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ViewBoard® Cast
Connect & Collaborate
User Guide

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  • Page 1 ViewBoard® Cast Connect & Collaborate User Guide...
  • Page 2 As a world-leading provider of visual solutions, ViewSonic® is dedicated to exceeding the world’s expectations for technological evolution, innovation, and simplicity. At ViewSonic®, we believe that our products have the potential to make a positive impact in the world, and we are confident that the ViewSonic® product you have chosen will serve you well.
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Contents Introduction ..............4 Preparing to launch ViewBoard® Cast ......6 Needed components ....................6 Launching ViewBoard® Cast ........7 Starting ViewBoard® Cast on a client device............8 Network information..................... 11 Casting to ViewBoard® with AirPlay ..............12 ViewBoard® Cast setting: ..................13 Display Group settings for one to many casting ..
  • Page 4: Introduction

    Working with ViewBoard® Cast software and the vCastSender app allows you to stream live recordings and annotate as well as share your screen, photos, videos, annotations, documents and camera directly onto ViewSonic® ViewBoard® Interactive Flat Panels and other mobile devices.
  • Page 5 ViewBoard® Cast has the following features: Wireless Display Users can connect to the same network or cross sub- network environments and display their personal screen to a ViewBoard® or display. Multi-split screen display Multiple users can connect and display concurrently to the ViewBoard®...
  • Page 6: Preparing To Launch Viewboard® Cast

    Preparing to launch ViewBoard® Cast This section covers information you need to know about the ViewBoard® Cast software installed on your Windows PC device. Needed components • Suggested Windows PC hardware specifications: ͫ Intel i3 series CPU or better • PC Operation system requirements: ͫ...
  • Page 7: Launching Viewboard® Cast

    Launching ViewBoard® Cast Follow the download link provided on the ViewBoard or display. 1. Connect to the room Network (i.e. “http://your company URL here”) 2. Download and open the Application 3. Launch vCastSender and enter the six (6) digit connecting PIN-code.
  • Page 8: Starting Viewboard® Cast On A Client Device

    Starting ViewBoard® Cast on a client device. 1. To start a ViewBoard® Cast, first search for the vCastSender application and ensure the client device is connected to the same ViewBoard® Cast room network server. 2. PC client devices (Windows/Mac/Chrome) should visit the address displayed in a browser;...
  • Page 9 3. Input the displayed PIN-code to download and install the app. 4. Once the client device has installed vCastSender the app can be launched.
  • Page 10 5. Enter the six (6) digit PIN-code to wirelessly display content onto the ViewBoard®.
  • Page 11: Network Information

    Network information • ViewBoard® Cast software, laptops, and mobile devices can connect to both the same subnet and the cross subnet network by entering the PIN-code to connect to the ViewBoard. • Connected devices will show up under “Device List” on the same subnet connection.
  • Page 12: Casting To Viewboard® With Airplay

    Casting to ViewBoard® with AirPlay Apple AirPlay® is compatible with ViewBoard® Cast for screen mirroring and content streaming under the same subnet environment only. Another “AirPlay Password” number will be generated on-screen for connection when using AirPlay to cast to the ViewBoard®. If you are in a cross subnet environment, please connect with vCastSender iOS first.
  • Page 13: Viewboard® Cast Setting

    ViewBoard® Cast setting: ViewBoard® Cast allows you to make advanced Cast Settings by clicking the Settings icon located in the bottom right corner of the screen.
  • Page 14 Device name Allows users to set their preferred device name so it is easy to identify. Connect Code Click the refresh icon to generate a new random code. PIN Code Visible Toggle between showing the ViewBoard® Cast connection PIN-code in the upper right side of the windows screen for easy log-in or hide it.
  • Page 15: Display Group Settings For One To Many Casting

    1. Click the Display Group Settings icon ( ) on the home screen and turn on the display group feature. Other preinstalled ViewBoard Cast devices in the same network will be listed. 2. Next, select the devices you want to join in the display group and click “OK” to save the settings.
  • Page 16: Share A Screen To The Grouped Display (One To Many Casting)

    When using a trial version of ViewBoard® Cast software, a window indicating the number of days left in your trial will be displayed. To continue using the software after the trial period you must activate the software. Please contact ViewSonic to purchase a license activation key.
  • Page 17: Viewboard® Cast User Features

    ViewBoard® Cast User Features This section describes the ViewBoard® Cast – vCastSender application features you can use while connected to ViewBoard® Cast or a display. Connecting to a ViewBoard® or display from PC Once connected, the vCastSender app for Windows, Mac and Chrome can wirelessly share your screen and use ViewBoard®...
  • Page 18 Item Description Toggle Click to hide or display the tool bar. Home Go to the Windows home page. Return Return to the previous operation interface. Folder View or open mobile device files including images, music, video and documents. Share Share your screen onto the connected ViewBoard® or display.
  • Page 19: Moderator Mode For Pc Users (Window/Mac/Chrome Only)

    Moderator mode for PC users (Window/Mac/Chrome only) Click the Moderator icon on-screen to enter ViewBoard® Cast Moderator mode, the feature allows the Moderator to take control of meetings or a classroom. NOTE:  • Moderator mode is only supported on Windows/Mac/Chrome devices. •...
  • Page 21: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting ViewBoard® Cast is designed to be easy to use, please contact your sales representative or IT department if you are experiencing any problems. Below are some issues that you may experience. Device List is Not Displayed Please make sure you have followed all instructions for connecting to the same network segment environment carefully.
  • Page 22: Ports

    Ports: TCP 51040, 51030, 51020 & 51010 UDP 5353 (mDNS to broadcast Airplay) How to confirm that Airplay service is broadcasting: 1. Ensure that your iOS device and ViewBoard® are connected to the same sub- network. 2. Open Control Center and select Airplay Mirroring On for iOS devices (e.g. iPhone/ iPad).
  • Page 23: Other Information

    For technical support or product service, see the table below or contact your reseller. NOTE:  You will need to provide the product serial number. Country/ Region Website Country/ Region Website Asia Pacific & Africa Australia www.viewsonic.com/au/ Bangladesh www.viewsonic.com/bd/ 中国 (China) www.viewsonic.com.cn www.viewsonic.com/hk/ 香港 (繁體中文) Hong Kong (English) www.viewsonic.com/hk-en/ India www.viewsonic.com/in/...
  • Page 24 C0 M91 Y72 K24 Process Color C0 M0 Y0 K100 Process Color C0 M91 Y72 K24 Process Color Pantone Black C Spot Color Pantone 187 C Spot Color...

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