Chapter 1. Meet ThinkSmart View Plus Thanks for choosing ThinkSmart View Plus. ThinkSmart View Plus is a modular video conference solution for hybrid workplace, including personal space and huddle room. Stylus Pen Camera Description Description 1. Camera LED 2. Camera lens 3.
Monitor and stand Chapter 1 Meet ThinkSmart View Plus...
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3. USB-C (3.2 Gen 1) connector 4. DisplayPort in connector 5. DisplayPort out connector (works only when there is 6. Ethernet connector DisplayPort input from a computer) 7. USB-A (3.2 Gen 1) connectors 8. Power connector ThinkSmart View Plus Deployment Guide...
Power supply Maximum 135-watt power supply • Input: 100 V ac – 240 V ac, approximately 2.5 A, 50–60 Hz Electrical voltage • Output: 20 V, 6.75 A, 135 W * for selected models Chapter 1 Meet ThinkSmart View Plus...
USB connectors on this device will vary and will be slower than the data rate listed below for each corresponding device. USB device Data rate (Gbit/s) 3.2 Gen 1 ThinkSmart View Plus Deployment Guide...
LED indications For the LED locations, see Chapter 1 “Meet ThinkSmart View Plus” on page 1. Camera LEDs LED name LED status Device status Solid white Camera on Blinking white Camera software update Camera LED Camera off In a meeting...
(4.9 feet). With a face ID created and camera privacy shutter open, you can automatically log in to ThinkSmart View Plus with your face. See “Create a face ID” on page 29 for information about how to create a face ID.
Microsoft Teams display mode (also called Teams mode) or the external display mode (also called peripheral mode). • In the Teams mode, you can use ThinkSmart View Plus as your conference device and use the monitor as the external display of your computer.
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• Use the provided USB-C cable or a purchased DisplayPort cable to connect your computer. – When using the USB-C cable, you can control the soundbar and camera of ThinkSmart View Plus from your computer. The supported maximum resolution is: –...
Chapter 3. Deployment prerequisites The following are basic prerequisites for deployment. ThinkSmart View Plus only works if the proper infrastructures are deployed. Please consult your sales representative for related prerequisites. Hardware • RJ45 Ethernet cable • DisplayPort cable (optional) • External monitor (optional) You can purchase accessories from Lenovo https://www.lenovo.com/accessories...
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2. Connect the power adapter and other peripheral devices to the connectors and slot in the bottom of the monitor. The device will turn on automatically after connected to power. Notes: • It is recommended that you use the provided USB-C cable to connect your computer for optimal performance.
Adjust monitor height and angle You can adjust the monitor height and angle for optimal viewing experience. ThinkSmart View Plus Deployment Guide...
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CAUTION: • If you put a smart phone in the phone slot, pay close attention to your phone when adjusting the monitor height. If necessary, remove the phone before the adjustment. • When you adjust the monitor height, keep your finger away from the stand pole so that your finger will not get pinched.
3. “Claim to ThinkSmart Manager” on page 23 (for selected models) Configure Android When you turn on ThinkSmart View Plus for the first time, you will see the Android windows where you can configure the Android settings for your device.
After completing the Android settings, you will see a window asking you to set an administrator password before using the device. Follow the on-screen instructions to set an administrator password to keep your device secure before you use it. ThinkSmart View Plus Deployment Guide...
• Illustrations in this guide might look different from your device as ThinkSmart Manager periodically updates features. Prerequisites 1. Create a Lenovo ID from the Lenovo Support page. • Page link: https://support.lenovo.com/ • Video reference: https://support.lenovo.com/ua/en/videos/nvid500033...
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2. Ensure that your device and the mobile device are connected to the Internet during the claiming process. Claiming steps 1. Scan the QR code to download the ThinkSmart Manager application on your mobile device. 2. Log in and complete the operations on your mobile device. ThinkSmart View Plus Deployment Guide...
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3. Scan the QR code on ThinkSmart View Plus. Follow on-screen instructions to apply the default organization configurations from cloud (if necessary) and complete the claiming process. Your device is claimed successfully. Chapter 5 Deploy software...
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2. Select Devices on the left navigation panel. The device list is displayed. 3. Select the device to manage. The device information is displayed. 4. Select Configuration ➙ Android on the right panel. Then, follow the on-screen instructions to view the administrator password. ThinkSmart View Plus Deployment Guide...
Select to receive voicemails. Voicemail Select to view and respond to messages. Chat Select to view the day's meetings. Calender Select to access files, notes, and more. More View the upcoming meetings, chats, calls, and more. Activity ThinkSmart View Plus Deployment Guide...
