington Lock

7. Hover Cast Reset

8. 13.3” Multi-Touch Display

9. Fingerprint Scanner / Menu*

10. Tablet Sleep/Wake Button7
    Camera Controls

11. Zoom-In

12. Auto Focus On

13. Image Flip

14. Zoom-Out

15. Camera Reset

16. Auto Focus Lock

17. Freeze

Connectivity

18. USB 3.0 Type A (2x) – Pilot X

USB 3.0 Type A (2x) – Pilot S

19. USB 3.0 Type C (2x) – Pilot X

USB 3.0 Type C (1x) – Pilot S

20. TF Card Slot (1x) – Pilot S**

21. Audio Line In/Out (x1) – Pilot X/S

22. Magnetic Docking Connector

Assembling the Podium

Notice: Two people are required to safely assemble

Step 1 Carefully unpack the Podium Surface, Podium Pedestal, Podium Wheel Base,  Hardware and Assembly Tools. S tage the components on the included foam packaging,  or use a padded surface.

Step 2 Place the Podium Surface upside down on a padded surface, making sure the Tilt Adjustment Dial is in the locked position by rotating it clockwise to the furthest position.

Step 3 Carefully place the Podium Pedestal onto the Podium Surface, making sure the 8x 4mm bolt holes line up properly. Next use the included hex driver to secure 8x 4mm Bolts  as pictured below, being careful not to strip the threads.
Optionally, a thread-locking compound may be used to prevent loosening of the bolts over time (not included). Loctite® Threadlike Blue 242® is a recommended compound.

Assembling the Podium

Step 4 Insert the Podium Wheel Base onto the Podium Pedestal , making sure the Height Adjustment Foot Pedal is on the same side as the Pop-Out Keyboard. Use the included Hex  Driver to secure 4x 4mm bolts as pictured below, being careful not to strip the threads.
Optionally, a thread-locking compound may be used to prevent loosening of the bolts over time (not included). Loctite® Thread locker Blue 242® is a recommended compound.

Step 5 Ensure that the 4x Podium Wheels’ levers are in the locked position by pulling up on the locking levers.

Step 6 With the help of another person, carefully stand the podium onto a level surface.

Moving and Adjusting the Podium

The Pilot X/S Podium is adjustable for a variety of usage models. It can be used as a desk, a presentation lectern, a mobile teaching station, and more.
Moving the Podium
To move the podium, unlock the 4 wheels on the Podium Wheel Base by pulling up on the levers with the top of your foot. Use two hands to slowly and carefully push the  podium to the desired location, and re-lock the 4 wheels once in position.

Adjusting Height
The podium uses an internal pneumatic cylinder system to make height adjustments easy. Height To adjust the height, simply press the Height Adjustment Foot Pedal and  push down or pull up on the Podium Surface with two hands. Release the foot pedal when the desired height is reached.

Adjusting Tilt Angle
You can easily adjust the Podium Surface’s tilt angle to three settings: 0° (flat), 10°, and 20°. To adjust the tilt, first unlock the Tilt Adjustment Dial by turning it counterclockwise. With the wheel unlocked, use two hands to carefully tilt Podium Surface to the desired tilt angle. When you are done adjusting the tilt angle, it’s important to re-lock the Tilt Adjustment Dial by turning it clockwise until the lock engages.

Magnetic Anti-Slip Bumpers
When using the podium in the tilted position, the included Magnetic Anti-Slip Bumpers can be used to keep papers and other objects from sliding off the podium. Because  the Podium Surface is ferromagnetic, the bumpers can affix anywhere on the glass surface.

Charging the Podium

The Pilot X/S Podium features an internal battery that can charge the tablet while docked or stored in the tablet bay. This dual-charging feature extends the tablet battery life, allowing for up to 6 hours of use (depending on the usage model). The podium should be charged overnight for sufficient battery life throughout the day. When used alone,  the tablet can achieve up to 3 hours of use under standard operating conditions. To conserve battery life, make sure the document camera is folded away when not in use (Page 17).

To charge the Podium, plug the Podium Power Adapter into an available A/C Power Outlet. Next, connect the charging connector to the Podium Charging Port on the right side of the podium.

