Re: [info-tech] Spam RE: [info-tech] printer ?
Is the black box unit a toner or ink printer? Might make a difference in over all cost down the road? ... but I have not researched this area so don't know. Bud Carruthers 319-753-6561 x1157 bcarruth...@iec-ia.org Iowa Educators Consortium Iowa AV Computer Co-op 3601 West Avenue Road Burlington, Iowa 52601 Mary Allaman,Secretary x1287 On 11/9/10 3:25 PM, Richardson,Tony wrote: Here's one from CDWG that will work with any thing: Black Box Pure Networking Wireless USB - print server - 3 ports Mfg. Part: LEP0006A | CDW Part: 2073086 | UNSPSC: 43201537 Print server - USB / parallel - Ethernet, Fast Ethernet, 802.11b, 802.11g - 10Base-T, 100Base-TX - 3 ports Main Features $89.77 Advertised Price -Original Message- From: info-tech-ow...@aea8.k12.ia.us [mailto:info-tech-ow...@aea8.k12.ia.us] On Behalf Of Jackie Fonley Sent: Tuesday, November 09, 2010 3:14 PM To: Info Tech Subject: [info-tech] printer ? I will expose my naïvety in regard to printers . . . if I am weeding out HP 4000 and 4100 printers -- can they be converted to be wireless? We are replacing our printers, but I would like to be able to put some on carts with laptops. ? --- [This E-mail scanned for viruses by Declude Virus on the server aea8.k12.ia.us] - Archived messages from this list can be found at: http://www.mail-archive.com/info-tech@aea8.k12.ia.us/ - --- [This E-mail scanned for viruses by Declude Virus on the server aea8.k12.ia.us] - Archived messages from this list can be found at: http://www.mail-archive.com/info-tech@aea8.k12.ia.us/ -
Re: [info-tech] mobile cart
I have asked HP for a quote on the system that Tony uses below and will let you know what I find out asap. Of course, the AV Co-op catalog has several versions of the Bretford and Intellerum brand laptop carts. We also have Proxim/ Orinoco wireless access points available from Amer.com Bud Carruthers 319-753-6561 x1157 bcarruth...@iec-ia.org Iowa Educators Consortium Iowa AV Computer Co-op 3601 West Avenue Road Burlington, Iowa 52601 Mary Allaman,Secretary x1287 On 10/27/10 12:31 PM, Richardson,Tony wrote: How much are you looking to spend? We purchase the HP heavy duty mobile computing station(cart) with 24 HP 4520s Intel i3 laptops for 19k. We add the HP MSM310 wireless Access Points. The cart will handle up to 30 laptops. If this is in your price range check with Alexander Open Systems. These are quality notebooks and cart with an excellent charging system. *From:* info-tech-ow...@aea8.k12.ia.us [mailto:info-tech-ow...@aea8.k12.ia.us] *On Behalf Of *Beth Litterer *Sent:* Wednesday, October 27, 2010 11:56 AM *To:* info-tech@aea8.k12.ia.us *Subject:* [info-tech] mobile cart Does anyone out there have a mobile laptop cart that they really like? I have to order 5 of them, and can't find one that doesn't have a cord management nightmare. Thanks! Beth ~~ Beth Litterer Technology Coordinator East Sac County Schools Lake View, Iowa 712-664-5000 Sac City, Iowa 712-662-7030
[info-tech] Iowa AV Co-op Price Drop for Epson 83+ Projector Through November 30, 2010
PowerLite 83+ Multimedia Projector http://www.epson.com/cgi-bin/Store/jsp/Product.do?sku=V11H303020BV_UseBVCookie=yes New Lower Price from Midwest Computer Product is $498.32. New co-op catalog# is 43071. Special pricing runs now through November 30, 2010. After that date the price will return to $517.21 Make your Purchase order out to the vendor and then fax it to 319-752-7525. -- Bud Carruthers 319-753-6561 x1157 bcarruth...@iec-ia.org Iowa Educators Consortium Iowa AV Computer Co-op 3601 West Avenue Road Burlington, Iowa 52601 Mary Allaman,Secretary x1287
Re: [info-tech] Florida Micro
He could have a state contract but he doesn't have a contract with the IEC. Bud Carruthers 319-753-6561 x1157 bcarruth...@iec-ia.org Iowa Educators Consortium Iowa AV Computer Co-op 3601 West Avenue Road Burlington, Iowa 52601 Mary Allaman,Secretary x1287 On 10/12/10 12:54 PM, Keith Stoeber wrote: Contact Bud. He would know. His number is (319) 753-6561 Ext. 1157. He is at ITEC, so email may be best. Keith Stoeber Network Administrator Cross Country Coach / Assistant Track Coach Sioux Central CSD 4440 US Highway 71 Sioux Rapids, IA 50585 (P) 712-283-2571 x 5900 (F) 712-283-2285 Let us think of education as the means of developing our greatest abilities, because in each of us there is a private hope and dream which, fulfilled, can be translated into benefit for everyone and greater strength for our nation. - John F. Kennedy Most people run a race to see who is fastest. I run a race to see who has the most guts. ~Steve Prefontaine *From*: Richardson,Tony trichard...@humboldt.k12.ia.us *Sent*: Tuesday, October 12, 2010 12:29 PM *To*: info-tech@aea8.k12.ia.us *Subject*: [info-tech] Florida Micro Does anybody know if Florida Micro provides Iowa consortium pricing. Their sales rep keeps calling me and making threats that I have to buy from him because he is part of a state contract. Little does he know that by doing this he ensures that I will not buy from him.
Re: [info-tech] BIG TVs
AV Co-op Catalog has 50, 55, 60 and 65 TV's listed. http://www.iec-ia.org/pages/uploaded_files/Video8.11.10.pdf 50 units start listing on page 6 in the pdf above. Bud Carruthers 319-753-6561 x1157 bcarruth...@iec-ia.org Iowa Educators Consortium Iowa AV Computer Co-op 3601 West Avenue Road Burlington, Iowa 52601 Mary Allaman,Secretary x1287 On 8/24/10 2:15 PM, Karl Hehr wrote: Lunch room wants a big TV for announcements, videos, pictures and to show games on. Where do you guys get your big TVs? Karl H. Hehr Technology/Curriculum Director South Hamilton CSD www.s-hamilton.k12.ia.us 515.827.5418 (W) 515.209.9767 (C) 515.827.5368 (F) Luddite by Degrees 1) Anything that is in the world when you're born is normal and ordinary and is just a natural part of the way the world works. 2) Anything that's invented between when you're 15 and 35 is new and exciting and revolutionary and you can probably get a career in it. 3) Anything invented after you're 35 is again the natural order of things --- Douglas Adams --- [This E-mail scanned for viruses by Declude Virus on the server aea8.k12.ia.us] - Archived messages from this list can be found at: http://www.mail-archive.com/info-tech@aea8.k12.ia.us/ -
[info-tech] Livescribe Pulse Smartpen
The Livescribe pen is listed in our AV Co-op Catalog under Hand Held Learning Devices: Intelligent Pen. Catalog item# 20530, current vendor for this contract is with Livescribe but they have a new Iowa dealer, Haddock Education Technologies. Co-op price is $1641.71 for an Education 10 pack of the 4GB units. The education package gives you 10 of everything included... see the catalog description for that listing. I know that these can be found at Target and probably other business like them, but they do not offer the Education package ... as far as I know. I think that I have recently seen an advertisement touting a discount for single 4GB units at Target but I don't think the package includes all the parts that the education package does. I would also like feedback on this product as well as the vendor you are purchasing it from. Thanks Bud Carruthers 319-753-6561 x1157 bcarruth...@iec-ia.org Iowa Educators Consortium Iowa AV Computer Co-op 3601 West Avenue Road Burlington, Iowa 52601 Mary Allaman,Secretary x1287 On 8/18/10 2:38 PM, Richardson,Tony wrote: Has anyone had any good or bad experiences with the Live scribe Pulse Smart pens? Our Special Ed people would like to buy a bunch of them. Just wondered if there were any gotchas on them.
Re: [info-tech] AV Coop
No, AV Co-op Catalog is online. What did you need? http://av.co-op.k12.ia.us/ Bud On Jun 28, 2010, at 1:35 PM, Lance Lennon wrote: Is the site Down? -- UNIX is basically a simple operating system, but you have to be a genius to understand the simplicity. ~ Dennis Ritchie -- Lance L. Lennon District Technology Director Eagle Grove Community School District 515-448-4749 --- [This E-mail scanned for viruses by Declude Virus on the server aea8.k12.ia.us] - Archived messages from this list can be found at: http://www.mail-archive.com/info-tech@aea8.k12.ia.us/ - Bud Carruthers, Coordinator x1157 bcarruth...@iec-ia.org Mary Allaman, Secretary x1287 3601 West Avenue Road Burlington, Iowa 52601 319-753-6561 319-752-7525 fax Iowa Educators Consortium www.iec-ia.org AVComputer Co-op http://av.co-op.k12.ia.us --- [This E-mail scanned for viruses by Declude Virus on the server aea8.k12.ia.us] - Archived messages from this list can be found at: http://www.mail-archive.com/info-tech@aea8.k12.ia.us/ -
Re: [info-tech] USB
http://www.everythingusb.com/forums/showthread.php?threadid=804 5m but you can use USB extenders to get more length. Bud On Jun 7, 2010, at 2:46 PM, Lance Lennon wrote: If I have a device powered off of USB, how long can I run that cable? Looking into SMART Boards and distance that I can have the computer away from the board. (Hoping the answer is somewhere near 50 feet) thanks and HAPPY SUMMER! -- A: Yes. Q: Are you sure? A: Because it reverses the logical flow of conversation. Q: Why is top posting frowned upon? -- Lance L. Lennon District Technology Director Eagle Grove Community School District 515-448-4749 --- [This E-mail scanned for viruses by Declude Virus on the server aea8.k12.ia.us] - Archived messages from this list can be found at: http://www.mail-archive.com/info-tech@aea8.k12.ia.us/ - Bud Carruthers, Coordinator x1157 bcarruth...@iec-ia.org Mary Allaman, Secretary x1287 3601 West Avenue Road Burlington, Iowa 52601 319-753-6561 319-752-7525 fax Iowa Educators Consortium www.iec-ia.org AVComputer Co-op http://av.co-op.k12.ia.us --- [This E-mail scanned for viruses by Declude Virus on the server aea8.k12.ia.us] - Archived messages from this list can be found at: http://www.mail-archive.com/info-tech@aea8.k12.ia.us/ -
Re: [info-tech] RapidRun?
