Keywords: Aver, Document Camera, Resolution, Size, Sphere

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Sphere2 Tools Tutorial

This tutorial covers the use of Sphere2, an AVer document software, focusing on optimizing document viewing and interaction for classroom use.

Adjusting the View

• Original Size: To expand the document to the full width of your monitor, click the button resembling a piece of paper with a circle on top (second from the left in the upper right corner), and select "Original Size." This option likely defaults to "Fit to Screen." You can rotate the document to the correct orientation by using the rotate feature, accessible via a purple-blue button.

Document Handling

• Zoom In/Out: To adjust document size, you can use the minus (-) or plus (+) options. Note that zooming may only enlarge the document.

• Flip and Rotate: This feature allows you to view more of the document by flipping and rotating it on your desk, enabling a better layout for viewing widthwise or lengthwise.

Focusing Tool

• To draw attention to specific parts of a document, use the focus tool, which can be accessed by clicking the first button in the last tool group. This tool allows you to create a nice circle or other shapes around the area of interest. You can adjust the shape size, move it, and set the surrounding area to be semi-transparent. This is particularly useful for students with stimulation issues.

Shade or Blind

• A neat feature for revealing answers is the shade or blind tool. You can pull it from the top or bottom, and even the sides, to reveal answers. This tool is found in the last tool group on the toolbar.

Resolution Adjustment

• Changing Resolution: The resolution can be adjusted using the third button from the left, located in the upper right corner. This button offers different resolution options, varying in height and width, to find the best fit for your classroom. Experiment with the resolutions for optimal display.

• Zooming: For closer inspection, click the purple and blue button to zoom in (+) and see more details. If the resolution isn't perfect, try different settings for a clearer image.

• Image Adjustment: Besides resolution, you can also adjust light and contrast sensitivity for better clarity. This is done via the image adjustment tool, symbolized by a sun and contrast icon, located at the bottom left and right.