The Podium Charging Indicator is located on the upper left corner of the Podium Surface. When the podium is receiving a charge, the three blue lights on the “Pilot Internal  Battery” char in succession. If the indicator is not lighting up, ensure the Podium Power Adapter is connected properly.
When the podium is disconnected from the Podium Power Adapter, the Podium Charging Indicator will show the current battery level. Three solid blue lights mean that the  podium battery is at 75%-100% of its capacity; Two solid blue lights mean that the podium battery is between 50%-74% of its capacity; One solid blue light means that the  podium is between 25%-49% of its cape podium is less than 25% of its capacity, and should be charged soon.

Charging the Tablet

The Pilot X/S Tablet has an internal battery for wireless operation. The tablet can achieve around 3 hours of standalone use under normal operating conditions. When  docked on the podium, the tablet can achieve around 6 hours of use under normal operating conditions. To conserve battery life, make sure the document camera is folded away when not in use (Page 17).
There are three methods to charge the Pilot X/S Tablet:

1 Charging on the Tablet Dock
The simplest and most common way to charge the tablet is via the Magnetic Tablet Dock, located on the lower left corner of the Podium Surface. The dock also connects the  tablet to the podium’s Retractable Keyboard and the Podium Audio Line In/Out.

To charge the tablet on the Magnetic Tablet Dock , make sure the podium battery has a charge, otherwise the podium will need to be plugged into an A/C outlet via the  Podium Power Adapter (page 9). Place the tablet on the podium surface above the tablet dock, being sure to align the Magnetic Docking Connectors. With the connectors  aligned, simply slide the tablet down along the podium surface until the magnets pull the tablet into position.
The Tablet Charging Indicator is located on the upper left corner of the Podium Surface next to the Podium Charging Indicator receiving a charge. To see the tablet’s current  charge level, check the battery status on the Windows® 10 Taskbar. There is a secondary Tablet Charging Indicator located on the upper left corner of the tablet face. When the tablet is receiving a charge, the Charging Indicator Light r. When  the tablet has been fully charged, the indicator light will be solid amber. When the tablet is docked and the podium is plugged-in, the podium’s dual charging system uses passthrough charging. This means that the tablet’s battery will be charged before the podium’s battery. Once the tablet is fully charged, the podium’s battery will start receiving a charge.
2 Charging in the Tablet Storage Bay
The Tablet Storage Bay is a convenient and secure place to store and charge the Pilot X tablet overnight. The bay is located on the left side of the podium, and features a  dropdown door that is secured by a key lock.

Follow these steps when using the Tablet Storage Bay:
1 Unlock the Door
The Tablet Storage Bay Key Lock is located on the left side of the Podium Surface , adjacent to the Tablet Storage Bay. Insert the key and rotate to disengage the lock,  allowing for the bay door to be opened.

IMPORTANT!
**** Please make sure you make a duplicate copy of the Pilot X/S key for backup.

Insert the tablet
Before inserting the tablet, make sure the Document Camera is folded away (Page 17) and the Hover Cast Wireless Antenna is folded down (Page 20). Orient the tablet so that  the Touchscreen is facing upwards and the Magnetic Docking Connector is directly adjacent to the Charging Actuator, then carefully insert the tablet. When the tablet is  inserted properly, you will feel the tablet click and lock into position.

Lock the Tablet Storage Bay
With the tablet properly inserted into the Tablet Storage Bay, close the bay door, insert the key and rotate to lock the bay.

Activate Charging
Finally, use the Tablet Storage Bay Charging Actuator to enable charging by pushing-in on the lever. The charging actuator is located on the underside of the podium surface, just below the Pullout Keyboard.
The Tablet Charging Indicator is located on the upper left corner of the Podium Surface next to the Podium Charging Indicator, and will flash when the tablet is receiving a charge. The tablet’s current battery level percentage will not be displayed on the Tablet Charging Indicator, and must be checked on the Windows@ 10 Taskbar.
Plug the power adapter into a power outlet. Connect the power adapter cord to the Pilot X/S magnetic power port. When the power cord is plugged in, the podium’s dual charging system will use passthrough charging. To charge the tablet computer, insert the tablet into the tablet bay. Once the tablet is fully charged, it will be ready for use. (We recommend charging the tablet immediately after each use.)
Removing the Tablet
To remove the tablet from the Tablet Storage Bay, you must first disengage the Charging Actuator by gently pulling outwards on the lever.
Finally, unlock the Tablet Storage Bay (see Step 1) and remove the tablet by pressing in on the tablet it until it clicks inwards. The tablet will then release and can be gently removed from the Tablet Storage Bay.
**Charging with the Tablet Power Adapter***
The tablet can also be charged independently of the podium using the included Tablet Power Adapter. Simply plug the power adapter into an available NC wall outlet, and then into the tablet’s USB-C port.
When the tablet is receiving a charge, the Charging Indicator Light will flash amber. when the tablet has been fully charged, the indicator light will remain solid amber.

