We offer The Office of Information Technology (OIT) offers the following tips to help instructors prepare for using in-classroom audio visual equipment. For additional guidance on using Zoom features, visit Zoom Support ResourcesAV equipment. To learn more about PSU’s Audiovisual Technology support, visit AV at PSU, please reference AV Technology Resources.
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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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PC Source
The PC volume can be adjusted in addition to the in room system. For audio from the PC to be heard, this volume must be up.
The volume knob on the podium panel serves as the primary control for the volume levels of input sources.
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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:
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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).
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Start Up 5 Minutes in Advance, or Expect a Small Prep Time
If possible, show up early at the start of term to get a sense of the room and how things work.
When you turn the projector on, the display button will flash at first. While the display button flashes, the display takes a moment to come fully into the ON state. During this time, you can’t select your source. Once the flashing is over and the projector is warmed up, then you can select another source such as the doc cam.
In Base General Pool Classrooms, Don’t Walk Away
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from the Podium When Using Zoom
There is a microphone mounted on the top of the podium. If you want to be heard, you need to be near the podium.
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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
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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
If you are using your own laptop, take some time to select a resolution that works not only for your laptop, but also for the projector and monitor on the podium. A particular resolution may work for some but not all. If you are using a newer Mac model with SmartDisplay checked, it will adjust the resolution for you.
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to Do
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before You Leave
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the Classroom
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. Reminder: if you sign in to the
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