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Here at APSU, we have two types of AV control in classrooms. While they are different in construction, they are similar in how they work.
Crestron
Crestron control systems consist of a touch panel designed for the centralized control of various classroom technologies, including projectors, displays, audio systems, and computers. When you first enter a room the touch panel will be at the start page.
Start System
Press to start the system. The system will power on.
Plugging in the HDMI cable to a laptop will also automatically start the system and route the laptop to the projector.
System Initializing
Getting Started
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Manual Start: Tap the Start System button on the welcome screen.
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Auto-Start: Simply plug the provided HDMI cable into your laptop; the system will power on and route your laptop to the projector automatically.
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Warm up: A brief initialization screen will appear. If the timer freezes, call the Help Desk at 931-221-4357.
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Main Screen
From the Main Screen, choose what you want to display:
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PC: The built-in room computer.
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Laptop: Your personal device (via HDMI, USB/USB-C ).
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Document Cam: The tabletop camera for physical documents.
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Advanced: Press to view the Advanced Page.
- System Off: Press to shut the system down. Users will be prompted to confirm the shutdown.
Selecting Your Source
PC this screen will be visible when the PC has been selected as a source.
- When it says there are no controls for the device, it does not mean that anything is wrong.
- Program Volume: Press Up/Down/Mute to control the volume level.
Laptop
This screen will be visible when the Laptop has been selected as a source
- Soft Conference Volume: Press Up/Down/Mute to control the volume level.
- Privacy Mute: Press to mute the microphones on the call.
- Camera Controls: Conferencing (Zoom/Teams).
- Use the Camera Controls (directional pad) to pan or tilt the room camera.
- Presets: Tap a number to move the camera to a saved spot. Hold a number to save a new position.
- Privacy Mute: Disables the room microphones for the call.
Document Camera
This screen will be visible when the Document Camera has been selected as a source.
Advanced
The Advanced page is accessed by pressing the gear icon on the bottom bar.
System Shutdown
Shutdown Confirm
Auto Shutdown
Manual Off: Tap System Off and confirm. The system will automatically retract the screen and power down the projector
Press Cancel on the screen if you wish to keep the system on for another source.
System Shutting Down
Auto-Shutdown: If you unplug your laptop while the system is running, a countdown will begin.
Press Cancel on the screen if you wish to keep the system on for another source.
Lectern Connections
Touch panels serve as the primary interface for controlling these devices. Check the lectern for:
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Video: HDMI, USB-C, and VGA cables.
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Power: Standard outlets for laptop charging.
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Important: Only connect these cables to your laptop. Do not plug them into the existing lectern monitor.
Reminders
- Never let a student try to resolve an issue with the audiovisual equipment.
- Never plug any additional cables into the computer monitor.
- Do not turn the main power in the lectern off.
- Do not turn the computer off - instead, simply sign out.
- If you have any problems with the equipment, contact the GOVSTECH Help Desk at 931-221-4357(HELP).