1. The AV Co-op Catalog carries all Rapid Run cables and use an Iowa Vendor ... Van Meter out of Cedar Rapids. 2. What classroom speakers do you all use if you don't use the projector speakers? I have been looking for some quality speakers to list in the catalog but haven't been overly happy with what has been bid. Bud Carruthers Iowa AV Co-op On Jun 3, 2010, at 9:46 AM, Karl Hehr wrote: All rapid Run and I would HIGHLY recommend it. I ran all our cabling for our smart classrooms, and it made my life a TON easier. Karl H. Hehr Technology/Curriculum Director South Hamilton CSD www.s-hamilton.k12.ia.us 515.827.5418 (W) 515.209.9767 (C) 515.827.5368 (F) Luddite by Degrees 1) Anything that is in the world when you're born is normal and ordinary and is just a natural part of the way the world works. 2) Anything that's invented between when you're 15 and 35 is new and exciting and revolutionary and you can probably get a career in it. 3) Anything invented after you're 35 is again the natural order of things --- Douglas Adams On Jun 3, 2010, at 9:41 AM, Chad Frerichs wrote: Thank you all for the projector insight! Next question. You know me, full of questions. How many of you use RapidRun cabling to run cable to your projectors? Good, bad, indifferent? Thanks, Chad Frerichs Director of Technology Spirit Lake Community School District Bud Carruthers, Coordinator x1157 bcarruth...@iec-ia.org Mary Allaman, Secretary x1287 3601 West Avenue Road Burlington, Iowa 52601 319-753-6561 319-752-7525 fax Iowa Educators Consortium www.iec-ia.org AVComputer Co-op http://av.co-op.k12.ia.us
Re: [info-tech] Mobi Dealer
Sandy Wolfe is the AV Co-op rep for eInstruction.She covers all of Iowa and is very helpful. They offer the Mobi in the Spring AV Co-op Catalog for $349.17. FYI The Mobi is also advertised as the Interwrite Pad 400USB... our catalog # 27930. Sandy Wolfe 402-750-0288 Fax 402-379-1777 sandy.wo...@einstruction.com Bud On May 26, 2010, at 9:59 AM, Lance Lennon wrote: Greetings all, who is the Mobi rep for our area. It used to be (for me anyway) Brad Fordyce from Office Elements. Now I have no clue who it is. -- USA Today has come out with a new survey: Apparently three out of four people make up 75 percent of the population. ~David Letterman -- Lance L. Lennon District Technology Director Eagle Grove Community School District 515-448-4749 --- [This E-mail scanned for viruses by Declude Virus on the server aea8.k12.ia.us] - Archived messages from this list can be found at: http://www.mail-archive.com/info-tech@aea8.k12.ia.us/ - Bud Carruthers, Coordinator x1157 bcarruth...@iec-ia.org Mary Allaman, Secretary x1287 3601 West Avenue Road Burlington, Iowa 52601 319-753-6561 319-752-7525 fax Iowa Educators Consortium www.iec-ia.org AVComputer Co-op http://av.co-op.k12.ia.us --- [This E-mail scanned for viruses by Declude Virus on the server aea8.k12.ia.us] - Archived messages from this list can be found at: http://www.mail-archive.com/info-tech@aea8.k12.ia.us/ -
Re: [info-tech] OCR Scanner
Let me know what make and model you want and I will get bid pricing for you. Bud Carruthers On Apr 5, 2010, at 12:52 PM, Karl Hehr wrote: I need recommendations for a good scanner that will do OCR and work with 10.5/10.6 anyone have some suggestions? Karl H. Hehr Technology/Curriculum Director South Hamilton CSD www.s-hamilton.k12.ia.us 515.827.5418 (W) 515.209.9767 (C) 515.827.5368 (F) Luddite by Degrees 1) Anything that is in the world when you're born is normal and ordinary and is just a natural part of the way the world works. 2) Anything that's invented between when you're 15 and 35 is new and exciting and revolutionary and you can probably get a career in it. 3) Anything invented after you're 35 is again the natural order of things --- Douglas Adams --- [This E-mail scanned for viruses by Declude Virus on the server aea8.k12.ia.us] - Archived messages from this list can be found at: http://www.mail-archive.com/info-tech@aea8.k12.ia.us/ - Bud Carruthers, Coordinator x1157 3601 West Avenue Road Burlington, Iowa 52601 bcarruth...@iec-ia.org Iowa Educators Consortium www.iec-ia.org 319-753-6561 319-752-7525 fax Mary Allaman, Secretary x1287 AVComputer Co-op http://av.co-op.k12.ia.us --- [This E-mail scanned for viruses by Declude Virus on the server aea8.k12.ia.us] - Archived messages from this list can be found at: http://www.mail-archive.com/info-tech@aea8.k12.ia.us/ -
[info-tech] Epson 450Wi with BrightLink Showing
http://www.epson.com/cgi-bin/Store/consumer/consDetail.jsp?BV_UseBVCookie=yesoid=63087766 Epson 450WI 1. If you are in the area, I am having the Epson Rep show the Epson 450Wi to a small group on Monday, April 12th at the Iowa School Librarian Conference. The conference is being held at the Holiday Inn Airport, 6111 Fleur Drive, Des Moines, IA. I have asked Tim Laing to set up around 11:00a.m. - 12:30p.m or so. If you would like to stop in and see that, please let me know that you might attend. ALSO 2. If anyone is interested in seeing the Epson 450Wi multimedia projector I have arranged for Epson to show it in Iowa City, Tuesday, April 13th. The time will be from 9:00 a.m. until noon. The room here will accommodate 20-25 people at a time. If you are interested please let me know that you might attend. We will view it at Regina H.S. Regina Education Center 2150 Rochester Ave. Iowa City, IA 52245 Bud Carruthers, Coordinator x1157 3601 West Avenue Road Burlington, Iowa 52601 bcarruth...@iec-ia.org Iowa Educators Consortium www.iec-ia.org 319-753-6561 319-752-7525 fax Mary Allaman, Secretary x1287 AVComputer Co-op http://av.co-op.k12.ia.us
Re: [info-tech] Epson 450Wi with BrightLink Showing
If you send me your names (those who would like to see the Epson 450Wi) I can, at least send those names in to Epson and they can contact you ... or set up a showing in your area so that you might be able to attend. )No promises of what will happen, but I can try to get it so you can see it) If you could sign your email along with your school name and city that might be helpful to the Epson Rep. Bud On Mar 29, 2010, at 1:44 PM, Fred Johnson wrote: Is there any chance to schedule a viewing a bit closer??? Bud Carruthers wrote: http://www.epson.com/cgi-bin/Store/consumer/consDetail.jsp?BV_UseBVCookie=yesoid=63087766 http://www.epson.com/cgi-bin/Store/consumer/consDetail.jsp?BV_UseBVCookie=yesoid=63087766 Epson 450WI 1. If you are in the area, I am having the Epson Rep show the Epson 450Wi to a small group on Monday, April 12th at the Iowa School Librarian Conference. The conference is being held at the Holiday Inn Airport, 6111 Fleur Drive, Des Moines, IA. I have asked Tim Laing to set up around 11:00a.m. - 12:30p.m or so. If you would like to stop in and see that, please let me know that you might attend. ALSO 2. If anyone is interested in seeing the Epson 450Wi multimedia projector I have arranged for Epson to show it in Iowa City, Tuesday, April 13th. The time will be from 9:00 a.m. until noon. The room here will accommodate 20-25 people at a time. If you are interested please let me know that you might attend. We will view it at Regina H.S. Regina Education Center 2150 Rochester Ave. Iowa City, IA 52245 Bud Carruthers, Coordinator x1157 3601 West Avenue Road Burlington, Iowa 52601 bcarruth...@iec-ia.org mailto:bcarruth...@iec-ia.org Iowa Educators Consortium www.iec-ia.org http://www.iec-ia.org 319-753-6561 319-752-7525 fax Mary Allaman, Secretary x1287 AVComputer Co-op http://av.co-op.k12.ia.us -- Respectfully, Fred Johnson, Technology Coordinator Gilmore City - Bradgate CSD 402 SE E Avenue, Gilmore City, IA 50541, Phone: 515-373-6124, FAX: 515-373-6092 Twin Rivers CSD 200 College Ave., Bode, IA 50519, Phone: 5151-379-1526, FAX: 515-379-1645 Home of the Thunder --- [This E-mail scanned for viruses by Declude Virus on the server aea8.k12.ia.us] - Archived messages from this list can be found at: http://www.mail-archive.com/info-tech@aea8.k12.ia.us/ - Bud Carruthers, Coordinator x1157 3601 West Avenue Road Burlington, Iowa 52601 bcarruth...@iec-ia.org Iowa Educators Consortium www.iec-ia.org 319-753-6561 319-752-7525 fax Mary Allaman, Secretary x1287 AVComputer Co-op http://av.co-op.k12.ia.us --- [This E-mail scanned for viruses by Declude Virus on the server aea8.k12.ia.us] - Archived messages from this list can be found at: http://www.mail-archive.com/info-tech@aea8.k12.ia.us/ -
Re: [info-tech] Epson 450Wi with BrightLink Showing
