with and -The quickest way to bring together audio/video media with interactive lesson planning.

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1 with and -The quickest way to bring together audio/video media with interactive lesson planning. This guide is meant for new AVRover owners to quickly get up to speed on the controls and functions within a classroom environment. It will guide you through setting up the AVRover, changing sources, and suggested practices to follow to ensure years of dependable use. As always, additional help can be found on the support section of our website: Or by contacting us at

2 Features Page 1 Notebook Computer A/V Connections Projector Control Access Panel Adjustable-Tilting Projector Shelf Security Features - Projector Cage & Security Screws Projector Location- Universal Mounting Plate ONfinity Interactive Whiteboard System Powered Mixer Audio Controls

3 Features Page 1 (Explained) Notebook Computer A/V Connections Every AVRover model comes with audio/video connections for a personal computer to be connected. The top of the AVRover provides a handy platform for working on your computer. Some AVRover SVS200 models have been equip with a rear shelf for use as an additional workspace. Projector Control Access Panel Every SVS200 includes a custom Projector Control Access Panel. This allows the user to access the buttons on the projector when the remote control is not present. Adjustable-Tilting Projector Shelf Every SVS200 and SVS100 models include a patented projector shelf. Adjusting the shelf is as simple as pulling the cord to lower the image, or letting the cord go to raise the image. The clam cleat on the side holds the cord in place. Security Features - Projector Cage & Security Screws Every SVS200 is built using a host of security features. Steel construction, security studs, and screws are used for every panel and plate. The projector has a cage faceplate installed in front to further increase the security of your AVRover system. Projector Location- Universal Mounting Plate Every SVS200 includes a universal plate for securely mounting your projector. Even years after the purchase of your AVRover, the universal shelf will accommodate the latest model projector with ease. ONfinity Interactive Whiteboard System The ONfinity wireless interactive whiteboard system will provide interactivity with your computer from the projection surface. Working just as your computer s mouse does, the presentation wand that comes with the system transmits IR signals back to this receiver called the ONfinity CM2 Max. Powered Mixer Audio Controls Every SVS200 will come with a self-powered mixer allowing the user to adjust the volume of all of the input sources. These controls are detailed on the next page.

4 Features Page 2 Balanced Microphone Input Unbalanced Line Level Outputs Microphone Volume DVD/VCR Combo Volume Computer Volume Tone Levels Master Volume Level DVD/CD Drawer Lock Box Storage VHS Recorder Line Level Inputs

5 Features Page 2 (Explained) Balanced Microphone Input Every SVS200 comes with a microphone input. This allows the user to use the AVRover as a portable PA system by simply plugging in a dynamic microphone. Unbalanced Line Level Outputs Every SVS200 comes with a pair of RCA line level output jacks. These can be used to connect a recording device, or connect to an existing PA system within the room. Microphone Volume DVD/VCR Combo Volume The three source volume control knobs will adjust the corresponding audio levels for the microphone, combo unit, and the computer s audio output. Different sources will have varying audio levels, so turn up or down the knob for the source being used. Computer Volume Tone Levels Some SVS200 models will offer separate bass and treble controls just like most home stereos do. Other models will offer a single tone control. Adjust accordingly. Master Volume Level Some SVS200 models will offer a main volume level control knob. If your AVRover has this feature, be sure to have this level turned up prior to adjusting the source input level controls, or you will fail to hear your desired source s audio material.

6 Features Page 2 (Explained-Continued) DVD/CD Drawer This part of the combo unit will allow you to play all store bought DVD and CD disks. Most combo units will also play burned disks, however, data disks must still be played through the disk drive within the computer. Some AVRover models have been upgraded to include a DVD burner model combo unit, these can record direct to disk. Lock Box Storage Every SVS200 comes with a 3U lockable storage compartment. Use this convenient feature to keep your accessories secure when you are done using the AVRover. VHS Recorder This part of the combo unit allows you to play and record onto VHS tapes. If your unit has been upgraded to a DVD recorder model, your combo will also come with a built-in tuner for use with CCTV systems and digital network broadcasts. Line Level Inputs This part of the combo unit will allow you to connect an external source to the cart. These inputs are typically used for devices such as camcorders, karaoke machines, and ipods. On most combo units the VCR portion needs to be set on L2, or Line 2, in order to hear and see the A/V material from the external source.

