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CLASSROOM TRAINING MANUAL PREPARED FOR ST. MARYS CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT INCLUDES DVD, PROJECTOR, CLASSROOM SOUND, INTERACTIVE WHITEBOARD PRESENTED BY CRT TECHNOLOGIES 937-222-9840 WWW.CRTECHCORP.COM...
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System and Microphone Volume Controlled via Transmitter Applications The Atlas Learn AL2430 system is an in-classroom sound reinforcement solution designed for use in K-12 and higher education facilities or where a room constrained public address system is required. This complete audio enrichment package consists of amplifier / receiver, wireless microphones, and docking station designed to allow the teacher and students to walk freely around the room with the infrared microphones / system control units and project their voices through installed speakers.
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Wireless Infrared Classroom AL2430-2PH Owner’s Manual Sound Reinforcement System AL2430 Front Panel Description 1. Power Switch 8. Computer This toggle switch applies power to the AL2430. The gain for the Computer input is controlled by this rotary control. 2. Power LED This LED will illuminate when the AL2430 is turned on.
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Wireless Infrared Classroom Owner’s Manual AL2430-2PH Sound Reinforcement System 20 21 22 23 24 25 AL2430 Rear Panel Description 13. Infrared Sensors 18. Priority Page Input These three “F” type connectors are for input of the AL-IRDS This input accepts line or speaker level input to allow an antennas.
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Wireless Infrared Classroom AL2430-2PH Owner’s Manual Sound Reinforcement System AL-PH Wireless Microphone Description 26. Microphone 33. Mute Button High quality internal microphone is used when the unit is in Depressing this button in Mode 1 mutes the Microphone the handheld or lapel configuration.
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RED = Charging GREEN = Charged. AL2430-2PH Function Description The versatile AL-PH Microphone performs the functions of a wireless microphone and a system remote control. It can be used as a Handheld Microphone, a Lapel Microhone with included Lanyard(AL-LANYARD), or a Belt Pack Microphone with optional AL-HSM headset.
Replacing the Batteries The remote control uses two AA alkaline batteries. Follow these steps note when you need to replace them: The remote control 1. Press in the tab to remove the battery cover. automatically shuts off when it detects a button being pressed more than 30 seconds.
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■ Zoom Displays images using the full width of the projection area and maintains the aspect ratio of the image. 4:3 ratio images are cut off on the top and bottom. ■ Full Displays images using the full width of the projection area, but does not retain the aspect ratio.
Zooming Your Image Follow these steps to zoom in on a portion of the image: 1. Press the button on the remote control. E-Zoom + Arrow buttons You see a crosshair indicating the center of the zoom-in area. 2. Use the four “arrow” buttons on the remote control to position E-Zoom the crosshair in the area you want to enlarge.
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Turning Off the Picture and Sound Press the button on the remote control to turn off the A/V Mute image and sound and darken your screen. This is useful if you want to temporarily re-direct your audience’s attention without the distraction of a bright screen.
Adjusting the Color Mode You may want to adjust the color mode to select a different setting that is appropriate for the image you’re projecting and the environment in which you’re projecting it. Press the Color Mode button on the remote control. Color Mode If you’re projecting computer or RGB video images, the default color...
Controlling the Picture and Sound You can use the remote control to select your source, adjust the colors, temporarily turn off the picture and sound, freeze the action, or zoom in on the picture. Make sure you have set up your projector and connected any equipment as described in Chapter 1.
Using the Remote Control he remote control lets you access your projector’s features from anywhere in the room—up to 20 feet (6 m) away. For example, you can turn the projector on and off, freeze the presentation, zoom in on a portion of your image, and access the menu system.
Watching Television This DVD recorder has a tuner which allows it to directly receive and record analog and terrestrial digital channels. High Definition (HD) programming is “down-converted” and recorded in Standard Definition (SD). Preparation: Turn on the television and select the appropriate video input to suit the connections to this unit (Example: AV input).
Playback Preparation: Turn on the television and select the appropriate video input to suit the connections to this unit (Example: AV input). Playing Discs Refer to “Advanced Playback” ( 26, 27) for detailed information on playback. ➔ RAM -R -R DL -RW(V) +R +R DL +RW DVD-V -RW(VR) CD to turn the unit on.
