SC-Scott+Projector+Instructions

SCOTT VIDEO PROJECTION SYSTEM 3/22/11 rb

The brand new projection system is completely installed in Scott. It will play from your laptop, a DVD or, with the right cables, from a video or still camera. There are some operation notes below. I am happy to meet anyone to review the system if you need more hands-on guidance.

1. When darkening the room, please try to use the old blinds as much as possible. We try to save the newer blinds for performance.

2. When you walk into Scott, the toggle switch to raise and lower the screen is to your right by the stage manager*s booth.

3. The cable to connect laptops is in the bottom drawer of the cabinet. The smaller attachment goes in the sound output of your computer. If you are using a Mac, you will need the appropriate adapter for your computer.

4. Sound from the DVD player or your laptop will come from the room*s speakers. Not counting your computer, there are three places in the cabinet that control sound: two sliders for the system (they are marked) and the master sliders. There is also a rotation dial on the new switch box that, ideally, should not be touched.

5. The buttons for DVD, laptop, and Aux (camera, etc.) are clearly marked. What is not clear is that the system will not allow you to change inputs until the projector is on (another clearly marked button on the left). So check that first if you can*t switch from DVD to laptop.

6. There is also an auto image button that will force the system to adapt to the resolution of your laptop. Macs usually do that automatically but PC*s sometime don’t.

7. Near that button is an image mute button that you can use when you want the screen to darken while you talk or demonstrate.

8. Use the system whenever helpful for class or rehearsal * please use it! However, do not leave the projector on for long periods of time when it is not in use. The bulb should last three or more years with normal use, but when it does need to be replaced, the Department must buy one and they cost around $400.00!

I think I made the whole thing sound complicated. It really isn*t. Again, I*m happy to give you a tour if needed.

To Use the System for Performance: The projector*s lens and focus is currently set to the screen.

There is a remote that can be used to unzoom and refocus the projector to the cyc. An image projected on the cyc fills an area a little bigger than the middle third of the cyc widthwise and runs top to bottom. The lens moves so the image size can be easily reduced, moved and the keystoning reset.

After each tech/dress rehearsal or performance the projector must be reset to focus on the screen for classes that might use it during the day.

The remote will not live in the cabinet * it is too easy to make changes to the lens that might mess with someone*s class plans. I will give it to Dan and he, Shawn and Jean can decide where it*s best to store it.

That*s all, Rodger