Hinds Hall classrooms feature integration technology where all of the rooms technical capabilities are controlled through one teaching station panel. Classrooms 021 and 018 in the basement both have Local PC, projector, DVD/VCR Combo, Document Camera, Aux video, and laptop connection capabilities which are controlled throughout the Extron panel.
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The Extron Panel and Teaching Station Layout
Each piece of technology in the 021 and 018 teaching stations(both rooms have identical teaching station layouts) are identified on the image below.
From top to bottom the varying technologies are briefly described below.
The Local PC Monitor (top) is displaying what the Local PC (bottom right) is outputting, and is mounted to the teaching station for reference. This image is also displayed at the teaching podium.
The Extron Panel (below the Local PC Monitor) is the control center for what is being displayed, as well as the classroom audio volume.
The AUX Video outlet (below the Local PC Monitor) is an input station for devices which use A/V connections and can be projected.
The USB Port (below the AUX Video Outlet) allows users to insert a USB drive which is then recognized by the Local PC.
The DVD/VCR Combo Player (Below the EXTRON Panel) is capable of projecting DVD's or VCR to the classroom.
The Document Camera (below the DVD/VCR player) is a projection device for non-digital items.
The Wired keyboard and mouse (below Document Camera) control the Local PC.
The Wireless Mouse (below wired keyboard and mouse) also control the Local PC, and is often used at the teaching station.
The Local PC (bottom right) is the main computer for the room and professor to utilize.
All of these devices are linked to the Extron Panel (aside from the AUX video input), which is located on the left side of the teaching station below the Local PC Monitor, as shown in the image above. The image below is a close up the Extron Panel, and will be discussed more thoroughly below.
Operating the Extron Panel
To Turn on the projector (mounted on the ceiling) fom the teaching station first go to the display section (top left) and select "ON," which is shown in the image below.
After the Projector has been turned on an input needs to be selected so the projector knows what to display. The options are the DVD/VCR Combo, AUX Video, Local PC, Document Camera, or a Laptop, as shown in the image below.
To Control the volume of the mounted classroom wall speakers the Extron panel features a volume knob which can adjust levels; to turn the volume down turn the knob to the left, and to increase volume turn the knob to the right, as highlighted below.
Connecting a Laptop to the Projector
It is possible to connect a laptop to the projector if a professor desires to do so.
First turn on the projector as discussed earlier, and then select the "Laptop" input option, as shown below.
Next connect the Laptop to the "Laptop Connection" on the Teaching Podium (where the professor stands to address the class), as shown in the image below.
NOTE: Only VGA Connections are available in the classrooms, in order to use a laptop on the projector the laptop MUST have a VGA output.
Powering Off the Teaching Station and Projector
Select "Off" in the Extron Panel Display options.
NOTE: Please return the wireless mouse to its designated location on the teaching station so it can charge for the next professor.
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Overview of Classroom Setup
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Camera/Mic Troubleshooting
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ITS Classroom Technology Guide Fall 2020
Classroom Technology Guide – Fall 2020 Semester
Teaching Workstation
The teaching workstation consists of multiple parts which allow you to control the classroom. The teaching workstation sits on wheels allowing it to be mobile.
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In the picture above, you will see the following:
Extron Control Panel: Allows you to control the monitors, inputs, lights, and cameras
External Inputs: Allows you to connect a laptop or other device using VGA, HDMI, or Ethernet
Wireless Mouse: Allows you to control presentations wirelessly
Wacom Touch Screen: Contains a stylus that allows you to easily annotate presentations and other materials
Extron Touch Control Panel
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Note: When "System Off" is selected the classroom takes approximately two minutes to shut down everything and then reboot for operation.
Main Display Controls
Power - Main power controls for the TV displays at the front of the room.
Main Display Settings - The options here are PC Monitor 1, VGA, and HDMI. Touch any of these while highlighting your desired display above (Left/Right) to change.
To ALL - By touching this option, the display/volume settings currently selected will be pushed TO ALL other display settings on this Extron system.
If video is not outputting and you have consulted the above options, make sure video mute is NOT highlighted.
Volume Settings
Main Volume Settings - Up and Down arrows will raise volume for the speakers throughout the classroom.
If audio is not outputting, make sure mute is NOT highlighted.
Teaching Station Controls
System Utilities - Select this option to open up the following display.
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Teaching Station Monitor - Similar to the above display options, these will change the output of the monitors on the teaching station relative to the highlighted option.
COVID-19 Classroom Accommodations
Each classroom in Hinds Hall is now equipped with additional technology for professor & students. The technology; which includes Cameras for video recording, Headset Docks to support faculty deployed headsets, etc. servers to facilitate proper practices in the classroom while adhering to COVID-19 guidelines.
The following documentation will highlight features and controls for the new tech, as well as explaining its functionality from room to room in Hinds Hall.
Wireless Headset
On the teaching station, you will find a headset dock ready for pairing with your personal wireless headset for virtual classroom uses. In the picture below, you will see an example of a headset dock and a headset located at the front of the room.
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Connecting your Headset to the Dock/Classroom
To ensure that your headset successfully pairs with the headset dock, connect the headset to the dock, as seen in the image below, and wait until you hear a beep come from the headset dock and then confirm the headset icon located on the side of the dock is solid white (see image below and no. 5 located in Headset Components).
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Headset Controls
In the image below, you will see the following headset components:
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1 - Volume up
2 - Volume down
3 - Call answer/end button
LED lit when on a call
4 - Battery icon
Solid white: full charge
Blinking white: charging
Solid red: very low
5 - Headset icon
Blinking white: headset pairing to base
Solid white: headset paired to base
Solid red: headset not paired to base
6 - USB connection for PC
7 - Wide Band/Narrow Band switch
Default Wide Band
8 - Power Connection for wall power
9 - Mute button
10 - Mute LED
Lit when microphone is muted
Cameras + Displays
Each classroom is equipped with 2 cameras for recording/streaming your class online. The instructor has the option of either Front or Rear camera to record from.
At the front of the room, you will see the two HDTVs, Camera (Front), and the Teaching Workstation.
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At the back of the room, you will see Camera (Rear).
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Extron - Camera Controls
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Front Camera and Rear Camera - Select one of the two (Front or Rear) to activate the camera controls below. Whichever camera is selected will be the one that is powered on and used by desktop computer.
Zoom In/Zoom Out - Change the zoom of the camera that is selected.
Up, Down, Left, Right - Change the direction of the camera that is selected. (Recommended to have computer open to Camera so you can see the changes to camera position as you adjust it)
Preset 1,2,3 - 3 previously configured Presets for Camera positioning and zoom. By touching the camera will automatically adjust its settings. You are free to control the camera after applying a preset.
Other Resources
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