Hi Chip, I downloaded team talk version 4.1 last night. When I installed it I installed the classic version. Is that the one I want? Thanks,
-----Original Message----- From: Chip Orange [mailto:[email protected]] Sent: Tuesday, January 25, 2011 8:54 PM To: [email protected] Subject: TeamTalk ok Don, below is the text of a quick message I posted to another group on how to get going with TeamTalk. there is a nice TeamTalk script you can download which makes it more friendly for window-eyes users as well. --------- Hi all, below are some notes on how to download, install, and setup TeamTalk. I hope it will encourage people to give it another thought, so we can all get together for various purposes and actually talk; not 2 or 3 on a phone call, but all of us as a group, when we're interested in a particular topic: * download TeamTalk for Windows; since they have versions for other operating systems, that's why I provided the direct download link, to avoid getting the wrong version. it's on the line below: http://bearware.compytech.net/TeamTalk_v4.0_Setup.exe * run the install, and when it comes to which of the 4 components you want to install (you can only choose one), you want the one which says "client" and "accessibility" in it's description. there are actually 4 different programs in that one setup, which could be installed. * connect your headset with a microphone, or go ahead if you know you have a built-in microphone and use it, but wear headphones when using TeamTalk. * if you have a USB headset, then understand a little of how it works, and maybe even test it out before using TeamTalk, so if there's trouble, you'll know where to look. A USB headset is actually another sound card, and it often doesn't show up as a choice except when it's plugged in. it's not your default sound card, and so nothing will use it when you plug it in. You have a lot of choices as to how to configure a USB headset, but I'd recommend going into the control panel, going into the "sound" option, and making it the default playback device, and the default recording device. This way, when you unplug it, Windows will automatically switch to something else (your built-in sound card), and the next time you plug it back in, being the "default" will cause windows to switch over to automatically using it. If you have the kind of headset with two plugs, you need to find the correct jacks on your pc for headphones and microphone input (not line input). then, when you want to use it, you just plug it in. * so, if you think things are ok with your headset, run TeamTalk. the first time it throws you into the configuration dialog automatically. you only need to enter your nickname. (I just use my full name). in here also, are checkboxes for whether you want to trigger your microphone by talking (voice activation), or by holding down a key on the keyboard (often the control key is used). this is called "push to talk". if this is what you want, check it, and tab to the next control, the "setup" button for this key combination. they suggest using the control key, so press enter on this button. TeamTalk then is waiting for you to hold and release the key combination you want to use. push and release the control key. (it makes a good choice). I use voice activation myself, and if that's what you want, you have to tab over and find it's checkbox and check it. you can easily change this on the fly. In this configuration dialog is also a different tab for the sound system settings. leaving these settings at their defaults usually works, but of note is that there's a "test" button in this dialog, and when you click it it allows you to talk, and you will hear your own voice echoed back in a few seconds. it allows you to keep working with your microphone until things sound about right. if you hear nothing, then you know there's a problem. there's now a "stop" button available, and clicking on it stops the test mode. if you click on "ok" when you're ready, you'll be in TeamTalk's main window. you can go back into the configuration at any time by pressing F4. many of the items you could set in there however are now available to you in a menu named "me". You are now in the main TeamTalk window. it has a list of channels, a place where text messages for the current channel are shown, and an editbox where you can type in a text message and press enter. the list of channels on the current server is the only control you're likely to need; you go up and down it until you find a channel you want, and press control J to join that channel. you press control L to leave the channel. (these choices are also in the context menu when you right-click the channel). as soon as you join, you can start talking, and you should hear the others talking; or, you will be asked for a password if it's a passworded channel. Don't forget if you set things up so your mike is "voice activated", they can then hear you, and anything you might say outloud! All of these channels are on a single server; there are many servers to choose from, and you can run your own. servers have different policies and rules of operation, that's why you may want to change. TeamTalk comes with some pre-defined servers in it's list; you can get to them by pressing F3. you can go up and down the list, and tab over twice to the connect button, and connect to different servers this way. when you do, you'll be put back into the main TeamTalk window, and you will automatically be joined to the "root" channel of that server. think of it as the "foyer" to the server. some of them allow you to create your own channels for your own use, and some don't; in those, you can only use the channels which are already defined; their names often indicate the kind of topic being discussed there. There are more advanced options you can look into: you can control the volume independantly for each user in a conference, so if someone is too loud or too soft you can adjust them for your hearing; you can have TeamTalk simulate their placement in a room, so they appear to sound like they're in front, or to one side, etc. you can put files in the shared file space, when you want everyone to be able to receive something