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BenQ screens come in three sizes 55″(RP551+) 65″(RP650+) 70″(RP700+) Easy to use and easy on the eye with BenQ Eye-care™ interactive displays, the BenQ RP700+ delivers a 70” classroom interaction solution enhanced by BYOD support.
Low Blue Light Technology
The interactive flat panels are built with BenQ’s Low Blue Light Technology to reduce harmful blue spectrum light emission, which causes eyestrain, eye fatigue and even mascular degeneration. The Low Blue Light technology features the Classroom mode that combats the possible side effects associated with blue light in every usage occasion.
AG(Anti-Glare) Glass
The screen’s anti-glare glass reduces reflection, for more legible text and clearer images, helping students avoid eyestrain and facilitating more effective instruction. The picture on the left shows AG glass which minimizes interfering glare on the screen surface. The picture on the right shows how conventional glass is prone to suffer from irritating glare that is not very friendly on the eye.
Ambient Light Sensor 
Automatic brightness adjustment ensures the best viewing experience regardless of ambient light levels, while protecting the eyes and reducing power consumption by up to 50%.
MDA Software
Multiple Display Administrator (MDA) saves time and effort by providing remote management of BenQ Interactive Flat Panel MDA also supports remote shutdowns of equipment not in use, saving significant power costs.
Front Bezel Hot Key Design
Hotkeys are incorporated on the front bezel for quick and easy access to Freeze and Blank features as well as volume and input source control.
Quick Access on Remote Control
The Freeze and Blank features are built as hotkeys on the remote control for easy access to support classroom instruction and presentation efficiency.
Multi-Platform Compatibility
Compatible with major operating systems from Windows to Mac, Linux and Chrome, the interactive flat panels are built to work seamlessly with a wide range of computing and mobile devices with a simple plug and play.
Multi-PC Touch Support
With three USB ports, one set on the front bezel for easy access, the interactive flat panels support up to three computing devices.
DisplayNote Software 
The DisplayNote software is a cross platform solution that facilitates real-time collaboration across multiple computing and smart devices, enabling everyone to stream content and contribute to the presentation. The Wireless Desktop Control feature further allows teachers to mirror and wirelessly control their PC from anywhere in class, freeing them from traditional lecture style teaching.
EZCast Software
The EZCast software features WiFi Display that projects diverse digital content from computers and smart devices as well as your cloud storage via WiFi. Its Quad Split Screen feature supports cross-platform split-screen display from up to four input sources. As a result, teachers and students are able to share and interact freely.
SMART Notebook Software 
Choose the option that includes the SMART Notebook™ collaborative learning software, which sets the standard for creating, delivering and managing interactive activities within a single application. SMART’s award-winning Notebook software will give you access to a rich set of activity creation and delivery features with exciting ready-made content, tools and support for you to use in your classroom
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ActivPanel Touch unites multi-touch interactivity, vibrant images, a classroom-tough design and Promethean’s award-winning software in an interactive flat-panel display that is optimized for the classroom
ActivPanel Touch at a glance:
Excellent visibility in any room, at any angle
Keeping all learners engaged is the hallmark of ActivPanel Touch. Crystal-clear visibility in virtually any lighting conditions and a wide viewing angle make every seat in the house a great one. Whether you’re in a classroom flooded with warm sunshine or one with no natural lighting, every student will be well placed to actively learn.
Precise interaction for any task
Exceptionally smooth and responsive interactivity is the norm whether you are writing, pinching, zooming or swiping the edge of the ActivPanel Touch screen. Using a stylus or finger, ActivPanel Touch offers a natural, precise handwriting experience. Our multi-touch functionality brings Windows 7 and Windows 8’s tools to life at the swipe of your students’ fingertips.
Reduce the technology learning curve
ActivPanel Touch is simple and intuitive for both learners and teachers. Using technology to accomplish your long list of learning objectives has never been easier.
Enjoy a long life of worry-free use Promethean’s interactive flat panel is designed to meet the unique needs and demands of any classroom. Its long-lasting LED interactive touch screen, durable construction and comprehensive warranty ensure a long life of reliable service.
Make the most of your existing technology tools While ActivPanel Touch works seamlessly with all Promethean solutions, it’s also flexible enough to complement most educational technologies.
With the vast array of multimedia options available for the classroom these days it is easy to get a bit lost or confused. By the time you reach the end of this article i hope you will be a little more informed which will make your future buying decisions a little easier.
I will start with Smart Boards, they have been around for the longest time and in our experience seem to be the most popular multimedia addition to a classroom. They come bundled with the fantastic SMART Notebook Advantage collaborative learning software. This software sets the standard for creating delivering and managing interactive lessons all within a single application. Teachers can easily create engaging interactive lessons, and then save notes or content from those lessons to share with other staff and students. SMART Notebook software also provides a common platform for linking a variety of classroom technologies and student mobile devices. This licensed Smart Notebook software is a part of the Advantage software package and Notebook comes free forever . It is linked directly to the board you have purchased. It is no longer transferable to other boards or touch screens you have in your school. You can not legally use it for any other device. Especially non Smart products. For the first year you will also been given free access to a suite of tools as part of Smart Notebook Advantage software package such as:
SMART Response VE
Seamlessly transition between lesson delivery and assessment. Students can respond to planned and spontaneous questions and quizzes from any Internet-enabled device, anywhere.
