Video Conference Tutorial
Tutorial 1: Mapping Out the Digital Journey
An Introduction
Choose either tutorial and begin a journey learning the use of videoconferencing in the courtroom.
Becoming Aware Interactive Video
Watch as Fred and his colleagues struggle through an unfortunate videoconference experience. Learn about some common mistakes they make and how you can avoid them.
How to Improve Video Communication
Ever wonder why some videoconferences seem to be flawlessly executed while others are an awkward and uncomfortable experience filled with mishaps? This tutorial will teach the differences between a "good" videoconference and a "bad" videoconference.
Improving Audio Quality
Learn the basics of improving the "sound" of your videoconference through proper microphone placement, volume control, and tips on troubleshooting visual interferences.
Improving Video Quality
Learn the basics of improving the "image" of your videoconference through the use of common video production techniques, proper camera communication, and tips on troubleshooting visual interferences.
Mapping Out the Digital Journey
Lewis and Clark County Attorney Leo Gallagher introduces the advantages of videoconferencing in courtrooms across Montana.
Preparing For Success
This tutorial provides links to topics such as engaging in camera presets, recording and web-streaming your videoconference, critical steps to take in planning a successful videoconference, contacts for all Montana Judicial Video Network sites, as well as information on how to "bridge" a videoconference.
Steps To Integrate Audio Visual Equipment
Do you have questions on how to connect a laptop, DVD player, or analog phone line? Click here to learn the steps involved when integrating a Power Point presentation, video presentation, or analog telephone call into your videoconference unit.
Understanding Equipment
An extensive and detailed explanation of functions of the remote control, camera/codec, microphones, and cables is provided in this tutorial. Learn how all the equipment involved in a videoconference is properly connected and the path the audio and video signals follow during a videoconference.
Videoconference Learning Lab
Engage in hands-on exercises such as conducting both point-to-point and multipoint calls, presenting a power point and video presentation, and solving problems in real-life videoconference scenarios.



