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Alton Day of Renewal
Spiritual Mini-Retreat
"The Charismatic Renewal is a current of grace of the Spirit for all the Church, not just for some" - Pope Francis
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"The Charismatic Renewal is a current of grace of the Spirit for all the Church, not just for some" - Pope Francis
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8. If you can't see your picture on the screen, check at the bottom left* of the screen and if there is a line through the video camera icon, click on it to open video.
9. If you hover your cursor at the top right* of the screen there is a broken square icon, Click on this to maximise the screen view.
10. Also at the top right is the word "VIEW" (or another icon*) which gives you the option to see all the participants (gallery view) or just the person who is speaking (speaker view).
11. There may be times in the meeting when you are invited to "raise your hand" to indicate you wish to speak. On a PC or smartphone, click on "Reactions" then "Raise hand." On a tablet, tap on ...More, then "Raise Hand."
Please note: participants' permission to use share screen, and record facilities on zoom has been blocked. It is illegal for you to take photos of participants from your screen and publish them in any way.
Chat function will be disabled most of the meeting, but will be allowed for part of the time. You will only be allowed to send messages to everyone or the host.
*These locations may vary on different computers. On touch-screen devices like phones and tablets, you need to tap the screen for the icons to appear. Useful tablet tips HERE
Troubleshooting: See below for some tips If you have persistent trouble logging in to meetings, uninstalling and reinstalling the Zoom client app might help. Follow the steps on THIS TROUBLESHOOTING PAGE
IN ADVANCE
1. If you are not yet using Zoom, download the latest version of the Zoom App. to your computer or mobile device. You can download Zoom HERE Before each meeting, always check you have the latest version of Zoom. This will help prevent problems at log in or during the meeting.
2. Please register for the meeting in advance EACH MONTH on the THIS MONTH page and we will send you by return the link to the the meeting. We will also send it again the day before the meeting as a reminder. N.B. Once you have registered, please do not forward the joining link for the meeting to other people, as they have to register with their own details in advance. (Otherwise they will appear in the meeting under your name, which is confusing!)
3. Familiarise yourself with how zoom works by looking at instructions and tutorials on using zoom on a computer, phone or tablet HERE
4. Please do not leave it till the day of the meeting to register. If you have problems with registration on the day, we will not be able to help you.
ON THE DAY
5. At around 9.50 on the day, click on the blue "Join Meeting" link in the confirmation email you will have received. This should take you straight in to the Zoom meeting. You will not need an ID or passcode. Please note you will not be able to join the meeting by going into your Zoom app first.
6. If you are asked to enable video/webcam and audio, click on yes or accept. Your microphone should be automatically muted. Please do not unmute unless you are asked to.
7. Once you're in the meeting, if you can't hear anyone, check that your audio volume is turned up. If you need subtitles, click on the "CC" button and follow instructions,
Although Zoom meetings are in many ways not as good as face-to-face, they do have many advantages, especially for participants who find travelling difficult, and for those who don't have access to this type of meeting locally. Since ADoRE has been on Zoom, we have built a widespread community with participants across the UK and also many other countries worldwide.
TESTIMONIES ABOUT ZOOM ADORE MEETINGS
"The whole experience of the ZOOM meeting is very comforting and keeps me feeling alive and well in the Spirit."
"Thank you for sending me the invitation to join the zoom service. It was a good experience. Hoping to attend more of these services in the coming months."
More Testimonies HERE
1. Check Your Internet Connection
A poor or unstable internet connection is the most common cause of low-quality video, as Zoom automatically adjusts resolution to manage bandwidth.
Use a wired connection: Connect your computer directly to your router with an Ethernet cable for a more stable and faster connection than Wi-Fi.
Limit other activity: Close other applications and stop other devices on your network from consuming large amounts of bandwidth (e.g., streaming, large downloads) during your meeting.
Check bandwidth: Ensure your internet speeds meet Zoom's requirements (e.g., 2.6 Mbps down/1.8 Mbps up for 720p HD).
2. Optimize Your Physical Environment
Good lighting and a clean setup significantly enhance video clarity.
Improve lighting: Position a light source (like a window or desk lamp) in front of you, not behind you. Even, front-facing light helps the camera capture a clear image.
Clean your webcam lens: A simple smudge can cause blurriness. Gently clean the lens with a soft cloth. Use a simple background: Cluttered backgrounds can distract the camera and use more processing power if you're using virtual background features
3. Adjust Zoom's Video Settings
Configure Zoom to prioritize quality when possible.
Enable HD video:
Open the Zoom desktop app and click your profile picture, then Settings.
Go to the Video & effects tab.Under the Camera tab, check the box for Enable HD. (Note: 1080p may require a paid plan and additional settings adjustments via the Zoom web portal).
Adjust for low light: In the same Video & effects settings, use the Adjust for low light toggle, set to Auto or Manual, to brighten your video in dark environments.
Disable non-essential effects: Features like "Touch up my appearance" or virtual backgrounds can sometimes strain your computer's CPU and reduce overall video performance, especially on lower-end machines. Try disabling them if the problem persists.
Optimize screen sharing: If screen shares are blurry, try disabling the "Optimize for video clip" checkbox in the screen share dialog, as this often resolves clarity issues for static documents/slides.
4. Troubleshoot Software and Hardware
If the issue persists, perform basic troubleshooting steps:
Update everything: Ensure your Zoom desktop app, operating system (Windows or macOS), and graphics/camera drivers are all updated to their latest versions.
Restart your computer: This can resolve temporary glitches or conflicts. Reinstall Zoom: Uninstalling and reinstalling the Zoom client can fix corrupted software issues.
Test your camera: Check if your camera works clearly in other applications (like the built-in Camera app in Windows or Photo Booth on a Mac) to determine if the issue is specific to Zoom or your camera hardware
