Optoma Creative Touch Interactive Flat Panel Displays User Guide

Optoma Creative Touch Interactive Flat Panel Displays

Product Information

The Interactive Flat Panel Displays (IFPDs) offered by Optoma are designed to simplify your life by providing a more intuitive and collaborative experience in classrooms, training rooms, and meeting rooms. These IFPDs are replacing older interactive technologies like interactive whiteboards and offer a range of features to enhance your interactive display experience.

Key Features

• Brightness: The IFPDs have a panel life of 50,000 hours with no decrease in brightness over time.
• Resolution: The IFPDs offer 4K UHD resolution for crisp and clear visuals.
• Cleaning: Only light cleaning is required to maintain the expected life of the display.
• Connectivity: The IFPDs provide multiple inputs including HDMI, USB, Ethernet, and Audio.
• Points of Touch: The IFPDs support up to 20 points of touch, allowing for multi-user interaction.
• Shadow: Unlike projectors, the IFPDs do not cast any shadows on the display.
• Lamp Life: Some IFPD models offer an estimated lamp life of up to 20,000 hours with laser technology.

Product Usage Instructions

Finding an Expert:

If you need assistance in finding the right IFPD for your needs, visit the Optoma Interactive Flat Panel Displays webpage at www.optomausa.com /interactive-flat-panel-displays. Here, you can schedule a demo or speak to an expert who can guide you through the selection process.

Choosing the Right IFPD:

When selecting an IFPD, consider the following:

• Compatibility: Determine if an IFPD fits your specific needs and requirements.
• Display Size: Consider the size of the room and choose a display size appropriate for the space. Also, think about the intended use and expected content to ensure maximum comfortable viewing distance.

Using the IFPD:

Once you have chosen and installed the IFPD, follow these steps to use it effectively:

1. Power on the IFPD using the designated power button or remote control.
2. Use the touch-screen functionality to interact with the display. The IFPD supports up to 20 points of touch, allowing multiple users to collaborate simultaneously.
3. Connect your devices to the IFPD using the available HDMI, USB, Ethernet, or Audio inputs.
4. Utilize the built-in tools and apps to enhance your interactive experience.
5. When cleaning the IFPD, only perform light cleaning to maintain its expected life. Avoid using harsh chemicals or abrasive materials.

By following these instructions, you can make the most out of your Optoma Interactive Flat Panel Display and enjoy a seamless interactive experience.

GETTING STARTED

FIND AN EXPERT TO HELP YOU
Finding the right IFPD can be a daunting task and we’re here to help. Optoma’s Creative Touch interactive flat panel displays have everything you’ll need and we’ll help you find exactly what you need. Visit our IFPD webpage and even schedule a demo or speak to an expert at: www.optomausa.com/interactive-flat- panel-displays.

• IFPD webpage
• Schedule a demo
• Speak to an expert

HOW CAN INTERACTIVE TECHNOLOGY SIMPLIFY YOUR LIFE?
Interactive flat panel displays (IFPDs) are being widely implemented in today’s HyFlex and traditional classrooms, training rooms, and more. IFPDs are quickly replacing other interactive technologies, such as interactive whiteboards (IWBs) and older TVs or screens. This guide gives you a checklist of what to look out for when you are upgrading your classroom or meeting room technology.
HOW CAN INTERACTIVE TECHNOLOGY SIMPLIFY YOUR LIFE?
Interactive flat panel displays (IFPDs) are essentially giant touch-screen monitors or tablets. They are designed to be flexible and multi-use, conforming to the needs of practically any classroom or meeting room environment, whether you’re looking for a large interactive tablet or something much more collaborative. Interactive whiteboard (IWB) technology is fast becoming a legacy technology due to a limited number of simultaneous touch-points available, inferior resolutions and connectivity options. There are many reasons to choose an IFPD over IWB technology including the overall experience and total cost of ownership. An IFPD should be reliable, robust, easy to use, and include tools to fit your specific needs. Some key features to look out for:

• 7H Mohs toughened glass
• Anti-fingerprint / anti-glare
• Lower failure rates
• 50,000 hours+ lifetime
• Multiple extended warranty options

DOES AN IFPD FIT YOUR NEEDS?

When deciding if an IFPD is the right solution, be mindful of things like budget, how big or small the space is and what screen size may be needed, and even how you plan on using it.

• What apps or software are important to you?
• Will you be connecting an external PC and need touch capabilities with that external device?
• What is the maximum viewing distance required?

