Benutzerhandbuch

Dieses umfassende Handbuch hilft Ihnen, alle Funktionen von M³ zu beherrschen, von der grundlegenden Einrichtung bis hin zu fortgeschrittenen Medienpräsentationstechniken.

Erste Schritte

Herunterladen und Installieren

Laden Sie die neueste Version von der Download-Seite herunter. Sie empfiehlt die beste Version für Ihr Gerät und zeigt die neueste Version an.

Erster Start

Wenn Sie M³ zum ersten Mal starten, führt Sie ein Einrichtungsassistent durch die Konfiguration der wesentlichen Einstellungen für Ihre Versammlung:

1. Wählen Sie Ihre Oberflächensprache - Dies bestimmt, in welcher Sprache die Menüs und Schaltflächen von M³ angezeigt werden.
2. Wählen Sie den Profiltyp - Wählen Sie "Regulär" für die normale Nutzung für Zusammenkünfte oder "Sonstiges" für besondere Anlässe.
3. Konfigurieren Sie Versammlungsinformationen - Geben Sie Ihre Versammlungsdetails ein oder nutzen Sie die automatische Suchfunktion.
4. Richten Sie den Zusammenkunftsplan ein - Konfigurieren Sie die Zeiten für Ihre Zusammenkünfte unter der Woche und am Wochenende.
5. Optionale Funktionen - Konfigurieren Sie die OBS-Integration, Hintergrundmusik und andere erweiterte Funktionen.

Tipp

Nehmen Sie sich während der Einrichtung Zeit - aber Sie können diese Einstellungen später jederzeit im Einstellungsmenü ändern.

Übersicht über die Hauptoberfläche

Die Hauptoberfläche von M³ besteht aus mehreren Schlüsselbereichen:

• Navigationsleiste - Zugriff auf verschiedene Abschnitte und Einstellungen
• Kalenderansicht - Durchsuchen von Medien nach Datum
• Medienliste - Anzeigen und Verwalten von Medien für ausgewählte Daten
• Werkzeugleiste - Schneller Zugriff auf häufige Funktionen
• Statusleiste - Zeigt den Download-Fortschritt sowie den Status von Hintergrundmusik und OBS Studio-Verbindung an

Medienverwaltung

Verständnis der Kalenderansicht

Die Kalenderansicht zeigt Ihren Zusammenkunftsplan und verfügbare Medien:

• Zusammenkunftstage - Hervorgehobene Tage zeigen an, wann Zusammenkünfte geplant sind
• Medienindikatoren - Symbole zeigen an, welche Arten von Medien verfügbar sind
• Datumsnavigation - Verwenden Sie die Pfeiltasten, um zwischen Monaten zu navigieren

Organizing Media

M³ automatically organizes media by meeting type and section:

• Meeting Sections - Media is grouped by meeting parts (Public Talk, Treasures from God's Word, etc.)
• Custom Sections - You can create custom sections for additional media if no meeting is scheduled on that particular day
• Manual Sorting - Drag media items into the order you need, or reset the order when needed
• Repeated Playback - Loop a single media item or repeat every item in a section until playback is stopped manually

Hidden and Missing Media

Media can be hidden from the meeting list without deleting the automatically downloaded files. If media is hidden by mistake, use Show hidden media for the selected day.

If M³ reports missing media, first check whether the item is expected to become available closer to the meeting date. You can also add the missing item manually with the Add media menu or by dragging it into the media list.

