Live Classroom
Horizon Wimba Live Classroom
Version 4.3
Participant Guide
Live Classroom 4.3 Participant Guide _______________________________ 1
Participant Guide_____________________________________________________________ 2
The Live Classroom Interface ________________________________________________ 2
Room Interface ___________________________________________________________ 2
Content Frame ___________________________________________________________ 2
Text Chat Frame__________________________________________________________ 3
Participant Frame _________________________________________________________ 4
Polling With Yes/No Buttons_________________________________________________ 4
Hand Raising ____________________________________________________________ 5
Media Controls ___________________________________________________________ 5
Exit ____________________________________________________________________ 5
Return to Lobby __________________________________________________________ 5
Closed Captioning ________________________________________________________ 5
Slide Descriptions _________________________________________________________ 6
Audio and Video in the Live Classroom ________________________________________ 7
Using Multi-way Audio _____________________________________________________ 7
Authorizing HorizonMedia___________________________________________________ 8
Using the Live Classroom Interface ___________________________________________ 8
Orientation to the HorizonMedia Audio Bar: _____________________________________ 9
Audio Filter Options ______________________________________________________ 10
Solving Technical Problems ________________________________________________ 11
Using HorizonMedia One-way Audio _________________________________________ 12
Using RealMedia One-way Audio____________________________________________ 13
Using Third-Party Conference Call Audio ______________________________________ 14
Using Video ____________________________________________________________ 15
Interactive Features of the Live Classroom ____________________________________ 16
Advanced Poll Questions __________________________________________________ 16
eBoard Overview ________________________________________________________ 16
eBoard Tools ___________________________________________________________ 17
Application Sharing_______________________________________________________ 19
Archived Presentations ____________________________________________________ 21
What is an Archived Presentation?___________________________________________ 21
Viewing an Archived Presentation ___________________________________________ 21
Frequently Asked Questions __________________________________________________ 22
Presentation Features FAQs ________________________________________________ 22
How do I send a text message to all the users in the Room?_______________________ 22
How do I send a private text message to only one person in the Room?______________ 22
Why can't I send chat messages? ___________________________________________ 22
Can I download the presentation slides to my computer? _________________________ 23
How do I access closed captioning and slide descriptions? ________________________ 23
The text chat messages are scrolling too fast. How do I stop this? __________________ 23
Technical Issues FAQs_____________________________________________________ 24
“One moment please. Loading …” has appeared on my screen for the past few minutes. 24
I do not hear audio, even though the presentation has started. _____________________ 24
I lost my audio during the middle of the presentation. ____________________________ 25
Other users cannot hear me when I speak into my microphone. ____________________ 25
The slides on my screen are not changing. ____________________________________ 26
The archived presentation will not start. _______________________________________ 26
Disclaimer _________________________________________________________________ 27
Live Classroom 4.3 Participant
Guide
This Help Guide is designed to assist you in using Horizon Wimba Live Classroom to participate in an
interactive presentation or view an archived presentation. You will also find information for solving any
technical problems you may experience.
To learn more about the Live Classroom application, you can browse the Table of Contents.
If you would like to contact Technical Support, click here:
Horizon Wimba Technical Support
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The Live Classroom Interface
Room Interface
Overview
The above image displays the Live Classroom room interface. For a detailed description of each area refer
to the following sections on the Content Frame, the Text Chat Frame and the Participant Frame.
Content Frame
The Content Frame is the main focus of a presentation. Almost all of the content, such as images, charts,
web pages and text, will appear in the Content Frame. During the presentation, the content will change
automatically for you.
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Text Chat Frame
The Text Chat Frame is the area where you can communicate via text chat with presenters and fellow
participants.
There are two methods of chat messaging:
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Public Chat – messages that can be viewed by everyone logged into the presentation.
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Private Chat – private messages designated for a particular person in the presentation.
To Switch Between Public and Private Chat
The To: pull-down menu at the bottom displays the people to whom you can send text messages. If you
select ALL, your message is viewable by all participants and presenters. If you select a specific user’s
name, only that person can see your message. Note that your presenter may limit your ability to send
certain types of messages; if this is the case, you will not see these choices in the pull-down menu.
To Send a Public Chat Message
1. In the To: pull-down menu of the Text Chat Frame, ensure that “ALL” is selected. (If you do not see
“ALL” listed, you do not have permission to send public messages.)
2.
Type your message and press the Enter key on your keyboard. Your message will appear in the
Text Chat Frame. You will see the words, “You say” preceding messages that you send. Messages
sent by other participants are preceded by their name.
To Send a Private Chat Message
1. In the To: pull-down menu of the Text Chat Frame, select the designated person’s name. (If you do
not see the name listed, you do not have permission to send a message to this person.)
