SIGGRAPH 2002 and the Henry B. Gonzalez Convention Center
offer several services during the conference to make your
week more
enjoyable.
Accessibility
The Henry B. Gonzalez Convention Center is wheelchair
accessible with plenty of ramp and elevator access. If
you have special needs or requirements, please call Conference
Management at: +1.210.582.7018.
Airport
Shuttle Service
Discounted airport shuttle service for SIGGRAPH 2002 attendees
is available through SATRANS. Arrangements can be made
directly with SATRANS 24 hours a day using this toll free
number: 800.868.7707. When you call, make sure to indicate
that you are attending the SIGGRAPH 2002 conference. Airport
shuttle coupons are available at the SIGGRAPH 2002 Information
Booth in the Bridge Lobby but are not required to receive
the discount.
Audio/Visual
Services
+1.210.582.7008
Direct all questions about audio/visual needs to this
office. For more information on audio/ visual services
for speakers, see Speaker Prep Room, Room 214A.
| Sunday,
21 July |
7 am - 7 pm |
| Monday,
22 July |
7 am - 7 pm |
| Tuesday,
23 July |
7 am - 7 pm |
| Wednesday,
24 July |
7 am - 7 pm |
| Thursday,
25 July |
7 am - 7 pm |
| Friday,
26 July |
7 am - 7 pm |
Automated
Teller Machines (ATMs)
There are several ATM machines located throughout the
lobbies of the Henry B. Gonzalez Convention Center.
Baggage Check
| Sunday,
21 July |
8:30 am - 7:30 pm
West Lobby |
| Monday,
22 July |
7:30 am - 6:30 pm
West Lobby |
| Tuesday,
23 July |
7:30 am - 6:30 pm
West Lobby |
| Wednesday,
24 July |
7:30 am - 6:30 pm
West Lobby |
| Thursday,
25 July |
7:30 am - 6:30 pm
West Lobby & Hall A |
| Friday,
26 July |
7:30 am - 6:30 pm
Hall A |
Banks/Currency
Exchange
The following banks provide Foreign Currency Exchange:
Frost Bank
100 West Houston
San Antonio, Texas 78205
+1.210.220.5651
| Monday,
22 July |
9 am - 4 pm |
| Tuesday,
23 July |
9 am - 4 pm |
| Wednesday,
24 July |
9 am - 4 pm |
| Thursday,
25 July |
9 am - 4 pm |
| Friday,
26 July |
9 am - 5 pm |
Bank of America
300 Convent
San Antonio, Texas 78205
+1.800.299.2265
| Monday,
22 July |
9 am - 4 pm |
| Tuesday,
23 July |
9 am - 4 pm |
| Wednesday,
24 July |
9 am - 4 pm |
| Thursday,
25 July |
9 am - 4 pm |
| Friday,
26 July |
9 am - 5 pm |
Beaming Stations
SIGGRAPH 2002 beaming stations deliver conference and
exhibition information to Palm OS and Pocket PC devices
throughout the Henry B. Gonzalez Convention Center.
Look for stations in the following areas:
• Hall A near Registration
• West Lobby near SIGGRAPH Village
• East Lobby near the International Center
• Bridge Lobby near SIGGRAPH 2003 Booth and Pathfinders
• Ballroom C escalator near Paper/Panel sessions
Bookstore
Park View Foyer
BreakPoint Books (BPB) offers CD-ROMs, software, and computer-related
books. Book prices are discounted 10 percent during and
up to 30 days after the conference (www.breakpointbooks.com).
Esther Dyson at the Bookstore
SIGGRAPH 2002's keynote speaker signs copies of her books:
Wednesday, 24 July, 10 - 10:45 am
See the schedule in the bookstore for other book signings
throughout the week.
| Sunday,
21 July |
6 - 8 pm |
| Monday,
22 July |
9 am - 7 pm |
| Tuesday,
23 July |
8 am - 5 pm |
| Wednesday,
24 July |
8 am - 5 pm |
| Thursday,
25 July |
8 am - 5 pm |
| Friday,
26 July |
8 am - 6 pm |
Note: All bookstore policies are those of BreakPoint Books
and not SIGGRAPH 2002.
Business
Center
East Lobby
A variety of services are offered by Mailboxes, Etc. including:
computer time rental, faxing services, and photocopying.
The Business Center also sells office supplies, phone
cards, and U.S. stamps.
Child
Care
Room 002A
Child care services are provided for SIGGRAPH 2002 attendees.
