Hyflex Classroom Space Usage - Zoom-Capable Classrooms

Introduction

This guide walks you through using a Zoom‑enabled classroom equipped with a document camera, Crestron control panel, and a wireless microphone system. Departments/faculty will have an assigned wireless mic for classroom use.

For video walkthroughs, visit the MediaSpaces playlist:
https://mediaspace.minnstate.edu/playlist/dedicated/0_8llg8nni/

Instructions

Before Class

Arrive 10–15 minutes early to log in, sync the microphone, and check audio/video.

1. Log Into the Classroom Computer

• Sign in with your StarID and password.

2. Start the Crestron System

• On the Crestron panel: Touch to begin and start the projector.

3. Open Zoom

• Launch Google Chrome.
• Go to https://minnstate.zoom.us/
• Sign in using StarID credentials (required so you join as the meeting host).

4. Start Your Zoom Class

Under Host a Meeting, choose:

• Video On (recommended)

If you already scheduled the session, you will see it listed—select Start.

Note: Zoom may not be preinstalled.
If prompted, download/run the Zoom application and confirm Open Zoom Meeting.

Syncing the Wireless Microphone

The mic system uses Channel 1 on the base station.

1. Turn Off the Microphone

• Hold the mic power button for 10 seconds until the light becomes solid red.

2. Put the Base Station in Sync Mode

• Hold Channel 1 on the base station for 7 seconds until it turns red.

3. Sync the Microphone

• Hold the mic button again for 7 seconds.
• The mic should begin flashing red (synced but muted).

4. Unmute

• Tap the mic button once to unmute when ready to speak.

Tip: Sync may take a couple of attempts—repeat if it doesn’t connect on the first try.

Audio & Speaker Setup in Zoom

Selecting the Microphone

1. Click the Microphone Icon in Zoom.
2. Choose:
   • USB PnP Sound Device (wireless mic)
   • Document Camera Mic (if you prefer this option)

Selecting the Speakers

• Choose the USB/HDMI/Room Speakers as appropriate for the classroom.

Document Camera Tips

Showing Materials or Notes

• In Zoom Settings → Video, you may need to uncheck “Mirror my video” so text displays correctly to students.

Showing Students in the Room

• Point/adjust the document camera toward the classroom audience.

Showing the Whiteboard

• Use a blue marker, which provides better visibility for remote students compared to black or green.

Screen Sharing

• Use Share Screen in Zoom to present slides, websites, or other digital content.