OR
In the participant list, click the designated person’s name. The To: pull-down menu next to the chat
field will automatically switch to that person’s name. (You may not have the ability to click a name
with all Operating Systems and browsers.)
2.
Type your message and press the Enter key on your keyboard. Your message will appear indented
in the Text Chat Frame. You will see your name appear with the words, “You tell” preceding the
designated person’s name. Other users will not be able to see your private message.
To Pause Text Chat
Pausing chat allows you to read a particular chat message without needing to scroll back to that message
when new ones come in.
1.
Click the Pause icon
located to the right of the chat message field:
The Pause icon changes to a Play icon
2.
, indicating that chat is paused:
When you are ready to receive new messages again, click the Play icon to resume chat.
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Participant Frame
Overview
The Participant Frame lists all the presenters and participants currently in a presentation.
By default, presenters are listed at the top of the list. Participants are listed under the presenters’ names, in
alphabetical order. Next to the list of presenters and participants are additional columns:
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Yes/No Indicator: A green check mark (for Yes) or red X (for No) appears next to a user’s name
when he/she clicks the Yes or No button above the participant list. These buttons are used for
instant polling.
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? Indicator The number indicates in which order participants raised their hands. button above the
participant list. Hand Raising : A number appears next to a user’s name when he/she clicks the
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Speaking Privilege Indicator
(only appears in a Multi-Way Interactive Audio Presentation): The Speaking Privilege indicator lets
the user know if he/she has the ability to speak during a presentation. If speaking privileges are
enabled, the user will see a + sign. If speaking privileges are disabled, the user will see a – sign.
Polling With Yes/No Buttons
Yes/No Polling
is a tool your presenter can use to quickly get feedback from participants.
When the presenter poses a question and requests that you answer Yes or No, click the appropriate button.
The answer you chose will appear next to your name in the Participant Frame.
A tally of results will also appear below, in the gray status bar.
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Hand Raising
Click the Hand Raising button
to indicate that you would like to ask a question.
This brings your name to the top of the list in the participant frame and a number appears in the ? column
next to your name, indicating when you raised your hand relative to other participants.
Media Controls
The Media Controls appear just above the text chat frame, on the navigation bar, and allow you to adjust
the streaming media of a presentation. The specific controls that appear depend on the media format used
in the presentation.
Exit
The Exit link logs you out of Live Classroom. It should be used at the end of a presentation.
Return to Lobby
You can click the Lobby link to access the Live Classroom Lobby, which lists all available live and archived
presentations.
Once you are in the Lobby, you can re-enter the presentation, access another live presentation, or access
an archive. Please note: if the Lobby link does not appear, it means that you are not allowed to access it
directly from the presentation.
Closed Captioning
If closed captioning has been arranged for the presentation, participants with hearing impairments can
enable it by typing /cc in the Text Chat Frame. Typing /cc once again will disable closed captioning.
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Slide Descriptions
If slide descriptions have been added to the presentation, participants with visual impairments can enable
them by typing /sd in the Text Chat Frame. Typing /sd once again will disable slide descriptions.
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Audio and Video in the Live Classroom
Using Multi-way Audio
In this presentation method, participants are able to speak when authorized by the presenter. For more
information about using this option, see below:
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If you’d like to speak, you will need a microphone.
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If you are using an unsupported browser or OS, then you may be able to participate using the
telephone broadcast/simulcast, if available.
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Preparing Your Microphone and Computer:
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We recommend using a headset (with integrated headphones and microphone).
Headphones will generally produce better audio quality than speakers, and they will also
prevent the audio you receive from being picked up by the microphone when you speak.
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Before you attend a presentation, make sure that your audio devices are properly
connected to your computer. Speaker/headphone plugs are usually color-coded to match
the output port of most PCs. Typically, speakers/headphones will be plugged into the green
port to your sound card. If your computer does not come with color-coded ports, search for
the icon that resembles sound waves with an arrow pointing outward.
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Microphone plugs are also usually color-coded to match the microphone port of most PC’s.
Typically, microphones will be plugged into the red or pink port to your sound card. If your
computer does not come with color-coded ports, search for the icon that resembles a
microphone.
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Authorizing HorizonMedia
HorizonMedia uses a signed Java applet to play audio on your computer. If you have not fully authorized the
applet previously, you will receive a popup window similar to the one pictured above.
When asked if you wish to trust the signed applet provided by Wimba, click 'Always' or 'Grant
Always.'
NOTICE FOR MAC USERS: certain Safari users will receive a different popup window. If so, under
"When using this certificate" select 'Always Trust' and click 'OK.'
