Set Opencast ad hoc event parameters

Using the Admin panel, you can set parameters that are associated with ad hoc events, including:

  • Session title: This assigns a default title for ad hoc events. Default variables specify the current date and time as the title using the format yyy-mm-dd hh:mm. This default title can be changed when an ad hoc event is created.
  • Duration: Assign a default duration for ad hoc events. This value can be changed when an ad hoc event is created.
  • Subject: This assigns a default subject for Opencast ad hoc events. This default title can be changed when an ad hoc event is created.
  • Description: This assigns a default description for Opencast ad hoc events. This can be changed when an ad hoc event is created.

Pearl Nano must be registered with Opencast for this procedure to work.

Enter Opencast ad hoc event parameters using the Admin panel

  1. Log in to the Admin panel as admin, see Connect to the Admin panel.
  1. From the Configuration menu, click CMS. The Content management system configuration menu opens.
  2. Under Unscheduled ad hoc events, enter the information you want associated with this ad hoc event and click Apply