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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 Snowball is a small switch found above the cable connection. Use the following settings depending on the type of class or desired recording: Β 
'''''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: Β 


* '''''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
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** In Google Meet, click on the '''''three vertical dots icon''''', click '''''Settings''''', and under '''''Microphone''''' check that the option is correct
[[File:SB_Switch.jpg|800x800px]]
** In Zoom, under the '''''audio icon''''', click the '''''arrow''''' and select the proper audio source (the microphone)
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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 theΒ  microphone to the Anker USB-C hub for use in class.
[[File:Glossy_Black_Snowball.png]]


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 theΒ  microphone to the Anker USB-C hub for use in class.
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