A minimum of 3 consecutive hours per child, per day is
required. Onsite accommodations are based on availability.
| Sunday,
21 July |
8
am - 5:30 pm |
| Monday,
22 July |
7:45
am - 6:15 pm |
| Tuesday,
23 July |
7:45
am - 6:15 pm |
| Wednesday,
24 July |
7:45
am - 6:15 pm |
| Thursday,
25 July |
7:45
am - 6:15 pm |
| Friday,
26 July |
7:45
am - 6:15 pm |
Conference
Management Office
Room 210
+1.210.582.7018
If you have questions regarding SIGGRAPH 2002, call or
stop by this office at anytime.
Exhibition
Management Office
Room 101A
+1.210.582.7030 If you have any questions regarding the
SIGGRAPH 2002 Exhibition, call or stop by this office
at anytime.
Exhibitor
Registration
Hall A
Exhibitors should pick up their badges at the exhibitor
registration counter, which is open during registration
hours. See Registration.
First
Aid Office
Back of Hall C
A nurse or paramedic is on duty at the first aid area.
Food
Services
Restaurants: Hall B, Hall D* & River Court Plaza (outside
Room 004)
Concession stands and food carts offering snacks and beverages
are also available throughout the convention center.
| Sunday,
21 July |
11
am - 4 pm |
| Monday,
22 July |
11
am - 4 pm |
| Tuesday,
23 July |
11
am - 4 pm |
| Wednesday,
24 July |
11
am - 4 pm |
| Thursday,
25 July |
11
am - 4 pm |
| Friday,
26 July |
11
am - 4 pm |
*Hall D restaurant is open Tuesday - Thursday.
Housing
Desk
East Lobby
If you have questions about hotel accommodations, stop
by or call the Housing desk.
| Saturday,
20 July |
6
- 8 pm |
| Sunday,
21 July |
9
am - 7 pm |
| Monday,
22 July |
8
am - 5 pm |
| Tuesday,
23 July |
8
am - 5 pm |
| Wednesday,
24 July |
8
am - 5 pm |
| Thursday,
25 July |
8
am - 5 pm |
| Friday,
26 July |
8
am - 3 pm |
Information
Desk
Bridge Lobby
For answers to your questions about SIGGRAPH 2002, stop
by the information desk. The staff can provide information
on conference programs, events, and San Antonio-related
questions.
| Saturday,
20 July |
6
- 8 pm |
| Sunday,
21 July |
8
am - 5 pm |
| Monday,
22 July |
8
am - 4 pm |
| Tuesday,
23 July |
8
am - 4 pm |
| Wednesday,
24 July |
8
am - 4 pm |
| Thursday,
25 July |
8
am - 4 pm |
| Friday,
26 July |
8
- 10 am |
International
Resources
East Lobby
+1.210.582.7036
In the International Center, members of the SIGGRAPH 2002
International Committee and a multi-lingual staff of student
volunteers are available to help international attendees
take full advantage of all conference programs, events,
and Exhibition.
| Saturday,
20 July |
5
- 8 pm |
| Sunday,
21 July |
8
am - 7 pm |
| Monday,
22 July |
8
am - 6 pm |
| Tuesday,
23 July |
8
am - 6 pm |
| Wednesday,
24 July |
8
am - 6 pm |
| Thursday,
25 July |
8
am - 6 pm |
| Friday,
26 July |
8
am - 5 pm |
Internet Access Center
Room 216
This networked area in the Henry B. Gonzalez Convention
Center provides email and Web access for all attendees.
| Sunday,
21 July |
8
am - 7 pm |
| Monday,
22 July |
8
am - 6 pm |
| Tuesday,
23 July |
8
am - 6 pm |
| Wednesday,
24 July |
8
am - 6 pm |
| Thursday,
25 July |
8
am - 6 pm |
| Friday,
26 July |
8
am - 5:30 pm |
Tables are available for laptop connection
to the Internet via 10/100 Ethernet.
Wireless
Internet Access
Wireless Internet access (802.11b) is available in select
areas of the Henry B. Gonzalez Convention Center. Select
presentations offer audience participation via wireless.
Please refer to your laptop operating system and client
adapter documentation to perform the following tasks:
- Document
all existing TCP/IP and wireless configuration information
before you make any changes.
- Configure
your laptop to use DHCP.
- Configure
your wireless adapter Network Name (SSID) to be either
blank or 's2002'.
- Disable
encryption on your wireless adapter.
The
SIGGRAPH 2002 wireless network provides open, unencrypted
communications for conference attendees. Please be aware
that these communications are not secure and can be monitored
by others.
Job Fair
Tower View Foyer
Participants as of 20 June 2002.
Dynamic Animation Systems, Inc.
HP
High Voltage Software, Inc.
LucasArts Entertainment Company LLC
Majesco Sales Inc.
Nintendo of America
Oddworld Inhabitants
Paradigm Entertainment, Inc.
