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*You will automatically be moved to the AFK & Idle channel if Mumble detects no activity on your computer for at least 4 hours.  Everybody is automatically muted in that channel, so you can also move yourself there if you desire peace and quiet

*You can create your own channels for EVE purposes (in the On-Demand Channels section) or for any non-EVE gaming purposes (in the Non-EVE Gaming section) by right-clicking on the relevant section and choosing Add.  These are temporary channels, you will have admin powers and once the last person leaves the channel will disappear.

== Setting a Command Channel push-to-talk ==

As stated in the previous section: if, when you join a channel, the channel name becomes ''italicized'', then your current channel is linked to the other ''italicized'' channels, and your normal PTT button you set up during Mumble installation will talk to everybody in every currently ''italicized'' channel.

Our fleet channels cand be found in the Ivy League Navy part of the Mumble server, containing 10 separate fleet channels, from Alpha to Juliet.  These fleet channels contain two sub-channels, the main fleet channel named (e.g.) ''Delta ''and a sub-channel named''Command.''  As you probably already realised, if you are in a command position such as SC, WC or a Scout (or if the FC tells you to get into command chat), you should join the Command sub-channel, whilst normal fleet members should join the parent channel.

The two channels are linked, which means the normal PTT talks to both.  Therefore fleet members do not need any special PTT key, your normal PTT you set up during Mumble installation talks to everyone in the fleet.  If you are in Command, you will need another PTT key that talks only to the current channel.  To set that up, go to Configure -> Settings -> Shortcuts, which will pop up a window that looks like this:

[[Image:Mumble3.png]]

You should already see your existing push-to-talk key set up.  It's a good idea to check the ''Suppress'' box on any shortcuts, as that will prevent other applications from recognising your key and performing unforseen tasks you had not expected (e.g. warp scrambling stargates).

#Click the Add button in the bottom left, which will bring up a new ''Unassigned'' shortcut in the window.

#Click the word ''Unassigned'' and select ''Whisper/Shout ''from the drop-down list.

#Click the word ''Empty'' next to it, which should cause a [...] button to appear next to that - click that [...] button to open a new Whisper Target window. [[Image:Shortcut 1.png]]

#Make that new Whisper Target window look like this (i.e. Shout to Channel box ticked at the top, and Current channel highlighted), and then click OK.  The ''Shout to Linked channels'' and ''Shout to subchannels'' should be clear. [[Image:Whisper current target.png]]

#Finally click the Shortcut column of your new shortcut and press the key you wish to use.

#You now have a Command chat key set up for fleet channels!

Note that it will only talk to Command chat if you yourself are also in Command.  If you are in the general fleet channel it will talk to the general fleet ONLY, i.e. not Command.  You can also use this key in any channels that are linked together (e.g. Public Lounge and Combat Lounge) - it will only talk to the current channel, and not the linked channels.  Speaking of which...

=== Combat and Public Lounge ===

These two channels in Mumble are linked.  The combat lounge is restricted to those people actually in EVE University; however the public lounge is open to ''anyone'' with an account on the EVE University forums - i.e. any EVE Online player in the whole galaxy can join our Mumble server.

This is important when it comes to communicating information about university fleets or war information.  You normal push-to-talk will of course talk to both channels, and you should use that to chat in these two channels.  However, the Combat Lounge section serves an important purpose, and that is announcing upcoming fleets (or other confidential fleet/war information).

Whilst in the Combat Lounge you can use your Command chat push-to-talk key to talk to ''only ''the Combat Lounge in order to announce upcoming fleets, or asking confidential questions concerning fleets or current wars.  This should not be used for general chatting, and should only be used for fleet announcements or confidential war/fleet questions.  Use of the command chat key in this case should be kept short and clear, as those in the Public Lounge are liable to talk over you.

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== ~~Channel Structure for Ivy League Navy~~ ==

== Setting up an EWAR token ==

One of the great advantages of Mumble over Teamspeak is the ability for squad members and their SC to talk amongst themselves, without clogging up comms for the rest of the fleet - in the '''Structured''' fleet channel, ZZ Alpha Fleet. This can be invaluable for bait squads and instructing new members. In order for this to work however, it requires people to be in the right channel and everyone should have their keys set up correctly.  For small fleets this can be a bit overly-elaborate, so we also run '''Semi-structured''' channels for most fleet operations - fleet channels Alpha to Juliet.

If you intend to fly an EWAR Ship make sure to look at [https://docs.google.com/document/d/1lmulCWzEalVg3P53OonshWNhEx28CZZgpTWM56NE_l4/edit?hl=en&authkey=CJik4e4I&pli=1 this guide] by Remric and setup an EWAR token as described there.