Once you have successfully authorized HorizonMedia, you should see the HorizonMedia Audio Bar appear.
Using the Live Classroom Interface
Interface features:
The upper portion of text chat area will read: “Your media format is Multi-way Audio.”
The navigation bar above the text chat area will display the Audio Bar.
You will see a Speaking Privilege (+ or -) indicator next to your name in the participant list, indicating
whether or not you have the ability to speak.
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Note: Your view of the participant list may differ slightly.
What to expect during the presentation:
You can speak if enabled by your presenter.
You can also communicate via text chat (for instance, if you don't have a microphone)
Once the presentation starts, you will automatically hear the presenter’s audio.
To Speak to Other Users:
1. Verify that you have the ability to speak by observing the status of the Speaking Privilege icon in
the participant frame.
a.
If the Speaking Privilege icon next to your name is positive (+), you have the ability to speak.
b. If the Speaking Privilege icon next to your name is negative (-), you do not have the ability to
speak.
You can click the Hand Raising button to notify your presenter that you have a question and would
like to speak. Once your presenter enables you, you will see the icon become positive and hear
three chimes.
2.
As you speak into your microphone, press and hold the Ctrl key on your keyboard
OR
Click and hold the Talk button
3.
on the Audio Bar with your mouse.
When you have finished speaking, release the Ctrl key or Talk button.
Orientation to the HorizonMedia Audio Bar:
Your Audio Bar appears above the Text Chat frame, in the Navigation Bar of the Live Classroom interface.
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The left Volume Level Meter on the Audio Bar registers the audio that you receive. Anytime someone else
speaks, you should see the colorful bars of this meter fluctuate with the volume level you receive. You can
adjust this volume by clicking the meter, and adjusting the slider to the left of the resulting window.
The right Volume Level Meter on the Audio Bar registers the audio that you send. Anytime you speak, you
should see the colorful bars of this meter fluctuate with the volume level you send. Click on the meter. When
speaking loudly, the bars should reach the top of the orange range (third indicator from the top) consistently,
and occasionally reach the top two (red) levels. You can adjust the volume you send by clicking the meter,
and adjusting the slider to the right of the resulting window. You may also adjust it using your computer’s
recording settings.
Audio Filter Options
Note: Your view of the Audio Options may differ slightly.
The Filters options in the Audio Options menu allow you to customize the quality of your audio, should you
wish to make adjustments.
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Silence Detection can be used to insure that you transmit audio only when you are speaking. This
will prevent distracting static or background noises. This feature should normally be kept on.
However, if you find that your speech is not being properly detected, you can disable this filter, which
will cause your audio to be transmitted at all times.
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Automatic Gain Control can be used to help normalize the volume of audio you transmit and keep
levels relatively steady. Low-level audio is boosted and high-level audio is reduced, in an effort to
stabilize the audio.
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Noise Reduction can be used to help reduce the level of background noise picked up by the
microphone in use.
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Microphone Boost is a system setting that will enhance your audio input if your microphone level is
too weak. This is not selected by default and should only be used in rare circumstances.
Cues for Disabled Users
Visually impaired users have the option to use aural (instead of visual) cues when interacting with the Audio
Controller.
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Volume Controls: When volume is changed using the sliders or key commands, there is a feedback
'beep’ that gets louder or softer based on the volume level of the speaker or microphone.
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Enabled/Disabled Cue: When you have been enabled or disabled to speak, you will hear a chime to
signal your new state.
Solving Technical Problems
To Recover Audio During a Presentation
First, ensure that HorizonMedia has connected by viewing the triangular 'hat' atop the NetStats Indicator on
the Audio Bar. If you do not see the hat, then you were unable to connect, and you will not have the ability to
send or receive audio. Likewise, if you should ever lose connection to the audio device, you may re-launch it
Options button >
Reconnect Audio on the navigation bar of the Live Classroom
by clicking the
interface. This should restore your audio connection to the presentation.
If this does not resolve your problem still, you will need to run the Live Classroom Wizard to diagnose the
source of the problem.
To Resolve Microphone Problems
If others cannot hear you speak in the presentation, make sure that the presenter has enabled you to
speak. The Speaking Privilege icon next to your name in the participant list should be positive.
If you have correctly connected your microphone, and you have been enabled to speak, but others still
cannot hear you, you should ensure that a) your computer’s recording controls have the proper settings, and
b) your microphone is functioning.
To Check Recording Control Settings (PC)
1.
Open your Volume Controls by going to Start -> Programs -> Accessories -> Entertainment ->
Volume Control.
2.
Click the Options menu and select Properties.
3.
Select the Recording button.
4.
From the list, make sure Microphone has a check mark next to it.
5.
Click OK.