Sammy Studios
Savannah College of Art and Design
| Tuesday,
23 July |
noon
- 4 pm |
| Wednesday,
24 July |
noon
- 4 pm |
Lost
and Found/Security
Office H7 (near entrance of Hall A)
+1.210.207.8500 All items found during the conference
should be turned in to the SIGGRAPH security office located
in Office H7. After the conference, all items will be
turned over to the Henry B. Gonzalez Convention Center
Administrative Office. Lost registration badges will be
held at the SIGGRAPH Special Assistance desk in Hall A.
Merchandise
Pickup Center
Hall A
Full Conference and Conference Select registrants must
pick up conference technical materials that are included
with registration at SIGGRAPH 2002. Shipping services
are available at SIGGRAPH 2002. Technical materials will
not be shipped after the conference.
| Saturday,
20 July |
6
- 8 pm |
| Sunday,
21 July |
8
am - 5 pm |
| Monday,
22 July |
8
am - 4 pm |
| Tuesday,
23 July |
8
am - 4 pm |
| Wednesday,
24 July |
8
am - 5 pm |
| Thursday,
25 July |
8
am - 6 pm |
| Friday,
26 July |
8
- 11 am |
Technical Material Sold After the Conference
SIGGRAPH 2002 Conference Proceedings (printed & CD-ROM);
Electronic Art & Animation Catalog (printed & CD-ROM);
Conference Abstracts & Applications (printed & CD-ROM);
Course Notes CD-ROM, and Video Reviews are available for
sale after the conference.
To order, contact:
ACM Order Department
800.342.6626 (Continental US and Canada)
+1.212.626.0500 (international)
+1.212.944.1318 fax
orders@acm.org
Message
Center
Bridge Lobby
+1.210.582.7000
A message center is available in the Henry B. Gonzalez
Convention Center for attendees to receive and leave messages.
| Saturday,
20 July |
noon
- 8:30 pm |
| Sunday,
21 July |
8
am - 5 pm |
| Monday,
22 July |
8
am - 6:30 pm |
| Tuesday,
23 July |
8
am - 6:30 pm |
| Wednesday,
24 July |
8
am - 6:30 pm |
| Thursday,
25 July |
8
am - 6 pm |
| Friday,
26 July |
8
am - 5 pm |
Parking
The following parking lots are located near the Henry
B. Gonzalez Convention Center:
Hemisfair Garage
600 East Market
Marina Garage
850 East Commerce
Riverband Garage
210 North Presa
For rates and hours of operation:
+1.210.207.8266
Registration
(Advance & Onsite)
Hall A
| Saturday,
20 July |
6
- 8 pm |
| Sunday,
21 July |
8
am - 5 pm |
| Monday,
22 July |
8
am - 4 pm |
| Tuesday,
23 July |
8
am - 4 pm |
| Wednesday,
24 July |
8
am - 4 pm |
| Thursday,
25 July |
8
am - 3 pm |
| Friday,
26 July |
8
- 10 am |
Special
Assistance Desk
+1.210.582.7055
Staff members at the special assistance desk can help
attendees resolve a wide range of possible problems
and concerns, including:
- Credit
card problems (validations, errors)
- Lost
badges
- Registration
corrections and upgrades
- Substitute
registration (only if authorized on company letterhead)
Restaurant
and Entertainment Information Desk
East
Lobby
The desk is staffed with individuals to assist you in
making reservations at local San Antonio restaurants and
attractions and open during the following hours:
| Saturday,
20 July |
6
- 8 pm |
| Sunday,
21 July |
noon
- 6:30 pm |
| Monday,
22 July |
9:30
am - 6:30 pm |
| Tuesday,
23 July |
9:30
am - 6:30 pm |
| Wednesday,
24 July |
9:30
am - 6:30 pm |
| Thursday,
25 July |
9:30
am - 6:30 pm |
Shipping
Desk
Hall A
A shipping desk, operated by Mailboxes, Etc., offers next-day
air, second-day air, and regular ground shipping to destination
around the world.
| Saturday,
20 July |
6
- 8 pm |
| Sunday,
21 July |
9
am - 7 pm |
| Monday,
22 July |
8
am - 5 pm |
| Tuesday,
23 July |
8
am - 5 pm |
| Wednesday,
24 July |
8
am - 5 pm |
| Thursday,
25 July |
8
am - 5 pm |
| Friday,
26 July |
8
am - 5 pm |
Shuttle Service
888.483.6707
Shuttles to Henry B. Gonzalez Convention Center
| Saturday,
20 July |
3:30
- 8:30 pm |
| Sunday,
21 July |
7:30
am - 8:30 pm |
| Monday,
22 July |
7:30
am - 9:30 pm |
| Tuesday,
23 July |
7:30
am - 9:30 pm |
| Wednesday,
24 July |
7:30
am - 9:30 pm |
| Thursday,
25 July |
7:30
am - 9:30 pm |
| Friday,
26 July |
7:30
am - 6 pm |
SIGGRAPH 2002 provides complimentary shuttle service between
most conference hotels and official conference events
at the Henry B. Gonzalez Convention Center. Complimentary
shuttle service is also provided to the Opening and Technical
Receptions. Shuttle signs and flyers are available in
your hotel and the SIGGRAPH 2002 Information Desk with
specific shuttle details for all conference events.
