SMART Board GX Series 86" Interactive display with embedded OS - SBID-GX186-V2

Product Overview

The SMART Board SBID-GX186-V2 is an 86-inch interactive display from the GX Series (V2 generation), designed for large classrooms, training rooms, and collaborative spaces requiring large-format interactive technology with SMART's embedded OS at a value-oriented commercial price. The GX Series delivers SMART's HyPr Touch technology, an iQ embedded Android collaboration platform, and compatibility with the SMART Notebook and iQ app ecosystem on an 86" 4K display. This V2 generation model is suited for existing SMART GX ecosystem deployments and budget-conscious installations that prioritize screen size and SMART's core interactive features.

Product Description

The SBID-GX186-V2 provides 4K UHD (3840 × 2160) resolution on an 86" panel with LED backlighting, a 178° viewing angle, and SMART's HyPr Touch Advanced IR for multi-user simultaneous interaction. The V2 platform runs SMART's iQ embedded Android OS, providing digital whiteboarding, web browsing, screen sharing, and SMART's collaboration app suite. SMART Notebook software is compatible for structured lesson delivery. Connectivity includes Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, HDMI inputs, USB ports, VGA, and an OPS slot for SMART PCM compute modules. NFC is included for SMART Account sign-in. SMART Remote Management supports centralized administration. The GX186-V2 is the predecessor to the V3 and V4 generations; current production models in this product line are the GX186-V3 and GX186N-V4. This V2 model may be appropriate for customers looking to supplement existing V2 GX Series installations or seeking an 86" display from SMART's GX lineup at the lowest current price point. All core SMART interactive features, SMART Notebook compatibility, and iQ OS are present.

Key Features

• 86" 4K UHD Display — 3840 × 2160 resolution with LED backlight and 178° viewing angle for large classrooms and training rooms.
• iQ Embedded Android OS — Built-in collaboration platform with whiteboard, browser, screen sharing, and SMART app ecosystem.
• HyPr Touch with Advanced IR — Multi-user simultaneous pen and finger touch with palm rejection and Object Awareness.
• SMART Notebook Compatible — Compatible with SMART Notebook lesson delivery software.
• OPS Compute Slot — Supports SMART PCM modules for Windows or Linux operation.
• NFC Sign-In — Integrated NFC for SMART Account authentication.
• SMART Remote Management — Centralized IT administration for multi-display environments.

Typical Applications

• K-12 and higher education classrooms requiring large-format 86" interactive displays
• Corporate training rooms and presentation centers
• Expanding existing SMART GX V2 Series installations
• Library and collaborative learning spaces
• Large conference rooms and auditorium presentations

Technical Specifications

Frequently Asked Questions

How does the GX186-V2 compare to the V3 and V4?

The V2 is the oldest generation of the three. The V3 improves OS performance and hardware; the V4 (GX Plus) adds EDLA Google certification. For new installations, the V3 or V4 is recommended. The V2 is appropriate for expanding existing V2 deployments.

Does this display require an external PC?

No. The iQ Android OS provides whiteboarding, web browsing, screen sharing, and SMART app access without a connected PC. An OPS module can be added for Windows operation.

Is SMART Notebook compatible?

Yes. SMART Notebook is compatible with the GX Series V2. Notebook licensing may need to be purchased separately.

What is the warranty?

Standard SMART equipment warranty. Extended options may be available. Contact Creation Networks or visit smarttech.com/warranty for details specific to the V2 generation.