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===Using the Blue Snowball Microphone=== | {{abox | ||
| name = Blue Snowball Microphone | |||
| summary = A short description with instructions about the Blue Snowball microphone and its incredible usefulness | |||
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| cat1 = Classroom Technology and Systems | |||
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| maintained = DIS | |||
| year = 2022-2023 | |||
}}===Using the Blue Snowball Microphone=== | |||
We have deployed a Snowball microphone on a height-adjustable stand to most Hill classrooms and teachable spaces. | We have deployed a Snowball microphone on a height-adjustable stand to most Hill classrooms and teachable indoor spaces. | ||
The Snowball has two distinct uses: | The Snowball has two distinct uses: | ||
* as a vocal mic | *as a vocal mic for video voice-overs, Zoom sessions, and other occasions where your voice needs to be upfront, clear and crisp; | ||
* as | *as an omnidirectional mic for capturing class discussions. | ||
On the back of the Snowball is a small switch found above the cable connection. | On the back of the Snowball is a small switch found above the cable connection. | ||
For our intended usage cases @ Riverdale, switch position 1 is for close vocals; position 3 for classroom & groups. | |||
[[File:SB_Switch.jpg|800x800px]] | |||
<br>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. | |||
Read more about this technology on the [[Hybrid Classroom AV]] page. | |||
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. | |||
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[[File:Glossy Black Snowball.png|none|thumb]] | |||
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