Mirroring Devices to Apple TV in Classrooms
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.
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.
AirParrot
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.
Use AirParrot to Connect to the Apple TV
After activation, you’ll be able to pull up the AirParrot console from your System Tray (bottom-right of desktop) or Start Menu.
Turn on your classroom’s TV or projector and confirm it is set to the Apple TV’s input. Look for the Apple TV's name under Choose This Apple TV
Type the Apple TV’s name in AirParrot’s To field exactly how it is shown on the television. (example: dlc203tv.fairfield.edu)
Choose Connect
Enter the 4-digit code that appears on the television into the Password box.
Disconnecting from the Apple TV on Windows
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.
Pull up the console by clicking the AirParrot icon on your System Tray.
In AirParrot, select the Power Button.
AirPlay
These guides show how to connect to and disconnect from an Apple TV using AirPlay on your Mac or iOS device.
Connect Your Mac to Apple TV
Turn on your classroom’s TV or projector and confirm it is set to the Apple TV’s input.
Open the Control Center in the System Menu and choose Screen Mirroring
Look for the Apple TV's name under Choose This Apple TV and choose the Apple TV on your laptop
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.
Open the Control Center and select Screen Mirroring
Click on the connected Apple TV to disconnect
Connect Your iPad or iPhone to Apple TV
Turn on your classroom’s TV or projector and confirm it is set to the Apple TV’s input.
Open the Control Center and choose Screen Mirroring
on iPads: Place one finger on the top right corner of the iPad, near the battery and Wifi symbols, and swipe down
on iPhone: Swipe up from the bottom of your iPhone
Look for the Apple TV's name under Choose This Apple TV and choose the Apple TV on your mobile device. If you don't see the Apple TV, use your finger to scroll through the options.
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.
Open the Control Center and choose Screen Mirroring
on iPads: Place one finger on the top right corner of the iPad, near the battery and Wifi symbols, and swipe down
on iPhone: Swipe up from the bottom of your iPhone
Tap Stop Mirroring
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Contact the ITS Help Desk in the Library Room 230 or at (203) 254-4069 for assistance.