Operating the Tablet

Powering-On
To power-on the Pilot X/S Tablet, press and hold the Sleep/Wake Button for approximately 3 seconds, and the Hover Cam Pilot X/S boot-up screen will appear. If the tablet  does not power-on, ensure that the battery is charged or receiving a charge.

Operating the Touchscreen

The Pilot X/S tablet is equipped with a 13.3 inch capacitive multitouch screen. The capacitive technology responds to inputs from electrically charged objects, such as fingertips and active styluses, and is not pressure sensitive. Because of this, avoid pressing too firmly on the touchscreen, as this could cause damage.
The touchscreen is multitouch-enabled, allowing the user to scroll, zoom, swipe and more by using two or more fingers. For more information about touch gestures, visit the Windows 10 Support page at www.support.microsoft.com/windows.

Using the Active Stylus
Pilot X/S also includes an active stylus. The active stylus must be charged through its rear charging port via the included USB mini cable. Charging the stylus takes  approximately 1 hour. The usage time is approximately 8-10 hours. The active technology can be switched on and on/off button show below: below:

Operating the Tablet

( Internal PC )
Pilot X/S comes fully-integrated with an internal PC. No additional computing device is required to operate Pilot X/S. See the below table for a list of key internal components and their specifications.

i7-1020Y Processor
Operating System| Microsoft Windows 1064-bit (license not included)
Storage| 256GB SSD| 512GB SSD
Memory| 8G8 DDR RAM| 16 GB DDR RAM
Display Adapter| Inter UHD Graphics
CONNECTIVITY|
Wireless HDMI| 4K@30fps – 60 ft range (line of sight)
Ports| USB 3.0 Type-A (x2), USB 3.0 Type-C (1x), USB Touch (x1), USB 3.0 Type-C (charge only) (1x), HDMI out (x1). Power in(1x), Audio/Headphone/Line out/Mic in(1)(3.5mm)
Bluetooth| 5.2
WiFi| Intel WiFi 5 ac/a/b/g/n

( Windows® 10
Once powered-on, Pilot X/S will operate the latest non-licensed version of Windows® 10. Essential functions, settings, operations and commands are comparable to that of a new Windows® operating desktop including interface and system presets. A Windows® license is not included, so a license key will be needed to unlock Windows® 10’s full capabilities. You do not have to activate Windows® 10 for standard operations, but the system will be subject to the following limitations:• An Activate Windows® watermark on the lower right-hand corner of the display.
• Personalization options will be inaccessible (wallpaper, accent colors, lock screen, themes, etc).
For more information on how to use your Windows® 10 operating system, see the full manual at www.support.microsoft.com/windows
Imaging / Formatting
Due to the complexity of installed drivers, Hover Cam offers a free imaging service. Hover Cam is not responsible for damages caused by unauthorized reformatting. For more information on the free imaging service, please contact Hover Cam Technical Support: [email protected]
An ethernet cable can be connected via a dongle (not included) to one of Pilot X/S’s USB ports (Type-A or Type-C) to facilitate imaging and wired networking.
Note: When reformatting Pilot XIS, the reinstallation of specific drivers may be required. For convenience, the Pilot’s required drivers are also preloaded on the included USB Drive and can be reinstalled after imaging.

Tablet Mode
For users who want a more touch-friendly experience, Pilot X/S can be configured to activate tablet mode when removed from the Magnetic Tablet Dock. While in tablet mode, apps will open in full screen, the start menu will replace the desktop, icon sizes will increase, etc. Tablet mode can also be manually switched on or off within the action center on the taskbar. For more information on tablet mode, visit the Windows® 10 Support Page at www.support.microsoft.com/windows.
Thumb Strap
For added safety, an optional Thumb Strap is included with every Pilot X/S Tablet. The thumb strap allows the user to maintain a better grip on the tablet while using it independent of the podium.
WARNING: The thumb strap is not designed to support the full weight of the Pilot X/S tablet. Always keep two hands on the tablet, and never carry it by the thumb strap alone. Damages caused by negligent use of the thumb strap will not be covered by the factory warranty.
To install the thumb strap, first remove the adhesive film and position the strap horizontally below the underside lip as pictured below, making sure to align the 2x 10mm screw holes on the back of the tablet casing. Then use a small Phillips screw driver (not included) to secure the 2x included 10mm screws into position.
Using the Pop-Out Keyboard
The tablet will connect to the podium’s Pop-Out Keyboard when docked on the Magnetic Tablet Dock. To deploy the keyboard, simply push-in on its front edge and it will  automatically extend. To retract, gently push it back into the unit until it locks into place.