easily, without having to email it to everyone there on the conference. you can send private text messages to users in the conference to pass a private message to them. I hope these notes help everyone get started on TeamTalk. Chip ________________________________ From: donald E. Bowen, Jr. [mailto:[email protected]] Sent: Tuesday, January 25, 2011 8:33 PM To: [email protected] Subject: RE: Beginner/Intermediate Window-Eyes Script Writing Class in Denver, CO Hi chip, I first saw south Pacific in '72 I think. I've read the book twice, a rarity for me, but James Michener is so deep you can read his work twice and never feel the heavy hand of redundancy. I subsequently got hook on JB while at sea helping the US Navy guard the Mediterranean Sea. So, where do I start learning Team Talk. I guess I can google it and go from there. Looking forward to GW coming to L.A. East L.A. that is, Lake Alfred, Florida. don .db ________________________________ From: Chip Orange [mailto:[email protected]] Sent: Tuesday, January 25, 2011 8:21 PM To: [email protected] Subject: RE: Beginner/Intermediate Window-Eyes Script Writing Class in Denver, CO Hi Don, so, how many times did you see South Pacific anyway!!?? Don't get me wrong, if they came to your city, I think the tuition fee would be worth it; this is definitely going to be the "next best thing" kind of class. However, my thought was to get a group together which met once a week for an indefinite amount of time, so that anyone who stuck with it could bring their projects to the group if they got stuck on something. The first thing to do, if you haven't, is to learn to use TeamTalk. I hope we get more interest (and that includes other script authors as instructors). Chip ________________________________ From: donald E. Bowen, Jr. [mailto:[email protected]] Sent: Tuesday, January 25, 2011 12:36 PM To: [email protected] Subject: RE: Beginner/Intermediate Window-Eyes Script Writing Class in Denver, CO Fins up! I mean hands up! Not only am I interested in learning, after you certify me as a capable amateur, I will volunteer time to pass along that knowledge. I certainly don't have any moral objection to GW looking to increase revenue, but where is the justification for someone like me to shell out the cost of tuition, travel, lodging and meals for something that as far as I can tell there is simply no commercial demand for. Anyway, my hand is up Chip and I promise not to wear my grass skirt and coconut bra while learning! Grin. Donald A dyed in the wool ParrotHead.. .db ________________________________ From: Gary Metzler [mailto:[email protected]] Sent: Monday, January 24, 2011 11:30 PM To: [email protected] Subject: RE: Beginner/Intermediate Window-Eyes Script Writing Class in Denver, CO Hi Chip, I'm willing to learn. Keep us posted. From: Chip Orange [mailto:[email protected]] Sent: Monday, January 24, 2011 8:52 PM To: [email protected] Subject: RE: Beginner/Intermediate Window-Eyes Script Writing Class in Denver, CO so, why don't we look at doing these ourselves, as a series of TeamTalk sessions? who is interested in helping to teach? who is interested in taking a scripting class using TeamTalk and taught by volunteer amateurs? let's see a show of hands? Chip ________________________________ From: bT [mailto:[email protected]] Sent: Monday, January 24, 2011 4:12 PM To: [email protected] Subject: Re: Beginner/Intermediate Window-Eyes Script Writing Class in Denver, CO Hi! Yes, but they want the money, for ths should be very easy to do instead of going around the country. but, look at the cost for the 3 days, over $800 and the rest explains itself. Sent: Monday, January 24, 2011 2:55 PM Subject: RE: Beginner/Intermediate Window-Eyes Script Writing Class in Denver, CO Why not just offer these online? .db ________________________________ From: [email protected] [mailto:[email protected]] Sent: Monday, January 24, 2011 2:13 PM To: [email protected] Subject: Beginner/Intermediate Window-Eyes Script Writing Class in Denver, CO Greetings, The following event has been posted to the GW Micro Upcoming Events <http://www.gwmicro.com/events> page: Name: Beginner/Intermediate Window-Eyes Script Writing Class in Denver, CO When: Wednesday, June 22, 2011 to Friday, June 24, 2011 Where: Denver, CO What: Window-Eyes Beginner Script Writing Class Who: Marc Solomon Comments: Click here to register for the Window-Eyes Beginner/Intermediate Script Writing class in Denver, Colorado! <https://www.gwmicro.com/Training/Script_Training/Registration/?cid=CO-BEGIN NER-SCRIPTING0611> GW Micro and Beyond Sight are excited to offer our Window-Eyes script writing class for intermediate and beginner users in Colorado! This class is for people who have little or no script-writing experience. You will, however, need to have a good working knowledge of Window-Eyes. It is highly recommended that you have taken the Window-Eyes training class within the past 12 months. The Beginner/Intermediate script writing class offers the ability for anyone interested in scripting to be able to come and learn how to use scripts, configure scripts, and create scripts with no prior knowledge of scripting required. A large focus is placed on the basics of scripting, and how to get started creating your own scripts, as well as how to use scripts to make applications more accessible. If you have used scripting languages from competing screen readers in the past, this is the perfect opportunity for you to get up to speed with Window-Eyes scripting! Due to the large amount of material this class covers, the training will be a 3-day class. The class will be held on June 22, 23, and 24 at Beyond Sight, which is located at: 5650 S. Windemere Street Littleton, CO 80120 For directions to the training location, please call Beyond Sight at (303) 795-6455. Space is limited, so sign up soon! The cost for this class is $895. We anticipate a very high demand for this class, so be sure to register soon by going to www.gwmicro.com/training. Make sure to select Denver, CO as the training location. If you have questions regarding the class, please call Jeremy Curry at (260) 489-3671. 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