Recording Television Programs Refer to “Important Notes for Recording” ( 20) and “Advanced Recording” ( 21 to 23) for detailed information on ➔ ➔ recording. RAM -R -R DL -RW(V) +R +R DL +RW Preparation: • Turn on the television and select the appropriate video input to suit the connections to this unit (Example: AV input).
Scheduled Recording Refer to “Advanced Scheduled Recording” (➔ 23, 24) for detailed information on scheduled recording. RAM -R -R DL -RW(V) +R +R DL +RW Preparation: • Turn on the television and select the appropriate video input to suit the connections to this unit (Example: AV input).
Deleting Recordings Important: Once deleted, contents cannot be recovered. Preparation: • Turn on the television and select the appropriate video input to suit the connections to this unit (Example: AV input). • Insert the disc containing the recording to be deleted. •...
Important Notes for Recording Analog broadcasts: -R -R DL -RW(V) +R +R DL +RW Recording of Select the Main or SAP audio before multilingual Both Main and SAP are recorded. recording. broadcasts You can change the audio during playback (➔ 27, Changing [➔...
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Advanced Recording Selecting Audio Channels to record Specifying the Recording Time Refer to “Recording of multilingual broadcasts” for RAM -R -R DL -RW(V) +R +R DL +RW detailed information (➔ 20). This function allows specifying the length of recording time up to 4 hours. When receiving an analog broadcast During recording -R -R DL -RW(V) +R +R DL +RW...
Advanced Scheduled Recording Playing while you are recording To cancel a scheduled recording in progress Chasing Playback to select the DVD drive. Allows playback from the beginning of what you are recording. When recording to DVD-RAM (at least 20 seconds after recording starts) –...
Advanced Scheduled Recording Recording from an External Device Recording from a VCR, etc. Tips Connect cables while the power to both the unit and You can enter up to 16 programs a month in advance. the external device is off. Schedule List Remaining Recording Time 1:58 SP...
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Start play on the external device. Turn ON the DV equipment and pause play where you want to begin recording. to start recording the DV camcorder connection DV connection detected. program from an external device. Start recording ? Record to DVD Cancel Tips •...
Advanced Playback Zoom in on video Tips To select the recording with the numbered buttons e.g., “5”: [0] ➔ [5] During playback “15”: [1] ➔ [5] To view other pages Press [ e , r , w , q ] to select “Previous” or “Next”, then press [OK]. –...
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Quick View (Play x1.3) CM Skip RAM -R -R DL -RW(V) +R +R DL +RW -RW(VR) Allows you to increase the play speed slightly without Skips 1-minute forward with each press. distorting the audio. During playback During playback (Press and hold.) –...
Playing MP3s -R -R DL CD USB Tips The screen shown below may be displayed when you insert a USB memory (➔ 7). e.g., To select file type 1. Press [RETURN]. Multimedia content USB Media Device Operations 2. Press [FUNCTIONS]. Music and pictures on disc.
Playing DivX -R -R DL CD USB Using the Tree Screen to Find a Folder You can play CD-R/CD-RW, DVD-R, DVD-R DL discs and USB memories which contain DivX video contents that have been From the DivX file list recorded on a computer. q while a recording is highlighted When you insert a USB memory, the menu screen appears (➔...
Playing Still Pictures (JPEG) RAM -R -R DL CD SD USB e , r , w , q to select a picture, Still pictures (JPEG) recorded on DVD-RAM, DVD-R, DVD-R DL, CD- R/RW, SD Memory Cards or USB memory can be played on this unit. then to view.
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Slideshow with soundtrack Zoom It is possible to play MP3 music recorded on a USB memory during a Slideshow. While playing a picture Preparation: Insert a USB memory containing MP3 files. To zoom in Control Panel From the Album View screen FUNCTIONS e , r to select “Zoom e , r , w , q to select an album,...
