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===Using In-Class Microphones=== | ===Using In-Class Microphones=== | ||
==== Set-up Microphone ==== | |||
We have deployed a '''''Snowball microphone''''' on a height-adjustable stand to most Hill classrooms and teachable indoor spaces. The '''''Snowball microphone''''' has two distinct uses: | We have deployed a '''''Snowball microphone''''' on a height-adjustable stand to most Hill classrooms and teachable indoor spaces. The '''''Snowball microphone''''' has two distinct uses: | ||
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#'''''Omnidirectional mic''''' for capturing class discussions | #'''''Omnidirectional mic''''' for capturing class discussions | ||
On the back of the | '''''On the back of the microphone''''' is a small switch found above the cable connection. Use the following settings depending on the type of class or desired recording: | ||
* '''''Position 1''''' is for close vocals | * '''''Position 1''''' is for close vocals | ||
* '''''Position 3''''' for classroom and groups | * '''''Position 3''''' for classroom and groups | ||
[[File:SB_Switch.jpg|523x523px]] | |||
==== Connect Microphone to Laptop ==== | |||
Once you've put the microphone in the correct mode, '''''make sure the microphone is plugged into the Anker hub'''''. Every classroom has the same Anker Hub installed. | Once you've put the microphone in the correct mode, '''''make sure the microphone is plugged into the Anker hub'''''. Every classroom has the same Anker Hub installed. | ||
* Plug the '''''microphone USB cable''''' into the Anker hub | * Plug the '''''microphone USB cable''''' into the '''''Anker hub''''' (photo below) | ||
* Plug the USB-C cable into your school issued computer | * Plug the '''''USB-C cable''''' (from the Anker hub) into your '''''school issued computer''''' | ||
* Check the audio source settings on your computer and make sure the classroom microphone is the default option | * Check the audio source settings on your computer and make sure the classroom microphone is the default option | ||
** In Google Meet, click on the '''''three vertical dots icon''''', click '''''Settings''''', and under '''''Microphone''''' check that the option is correct | |||
** In Zoom, under the '''''audio icon''''', click the '''''arrow''''' and select the proper audio source (the microphone) | |||
Read more about this technology on the [[Hybrid Classroom AV]] page. | Read more about this technology on the [[Hybrid Classroom AV]] page. | ||
== Current Riverdale Microphone Models == | |||
Here is an image of the model we're using at RCS. It is glossy black in color, and sits on a floor mic stand with a weighted base. When the mic is active and has power, the red LED at the top is illuminated. For vocal use, position the microphone a bit lower than mouth level, either standing or sitting. A 16' USB cable connects the microphone to the Anker USB-C hub for use in class. | |||
[[File:Glossy_Black_Snowball.png]] | |||
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