Solutions When the Interactive Pens Do Not Work

If the pens do not work, try the following solutions:
  • The pens go into standby mode if you forget to turn them off. Touch the tip of the pen to activate it.
  • Make sure you are not covering the black section near the tip of the pen.
  • Make sure nothing is blocking the signal between the pen and the interactive pen receiver on the projector.
  • Try holding the pen at a different angle so that your hand is not blocking the signal.
  • Make sure the cable cover is in place to keep cables from blocking the signal.
  • Make sure the pen battery has enough power. Try replacing the battery.
  • If you are projecting from a computer, make sure the USB cable is connected to the computer and projector.
  • Dim the room lights and turn off any fluorescent lights. Make sure the projection surface and pen receiver are not in direct sunlight or other sources of bright lighting.
  • If the pen tip is worn out or damaged, you may need to replace it.
  • Make sure the pen receiver on the projector is clean and free from dust.
  • Make sure there is no interference from infrared remote controls or infrared microphones.
  • Make sure the USB Type-B option on the Extended menu is set to Easy Interactive Function or USB Display/Easy Interactive Function.
  • Make sure the Use Source option on the Extended menu is set to the correct source.
  • Make sure you have calibrated the system. Try recalibrating.
Note: You cannot use both pens at the same time with the built-in toolbar.
Related tasks
Using the Pens
Replacing the Pen Tips
Related references
Projector Setup Settings - Extended Menu