Playing Playlists Status Messages The following messages and displays appear to let you RAM -RW(VR) know what operations are being performed and the You cannot create or edit playlists on this unit. However, status of the unit. you can play a playlist that has been created or edited on other equipment.
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Install the PolyVision driver The PolyVision driver runs unobtrusively in the background whenever your computer is on. For information about configuring PolyVision driver options, refer to “Configuring PolyVision driver options” on page 35. PolyVision...
Preparing to use ēno Preparing to use ēno ēno is ready to use after you: add batteries to the stylus pair the stylus Bluetooth signal with a computer that has the PolyVision driver installed (refer to “Install the PolyVision driver” on page 17) connect a projector to the computer Add batteries The ēno stylus and eraser require batteries.
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Preparing to use ēno note: NOTE: When the stylus is not in use, replace the cap to extend battery life. Refer to “Replacing the ēno stylus batteries” on page 46 for information about battery life. Pair the ēno stylus Bluetooth signal with your computer ēno interacts with your computer via the ēno stylus, which is a Bluetooth device.
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Preparing to use ēno 3. Click the “Hardware” tab. 4. Turn on the ēno stylus by removing the cap then click “Pair Stylus.” Pairing proceeds automatically for most computers. If you have a Macintosh with operating system 10.4 or higher, follow the steps you see on the screen.
Preparing to use ēno 2. Choose “Configure the PolyVision driver” from the menu. 3. Click the “Hardware” tab. 4. Turn on the ēno stylus by removing the cap. 5. Select the ēno stylus in the list of pens in the “Hardware” tab. 6.
Getting started in projection mode Getting started in projection mode To set up the projector and get started projecting your computer: 1. Locate your projector’s video cable and connect it to the video port of your computer. 2. Connect the other end of the video cable to your projector. 3.
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Getting started in projection mode 3. Using the ēno stylus, touch each target projected on the whiteboard, following instructions you see on the board. When alignment is complete, you are ready to begin interacting with your computer. The alignment between your projector and the PolyVision driver is important.
Using ēno interactive whiteboards Using ēno interactive whiteboards Get started using ēno interactive whiteboards PolyVision makes it easy to install the PolyVision driver and add Bluetooth capability to any computer so it can interact with the ēno whiteboard. Everything you need is provided with the ēno whiteboard. To get started using your ēno interactive whiteboard: 1.
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Using ēno interactive whiteboards 10. To save a copy as a file in the computer “My Documents” folder, tap the save control icon. (Refer to "Printing and saving" on page 31.) 11. To type, tap the keyboard control icon and tap the on-screen keyboard.
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Using ēno interactive whiteboards ēno interactive whiteboard control icons ēno control icons that you tap with the ēno stylus are described below. Toggles between writing and cursor control. Goes to the previous PowerPoint slide or PgUp. Goes to the next PowerPoint slide or PgDn. Displays the on-screen keyboard.
Cursor control using the ēno stylus Control icon options You can access the functions of the control icons in two ways: by tapping the control icons with the stylus by configuring the PolyVision driver to project the control icons in a movable window that you tap with the stylus (Refer to "Using on-screen tools"...
Writing and erasing with the ēno stylus 3. To enter text, tap keys on the on-screen keyboard. 4. To move the keyboard, drag the title bar to another location. 5. To close the keyboard, tap the “close” button at the upper corner of the window or tap keyboard again.
Printing and saving Changing the pen style The pen style palette provides a selection of pen, eraser and highlighter styles. To choose a pen, eraser, or highlighter from the pen palette: 1. Tap the Pen Style control icon. 2. Tap an option to select it. 3.
Spotlight and reveal options A snapshot file is added to the computer in the “My Documents” folder (Windows) or “Documents” folder (Macintosh or Linux). You can change the default file type and destination. (Refer to "Save options" on page 37.) Spotlight and reveal options The red pen color control icon has three possible functions which you can configure:...
Spotlight and reveal options 5. To enlarge or shrink the circle, drag it from any point around the edge except the four cardinal points. To remove the spotlight: Tap the red control icon again. Revealing your work To use the reveal tool: 1.
