BenQ Board

Login:

• Use your personal NFC card that was issued to you to sign in to your BenQ board.
• Daily substitutes will login as Guest (log into Google with PISD credentials). No NFC card provided.
• 🎬Video: How to log in and switch sources (1 min)

Learn how to use the board at your own pace:

• BenQ PISD One-Pager Quick Guide - (5-10 min) Review to make sure you have what you need, (including how to mirror your Laptop).
• Getting Started Guide Steps 1-3 - (60 minutes) Learn the basic features of your board.
• Connecting BenQ to Cloud Storage (AMS) - Important - do this to connect to your Google Drive once you have your NFC card. This is also where you can customize your wallpaper and profile image and change the idle logout timer (recommended 2 hrs).

What can it do? 

• Interactive whiteboard software designed to enhance classroom learning experiences. It encourages whole-class participation and collaboration by providing a digital canvas for teachers and students to work together.
• Teachers have the ability to create something in EZ Write while on the desktop or iPad, save to Google Drive. Then open EZ Write on the BenQ board and open the file by opening AMS/Google Drive.
• It is easier for some people to create on the laptop rather than standing at the board (see option 2 or 4 below).
• Teachers might want to build activities using manipulatives and share their EZ Write file with other teachers.
• It's a way to organize YouTube videos and elements together.
• Create other activities for engagements.

How can I access EZ Write 6 on the board?

• Option 1: Open it on the BenQ board. 
• Option 2: Tap the fat end of your BenQ pen to the NFC reader ("N" icon).  EZ Write will open instantly. 

How can I access EZ Write remotely?

• Option 1: Install EZ Write 6 from the App Depot (while on the network) on your laptop. (Great for pre-planning lessons at your desk or at home).
• Option 2: Install from Self Service on the iPad.
• Option 3: Log into EZ Write 6 on the web (Sign in with Google) to view in browser (Pro tip: add a tile in Webdesk).

Learn how to use EZ Write 6:

• EZ Write Playlist - short video tutorials to get teachers comfortable with EZ Write.
• EZ Write User Guide - step-by-step instructions and great visuals.
• How to Open a YouTube Video into EZ Write - (1 min video; see step-by-step instructions in the video description)

How can I upload files (Docs, Slides, PDFs, etc.) from Drive to EZWrite?

• Open google drive/docs app
• Tap the 3 dots  next to the title of the desired doc
• Tap send a copy
• Select EZWrite from the options that appear
• A view-only version of the file will upload into EZWrite. 
• If you need it to be editable, use the app itself (Docs app, Slides app, etc.)

Floating Tool

User Guide: How to use the Floating Tool (pencil)
Video: Learn how the Floating Tools works! (12 min)

Instashare2

How to Webcast your laptop to the BenQ board using Instashare 2 (Untethered with Laptop/Chromebook) Video linked in handout.

BenQ Basics User Guide

BenQ Basics and Beyond  - Tips for AMS, EZ Write, and InstaShare 2

Video Tutorials

BenQ Board Playlist 
(Step 3 in the Getting Started Guide above)

• Customize AMS (3:41 min)
• Using the Floating Tool (3:46 min)
• Text Translation (2:56 min)
• Multi-window AKA splitting screens (1:40 min)

🎬From basics to mastery in just three short sessions — watch anywhere, anytime.

1. Opening Scene: Your First Act with the BenQ Board (19 min)
2. Plot Twist: Features You Didn’t Know You Had (15 min) Go beyond the basics with hidden tools, tips, and tricks that make lessons more engaging and interactive.
3. The Grand Finale: Mastering Your BenQ Board (15 min) For advanced users — elevate your lessons and create unforgettable, collaborative classroom experiences.

Good for both beginner and experienced users, this self-paced course will help you to:

• Navigate the BenQ Board confidently (log in, switch sources/inputs, wirelessly cast).
• Use the BenQ’s built-in tools to increase student engagement (Floating Tool, EZ Write, InstaShare2).
• Know where to access the right support resources when help is needed (Plano ISD BenQ webpage, CTA/Help Desk, Digital Learning Team).
• Earn 1 Trade Hour and a Badge!

Sign up in PowerSchool: #31293 DLT: BenQ Orientation Course

Your remote has many functions:

1. Pointer and mouse: Press the Pointer key on the top right of the remote (looks like a sun).  A red dot will appear, press center button to "click" on any object.  Press and hold to drag.  
2. Spotlight: Press the Pointer Key.  Press Left  navigation to toggle to spotlight feature.  Press up or down navigation to make spotlight bigger or smaller.   Toggle Right navigation to return to red dot pointer.
3. Clicker: press Left or Right navigation on Direction key to advance or go back in a slide deck. 
4. Switch Sources or apps: Press the Recent key (looks like 2 boxes). A screen appears with active sources and open apps.  Toggle between resources easily.
5. Freeze or Blank screen: Click appropriate buttons.

🎬Video demonstration: I Didn't Know My BenQ Remote Could Do That! (10 min)

The Apple TV is installed behind the BenQ board. You'll use it just like you did when you had a projector. 

1. Turn on the Apple TV by pressing the power button on your Apple TV remote. A white light will appear on the bottom of the Apple TV. (Not turning on? Charge your remote. )

2. On the BenQ Board, press the settings gear on the front panel and select Apple TV as the input. 

3. On your iPad swipe down from the top right to open the Control Center and select the two boxes to mirror. 

4. You'll see a list of available Apple TVs with room numbers. Select the Apple TV with your classroom number on it. 

5. Enter the 4-digit code that appears on the BenQ board. 

Now you will see your iPad screen on the BenQ Board. 

