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Getting Started with Centra: Your Computer
Before you use Centra, make sure your computer satisfies the following requirements
| Windows 98, Me, NT 4.0,
2000, XP Internet Explorer 5.0 and later. Netscape 4.5x, 4.7x, 7.0 or later (SSL events require IE 5.01 or later) 56 kbps or faster Internet connection P300+ MHz, 64+ MB memory 800x600 or higher display resolution |
Additionally, if you plan to use Voice on Centra You will need need to have a sound card, speakers, and a microphone.
Automatic System Check
To check your system automatically you must first log in to your assigned Centra domain. Select System Check from the menu at the top of the screen. This will launch Centra's system check in a new window. Users with Pop-up window blocking software may need to temporarily disable this feature.

Once you are on the System Check page, click the start button to begin.
Centra checks your browser, network connection and audio capabilities one at a time. Between each check you must prompt Centra to Continue. The audio check requires that you test out the speakers and microphone on your system. Follow the prompts to set your playback and recording volume levels. Make sure you do not select voice activated at the bottom of the screen which asks you to choose speaker or headset mode. If you select this option, your breathing could inadvertently activate the microphone. If you have problems you should check your audio manually. Click exit to end the system check once it has completed. |
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Manual System Check
To determine your Windows version, your central processing unit (CPU), and the amount of RAM you have installed: Right click the desktop icon labeled My computer and select Properties. Under the general tab you'll find your operating system (Win 98, Me, NT, XP or 2000) and the amount of RAM installed. You can also refer to the written documentation that came with your computer.
To determine the screen resolution (size) and color depth you are currently showing: Right click the desktop, select Properties, and then click the Settings tab. You should have at least 256 colors under the Color Pallet box, and 800 X 600 pixels under Desktop Area box. Higher settings for both are fine.
To determine the browser version, open IE or Netscape, go to the Help menu at the top and select About Internet Explorer or About Communicator. A page or box will open indicating your current browser version.
To determine the sound card installed on your system (most modern
multimedia computers come equipped with a 16 bit sound card)
refer to your written documentation that came with your computer.
If, during audio wizard tuning, you can't hear a voice during Play or your voice after Record please follow these steps:
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