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Getting Started

Confirm the information in our Getting Started Checklist to ensure your success in teaching in a hybrid classroom. You should review the dongles and connections for each classroom you are assigned to.

Owl Placement

The Owl should be placed approximately 6-8 feet from the main whiteboard or Smartboard in the room.

Cables

There are two cables coming from the Owl. The first cable is the power cable and the second is the USB cable. We have provided a longer power extension cord and Active USB extension cable to provide maximum flexibility. The power cable should be plugged in to the closet electrical outlet. The USB cable should be plugged into your laptop.

Classroom Speakers

The Meeting Owl Pro has its own integrated 360° tri-speaker and microphone. DO NOT plug in your wall-mounted classroom speakers when using the Meeting Owl Pro.

DO NOT use your wall-mounted speakers

Cord Management

We will be using Gaffers Tape to tape the cables to the floor to minimize the hazard of cables on the ground. If you need to adjust the placement of the Owl in the classroom, please email helpdesk@hb.edu.

Tripod

Each Owl Pro is mounted on a tripod to provide a stable base. If required, you can remove the Owl from the tripod and unscrew the tripod mounting plate from the Owl. Be sure to place the mounting plate back on the tripod to avoid losing it.

Dongles - Mini DisplayPort

Yes, dongles! As many of us will be teaching in multiple classrooms, it is important to pay attention to the dongles available. Every classroom should have a Mini DisplayPort Adapter.

Mini DisplayPort Adapter - One in every classroom

Dongles - Kensington USB-C

If you received a laptop in the last year that ONLY has a USB-C connection as its only port, you will need to bring the Kensington USB-C dongle with you for each classroom you are in. These were checked out to the individual teacher and not the room.

USB-C Adapter - Checked out to individual faculty

Network USB Dongle

It is recommended that you connect your laptop to the wired network using a network cable from the phone. You will need your wired USB dongle. You can just connect your laptop to the wireless network but our recommendation will always be to wire your laptop for a faster and more reliable connection.

Projector or Display

Connect your laptop to the projector or display. Power on the projector or display in the classroom.

NEXT STEP.... Teach

Continue to the Teach page to review best practices.

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