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got sound but no visual? read on…

March 20, 2007 – 4:14 pm

Kauke Combos

When Kauke Hall was renovated one of the exciting changes we all looked forward to was the installation of DVD/VCR combo players that would play DVDs and VCRs from around the world.  However, it quickly became apparent that the units were NOT “region free, multi-standard.”  In fact, they even had some trouble with tracking older […]

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November 13, 2006 – 12:20 pm

Stopping the Cable during VHS play

A common problem that occurs when showing a VHS tape: As soon as you stop the tape, a cable channel comes on and may distract the class. The reason this happens is because the VCR is also the cable tuner. Here is how to fix it: Turn on the cable TV […]

By Blaise | Comments (0)
November 9, 2006 – 3:25 pm

The 038 fix….

Good News Indeed: The final work was done to complete 038. Anyone can now use both projectors to display a varitey of sources. For Example; you can show the computer on one screen while a DVD or VHS plays on the other. The only addition to the controls in the rooms is another small Pixie, […]

By Blaise | Comments (0)
November 7, 2006 – 3:39 pm

no sound in new kauke rooms?

if you find yourself staring at a beautiful projected picture in kauke but can’t hear a thing, try this:
*look at the amp, if there is no blue light in the center of the amp this means it has been turned off
*turn the amp on and adjust the two knobs so the white lines, or blobs […]

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November 2, 2006 – 10:28 pm

Google video in the classroom

As Google videos increase in popularity many of you might wish to use them in your classes. At this time it appears that there is an issue with our network and Google videos. The videos are choppy and take a very long time to download. As a result we are recommending that people download the […]

By Jon Breitenbucher | Comments (0)