• What model? BenQ RP04, 86 inches
• When do we get ours? The Projects Team and Instructional Technology will work with your principal to schedule the installation and campus training.
• How will I know how to use it? Schools that are scheduled to have the boards installed will start with a model classroom. One teacher will have it installed in his/her classroom and be trained by a member of the Instructional Technology Department on how to use it with a hands-on demo. That teacher can then help support their campus once it's fully outfitted. The Digital Learning Team will help train the campus. See the Getting Started section below for handouts, etc.
• What will the installation look like? The projector will be removed. The BenQ Board will be installed on the wall. A white board will be installed on either side of the BenQ Board (2 white boards). The Apple TV will be installed behind the BenQ Board. You can easily switch sources between your BenQ Board (Android), your Teacher PC (laptop), and the Apple TV by pressing the settings gear.

By default, the board will automatically log out after 30 minutes of being idle. 

To change that, you must log into your AMS account and turn that setting off: 

1. Log into your AMS account.
2. Click "Edit" next to Idle Session Logout. 
3. It is recommended to have it log off after 2 hours. 
4. Click Apply.

You can return to those settings to edit them at any time. 

Link to BenQ Video Instructions

Before cleaning:

• Power off and unplug the display.
• Let it cool before wiping.

Screen cleaning:

• Use a dry microfiber cloth to remove dust.
• For smudges, lightly dampen the cloth with 70% isopropyl alcohol (never spray directly). 
• Wipe gently in straight lines, not circles.
• Let it dry before powering back on. 

What to avoid:

• No paper towels, tissues, or rough cloths.
• No harsh chemicals (ammonia, bleach, strong solvents).
• Don't press hard or let liquid seep into edges.

Other care:

• Dust vents and ports gently with canned air or soft brush.
• Keep area around display clean and well-ventilated.
• Avoid direct sunlight or heat sources.

Frequency:

• Suggested light wipe weekly.
• Deeper clean as needed.

Multi-Window will need to be enabled on the board via the settings:

• * Recommend enabling before or after school.
• Tap settings gear button on front of panel
• Tap advanced
• Scroll down to multi-window
• Toggle on (FYI - this will IMMEDIATELY restart the panel)

Lock the board (04 model) to prevent anyone from accessing it at inappropriate times.

1. Click setting gear button on front of panel
2. Tap "Advanced"
3. Scroll down and tap "Display Locks"
4. Use the toggle buttons for what you want to lock: keypad (buttons on front of panel), remote control, and/or touch. 

Settings > Advanced > Display locks > Touch lock

If you have the updated 05 boards

Unlock the board

For the teacher to easily unlock whatever has been locked, just hold down the "settings" button on the remote or panel for 10 seconds and it will unlock.

"Lock" board - Alternatively, tap your NFC card to quickly log out.  Tap again when you return (all tabs, apps will be as you left it).

Option 1: From Settings, click on the blank screen icon at the bottom of the pop-up window.

Option 2: Change the blank button settings on the remote so that it blanks out the screen but does not mute the board. 

• On the front pane of the board, press Settings
• Tap Display
• Scroll down and tap Advanced Settings
• Scroll down and select the drop down next to "Remote control Blank button" 
• Select "Blank Screen Only"

Substitutes will log into the board using Guest mode to do Option #1 below. Or follow Option #2 to mirror the teacher laptop or Chromebook. 

• Option #1: If the teacher gave the substitute instructions to share with students via a Google Doc/Slide, the Substitute will open the Chrome app from the home screen of the BenQ board, sign into their account, and type the URL for the Doc/Slide into the browser. Or if it was shared with the sub, he/she can open the Drive app to access the file rather than opening Chrome.
• Option #2: If laptop is not available, the CTA can issue a Chromebook to the sub for the day. The sub can plug in the HDMI cord on the teacher's desk to their Chromebook in order to display the "Teacher PC" on the board. See Steps 3 and 4 on the BenQ One-Pager Quick Guide to learn how to project the Chromebook and to switch sources.

1. Tap “Login” on the left side of the BenQ Board
2. Select “SSO” (do not type in your credentials yet)
3. Select “SAML”
4. The Organization Unit is planoisd.
5. Enter your Plano ISD email address and password.

Yes. Please do not turn off the board after you logout at the end of the day. The board is on a "sleep schedule" and will need to remain on to run updates. 

Pro-tip:  Log out with a tap of your NFC card! 

Top 5 Reasons BenQ Boards are a Classroom Game Changer

1. Touchscreen & Interactive Tools
   Multi-touch functionality lets multiple students engage at once with writing, drawing, and interactive lessons. Built-in annotation tools* make instruction dynamic and hands-on. *Floating tool & EZWrite
    

2. Built-in Educational Software
   EZWrite enables interactive lessons with handwriting recognition, sticky notes, and multimedia. Cloud whiteboarding allows real-time collaboration—even remotely.
    

3. Wireless Integration
   Easily share Chromebook/laptop screens using InstaShare2. Share your iPad/Mac screen using Apple TV. 
    

4. Comfortable, Long-Term Use
   Eye-care technology (low blue light and flicker-free) helps reduce strain. Plus, the LED display is durable and low-maintenance—no bulbs to replace or calibrate!
    

5. All-in-One Functionality & Classroom Control
   With a built-in Android system, no computer is required (although your laptop will be connected via USB-C). The Account Management System (AMS) allows teachers to personalize settings, manage content, and control access for classroom focus.
    

6. Student Engagement & Transformative Teaching
   BenQ Boards turn classrooms into a collaborative hub rather than a "sit and get" environment. Students can actively participate, staying focused and motivated. Teachers can be untethered and transition seamlessly between lessons, activities, and devices while teaching. 

Learn cool tips to navigate your board more easily and level up your BenQ skills. Check out this presentation with our top 10 BenQ moves.