Classroom Equipment

Classrooms in the EE and Ross Buildings come equipped with:

  • Easy to use Crestron touch panels to control the room systems
  • Networked computers with Microsoft Windows 7
  • Wireless PowerPoint clicker in addition to the standard mouse
  • DVD player
  • Document camera
  • Wireless Lavaliere Microphone connected to room sound system
  • Doceri software for iPad screen control/annotation
  • Turning Point software for audience response (receivers available for checkout from CS)
  • Dual projectors and Monitors (screens)*
  • Adjustable Lectern*
  • Mediasite lecture capture system
  • Video conferencing
     

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Equipment Ross Building Kresge, Wyly and

Electronic Resources Buildings
Easy to use Crestron touch panel to control the room
system
Data projectors and screens
(multiple)

(varies)
Networked computer with Microsoft Vista
Wireless PowerPoint clicker in addition to the standard
mouse
USB ports located on monitor
Adjustable Lectern  
PC Image
(dual)

(single)
DVD player
VHS player  
Document camera
Transparency projector  
Wireless Lavaliere Microphone connected to room sound
system
Assisted Listening devices  
Audio recording via MP3 format  
Video conferencing
(portable)
Mediasite lecture capture system  
Turning Point Audience Response System

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Using the Classroom Equipment

Computer Login

The classroom computer on the instructor’s desk is connected to the Internet and Ross network (including private files and network folders) via an Ethernet connection. Login is required with a uniqname and password.
 

Projecting a Laptop

To project a laptop: Connect the cable in the instructor’s desk to the display port and use the Crestron touch screen control to select the laptop display. Most laptops require a keyboard command, such as Function + F8, to send the display signal through the display cable. The keyboard command will vary by laptop make and model.

 

Reservations and Support

Classroom reservations, equipment and audio/visual reservations are handled by contacting the Facilities Office.

Computing Services has dedicated Classroom Support staff who can assist with instructional and classroom technology support needs. Contact them via email (RossClassroomSupport@umich.edu) or phone (734-615-7274) for the following:
 

  • Emergency troubleshooting during class to help with technology issues that may arise
  • Assistance with learning to use classroom equipment
  • Assistance with software evaluation, selection and installation in classrooms

 

Last Updated on May 10, 2025