We host seminar presentations where Canadian and international experts are given the opportunity to present their cutting-edge research. Requests to present a seminar should be directed to our seminar coordinators.
Unless specified otherwise, the seminars are held Fridays from 1-2PM, in-person in CURRIE 409 and/or virtually via Zoom. (See room details. Login required.)
Please note: CURRIE 409 is located at 475 Pine Ave W, McGill ID required for entry.
Zoom Meeting Link (when offered)
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Schedule
AV Information for Presenters
AV Connection
Video connection: HDMI (HDCP capabilities not supported)
Network Connectivity
Ethernet connection is preferred for Zoom presentations.
Projecting Content
- Ensure your laptop is turned off.
- Connect the AV cable to your laptop.
- (Optionally) Connect the network cable to your laptop.
- Press the Presentation Mode button on the AV controller.
- Press the Laptop button on each AV control panel.
- Wait a minute for the projectors to warm up.
- Turn on your laptop and configure it to present your content.
After the Presentation
Disconnect your laptop. Leave everything else as is.
Getting Help
Use the classroom telephone and press the AV systems support button on the screen after removing the receiver from the base.
You may also contact the Service Desk.
Wireless Microphone (HOLLYLAND)
Components: HOLLYLAND LARK A1
This device is the property of the Department of Biomedical Engineering.
- Receiver (RX) with USB-C connector
- Transmitter (TX, 1 of 2)
- Transmitter (TX, 2 of 2)
- Charging case
Basic Set Up
A basic set up consists of 3 steps.
1. Connect the Receiver
Connect the receiver to your computer's USB-C port (with "HOLLYLAND" visible to see the status lights.)
(Your computer may be charged via the receiver by connecting a USB-C cable to it.)
2. Attach a Transmitter (Microphone)
Attach either transmitter to yourself as illustrated below.
- Two people can each wear a microphone.
- One of the microphones may be used to mic the audience during question period.
3. Pair the Receiver to the Transmitter(s)
Press and hold the yellow button on the receiver for 3 seconds.
When paired, the receiver and any transmitter out of the charging case show solid blue indicators. Refer to LED status indicator charts below.
The microphone(s) is/are ready to use. Select the wireless microphone in your video conferencing software.
Testing Microphone Functionality
Many video conferencing apps have built-in microphone testing capabilities (e.g., Zoom, MS Teams).
Alternatively, the Mic Test website allows one to test microphone functionality by recording and playing back 30s of speech. 
Troubleshooting
If the status lights on the TX or RX are not solid blue, an advanced feature may have been inadvertently activated. Refer to the next section for instructions on how to turn off features.
Other Features
TX On/Off
Press and hold for 3 seconds to turn the TX on/off.
Pairing from the TX
With the TX in the off state, press and hold the TX button for 6 seconds to enter pairing mode.
Noise Cancellation
Single-click to toggle noise cancellation on/off. (This affects both microphones and can be done at that the TX or RX.)
Mute
TX: double-click to turn mute on/off for the single unit.
RX:
- double-click to mute TX 1
- triple-click to mute TX 2
Battery Status Indicators
