Classroom Technology Panels

Selecting a Source (Top Row)

Along the top of the panel, touch one button to choose what appears on the display:

• Computer – Displays the installed classroom or podium computer.
• A confirmation message appears indicating the computer is selected and should be controlled using the keyboard and mouse.
• Laptop – Displays a user‑connected laptop (typically via HDMI).
• Document Camera – Displays the live feed from the document camera.
• Mobile Device (AirMedia) – Displays content shared wirelessly from a mobile device using AirMedia.

Note: Selecting a source automatically switches both video and audio to that input.

On‑Screen Status Message (Center Area)

The large blue center area displays system messages, such as the currently selected source and instructions for controlling presentations. This area provides visual feedback only and does not require user interaction.

Volume Controls (Right Side)

Under the Program section:

• Up (▲) – Increases audio volume.
• Mute – Silences audio without changing volume levels.
• Down (▼) – Decreases audio volume.

System Utilities (Bottom Right)

Utilities - Opens additional system or room controls, if available.

Use this option only when advanced or room‑specific settings are needed.

System Shutdown (Bottom Left)

System Off - Powers down the entire audiovisual system, including the display and connected equipment. As stated above, please do NOT use this feature.

Basic Operating Workflow

1. Select a source (Computer, Laptop, Document Camera, or Mobile Device).
2. Adjust volume or use Mute if needed.
3. Present your content using the selected source device.
4. Access Utilities if required.

Power and Volume Controls (Left Panel)

• Display Power - Press this button to turn the projector or display on or off. Allow a short warm‑up or cool‑down period when powering the display.
• Volume Control (Max / Min) - Use these buttons to raise or lower the audio volume for the selected source.

Selecting a Video Source (Left Panel)

Press one source button at a time to choose what appears on the display:

• DVD – Shows video from the built‑in or connected DVD player.
• VCR – Shows video from a connected VHS player.
• Auxiliary Video – For external devices such as a guest media player or legacy video source.
• PC – Displays a permanently installed desktop computer.
• Laptop – Displays a user‑connected laptop (typically via a wall or table connection).
• Document Camera – Displays live video from the document camera.

Note: Selecting a new source automatically switches both video and audio to that device.

DVD & VCR Mode Selection (Right Panel)

At the top of the right panel:

Press DVD or VCR to choose which device the playback controls manage. Only one can be active at a time.

Menu and Navigation Controls (Right Panel)

• Title – Returns to the DVD title screen (DVD mode only).
• Menu – Opens the DVD main menu.
• Enter – Confirms a selection.
• Tuner (arrow pad) – Use the up, down, left, and right arrows to navigate menus or settings.

Playback Controls (Right Panel)

Standard media transport buttons control the selected DVD or VCR:

• Prev / Rew – Go to the previous chapter or rewind.
• Play – Start playback.
• Next / Fwd – Skip to the next chapter or fast forward.
• Pause – Temporarily halt playback.
• Stop – Stop playback completely.

Basic Operating Workflow

1. Turn on the display using Display Power.
2. Select the desired source (PC, Laptop, DVD, etc.).
3. If using DVD or VCR, select the correct mode and use playback controls.
4. Adjust volume as needed.
5. When finished, stop playback and power off the display.

Display Power Controls (Left Section)

• ON – Turns the projector or display on.
• OFF – Powers the display off. Allow time for cool‑down.
• MUTE – Temporarily silences all audio without changing the volume level.

Volume Control (Left Section)

Volume Knob – Turn clockwise to increase volume, counterclockwise to decrease.
Volume Indicator Lights – LEDs show the current audio level from low to high.

Image Adjustment (Left Vertical Buttons)

AUTO IMAGE – Automatically adjusts the image size, alignment, and clarity.
Use this if the projected image appears off‑center, fuzzy, or incorrectly scaled.

Selecting a Video Source (Center Section)

Press one source button to choose what appears on the display. The active source lights up.

• PC (1) – Displays the installed classroom or podium computer.
• VGA (2) – Displays a laptop or device connected via VGA.
• HDMI (3) – Displays a device connected via HDMI (most modern laptops).
• DOC CAM (4) – Displays the document camera.
• DVD (5) – Displays video from the DVD player.
• (Button 6) – Reserved or unused input (if not labeled, it may be inactive).