Media Presentation

Opening the Media Player

To present media during a meeting:

1. Select the date and media item you want to present
2. Click the play button or use the keyboard shortcut
3. The media will start playing on the media display
4. Use the controls to play, pause, or navigate through media

Media Player Controls

The media player provides comprehensive controls:

• Play/Pause - Start or pause media playback
• Stop - Stop playback

• Zoom/Pan - Use mouse wheel to zoom, drag to pan (for images)
• Live Preview - When enabled, show a preview of the audience media window in the main app
• Playback Speed - When enabled in settings, adjust audio and video speed from the media item context menu

Advanced Presentation Features

Custom Timing

Set custom start and end times for media:

1. Click on the duration of a video on the top left of its thumbnail
2. Set start and end times
3. Save your changes

Zoom and Pan

For images and videos:

• Zoom In/Out - Use mouse wheel or zoom controls on the thumbnail
• Pan - Click and drag the thumbnail to move the image around
• Reset Zoom - Click to return to original zoom

Keyboard Shortcuts

Configure custom keyboard shortcuts for quick access. Note that no keyboard shortcuts are set by default.

Built-in Media Controls (when main window is focused and showing the media list):

• Tab/Shift+Tab - Navigate between media items
• Up/Down Arrow - Navigate between media items
• Space - Play/Pause media
• Escape - Stop media

Customizable Shortcuts (when enabled in settings):

• Media Window - Open/close media window
• Previous/Next Media - Navigate between media items
• Pause/Resume - Control media playback
• Stop Media - Stop media playback
• Music Toggle - Control background music

Note (*): Global shortcut - available even when the app is not focused

Display Tools

Media Display Window

The media display window is the audience-facing window. It can be placed on an external screen or used in a windowed setup depending on your equipment.

Use the display popup to:

• Show or hide the media display
• Choose the display or window type
• Select a temporary custom background instead of the yeartext
• Use an available camera as the background. This is mostly used in sign-language congregations.

Please note that custom backgrounds are temporary and are not saved after M³ quits.

Meeting Timer

When the meeting timer is enabled, M³ can show a separate timer window for timing participant parts. The timer can count up or down, show the current time, show a meeting countdown before scheduled meetings, and optionally indicate overtime or whether the meeting is ahead of or behind schedule.

The timer is a beta feature and should only be used when approved locally.

Background Music

Setting Up Background Music

Background music automatically plays before meetings and stops at the appropriate time:

1. Enable Music - Turn on background music in settings
2. Auto-Start - Music will start automatically when M³ launches, if appropriate
3. Meeting Stop - Music stops automatically before meeting start time
4. Manual Control - Use the music button in the status bar to start/stop manually
5. Restart - Resume music after meetings with one click

Zoom Integration

M³ can integrate with Zoom for automatic screen sharing:

1. Enable Integration - Turn on Zoom integration in settings
2. Configure Shortcut - Set up the screen sharing keyboard shortcut that is configured in Zoom. Make sure that the "global" checkbox is checked in Zoom.
3. Automatic Control - M³ will automatically toggle screen sharing in Zoom as needed
4. Manual Override - You can still manually control screen sharing using Zoom if needed

OBS Studio Integration

Setting Up OBS Integration

To use M³ with OBS Studio for hybrid meetings:

1. Install OBS Studio - Download and install OBS Studio
2. Enable WebSocket - Install the WebSocket plugin in OBS
3. Configure M³ - Enter OBS port and password in M³ settings
4. Set Up Scenes - Create scenes for camera, media, and other content
5. Test - Verify playback works properly

OBS Scene Management

M³ automatically switches OBS scenes during presentations:

• Camera Scene - Shows the lectern/camera view
• Media Scene - Displays media content
• Image Scene - Shows images (can be postponed if enabled)
• Automatic Switching - Scenes change based on media type and settings
• Recording Controls - If enabled, M³ can start and stop OBS recording from the OBS popup

Advanced OBS Features

Postpone Images

Enable this option to delay sharing images to OBS until manually triggered:

1. Enable "Postpone Images" in OBS settings
2. Images will only be shared when you click the button to show them using OBS Studio. This is useful for showing images to in-person audience first.

