June 15, 2000

New SmartClass software suite delivers upgraded student log-in facilities, enhanced audio-sharing features and an improved graphical user interface

SmartClass 3.1 software and revision 8.2 controller/terminal firmware respond to client feedback for new and enhanced capabilities

Montreal, Canada, June 15, 2000 – Today, Robotel, a leading global supplier of interactive, multimedia, classroom control systems, introduced new system software for its SmartClass computer classroom collaboration products.

Something for Everyone

"The SmartClass 3.1 software suite includes a broad range of new features and capabilities that will benefit every SmartClass system user," says Gerry Sullivan, Robotel's Director of Product Management. "It has new teaching tools for standard computer classrooms, language labs and distance learning. Much greater emphasis has been placed on capturing and managing student attendance and performance data—and making this information available to the user in a clear and usable graphical format."

New Capabilities

• Flexible student log-in and log-out privileges
• Student names added to control interface
• Expanded quiz information capture and presentation
• Graphical display of student attendance and quiz results
• True/False Rapid Student Survey support
• Third-party quiz authoring software support via Direct-X
• Enhanced student record export capabilities
• Team Leader support
• Audio Pairing support for language labs
• New hands-free Forum group audio discussion
• USB keyboard/mouse switching support
• Extended dual-mode addressing support for up to 256 stations
• Short-cut menu for application sharing in distance learning environments
• Expanded user interface language support (English, French, German, Spanish)
• Configuration support for accessing/hiding any major system function
• Streamlined installation wizard for the complete SmartClass 3.1 software suite
• CD-ROM based software distribution

SmartClass 3.1 Software Suite

The SmartClass software suite comprises three main components, which can be used individually or in combination. These components are:

• SCVI SmartClass Visual Interface (Graphical User Interface)
• SCTA SmartClass Teacher Assistant (class management)
• SCDL SmartClass Distance Learning (distance learning support)

Robotel

Robotel is a global supplier of interactive, multimedia classroom control systems for educational, corporate and government applications. With nearly 20 years of experience as a manufacturer of teaching tools, Robotel is a leader in the educational and training systems market. The firm boasts a top-rated customer services team and has installed numerous systems to serve the ongoing needs of its customers. The company is based in Montreal, Canada and has an established distribution network covering North America, Europe, Latin America, Asia and the Middle East.

For more information on SmartClass 3.1 Software, visit the company web site at www.robotel.ca, or contact Robotel at (800) 964-1448.