Items common to all presentation systems:
- A Room PC w/Windows Operating System and 4K image output
- One or more desktop monitors @4K resolution
- One or more ceiling-mounted projector(s) and screen(s)
- A Crestron Switcher capable of processing 4K
- A Crestron touch-sensitive control panel
- A Wolfvision document camera
- A WACOM pen display
- Two PTZ cameras, one instructor-facing and one pointed down to the demo table
- Wireless microphones
- Camera bridge for processing audio and camera images
- Ethernet cable
- Two HDMI pullup cables
- AC power outlet
Using the Touch Panel:
To present content onto the projection screen(s), desktop monitor(s), playback audio, or use the microphone(s) you must interact with the Touch Panel.
If the control system screen is off, give it a tap to wake the screen.
Choose if you'd like to use a SINGLE or DUAL display setup. Tap the icons corresponding to your desired projector layout.
To use the desktop computer monitors, tap the Desktop PC source and the Monitor #1 destination.
Tap the Extended Desktop source, then tap the Monitor #2 destination. Both desktop monitors should display an image from the classroom computer.
To lower and share content on a projector, tap a video source, then tap the destination projector.
Tap either the Desktop PC or Extended Desktop, then tap the Projector destination.
Tap the Camera source, then tap the Aux Outputs destination.
NOTE: This step is required to enable the classroom's microphone packs to work with Teams.
Camera Control:
The bottom of the Touch Panel has an option for Camera Control. Each camera can be panned, tilted, or zoomed (PTZ). One camera faces the presenter and one points down to the demo table. To switch between either camera, touch the different camera icons on the Touch Panel. Preset buttons 1-4 to access a previously stored camera location. You may set your own preset by adjusting the camera and holding one of the preset buttons for 3 seconds.
Mic Control:
The bottom of the Touch Panel has an option for controlling the microphone levels.
The Mic Control screen consists of sliders for adjusting the volume levels of the mic options,
Microphone Volume controls the overall mic volume. When more than one mic is used, this control raises or lowers the mic volume simultaneously and equally.
To mute an individual microphone, touch the microphone icon beneath it. The icon will turn red, indicating that it is muted. To mute all microphones, touch the mute icon for Microphone Volume.
To exit this screen and return to the primary control page, touch the red X icon in the top right corner.
Screen/Projector Control:
The bottom of the Touch Panel has an option for projector and screen control. You may raise and lower the screens and turn the Projectors on and off.
NOTE: A manual switch on the wall near the presenter station can also raise and lower the screen(s).
To exit this screen and return to the primary control page, touch the red X icon in the top right corner.
Lighting Control:
The bottom of the Touch Panel has an option for room Lighting Control.
How To:
The bottom of the Touch Panel has an option with a general explanation of using the control system.
To exit this screen and return to the primary control page, touch the red X icon in the top right corner.
NOTE: When using the Room PC, make sure to sign out or log off when you are done.
System Off:
Please use the System Off button in the upper right of the Touch Panel at the end of your session. This will turn off the Projector(s) and raise the screen(s). Once you touch the System Off button, you will see a confirmation screen.
Other Equipment
Microphones
Larger rooms are equipped with wireless microphones for room amplification. There are two wireless mic packs. One with a headset element which is worn over the ear, and one with a lavelier element that clips onto your clothing.
Turn on the mic pack using the switch at the top.
Please turn off the mic pack and place it back into the charger base.
NOTE: The mic packs will only correctly fit in the cradle one way.
Wacom
The Wacom One is a digital pen display.
It is a secondary display or monitor. It's not a tablet. It doesn't have any apps on it. The included stylus must be used, or you may use the presentation computer's mouse.
Make sure the Room PC's desktop is in extended mode vs duplicate mode. There are icons on the desktop to easily switch between display modes.
If you intend for this to be projected onto the screens, you will need to select the WACOM as the input source and select the correct destination source (as described above).
Document Camera
The Document Camera is a digital device that captures and displays everything being captured on the whiteboard below it. To use it, simply lift the arm up and the light and camera should become active. If you intend for this to be projected onto the screens, you will need to select the Document Camera (DOC CAM) as the input source, (as well in Teams under Settings, Devices) and select the correct destination source (as described above).
Desktop PC
Each GP classroom has a ¶¶Òõ̽̽ computer available for your use. These computers are centrally managed and are up to date with security patches.
The computers are managed and set to be always powered ON and are scheduled to reboot themselves each night. If the computer is not ON when you arrive, please contact the Tech Team Helpline to report the issue.
Each GP classroom computer will have the following applications:
• Windows Operating System
• Microsoft Teams
• Microsoft Office 365
• Mathematica
• JMP
• SPSS
For other applications, please submit a Classroom Software Request.
Note: We are no longer purchasing machines with optical (DVD/Blu-Ray) drives. If you require one, please submit a Help Request.
Connecting Other Devices
There is a connection module on the desk that has the following:
- Standard AC Power outlet to power accessory devices
- USB Charging port to charge USB-powered devices
- HDMI-Out to capture audio/video onto another device
- USB-C pull-up cable for video and audio (these cables will not charge your device. Use the USB charging port to charge your device)
- Two HDMI pull-up cables to connect your laptop or other devices
- XLR microphone IN and OUT jacks to feed or capture audio from/to other devices
- Ethernet cable for network connectivity on other devices
Additional Info
Is something in the room not working?
Please call the Tech Team Helpline at 656-2604 or submit a Help Request.
Please let us know if you require immediate assistance or are merely reporting the issue.
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