Note: Selecting a source automatically switches both video and audio.

DVD & VCR Mode Selection (Right Section)

Press DVD or VCR at the top to select which device the transport controls operate. Only one mode can be active at a time.

Menu and Navigation Controls (Right Section)

• TITLE – Returns to the DVD title screen.
• MENU – Opens the DVD main menu.
• TV/VCR – Toggles VCR display modes (VCR only).
• ENTER – Confirms a menu selection.
• TUNER Arrows – Navigate up, down, left, and right through menus.

Playback Controls (Right Section)

Standard media controls for DVD or VHS playback:

• PREV / REW – Previous chapter or rewind.
• PLAY – Start playback.
• NEXT / FWD – Next chapter or fast forward.
• PAUSE – Temporarily pause playback.
• STOP – Stop playback completely.

Basic Operating Workflow

1. Press ON to power the display.
2. Select the desired source (PC, HDMI, Doc Cam, DVD).
3. Adjust volume or use MUTE if needed.
4. Use DVD/VCR controls if playing physical media.
5. When finished, press STOP, then OFF to power down.

Choosing a Source (Top Center)

Under “CHOOSE A SOURCE”, press one button to select what appears on the display:

• Computer – Displays the installed classroom or podium computer.
• Visualizer – Displays the document camera or visualizer.
• HDMI Laptop – Displays a laptop connected via HDMI.
• VGA Laptop – Displays a laptop connected via VGA.
• AirMedia – Displays wireless presentation content (when supported).

Note: Selecting a source automatically switches both video and audio to that input.

Display Power Controls (Right Side)

Under “DISPLAY”:

• Display On – Turns the projector or display on.
• Display Off – Turns the projector or display off.

Note: Allow time for cool‑down before leaving the room.

Volume Controls (Right Side)

Under “VOLUME”:

• Up – Increases audio volume.
• Mute – Silences audio without changing the volume level.
• Down – Decreases audio volume.
• Volume Bar – Shows the current audio level visually.

System Shutdown (Lower Right)

SYSTEM SHUTDOWN – Powers down the entire AV system.

Note: System Shutdown is different from Display Off - it shuts down all connected AV components, not just the screen. As stated above, please do NOT use this feature.

Basic Operating Workflow

1. Press Display On to turn on the screen.
2. Select a source (Computer, HDMI Laptop, AirMedia, etc.).
3. Adjust volume or press Mute if needed.
4. Present your content.
5. When finished, press Display Off.

Selecting a Source (Top Row)

Under “SELECT YOUR SOURCE”, touch one button to choose what appears on the screen:

• Computer – Displays the installed classroom or podium computer.
• A confirmation message appears indicating the computer is selected.
• Document Camera – Displays the live feed from the document camera.
• Laptop – Displays a user‑connected laptop (via HDMI or designated connection).
• Air Media – Displays content shared wirelessly through the AirMedia system.

Note: Selecting a source automatically switches both video and audio to that input.

On‑Screen Status Message (Center Area)

The large center panel displays system messages, such as:

• Confirmation of the currently selected source
• Instructions to use the keyboard and mouse when the computer source is active

This area provides visual feedback but does not require user interaction.

Display Controls (Right Side)

Under “DISPLAY”:

• Display On – Turns the projector or display on.
• Black Screen – Temporarily blanks the image without turning the display off (useful during breaks).
• Display Off – Turns the projector or display off.
• Allow time for proper cool‑down before leaving the room.

Volume Controls (Right Side)

• Up (+) – Increases audio volume.
• Mute – Silences the audio without changing volume levels.
• Down (–) – Decreases audio volume.
• Volume Bar – Shows the current volume level visually.

System Shutdown (Bottom Right)

Shutdown - Powers down the entire audiovisual system, including the display and connected equipment.

Note: System Shutdown is different from Display Off - it shuts down all connected AV components, not just the screen. As stated above, please do NOT use this feature.

Basic Operating Workflow

1. Press Display On.
2. Select your source (Computer, Laptop, Document Camera, or AirMedia).
3. Adjust volume as needed.
4. Present your content.
5. Use Black Screen if you need to temporarily hide the display.
6. Press Display Off when finished.

Selecting a Source (Top Row)

Along the top of the panel, touch one button to choose what appears on the display:

• Computer – Displays the installed classroom or podium computer.
• Laptop – Displays a user‑connected laptop (typically via HDMI).
• Document Camera – Displays the live feed from the document camera.