An important note to start off on: if, when you join a channel, the channel name becomes ''italicized'', then your current channel is linked to the other ''italicized'' channels, and your normal PTT button you set up during Mumble installation will talk to everybody in every currently ''italicized'' channel.

~~ ~~

~~=== Semi-structured fleet channels ===~~

Semi-structured fleet channels - such as contain two channels, the main fleet channel named (e.g.) ''Delta Squad'' and a sub-channel name (e.g.) ''Delta Command.''  As you probably already realised, if you are in a command position such as SC, WC or a Scout (or the FC tells you to get into command chat), you should join the Command sub-channel, whilst normal fleet members should join the parent Squad channel.  This sort of fleet channel is useful for medium sized fleets (e.g. one or two wings).

The two channels are linked, which means the normal PTT talks to both.  Therefore fleet members do not need any special PTT key, your normal PTT you set up during Mumble installation talks to everyone in the fleet (yes, even those in Command).  If you ~~are in Command, you will need another PTT key that talks only~~ to ~~the current channel.  To set that up, go~~ to ~~Configure -> Settings -> Shortcuts, which will pop up a window that looks like this: ~~

[[~~Image~~:~~Mumble3~~.~~png]]~~

~~Although on yours, you should see only your current push-to-talk key already set up in the Shortcuts window, as you haven't set up any others yet~~.  It's a good idea to check the ''Suppress'' box on any shortcuts, as that will prevent other applications from recognising your key and performing unforseen tasks you had not expected (e.g. warp scrambling stargates).

~~#Click the Add button in the bottom left, which will bring up a new ''Unassigned'' shortcut in the window. ~~

~~#Click the word ''Unassigned'' and select ''Whisper~~/~~Shout ''from the drop-down list. ~~

~~#Click the word ''Empty'' word next to it, which should cause a (...) button to appear next to that - click that to open a new Whisper Target window. [[Image:Shortcut 1.png]] ~~

#Make that new Whisper Target window look like this (i.e. Shout to Channel box ticked at the top, and Current channel highlighted), and then click OK.  The ''Shout to Linked channels'' and ''Shout to subchannels'' should be clear</~~u>. [[Image:Whisper current target.png]] ~~

~~#Finally click the Shortcut column of your new shortcut and press the key you wish to use.~~

~~#You now have a Command chat key set up for the semi-structured fleet channels! ~~

~~Note that it will only talk to Command chat if you yourself are also in Command.~~&~~nbsp; If you are in the general fleet channel it will talk to the general fleet ONLY, i.e. not Command.~~&~~nbsp; You can also use~~ this ~~key in any channels that are linked together (e.g. Public Lounge and Combat Lounge) - it will only talk to the current channel, and not the linked channels. ~~

~~ ~~

~~== Channel Properties for the Public and Combat Lounges ==~~

Both the Public Lounge and the Combat Lounge are linked on the Mumble server so that both channels can both listen to and speak to each other without having to move yourself between the channels, but there is a restriction on who can be in each channel. Anyone that has a forum account with EVE University's website can access the Mumble server, and the Public Lounge is the equivalent of the public E-UNI chat channel (specifically E-UNI, not Chat.E-UNI) as it is open to anybody regardless of membership. Essentially, Mumble users that are not corporation members with EVE University are restricted from entering the Combat Lounge. This is very important regarding communication that needs to follow the Operational Security rules and guidelines, as discussed here: [[Operational Security]].

~~=== Safely and Securely Announcing Fleets in Mumble's Combat Lounge Channel ===~~

~~The process to announce a potential fleet in Mumble that is in accordance with the Operational Security rules and guidelines is the following:~~

*First check that you are in the Combat Lounge channel on the Mumble server, and ~~that you have your Mumble shortcut for semi-structured fleet channels. You can view how to do this in the [[Mumble#Semi-structured_fleet_channels|previous section of this page]].~~

*If you're in the Combat Lounge channel you can use your command channel shortcut to speak to only those in the current channel about potential fleet activity. It's best to do this while avoiding anyone else talking over Mumble, as Public Lounge will not be able to hear your message and may speak over you. So please try to keep the message brief and clear so it has the best chance of getting across effectively to those in the Combat Lounge.

~~== Setting up an EWAR token ==~~

If you intend to fly an EWAR Ship make sure to look at [https://docs.google.com/document/d/1lmulCWzEalVg3P53OonshWNhEx28CZZgpTWM56NE_l4/edit?hl=en&authkey=CJik4e4I&pli=1 this guide] by Remric and setup an EWAR token as described there.

