Connecting to Classroom B Configuration

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Last updated: Feb 21, 2024 by George Fisher
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These classrooms have a control panel with an on/off, video, comp, and volume controls. The classrooms may be outfitted with 1 or 2 TVs or projectors.

Building

Rooms

Building

Rooms

Bannow Science Center

BNW 124, BNW 131, BNW 166, BNW 128, BNW 254, BNW 254A, BNW 340, BNW 335

Canisius

CNS 1, CNS 2, CNS 5, CNS 6, CNS 8, CNS 9, CNS 108, CNS 202, CNS 204, CNS 206, CNS 301, CNS 304, CNS 306

Center for Nursing and Health Services

NYS 110c, NYS 207, NYS 208, NYS 209, NYS 301b, NYS 303, NYS 304

NYS 305, NYS 306, NYS 307, NYS 403a, NYS 403, NYS 404, NYS 405a,

NYS 405, NYS 406, NYS 407, NYS 410, NYS 411

McAuliffe Hall

MCA 107

Connecting with HDMI

While AirParrot and AirPlay facilitate both your computer's visuals and sound, you should not use it to show lengthy videos. Connecting your computer to an HDMI cable is the most reliable way to display videos. Please contact the ITS Help Desk at x4069 or itshelpdesk@fairfield.edu if you need an adapter for connecting your computer to classroom cables.

 

  1. Press the on button to the TV(s) or projector(s) on.

  2. Select the comp button to set the TV source to the HDMI connection.

  3. Plug the HDMI cable into your laptop.

Allow a few seconds for your laptop to connect to the screen(s).

Wireless Projection (AirPlay and AirParrot)

Fairfield University's classroom televisions and projectors are equipped with Apple TVs, which allow you to mirror your device's screen via AirPlay or AirParrot. 

In order to proceed, your computer must be registered to the FacStaff-S or Student-S Wifi (not Guest). For assistance with Wi-Fi registration, please contact the ITS Help Desk at x4069 or itshelpdesk@fairfield.edu.

Connecting with AirParrot (Windows)

AirParrot is an application that allows you to wirelessly mirror your computer's screen to Fairfield's classroom Apple TVs via AirPlay.

AirParrot is licensed by the Fairfield University ITS Help Desk. You will need to visit or contact the Help Desk (x4069 or itshelpdesk.fairfield.edu) to obtain your personalized license key.

  1. Press the on button to the TV(s) or projector(s) on.

  2. Select the video button to set the TV source to Apple TV.

  3. On your computer, open AirParrot from your system tray or Start Menu.

  4. On the projector or TV screen, look for the Apple TV's name under Choose This Apple TV

  5. Type the Apple TV’s name in AirParrot’s To field exactly how it is shown on the television. (example: dlc203tv.fairfield.edu)

  6. Choose Connect

  7. Enter the 4-digit code that appears on the television into the Password box.

Disconnecting from AirParrot

When you are finished using the Apple TV, it is important to manually disconnect your computer. Properly disconnecting avoids issues for both your computer and other users the next time the Apple TV is used.

  1. Open AirParrot by clicking the AirParrot icon on your System Tray.

  2. In AirParrot, select the Power Button.

Connecting with AirPlay on Mac

These guides show how to connect to and disconnect from an Apple TV using AirPlay on your Mac or iOS device.

  1. Press the on button to the TV(s) or projector(s) on.

  2. Select the video button to set the TV source to Apple TV.

  3. On the projector or TV screen, look for the Apple TV's name under Choose This Apple TV

  4. Open the Control Center in the System Menu and choose Screen Mirroring

  5. Choose the Apple TV, identified in Step 3, on your laptop

  6. Enter the 4-digit code that appears on the television into the Password box.

Disconnecting from the Apple TV on Mac

When you are finished using the Apple TV, it is important to manually disconnect your computer. Properly disconnecting avoids issues for both your computer and other users the next time the Apple TV is used.

  1. Open the Control Center and select Screen Mirroring

  2. Click on the connected Apple TV to disconnect

Connecting with AirPlay on iPad or iPhone

 

  1. Press the on button to turn the TV(s) or projector(s) on.

  2. Select the video button to set the TV source to Apple TV.

  3. On the projector or TV screen, look for the Apple TV's name under Choose This Apple TV

  4. Open the Control Center in the System Menu and choose Screen Mirroring

    1. on iPads: Place one finger on the top right corner of the iPad, near the battery and Wifi symbols, and swipe down

    2. on iPhone: Swipe up from the bottom of your iPhone

  5. Choose the Apple TV, identified in Step 3, on your laptop.
    If you don't see the Apple TV, use your finger to scroll through the options.

  6. Enter the 4-digit code that appears on the television into the Password box.

Disconnecting from the Apple TV on iOS

When you are finished using the Apple TV, it is important to manually disconnect your computer. Properly disconnecting avoids issues for both your computer and other users the next time the Apple TV is used.

  1. Open the Control Center and choose Screen Mirroring

    1. on iPads: Place one finger on the top right corner of the iPad, near the battery and Wifi symbols, and swipe down

    2. on iPhone: Swipe up from the bottom of your iPhone

  2. Tap Stop Mirroring

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Contact the ITS Help Desk in the Library Room 230 or at (203) 254-4069 for assistance.