Scene Switching Behavior

Configure how M³ handles scene changes:

• Switch After Media - Automatically return to previous scene
• Remember Previous Scene - Restore the scene that was active before media

Audio Configuration for Hybrid Meetings

When using M³ with OBS Studio for hybrid meetings (in-person + Zoom), you need to configure audio settings to ensure meeting participants can hear the media:

Zoom Audio Settings

Before every meeting, you must enable Original Audio in Zoom:

1. Open Zoom and go to Settings
2. Navigate to Audio → Advanced
3. Enable "Show in-meeting option to 'Enable Original Sound'"
4. Check "Disable echo cancellation" (first checkbox)
5. Check "Disable noise suppression" (second checkbox)
6. Uncheck "Disable high-fidelity music mode" (third checkbox)
7. Before starting each meeting, click the "Original Audio" button in the meeting controls

Alternative: Share Computer Sound If Original Audio doesn't work well in your setup:

1. Before playing media, go to Advanced tab in Zoom screen sharing options
2. Check "Share computer sound"
3. Note: This option must be enabled every time you start a new Zoom session

Best Alternative: Consider using M³'s Zoom integration instead of OBS Studio, as it uses Zoom's native screen sharing which handles audio more seamlessly and doesn't require complex audio configuration.

Why Audio Configuration is Necessary

M³ plays media with sound on your computer, but this audio is not automatically transmitted through the video stream to OBS Studio. This is the same behavior you would experience with any other media player.

The audio issue is not related to M³ - it's a limitation of how OBS Studio video streaming works with Zoom. The video stream acts like a virtual camera without sound, just like a webcam, so you must explicitly configure Zoom to capture the computer's audio. This implies that your computer has two sound cards, and if this isn't the case, you probably won't be able to use the OBS Studio integration successfully.

Alternative Solution: Consider using the Zoom integration instead, as it uses Zoom's native screen and audio sharing, which handles audio more seamlessly.

Troubleshooting Audio Issues

Common Problems:

• No audio in Zoom: Check if Original Audio is enabled and properly configured
• Poor audio quality: Verify the three Original Audio checkboxes are set correctly
• Audio not working after Zoom restart: Original Audio settings must be re-enabled for each new Zoom session

Best Practices:

• Test audio configuration and sharing before meetings
• Create a checklist for audio setup
• Consider using "Share Computer Sound" as a backup option
• Consider using Zoom integration instead of OBS Studio for simpler audio handling
• Ensure all AV operators are familiar with these settings

Media Import and Management

Importing Custom Media

Add your own media files to M³:

1. File Import - Use the import button to add videos, images, or audio files
2. Drag and Drop - Drag files directly into M³
3. Folder Monitoring - Set up a watched folder for automatic imports
4. JWPUB Files and Playlists - Import publications and playlists
5. Public Talk Media (S-34 / S-34mp) - Import public talk media using S‑34 or S‑34mp JWPUB files
6. Videos from the official website - Search for videos and add them to the selected date
7. Study Bible and sign-language Bible media - Add images, videos, maps, historical references, or sign-language Bible videos for selected passages

Managing Imported Media

• Organize by Date - Assign imported media to specific dates
• Custom Sections - Create custom sections for organization
• Edit Properties - Modify titles, descriptions, and timing
• Remove Media - Delete unwanted media items

Audio Bible Import

Import audio recordings of Bible verses:

1. Click the "Audio Bible" button
2. Select the Bible book and chapter
3. Bestimmte Verse oder Versbereiche auswählen können
4. Download the audio files
5. Use them

Profile Settings Import and Export

Each profile's settings can be exported to a JSON file from Settings. Importing a profile settings file replaces the current profile's settings, which is useful when moving a setup to another computer or restoring a known configuration.