Using the Digital Keyboard
When using the tablet independent of the Magnetic Tablet Dock, the digital keyboard must be used for any typing input. To access the digital keyboard, simply click on the  digital keyboard icon on the right side of the Windows® taskbar. If the icon is missing, you’ll need to access typing settings to enable it (Windows® Settings→ Devices→ Typing). For more information on the digital  keyboard, visit the Windows® 10 Support page at www.support.microsoft.com/windows.

Using Third Party Accessories
Most USB third party accessories that work with standard PC’s will work with the . This includes mice, USB 3.0 Type-A ports located on the lefts ide of the Tablet. Bluetooth  devices, such as a Bluetooth mouse, can also be connected to the . For help connecting Bluetooth enabled devices, visit the Windows® 10 Support Page at www.support.microsoft.com/windows.

Document Camera

The Pilot X/S tablet comes equipped with a Fold-Out Document Camera. The document camera can be used as a lesson recorder, scanner, webcam, live annotation tool,  microscope, show-and-tell device, audio recorder, video logger, and much more. For optimal functionality, use the included Flex 11 software (page 18) to operate the  document camera. Camera specifications are as follows:

Camera Sensor| 13.0 Mega Pixel BSI CMOS| Zoom| 480x (6x ASR, 8x Digital, 10x Mechanical)
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Video Resolution| 4K@30FPS, 1080p @60FPS, 720p @120FPS| Audio| Built-in High- Fidelity Microphone
Image Resolution| Image Resolution 4224×3156 (13 MP)| Focus| Auto Focus, Selective Focus, Focus Lock
Scan Size| US Letter & US Legal| Lighting| Integrated LED

Deploying
To deploy the document camera, push-down on the Document Camera Release Button (a silver circular hinge found on top of the tablet), and the camera arm should release with a “click”. The camera arm can now be rotated out of its recess. Once deployed, the system will detect that the camera is in use, and it will be discoverable as a USB device. The camera arm has three moving sections: the Post, Head and Base. To close the document camera, simply fold the head and post back into the base, and rotate the base back into the recess until it “clicks” into place. The system will know that the camera has been folded away, and disconnect it to conserve battery.
Positioning
Once deployed, the base can pivot outwards 180°, and can tilt up or down 180°. The post folds out of the base, and adds an additional 180° range of upward/downward tilt. The head also tilts up or down 180°, and can pivot 270°. When on a flat surface, the camera’s viewable area can easily show full letter and legal sized pages when the camera arm is positioned properly.

Software
The tablet comes with two document software programs preinstalled: Flex 11.
Questions? Contact Hover Cam Technical support for more information at http://www.hovercam.com/support.
Flex 11 is a dedicated document camera software for live lesson presentation and annotation, video recording, still image capture, document scanning, digital whiteboarding and much more. Note: Flex Whiteboard may be installed as a separate program.
For the full software downloads, updates and training visit: https://www.hovercam.com/flex11
Operating
Operating the document camera is easy with the onboard Document Camera Controls, found on the top right corner of the Pilot X/S Tablet:

• Zoom-In: Zooms in on the camera’s view area.
• Zoom-Out : Zooms-out of the camera’s view area.
• Autofocus: Enables automatic focusing on the dominate object in the camera’s view area. Periodically readjusts focal point to keep the dominate object in focus.
• Autofocus Lock : Fixes the focal point on the most dominate object in the camera’s view area, and retains that focal point until deactivated.
• Camera Reset: Resets the camera’s main board when an error occurs. Use a small object, such as the tip of a paper clip.
• Rotate: Rotates the camera’s image 180º.
• Freeze: Freezes/unfreezes the camera’s image.

Please note that the Document Camera Controls may not be compatible with 3rd party software’s, and are designed to work best with the included Flex 11 software program. The document camera also features an LED Light for added illumination in darker areas. Toggle the Illumination Switch found on the Camera Head to activate or deactivate the LED Light.

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References

• Support — HoverCam
• Windows help & learning
• Flex 11 — HoverCam

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