== Troubleshooting ==

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 *You will automatically be moved to the AFK &amp; Idle channel if Mumble detects no activity on your computer for at least 4 hours.&nbsp; Everybody is automatically muted in that channel, so you can also move yourself there if you desire peace and quiet
 *You can create your own channels for EVE purposes (in the On-Demand Channels section) or for any non-EVE gaming purposes (in the Non-EVE Gaming section) by right-clicking on the relevant section and choosing Add.&nbsp; These are temporary channels, you will have admin powers and once the last person leaves the channel will disappear.
+<br>
+== Setting a Command Channel push-to-talk<br>  ==
+As stated in the previous section: if, when you join a channel, the channel name becomes ''italicized'', then your current channel is linked to the other ''italicized'' channels, and your normal PTT&nbsp;button you set up during Mumble installation will talk to everybody in every currently ''italicized'' channel.<br>
+Our fleet channels cand be found in the Ivy League Navy part of the Mumble server, containing 10 separate fleet channels, from Alpha to Juliet.&nbsp; These fleet channels contain two sub-channels, the main fleet channel named (e.g.) ''Delta ''and a sub-channel named''Command.''&nbsp; As you probably already realised, if you are in a command position such as SC, WC or a Scout (or if the FC&nbsp;tells you to get into command chat), you should join the Command sub-channel, whilst normal fleet members should join the parent channel.<br>
+The two channels are linked, which means the normal PTT talks to both.&nbsp; Therefore fleet members do not need any special PTT key, your normal PTT you set up during Mumble installation talks to everyone in the fleet.&nbsp; If you are in Command, you will need another PTT key that talks only to the current channel.&nbsp; To set that up, go to Configure -&gt; Settings -&gt; Shortcuts, which will pop up a window that looks like this:<br>
+[[Image:Mumble3.png]]
+You should already see your existing push-to-talk key set up.&nbsp; It's a good idea to check the ''Suppress'' box on any shortcuts, as that will prevent other applications from recognising your key and performing unforseen tasks you had not expected (e.g. warp scrambling stargates).<br>
+#Click the Add button in the bottom left, which will bring up a new ''Unassigned'' shortcut in the window.<br>
+#Click the word ''Unassigned'' and select ''Whisper/Shout ''from the drop-down list.<br>
+#Click the word ''Empty'' next to it, which should cause a [...] button to appear next to that - click that [...] button to open a new Whisper Target window.<br>[[Image:Shortcut 1.png]]<br><br>
+#Make that new Whisper Target window look like this (i.e. Shout to Channel box ticked at the top, and Current channel highlighted), and then click OK.&nbsp; The ''Shout to Linked channels'' and ''Shout to subchannels'' should be <u>clear</u>.<br>[[Image:Whisper current target.png]]<br><br>
+#Finally click the Shortcut column of your new shortcut and press the key you wish to use.
+#You now have a Command chat key set up for fleet channels!<br>
+Note that it will only talk to Command chat if you yourself are also in Command.&nbsp; If you are in the general fleet channel it will talk to the general fleet ONLY, i.e. not Command.&nbsp; You can also use this key in any channels that are linked together (e.g. Public Lounge and Combat Lounge) - it will only talk to the current channel, and not the linked channels.&nbsp; Speaking of which...<br>
+=== Combat and Public Lounge<br>  ===
+These two channels in Mumble are linked.&nbsp; The combat lounge is restricted to those people actually in EVE University; however the public lounge is open to ''anyone'' with an account on the EVE University forums - i.e. any EVE Online player in the whole galaxy can join our Mumble server.<br>
+This is important when it comes to communicating information about university fleets or war information.&nbsp; You normal push-to-talk will of course talk to both channels, and you should use that to chat in these two channels.&nbsp; However, the Combat Lounge section serves an important purpose, and that is announcing upcoming fleets (or other confidential fleet/war information).<br>
+Whilst in the Combat Lounge you can use your Command chat push-to-talk key to talk to ''only ''the Combat Lounge in order to announce upcoming fleets, or asking confidential questions concerning fleets or current wars.&nbsp; This should <u>not</u> be used for general chatting, and should only be used for fleet announcements or confidential war/fleet questions.&nbsp; Use of the command chat key in this case should be kept short and clear, as those in the Public Lounge are liable to talk over you.<br>
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 <br>
-== Channel Structure for Ivy League Navy  ==
+== Setting up an EWAR token  ==
-One of the great advantages of Mumble over Teamspeak is the ability for squad members and their SC to talk amongst themselves, without clogging up comms for the rest of the fleet - in the '''Structured''' fleet channel, ZZ&nbsp;Alpha Fleet. This can be invaluable for bait squads and instructing new members. In order for this to work however, it requires people to be in the right channel and everyone should have their keys set up correctly.&nbsp; For small fleets this can be a bit overly-elaborate, so we also run '''Semi-structured''' channels for most fleet operations - fleet channels Alpha to Juliet.<br>