Folder Monitoring and Export

Setting Up Folder Monitoring

Monitor a folder for new media files:

1. Enable Folder Watcher - Turn on folder monitoring in settings
2. Select Folder - Choose the folder to monitor
3. Automatic Import - New files are automatically added to M³
4. Organization - Files are organized by date based on folder structure

Media Export

Automatically export media to organized folders:

1. Enable Auto-Export - Turn on media export in settings
2. Select Export Folder - Choose where to save exported files
3. Automatic Organization - Files are organized by date and section
4. Format Options - Convert files to MP4 for better compatibility

Website Presentation

Presenting the Official Website

Share the official website on external displays:

1. Open Website Mode - Click the website presentation button
2. External Display - The website opens in a new window
3. Navigation - Use the browser controls to navigate

Website Controls

• Open Website - Open a separate website window
• Start Mirroring - Show the website window in the media display for the audience
• Stop Mirroring - Stop showing the website and return to the yeartext or media display background
• Navigation - Standard browser navigation controls
• Refresh - Reload the current page
• Close - Exit website presentation mode
• Auto Return - Optionally return to the media list automatically after stopping website mirroring

Meeting Recordings

M³ can help control meeting recording, but it does not include a built-in recorder.

• OBS Recording - If OBS recording controls are enabled, use the OBS popup to start and stop OBS recording
• External Recording App - Configure keyboard shortcuts for a separate recording app, then use the meeting recordings popup to send those shortcuts
• Recording Folder - Configure a recording folder to show a quick button that opens the folder where recordings are saved

Advanced Features

Multiple Congregations

Manage multiple congregations or groups:

1. Create Profiles - Set up separate profiles for different congregations
2. Switch Profiles - Use the congregation selector to switch between profiles
3. Separate Settings - Each profile has its own settings and media
4. Shared Resources - Media files are shared between profiles whenever possible

Keyboard Shortcuts

Configure custom keyboard shortcuts for efficient operation:

1. Enable Shortcuts - Turn on keyboard shortcuts in settings
2. Configure Shortcuts - Set up shortcuts for common actions
3. Practice - Learn your shortcuts for faster operation
4. Customize - Adjust shortcuts to match your preferences

Troubleshooting

Common Issues

Media Not Downloading

• Check your meeting schedule settings
• Verify internet connection
• Check if media is available in your selected language

OBS Integration Not Working

• Verify OBS WebSocket plugin is installed
• Check port and password settings
• Ensure OBS is running

Audio Issues in Zoom/OBS

• No audio in Zoom: Enable Original Audio in Zoom settings and before each meeting
• Poor audio quality: Check the three Original Audio checkboxes (first two enabled, third disabled)
• Audio not working after restart: Original Audio must be re-enabled for each new Zoom session
• Alternative solution: Use "Share Computer Sound" option in Zoom screen sharing

Performance Issues

• Enable extra cache
• Reduce maximum resolution
• Clear old cached files
• Check available disk space
• If the app shows graphical glitches or crashes, try disabling hardware acceleration and restart M³

Language Issues

• Check media language setting
• Ensure language is available on JW.org
• Try a fallback language
• Verify interface language setting

Getting Help

If you encounter issues:

1. Check Documentation - Review this guide and other available documentation
2. Search Issues - Look for similar issues on GitHub
3. Report Problems - Create a new issue with detailed information

Best Practices

Before Meetings

1. Check Downloads - Ensure all media is downloaded
2. Test Equipment - Verify displays and audio work
3. Prepare Media - Review and organize media for the meeting; make sure no media files are missing
4. Configure Audio - For hybrid meetings, enable Original Audio in Zoom or set up "Share Computer Sound"

During Meetings

1. Stay Focused - Use the clean and distraction-free interface
2. Use Shortcuts - Master keyboard shortcuts for smooth operation
3. Monitor Audio - Keep an eye on volume levels, if that's part of your responsibilities
4. Be Prepared - Have the next media item ready
5. Verify Audio - For hybrid meetings, ensure Zoom participants can hear the media

After Meetings

1. Start Background Music - Start the playback of background music
2. Plan Ahead - Prepare for the next meeting by making sure everything is in place
3. Clean Up - Close media player when you're ready to leave

Regular Maintenance

1. Update M³ - Keep the application updated
2. Clear Cache - Periodically clear old cached files
3. Check Settings - Review and update settings as needed