These are just a few key items, but it’s great to build a list so you know exactly what’s important to you.

FINDING THE PERFECT DISPLAY SIZE

• IFPDs come in different sizes, so a good idea is to start with the room sizes and select a display size appropriate to the space. Keeping in mind the intended use of the displays and expected content, think about the maximum comfortable viewing distance for the particular room’s layout and go from there.
• Popular display sizes are 65”, 75”, and 86” and are suitable for use in small meeting rooms or huddle spaces, conference rooms, training rooms, classrooms and everything in between.
• Don’t forget to ask for the help of an expert to guide you through the process. They take into account things like
• room size and viewing distance, application and expected content to ensure you find the size that fits best.

LET’S GET CUSTOMIZED

Some things are best experienced when tailored for you, and that’s no different when choosing an IFPD setup. Don’t forget to customize and accessorize accordingly. Understand the basics when it comes to connectivity. This could mean everything from HDMI, USB options, LAN or even optional Wi-Fi modules, and don’t forget any cables you might need, if not included. And finally, here are some great ways to accessorize and setup your IFPD:

• Slot-in PCs or Mini-PCs
• Wall mounts and mobile stands
• Webcams or conferencing cameras

View IFPD accessories

A MORE INTUITIVE EXPERIENCE

Not all IFPDs are created equal. It’s best to find an IFPD that has been thoughtfully designed for an easy-to-use and intuitive user experience. Look for displays with native 4K UHD screen resolution and a smooth writing experience, as well as automatic ‘over-the-air’ (OTA) updates that help keep your display up-to-date with the latest firmware. A quickdraw pen gives presenters a simple ‘grab-and-write’ whiteboard experience without having to search for an app.

NATURAL WRITING EXPERIENCE

IFPDs with low response times (8ms should be your standard) and smaller air gaps create a more natural writing experience, just like writing on a whiteboard or when taking pen to paper. Dual-tip and dualcolor stylus options also allow users to choose their desired pen color and pen-tip width for writing, drawing or even markup.

BUILT-IN TOOLS

Get the best value by finding the most useful builtin tools included with your IFPD. These popular and important tools should definitely make your list:

• Collaboration tools (such as screen sharing and voting)
• Recording (audio as well as the screen)
• Robust file manager with cloud drive integration
• Whiteboard and annotation tools
• TÜV Rheinland-certified low blue light and flicker-free
• Ambient light sensor for auto-dimming
• Multiple security features (screen lock, cloud drive PIN, USB-port disable)
• Android OS (for features such as dual-app mode to run two apps side-by-side)
• Web browser

SHARING IS WINNING

Whether you are planning to use your IFPD in a classroom setting or a boardroom, being able to quickly share your screen from a separate device (or have multiple devices connected and sharing at the same time) comes in very handy. You’ll definitely want your IFPD to allow multiple devices to connect and share simultaneously and to have control of which devices can connect, share, or even control the display. With the right IFPD, even casting a video or presentation can be painless.
Things to consider:

• How many devices can be connected simultaneously?
• What about 2-way sharing?
• Can the teacher control or set specific permissions?

APPS AND TOOLS

We all have our favorite apps or even software we like using. Make sure that your IFPD has an app store with popular choices, such as videoconferencing apps (like Zoom and Cisco Webex), BBC News, Khan Academy, etc. Additionally, some IFPDs come bundled with highly valuable collaborative software for your connected PC (such as Reactiv SUITE™) for a seamless and exciting experience right out of the box.
TRUSTED LARGE DISPLAY BRAND?

As with all technology, the lowest price isn’t always best. Look for a brand that you can trust. Key things to consider are:

• Testimonials from peers
• Case studies
• Industry awards

View case studies

WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT SUPPORT

Whether you’re new to IFPDs or already a firm believer in how they can simplify and improve your in-room experience, sometimes things happen or just a little extra help comes in handy. Look out for a display that comes with:

• Flexible extended warranty options
• Free online tutorials
• Dedicated technical support

PUTTING IT ALL TOGETHER

There’s a lot of ground to cover, so here’s a checklist to simplify and bring it all together:

• Trusted brand in large display solutions
• Low failure rates and long lifetime
• Find the right size and pair it with the right accessories
• How intuitive and easy-to-use is it?
• Does it provide a natural look and feel?
• What kind of built-in tools and features are included?
• Sharing and casting – what does this look like?
• Extensive list of apps and tools with popular choices
• Are there various support options, just in case you need them?

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References

• Experience More | Optoma USA
• Interactive displays | Optoma USA

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