I think I just saw when that was but didn't have any interest in it at that time. When are the next couple of meetings and location? Bud On Mar 29, 2010, at 2:06 PM, Frerichs, Chad wrote: I agree, closer would be good. Info-tech meeting maybe? Chad Frerichs Director of Technology Okoboji Community Schools Milford, IA 51351 From: Fred Johnson [mailto:fjohn...@trv.k12.ia.us] Sent: Mon 3/29/2010 1:44 PM To: info-tech@aea8.k12.ia.us Subject: Re: [info-tech] Epson 450Wi with BrightLink Showing Is there any chance to schedule a viewing a bit closer??? Bud Carruthers wrote: http://www.epson.com/cgi-bin/Store/consumer/consDetail.jsp?BV_UseBVCookie=yesoid=63087766 http://www.epson.com/cgi-bin/Store/consumer/consDetail.jsp?BV_UseBVCookie=yesoid=63087766 Epson 450WI 1. If you are in the area, I am having the Epson Rep show the Epson 450Wi to a small group on Monday, April 12th at the Iowa School Librarian Conference. The conference is being held at the Holiday Inn Airport, 6111 Fleur Drive, Des Moines, IA. I have asked Tim Laing to set up around 11:00a.m. - 12:30p.m or so. If you would like to stop in and see that, please let me know that you might attend. ALSO 2. If anyone is interested in seeing the Epson 450Wi multimedia projector I have arranged for Epson to show it in Iowa City, Tuesday, April 13th. The time will be from 9:00 a.m. until noon. The room here will accommodate 20-25 people at a time. If you are interested please let me know that you might attend. We will view it at Regina H.S. Regina Education Center 2150 Rochester Ave. Iowa City, IA 52245 Bud Carruthers, Coordinator x1157 3601 West Avenue Road Burlington, Iowa 52601 bcarruth...@iec-ia.org mailto:bcarruth...@iec-ia.org Iowa Educators Consortium www.iec-ia.org http://www.iec-ia.org http://www.iec-ia.org/ 319-753-6561 319-752-7525 fax Mary Allaman, Secretary x1287 AVComputer Co-op http://av.co-op.k12.ia.us http://av.co-op.k12.ia.us/ -- Respectfully, Fred Johnson, Technology Coordinator Gilmore City - Bradgate CSD 402 SE E Avenue, Gilmore City, IA 50541, Phone: 515-373-6124, FAX: 515-373-6092 Twin Rivers CSD 200 College Ave., Bode, IA 50519, Phone: 5151-379-1526, FAX: 515-379-1645 Home of the Thunder --- [This E-mail scanned for viruses by Declude Virus on the server aea8.k12.ia.us] - Archived messages from this list can be found at: http://www.mail-archive.com/info-tech@aea8.k12.ia.us/ - winmail.dat Bud Carruthers, Coordinator x1157 3601 West Avenue Road Burlington, Iowa 52601 bcarruth...@iec-ia.org Iowa Educators Consortium www.iec-ia.org 319-753-6561 319-752-7525 fax Mary Allaman, Secretary x1287 AVComputer Co-op http://av.co-op.k12.ia.us --- [This E-mail scanned for viruses by Declude Virus on the server aea8.k12.ia.us] - Archived messages from this list can be found at: http://www.mail-archive.com/info-tech@aea8.k12.ia.us/ -
Re: [info-tech] eInstruction
The Interwrite Mobi tablet with KWIK screen will be listed in the Spring 2010 AV Co-op catalog due to be online the week of April 5th. http://www.einstruction.com/products/interactive_teaching/mobi/index.html Contact me if you need to order before the catalog goes online. The eInstruction Classroom Performance audience response systems will also be available in the Spring 2010 Catalog. AV Co-op Catalog price is $397.58 Bud On Mar 23, 2010, at 12:03 PM, Murray Gafkjen wrote: We are having a rep to demonstrate the tools with the eInstruction package. (Mobi writing tablet system) This will be at 3:30 in Everly. Let me know if you want to stop by and see it. Murray Gafkjen Clay Central Everly Bud Carruthers, Coordinator x1157 3601 West Avenue Road Burlington, Iowa 52601 bcarruth...@iec-ia.org Iowa Educators Consortium www.iec-ia.org 319-753-6561 319-752-7525 fax Mary Allaman, Secretary x1287 AVComputer Co-op http://av.co-op.k12.ia.us
Re: [info-tech] skype (or other suggestion)
Jackie, If you find something that you think really works well, please share it. I use skype to see my grandkids and also to talk to Scott F and David Herzog at MCP - occasionally. We found that you can show your desktop to the other side. I have also showed video from my flip video camera from my desktop and it works great. You can hear the videos audio and at the same time here both sides of the skype call. As long as you have a strong connection signal the call goes well. My son in Monterey, Ca has a poor signal and it breaks up all the time. The other problem is that each side has to move slowly or you get pixillation. Good luck with this adventure. What is your skype address? Bud Carruthers On Jan 19, 2010, at 3:25 PM, Jackie Fonley wrote: Greetings to another before the storm again day! The beauty, however, has made it all bearable. Here's the deal: an elementary student was diagnosed with cancer several months ago, will be starting his chemo treatments again shortly. It was suggested maybe we could use Skype and he could connect with the classroom while he is in Iowa City this time around. I know enough about Skype to know the general workings . . . but not enough to say this is the way to go or to even know what things may we need to make this a go? (no, I haven't skyped yet -- I finally joined facebook and twitter within the past few months--baby steps!) Ideas . . . suggestions . . . . equipment needed . . . . anything to get me going in the right direction with this? Teacher has a MacBook Pro with 10.40.11 Appreciate the help! Jackie --- [This E-mail scanned for viruses by Declude Virus on the server aea8.k12.ia.us] - Archived messages from this list can be found at: http://www.mail-archive.com/info-tech@aea8.k12.ia.us/ - Bud Carruthers, Coordinator x1157 Mary Allaman, Secretary x1287 AVComputer Co-op http://av.co-op.k12.ia.us Iowa Educators Consortium www.iec-ia.org 3601 West Avenue Road Burlington, Iowa 52601 319-753-6561 319-752-7525 fax bcarruth...@iec-ia.org --- [This E-mail scanned for viruses by Declude Virus on the server aea8.k12.ia.us] - Archived messages from this list can be found at: http://www.mail-archive.com/info-tech@aea8.k12.ia.us/ -
Re: [info-tech] skype (or other suggestion)
ooVoo is supposed to do 3 or more but I have not tried that. I have an oovoo home account. Bud Carruthers On Jan 19, 2010, at 4:24 PM, Karl Hehr wrote: iChat does allow for 3, what about ooVoo? I haven't played with it in awhile but I thought it allowed 3 as well. Karl H. Hehr Technology/Curriculum Director South Hamilton CSD www.s-hamilton.k12.ia.us 515.827.5418 (W) 515.209.9767 (C) 515.827.5368 (F) Luddite by Degrees 1) Anything that is in the world when you're born is normal and ordinary and is just a natural part of the way the world works. 2) Anything that's invented between when you're 15 and 35 is new and exciting and revolutionary and you can probably get a career in it. 3) Anything invented after you're 35 is again the natural order of things --- Douglas Adams On Jan 19, 2010, at 3:58 PM, Frerichs, Chad wrote: I'm with Tim. Skype is great as long as it is just a 2 way conversation. I still wish there was a good, free tool for video conferencing of 3 or more people. Chad Frerichs Director of Technology Okoboji Community Schools -Original Message- From: Timothy A. Limbert [mailto:limbe...@newell-fonda.k12.ia.us] Sent: Tuesday, January 19, 2010 3:54 PM To: info-tech@aea8.k12.ia.us Subject: RE: [info-tech] skype (or other suggestion) I think I have to vote for Skype here. We've used it for a number of things, and I like that it's simple, familiar and cross-platform. The latest version of Skype does screen sharing. --- Timothy A. Limbert Technology Coordinator Newell-Fonda CSD 712.272.3324 --- http://newell-fondatech.blogspot.com iChat/AIM: tlimbert65 Twitter: limbert65 Skype: limbert_65 -Original Message- From: info-tech-ow...@aea8.k12.ia.us [mailto:info-tech-ow...@aea8.k12.ia.us] On Behalf Of Karl Hehr Sent: Tuesday, January 19, 2010 3:37 PM To: info-tech@aea8.k12.ia.us Subject: Re: [info-tech] skype (or other suggestion) Skype would be a definite possibility. I know that some folks have some issues with the security and Skype's desire to use all your bandwidth, but it should be great for this. Another option would be to send a MacBOok with the kid and have him use iChat. Using iChat would allow for desktop and document sharing. If you want to try Skype I know that there are a few of us that can help you test it out. Karl H. Hehr Technology/Curriculum Director South Hamilton CSD www.s-hamilton.k12.ia.us 515.827.5418 (W) 515.209.9767 (C) 515.827.5368 (F) Luddite by Degrees 1) Anything that is in the world when you're born is normal and ordinary and is just a natural part of the way the world works. 2) Anything that's invented between when you're 15 and 35 is new and exciting and revolutionary and you can probably get a career in it. 3) Anything invented after you're 35 is again the natural order of things --- Douglas Adams On Jan 19, 2010, at 3:25 PM, Jackie Fonley wrote: Greetings to another before the storm again day! The beauty, however, has made it all bearable. Here's the deal: an elementary student was diagnosed with cancer several months ago, will be starting his chemo treatments again shortly. It was suggested maybe we could use Skype and he could connect with the classroom while he is in Iowa City this time around. I know enough about Skype to know the general workings . . . but not enough to say this is the way to go or to even know what things may we need to make this a go? (no, I haven't skyped yet -- I finally joined facebook and twitter within the past few months--baby steps!) Ideas . . . suggestions . . . . equipment needed . . . . anything to get me going in the right direction with this? Teacher has a MacBook Pro with 10.40.11 Appreciate the help! Jackie --- [This E-mail scanned for viruses by Declude Virus on the server aea8.k12.ia.us] - Archived messages from this list can be found at: http://www.mail-archive.com/info-tech@aea8.k12.ia.us/ - --- [This E-mail scanned for viruses by Declude Virus on the server aea8.k12.ia.us] - Archived messages from this list can be found at: http://www.mail-archive.com/info-tech@aea8.k12.ia.us/ - --- [This E-mail scanned for viruses by Declude Virus on the server aea8.k12.ia.us] - Archived messages from this list can be found at: http://www.mail-archive.com/info-tech@aea8.k12.ia.us/ - --- [This E-mail scanned for viruses by Declude Virus on the server aea8.k12.ia.us] - Archived messages from this list can be found at: http
[info-tech] Laptop Cooler - Which ones work best for the money?
