Act-ir2012ul Driver -

| Symptom | Likely Fix | |---------|-------------| | "Device cannot start" (Code 10) | Reinstall driver manually via Device Manager → Update Driver → Have Disk. | | No IR communication | Ensure no other IR device (e.g., laptop built-in IR) is active. Disable in BIOS if needed. | | Driver installs but no COM port | The IR2012UL is not a virtual COM port device; it uses the IrDA stack directly. |

Under Linux, the device may be supported by the usbhid or ircomm drivers. Steps:

Cause: Windows 11 has stricter driver signing requirements for legacy kernel drivers. act-ir2012ul driver

Solution:

  • Install the driver while in this mode.
  • Note: You may need to repeat this after major Windows updates.

    • A: The official driver does not exist. However, the generic HID tablet protocol may work partially. Use xinput to list devices, but calibration is difficult. It is not recommended. | Symptom | Likely Fix | |---------|-------------| |

    Warning: Many third-party websites claim to host this driver but bundle malware or adware. Avoid "driver updater" software. Only use verified sources.

    Since Promethean has discontinued the legacy ActivBoard series, the official drivers are now hosted on Promethean’s legacy support page. Install the driver while in this mode

    A: Yes, generally. The Pro driver package covers the 100, 200, and 300 series. The IR2012UL is the receiver for the 200 and 300 Pro models.

    Before proceeding, you must identify which version of the device you have, as the drivers are different.

    The guide below covers the most common scenario (MosChip MCS7780 chipset), which is the standard driver for the IR2012UL on modern PCs.