6.
Lastly, go to the Microphone section and make sure the select box is set to a non-muted option. You
may also want to adjust the slider, if volume level is an issue.
Check Volume Control Settings (Mac OS X)
1.
Open your Sound Preferences by going to Apple Menu -> System Preferences -> Sound -> Input.
2.
Make sure that the Input Volume slider is sufficiently to the right and the correct device is selected for
sound input.
Check Microphone Function (PC)
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If your volume controls have the proper settings, you should ensure that your microphone is
functioning. First ensure that you microphone is turned on (if there is an on/off switch) and properly
plugged in. You can then record an audio clip and listen to that clip to ensure that your computer
can properly capture your audio:
1.
Open your Sound Recorder by going to Start -> Programs -> Accessories -> Entertainment -> Sound
Recorder.
2.
Click the circular Record button to start your recording.
3.
Speak into your microphone for several seconds. As you speak, you should see the audio meter
register your voice.
4.
Click the square Stop button to stop your recording.
5.
To play back your recording, click the triangular Play button. You should hear the audio clip you
have recorded. If you can’t hear the clip (or did not see the audio meter register your voice), the
issue is most likely related to your microphone.
To Check Microphone Function (MAC)
If your volume controls have the proper settings, you should ensure that your microphone is
functioning. First ensure that your microphone is turned on (if there is an on/off switch) and properly
plugged in. You can then use your Sound preferences dialog to determine whether your computer
can properly capture audio:
Open your Sound Preferences by going to Apple Menu -> System Preferences -> Sound -> Input.
When you speak into the microphone, the Input level volume meter should register your audio. If it
does not, the issue is most likely related to your microphone.
Back-Up Option
If you cannot connect to the HorizonMedia Internet Audio, or if you do not have access to the appropriate
speaking and listening devices, you may be able to receive and send audio over the telephone, using the
broadcast/simulcast option. If available, you will see a Phone icon in the navigation bar. Click the icon to
access the dial-in number and PIN to use.
Using HorizonMedia One-way Audio
In this presentation method, only the presenter has the ability to speak.
Interface features
The upper portion of text chat area will read: “Your media format is HorizonMedia One-way Audio.”
The navigation bar above the text chat area will display the QuickTime plugin, which you can use to stop or
restart the audio, as necessary.
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What to expect during the presentation
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Only presenters can speak during the presentation.
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You can communicate via text chat only.
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If you log in before the presentation has started, you will hear an automated greeting.
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Once the presentation starts, you will automatically hear the presenter’s audio.
What you will need
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You will need the QuickTime Player in order to receive the audio stream.
The Wizard you ran before the presentation should have tested for QuickTime, along with other system
requirements.
Back-Up Option
In some cases, you may listen to the audio over your telephone instead of the Internet; this is the simulcast
option. If it is available, you will see a Phone icon that you can click to reveal a dial-in number and PIN.
Troubleshooting Tips
If you lose the presenter’s audio during the middle of a presentation, the problem may be due to the quality
of your Internet connection. You can click on the Pause/Play button to refresh your connection and restart
the audio.
If a circular arrow will not stop spinning, or you receive an error message within the audio control, you may
not have configured the QuickTime Player to receive the stream through your firewall/network. To resolve
the problem, run the Wizard and follow the troubleshooting guidelines listed there.
Using RealMedia One-way Audio
In this presentation method, only the presenter has the ability to speak.
Interface features
The upper portion of text chat area will read: “Your media format is RealMedia One-way Audio.”
The navigation bar above the text chat area will display the RealMedia controls, which you can use to stop
or restart the audio, as necessary.
What to expect during the presentation
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Only presenters can speak during the presentation.
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You can communicate via text chat only.
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If you log in before the presentation has started, you will hear an automated greeting.
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Once the presentation starts, you will automatically hear the presenter’s audio.
What you will need
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You will need the RealPlayer in order to receive the audio stream.
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The Wizard you ran before the presentation should have tested for this player, along with other system
requirements.
Back-Up Option
In some cases, you may listen to the audio over your telephone instead of the Internet; this is the simulcast
option. You may send a private message to the presenter(s) to see if this option is available for you.
Troubleshooting Tips
If you lose the presenter’s audio during the middle of a presentation, the problem may be due to the quality
of your Internet connection. You can click on the Play button to refresh your connection and restart the
audio.
If you do not see the audio control and receive a pop-up message prompting you to download a file when
you log into the presentation, you do not have RealPlayer properly installed on your computer. To resolve
the problem, run the Wizard and follow the troubleshooting guidelines listed there.
Using Third-Party Conference Call Audio
In this presentation method, participants are able to speak when authorized by the presenter.
