Elluminate
Elluminate is a live web conferencing tool that SCC may use for live classes, live office hours, or as a back-up plan to continue instruction if the college closes due to an emergency.
For an introduction to Elluminate, view this 5 Minute Orientation Video.
How To Get Started
Get a headset
- Elluminate works best if you have a headset with a microphone. Headsets are available in the Library Media/Circulation area and can be checked out by students for a quarter. Headsets are available for purchase in the SCC Bookstore for a nominal cost.
- Get your headset working with the computer you will use when launching Elluminate. To test your headset, go to Elluminate Support and follow the first two steps. In step two, you may have to wait a few minutes for the Configuration Room to load — it's ready when you see Welcome to the Elluminate Live Configuration Room.
- You might have to adjust your computer settings to work with your headset.
Log into your instructor's Elluminate room
- The instructor will send you a URL / web address that you need to click to enter the Elluminate room.
- Log in with your first and last name
- Every time you use Elluminate, do an Audio Setup Wizard:
Tools > Audio > Audio Setup Wizard
Important: Plan extra time to sign in early to check Java and audio issues. Otherwise, you can lose the first part of your session taking care of technology issues. Do the Elluminate software check before the session begins.
Technical Information
Technical Support is available through the
Elluminate Help Desk
or the WashingtonOnline 24x7 Support Center where you can find FAQs, submit a support ticket, or get help via live chat or phone.
Requirements
- Elluminate confirms browser compatibility for:
Internet Explorer, Firefox, Safari.
- Elluminate has a Java software check. Users must be able to download Java.
- Webcams are encouraged, but are not necessary to use Elluminate.
- If you want to use the Voice over IP (VoIP) feature of Elluminate, you should use a headset with a microphone. Headsets also are available for checkout in the Library Media/Circulation area and can be checked out for a quarter. Headsets are available for purchase in the SCC Bookstore for a nominal cost.
- Microphones, while inexpensive and easy to install, may require a compatible sound card on some older machines.