7 Operations - Page 1 The Projector (Video) Each projector has different capabilities and specifications. When installed within the AV- Rover, two connections are always the same for every projector. Your computer s video will show up on the first VGA input, sometimes labeled VGA1, RGB1, or Computer1. Your DVD/VCR Combo s video signal will show up on the Composite Video input, sometimes labeled Video1, Composite, or Analog1. To change inputs you may use either the remote control, or the buttons on the projector accessible through the access plate. Most projector remotes will have dedicated buttons for the type of input desired. The buttons on the projector will likely have one labeled Input. Continue to press this button to cycle to the desired source as highlighted on the projection surface. Some models may require you to use arrow buttons to navigate and/or press an Enter button to confirm your input selection. The Mixer (Audio) Each audio source will have different volume levels coming out of them. The mixer is designed to allow the user to adjust the audio volume of each source independently from one another. If your mixer has a Main Volume Level Control, this will allow you raise or lower the volume of all inputs simultaneously once your individual source levels are set where you want them. There is no switching required to select a different audio source. Simply turn up the knob associated with the source you wish to hear. Likewise turn that knob down if you wish it to be muted. Your mixer will have some form of tone control. Some will have separate bass and treble level controls, others will simply have a knob labeled Tone. Adjusting this Tone knob will change how the source audio will sound, adjust to your preference.

8 Operations - Page 2 The DVD/VCR Combo Most DVD/VCR Combo units will offer the same controls as one another. Many times these units have the same abilities as the models most people have at home already. Keep in mind, that even though there are two technologies within the combo, they can only be used one at a time. You are not able to have a CD playing on the DVD side, and playback a VHS tape at the same time. To select between the DVD and VCR there is typically a button on the remote as well as on the front of the combo that is labeled DVD/VCR. Pressing this button will toggle between using the DVD or VCR portion of the combo unit. The transport control buttons such as Play and Stop are shared between the two sections of the combo. If you are trying to play a disk format that was burned as a data disk, it is highly likely that your combo unit will NOT play them. You will need the disk drive within your computer to play material on data disks such as AVI and MPG files. If you desire to connect an external source such as a camcorder to the AVRover, the input jacks on the front of the combo can be used to bring in the audio and video signals. Simply tell the combo unit you wish to use the VCR portion, and set the VCR to the front input jacks. Some combo units have a dedicated button for selecting the desired input, others will require you to use the Channel Down button to advance down past channel 2 for the external inputs to be shown. The front jacks will likely be labeled as to what input they are - typically Input 2, L2, or Line 2. If your AVRover was equip with a rack mounted ipod Dock, the audio and video output of the dock will be connected to the rear A/V jacks of the combo unit. These jacks will typically be labeled Input 1, L1, or Line 1. Your projector will have to be set to the input being used by your combo unit in order to see the video information from the external source or video ipod. To hear the audio information from the external source, turn up the Source Volume Knob labeled Combo.

9 Operations - Page 3 The ONfinity Whiteboard System The ONfinity wireless interactive whiteboard system consists of two main components - the CM2 Max receiver (mounted within the AVRover), and the Presentation Wand. ONfinity also offers an optional epen/stylus that adds a pressure sensitive tip instead of the extending wand tip. When mounted within the AVRover, the CM2 Max receiver will be mounted beside the projector and secured to the same universal projector plate. This allows the ONfinity to be adjusted up and down along with the projector s image. This mounting will also prevent the need to re-calibrate the system if the AVRover is accidently bumped during use. A USB cable will have been added to the A/V computer cables for connecting to your computer to power and communicate with the ONfinity system. Both the standard presentation wand, and the optional stylus have two buttons built into the handle. These buttons correspond to the two main buttons of a computer mouse. The large button becomes the left button of the mouse, and the small button becomes the right button of the mouse. The stylus, having the pressure sensitive tip, activates the larger button when pressure is applied to the tip. Both the wand and stylus also use the same type of battery, model CR123A - a 3volt Lithium battery. Be sure to remove the battery from each prior to storing within the carrying case. It is a common mistake to leave the batteries within the units while stored, but inevitably the buttons will accidently get depressed, or the pressure sensitive tip of the stylus will press against something thus draining the battery. The next page will go over how to setup, and calibrate the ONfinity system.

