Kaltura Classroom: Using Lecture Capture on Podium PCs

This guide explains how to access and use the Kaltura Classroom lecture capture software on Podium PCs in Mines classrooms. You’ll learn how to locate the application, manage inputs, start recordings, and publish content to your Canvas course.

Overview

This guide explains how to access and use the Kaltura Classroom lecture capture software on Podium PCs in Mines classrooms. You’ll learn how to locate the application, manage inputs, start recordings, and publish content to your Canvas course.

Step-by-Step Instructions

Access Kaltura Classroom

Kaltura Classroom is currently installed in the following classrooms:

• CTLM 102
• CTLM B56
• Marquez Hall 235

To request Kaltura Classroom installation in your classroom, please submit a MediaSpace Video Platform Request.

After logging into the Podium PC with your Mines credentials:

• The Kaltura Classroom software will automatically launch as a startup application.
• If it doesn’t open on its own:
  
  • Look in the Taskbar > Show hidden icons to find the Kaltura icon and click it.
  • Or, open the Start Menu and search for "Kaltura Classroom".

Understand the Interface

When Kaltura Classroom launches, you will see the main interface:

• Preview Windows: Displays Primary Input (usually classroom camera) and Secondary Input (usually the podium PC screen).
• Audio Meter: Shows microphone activity.
• Start Record: Used to manually begin a recording session.
• Home Button: Returns the user to the main home screen.
• Scheduled Recordings Menu: If applicable, shows upcoming recordings tied to your course.

Automatic Recording

Kaltura Classroom supports scheduled automatic recordings for designated courses.

• To enable this feature, open a service request with IT to have a MediaSpace Administrator schedule your class recordings in advance.
• When active, the software will automatically begin and end recording based on the scheduled times.
• Kaltura Classroom must be open for scheduled recordings to function properly. You can minimize the window, but do not close the application.
• If you open the application after the scheduled start time, it will begin recording as soon as it launches.
• Do not log off or close Kaltura Classroom while a recording is in progress. Doing so may corrupt the file and render it unusable.
• If your class ends early, you must manually stop the recording by clicking Stop on the main interface.
  

View Scheduled Recordings

If your course has scheduled lecture captures:

• Click on the Scheduled Recordings button on the home screen.
• Upcoming recordings will display the start time, end time, and date.
• These will automatically begin recording at the scheduled time.

Adjust Primary Input (Classroom Camera)

To change what is recorded as the primary input:

• Click the Slider Icon in the upper-right corner of the Primary Input Panel.
• The default camera should be named Live Lecture Capture.
• Choose a different option in the Input Source dropdown menu if your camera video feed does not appear.

Adjust Secondary Input (Podium PC Screen)

To change what is recorded as the secondary input:

• Click the Slider Icon in the upper-right corner of the Input 2 panel.
• The default screen should be named Generic PnP Monitor.
• Choose a different option in the Input Source dropdown menu if your screen's video feed does not appear.

Adjust Microphone Settings

To confirm or change the audio input:

• Click the Slider Icon in the upper-right corner of the Audio Meter Panel.
• The default microphone should be named Echo Cancelling Speakerphone.
• Choose a different option in the Input Source dropdown menu if your microphone's audio feed does not appear.

Start a Manual Recording

If you are not using a scheduled recording:

• Click the Record button on the main interface.
  
• Recordings will after a short, 5 second countdown.
  
• Use the Stop button when finished.
  

Save and Upload to Mines MediaSpace

After stopping the recording:

• Give your recording a Title.
• Enter your Mines username in the User Name text field.
• Add a Description and meta tags (optional)
• Click Save to begin transferring the file.

Find Your Recording in Canvas

Once the upload is complete and processing is finished:

• Open Canvas and go to your course.
• Click on Course Media in the left-hand Course Navigation menu.
  
  • If Course media is not visible, go to your Course Settings, click on the Navigation Tab, and drag Course Media up into your Course Navigation.
    
  • After enabling Course Media, click Save.
• Within Course Media, click on the +Add Media button in the upper right-hand corner.
  
• Click the check box next to the video recordings you wish to use and then click Publish.
  
  

Publish Your Recording in Canvas

Videos should be published automatically. To make adjustments or confirm publication:

• Go to Course Media in Canvas.
• Locate your video in the gallery.
• Hover over the video thumbnail and click on the ... icon.
  
• Click the pencil icon (Edit) next to the video.
  
• Click on the Publish tab:
  
  • Choose “Published”.
  • Click the checkbox for the course you wish your video to be published within.
  • Click Save to confirm.

Additional Tips

• Always verify the microphone is active before recording.
• Ensure that a scheduled recording is actively taking place before beginning your lecture or presentation.
• If a scheduled recording fails to start automatically, begin a manual recording.
• Upload times vary based on recording length and classroom network speed.

Getting Support

For additional support, contact the IT Service Desk at 303-278-HELP (4357) or helpdesk@mines.edu.