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Using Classroom computer and projection systems (C50/C55)

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Using Classroom computer and projection systems

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To Use the Instructor Workstation attached to the Projector

  • Network cable should be plugged into a port with a blue or red dot.

 
  • The video switchbox on the right side of the cart should be set to A for the cart computer.
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  • Turn on the projector using the ON or POWER button on the top of the remote
  • Use the remote INPUT button to select Computer Output (Input 1).
  • If you wish sound from the computer, Make sure the sound amplifier is on, the Computer button is selected, and the volume is adjusted correctly.
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  • When finished PLEASE turn the projector off with the OFF  or STANDBY button. The OFF   or STANDBY button must be pressed twice to turn off the projector.

To attach a laptop to the Network and the Projector

  • Use the "three cable bundle on the right side to connect your laptop computer to connect to your computers VGA, ethernet, and sound ports.
  • Set the video switchbox on the right side of the cart to B for laptop projection.
  • Turn on the projector, set to Input 1(as above) prior to starting up your laptop.
  • Turn on your laptop (You may have to restart to get the computer to recognize the projector if you do not turn the projector on first.)
  • PC's must use Fn-F3 or Fn-F5 key combinations to see the video on both the screen and their monitor (press the combination 2 - 3 times until the settings are what you want).
  • Macs must must use the display preferences to "Detect Displays" and then "Turn on Mirroring".
  • Please rewind the cables around the cable holder when done.
 

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To Use the Attached VCR/DVD combo to show a video or DVD through the Projector

  • Turn the  Projector AND VCR/DVD nn using the ON or Power buttons
  • Press the Input button on the Remote until Video Shows up (Typically Input 3)
  • Press the Play button on the VCR or DVD. Make sure the sound amplifier is on, the VCR/DVD button is selected, and the volume is adjusted correctly.

HELP

  • For projector problems call AV #6227
  • For computer related problems call either the Information Commons Tech (#2376) or Information Technology Services (#6500 #1).

PLEASE TURN PROJECTOR OFF AFTER CLASS. THANK YOU!

 

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Created: 2005-04-20 16:43:01

Updated: 2008-10-15 01:04:39

Targeted toward: Everyone

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