Create a face ID You can create a face ID for quick sign-in to your device. 1. Select your User ID on the top left of the home screen. 2. Follow on-screen instructions to complete the process. Chapter 6 Get start with Microsoft Teams display (personal account)
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With a face ID created and camera privacy shutter open, your device will automatically log in when you face the camera. For more information, go to “AI features” on page 9. ThinkSmart View Plus Deployment Guide...
Lock the display You can lock the display to protect your privacy when you leave the device. To lock the display, do one of the following: • Swipe down from the top of the screen. • Select your User ID and then select Lock. To unlock the display, swipe up from the bottom.
Start an instant meeting You can start an instant meeting by the following method: 1. Select Contacts on the home screen. 2. Find the person you want to invite, and then select to start a video call or to start an audio call. Chapter 6 Get start with Microsoft Teams display (personal account)
Note: This feature is available for scheduled meetings only. • Share PowerPoint: Select in your meeting controls, and then select Share PowerPoint to open a PowerPoint file for sharing. ThinkSmart View Plus Deployment Guide...
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• Share Connected Device Connect your computer to the USB-C connector or DisplayPort in connector on ThinkSmart View Plus. Then, select in your meeting controls, and then select Connected device to share your computer screen with teammates. Chapter 6 Get start with Microsoft Teams display (personal account)
Once you have successfully singed in, the home screen will be displayed. Function Select to make phone calls. Calls Select to give feedback or report issues. Report Issue Select to access more settings. Settings Reserve sessions for scheduled meetings, and view upcoming meetings. Activity ThinkSmart View Plus Deployment Guide...
Join a scheduled meeting You can join a scheduled meeting in a share room by the following method: 1. Select Reserve on the home screen. 2. Follow the on-screen instructions to reserve a time session. Chapter 7 Get start with Microsoft Teams display (share room account)
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3. Sign in with your personal account at the reserved time. 4. Find the meeting displayed under Activity and select Join. ThinkSmart View Plus Deployment Guide...
Share content in a meeting You can share content in a meeting by one of the following three options: • Share Whiteboard: Select in your meeting controls, and then select Share Whiteboard to open a dedicated canvas where teammates have a common space to sketch and ideate together. Note: This feature is available for scheduled meetings only.
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• Share Connected Device Connect your computer to the USB-C connector or DisplayPort in connector on ThinkSmart View Plus. Then, select in your meeting controls, and then select Connected device to share your computer screen with teammates. ThinkSmart View Plus Deployment Guide...
Can I use ThinkSmart View Plus No. ThinkSmart View Plus is an Android—based device. If you use it with Apple with Apple products? products, you may meet some compatibility issues.
2. See Chapter 9 “Troubleshooting, diagnostics, and recovery” on page 45 to resolve the problem you are experiencing, run the diagnostic program, and recover the operating system. 3. If the problem persists, contact Lenovo. See Chapter 10 “Help and support” on page 49. Troubleshooting...
Ensure that you use the provided USB-C cable for connection. peripheral mode with the USB-C connection. Factory reset, hardware diagnostics, manual claiming Lenovo provides a preinstalled tool to help you perform factory reset, hardware diagnostics, or manual claiming for your device. Factory reset...
For detailed instructions, go to https://smartsupport.lenovo.com/us/en/solutions/ht511108 Recovery Lenovo provides a professional tool, which is called Rescue and Smart Assistant (RSA) application, to help you flash recovery image to rescue your device from the software-caused inoperable status. For recovery, do the following: 1.
If you intend on installing the CRU, Lenovo will ship the CRU to you. CRU information and replacement instructions are shipped with your product and are available from Lenovo at any time upon request. You might be required to return the defective part that is replaced by the CRU.
ThinkSmart Manager Services* https://support.lenovo.com/solutions/tsm * for selected models Call Lenovo If you have tried to correct the problem yourself and still need help, you can call Lenovo Customer Support Center. Before you contact Lenovo Prepare the following before you contact Lenovo: 1.
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• Lenovo hardware repair - If the problem is determined to be caused by Lenovo hardware under warranty, trained service personnel are available to provide the applicable level of service.
Settings ➙ Device settings ➙ Legal information Certification-related information Product name Machine type ThinkSmart View Plus 12CN, 12CQ, 12CR, 12CS, 12CT, 12CU, 12CV, 12CW For more information, go to https://www.lenovo.com/compliance Operating environment Maximum altitude (without pressurization) •...
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