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Meeting Owl

Meeting Owl

Feb 07, 2023

Features

  • Tracks active speakers in the room with up to 3 participants to be displayed via split-screen at once.

  • The Owl uses its directional microphone(s) in conjunction with face recognition to keep the presenter in shot

  • Enabled by default. to disable this mode, press the button on the rear of the Owl

  • Camera

    • 360° camera (1080p 30fps)

    • The best distance for the speaker is 4-12 feet from the Owl

    • Automatically tracks the presenter as they speak and move around the room

  • Microphone

    • 18-foot radius audio pickup

    • Mics equalize speaking volume automatically

  • Speaker

    • 360° speaker

  • Ignore Focus

    • Block areas of the cameras surroundings to keep from capturing screens or doorways

    • Keeps focus on the presenter by giving the Owl less to look at

  • Owl Nesting

    • Link 2 Owls together for more coverage

Please Note

Use of the Nesting and/or Ignore Focus features require coordination with SOA Tech Desk.

 

Accessories

  • 10Ft USB-C to Micro-USB cable

  • 8Ft Power cable

  • Tripod (optional/recommended)

Setting Up

  1. Turn the Owl over → plug in the two included cables.

  2. Connect the power cable to an outlet → Connect the USB to your host computer.

  3. Position the Owl in the center of your presentation

    1. For optimal quality, position the Owl within 4-12ft from the main speaker.

    2. Tripods for the Owl are available at the Tech Desk which will make positioning the Owl more flexible.

Configuring Audio

  1. Start your meeting on the host computer

  2. Press the ^ arrow next to "Audio"

  3. Select "Meeting Owl" for both the Microphone & Speaker (within the red boxes in screenshot)

    1. The Owl is equipped with 360° speakers

    2. Room audio may be more practical in some cases

      1. In this case, you should leave the "Select a Speaker" option on default

Configuring Video

  1. Press the ^ arrow next to "Video"

  2. Select "Meeting Owl"

  3. Turn off any virtual backgrounds or background blurring

 

 

On-screen Icons

Standalone Owl

Indicates your Owl is on and broadcasting. Paired with Physical illuminating lights on the Owl device itself.

 

Enhanced Presenter

The Meeting Owl automatically tracks a presenter as they speak and move around the room and keep them displayed on the stage. For best performance, stand 4-10 feet from the Owl.

 


Mute

When shown; this indicates your audio is muted. Check the Owl for a red light and press the mute/unmute button on the side of the device.

 


Nesting Connection X2

When shown; this indicates you are connected to two Owls. When Nesting is enabled both Owls will illuminate their eyes.


Nesting Connection X1

When shown; this indicates you are only connected to one of the two Owls. When Nesting is enabled both Owls will illuminate their eyes.

 

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