Smartboard: Connecting Your Computer

These steps should help you connect your Windows PC or Mac to a Smartboard.

Connecting Your Windows PC to the Smartboard

1. Connect Cables:

   • To display your screen on the Smartboard: Plug the HDMI or USB-C cable from the Smartboard into your Windows PC.

   • (Optional) For touch functionality: Connect the USB cable from the Smartboard to your PC.

2. Select Input Source:

   • On the Smartboard, select the input source (HDMI/USB-C) that matches your connection.

3. Adjust Display Settings:

   • On your Windows PC, go to Settings > System > Display.
   • Select Duplicate or Extend display as needed.

4. Calibrate Touch:

   • The Smartboard software will pop up on your PC.
   • Follow the on-screen instructions to calibrate the touch functionality.

Connecting Your Mac to a Smartboard

1. Connect Cables:

   • Plug the USB-C cable from the Smartboard into your Mac (this will give you both touch functionality and display your screen).

2. Select Input Source:

   • On the Smartboard, select the input source (USB-C) that matches your connection.

3. Adjust Display Settings:

   • On your Mac, go to System Preferences > Displays.
   • Select Mirror Displays or Use as Separate Display as needed.

4. Calibrate Touch:

   • The Smartboard software will pop up on your Mac.
   • Follow the on-screen instructions to calibrate the touch functionality.