CHAPTER 2
INSTALLING YOUR INTERACTIVE WHITEBOARD SYSTEM
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WARNING
Refer to your interactive whiteboard system’s specifications (available at
for its weight. Check your local building codes to ensure that your wall can support this weight, and
use appropriate mounting hardware for your wall type.
CAUTION
If you’re replacing a SMART Board 500 or 600 series interactive whiteboard with the SMART Board
800 series interactive whiteboard on drywall, you must remove the wall-mount bracket and
mounting hardware, and then install all the mounting hardware and brackets supplied with your
SMART Board 800 series interactive whiteboard instead.
To help ensure that your interactive whiteboard is mounted correctly, make sure the colors of the
wall-mount hanger on the back of the interactive whiteboard and the wall-mount bracket are the same.
Choosing a height
SMART includes a mounting template with each interactive whiteboard system. If you lose this
template, contact your authorized SMART reseller. Using this template ensures that you can do the
following:
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Mount the projector at a safe height for head space clearance, while maintaining enough space
for airflow and installation access above the unit.
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Position the projector at the correct height above your interactive whiteboard to align the
projected image with the touch screen.
Dimensions on the template recommend a distance from the floor suitable for adults of average
height. You should consider the general height of your user community when you choose a location
for your interactive whiteboard.