The Chem 150 equipment key may be requested by departments or by faculty teaching in Chem 150.
Classroom keys and building master keys do not open these locks. Departments with faculty or staff needing access to the AV /computer equipment may want to have a key in their department office available for checkout. Or faculty and staff who make frequent use of classroom equipment may want to request a key for their personal use. In either case, a key request card must be completed, signed by the Dean or Department Head, and delivered to Facilities Management Key Shop. "AV Cabinets" must be printed at the top of the card to specify that the requested key is for the equipment cabinet and not for the room itself. A separate key request card for the room must be completed to obtain a room key.
AV equipment is located in the two rightmost sections of the instruction table as you face the class. Use the Chem 150 equipment key to unlock and open these doors.
The projection screen in Chem 150, is raised and lowered by an electric motor. To lower the screen, press the Down arrow button on the screen control switch. This switch is located in the top middle portion of the AV cabinet.
Press the button once and release it. The screen will automatically stop in the correct down position.
To turn the projector ON, press the STANDBY/ON button.
The audio amplifier is located on the second shelf on the left hand side of the AV cabinet. It is normally left on and the VU meter on the front glows when the unit is powered. If it is not glowing, press the power button on the amplifier.
The volume levels should be preset unless someone has changed them. If the volume for the VCR is not correct, check and adjust the dial on the amplifier labeled VCR/Laser Disc.
The dial on the amplifier labeled Master adjusts the overall volume level of all devices connected to the room audio system. Adjust it up or down as necessary, but be aware that this also adjusts the volume for the other devices mentioned. It is best to adjust the VCR volume using the VCR/Laser Disc dial rather than Master.
Set all level controls you will NOT be using to minimum.
The video switcher is located on the shelf above the audio amplifier in the AV cabinet.
Pressing the video button will allow the image to be projected to the class.
All of the projector functions are controlled from the remote.
In most cases you will only have to adjust the volume level using the buttons on the remote.
For further details see:
Troubleshooting Hitachi Projector Problems.
The DVD/ VCR combo unit is located in the podium/instructor station.
The unit has two sections.
Press the POWER button.
The unit will turn on and the power indicator will illuminate.
The close caption converter is located in the equipment cabinet. Press the closed caption power button.
A red indicator light shows when it is on.
The projector provides the best picture quality and brightness in a dark or dimly lit room. The window shades are lowered and raised by an electronic motor. The shades control switch is located in the top middle portion of the AV cabinet. Lower the switch to the down position.
Now adjust the lighting. The lighting control switches are located on the left wall of the room near both exits. You might want to experiment to find the best lighting option for your purposes. The left control panel has on/off switches for the overhead and front lecture lights. The right panel (front of the room only) controls the small round lights with an on/off button and sliding dimmer adjustment.
It is a good idea to adjust the lights after you have set up so you can see the controls better.
Full room lighting can be restored by switching on the overhead and front lecture lights.
The shades control switch is located in the AV cabinet. Raise the switch to the up position.
Press the eject button to remove your tape.
Press the power button to turn the VCR off.
To turn the projector OFF press the STANDBY / ON button approximately a second or two.
The lamp will turn off and be cooled. Then the unit will be completely shut off.
The projection screen in Chem 150 is raised and lowered by an electric motor. To raise the screen, press the Up arrow button on the screen control switch. This switch is located in the top middle portion of the AV cabinet.
Press the button once and release it. The screen will automatically stop in the correct position.
Close and lock the AV equipment cabinet door using the Chem 150 equipment key.
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