Trainer Natural
Resources Building 461
THIS ROOM IS EQUIPPED WITH:
COMPUTER
PC
Laptop Connection
AUDIO
Wall Speakers
Projector Controlled
Audio System
Wireless Presenter
VIDEO
Video Projector
Document Camera
VCR
VCR
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To use the projector:
1. Make sure both the projector and the needed video device (Computer, VCR, DVD, etc.) are turned ON .
2. Use the corresponding INPUT button on the projector’s remote to activate the video input line for the video device.
Classroom computers, laptops, and document cameras are generally activated by pressing the COMPUTER button until the correct input line is selected; whereas, DVD and VCR players are generally activated by pressing the VIDEO button in the same fashion. Below is the input configuration for this room. In a few classrooms, additional steps are needed to get some of the video devices to display on the projector. A detailed explanation of how to operate each device is given in the following sections of this manual.
Input Buttons
INPUT CONFIGURATION:
Computer 1 - Computer,
Document Camera, &
Laptop
(Automatically Switched)
Video - VCR
Projector Remote
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All audio in the Projector Controlled Audio System is adjusted directly through the volume button on the projector’s remote. Additionally, the remote‘s AV Mute button can be used to silence the audio and simultaneously black the screen.
AV Mute Button
Windows System
Volume
Volume Button
Projector Remote
Note that sound played from the PC is also controlled by Windows’ system volume settings. If no audio is delivered to the speakers or if insufficient volume occurs during playback, be sure to check these settings before proceeding.
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In this room, the document camera is connected through the VCR. To use the document camera:
1.) Make sure the document camera, projector, and VCR are
2.) Select LINE IN on the VCR to select the document camera as the video source.
3.) Use the COMPUTER input buttons on the projector’s remote to select the VCR as the video source.
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To use the VCR:
1.) Make sure the VCR and projector are turned ON .
2.) Use the VIDEO input button on the projector remote to select the VCR as the video source.
While this room is not equi pped with a dedicated DVD player, DVDs can be played through the PC’s DVD drive.
To play a DVD:
1.) Make sure the PC, projector, and receiver are turned ON .
2.) Insert your DVD into the PC’s DVD drive.
3.) If video playback software does not automatically open, launch Windows Media Player from the application menu.
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Trainer Natural
Resources
Building
461
For issues related to technical services, please consult the technical support information found on the front cover.
At the end of class:
At the end of class:
SEE FRONT
During the hours of 7 AM - 3:30 PM, issues related to building maintenance may be directed to Facility Services. During off-hours, maintenance emergencies may be reported to Protective Services.
x 4219
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Campus Protective Services.
x 3456
CAMPUS PROTECTIVE
SERVICES
9-911
SPPD/SPFD
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FOURTH FLOOR
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To connect a laptop computer:
1.) Plug the VGA cable into the VGA port on your laptop and, if available, plug the 1/8” stereo cable into your laptop’s headphone jack.
If your laptop does not have a VGA port, contact Tech Support for further assistance. Also, some laptops require proper configuration to utilize an external display. To configure your laptop accordingly, please refer to the instructions provided by your manufacturer.
2.) Use the COMPUTER input buttons on the projector’s remote to select the Laptop as the video source.
Connecting to the Internet:
Many classrooms are equi pped with an Ethernet cable allowing for wired internet access. It is advisable to use a wired connection whenever possible.
Wireless internet connections are also available in most classrooms. For instructions on configuring your laptop, contact Help Desk at x4375 or visit www.uwsp.edu/IT/Network/Wireless .
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VGA Cable

To use the computer:
1.) LOGON to the computer using your UWSP username and password.
2.) To display the computer’s screen on the projector, turn the projector on using the POWER button on the remote. Then press the corresponding input button on the projector remote to choose the as the video source (see the “PROJECTOR” page).
PC
Unlocking a computer:
If the PC’s screen indicates that it has been locked by another user, you can unlock the system by restarting it. To restart a locked computer:
1.) Press and hold the POWER button on the computer until it shuts down (typically, you will need to hold the button for 5 to 10 seconds before the sequence will begin).
2.) Press the power button again to restart the PC. When the login screen appears, enter your UWSP username and password.
NOTE TO USERS:
Please remember to logoff the computer when finished.
After 60 minutes of inactivity, classroom computers will automatically lock, preventing subsequent users from logging on. If a computer has accidentally been left locked by another user, please see the section on “ Unlocking a Computer” above.
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