We offer OIT offers the following tips to help instructors prepare for using in-classroom audio visual AV equipment. For additional guidance on using Zoom features, visit Zoom Support Resources. To learn more about PSU’s Audiovisual Technology supportAV, visit AV Technology Resources.
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What to Do When You First Enter The Classroom
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Tips for Using Different Sources
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What To Do Before You Leave The Classroom
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What to Do When You First Enter The Classroom
From the Extron control panel, turn on the system.
if the system is already on, but the projector is off, turn the system off and back on.
Select your source (PC, DOC CAM, BLU-RAY, HDMI, LAPTOP, VIDEO).
Adjust the volume as desired.
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When you select Blu-Ray as a source, you must use the attached (tethered) remote.
It’s necessary to aim the remote at the Blu-Ray machine, not at the display or projected image.
The volume control for Blu-Ray is on the credenza. (Also make sure that you have the volume turned up on your device.)
Note: Blu-Ray players are
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being phased out and are not be available in all classrooms. Inclusive Access Classrooms do not have Blu-Ray players.
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Blu-Ray
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content cannot be
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shared through Zoom due to High-Bandwidth Digital Content Protection (HDCP).
Best Practices
Start Up 5 Minutes in Advance, or Expect a Small Prep Time
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When you are using Zoom, your remote students will not be able to view or reference the whiteboard well. We recommend that you use the document camera (doc cam) instead and write on a piece of paper. Alternatively, Zoom Whiteboard can be used in IACs.or Zoom Whiteboard (IACs only) instead.
Ensure You Have The Right Accessories
You might consider obtaining As necessary, bring your own accessories such as an adaptera USB-C adapter(s), remote presenter (which allows you to advance slides on your laptop), or lavalier microphone (if you have a very soft voice)charging cables.
If you plan to use your laptop, ensure you have the right adapters and remember to take home any adapter you bring with you.
Keep in mind, you’ll need to understand how to use whatever accessories you get.
Pick the Right Resolution
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When you’re done, please turn the projector off. If you’ve muted it, that’s not enough. Turning the projector off saves energy and extends the service life of the equipment, thus saving the university money.
If you choose to use the PC as a source, you will have to sign in with your credentials.
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Reminder: if you sign in to the PC, be sure to sign out for security, so other people can’t access your shared network files. |