Panopto FAQs

How do I get to Panopto?

To get Panopto, visit the Fredonia Panopto site.

When opening the Panopto application, the server is also the Panopto site.

Is Panopto installed on my computer? Do I have to install Panopto?

Panopto is now installed on all faculty computers. Look for this shortcut on your desktop or search Windows for “Panopto”. If Panopto is not installed on your computer, please contact the ITS Service Center (716) 673-3407 or submit a Tracker ticket.

Also, you can install Panopto on your personal computer at home.

Do I need a computer to record a Panopto session?

No, you can install Panopto on your phone or tablet in the App Store or Google Play.

You can use the camera and microphone built into your devices to record session and share them right from the app.

NOTE: You may need to log into Panopto a few times for it to work. Issues logging into Panopto are common. Also, Microsoft MFA might need to be done a few times as well.

I don’t have a webcam on my computer. How would I get a hold of one?

The ITS Service Center provides webcams for faculty and staff that use Panopto. Please note due to the demand, webcams are available on a first come, first serve basis.

You DO NOT need video. You can record your computer screen with audio voiceover.

How do I create content?

All faculty and staff can create Panopto content saved in your “My Folder”. You can then share content with students through OnCourse.

Hit “Create” at the top of the Panopto site or Record in the Panopto application.

Contact the ITS Service Center if you log into Panopto and do not have "My Folder or "Create" button. You can also email submit a Tracker ticket.

NOTE: When recording sessions, avoid recording entire lectures/lectures longer than 30 minutes, up to an hour. Try recording a little bit at a time (5-6 minutes) to make it easier for students to grasp information.

How do I share content?

Panopto Application: Go to “Manage Recordings” at the top and select the session that you would like to share and click “Share”. Copy the link to that session and paste it into your OnCourse course.

Panopto Website: Go to “My Folder” and select the session that you would like to share and click “Share” when you hover over it. Copy the link to that session and paste it into your OnCourse course.

Can students create and share content?

Yes. Students can sign in to the Panopto site (fredonia.hosted.panopto.com) with their eServices account. They can download Panopto and create and share content with you or upload their own content (video, audio, etc.) to Panopto and share this with you.