AIM pro - Video Conference Basics

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Description: The following instructions outline the steps to starting a video conference with someone using AIM Pro.  Make sure you have a webcam installed and that your speakers work.
 

 

To make a call to another person on your AIM Pro list
Open AIM Pro and log in.

Most of the time when you start the program, it logs in immediately for you
 

Note that what the difference is between someone that is logged in and someone that isn't

 

Turn up the volume on your speakers

 

To make a video call,

 

  • Double-click the person

  • Click the Video tab

  • Click Start Call button

  • Once you click that button, your camera should kick in and you should be able to then see yourself

 


If you're having troubles getting your video to work at this point, use the following instructions:  http://www.westlake.k12.oh.us/help/KT/AIMpro/videoSettings.htm


 

When the person you called accepts the call, the video conference  begins.
To end a conference, click End Call
     

This page last updated:  Monday November 16, 2009

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Author:  Kurt Thonnings