I am looking to put a laptop cooler on the Spring AV Bid. Which one/s do you think work the best? Thanks. Bud Carruthers, Coordinator x1157 Mary Allaman, Secretary x1287 AVComputer Co-op http://av.co-op.k12.ia.us Iowa Educators Consortium www.iec-ia.org 3601 West Avenue Road Burlington, Iowa 52601 319-753-6561 319-752-7525 fax bcarruth...@iec-ia.org --- [This E-mail scanned for viruses by Declude Virus on the server aea8.k12.ia.us] - Archived messages from this list can be found at: http://www.mail-archive.com/info-tech@aea8.k12.ia.us/ -
Re: [info-tech] DVD Duplicator
You don't say what camcorders they are using. If they have a Digital camcorder, Canon hakes the DW-100 http://www.usa.canon.com/consumer/controller?act=ModelInfoActfcategoryid=177modelid=16177 http://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/539272-REG/Canon_2683B002_DW_100_DVD_Burner_.html DVD Burner and Player. Plug in and Burn. BH/ IEC price is $169.99 as of 12/17/09. Includes: AC Adapter PA-V16, 1-Year Limited Warranty. Bud Carruthers On Dec 17, 2009, at 1:57 PM, Keith Stoeber wrote: I need to have an easy to use product to give to my football coaches to record DVD's. I am looking for any input on what has worked and recommendations. Thanks, Keith Keith Stoeber Network Administrator Cross Country Coach / Assistant Track Coach Sioux Central CSD 4440 US Highway 71 Sioux Rapids, IA 50585 (P) 712-283-2571 x 5900 (F) 712-283-2285 Let us think of education as the means of developing our greatest abilities, because in each of us there is a private hope and dream which, fulfilled, can be translated into benefit for everyone and greater strength for our nation. - John F. Kennedy Bud Carruthers, Coordinator x1157 Mary Allaman, Secretary x1287 AVComputer Co-op http://av.co-op.k12.ia.us Iowa Educators Consortium www.iec-ia.org 3601 West Avenue Road Burlington, Iowa 52601 319-753-6561 319-752-7525 fax bcarruth...@iec-ia.org
Re: [info-tech] Google Wave
Give them to the techs first but if you have one left over, I would take one. Thanks. Bud Carruthers On Nov 4, 2009, at 8:23 AM, Lance Lennon wrote: I have 20 google wave invites to give out, And I am not even going to charge for them. FREEBIES first 20 request win. By the way they are going to come from my wife's account (long story and if you want to hear about it, then you are too bored and need to get back to work) Have a great Wednesday. -- A: Yes. Q: Are you sure? A: Because it reverses the logical flow of conversation. Q: Why is top posting frowned upon? -- Lance L. Lennon District Technology Director Eagle Grove Community School District 515-448-4749 --- [This E-mail scanned for viruses by Declude Virus on the server aea8.k12.ia.us] - Archived messages from this list can be found at: http://www.mail-archive.com/info-tech@aea8.k12.ia.us/ - Bud Carruthers, Coordinator x1157 Mary Allaman, Secretary x1287 AVComputer Co-op http://av.co-op.k12.ia.us Iowa Educators Consortium www.iec-ia.org 3601 West Avenue Road Burlington, Iowa 52601 319-753-6561 319-752-7525 fax bcarruth...@iec-ia.org --- [This E-mail scanned for viruses by Declude Virus on the server aea8.k12.ia.us] - Archived messages from this list can be found at: http://www.mail-archive.com/info-tech@aea8.k12.ia.us/ -
Re: [info-tech] projector lamp replacement
You can check the AV Co-op website everyday for those. If you have a projector lamp need that is not listed, just let me know what make and model projector that you have and I will get you pricing right away. Bud Carruthers On Oct 27, 2009, at 1:53 PM, Brad Kruse wrote: Can anyone recommend a good place to order replacement lamps for projectors? (accept purchase orders) Manson Northwest Webster-Home of the Cougars! Brad Kruse (`-''-/).___...--''`-._ Tech. Coord. `6_ 6 ) `-. ( ).`-.__.`) 1601 15th St.(_Y_.)' .._ ) `._ `. ``-..-' Manson, IA 50563_..`--'_..-_/ /--'_.' ,' 712-469-2245 (li),' ((!.-' Cell: 712-830-9665 Fax 712-469-3131 Bud Carruthers, Coordinator x1157 Mary Allaman, Secretary x1287 AVComputer Co-op http://av.co-op.k12.ia.us Iowa Educators Consortium www.iec-ia.org 3601 West Avenue Road Burlington, Iowa 52601 319-753-6561 319-752-7525 fax bcarruth...@iec-ia.org
Re: [info-tech] Prairie Lakes AEA Tech Coordinator Meeting Agenda
What time does the meeting start and finish? Bud On Oct 22, 2009, at 3:04 PM, Scott Fosseen [Prairie Lakes AEA] wrote: I have the October 29th Tech Coordinators Meeting agenda on-line now at: http://www.aea8.k12.ia.us/techmeetings Presentations include Workstation Power Management from Faronics IBoss Web filtering with screen recording Application Jukebox, Run applications without a formal install HD Vidyo You can attend in person at our office in Pocahontas, or attend remotely via various options. See the above link for details. _ This email and any files transmitted with it are confidential and intended solely for the use of the individual or entity to whom they are addressed. If you are not the named addressee you should not disseminate, distribute or copy this e-mail. Your are asked to notify the sender immediately by e-mail if you have received this e- mail by mistake and delete this e-mail from your system. Please note that any views or opinions presented in this email are solely those of the author and do not necessarily represent those of Prairie Lakes Area Education Agency. Prairie Lakes Area Education Agency accepts no liability for any damage caused by any virus transmitted by this email. - _ Scott Fosseen - Systems Engineer - Prairie Lakes AEA - http://www.aea8.k12.ia.us/tech _ Clearly, the future is still to come - Peter Brooke, Secretary for Northern Ireland _ --- [This E-mail scanned for viruses by Declude Virus on the server aea8.k12.ia.us] - Archived messages from this list can be found at: http://www.mail-archive.com/info-tech@aea8.k12.ia.us/ - Bud Carruthers, Coordinator x1157 Mary Allaman, Secretary x1287 AVComputer Co-op http://av.co-op.k12.ia.us Iowa Educators Consortium www.iec-ia.org 3601 West Avenue Road Burlington, Iowa 52601 319-753-6561 319-752-7525 fax bcarruth...@iec-ia.org --- [This E-mail scanned for viruses by Declude Virus on the server aea8.k12.ia.us] - Archived messages from this list can be found at: http://www.mail-archive.com/info-tech@aea8.k12.ia.us/ -
Re: [info-tech] called up to the MAJORS
George, We have some UPS products in our AV Catalog. The Fall catalog should be up online sometime this week. Are you or have you purchased your HP units? Did you purchase locally or go through the AV Co_op? I don't know anything about imaging so you are on your own there! Bud Carruthers On Oct 5, 2009, at 1:01 PM, George Tuttle wrote: Techs, Some of you may remember me. I was the tech at Pocahontas Area from the time of dirt up 2 1/2 years ago when I retired. I just got called back to the majors and am in need of some help! I would first of all like some new info on how to image groups of PC's (Sorry, Lance, nothing's changed at POKY!!!) I see we have a duplicator but I'm wondering about the latest and greatest for creating the image. Any help would be greatly appreciated. I'm using my retirement email address and will continue to do so. I'm trying to work myself out of a job ASAP. We are doing a 1 to 1 in our high school and will be implementing HP's DYKnow. Also, the footings for a new high school are in place. Not sure whether I'm coming or going. I will be asking for lots of advice, even from Lance!! George PS: We are also looking for a back-up ups system which we could purchase now and move into our new building. Anyone done any ups work lately??? Bud Carruthers, Coordinator x1157 Mary Allaman, Secretary x1287 AVComputer Co-op http://av.co-op.k12.ia.us Iowa Educators Consortium www.iec-ia.org 3601 West Avenue Road Burlington, Iowa 52601 319-753-6561 319-752-7525 fax bcarruth...@iec-ia.org
Re: [info-tech] called up to the MAJORS
