The LifeSize Passport is a point-to-point communications device that uses standard internet infrastructure to transport the audio and video to the other end.

Dialing is done by “calling” the destination unit’s IP address.  Just as every phone has a phone number, every device connected to the network has an IP address.  The person you are calling will give you their IP address and you will “dial” that number.  This is an example of a typical IP address – 137.113.161.15.

LifeSize is a manufacturer of video conferencing systems. Leyburn Library has a LifeSize Passport video conferencing system available for use. This system will enable users to video conference with individuals around the world who have compatible standards based conferencing equipment. The Passport is a small palm-sized device that includes a camera and microphone.

The LifeSize Passport video conferencing system is compatible with any other system that uses current video conferencing standards via the internet. The brand of conferencing system on the other end is not important as long as it uses the commonly accepted IP based communications standards. These standards are known as H.264, H.263 & H.261.

The LifeSize Passport can be used in any location (on or off campus) where a display with HDMI is available. (A high speed network connection is also required.) Rooms with an HDMI connection include:

Leyburn M40, M41 and M42; the Writing Center and Leyburn 102

Early Fielding 109 and 114

Newcomb 120, 304 and 310

Please contact the Information Desk for possible solutions if you need to video conference on campus in a location that does not have an HDMI display.

The LifeSize Passport available in Leyburn Library will do high definition video up to 720p. The unit will automatically adjust to lower quality video based on network traffic and the capabilities of the video conferencing unit on the other end.

The LifeSize Passport system requires a high definition TV, monitor or projector to operate. The display device must have an HDMI input connection. Currently, HDMI-capable displays are limited in number on campus. The system also requires power and a wired network connection.

No. This video conferencing unit is designed for simple point-to-point exchange of what the camera sees and the microphone hears. Even though some video conferencing systems allow for the incorporation of presentations from a computer, the Passport does not.

The IP address of this device will vary based on the location where it is being used. If you need to know the IP address before the time of your conference, the unit will need to be connected to the network in your location prior to the time of your event. An IP address will be automatically assigned and displayed on the screen. You will then need to leave the device hooked to the network to retain that address.

Not at this time.

Display devices with HDMI inputs are limited on campus at this time. ITS will be deploying more of these high definition flat panel monitors and projectors over time. As of October, 2010, locations with HDMI include Leyburn M40, M41, M42, 102 and the SmartZone on Main Level. HDMI inputs are also available in the Newcomb Hall classrooms. Devices such as the LifeSize Passport video conferencing system require an HDMI capable display device to operate.

Please contact the Information Desk in the library at extension 4357.

To enable voice calling while the device is locked

1. Select Options from the main applications menu
2. Select Security Options
3. Select General Settings
4. Set Allow Outgoing Calls While Locked to Yes

Mac Instructions:

1. Plug the FLIP into the USB port on the Mac;
2. Once the camera has appeared in Finder, locate the folder named DCIM;
3. Under DCIM is the Video folder;
4. Copy the folder or video files that you want onto your H:\ Drive;
5. Start up iMovie;
6. Go to File: Import Movies and choose the folder or movies you want to import;
7. Right click on the file and select "Play Full Screen".

PC Instructions:

1. Plug the FLIP into the USB port on the PC;
2. Open Windows Explorer;
3. Click on the Flip Video drive;
4. Open the DCIM folder;
5. Copy the desired folder or videos to your H:\ drive.

There is a problem running the latest version of FlipShare (the software that manages all your Flip videos) on older PCs. Basically, the software detects the processor on your computer and if your processor is not up to its standard, it will shut down, giving you an error message. 

The solution is to download and install the older version of Flipshare. First uninstall Flipshare (Control Panel>Add/Remove Programs), then download and install "Flip Video For PC" v3.7 from here:

http://www.theflip.com/app/prius/37/update/"

Applies To: Faculty, Staff, Students

Applies To: Faculty, Staff, Students

The person you are talking to will also need to use some form of echo cancellation eitehr by using a headphone/mic or by closely controlling their speaker and microphone volumes.

With PowerPoint 2010, when you have the QuickTime player installed on your computer, you can insert an Apple QuickTime movie (.mov, .mp4) file.

The PowerPoint 2010 64-bit version is not compatible with 32-bit versions of QuickTime or Flash. You must install a 64-bit version of QuickTime or Flash, or a 32-bit version of PowerPoint 2010.

To embed or link to a QuickTime video from your PowerPoint presentation, see Embed a video in your presentation.

A Conference Calls allow up to eight parties in a conversation.

To set up a conference call:

1. Get the first party on the line

2. Press the FLASH button (The FLASH button just puts the first party on a soft hold.On the Soundstation2 conference phone, use the button with the 3 people icon on it)

3. Dial next extension number or key in 9 and dial an outside number

4. Inform the called party that this is a conference call

5. Press the CONF button or Key in FLASH * 4 to connect all parties.

6. If you have more participants, repeat steps 2,3 and 5 until you have reached all parties.

To Reconnect to the conference if a called party refuses the conference, is busy, or does not answer:
Press CONNECT (Phone) button
To Drop Last Party You Added to the Conference
Press FLASH
Press * * 4