Opening a blank window for writing 3. Drag the strip up, down, left or right to reveal more of the screen. To reveal the entire screen and continue your presentation: Tap the red control icon again. Opening a blank window for writing If you prefer to write on a blank window rather than writing over the projected computer desktop, you can display up to four additional blank windows for writing.
The PolyVision driver The PolyVision driver The PolyVision driver is always available and running in the background after you install it on your computer. Configuring PolyVision driver options The PolyVision driver is ready to use as soon as it is installed. You can change the default options at any time.
The PolyVision driver General options To configure general options: Click “General”. You see the following options: “Sounds”: Enable or disable sounds from your computer or PolyVision product that indicate system status. “Per-User Settings”: When enabled, this option saves settings for individual users.
The PolyVision driver “Reset Notifications”: If a user disables Print and Save notifications, click this option to reset and enable them again. “Disable searching COM ports”: Prevents the PolyVision driver from searching for devices that are communicating via the computer's serial COM ports.
The PolyVision driver PNG, or BMP. In Windows, you can also save as GIF. On a Macintosh, you can also save as PICT, Photoshop, SGI, TGA, and Quicktime Image formats. By default, snapshot files are saved in JPG format (Windows) or PDF (Macintosh).
The PolyVision driver “Use the default pen style”: The factory default pen style is a medium black line. Click “Select the default pen style” to select a new default pen style. Print options To configure print options: Click “Print.” You see these options: “Select Printer”: Specify the printer used when you print a snapshot.
The PolyVision driver Projection options To configure projection alignment options that apply when your device enters projection mode: Click “Projection.” You see these options: “Alignment Points”: Choose between three levels of projection alignment: good, better, and best. The more points you choose, the more accurately the cursor will be controlled from the whiteboard in projection mode.
The PolyVision driver Hardware options To view the PolyVision hardware products communicating with the computer: Click “Hardware.” To view and change settings for a PolyVision product: Select a product or pen to view or edit its settings in the lower section of the window.
The PolyVision driver Status of the PolyVision driver The Status option provides a live view of all PolyVision products communicating with the computer and their current status. PolyVision products shown in gray are installed and communicating with the computer, but are inactive or in a “sleep” mode. The status information is updated when a change occurs.
The PolyVision driver 2. Click “Projection.” 3. Choose the alignment type from the drop-down list. Proceed as usual to enter projection mode or to re-align while in projection mode. Follow the alignment instructions that are projected from the computer on your PolyVision product. Using on-screen tools You can operate your interactive product using on-screen tools that appear in a window you can drag to a convenient location while you work.
The PolyVision driver Checking for updates PolyVision driver updates are available via the Internet. Registered users receive notice when updates are available. The PolyVision driver can check for updates automatically (refer to "General options" on page 36) or you can check for updates at any time. To update the PolyVision driver: 1.
The PolyVision driver 3. Choose “PolyVision driver” from the menu. 4. Choose “Remove the PolyVision driver.” To uninstall the PolyVision driver on a Macintosh To uninstall the PolyVision driver using a Macintosh: 1. Navigate to “Applications” and then to “PolyVision.” 2.
Care and maintenance Care and maintenance ēno maintenance Replacing the ēno stylus batteries When the stylus is not in use, replace the cap to extend battery life. The computer which is paired with your stylus provides on-screen warnings when: the ēno stylus battery is low, to remind you to replace the battery the stylus has been idle for five minutes, to remind you to replace the Note that NiMH rechargeable batteries are not suitable for the ēno stylus.
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Care and maintenance Do not wash the board. Clean ONLY with a soft dampened cloth. Back up your work. Any files you have created or images stored on your computer should be saved onto disk, USB drive, or network server. Coordinate storage of data with your IT Department.
Technical support Technical support If reviewing the above sections fails to resolve your hardware or driver problem, contact PolyVision USA Technical Support: Phone: 1.800.620.7659 (POLY), 678.542.3100 24-hour support Monday through Friday. E-mail: support@polyvision.com Internet: www.polyvision.com Or, outside the USA contact PolyVision Europe/Asia Technical Support: Phone: +32 (0)89 32 31 30 E-mail: business.center@polyvision.com Internet: www.polyvision.com...
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