To all, When the AV catalog goes on line later this week, look over the surge suppressors and battery back up devices and then tell me what you all are wanting to purchase in the future. There is no need for me to ask for bids for products no one is going to purchase. Give me a list and I will add those to the Spring 2010 bid. You might also have to tell me what vendors are selling those items, just in case I have to contact them if they are not already a vendor for the co-op. Same thing goes for all of our AV Catalog ... if you have standardized on a product or mfg for certain items it would be good to know that. Bud On Oct 5, 2009, at 2:44 PM, Stanzel, Matt wrote: I believe that the APC Symmetra line does on-line double-conversion. This is the route that we are moving in the future due, not only to the on-line functionality, but also because of the module-based layout (add more kVA later), redundancy and hot-swappable batteries. From: Scott Fosseen [Prairie Lakes AEA] [mailto:sfoss...@aea8.k12.ia.us ] Sent: Monday, October 05, 2009 2:29 PM To: info-tech@aea8.k12.ia.us Subject: Re: [info-tech] called up to the MAJORS I am moving to recommending something other than APC for UPS units. The APC units are Standby (equipment runs on line power and quickly switches to inverter when needed) UPS. Not that I have had any real issues with them I like the Idea of On-Line UPS better where the UPS inverter is always supplying power to the equipment. They are also a little happier when connected to a back-up generator than Standby UPS units. CyberPower Online Double Conversion would be my recommendation. http://www.cyberpowersystems.com/products/ups-systems/ups- selector.html The software included allows for a single machine to connect via USB, then it will chain to any number of servers via software. So now if you have several servers on a single UPS all the servers can shut down gracefully in the event of a UPS low battery. I have a couple installed and have been very happy with them. From: George Tuttle Sent: Monday, October 05, 2009 1:01 PM To: info-tech@aea8.k12.ia.us Subject: [info-tech] called up to the MAJORS Techs, Some of you may remember me. I was the tech at Pocahontas Area from the time of dirt up 2 1/2 years ago when I retired. I just got called back to the majors and am in need of some help! I would first of all like some new info on how to image groups of PC's (Sorry, Lance, nothing's changed at POKY!!!) I see we have a duplicator but I'm wondering about the latest and greatest for creating the image. Any help would be greatly appreciated. I'm using my retirement email address and will continue to do so. I'm trying to work myself out of a job ASAP. We are doing a 1 to 1 in our high school and will be implementing HP's DYKnow. Also, the footings for a new high school are in place. Not sure whether I'm coming or going. I will be asking for lots of advice, even from Lance!! George PS: We are also looking for a back-up ups system which we could purchase now and move into our new building. Anyone done any ups work lately??? Bud Carruthers, Coordinator x1157 Mary Allaman, Secretary x1287 AVComputer Co-op http://av.co-op.k12.ia.us Iowa Educators Consortium www.iec-ia.org 3601 West Avenue Road Burlington, Iowa 52601 319-753-6561 319-752-7525 fax bcarruth...@iec-ia.org
Re: [info-tech] False Ceiling Projector Mounts
See page 8 for Projector mounting brackets listed in the AV Co-op Catalog. http://www.iec-ia.org/pages/uploaded_files/MMProjectors9.14.09.pdf Bud On Sep 25, 2009, at 1:15 PM, Frerichs, Chad wrote: What is everyone using to mount projectors to false ceilings? Our current solution is eloborate and expensive. I am looking for something much easier, and cheaper. Chad Frerichs Director of Technology Okoboji Community Schools Bud Carruthers, Coordinator x1157 Mary Allaman, Secretary x1287 AVComputer Co-op http://av.co-op.k12.ia.us Iowa Educators Consortium www.iec-ia.org 3601 West Avenue Road Burlington, Iowa 52601 319-753-6561 319-752-7525 fax bcarruth...@iec-ia.org
Re: [info-tech] False Ceiling Projector Mounts
You all should remember to secure the ceiling panel and mounting bracket with some wire to make sure the mount doesn't fall down on someone! It is probably a long shot that would happen but we wouldn't want you in part of a law suit. Bud On Sep 25, 2009, at 1:58 PM, Trimble, Phillip wrote: Peerless PRSUNV AV COOP # 63330 And quarter inch plywood cut to the shape of your ceiling tile, then we place it on top of the tile and drill through both and hold it in place with screws and toggle nuts. Phil Trimble FD Schools From: info-tech-ow...@aea8.k12.ia.us [mailto:info-tech-ow...@aea8.k12.ia.us ] On Behalf Of Frerichs, Chad Sent: Friday, September 25, 2009 1:16 PM To: info-tech@aea8.k12.ia.us Subject: [info-tech] False Ceiling Projector Mounts What is everyone using to mount projectors to false ceilings? Our current solution is eloborate and expensive. I am looking for something much easier, and cheaper. Chad Frerichs Director of Technology Okoboji Community Schools Bud Carruthers, Coordinator x1157 Mary Allaman, Secretary x1287 AVComputer Co-op http://av.co-op.k12.ia.us Iowa Educators Consortium www.iec-ia.org 3601 West Avenue Road Burlington, Iowa 52601 319-753-6561 319-752-7525 fax bcarruth...@iec-ia.org
Re: [info-tech] Surge Protectors
I did just hear about this issue and am looking into it further. Yes, I will be offering some metal housed surge suppressors but they may not make it into the catalog when it first goes online. Thanks for the suggestions below. If anyone else has a favorite brand or model as options that I should look at please let me know. Bud On Sep 22, 2009, at 12:24 PM, Buenz, Tim wrote: Hi Bud, Not sure you are aware of this surge protector ruling in 2007 by that state fire marshall’s office or not that is discussed below. No one appears to know anything about it. I am wondering if you could offer some more metal surge protector solutions on this years AV Coop. I see there is one TrippLite option (rather pricey for a large quantity purchase) available on the AV Coop website now. We will be looking to replace lots of these plastic models in the future if we get cited by the fire marshall. Here are some other possible options: http://catalog.belkin.com/IWCatProductPage.process?Product_Id=199275 http://www.fellowes.com/fellowes/resourcecenter/products/ProductDetails.aspx?Id=99081 http://www.apc.com/resource/include/techspec_index.cfm?base_sku=P6M10 Thanks- Tim From: tec...@ed.iowa.gov [mailto:tec...@ed.iowa.gov] Sent: Monday, September 21, 2009 3:31 PM To: Buenz, Tim Subject: RE:[techcd] Surge Protectors Hi, I have never heard of this either. I did find this document on their website after doing a search. I would guess all schools in the state have this issue. http://www.dps.state.ia.us/fm/inspection/PDFs/surge_protector.pdf - Tim Buenz Director of Technology Jefferson-Scranton Comm. Schools 204 W. Madison Street Jefferson, IA 50129 (515)386-9256 Fax (515)386-3591 http://www.jscsd.org Change is the law of life. And those who look only to the past or present are certain to miss the future -John F. Kennedy From: tec...@ed.iowa.gov [mailto:tec...@ed.iowa.gov] Sent: Monday, September 21, 2009 3:22 PM To: Buenz, Tim Subject: [techcd] Surge Protectors Glenwood Community School District just finished our Fire Marshall inspection for our new high school and we were told some interesting “technology” information. We were told that all of our current APC surge protectors needed to be replaced with metal ones and that any plastic ones were no longer acceptable for compliance. Since I had no clue this was a new state regulation – I’m wondering if anyone else knew this information. We have approximately 600 of these we will need to replace. I asked the Fire Marshall how we would have found out about this new regulation and he replied we should have read it on the State Fire Marshall’s webpage. Are we the only district who didn’t have any clue about this new regulation? Nancy Dashner Tech Coordinator PowerSchool Administrator Glenwood Community School District --- You are currently subscribed to techcd as: tbu...@jefferson-scranton.k12.ia.us . Please contact Vic Jaras at: vic.ja...@iowa.gov with any questions. --- You are currently subscribed to techcd as: tbu...@jefferson-scranton.k12.ia.us . Please contact Vic Jaras at: vic.ja...@iowa.gov with any questions. Bud Carruthers, Coordinator x1157 Mary Allaman, Secretary x1287 AVComputer Co-op http://av.co-op.k12.ia.us Iowa Educators Consortium www.iec-ia.org 3601 West Avenue Road Burlington, Iowa 52601 319-753-6561 319-752-7525 fax bcarruth...@iec-ia.org
Re: [info-tech] Surge Protectors
I just spoke to the Fire Marshall, Ron Humphrey, about surge protectors being used in schools. He indicated that the regulation that is posted online was written for health care institutions where they may be using a surge suppressor that could get run over by a bed or crushed between two pieces of equipment and then cause problems. He stated that as long as your device has a UL1449 or ANSI ieeC62.4 1-1980 code on the device it is ok to use in schools. Schools can use plastic constructed surge protectors BUT are not to be using power strips without surge protection at all... anywhere. I have included a link to the Fire Marshall's Surge Protection ruling in case you wanted to read it. http://www.dps.state.ia.us/fm/inspection/PDFs/surge_protector.pdf Bud Carruthers Iowa Educators Consortium AV Co-op Coordinator 319-753-6561 x1157 On Sep 22, 2009, at 2:01 PM, Bud Carruthers wrote: I did just hear about this issue and am looking into it further. Yes, I will be offering some metal housed surge suppressors but they may not make it into the catalog when it first goes online. Thanks for the suggestions below. If anyone else has a favorite brand or model as options that I should look at please let me know. Bud On Sep 22, 2009, at 12:24 PM, Buenz, Tim wrote: Hi Bud, Not sure you are aware of this surge protector ruling in 2007 by that state fire marshall’s office or not that is discussed below. No one appears to know anything about it. I am wondering if you could offer some more metal surge protector solutions on this years AV Coop. I see there is one TrippLite option (rather pricey for a large quantity purchase) available on the AV Coop website now. We will be looking to replace lots of these plastic models in the future if we get cited by the fire marshall. Here are some other possible options: http://catalog.belkin.com/IWCatProductPage.process?Product_Id=199275 http://www.fellowes.com/fellowes/resourcecenter/products/ProductDetails.aspx?Id=99081 http://www.apc.com/resource/include/techspec_index.cfm?base_sku=P6M10 Thanks- Tim From: tec...