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.

AirParrot

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

Use AirParrot to Connect to the Apple TV

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After activation, you’ll be able to pull up the AirParrot console from your System Tray (bottom-right of desktop) or Start Menu.

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1. 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

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

3. Choose Connect
   
   
   

4. 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.

1. Pull up the console by clicking the AirParrot icon on your System Tray.

2. 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

1. Turn on your classroom’s TV or projector and confirm it is set to the Apple TV’s input.

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

3. Look for the Apple TV's name under Choose This Apple TV and choose the Apple TV on your laptop
   

4. 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
   
   

Connect Your iPad or iPhone to Apple TV

1. Turn on your classroom’s TV or projector and confirm it is set to the Apple TV’s input.

2. 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
      
      

3. 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.
   
   

4. 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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