Interface features
The upper portion of Text Chat Frame will read: “Your media format is Third-Party Conference Call Audio.”
What to expect during the presentation
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All audio will be conducted via telephone.
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You should have received a dial-in number from the presenter or coordinator of the presentation.
What you will need
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You will need simultaneous access to a telephone and the Internet.
The Wizard you ran before the presentation should have tested all system requirements related to the
Internet portion of the presentation.
Troubleshooting Tips
f you do not have simultaneous access to a telephone and the Internet, you can choose to listen via
telephone only. You may also ask the presenter if an archive of the presentation will be created, so that you
can view it on your computer at a later time.
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Using Video
In this presentation method, the presenter sends a live video and audio stream to the participants. However,
participants will not have the ability to speak.
Interface features
The upper portion of text chat area will read: “Your media format is RealMedia Broadcast Video.”
The navigation bar above the text chat area will display the RealMedia controls, which you can use to stop
or restart the audio, as necessary.
The Horizon Wimba interface will contain a frame that will stream the live video.
What to expect during the presentation
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You will be able to see and hear the presenter during the presentation.
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You can communicate via text chat only.
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If you log in before the presentation has started, you will see and hear an automated greeting.
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Once the presentation starts, you will automatically see and hear the presenter.
What you will need
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You will need the RealPlayer in order to receive the audio/video stream.
The Wizard you ran before the presentation should have tested for this player, along with other system
requirements.
Troubleshooting Tips
If you lose the presenter’s audio and video during the middle of a presentation, the problem may be due to
the quality of your Internet connection. You can click on the Play button to refresh your connection and
restart the audio/video.
If you do not see the media control and receive a pop-up message prompting you to download a file when
you log into the presentation, you do not have RealPlayer properly installed on your computer. To resolve
the problem, run the Wizard and follow the troubleshooting guidelines listed there.
Back-Up Option
In some cases, you may also listen to the audio over your telephone, instead of the Internet; this is the
simulcast option. You may send a private message to the presenter(s) to see if this option is available for
you. There is no alternative for viewing the video.
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Interactive Features of the Live Classroom
Advanced Poll Questions
Presenters can use Live Classroom’s various polling tools to quiz participants or to gather feedback during a
presentation. When a presenter sends out a question, instructions for completing the question will be
provided within each question.
Simply answer the question and click the Submit button. Your response is sent to the presenter, and he/she
can choose whether to show responses during the presentation. Published poll results will appear in the
Content frame.
eBoard Overview
The Live Classroom eBoard is an electronic whiteboard that includes a set of tools that allow you to markup and emphasize content during a live presentation by drawing shapes and lines, typing text, and importing
graphics. You can also show screenshots of desktop applications through the eBoard.
The eBoard tools are not initially enabled for participants. If the presenter decides to enable the tools for you
or for all participants, you will see the eBoard toolbar on the left side of the Content frame:
Note: Not all of the tools shown above will be available, if you are a Participant in a conference.
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eBoard Tools
The eBoard Tools allow you to draw shapes and lines, type text, and import graphics. When you use the
eBoard Tools, the results are visible to the instructor and the other participants.
Pointer Tool
The Pointer tool places an arrow pointer on the eBoard. Click the pointer tool, and then click anywhere on
the eBoard. The point of the arrow will appear at the current location of your cursor.
If you want to change the direction of the arrow, click the pointer tool again. There are four different arrow
directions to choose from:
Freehand Draw Tool
The Freehand Draw tool allows you to draw on the eBoard. Click the freehand draw tool on the toolbar, and
then place the mouse on the eBoard where you would like to draw. Click and hold down your mouse button
and drag the mouse to draw.
You can select the color and line thickness for your freehand drawing using the Color Palette and Line
Thickness tools. (See descriptions for both below).
Line Tool
The Line tool creates a straight line on the eBoard. Click the Line tool on the toolbar, and place the mouse
on the eBoard where you would like one end of the line to appear. Click and hold your mouse button and
move your mouse to the desired endpoint of your line. Release the mouse button to complete the line.
You can select the color and line thickness for your line using the Color Palette and Line Thickness tools.
(See descriptions for both below).
Oval Tool
The Oval tool creates a circle or oval on the eBoard. Click the Oval tool on the toolbar, and then place the
mouse on the eBoard where you would like an oval to appear. Click and hold your mouse button and move
your mouse until the desired shape appears. Release the mouse button to complete the oval.
You can select the color and line thickness for your oval using the Color Palette and Line Thickness tools.
(See descriptions for both below).
