Quick Start for the Standard Media Console


Starting the Data Projector

On the touch screen, press the upper left button labeled "Begin and End Here." This will change the screen display to the Projector Page.

Touch the button labeled "Power ON." You will be asked to enter the authorization code given to you when you obtained your console key.

Using the Document Camera

Remember, the projection system must be on (see above). On the touch screen, press the "Select the DOC CAM" button on the right edge of the screen. On some systems, Doc Cam function controls will appear on the touch screen. Otherwise, the Document Camera has its own power switch, which you must turn on.

Using the Microphone

In auditoriums, a wireless microphone is located in the console drawer. Hook the unit to your clothing and clip the microphone at the upper part of your clothing. The microphone power button is located on the top next to where the microphone cord connects to the unit.

Adjusting the Volume

Press the "Volume Level Control" button, then press the up or down arrows to change volume for the microphone and all other audio sources. The Mute button is white when the speakers are muted and orange when sounds are audible.

Playing a Video

Press the button labled "Select the VCR." Control of the unit is on the VCR itself, not on the touch screen. Insert a videotape. Buttons such as "play," "rewind," and "fast forward" on the VCR control the videotape.




Showing Slides

In Auditoriums, mount a slide carousel on the slide projector. Press the button labeled "35mm Slide Control." The touch panel will display slide projector controls. In Classrooms operate slide projectors manually.

Using the Computer

Both computers share a single monitor. The keyboard and mouse are located on a retractable shelf on the console's left side. Press the "Select the PC" or the "Select the MAC" to choose a computer.

Playing Music, PC and Mac

The console computers compact disc drive will play audio CDs as well as DVD movies. After you insert an audio CD and close the drive door, the player application will automatically start. Double click on an audio track to play.

Using a Laptop Computer

Built in to the center of the console are cables that can be used to connect a laptop into the audio-visual system. The cables are computer video, computer audio and Ethernet. There is an outlet to provide AC power to the laptop.

Once the laptop is connected (it may need a restart after connection), press the "Select a Laptop" button on the touch screen.