Faculty Commons Room 548C
- Richard Ortiz
Assisted listening device
These devices receive all audio being projected in the room speakers and can be worn by users with hearing disabilities. Users have the ability to control volume and listen through an earpiece (3.5mm jack) that is connected to the body pack receiver.
Located inside the cabinet (right door) in front of the room, the assisted listening device can be turned on by sliding the wheel to the left (out of the OFF position).
Use the Seek button or Channel Select buttons if you're unable to hear any sound, the device should be on channel C.
Remember to switch the device off to preserve the battery.
Blu-Ray player (plays DVDs)
The Blu-Ray player is located inside the cabinet (right door) in front of the room, towards the top. The device also plays DVD discs.
Select Blu-ray from the Media Controller to activate on the HD Display Screen.
Remote control is located in the cabinet below the Blu-Ray player.
Camera (video conference)
A front camera is located on the front wall of the room.
A rear camera is located on the opposite wall of the room.
The cameras can be accessed via the Media Controller's input selection under Camera Controls and will be available through videoconferencing software (Microsoft Teams, Zoom etc...) when using the Presenter PC.
Computer speakers
Speakers are mounted on the ceiling.
They can be accessed via the Presenter PC (Settings->System->Sound) or HDMI input on your personal device.
Volume can be adjusted via the Media Controller under Main Volume.
Conference phone capable
Located at the Circulation desk (Bird library, first floor), the conference phone can be checked out, along with your room key, at the time of the event.
Locate an Ethernet cable in the room to connect the phone to (see Network).
Connect the USB-C-to-Ethernet adapter to the USB-C port on the back of the phone. Then, connect the Ethernet cable to the Ethernet port on the adapter.
The screen may flash for a second, then you'll see the boot screen while the phone is starting (takes about a minute). Once finished booting, the main screen will show up displaying the conference phone's phone number.
Instructions on how to start a conference call is located here.
An overview of the phone schematics and instructions is located here.
Additional wired microphones (with Mute buttons) are available with the phone, they connect to the ports located on the left and right side of the phone. You can extend the microphones up to 7 feet (2.13m) from the phone. For best results, place the microphones between 3 feet (0.91 m) and 7 feet (2.1 m) away from the phone.
HD Display screen
Two screens are located in the front of the room, mounted on the wall.
The displays can be turned On and Off from the Media Controller under Displays. A Video Mute (stops displaying content on the screens) option is also available. Screens only have the capability to mirror each other's content (no extended display available).
HDMI
Located on the cabinet in front of the room, an HDMI cable is available to connect personal devices to the HD Display Screen.
Select HDMI from the Media Controller to activate the input.
Keyboard and mouse (wireless)
A wireless keyboard and mouse are located in the room on the desk.
No setup is necessary. If either device does not respond, try replacing the battery (spare batteries are located in the cabinet drawer in front of the room).
Microphone (lapel, room)
A lapel microphone is located in the drawer inside the cabinet in front of the room.
Hold down the On-Off button for a few seconds to turn on and off.
Lapel microphone should be on the 566.200 MHz frequency.
Remember to turn the lapel microphone off to preserve batteries.
Replacement batteries are located in the cabinet drawer in front of the room.
Microphone volume can be adjusted via the Media Controller panel under Mic Volume.
Room microphone is located on the ceiling of the room and available through videoconferencing software (Microsoft Teams, Zoom etc...) when using the Presenter PC.
Additional/relevant information located here.
Media cabinet
Located in front of the room, the Media Cabinet contains the Media Controller, a ports hub with an HDMI, Ethernet and USB port cable, the Presenter PC, Blu-Ray player, Assisted Listening devices, lapel microphone, spare batteries, remote controls and an outlet port for power.
Media controller (touch panel)
Located on top of the cabinet in front of the room, this is used to control the input and options of the devices available in the room via its touchscreen.
Network (wired, wireless)
An Ethernet cable is available on top of the cabinet in front of the room.
Wireless network connectivity is available. Refer to the AirOrangeX how-to guide from ITS.
Presenter PC
A Windows PC is available inside the cabinet in front of the room. Select PC from the Media Controller to access it.
You can log in using your NetID and password.
Videoconferencing software settings
When using videoconferencing software, the device settings should be set as followed:
Camera – AV Bridge (front and rear camera options available through the Media Controller)
Speaker – Extron HDMI
Microphone – Microphone (AV Bridge)