SMART Notebook 3D tools
Provide truly immersive learning through the use of 3D objects directly in your SMART Notebook lesson.
SMART Notebook Connect
Find and explore new content, resources and professional development within SMART Notebook.
XC basic
Stimulate collaboration and discussion whilst incorporating mobile devices into your SMART Notebook lessons in new and exciting ways.
SMART Notebook Maths
Improve maths functionality for all year levels with more than 55,000 maths content objects and interactive activities for geometry, algebra, calculus and statistics. It supports both Mac and PC.
New tools
Easily create and deliver engaging lessons with new functionality in SMART Notebook, including a paintbrush pen and image editing tool.
Ink editing
Enhance instruction with automatic handwriting recognition and conversion combined with intuitive text editing capabilities. Now you can edit, move, delete, modify or insert text objects without reaching for a keyboard.
At the end of your 12 month free trial of these add on’s you can continue to use Smart Notebook for free and lose the use of the plug in’s or carry on enjoying the full benefits of SMART Notebook Advantage by paying an annual subscription which ensures that you can upgrade to the latest version of SMART Notebook, unlock add-ons and plug-ins and access live technical support.
The range of boards offered by Smart has recently been refreshed, they no longer use the resistive touch technology which relied on pressure applied to the board to sense touch and all now come with DViT (Digital Vision Touch) this technology uses cameras to distinguish between different actions and respond accordingly . A very effective and reliable solution.
They come in three distinct flavors the 400, 600 and 800 series from which you should be able to find the perfect match for your needs. You can use a Smart Board with any projector, we would recommend you use an Ultra Short Throw which look great and cut down on shadows cast across the working area when in use but a short throw or standard throw projector will fulfill the task effectively enough.
You will also need to consider what type of audio you want installed with your chosen Smart Board. We prefer to install wall mounted speakers and amps while providing wall mounted connections for your most common devices such as VGA, HDMI, USB etc. You should talk to your installer well in advance of your installation to specify what your preferred connections are. Integrated speakers are available on some of the premium Smart Boards models and we can also source Smarts own speakers which hang on the side of the boards and look integrated. All boards can be wall mounted or mounted on a fixed or height adjustable mobile stands allowing you more flexibility in their use.
(For advice on installations, projectors & audio options give us a call 01787 221166)
Smart Boards Explained
400 Series
The entry level 400 series now comprises of just one variant. The Smart Board 480.
This easy-to-use, touch-sensitive interactive whiteboard combines quality and affordability. It enables teachers and students to interact with lesson content in a natural way using either their finger or a pen. It is a single touch model so it can only be used by one person at a time and it will not support gestures such as flicking or pinching an image. The 77″ (195.6 cm) 4 x 3 touch sensitive display uses two cameras to track user input and the board is a good size which can been seen from the back of your average classroom.
600 Series
The mid range 600 series is comprised of four variants. The Smart Board 680, 680i, 685 & 685i.
Students and teachers can naturally interact with content, writing, erasing and performing mouse functions using a finger or pen. Its a dual touch board so will support two users using single touch or one user using intuitive gestures such as flick, rotate and zoom, which makes content easier to conceptualize and comprehend. All models in the 600 series use two cameras to track user input. The i models are the same boards as the numbered variants but come bundled with Smarts own projectors, they also come with projector controls that are integrated into the pen tray for basic projector management. Because of this they come at a premium price and i models may not offer the best value for money option.
The 680 has a 77″ (195.6 cm) 4 x 3 display.
The wide-format 685 has a 87” screen giving you more workspace and room to show images and videos. It’s ideal for classrooms that use widescreen laptops and monitors.
800 series
Both are powerful multitouch interactive whiteboards, which enable two users to simultaneously interact on the system’s surface while using different tools or their fingers to write, draw and manipulate lesson content with gestures utilizing four cameras encased in the boards surrounding bezel. The boards will also support four users at the same time using single touch.
The 880 has a 77″ (195.6 cm) 4 x 3 display
The wide-format 885 has a 87″ (221 cm) screen provides you with 20% more working space than the standard 77″ interactive whiteboard and is ideal for classrooms that use widescreen laptops and monitors.
Whatever Smart Board you decide suits your requirements best you will be joining millions of students and teachers around the world who use a SMART Board interactive whiteboards to help improve learning outcomes. Combining the simplicity of a whiteboard with the power of a computer, the SMART Board interactive whiteboard lets you deliver dynamic lessons, write notes in digital ink and save your work – all with the simple touch.
For expert advice on classroom multimedia solutions contact Cablers.