@ed.iowa.gov [mailto:tec...@ed.iowa.gov] Sent: Monday, September 21, 2009 3:31 PM To: Buenz, Tim Subject: RE:[techcd] Surge Protectors Hi, I have never heard of this either. I did find this document on their website after doing a search. I would guess all schools in the state have this issue. http://www.dps.state.ia.us/fm/inspection/PDFs/surge_protector.pdf - Tim Buenz Director of Technology Jefferson-Scranton Comm. Schools 204 W. Madison Street Jefferson, IA 50129 (515)386-9256 Fax (515)386-3591 http://www.jscsd.org Change is the law of life. And those who look only to the past or present are certain to miss the future -John F. Kennedy From: tec...@ed.iowa.gov [mailto:tec...@ed.iowa.gov] Sent: Monday, September 21, 2009 3:22 PM To: Buenz, Tim Subject: [techcd] Surge Protectors Glenwood Community School District just finished our Fire Marshall inspection for our new high school and we were told some interesting “technology” information. We were told that all of our current APC surge protectors needed to be replaced with metal ones and that any plastic ones were no longer acceptable for compliance. Since I had no clue this was a new state regulation – I’m wondering if anyone else knew this information. We have approximately 600 of these we will need to replace. I asked the Fire Marshall how we would have found out about this new regulation and he replied we should have read it on the State Fire Marshall’s webpage. Are we the only district who didn’t have any clue about this new regulation? Nancy Dashner Tech Coordinator PowerSchool Administrator Glenwood Community School District --- You are currently subscribed to techcd as: tbu...@jefferson-scranton.k12.ia.us . Please contact Vic Jaras at: vic.ja...@iowa.gov with any questions. --- You are currently subscribed to techcd as: tbu...@jefferson-scranton.k12.ia.us . Please contact Vic Jaras at: vic.ja...@iowa.gov with any questions. Bud Carruthers, Coordinator x1157 Mary Allaman, Secretary x1287 AVComputer Co-op http://av.co-op.k12.ia.us Iowa Educators Consortium www.iec-ia.org 3601 West Avenue Road Burlington, Iowa 52601 319-753-6561 319-752-7525 fax bcarruth...@iec-ia.org Bud Carruthers, Coordinator x1157 Mary Allaman, Secretary x1287 AVComputer Co-op http://av.co-op.k12.ia.us Iowa Educators Consortium www.iec-ia.org 3601 West Avenue Road Burlington, Iowa 52601 319-753-6561 319-752-7525 fax bcarruth...@iec-ia.org
Re: [info-tech] projector inputs
What document camera is being used? Some of them can act as a switcher. AV Co-op Catalog item# 52850 is an VGA splitter that splits an HD15P plug into 2 HD15 jacks. Cost is $3.62 each from Midwest Computer Products. Bud On Sep 1, 2009, at 11:37 AM, Jackie Fonley wrote: Good morning! I have a question regarding some older projectors we have, and I would Google it if I knew what I was talking about, but alas . . . I have some older projectors with only 1 input spot. I would like to be able to connect both the computer and the document camera to the projector at the same time. Is there anything out there/does anybody use something that would be an adapter or splitter to allow this to happen? I would hate to buy new ones if I don't have to and could use the resources elsewhere . . . but I also wonder how that could work if people will need to be selecting different input sources. Any help would be appreciated. Thanks! --- [This E-mail scanned for viruses by Declude Virus on the server aea8.k12.ia.us] - Archived messages from this list can be found at: http://www.mail-archive.com/info-tech@aea8.k12.ia.us/ - Bud Carruthers, Coordinator x1157 Mary Allaman, Secretary x1287 AVComputer Co-op http://av.co-op.k12.ia.us Iowa Educators Consortium www.iec-ia.org 3601 West Avenue Road Burlington, Iowa 52601 319-753-6561 319-752-7525 fax bcarruth...@iec-ia.org --- [This E-mail scanned for viruses by Declude Virus on the server aea8.k12.ia.us] - Archived messages from this list can be found at: http://www.mail-archive.com/info-tech@aea8.k12.ia.us/ -
Re: [info-tech] Printers
Karl, What are your requirements or what were you thinking that you wanted to purchase. We have all the HP and all Samsung printers available with pricing at a discount. We also list several Okidata printers. All the printers we offer are network capable. Let me know what you want and if we don't have pricing I can get it. Bud On Aug 3, 2009, at 9:24 PM, Karl Hehr wrote: Need to update 2 or 3 networked printers. Not much on the Coop right now, what are you folks using? Karl H. Hehr Technology/Curriculum Director South Hamilton CSD www.s-hamilton.k12.ia.us 515.827.5418 (W) 515.209.9767 (C) 515.827.5368 (F) Luddite by Degrees 1) Anything that is in the world when you're born is normal and ordinary and is just a natural part of the way the world works. 2) Anything that's invented between when you're 15 and 35 is new and exciting and revolutionary and you can probably get a career in it. 3) Anything invented after you're 35 is again the natural order of things --- Douglas Adams --- [This E-mail scanned for viruses by Declude Virus on the server aea8.k12.ia.us] - Archived messages from this list can be found at: http://www.mail-archive.com/info-tech@aea8.k12.ia.us/ - Bud Carruthers, Coordinator x1157 Mary Allaman, Secretary x1287 AVComputer Co-op http://av.co-op.k12.ia.us Iowa Educators Consortium www.iec-ia.org 3601 West Avenue Road Burlington, Iowa 52601 319-753-6561 319-752-7525 fax bcarruth...@iec-ia.org
Re: [info-tech] Printers
Samsung placed one model of their monochome printer in several AEAs and they all worked fine with the exception of one sent to Jerry Cochrane. Samsung picked that one up and sent a replacement out right away and it worked fine too. I asked for an all-in-one printer to review, fax, scan-to-fax, scan-to- email color printer. We got the CLX-6210FX. We had some issues with color and with a mac driver but that has been taken care of. In the process they actually sent us a second unit to replace the first one with the problems. By the time it arrived we had figured out the solution to our problems but have kept the other unit as a test unit too. We use both of them to print, and to scan-to-email. It is really fast and prints black fine but for color, if we are printing something out to share we always use our old Okidata C5500. Overall the Samsung is a lot faster printing than the Okidata. We have also found out that when a color runs out, the printer continues printing. We now have been running one of the printers with no magenta toner left and black indicates that it is gone but continues to print black. Some printers won't continue printing when the machine says there is no toner left. I don't know if all models have this capability or not. We have ordered and use the extended use cartridges for the Samsung. I have just had a customer order a monochrome all-in-one and have not gotten any feedback. If you are only needing black print then I would not be afraid of the Samsung printers. Samsung has taken care of any problems that we have had and all of them, as far as I know, were experienced by me or Jerry. Go figure that out. Since I don't know your price range I don't know what models I should be focusing on. Let me know if I can help. Bud On Aug 4, 2009, at 9:42 AM, Karl Hehr wrote: Looking for 2 LaserJet printers to put into Labs. I like the pricing on the Samsung printers, but am nervous has I have only had HP before. Karl H. Hehr Technology/Curriculum Director South Hamilton CSD www.s-hamilton.k12.ia.us 515.827.5418 (W) 515.209.9767 (C) 515.827.5368 (F) Luddite by Degrees 1) Anything that is in the world when you're born is normal and ordinary and is just a natural part of the way the world works. 2) Anything that's invented between when you're 15 and 35 is new and exciting and revolutionary and you can probably get a career in it. 3) Anything invented after you're 35 is again the natural order of things --- Douglas Adams On Aug 4, 2009, at 9:38 AM, Bud Carruthers wrote: Karl, What are your requirements or what were you thinking that you wanted to purchase. We have all the HP and all Samsung printers available with pricing at a discount. We also list several Okidata printers. All the printers we offer are network capable. Let me know what you want and if we don't have pricing I can get it. Bud On Aug 3, 2009, at 9:24 PM, Karl Hehr wrote: Need to update 2 or 3 networked printers. Not much on the Coop right now, what are you folks using? Karl H. Hehr Technology/Curriculum Director South Hamilton CSD www.s-hamilton.k12.ia.us 515.827.5418 (W) 515.209.9767 (C) 515.827.5368 (F) Luddite by Degrees 1) Anything that is in the world when you're born is normal and ordinary and is just a natural part of the way the world works. 2) Anything that's invented between when you're 15 and 35 is new and exciting and revolutionary and you can probably get a career in it. 3) Anything invented after you're 35 is again the natural order of things --- Douglas Adams --- [This E-mail scanned for viruses by Declude Virus on the server aea8.k12.ia.us] - Archived messages from this list can be found at: http://www.mail-archive.com/info-tech@aea8.k12.ia.us/ - Bud Carruthers, Coordinator x1157 Mary Allaman, Secretary x1287 AVComputer Co-op http://av.co-op.k12.ia.us Iowa Educators Consortium www.iec-ia.org 3601 West Avenue Road Burlington, Iowa 52601 319-753-6561 319-752-7525 fax bcarruth...@iec-ia.org Bud Carruthers, Coordinator x1157 Mary Allaman, Secretary x1287 AVComputer Co-op http://av.co-op.k12.ia.us Iowa Educators Consortium www.iec-ia.org 3601 West Avenue Road Burlington, Iowa 52601 319-753-6561 319-752-7525 fax bcarruth...@iec-ia.org
