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==Host== | ==Host== | ||
===Room Types=== | |||
[[File:GTMRooms.png|300px|thumb|right|Different Room Types]] | |||
In MFRL's Hub, there are three pre-made rooms (see image). Choose a room based on your needs. Please do not delete or edit any of the rooms. | In MFRL's Hub, there are three pre-made rooms (see image). Choose a room based on your needs. Please do not delete or edit any of the rooms. | ||
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This is designed for public attendance, such as a book club. It is an open room; if the meeting is in session, anyone with the above link can join. | This is designed for public attendance, such as a book club. It is an open room; if the meeting is in session, anyone with the above link can join. | ||
'''StaffMeetings room''', in green box | '''StaffMeetings room''', in green box | ||
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The StaffMeetings room is password protected. When you begin to host the meeting, you will be asked to create and enter a password of your choosing. Participants will also need to enter the same password. This might be a good room for branch staff meetings and similar. | The StaffMeetings room is password protected. When you begin to host the meeting, you will be asked to create and enter a password of your choosing. Participants will also need to enter the same password. This might be a good room for branch staff meetings and similar. | ||
'''Meet Now room''', in yellow box | '''Meet Now room''', in yellow box | ||
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Perhaps while communicating with a colleague, you may decide "hey, let's videochat". The Meet Now room may be beneficial to this type of meeting. | Perhaps while communicating with a colleague, you may decide "hey, let's videochat". The Meet Now room may be beneficial to this type of meeting. | ||
'''MFRL's Meeting Room''' - Please do not use this room. | '''MFRL's Meeting Room''' - Please do not use this room. | ||
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If you desire changes to a room, please refer to the Systems Administrator. | If you desire changes to a room, please refer to the Systems Administrator. | ||
===Starting a Meeting=== | |||
Whoever is in charge is the Host. It is possible for the host to assign a presenter. | |||
*Sign in to [https://www.gotomeeting.com GoToMeeting], with user name of ''gtm@mfrl.org'' | |||
**See the Systems Administrator for the current password. | |||
*Click on the meeting room type desired. | *Click on the meeting room type desired. | ||
*In the corresponding pane that appears to the right, click ''Start''. | *In the corresponding pane that appears to the right, click ''Start''. | ||
*You will then choose between web app ("Join on the web") or desktop app ("Download the app"). | *You will then choose between web app ("Join on the web") or desktop app ("Download the app"). | ||
**If you already have the desktop app installed, you may instead see a " | **If you already have the desktop app installed, you may instead see a "allow GoToMeeting / GoToOpener to run" pop-up; clicking ''yes'' indicates using the desktop app. | ||
*You are then asked if you wish to Join (audio) by Computer or Phone. | *You are then asked if you wish to Join (audio) by Computer or Phone. | ||
Controls are the same as shown in Participate. | |||
==Participate== | |||
Sharing camera is a two-step operation in web app | |||
==Participate by phone only== | |||
If one finds themselves with computer issues, no computer, or similar, they can simply "call in" and have an experience similar to a "501 meeting". | |||
Call the correct number for the meeting (see phone numbers, above). At the prompt, enter the meeting number 624 245 386. When asked for your Participant Number, simply press #. You can not perform this before the meeting has started. | |||
Revision as of 14:47, 13 July 2020
Overall Concepts
MFRL has a GoToMeeting account. Only one meeting can occur at a time.
- You can Host or Participate in a meeting
- You can join or host a meeting by using either a web browser (AKA web app) or an installed program (AKA desktop app)
- Using web app is recommended for participants who aren't very familiar with, or don’t want to / can’t install the desktop app.
- Using the GoToMeeting desktop app is suitable for those who've had time to download, install, and test the app.
- Hosts may find the additional controls in the desktop app advantageous.
- If needed, one can simply call in, without a computer.
- For audio, one can use laptop camera / mic / speakers, or call in with a phone - even if using a computer for video.
- Calling in on a phone prevents laptop mic/speaker feedback issues
- If you have serious network trouble, you can at least communicate via phone if "call in" is chosen.
- You may see pop-ups from your web browser or computer confirming that you will allow use of camera / microphone.
Any participant can chat with everyone, share content, etc. Therefore, this platform is suitable for communicating with coworkers, employees, and other professionals. Small groups of trusted participants, like a bookclub, may use this platform (when hosted by a staff member). GoToMeeting and similar are not good platforms for broadcasting to the general public. For "broadcasting", investigate our Facebook Live and YouTube Live accounts.
| When using a browser, It is highly recommended that Chrome is to be used when using GoToMeeting |
Host
Room Types
In MFRL's Hub, there are three pre-made rooms (see image). Choose a room based on your needs. Please do not delete or edit any of the rooms.
Programs room, in green box
- The URL for host or participants is https://www.gotomeet.me/MFRL/programs
- The call in number for phone-based audio is (872) 240-3311
- The Access Code is 822-926-309
This is designed for public attendance, such as a book club. It is an open room; if the meeting is in session, anyone with the above link can join.
StaffMeetings room, in green box
- The URL for host or participants is https://www.gotomeet.me/MFRL/staffmeetings
- The call in number for phone-based audio is (571) 317-3122
- The Access Code is 525-319-541
The StaffMeetings room is password protected. When you begin to host the meeting, you will be asked to create and enter a password of your choosing. Participants will also need to enter the same password. This might be a good room for branch staff meetings and similar.
Meet Now room, in yellow box
This meeting is for an instantaneous meeting. The URL and phone access codes are one-time uses.
Perhaps while communicating with a colleague, you may decide "hey, let's videochat". The Meet Now room may be beneficial to this type of meeting.
MFRL's Meeting Room - Please do not use this room.
If you desire changes to a room, please refer to the Systems Administrator.
Starting a Meeting
Whoever is in charge is the Host. It is possible for the host to assign a presenter.
- Sign in to GoToMeeting, with user name of gtm@mfrl.org
- See the Systems Administrator for the current password.
- Click on the meeting room type desired.
- In the corresponding pane that appears to the right, click Start.
- You will then choose between web app ("Join on the web") or desktop app ("Download the app").
- If you already have the desktop app installed, you may instead see a "allow GoToMeeting / GoToOpener to run" pop-up; clicking yes indicates using the desktop app.
- You are then asked if you wish to Join (audio) by Computer or Phone.
Controls are the same as shown in Participate.
Participate
Sharing camera is a two-step operation in web app
Participate by phone only
If one finds themselves with computer issues, no computer, or similar, they can simply "call in" and have an experience similar to a "501 meeting".
Call the correct number for the meeting (see phone numbers, above). At the prompt, enter the meeting number 624 245 386. When asked for your Participant Number, simply press #. You can not perform this before the meeting has started.