Creating an Echo360 Recording Using Universal Capture vs. Browser Capture

This article details the process of creating ad hoc Echo360 recordings, or "captures" using both Echo360's dedicated Universal Capture software and browser capture.

In addition to scheduled lecture capture, Echo360 can also be used to create ad hoc and/or asynchronous captures. There are two methods used to create recordings using Echo360; through Universal Capture, Echo360's desktop application and Browser capture, using a web-based interface.

Universal Capture desktop application

This link provides a video guide for installing Universal Capture on a user's personal device:

https://smcvt.instructure.com/courses/11605/pages/installing-the-echo360-personal-recorder?module_item_id=172812

For a direct download link: Universal Capture Desktop Application

Browser Capture

In-browser capture is relatively new to Echo360 and does not require users to install any software. 

This link will open the browser capture interface: Browser Capture

Configuration

With both methods, users will need to first specify a few things prior to creating a capture. 

1. Designate a "Publish to" location. This drop-down menu should populate with the user's enrolled Canvas courses. The default will send the capture to your Echo360 library - found here: Echo360 Library
2. Ensure that the desired sources selected: ie. Display, Camera and microphone. These are all accessible from their dedicated drop-down menus.

Once these settings are as established, the user is ready to press the record button and create their capture. 

Included below are two screen shots for reference:

Universal Capture

 

Browser Capture