If you have any questions regarding the shuttle service,
contact the Shuttle Vendor directly during official shuttle
hours noted above. For assistance with handicapped shuttle
service, call 888.483.6707.
Shuttles
to Children’s Museum (sigKIDS)
305 East Houston
Attendees looking for transfers to the Children’s Museum
for the SIGGRAPH 2002 sigKIDS program should take Route
3 to the Sheraton Gunter and walk one block to the Children’s
Museum. Attendees should return to the Sheraton Gunter
for shuttles back to the Convention Center. No shuttles
will pick up or drop off at the Children’s Museum. This
route will run continuously based on the hours provided
above.
SIGGRAPH
Store
Hall A
+1.210.582.7050
The store is for casual browsers and serious shoppers.
Stop by to purchase additional technical materials plus
gifts for family, friends, and co-workers. Technical materials
and conference documentation are available for purchase
at the store. SIGGRAPH 2002 merchandise is available on
a first-come, first-served basis.
Merchandise vouchers are only valid in the Merchandise
Pickup Center located next to the SIGGRAPH Store.
Merchandise Boutique
Park View Foyer
| Monday,
22 July |
8
am - 4 pm |
| Tuesday,
23 July |
8
am - 4 pm |
| Wednesday,
24 July |
8
am - 5 pm |
| Thursday,
25 July |
8
am - 6 pm |
| Friday,
26 July |
8
- 11 am |
Speaker
Prep Room
Room 214A
+1.210.582.7065
| Saturday,
20 July |
noon
- 7 pm |
| Sunday,
21 July |
7
am - 7 pm |
| Monday,
22 July |
7
am - 7 pm |
| Tuesday,
23 July |
7
am - 7 pm |
| Wednesday,
24 July |
7
am - 7 pm |
| Thursday,
25 July |
7
am - 7 pm |
| Friday,
26 July |
7
am - 2 pm |
All
speakers must check in at the Speaker Prep Room at least
24 hours before their presentation.
Speakers and contributors should use the contributor
registration desk to pick up registration credentials
and obtain conference information. Speaker ribbons and
badge holders are available only in the Speaker Prep
Room. Speakers may use the Speaker Prep Room to prepare
for their presentations, and to preview slides. Changes
in audio/visual equipment needs in presentation rooms
should be directed to the Speaker Prep Room.
Special
Policies
- Registered
attendees under the age of 16 must be accompanied
by an adult at all times.
- Children
under 16 are not permitted in the Exhibition. Age
verification is required.
- No
cameras or recording devices are permitted at SIGGRAPH
2002. Abuse of this policy will result in the loss
of registration credentials.
- Food
and beverages cannot be brought into Electronic Theater
performances.
Technical
Session Lounge
After each technical session, join presenters and authors
for continued discussion in a comfortable, informal
lounge setting. A technical session lounge is located
outside of some technical session rooms.
Ticket
Purchase and Exchange Counter
Electronic Theater Tickets
One ticket per person is included with Full Conference
and Conference Select registrations. Every attempt is
made to accommodate your requested Electronic Theater
show. If you would like to exchange your ticket, you
may do so at this counter based on availability. All
performances include the same material.
Badged attendees may purchase up to four Electronic
Theater tickets (subject to availability) at On-site
Registration beginning at 6 pm Saturday, 27 July. Last-minute
tickets are generally available. They will be sold at
the door to the Electronic Theater one hour prior to
show time. All sales are final.
Reception Tickets
Reception tickets are also available at this counter.
The cost is $50 per person, per reception. All sales
are final.
Telephone
Numbers
Art Gallery Office
+1.210.582.7006
Audio/Visual Services
+1.210.582.7008
Computer Animation Festival Office
+1.210.582.7013
Conference Management Office
+1.210.582.7018
Creative Applications Lab Office
+1.210.582.7014
Educators Program Office
+1.210.582.7026
Emerging Technologies Office
+1.210.582.7027
Exhibition Management Office
+1.210.582.7030
Housing Desk
+1.210.582.7067
International Resources Office
+1.210.582.7036
Media Headquarters
+1.210.582.7040
Message Center
+1.210.582.7000
Security
+1.210.207.7773
Shuttle Service
+1.800.868.7707
SIGGRAPH Store
+1.210.582.7050
Speaker Prep Room
+1.210.582.7065
Special Assistance Desk
+1.210.582.7055
Studio Office
+1.210.582.7006
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