Note: Selecting a source automatically switches both video and audio to that input.

Main Display Area (Center)

The large blue center area serves as the system’s display background and status area. This area provides visual feedback for the selected source but does not require user interaction.

Volume Controls (Right Side)

Under the Program section:

• Up (▲) – Increases audio volume.
• Mute – Silences the audio without changing volume levels.
• Down (▼) – Decreases audio volume.
• Volume Indicator Bar – Shows the current volume level visually.

Camera and System Options (Bottom Row)

Along the bottom of the panel:

• Camera – Opens camera‑related controls (if a room camera is installed).
• Utilities – Opens additional system or room controls.
• Privacy – Activates privacy mode, typically disabling cameras and microphones.

These options are used only when needed and may vary by room configuration.

System Shutdown (Bottom Left)

System Off – Powers down the entire audiovisual system, including the display and connected equipment. As stated above, please do NOT use this feature.

Basic Operating Workflow

1. Select a source (Computer, Laptop, or Document Camera).
2. Adjust volume as needed or use Mute.
3. Present your content.
4. Use Camera, Utilities, or Privacy if required.

Selecting a Source (Left Section)

Under “CHOOSE A SOURCE”, touch one button to choose what appears on the display:

• Computer – Displays the installed classroom or podium computer.
• Visualizer – Displays the document camera.
• VGA Laptop – Displays a laptop connected using VGA.
• HDMI Laptop – Displays a laptop connected using HDMI.
• BluRay – Displays video from the Blu‑ray player.

Note: Selecting a source automatically switches both video and audio to that input.

Display Controls (Right Section)

Under “DISPLAY”:

• Display On – Turns the projector or display on.
• Display Off – Turns the projector or display off.

Note: Allow time for the display to cool down before leaving the room.

Volume Controls (Right Section)

Under “VOLUME”:

• Up – Increases audio volume.
• Mute – Silences audio without changing the volume level.
• Down – Decreases audio volume.
• Volume Bar – Shows the current audio level visually.

System Shutdown (Lower Right)

System Shutdown - Powers down the entire audiovisual system, including the display and connected equipment. As stated above, please do NOT use this feature.

Basic Operating Workflow

1. Press Display On.
2. Select a source (Computer, HDMI Laptop, Visualizer, or BluRay).
3. Adjust volume or use Mute if needed.
4. Present your content.

Selecting a Source (Top Row)

Along the top of the panel, touch one button to choose the content source:

• Computer – Displays the installed classroom or podium computer.
• Laptop – Displays a user‑connected laptop (typically via HDMI).
• Document Camera – Displays the live feed from the document camera.
• Mobile Device (AirMedia) – Displays content shared wirelessly from a mobile device using AirMedia.

Note: Selecting a source makes it available for routing to one or more room displays.

Main Display Area (Center)

The large blue center area represents the active display area and system background. It provides visual feedback but does not require direct interaction.

Sending Content to Displays (Right Center)

Under “Send to…”, choose where the selected source will appear:

• Main Display – Routes content to the primary screen.
• Front Display 1 – Routes content to the front display.
• Rear Display 2 – Routes content to the second rear display.
• Rear Display 3 – Routes content to the third rear display.

Buttons show the currently assigned source for each display.

Volume Controls (Right Side)

Under the Program section:

• Up (▲) – Increases audio volume.
• Mute – Silences the audio without changing volume levels.
• Down (▼) – Decreases audio volume.
• Volume Indicator Bar – Shows the current volume level visually.

Camera and System Options (Bottom Row)

Along the bottom of the panel:

• Camera – Opens camera‑related controls if a room camera is installed.
• Utilities – Opens additional system or room settings.
• Privacy – Activates privacy mode, disabling cameras and microphones.

System Shutdown (Bottom Left)

System Off – Powers down the entire audiovisual system, including displays and connected equipment. As stated above, please do NOT use this feature.

Basic Operating Workflow

1. Select a source (Computer, Laptop, Document Camera, or Mobile Device).
2. Use Send to… to route the source to the desired display(s).
3. Adjust volume or use Mute as needed.
4. Present your content.
5. Use Camera, Utilities, or Privacy if required.

