SMART MX Series Installation And Maintenance Guide

Appendix D
Managing SMARTBoard MX series displays using RS-232
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Appendix D: Managing SMARTBoard MX series
displays using RS-232
Configuring the serial interface settings 108
Communication structure 108
Power states 111
Commands 112
You can connect a control system or terminal emulation program on your computer to the display's room
control input and remotely select video inputs, change power and sleep states, and get information about
the display’s current settings, such as current input source, contrast and power state.
Connect an RS-232 cable from the control system or the computer’s serial port to the RS-232connector on
the bottom of the display.
IMPORTANT
Use only a standard RS-232 cable. Do not use a null modem cable. Null modem cables typically have ends
of the same type.

SMART MX Series Specifications

General

Aspect Ratio	16:9
RAM	4 GB
Internal Storage	32 GB
Refresh Rate	60 Hz
Response Time	8 ms
Brightness	350 cd/m²
Contrast Ratio	4000:1
Dimensions (W x H x D)	Varies by screen size
Weight	Varies by screen size
Screen Sizes	65", 75", 86"
Operating System	Android
Connectivity	HDMI, USB, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth
Audio	Built-in speakers
Touch Points	20
Viewing Angle	178°
VESA Mount	Yes
Display Type	LED-backlit LCD