This article is a step-by-step explanation of how to use classroom A/V equipment controlled by Extron 5 IP switch.
AV Control Panel: AV Control Panel
Turn ON the projector and wait for the ON light to stop blinking. Lower screen.
Computer Display
| 1.VGA Cable with MiniSecurely connect the VGA cable to the control panel and your computer. |
| ***Older PCs can directly connect to the VGA cable, some may require an adapter. |
| ***Macs require a VGA adapter in order to connect to the VGA cable. |
| 2.Select the computer source, which may be labeled as "computer", "laptop" or "PC" on the control panel depending on the room. |
| 3.Turn on your computer; wait as it communicates with the projector. |
| 4.The optimal display setting on your computer for most classrooms is 1024 x 768 (60Hz). |
Mac
| 1.Under the Apple icon click System Preferences |
| 2.Click Display |
| 3.Click Detect Displays |
| 4.Click on Arrangement Tab and Click Mirror Displays |
PC
Windows 7 or newer machines
Quickly toggle between different presentation settings by pressing the Windows Logo key and P key. A menu with different presentation settings will pop up. Select your preferred display setting with left mouse click.
Windows Vista or older
Toggle between the different presentation modes by pressing both the Fn and specific Fkey at the same time slowly until you find a suitable display option. Computers typically have three presentation modes which cycle from the laptop screen only, the projector only or both simultaneously.
- The Fn key - located between the "Ctrl" and "Alt" keys
- The Display Function (F) key - located among the top row of keys labeled as either "CRT/LCD" or has an icon of a monitor (see photo for variations)
NOTICE: If the computer will not display, try restarting it while plugged into the AV system.
Computer (or iPod) Audio
The small cable attached to each end of the VGA cable is used to play audio (see photo above). Plug one end of the cable into the headphone port on your computer (or iPod) and the other end into the audio input next to the VGA input on the control panel.
The volume knob is located on the control panel next to where the audio cable plugs in. The volume on the computer (or iPod) must also be turned up.
VGA Cable Location
The VGA cable is located on a hook on the black box. If the cable is not there, locate the cubbyhole within the black box. To open the cubbyhole, press the latch down while pulling towards you.
NOTICE: Signs of a broken VGA cable - pins appear bent or displayed image has noticeable color tint
DVD & VCR Display
- Select the "DVD" or "VCR" source on the control panel
- Make sure the DVD or VCR is turned on; insert media and press play
- Use the volume knob located on the control panel to adjust volume as needed
TIP:The remote(s) are located in the cubbyhole within the black box. To open the cubbyhole, press the latch down while pulling towards you.
NOTE: The installed DVD/VHS player may ONLY play standard formats. To play video from other regions or blu-ray, please make a reservation to checkout the appropriate player to hook up in the classroom.
Auxiliary Video Display (Multi-regional Players, Video Cameras)
- Connect the video cable to the corresponding BNC connector on the panel
- Connect the audio cables to the corresponding RCA connectors on the panel
- Select the "Aux Video" source on the control panel
- Make sure the external device is turned on
- Use the volume knob located on the control panel to adjust volume as needed
TIP: Make sure the external device is in playback mode if applicable
Turn OFF the projector and raise the screen.
Display Troubleshooting Tips (no image on the screen):
- Check if the "Blank Screen/Picture Mute" button is activated.
- Firmly press another source button on the control panel and then select the original source again.
- In some cases your device may need to be restarted when connected to the VGA cable.
- Power off and wait for the OFF light to stop blinking then repeat instructions. This will take a few minutes as the system cools down and warms up again.
- Call 510-643-8637 for support
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