The Diocese of Dunedin is able to offer a virtual meeting room for people who need to get together, but where distance may be a barrier.
This is through a subscription we have to Zoom - see https://zoom.us/
We also have an alternative teleconference number as a back up (see the end of this article for details)
The following video gives a brief introduction on what Zoom looks and feels like: https://youtu.be/BGH1y70zSkg
How do I use Zoom?
If you have a computer, laptop or other device (mobile telephone, tablet) that has a camera and speakers, you can join in a meeting with others. NB: it is best to be connected to the internet in some way, or you may put a significant dent in your mobile data plan!
Firstly, get a free Zoom account. This will allow you to join a meeting easily if someone sends you a link to it. You can do this free at https://zoom.us/signup .
- Tip: Part of the process involves giving an email address for an activation email. This works best if you are signing up from a device (phone, computer etc) that you are also able to receive this email from. Once you have activated your account, you can sign in from any device using your activation email and password.
- Have a look at the bottom of the sign up page, there are links in the Downloads menu for apps you can install. If you are on a PC or laptop, download the Meetings client. You will see also links to Android and iPhone/iPad apps (you can search for them in your app store, just put "Zoom" into the search box).
How do I join a meeting?
Click on the link used for all our meetings: https://zoom.us/j/6434880821
Landline phone or mobile phone: you can call using voice only (not video), dial one of the following numbers. 09 801 1188 or 04 831 8959. You will be prompted to give a meeting ID number which is 643 488 0821 #
Please note this may incur a charge if your landline or mobile plan does not give you toll calls for free
Overseas? https://zoom.us/u/dJSnw6Dh gives options for you to call a “local” number in the country you are in - use the same meeting ID number as above.
Anything to keep an eye on?
Make sure you look at what is on the Zoom screen - is your microphone working and your camera turned on? There are controls there where you can fix any problems on the bottom part of the screen. Zoom has some tutorials that you may find helpful.
Want to set up a meeting for yourself?
If you are signed up for Zoom you can organise a one-to-one meeting with any other person also signed up to Zoom - all for free.
If you want to organise a meeting with more people connecting, contact Andrew Metcalfe for assistance: registrar@calledsouth.org.nz, telephone 03 488-0821. We can arrange this using our Zoom account.
Alternative Teleconference Option
For users inside the Dunedin Board room, dial 888 and enter the pin number 5698#
For external participants wanting to join a teleconference, dial 03 488 0827. When prompted, enter the pin number 5698#