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Installing / Setting Up Electa

You need to be able to install applications on the computers or devices you are planning to use. If you do not, please send a link to this article to your IT people who can.

Windows Users

Not available for Window RT or Windows Phone.

Download the Electa Windows app.

Download Windows app
Install the Electa app.
Your web browser usually has a Downloads area where you can click on the app to download. Pressing Ctrl+J (press the Ctrl key and the J key at the same time) will open your Downloads area so you can click on the Electa app to install it.
Verify that Electa is installed and your computer or device can communicate with the test classroom.

When it's time for class, go to your course in the Member Center and click on the lecture link to enter the correct classroom. Look for the Live Lectures tab/section to find those links.

You can also download Electa files and play them offline with this version of the app.

iPad Users

We can only offer limited support on the iPad. The class experience is easier on devices with larger screens. While it does work on an iPhone, the screen size makes it difficult to see and interact.

Go to iTunes App store and search for "electa live" or
Install the app.
Verify that Electa is installed and your computer or device can communicate with the test classroom.

When it's time for class, go to your course in the Member Center and click on the lecture link to enter the correct classroom. Look for the Live Lectures tab/section to find those links.

Do not sign into the app to get to your class. You must use the live lecture links in your course in the Member Center to get into the correct Virtual Classroom.

Android Tablet Users

We can only offer limited support for Android tablets. The class experience is easier on devices with larger screens. While it does work on a phone, the screen size makes it difficult to see and interact.

Go to Google Play and search for "electa live" or
Install the app.
Verify that Electa is installed and your computer or device can communicate with the test classroom.

When it's time for class, go to your course in the Member Center and click on the lecture link to enter the correct classroom. Look for the Live Lectures tab/section to find those links.

Do not sign into the app to get to your class. You must use the live lecture links in your course in the Member Center to get into the correct Virtual Classroom.

Mac Users

For Macs running OS X 10.8 (Mountain Lion) and newer

OS X 10.8 was released July 25, 2012. You have a compatible Mac if it is newer than that date. Have an older one? Check this list.

Download the Mac app
Install the app.
Verify that Electa is installed and your computer or device can communicate with the test classroom.
Click the "power" icon to exit out of the Test Virtual Classroom.

When it's time for class, go to your course in the Member Center and click on the lecture link to enter the correct classroom. Look for the Live Lectures tab/section to find those links.

You can also download Electa files and play them offline with this version of the app.

Attending Class, Webinar or Study Session

Sign into the Member Center in your web browser (Chrome, Edge, Firefox, Internet Explorer, Safari, etc.).
Go to your course or Premium Resources for a webinar or study session and click on the appropriate electa virtual classroom link. (example links below)

How to find them:
1. Courses: click on the Live Classes tab.
2. Live Webinars: click on the Webinar tab.
3. Study Sessions: click on the Study Sessions (S.S.) tab.

Upgrading Electa

Android, iPad, and iPhone

You will receive updates through Google Play or the App Store.

Windows and Macs

Your software is checked and updated every time you connect to the Virtual Classroom. If you are having trouble with a recording, you can use the button below to trigger an update.

Verify that Electa is installed and your computer or device can communicate with the test classroom.

Further Help

Need help? Read our Testing and Troubleshooting the Virtual Classroom article.