Re: [info-tech] Printers
If you are looking at copiers then I would recommend you look at the statewide Konica Minota and Kyocera contacts that the IEC carries. http://www.iec-ia.org/vnews/display.v/SEC/Paper%20%26%20Copiers%3E%3EKonica%20Minolta http://www.iec-ia.org/vnews/display.v/SEC/Paper%20%26%20Copiers%3E%3EKyocera These are in the IEC website and listed under Paper Copiers. Iowa vendors around the state carry these contracts. Bud Carruthers On Aug 4, 2009, at 10:19 AM, jfon...@algona.k12.ia.us wrote: Are most of you still using the network printers, or are you moving towards the network copiers? We are still running the 4100's, which work fine...I am just wondering if it is worth the upgrade to phase those out with some of the network copiers (running fewer print stations in the buildings)-similar to when I made the switch from desk jets to the 4100's. Hopw about color? Right now we have one in each building (4050/4600)--they are so slow; but I'm not sure if itsk worth upgrading... ? Sent from my BlackBerry® wireless device from U.S. Cellular From: Karl Hehr Date: Tue, 4 Aug 2009 09:42:39 -0500 To: info-tech@aea8.k12.ia.us Subject: Re: [info-tech] Printers Looking for 2 LaserJet printers to put into Labs. I like the pricing on the Samsung printers, but am nervous has I have only had HP before. Karl H. Hehr Technology/Curriculum Director South Hamilton CSD www.s-hamilton.k12.ia.us 515.827.5418 (W) 515.209.9767 (C) 515.827.5368 (F) Luddite by Degrees 1) Anything that is in the world when you're born is normal and ordinary and is just a natural part of the way the world works. 2) Anything that's invented between when you're 15 and 35 is new and exciting and revolutionary and you can probably get a career in it. 3) Anything invented after you're 35 is again the natural order of things --- Douglas Adams On Aug 4, 2009, at 9:38 AM, Bud Carruthers wrote: Karl, What are your requirements or what were you thinking that you wanted to purchase. We have all the HP and all Samsung printers available with pricing at a discount. We also list several Okidata printers. All the printers we offer are network capable. Let me know what you want and if we don't have pricing I can get it. Bud On Aug 3, 2009, at 9:24 PM, Karl Hehr wrote: Need to update 2 or 3 networked printers. Not much on the Coop right now, what are you folks using? Karl H. Hehr Technology/Curriculum Director South Hamilton CSD www.s-hamilton.k12.ia.us 515.827.5418 (W) 515.209.9767 (C) 515.827.5368 (F) Luddite by Degrees 1) Anything that is in the world when you're born is normal and ordinary and is just a natural part of the way the world works. 2) Anything that's invented between when you're 15 and 35 is new and exciting and revolutionary and you can probably get a career in it. 3) Anything invented after you're 35 is again the natural order of things --- Douglas Adams --- [This E-mail scanned for viruses by Declude Virus on the server aea8.k12.ia.us] - Archived messages from this list can be found at: http://www.mail-archive.com/info-tech@aea8.k12.ia.us/ - Bud Carruthers, Coordinator x1157 Mary Allaman, Secretary x1287 AVComputer Co-op http://av.co-op.k12.ia.us Iowa Educators Consortium www.iec-ia.org 3601 West Avenue Road Burlington, Iowa 52601 319-753-6561 319-752-7525 fax bcarruth...@iec-ia.org Bud Carruthers, Coordinator x1157 Mary Allaman, Secretary x1287 AVComputer Co-op http://av.co-op.k12.ia.us Iowa Educators Consortium www.iec-ia.org 3601 West Avenue Road Burlington, Iowa 52601 319-753-6561 319-752-7525 fax bcarruth...@iec-ia.org
Re: [info-tech] web 2.0 resources
Thanks for the info, Lucky! Any new items that I should ask for bids on? Bud On Jun 30, 2009, at 2:08 PM, Buenz, Tim wrote: Hi from NECC in Washington DC, Here are some web 2.0 resources for young learners and teachers http://glovely09.wetpaint.com/page/TopTen+for+Young+Learners Enjoy- -- Tim Buenz Director of Technology Jefferson-Scranton CSD 204 W. Madison St. Jefferson, IA 50129 (515)386-9256 (Office) (515)386-3591 (Fax) http://www.jscsd.org Bud Carruthers, Coordinator x1157 Mary Allaman, Secretary x1287 AVComputer Co-op http://av.co-op.k12.ia.us Iowa Educators Consortium www.iec-ia.org 3601 West Avenue Road Burlington, Iowa 52601 319-753-6561 319-752-7525 fax bcarruth...@iec-ia.org
Re: [info-tech] Best Practices LCD Projectors
Lance and All, I am wondering where you got this advice below as it does not apply to some of the newer projectors. I will give you my interpretation on this and will be listed in Red below Bud On May 20, 2009, at 1:34 PM, Lance Lennon wrote: As we place ore and more Projectors in classrooms and IMC's for checkout, I was wondering if there is a Best Practices for there use. I received this from another list I am on and would love comments, recomendations, amendments and/or overa ll changes. Thanks LCD Projector Best Practices: The standard rating for a projector bulb is about 2000 hrs of use. The AV Co-op Committee has decided that a classroom projector should be able to show 2000 lumens of light, however the ultraclose focus would not require that since it may only be a couple of feet from the screen. The replacement cost of the bulbs is about $300 each. Replacement lamp cost will vary with the machine but can range in price from $200 - $500, depending on the age of the machine. Under normal conditions the bulb should slowly get dimmer until by about 2000 hrs it is dim enough to need changing. They are not supposed to actually burn out (but sometimes they do) The life of the bulb depends on the number of hours it runs, but also on the way it has been warmed up and cooled down. Under normal conditions, if a lamp is rated for 2000 hours on Bright mode, it should last 2000 hours and then get dimmer until you need to replace it. Some of the newer projectors have instant start and instant off, with some keeping the fan running when turned off and some just go off...that is the way they are built to perform. Here is a summary recommendation for proper use: 1. If the projector is turned on, be sure it runs for at least 20 minutes before turning it back off. This insures it gets completely up to operating temperature and has been stable at that temperature for a while before cooling down again. I have never heard this before. If you turn the projector off and then want it back on quickly, then it does take a few seconds or a minute to get the lamp cooled off before the machine will let the lamp turn on again. If you want it off and on for a reason, some projectors have a shutter function that blocks the light but keeps the projector lamp on and ready for use. 2. If the projector is turned off (put into sleep mode, never really turn it off) then do not turn it back on for 30 minutes. The bulb has to get completely down to room temperature before trying to power it back on. No, not true. The projector will cool down and allow the lamp to turn back on... it doesn't take but a couple of minutes to do that at the maximum time period. 3. During the day if you are done but will use the projector again in less than 20 minutes then leave it on but you can press the video button to get it to the blue background. You can then turn it back to computer when you need it again. Turn it off. Otherwise you are using up lamp life. It doesn't take much time to turn it on and get going again. 4. During the day if you are done and WILL NOT be using it for 30 to 40 minutes then please do turn it off and allow it to cool down completely. (we have some who go to lunch and leave their projector running) Yes, turn it off. 5. Out in a corn field our power goes out. I asked about power on/off problems with our electricity but was told as long as the projector is asleep it should not be a problem, other than those times when the power does the on/off/on/off flashing which is hard on everything. Power fluctuations may cause the projector to shut off. Like every other electrical device, a power outage can cause problems and sometimes damage. If you are concerned about that or have voltage fluctuations in your building, without any storms, then get your electrician in and get those spikes identified and find a solution. You can also plug your projectors into a surge protector to help with that ... but most don't do that. Some newer buildings may have surge protection built-in to the outlet. I hope that this info helps you. There are probably many ideas for Best Practice, the one that I try to use and keep in mind is called, Common Sense. Please contact me if you have questions or a difference of opinion on my comments. An old dog can still learn some new tricks. Bud Carruthers -- Chaos Theory is a new theory invented by scientists panicked by the thought that the public were beginning to understand the old ones. ~Mike Barfield -- Lance L. Lennon District Technology Director Eagle Grove Community School District 515-448-4749 Bud Carruthers, Coordinator x1157 Mary Allaman, Secretary x1287 AVComputer Co-op http://av.co-op.k12.ia.us Iowa Educators Consortium www.iec-ia.org 3601 West Avenue Road Burlington, Iowa 52601 319-753-6561 319-752-7525 fax bcarruth...@iec-ia.org
