Counselling - Video Recording Guide

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Kevin Orr (kevin.orr@uleth.ca) or Scott Powell (scott.powell@uleth.ca)

 

Counselling Video Recording Guide

  
iMac

 

Welcome

This guide provides step-by-step instructions for setting up and managing recordings in the counselling breakout rooms in Turcotte Hall.

Equipment Overview

Each room is equipped with:

  • One Apple iMac computer

  • Keyboard and mouse

  • Built-in microphone

Recording Setup

Instructions are provided for record, exporting and submitting counselling sessions.

Azura Virtual Desktop

The guide also outlines how access the Azura Virtual Desktop

 

 

The following steps will guide you through setting up a recording session.

Microphone Setup:
Before starting a recording, confirm that the microphone and sound output are set correctly. While these settings are typically preconfigured, it’s a good practice to double-check them before you begin.
 
Turn on Microphone:
 
Wireless Mic On
  • Locate the microphone
    • It should be next to the iMac
  • Turn the microphone on by pressing 
    and holding the power button until 
    it turns on
  • Once it is on, unplug the microphone
    and place it where you want it
Connect via Bluetooth:
 
System Prefs - Bluetooth Select
  • Click System Preferences from the dock 
    • (bottom bar with all the icons)
  • Click Bluetooth
Bluetooth Mic Select
  • Click Connect next to Anker PowerConf
Sound:
 
System Prefs Sound Select
The last step is to set the input and output sound
 
  • Click System Preferences and
    select Sound
Set Output Sound:
 
Wireless Mic Output
  • Click the Output tab and select 
    Built-in
    • We will set the outgoing
      sound to come out of the
      iMac for editing purposes

 

Set Input Sound:
 
Wireless Mic Input
  • Click the Input tab and select 
    Anker PowerConf
    • We will set the incoming
      sound to the wireless
      microphone
Plug it Back in:
 
Wireless Mic Power
  • At the end of your recording, please
    make sure to plug the microhone back in
    so that it is charged for the next session

Microphone Setup:
Before starting a recording, confirm that the microphone and sound output are set correctly. While these settings are typically preconfigured, it’s a good practice to double-check them before you begin.
 
Turn on Microphone:
 
Wired Mic - Power
  • The moment you log into the computer,
    the microphone should automatically turn on
    • A blue light will appear when connected
  • If it doesnt, make sure it is plugged in
Sound:
 
System Prefs Sound Select
The last step is to set the input and output sound
 
  • Click System Preferences and
    select Sound
Set Output Sound:
 
System Prefs Output
  • Click the Output tab and select 
    Internal Speakers/Built-in
    • We will set the outgoing
      sound to come out of the
      iMac for editing purposes

 

Set Input Sound:
 
System Prefs Output USB
  • Click the Input tab and select 
    Microphone/USB
    • We will set the incoming
      sound to the microphone

 
Recording in Photo Booth:
The application to use for recording is Photo Booth. It is a simple one-click record/stop application that creates raw recordings without the ability to edit afterwards. Videos can be edited using separate applications.
 
Photo Booth Application:
 
PB App

 

  • Double-click Macintosh HD (from the desktop)
  • Select Applications > double-click Photo Booth
Starting a Recording:
 
Photo Booth Record

 

  • Select the record tab
  • When you are ready to record, press the record button
Stopping a Recording:
 
Photo Booth Recored video

 

  • To stop the recording, click the stop button
  • Your recording will be placed within Photo Booth's
    library 

 

 
Video Playback:
We recommend playing back your videos to ensure audio and visuals were set properly. Always record a very quick test recording and play it back to check that everything is set properly. 
Library
 
Photo Booth Library

 

  • Every recording is be placed 
    within Photo Booth's library
  • Recordings remain in the library, 
    even after the application is closed
    • There is no 'Save" action. 
  • Recommendation: Export videos before 
    closing Photo Booth (Next step)
!! IMPORTANT !!
 
Photo Booth x

 

  • Be careful NOT to click the x next to the video
  • Clicking the x will delete the video
  • Once deleted, there is no way to get it back
Playback
 
PB Playback
  • To playback the recording, simply click 
    the recorded video

Exporting Video in Photo Booth:
We are now going to export the video from Photo Booth so it can be saved to a USB drive, uploaded to OneDrive, or shared elsewhere.
Export:
 
Photo Booth Export

 

  • Select the video you want to export
    ((DO NOT click the X))
  • Click File > Export
Save:
 
Photo Booth Export Save
  • Select Desktop (on the left)
  • Give the recording a name
  • Click Save when you are done

Saving your Recording to USB:
Now that your video has been exported, we are going to copy the file to a USB stick. 
Insert USB Stick:
 
USB on Mac
  • Insert your USB (slots are found 
    on the back of the iMac)
  • (Note): The USB stick will display 
    on the desktop
Copy Video
 
Recording to USB
  • Open the USB (double-click)
  • Drag the recording to the USB
    • You should see a green + 
      when copying the file

 

 

The following steps outline how to access Azura Virtual Desktop.

Saving your Recording to USB:
Now that your video has been exported, we are going to copy the file to a USB stick. 
Azura Desktop Link:
 
Azura Virtual Desktop Link
  • Go to Dhillon Tech Site HERE
     
  • Click the AVD link
Login
 
Counselling login
  • Login using the counselling account 
    you have access to
DSB General Use
 
DSB General Use
  • Click DSB General Use
Counselling login 2
  • Login in using the same 
    counselling login as before

     

DSB General Use Access
  • Done!
Sign Out
 
DSB Sign Out
  • To sign out, click the initials
    IC (top right) and select Sign Out