+If you intend to fly an EWAR Ship make sure to look at [https://docs.google.com/document/d/1lmulCWzEalVg3P53OonshWNhEx28CZZgpTWM56NE_l4/edit?hl=en&authkey=CJik4e4I&pli=1 this guide] by Remric and setup an EWAR token as described there.
-An important note to start off on: if, when you join a channel, the channel name becomes ''italicized'', then your current channel is linked to the other ''italicized'' channels, and your normal PTT&nbsp;button you set up during Mumble installation will talk to everybody in every currently ''italicized'' channel.<br>
-<br>
-=== Semi-structured fleet channels  ===
-Semi-structured fleet channels - such as contain two channels, the main fleet channel named (e.g.) ''Delta Squad'' and a sub-channel name (e.g.) ''Delta Command.''&nbsp; As you probably already realised, if you are in a command position such as SC, WC or a Scout (or the FC&nbsp;tells you to get into command chat), you should join the Command sub-channel, whilst normal fleet members should join the parent Squad channel.&nbsp; This sort of fleet channel is useful for medium sized fleets (e.g. one or two wings).<br>
-The two channels are linked, which means the normal PTT talks to both.&nbsp; Therefore fleet members do not need any special PTT key, your normal PTT you set up during Mumble installation talks to everyone in the fleet (yes, even those in Command).&nbsp; If you are in Command, you will need another PTT key that talks only to the current channel.&nbsp; To set that up, go to Configure -&gt; Settings -&gt; Shortcuts, which will pop up a window that looks like this:<br>
-[[Image:Mumble3.png]]
-Although on yours, you should see only your current push-to-talk key already set up in the Shortcuts window, as you haven't set up any others yet.&nbsp; It's a good idea to check the ''Suppress'' box on any shortcuts, as that will prevent other applications from recognising your key and performing unforseen tasks you had not expected (e.g. warp scrambling stargates).<br>
-#Click the Add button in the bottom left, which will bring up a new ''Unassigned'' shortcut in the window.<br>
-#Click the word ''Unassigned'' and select ''Whisper/Shout ''from the drop-down list.<br>
-#Click the word ''Empty'' word next to it, which should cause a (...) button to appear next to that - click that to open a new Whisper Target window.<br>[[Image:Shortcut 1.png]]<br><br>
-#Make that new Whisper Target window look like this (i.e. Shout to Channel box ticked at the top, and Current channel highlighted), and then click OK.&nbsp; The ''Shout to Linked channels'' and ''Shout to subchannels'' should be <u>clear</u>.<br>[[Image:Whisper current target.png]]<br><br>
-#Finally click the Shortcut column of your new shortcut and press the key you wish to use.
-#You now have a Command chat key set up for the semi-structured fleet channels!<br>
-Note that it will only talk to Command chat if you yourself are also in Command.&nbsp; If you are in the general fleet channel it will talk to the general fleet ONLY, i.e. not Command.&nbsp; You can also use this key in any channels that are linked together (e.g. Public Lounge and Combat Lounge) - it will only talk to the current channel, and not the linked channels.<br>
-<br>
-== Channel Properties for the Public and Combat Lounges  ==
-Both the Public Lounge and the Combat Lounge are linked on the Mumble server so that both channels can both listen to and speak to each other without having to move yourself between the channels, but there is a restriction on who can be in each channel. Anyone that has a forum account with EVE University's website can access the Mumble server, and the Public Lounge is the equivalent of the public E-UNI chat channel (specifically E-UNI, not Chat.E-UNI) as it is open to anybody regardless of membership. Essentially, Mumble users that are not corporation members with EVE University are restricted from entering the Combat Lounge. This is very important regarding communication that needs to follow the Operational Security rules and guidelines, as discussed here: [[Operational Security]].
-=== Safely and Securely Announcing Fleets in Mumble's Combat Lounge Channel  ===
-The process to announce a potential fleet in Mumble that is in accordance with the Operational Security rules and guidelines is the following:
-*First check that you are in the Combat Lounge channel on the Mumble server, and that you have your Mumble shortcut for semi-structured fleet channels. You can view how to do this in the [[Mumble#Semi-structured_fleet_channels|previous section of this page]].
-*If you're in the Combat Lounge channel you can use your command channel shortcut to speak to only those in the current channel about potential fleet activity. It's best to do this while avoiding anyone else talking over Mumble, as Public Lounge will not be able to hear your message and may speak over you. So please try to keep the message brief and clear so it has the best chance of getting across effectively to those in the Combat Lounge.
 <br>
-== Setting up an EWAR token  ==
-If you intend to fly an EWAR Ship make sure to look at [https://docs.google.com/document/d/1lmulCWzEalVg3P53OonshWNhEx28CZZgpTWM56NE_l4/edit?hl=en&authkey=CJik4e4I&pli=1 this guide] by Remric and setup an EWAR token as described there.
 == Troubleshooting  ==