Display Controls (Top Row)

Along the top row of buttons:

• Display On – Turns the projector or display on.
• Display Off – Turns the projector or display off.
• Allow time for the display to cool down before leaving the room.
• Auto Image – Automatically adjusts image alignment and clarity.
• Use this if the image appears distorted or off‑center.
• Screen Up – Raises a motorized projection screen.
• Screen Down – Lowers a motorized projection screen.

Selecting a Source (Middle Row)

Press one button to choose what appears on the display:

• PC – Displays the installed classroom or podium computer.
• Laptop – Displays a user‑connected laptop.
• Doc Camera – Displays the document camera.
• DVD/VCR – Displays video from the DVD or VHS player.
• Aux – Displays an auxiliary external video source.

Note: Selecting a source automatically switches both video and audio.

Volume Control (Upper Right)

• Volume Knob – Turn clockwise to increase volume and counterclockwise to decrease.
• Volume Indicator Lights – LEDs show the current audio level.

DVD & VCR Playback Controls (Bottom Row)

Standard media playback buttons control DVD or VHS playback:

• Play (▶) – Starts playback.
• Pause (⏸) – Temporarily pauses playback.
• Stop (■) – Stops playback.
• Rewind (⏪) – Rewinds the media.
• Fast Forward (⏩) – Advances the media.

Menu and Navigation Controls (Lower Right)

• Directional Pad – Use the arrow buttons to navigate on‑screen menus.
• Center Button – Confirms a selection.

These controls are primarily used with DVD menus or other on‑screen interfaces.

Basic Operating Workflow

1. Press Display On.
2. Lower the screen using Screen Down if needed.
3. Select a source (PC, Laptop, Doc Camera, or DVD/VCR).
4. Adjust the volume using the knob.
5. Use playback and navigation controls if playing media.
6. When finished, press Stop, raise the screen if needed, and press Display Off.

Selecting a Source (Top Row)

Along the top of the screen, touch one button to choose what appears on the display:

• PC – Displays the installed classroom or podium computer.
• HDMI – Displays a user‑connected laptop or device via HDMI.
• Wireless Presentation – Displays content shared wirelessly from a compatible device.
• Blu‑ray Disc – Displays video from the Blu‑ray player.

Note: Selecting a source automatically switches both video and audio to that input.

Main Display Area (Center)

The large blue center area provides visual feedback about the selected source and system status. This area does not require user interaction.

Image and System Controls (Bottom Row)

Along the bottom of the screen are frequently used system controls:

• Power – Turns the display system on or off.
• Camera – Opens camera‑related controls if a room camera is installed.
• Image Mute – Temporarily blanks the image without turning the display off.
• Utilities – Opens additional system or room‑specific controls.
• Mute – Silences all audio without changing volume levels.

Volume Controls (Bottom Right)

• Volume Slider – Adjusts the audio level.
• Volume Percentage – Displays the current volume level numerically.
• Speaker icons indicate volume increase or decrease.

Basic Operating Workflow

• Select a source (PC, HDMI, Wireless Presentation, or Blu‑ray Disc).
• Adjust volume or use Mute if needed.
• Present your content.
• Use Image Mute if you need to temporarily hide the display.

Selecting a Source (Left Section)

Under “SELECT SOURCE”, touch one button to choose what appears on the display:

• PC – Displays the installed classroom or podium computer.
• Document Camera – Displays the live feed from the document camera.
• Laptop – Displays a user‑connected laptop.
• Blu‑ray – Displays video from the Blu‑ray disc player.

Note: Selecting a source automatically switches both video and audio to that input.

Projector Controls (Right Upper Section)

Under “PROJECTOR”:

• On – Turns the projector on.
• Off – Turns the projector off.

Note: Allow time for the projector to cool down before leaving the room.

Volume Controls (Right Middle Section)

Under “VOLUME”:

• Up – Increases the audio volume.
• Mute – Silences audio without changing the volume level.
• Down – Decreases the audio volume.

System Shutdown (Bottom Right)

System Off – Powers down the entire audiovisual system, including the projector and connected equipment. 

As stated above, please do NOT use this feature.

Basic Operating Workflow

1. Press Projector On.
2. Select a source (PC, Laptop, Document Camera, or Blu‑ray).
3. Adjust volume or use Mute if needed.
4. Present your content.