Next Gen Development for Millennium

III announced the next generation of development for Millennium at the recent Innovative Users Group Conference. The Sierra Services Platform features a modern programming architecture including a fully relational database. Review yesterday’s press release @ http://iii.com for details.

The new platform includes a new integrated client which will provide full Millennium functionality upon migration (unlike Millennium, in which modules were introduced in successive releases). The client employs a single pull-down menu to access functions rather than the current complex assortment of modules and modes assigned by a user login. III emphasized that this is not a new product but a move to a sustainable architecture to improve continuing development.

MatLab Upgraded on ROHAN

Rohan has upgraded the Matlab license file from R2010b to R2011a.

Matlab R2011a can be downloaded from http://rohan.sdsu.edu/iso for on
campus computers.

Pickin' your seat @SDSULibrary ? Get the Electric Chair!

These new chairs were recently installed in several locations throughout the Love Library building. 
In addition to being comfy leather seats with a rotating desktop space perfect for writing or typing, they also have a convenient pop-out module with an electric plug at just the right height. 
Use the outlet to feed all your power hungry gadgets.
Sure beats plopping down on the floor next to a random wall outlet!

Is that a Pico Projector Portfolio in you Pocket?

Last summer we were all pretty underwhelmed with the AAXA pico-projector model that we purchased. Mostly due to the low output and a very limited battery life.

At EDUCAUSE 2010 in Anaheim we got some hands-on time with these two models by Optoma. They each seemed a lot more promising, take a look at the reviews linked.

Optoma PK301 Pico Pocket Projector
            http://www.pcmag.com/article2/0,2817,2363052,00.asp?tab=FullReview
           http://www.projectorcentral.com/Optoma-Pico_PK301.htm

 Optoma PK201 Pico Pocket Projector
            http://www.projectorcentral.com/Optoma-Pico_PK201.htm
            http://www.projectorcentral.com/optoma_PK201_pico_projector_review.htm



There's also a small sized "Portfolio" carrying case that has a built in 15.5" " diagonal Projector Screen 

Dimensions 14.25" x 2" x 10.75"
Weight 2.2 lbs
Part #BK-PK30DF
UPC Code:796435 09 010 4

• Project images of up to 15.5" diagonal onto built-in matte white screen
• Includes convenient mini tripod
•  Store and protect your Pico projector in the dedicated pocket
• Separate accessories pocket for Pico projector essentials
• Transport your netbook and important documents in the expandable sleeve
• Sleek design in black leatherette

I'd also suggest picking up an HDMI To Mini HDMI + Mini HDMI To Mini HDMI Cable 1m) for the PK201 and PK301 Part #BC-PK3AHMK  ( http://www.amazon.comOptoma-BC-PK3AHMK-Cable-PK201-PK301/dp/tech-data/B003F8Q6SE )

The vendor's Pico Projector site gives lots more good specs & details: http://www.optomausa.com/pico.asp

palm-sized wireless mouse & keyboard combination device(s)

A palm sized wireless mouse & keyboard combination would be great not only for our smart classroom instructor podiums, but also to accompany the large-ish "viewing screens" such as the one recently installed in Special Collections.

The following are three devices I've researched that may meet our needs:

• ProMini Wireless Keyboard with Trackpad - either bluetooth or traditional 2.4ghz wireless
  $46.00  on Amazon: http://www.amazon.com/2-4GHz-Wireless-Keyboard-TouchPad-Pointer/dp/B003I60MBU
  $69.00 on ThinkGeek: http://www.thinkgeek.com/computing/keyboards-mice/e0e7/

• Lenovo Multimedia Remote with Keyboard - 2.4ghz wireless
  I had some hands on @ EduCAUSE in Anahiem, but not great reviews online.
  $46.00 http://www.amazon.com/Lenovo-Multimedia-Remote-with-Keyboard/dp/B0036VO67I/ref=pd_sim_e_4

 

• Logitech diNovo Mini - bluetooth only
  $115.00 http://www.amazon.com/Logitech-920-000594-diNovo-Mini/dp/B0011FOOI2/ref=pd_cp_e_3