For Presenters

In panel rooms and parlor suites, ISA will provide the following:

• LCD Projector
• Netbook Computer (Windows 7 - based)
• Adobe PDF Reader and Microsoft Office 2010 (includes Word and PowerPoint) software

DO NOT DISCONNECT THE ISA NETBOOK COMPUTER. Presenters are expected to bring presentations on a flashdrive that can be connected and disconnect to a Windows-based computer.

Presenters will NOT be able to use their own laptop computers. The audio visual setups in the meeting rooms must not be changed in any way.

Please note: Audio, internet and overhead projectors are NOT provided by ISA. Additional services can be purchased by individuals (at own cost).

Instructions for using Powerpoint/Adobe Reader OnSite

1. Save your presentation on a USB Flash or Thumb drive and bring it to the convention. DO NOT DISCONNECT THE ISA LAPTOP COMPUTER – this will cause the LCD projector to reset and you will have to call for technical support help! THIS WILL DELAY YOUR PANEL
2. To start your presentation, locate the USB port on the personal computing netbook. The netbook will be located on a standing podium near the LCD projector, or on a cocktail table near the Head Table. Insert the flash drive into the USB port.
3. Double-click on the FLASHDRIVE shortcut on the netbook desktop
4. Find your file and double-click on it to open
5. Keep the flashdrive plugged in during your presentation
6. When presentation is completed, close all windows and remove your flashdrive
7. DO NOT UNPLUG OR TURN OFF LAPTOP OR LCD PROJECTOR!

ISA Sponsored or Affiliate WORKSHOP CHAIRS

Audio-visual arrangements are coordinated by ISA at the start of each workshop grant awards cycle. Estimated costs needed for budgets as part of the workshop grant submission process. Workshop Chairs are responsible for the security of ISA equipment during breaks and lunch.

WORKING GROUP COORDINATORS

ISA offers basic technology services and special room set-ups for Working Groups panels and facilitates these meetings on your behalf with ISA's program chairs. ISA provides flipchart and markers for every working group session. ISA also provides an LCD projector and Windows-based netbook for the 1st meeting day. Any equipment or technical support required above and beyond what ISA provides, including adapters or equipment that is not compliant with U.S. electrical standards or formats, will be the sole financial responsibility of the Working Group Coordinators and/or Section.

INNOVATIVE PANEL CHAIRS

ISA offers basic technology services and special room set-ups for innovative panels and facilitates these panels on your behalf with ISA's program chairs. Any equipment or technical support required above and beyond what ISA provides, including adapters or equipment that is not compliant with U.S. electrical standards or formats, will be the sole financial responsibility of the Innovative Panel Chair and/or Section.

BUSINESS MEETING AND RECEPTION ORGANIZERS

For security reasons, laptop computers and LCD projectors will be removed from all meeting rooms immediately upon conclusion of each day’s panels. Equipment will be secured during the lunch hour. If AV equipment is needed for evening functions, please be sure to indicate this on the Meeting or Reception request forms found on the convention meetings & receptions home page. Rental charges may apply.

ISA CONTACT

Please direct questions NOT COVERED in the above information to ISA's Director of Conventions, Jeanne White (JeanneWhite@isanet.org). Due to the large volume of inquiries, please allow 3-5 business days for a reply.