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11 Operations - Page 4 The ONfinity Whiteboard System (Windows) If you are using they system for the first time, your computer will need to have the Free- Class software installed, and there will be two drivers that will need to be correctly installed prior to using the ONfinity system. Some school systems have strict rules as to what users are allowed to do concerning installing software on school computers. Please consult your school s IT/Tech department to make sure this is allowed, and/or have them perform the installation if required. Once the software and drivers are installed properly, you will need to calibrate the system for it to work. To do this, turn on your projector, and get your image the size and shape you desire on the surface you will be using. Next, press the big red button on the top of the ONfinity CM2 Max receiver. This will turn on a red laser, and you will need to adjust the CM2 Max so that the red dot from the laser is close to the center of the projected image. If the receiver is not positioned in this way first, it is likely that the electronic calibration will not work. Lastly, launch the FreeClass program on your computer s desktop. The software will load, and you will see a toolbar appear when it is finished loading. Along with the toolbar, you will see a blue FreeClass icon appear in your task bar near your clock. Clicking once on that icon will bring up a small menu that will allow you to select Calibrate. Follow any on-screen instructions that may appear, and eventually the first calibration target will show up in the upper left hand section of your projected image. Keep in mind that if you have icons the same color as the target, it may blend in and be difficult to see. The next few pages are excerpts from the ONfinity CM2 Max Users Manual that will detail the proper setup, calibration, and toolbar icons for the FreeClass software.

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14 Tricks of the trade Tweaking The ONfinity System (Windows) As to almost any A/V gear, there are certain things that only experienced users will know. Some of these things make life much easier when using the equipment, here are a few of those things that concern the ONfinity system. The first two are actually tweaks for your projector. You will want to go into your projector and turn OFF the auto-keystone feature. Each projector has a different menu, but there should be a section that gives you options to adjust the image such as brightness and contrast adjustments. Within this section should be an option to turn OFF the auto-keystone feature. Doing so will prevent your projector from changing the image size and shape automatically if the cart gets bumped, or the image is raised or lowered. The ONfinity system will not know that the projector adjusted the image, thus automatically forcing the system to no longer be in calibration if this feature is left on. Second, some projectors will have a wider projection angle than the ONfinity will be able to detect. It is common to notice this during calibration as the inability to hit one or more targets on the image with the wand. To solve this, go the front of the projector where the focus adjustment is. Near this adjustment should be another for the optical zoom for the projector, adjust this so that the image is a little bit smaller than the largest size the projector offers. Upon re-calibration, you will notice that you are now able to hit all of the targets. If you are using a short-throw projector, you will require a special ONfinity unit designed to be used with this type of projector. Third is an ONfinity software tweak. You will want to launch the FreeClass software, and when it has loaded, click on the icon that shows up in the taskbar and choose System Setting. When the window opens, change the Side Spacing from medium to small. This will move the calibration targets closer to the edge of the image. Doing this ensures that the system is able to calibrate out to the furthest edges of the image. The next few pages will show the various tools within both Desktop Mode and White Board Mode. The Desktop Mode allows you to interact with your files and programs, while the White Board Mode will allow you to create multiple pages containing images and annotations, giving you the ability to both replay, and save your work.

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21 EasiTeach Resources EasiTeach Resources If you have just received a training session, you will know that there is a large amount of information concerning the EasiTeach software, too much to list here. If your school recorded the training session, please request a copy of the training so you can review the information when your schedule allows. Further information on RM EasiTeach can be found at: The AVRover Website - The EasiTeach Website - The Instructional Videos - The EasiTeach Support Website - Have your students download the free EasiTeach Reader program at - Sign up for My EasiTeach to download shared lesson plans and upload yours at -

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