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Text Tool
The Text tool allows you to type text on the eBoard. Click the Text tool on the toolbar, and then place the
mouse on the eBoard where you would like your text to appear. Click your mouse button. A gray box
appears indicating you may begin typing. Once you press the Enter or Return key on your keyboard, all
participants will see that text.
You can select the color and line thickness for your text using the Color Palette and Line Thickness tools.
(See descriptions for both below).
Undo Tool
The Undo tool allows you to undo the last action taken on the eBoard. Click the Undo tool on the toolbar.
The last whiteboard marking (i.e. oval, line, freehand drawing, text character, arrow pointer) will be removed.
Clicking the Undo tool repeatedly removes the next most recent marking with each click.
Any participant with the eBoard enabled can use the Undo tool to remove the most recent whiteboard
markings.
Note that the Undo tool will not undo Erase or Clear Slide actions.
Line Thickness Selector
The Line Thickness Selector allows you to choose the width of the whiteboard items you draw on the
eBoard. Click one of the three line thickness choices. A box will appear around the line thickness selected.
Next, select and then use either the Freehand Draw, Line, or Oval tool. Your markings will appear on the
eBoard with the selected line thickness.
You may select a new line thickness for each new object you draw, or continue to use the selected thickness
for subsequent markings. The line thickness selected only affects items you draw on the eBoard. Other
users with an enabled eBoard can select their own line thickness for items they draw.
Color Palette Tool
The Color Palette tool allows you to select a color for the markings you draw on the eBoard. Click the
desired color on the color palette in the eBoard toolbar. The selected color will appear in the long box below
the palette. Select and use the Freehand Draw, Line, Oval, or Text tool. Your markings will appear on the
eBoard in the selected color.
You may select a new color for each new marking you draw, or continue to use the selected color for
subsequent markings. All users with an enabled eBoard can select their own color for markings they draw.
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Erase Tool
The Erase tool removes all markings on the eBoard. Click the Erase tool on the toolbar. All markings on the
eBoard are erased. If ScreenGrab or image files appear on the eBoard, these images will not be erased.
Erasing the eBoard cannot be undone.
All users with an enabled eBoard can erase the eBoard of all markings it contains at that moment.
Clear Slide Tool
The Clear Slide tool removes all markings and all images from the eBoard, leaving it completely white. Click
the Clear Slide button on the toolbar. All markings and images (ScreenGrab or content) on the eBoard are
erased. Clearing the eBoard cannot be undone.
All users with an enabled eBoard can clear the eBoard of all markings and images.
Import Tool
The Import tool allows you to import an image or graphic onto the eBoard. Click the Import tool on the
toolbar. A pop-up window appears and allows you to browse your hard drive or any disk storage device
accessible to the user for an image to import.
ScreenGrab Tool
The ScreenGrab tool allows you to post to the eBoard a static screenshot of a computer application or part
of your desktop. Before you can use ScreenGrab, you must install the ScreenGrab Controller. Note that
even if you have been given access to the eBoard tools, you may not have access to this ScreenGrab tool.
Application Sharing
The Application Sharing feature allows you to show or share a computer application or part of your
desktop to anyone in the Room. When sharing an application, everyone will see all your keystrokes and
mouse movements in real-time as you work on that application. Your presenter always has access to
application sharing but he/she must give you access before you can show an application.
To Share an Application
1. When an Instructor enables you for Application Sharing, the AppShare Selection Window opens on
your screen:
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2.
Decide what area of your desktop you would like to share. Choose one of 3 options:
a) Window - Select this option if you would like to share only the application window.
For PC: click and drag the window icon
onto the desired application window.
For Mac: click the "Select Window" button and then click the title bar of the desired application
window.
You may choose this option because:
You’re showing/sharing on only one application or window.
Other users will have cursor control. By choosing a Window, you limit mouse and keystroke control
to only that application, instead of your entire Desktop.
Note: Even though you have selected a specific window, any other application or window that
overlaps the selected window will also be displayed during Application Sharing.
b) Screen Area - Select this option if you would like to select a region of your computer screen to
share. You will see the Screen Area tool, as pictured below. Any application within this tool will be
visible to others.
You may move this tool to a different area of your screen by clicking and dragging your mouse on
one of the hatched lines. You may also resize it by clicking on one of the black squares on the edge
of the tool and dragging it.
c) Full Desktop - Select this option if you want to share your entire desktop screen. While it is the
easiest option to choose for a presenter, it also takes the longest to display and update for
participants.
3.
Click OK.
Click the OK button after you have made your selection. Everyone will now see your application,
and a message will appear in the Text Chat Frame noting that you are sharing an application. Any
users with cursor control are also able to interact with the application.
To Allow Other Users to Work on Your Application
Only your presenter may allow another user to work on the application you are sharing. When this occurs,
do not move your mouse so the other person can work on the shared application.