Re: [info-tech] Lightspeed Info is in the Spring AV Catalog
The AV catalog does have some software like this offered from Fortigate and SonicWall. Do you know if a lot of schools in Iowa use the Lightspeed product? If so the AV Committee might consider adding this for the Fall bid.. Bud On May 14, 2009, at 9:50 PM, Murray Gafkjen wrote: We are speaking of the software used for content filtering. It also has firewall, and anti-virus features as well. Recently it added as an option Vericept which captures packets which students send out to the net. (blogging outside the school district) The lightspeed you speak of deals with classroom sound management. Sorry for the confusion. Murray Gafkjen Clay Central Everly From: info-tech-ow...@aea8.k12.ia.us [mailto:info-tech-ow...@aea8.k12.ia.us ] On Behalf Of Bud Carruthers Sent: Thursday, May 14, 2009 8:59 AM To: info-tech@aea8.k12.ia.us Subject: [info-tech] Lightspeed Info is in the Spring AV Catalog On May 14, 2009, at 8:57 AM, Bud Carruthers wrote: LightSpeed! We have a discount directly from them. We carry almost everything they make or can get pricing for anything from them for you. Make your PO out to the vendor and then fax it to 319-752-7525. LightSPEED Technologies, Inc 11509 SW Herman Road Tualatin OR97062 Sheri Friend 800-732-8999 503-684-5538 ord...@lightspeed-tek.com Fax # 503-684-3197 LIGHT Let me know if you have questions. Bud pastedGraphic.pdf pastedGraphic.pdf pastedGraphic.pdf pastedGraphic.pdf On May 13, 2009, at 9:00 AM, Frerichs, Chad wrote: From whom do you purchase Lightspeed? Chad Frerichs Director Of Technology Okoboji Community Schools Milford, IA 51351 Bud Carruthers, Coordinator x1157 Mary Allaman, Secretary x1287 AVComputer Co-op http://av.co-op.k12.ia.us Iowa Educators Consortium www.iec-ia.org 3601 West Avenue Road Burlington, Iowa 52601 319-753-6561 319-752-7525 fax bcarruth...@iec-ia.org Bud Carruthers, Coordinator x1157 Mary Allaman, Secretary x1287 AVComputer Co-op http://av.co-op.k12.ia.us Iowa Educators Consortium www.iec-ia.org 3601 West Avenue Road Burlington, Iowa 52601 319-753-6561 319-752-7525 fax bcarruth...@iec-ia.org Bud Carruthers, Coordinator x1157 Mary Allaman, Secretary x1287 AVComputer Co-op http://av.co-op.k12.ia.us Iowa Educators Consortium www.iec-ia.org 3601 West Avenue Road Burlington, Iowa 52601 319-753-6561 319-752-7525 fax bcarruth...@iec-ia.org
[info-tech] Lightspeed Info is in the Spring AV Catalog
On May 14, 2009, at 8:57 AM, Bud Carruthers wrote: LightSpeed! We have a discount directly from them. We carry almost everything they make or can get pricing for anything from them for you. Make your PO out to the vendor and then fax it to 319-752-7525. LightSPEED Technologies, Inc 11509 SW Herman Road Tualatin OR97062 Sheri Friend 800-732-8999 503-684-5538 ord...@lightspeed-tek.com Fax # 503-684-3197 LIGHT Let me know if you have questions. Bud pastedGraphic.pdf pastedGraphic.pdf pastedGraphic.pdf pastedGraphic.pdf On May 13, 2009, at 9:00 AM, Frerichs, Chad wrote: From whom do you purchase Lightspeed? Chad Frerichs Director Of Technology Okoboji Community Schools Milford, IA 51351 Bud Carruthers, Coordinator x1157 Mary Allaman, Secretary x1287 AVComputer Co-op http://av.co-op.k12.ia.us Iowa Educators Consortium www.iec-ia.org 3601 West Avenue Road Burlington, Iowa 52601 319-753-6561 319-752-7525 fax bcarruth...@iec-ia.org Bud Carruthers, Coordinator x1157 Mary Allaman, Secretary x1287 AVComputer Co-op http://av.co-op.k12.ia.us Iowa Educators Consortium www.iec-ia.org 3601 West Avenue Road Burlington, Iowa 52601 319-753-6561 319-752-7525 fax bcarruth...@iec-ia.org
Re: [info-tech] projectors
Yesterday, Jerry Cochrane, Craig Barnum, and I met with David Herzog (Midwest Computer Products), Tim Laing and Michael Cho (both Epson reps). We all met at College Community's new building that will house 7-9th grade students. Craig was interested in comparing the Dukane 8755H-RJ projector(co-op price is $605.26) and the new Epson PowerLite 84 (Co- op Price is $641.70). Craig was also interested in seeing the 60x80 Draper wall screen installed to view these both of these projectors. FYI -- The Epson PowerLite 84 is the replacement for the PowerLite 822. The Dukane 8755H-RJ and the Epson PowerLite 84 were chosen because Craig will be networking these projectors. There were several points that we compared on these machines: 1. The Dukane displays 2200 lumens vs the Epson's 2600 lumens. 2. The lamp life on the Dukane is 2000/3000 hours vs the Epson's 5000/6000 hours (Yes, 5000 hour lamp life on high brightness) 3. Both are network capable, however, the Epson has new network software that is easy to set-up and use. You can contact anyone present for their opinion on the software, but I thought it looked like a very complete package that will allow you to do most anything you want when it comes to monitoring a network ... there is even some software available that allows your control of the projector via a teacher's computer, if the remote control is not available. 4. Warranty ... Dukane has a 5 year with the first year replacement warranty vs Epson 3 year with a 3 year express replacement warranty. 5. Overview of the Projectors: The Epson, of course, looked brighter at 2600 lumens, and from where Craig had the ceiling mounting bracket located, the Epson filled the 60x80 screen and had some zoom adjustment both in and out ... the Dukane slightly over-filled the screen and only had zoom adjustment to make the image larger. The color on both was reviewed. Maybe it was because of the extra 400 lumens but the Epson 84's colors were much better and more vibrant than the Dukane's. The 84 also showed much whiter whites. The overall quality of the image on the Epson was better. The Epson PowerLite has a 10 watt speaker vs the Dukane 7 watt speaker. New on this Epson Projector is a mini-plug microphone input, so you could connect a teacher mic and use the projector's speaker. The Epson PowerLite 84 also has a USB port that allows you to connect the projector directly to a computer's USB port instead of using a VGA cable. The Epson 84 has filter and lamp access on the side and top so when you ceiling mount the projector, both are readily available. The filter is cleaned with canned air or is replaceable. The projector will alert you with a colored light to show that the machine is heating up and filter needs cleaned. Here is the Epson link to their new projectors: http://www.epsonbrighterfutures.com/products If you look at Epson's Special Offers link http://www.epsonbrighterfutures.com/specialOffers#offer05 You will see a BUY 7 GET 1 FREE offer ... available for a limited time period. I received word from Craig Barnum this morning that he will be ordering 75 or more of the Epson PowerLite 84 projectors and 60x80 Draper wall screens. The AV Co-op also offers 17 other projectors from several manufacturers in SVGA, XGA, and WXGA resolutions with brightness ranging from 2000 to 3500 lumens. As Scott has pointed out the ultra close-focus Hitachi CPA52 and EDA100 projector will shoot a 60 image at less than 1 1/2 feet away from the screen. The catalog also has mounting brackets for all of these projectors. If you are in the market for any of these, please give me a call. If you will have a large quantity order, give me a call and I will check for better pricing. FYI -- the Epson 400W has been upgraded to the Epson 410W. It will still use the Epson wall arm bracket but Epson is coming out with a new wall arm bracket that will make installation of this projector easier than ever. Bud Carruthers, Coordinator x1157 Mary Allaman, Secretary x1287 AVComputer Co-op http://av.co-op.k12.ia.us Iowa Educators Consortium www.iec-ia.org 3601 West Avenue Road Burlington, Iowa 52601 319-753-6561 319-752-7525 fax bcarruth...@iec-ia.org On May 13, 2009, at 11:51 AM, Scott Fosseen [Prairie Lakes AEA] wrote: I always recommend purchasing from the AV Coop. Twice a year we Shoot-Out over 50 projectors so each projector has been looked at before it is put on the Coop catalog. IMHO: Currently DLP projectors have a significant lifetime savings vs LCD projectors as DLP has no filters to clean. LCD projectors recommend filter cleaning between 100-500 hours of use. This last shoot-out we are seeing a trend that LCD projectors are going to a one filter cleaning between bulb changes, and I expect that in the next year or two LCD projectors will only require a filter clean/change
