Rolvaag Memorial Library 420 Classroom Technology Instructions

September 2005

Common Sense Reminders

  • Do NOT adjust any item labeled "DO NOT TOUCH"
  • When possible, insure the technology works before class time.
  • When in doubt, ask.
  • After following the instructions, if you still have questions or problems operating the system, please contact the IIT Helpdesk (helpdesk@stolaf.edu or x3830).

Table of Contents

  1. System Power - On
  2. Operating the Technology
    1. Data/Video Projector
    2. Volume Control
    3. DVD/VCR Combo Unit
    4. Built-In Computers
    5. Document Camera
    6. Laptop Connection
  3. System Power - Off

1. System Power – On

The system should always be powered on.  If it is not (buttons on the MediaLink Switcher do not light up when pressed), confirm the power cord is plugged into the wall outlet.  If the system still does not have power, please call the IIT Helpdesk at x3830. 

2. Operating the Technology

The Data/Video Projector is used with all technology components.  It should be activated before any other components.

The only situation where the Data/Video Projector would not be needed is if an Audio CD were being played in the DVD/VHS Combo Unit.

2.1 Data/Video Projector

To activate the Data/Video Projector, press and hold the Projector "On" button located on the MediaLink Switcher for 2 seconds, then release. 

Once activated, buttons on the MediaLink Switcher will flash and a light will shine from the lens of the Data/Video Projector mounted on the rear wall. 

The Data/Video Projector will take approximately 1 minute to reach full brightness.

2.2 Volume Control

Turn the Volume dial on the MediaLink Switcher to control the sound level for the DVD/VHS Combo Deck, PC & Mac computers, and a laptop.  The LED indicators to the left of the Volume dial display the sound level.

2.3 DVD/VCR Combo Unit

The DVD/VHS Combo Unit will play NTSC VHS tapes and Region 1 DVDs.

  1. Press the Power Button on the front of the DVD/VHS Combo Unit.
  2. Press the DVD/VHS button on the MediaLink Switcher.  When pressed, the DVD/VHS button will appear backlit.
  3. Insert the media into the appropriate side of the Combo Unit.  VHS tapes can be manually pushed into the deck.  For DVDs, press the Eject button, place the DVD in the tray, and press the Eject button again to close the tray.
  4. To play either VHS tapes or DVDs, use the controls located on the face of the Combo Unit.  However, DVD menu control can only be accessed with the Combo Unit remote control.

2.4 Built-in Computers

There are two built-in computers, a Gateway PC and Apple MacMini.

  1. Press the Power Button on the desired computer.  The power button for the PC is on the front center of the unit.  The power button for the MacMini is on the right rear of the unit.  To power the MacMini, slide your finger along the printed line on the top-right of the unit.  Reach over the rear edge and press.  A light on the lower right front of the MacMini will illuminate.
  2. Press the appropriate button, PC or MAC, on the MediaLink Switcher.
  3. To operate the PC or MAC, use the appropriately labeled wireless keyboard and mouse located in the drawer below the computers.
  4. For any computer related questions or issues, contact the IIT Helpdesk at x3830.

2.5 Document Camera

  1. Fully extend the 2 light arms and camera arm.  Insure the camera head on the center arm is pointed down.
  2. Press the Power button located on the left side of the Document Camera in the recessed area near the left light arm.  The unit takes approximately 1 minute to power on.
  3. On the MediaLink Switcher, press the Doc Cam button.
  4. The image can be adjusted using the Auto White Balance, Auto Focus, and Zoom controls located on the Document Camera control panel.
  5. To switch between Lights (used for paper or objects) and Back Light (used for transparencies), press the corresponding button on the Document Camera control panel.  Please allow the machine a few seconds to complete switching between each mode.
  6. Power off the Document Camera by pressing the Power button.  Fold down the camera arm and 2 light arms (in that order) and replace the dust cover (if applicable).

2.6 Laptop Connection

  1. Plug the cables labeled Laptop (draped over the Document Camera) into the appropriate ports on your laptop. 
  2. Press the Power button located on the left side of the Document Camera in the recessed area near the left light.
  3. On the MediaLink Switcher, press the Doc Cam button.
  4. Press the Input button on the Document Camera control panel.

3. System Power – Off

Performing the following steps will prevent data loss and equipment damage!

  1. Eject all media from the DVD/VHS Combo Unit, PC, or MAC Computers.
  2. Shut down computers as normal and power off any components that may still be on (i.e. DVD/VHS Combo Unit or Document Camera).
  3. Power off the Data/Video Projector by pressing the Projector “Off” button on the MediaLink Switcher for 3 seconds or until the lights on the MediaLink Switcher flash.  At this time, the Data/Video Projector starts a “cool down” process and cannot be restarted for 2 minutes.
  4. Lock the cabinet when you are finished.

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