How to Connect Your Computer to a Projector

Introduction

This page explains how to make a classroom projector show your computer's screen.

How to Get Sound When Using an HDMI-to-VGA Adapter (Windows)

How to Change to HDMI Audio Output on a Mac

Video Connectors

Before connecting, make sure you know what the different connectors look like.

VGA	HDMI

If your computer doesn't have a port to match one of these connectors, you'll need to use the video adapter that IT gave you when you received your Biola computer.

Audio Connectors

1/8-inch Audio for Use with VGA	HDMI Without a Video Adapter	HDMI with a Video Adapter
	No additional audio connector is needed for HDMI.	If you're using an HDMI-to-VGA adapter with a Windows computer, make sure to enable sound through the 1/8-inch cable.

Control Panels

Not all classrooms have the same control panel. The three types of control panels are shown below.

Type 1 (Crestron)
Type 2 (Extron)
Type 3 (Russell)

How to Connect a Laptop to a Projector - Extron and Russell Systems

Step	What to Do
1	Plug the VGA or HDMI cable into your computer. Use a video adapter if necessary.
2	Walk over to the control panel and push the proper video button: For HDMI: The button will say either "HDMI" or "Laptop 2". For VGA: The button will say either "VGA" or "Laptop".
3	If you're using an Extron control panel, push the ON button to turn on the projector. You should now see video on the projector.
4	When you're done with your presentation, push the OFF or Projector Off button on the control panel.

How to Connect a Laptop Using HDMI or VGA - Crestron System

Step	What to Do	How It Looks
1	Tap the touch panel to power on the AV system.
2	Tap to select HDMI Laptop or VGA Laptop. The projector screen will lower from the ceiling.
3	Plug the HDMI or VGA cable into your computer. Use a video adapter if necessary.
4	When you're done with your presentation, tap the power off button.
5	Tap Yes to confirm system shutdown.

How to Connect a Laptop Using AirMedia - Crestron System

Step	What to Do	How It Looks
1	Tap the touch panel to power on the AV system.
2	Tap to select AirMedia. The projector screen will lower from the ceiling.
3	Make note of the IP address and Code listed on the projector screen.
4	Run the AirMedia application. If a warning window appears, click OK. Don't have AirMedia installed? To download and install AirMedia, see How to Download the AirMedia Application.
5	Fill out the fields in the login window. IP/Hostname: The IP address listed on the projector screen in parentheses User Name: Your NetID Login Code: The code listed on the projector screen.
6	Click Connect.
7	Click the pause button if you want to freeze the screen so that viewers can't see what you're doing on your computer. Click the stop button to disconnect from AirMedia.
8	When you're done with your presentation, tap the power off button.
9	Tap Yes to confirm system shutdown.