When you are finished sharing, the presenter will end the sharing session for you.
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Archived Presentations
What is an Archived Presentation?
An archived presentation is a live presentation that has been recorded. The archived presentation:
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Captures and synchronizes all events that occurred in the live presentation: all audio and/or video,
public (but not private) text chat comments, eBoard annotations, content, application sharing,
advanced polling, etc.
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Plays back all of the actions exactly as they occurred during the live presentation.
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Can be instantly posted to the Live Classroom server to be accessed by participants.
Archived presentations that you can view are listed in the Live Classroom Lobby. The list of archived
presentations can be accessed from the Archives tab in the Lobby.
Viewing an Archived Presentation
Archived presentations are accessible from your Live Classroom Lobby or through a launcher link that your
presenter sends you. If you first enter the Lobby after logging in, you will notice that the archived
presentations are grouped separately from live presentations.
To View an Archived Presentation
If you are in the Lobby, click on the Archives tab and then click on the name of the archived presentation
that you would like to view. You will then be moved into the archived presentation automatically. In addition
to the Live Classroom interface, a separate Navigation Window will appear to the left of the interface.
The archived presentation should begin to play automatically after you access it. (Please note that you may
experience a few seconds of buffering before it begins to play.) The presentation slides will automatically
advance for you, and you will see everything as it happened in the live presentation.
If desired, you can use the Navigation Window to jump to specific transition points within the archive. In the
Navigation Window, transition points are broken up into primary and secondary navigation points:
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Primary navigation points include events where someone presented a slide, website, eBoard
content, or ScreenGrab images.
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Secondary navigation points include chat comments and eBoard annotations.
The following diagram shows the Navigation Window of an archived presentation with both primary and
secondary navigation points.
As you watch the archive, you can even respond to any Live Classroom poll questions that appear. Your
results will not show up in the archived presentation itself, but they will be reflected in any polling reports that
your presenter runs after you respond.
If you encounter any technical issues while viewing the archived presentation, please be sure that you have
run and passed the Live Classroom Wizard that is appropriate for the archive. (You may ask your
presenter/coordinator for more details.)
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Frequently Asked Questions
Presentation Features FAQs
How do I send a text message to all the users in the Room?
Make sure “ALL” is selected from the To: pull-down menu next to the chat field, and then type your
message. (If you do not see “ALL” listed, you do not have permission to send public messages.)
Press the Enter key on your keyboard. Your message will appear in the Text Chat Frame. You will see the
words, “You say” preceding messages that you send. Messages sent by other participants are preceded by
their name.
How do I send a private text message
to only one person in the Room?
In the To: pull-down menu of the Text Chat Frame, select the designated person’s name. (If you do not see
the name listed, you do not have permission to send a message to this person.) In most browsers, you can
also click on the user's name in the Participant Frame to the right, then type your message in the text chat
field to send a private message.
Type your message and press the Enter key on your keyboard. Your message will appear indented in the
Text Chat Frame. You will see your name appear with the words, “You tell” preceding the designated
person’s name. Other users will not be able to see your private message.
Why can't I send chat messages?
You cannot send chat messages because your presenter has disabled your chat. You will not be able to
send any chat messages until your presenter enables you.
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Can I download the presentation slides to my computer?
No. You must either ask your presenter to email you the presentation materials or you can view them once
the archived presentation, if available, has been Opened in the Lobby. Contact your presenter to find out if
the presentation was archived.
How do I access closed captioning and slide descriptions?
If your presentation is being closed-captioned, type /cc in the Text Chat Frame to activate it. Captioning will
automatically appear in the Text Chat Frame. To deactivate captioning, type /cc once more.
If your presentation is using slide descriptions, type /sd in the Text Chat Frame to activate them. Slide
descriptions will automatically appear in the Text Chat Frame when a new slide is shown. To deactivate
slide descriptions, type /sd once more.
The text chat messages are scrolling too fast.
How do I stop this?
1.
Click the Pause icon
The Pause icon turns to a
2.
located to the right of the text chat field:
Play icon
, indicating that chat is locked:
When you are ready read receive new messages again, click the Play icon to unlock chat.
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Technical Issues FAQs
“One moment please. Loading …” has appeared on my screen
for the past few minutes.
If you have not run and passed all tests in the Wizard, close the interface and run the Wizard for further
troubleshooting.
If you have already run and passed all tests in the Wizard, close the interface and try logging in again.
I do not hear audio, even though the presentation has started.
First determine your media format by scrolling to the top of the Text Chat Frame. You should see a
message that reads, Your media format is:
Multi-way Audio*
Close the interface and run the Wizard for further troubleshooting. You should have received a link to the
Wizard before the presentation. If you have already passed the Wizard:
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Ensure that HorizonMedia has connected by viewing the triangular 'hat' atop the NetStats Indicator.
