How to use the AV equipment

Here you will find directions for using the audio-visual equipment available for classroom use in Gullixson Hall, rooms 101-104; and Northwestern Hall, rooms 230-232:

Ceiling mounted projector
VCR
Document camera
Laptop
Media Services Hotline phone

Ceiling mounted projector

1. If you need to connect a laptop, make those physical connections first.
2. Then turn the projector on by using the remote (takes a minute to warm up). You will need to point the remote at the projector front or rear for the IR signal to connect.  You also can use the projection screen as a mirror to bounce the signal to the projector.
3. Other than the power button for on/off you should note the following buttons:

• Computer:  Use this button if you are connecting a laptop and want the projector to project computer inputs. It allows for computer 1 or 2. Press again if necessary to get to computer 1.
• Video:  Use this button to select Video 1 for the doc camera or press again for Video 2 for the VCR.
• Volume:  Press plus or minus to raise or lower the volume of the VCR or computer input.
• Laser:  Pressing the laser button will project a laser beam to be used as a pointer.

Since this is a permanent installation, the other buttons should not normally be needed unless you really want to get into advanced features.

   4. To shut the projector off, press the power button twice. (point at the projector)

VCR    

The VCR can be used with the ceiling mounted projector without a computer. The only equipment locked up is the VCR. We will not be locking up the remotes unless they start wandering off. Faculty can check out a key from the FSO to keep as long as you are at Luther. The same key works in all the cabinets in Gullixson and Northwestern.

1. Turn on the ceiling mounted projector with the remote.
2. Unlock the cabinet for access to the VCR. Insert the tape and use normal VCR controls.
3. On the remote control, press the Video button once or twice to cycle to the VCR signal.
4. Lock up the cabinet and shut off the VCR and projector when you are done.

Document Camera    

The document camera can be used with the ceiling mounted projector without a computer.

1. Turn on the ceiling mounted projector with the remote.
2. Turn on the doc camera with the power switch at the right rear side of the base.
3. On the projector remote control, press the Video button once or twice to cycle to the doc camera signal.
4. Adjust the arm to point at your object or paper to project. This is your zoom feature. Note: The camera head swivels.
5. There are two adjustable rings around the lens. The inner ring is the aperture for light adjustment and the outer ring is for focus.
6. Please shut off the doc camera and projector when you are done.

Laptop    

1. Connect you laptop to the connections you will need on the cart. You will at least need the monitor cable connected. Power, Internet, and sound are optional.
2. Turn on the projector first, and then turn on your computer.
3. Press the “computer” button on the projector remote if the computer picture does not appear. You also may need to press the Fn-F3 or Fn-F4 to change from laptop to screen to both.
4. Volume - You will have multiple places to adjust volume; 1) on the projector remote control, 2) from the media player you might be using, 3) from the lower right tray loudspeaker icon, and 4) from start > programs > accessories > entertainment > volume control. Setting these to a mid range before hand will help prevent over powering the speakers when you start.
5. Please shut off the projector when you are done.

Media Services Hotline    

To facilitate planning and scheduling of resources, the Media Services department requests at least 72 hours notice for scheduling of equipment or personnel. However, Media Services has a cell phone for emergency media services requests, such as a critical equipment malfunction that needs immediate attention. Dialing 651-270-3882 will put you in contact with either the Media Services manager or an on-call employee of that department.

Some Luther Seminary rooms have special phones that are not connected to the regular campus phone system. The primary purpose of these phones is to call the Media Services hotline. To reach Media Services from these phones, dial 9 for an outside line, then 651-270-3882, or check the speed dial for a quicker connection.