How To: Using the Meeting OWL

Power on the OWL

• Plug the power cable into an available power outlet near your workstation.

• The eyes of the OWL will flash. This indicates that the OWL is receiving power and is starting up.

• The OWL will go through a brief self-check process. 

• After a few moments, the OWL will emit a soft chime and light up in a steady white color. This indicates that the OWL is ready to be connected to your device

Connect the OWL to Your Device via USB

• Locate the USB cable that came with the OWL.

• Plug one end of the USB cable into the OWL and the other end into your device (laptop, desktop, etc.).  The connections on the OWL are located on the bottom.

• Most devices will automatically recognize the OWL as a camera, microphone, and speaker.

Set Up the OWL in Your Video Conferencing Software

• Open your preferred video conferencing software (e.g., Zoom, Microsoft Teams, Google Meet).

• Go to the settings section and select the OWL as the default device for the camera, microphone, and speaker.

  • Camera: Choose "Meeting Owl" as the camera.

  • Microphone: Choose "Meeting Owl" as the microphone.

  • Speaker: Choose "Meeting Owl" as the speaker.

 Position the OWL

• Place the OWL in the center of the room for optimal 360-degree video and audio capture.

• Make sure it's on a flat, stable surface.

Test the Connection

• Start a video call and verify that the OWL is working correctly. Ensure that participants can see and hear you through the OWL.

Troubleshooting (if necessary)

• If the OWL is not recognized, try:

  • Unplugging and replugging the USB cable.

  • Restarting your device.