If you do not see the hat, then you were unable to connect, and you will not have the ability to send
or receive audio.
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If you should ever lose connection to the audio device, you may re-launch it by clicking the Options
button > Reconnect Audio on the navigation bar of the Live Classroom interface. This will restore
your audio connection to the presentation.
*Alternately, you may have access to a simulcast for listening to the audio via telephone. If you have
access, you would see a phone icon above the Text Chat Frame. Click the phone icon and dial the number
+ pin that appears.
HorizonMedia One-way Audio*
Close the interface and run the Wizard for further troubleshooting. You should have received a link to the
Wizard before the presentation.
*Alternately, you may have access to a broadcast/simulcast of the audio via telephone. If you have access,
you would see a phone icon above the Text Chat Frame. Click the phone icon and dial the number + pin
that appears.
Third-Party Conference Call
The audio is being conducted via conference call. Please send a text message to your presenter for the
correct dial-in information.
If you do not have simultaneous access to the telephone and Internet, you may ask the presenter if an
archive of the presentation is being created, for later viewing.
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RealMedia One-way Audio*
Close the interface and run the Wizard for further troubleshooting. You should have received a link to the
Wizard before the presentation.
*Alternately, you may have access to a simulcast for listening to the audio via telephone. You can send a
private message to your presenter to verify whether or not this feature is available.
RealMedia Video*
Close the interface and run the Wizard for further troubleshooting. You should have received a link to the
Wizard before the presentation.
*Alternately, you may have access to a simulcast for listening to the audio portion via telephone. You can
send a private message to your presenter to verify whether or not this feature is available.
I lost my audio during the middle of the presentation.
Click the Lobby button (toward the right of your interface) and re-join the presentation by clicking the link for
your presentation.
Also ensure that your speakers or headphones are still plugged into your computer.
Other users cannot hear me when I speak into my microphone.
1.
Ensure that you have speaking privileges.
a. Scroll to the top of the Text Chat Frame and verify that you see the following message:
' Your media format is Multi-way Audio.'
b. Ensure that you see the speaking privilege enabled (+) icon next to your name in the
participant list.
2.
Then, ensure that HorizonMedia has connected by viewing the triangular 'hat' atop the NetStats
Indicator. If you do not see the hat, then you were unable to connect, and you will not have the
ability to send or receive audio. Likewise, if you should ever lose connection to the audio device, you
may re-launch it by clicking the Options button > Reconnect Audio on the navigation bar of the Live
Classroom interface. This should restore your audio connection to the presentation.
3.
Ensure that you are holding the Control key or clicking the
4.
Ensure that your microphone is correctly plugged into the computer.
5.
Ensure that your Hardware and Volume settings are correct:
Talk Button when speaking.
For PC:
a.
On your computer, go to Start->Programs->Accessories->Entertainment->Volume Control
b.
Click the Options menu and select Properties
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c.
Select the Recording button
d.
From the list, make sure Microphone has a check mark next to it
e.
Click OK
f.
Lastly, make sure the Select box is checked (or not muted) in the Microphone section
For Mac OS X:
a.
On your computer, go to Apple Menu->Control Panel->Sound
b.
Choose the Input Tab
c.
Choose your input device
d.
Set the Input Level
The slides on my screen are not changing.
Your browser most likely needs to be refreshed. Click the Lobby button (toward the right of your interface)
and re-join the presentation by clicking the link for your presentation. If you are connected via a dial-up
modem, you may need to wait until the slides load completely on your computer.
The archived presentation will not start.
You may not have the appropriate media plugin and/or configuration to view the archive. Depending on the
format of the archive, you will need either the Real or QuickTime Player. Close the interface and run the
Wizard for further troubleshooting. The appropriate Wizard for the archive may be different than the Wizard
for the live presentation. Please ask your Presenter if you have any questions about the appropriate Wizard
to run.
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Disclaimer
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or copied in accordance with the terms of such license. The information in this Online Help is furnished for
information purposes only, is subject to change without notice, and should not be construed as a
commitment by Horizon Wimba, Inc. Horizon Wimba, Inc. assumes no responsibility or liability for any errors
or inaccuracies that may appear in this Online Help. Except as permitted by such license, no part of this
Help publication may be reproduced, stored in a retrieval system or transmitted in any form by any means,
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Live Classroom and the Live Classroom logo are trademarks of Horizon Wimba, Inc., 520 8th Avenue, 23rd
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(c) 2006 Horizon Wimba, Inc. All Rights Reserved.
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