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Denny 317

Seats	Computers		Media controller	Laptop connect	DVD /VCR	Special features
	Instructor	Student
75	Win	--	X	X	X	Visual Presenter

Welcome to Your Smart Classroom! The Smart protocol for classroom technology is designed to make using computer, video, CD, and DVD playing as easy as possible. Please, do not hesitate to address questions about the Smart classrooms to Library & Information Services. We can be contacted via E-mail (helpdesk@dickinson.edu), telephone (x1000), or by visiting the Help Desk on the lower level of the Waidner-Spahr Library. Denny 317 Smart Equipment

Samsung DVD/VCR	MediaLink

Basic instructions
The MediaLink controller on top of the podium should be used to turn the projector on and off, select input sources, and set volume. Please DO NOT use the projector remote control for these functions. You can also blank the image with the "pic mute" button and the sound with the "audio mute" button. If the image from the computer is cut off on the screen, press the "auto image" button and the projector should adjust it. Please note that in the event buttons are pressed with the projector off or the DVD/VCR mode is changed not using the MediaLink, the controller may "get out of sync" with the actual conditions. In most cases it is only necessary to press the appropriate button again on the MediaLink (even if it is already is already illuminated) to restore function.

To turn the projector On or OFF
Use the "Display" ON and OFF buttons on the MediaLink. The projector takes 30 seconds to warm up (The button will flash while the projector is warming up or cooling down. Please do not press other buttons during this time).

Focus/Zoom adjustment: Since the projector is located on the table, its position and zoom/focus may get out of adjustment. The zoom is adjusted with the tab and the focus with the larger ring on the lens. The projector lens should be in line with the center of the screen for best results. The image can be raised and lowered on the screen with the two feet in the front of the projector.
The projector generates a lot of heat and requires good ventilation. Please do not place items on or right next to the projector

To view the built-in PC
With the projector on, press the PC button on the MediaLink. Note that the volume is controlled both by the PC volume setting and the volume on the MediaLink.

To view a laptop
Connect the VGA cable located on top of the podium to the laptop VGA jack. If using sound, connect the "mini" sound plug provided to the laptop headphone jack. With the projector ON, press the "LAPTOP" button on the MediaLink. You may need to press a function key on your laptop to enable the external monitor function (may be marked "LCD/CRT" or with a monitor icon).
Note: This room also has another VGA jack located on the wall plate near the podium to which you can connect an additional computer. This is accessed with the button labeled "VGA" on the MediaLink (this jack does not have a sound connection, for sound use the connection on the podium).

To Play & View a DVD, Videotape, or CD: 
If the DVD/VCR is not already ON, first turn it on with its power button. With the projector on, press the DVD or VCR button on the Media Link. Insert your CD, DVD, or video tape into the appropriate drawer or slot. Use the controls on the right side of the MediaLink (or the Samsung remote) to control playback functions. If a cable TV channel is showing, press the TV/VCR button on the MediaLink to eliminate it. You must use the MediaLink to change between DVD and VCR functions, the buttons on the remote may not work as expected. The other functions on the remote work as described in the DVD/VCR manual..

To View Campus Cable TV: With the projector on, press the VCR button on the MediaLink.You can change channels by using the channel ("CH") up and down buttons or by using the keypad on the Samsung remote to enter the channel number.

To View the Document Camera (Visual Presenter):
With the projector on, press the "Doc Cam" button on the MediaLink. This unit may need to be moved into place and connected when needed. It connects to the round SVHS jack on the wall plate near the podium. Please ensure that the plug is lined up properly when inserted.

To control sound volume
Use the Volume control on the MediaLink. (The volume control on the projector remote has no effect).

Thank you,
The Staff of Library & Information Services