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Bring Your Own Device
Presenters who would like to connect their own equipment to support their presentation or event needs may do so in General University teaching and presentation spaces that feature permanently installed audio-visual systems which are managed by the Classroom Technology Group.
Wireless and wired a/v connectivity is accommodated in many of these spaces. Presenters are responsible to provide their own device(s), and any additional equipment they may wish to use.
Note: Certain limitations can apply regarding connectivity, and interoperability of external devices with respect to the audio-visual system.
The Classroom Technology Group recommends that you plan ahead to connect, and test the equipment you would like to use in the venue where your presentation will occur - well in advance of your event.
This is the best pro-active measure to help ensure your equipment can successfully be interfaced and perform as expected with the installed a/v technology. (Resolving "BYOD" performance issues is often not feasible immediately prior to, or during one's presentation.)
Wireless Display Connectivity
For wireless display connections, Solstice is the supported service for presentation and collaboration needs. Solstice is featured in permanently installed audio-visual systems that are managed by the Classroom Technology Group.
The ubiquity of Solstice helps to ensure that presenters can connect their devices to a/v systems without depending on specific cables or adapters.
Hardwired Display Connectivity
User-facing HDMI and/or VGA input jacks are typically found at the presenter controls in CTG-managed audio-visual systems.
Not all CTG-managed a/v systems will support both formats. We recommend that you identify the connectivity options offered in your specific classroom(s), and confirm this agrees with the physical connector found on the device that you intend to use.
Note: CTG maintains (1) analog VGA cable for a/v systems that feature a user-facing VGA input jack. HDMI cables are not supplied by CTG. Presenters must provide any additional cables they might require to connect their equipment.
External Display Setup
Extended or Mirrored Display
Choosing between extended display and mirrored/duplicate display depends on the presenter’s needs. These modes serve different purposes and can enhance the teaching experience in unique ways. Extended display is ideal for managing multiple resources simultaneously and keeping some content private while sharing other content with students. Mirrored/duplicate display is best for clear, focused presentations where the instructor wants to ensure that all students see the same content without any distractions.
Extended display mode enables the instructor to use the laptop screen and the projector screen as separate displays. This setup enables the instructor to refer to their notes without the students seeing them.
Addional Equipment
Need to book a data projector, sound system, TV, etc. for a meeting, group event, or a social function?
We recommend that you use General University classrooms that have the equipment built in for meetings and events where possible. If this is not possible, we recommend the following two A/V rental companies to supply equipment and personnel to accommodate your requests.
SoundEVENTS
4023 Meadowbrook Drive, Unit #106
London, ON, N6L 1E6
Tel: (519) 434-3939
Tel: 1-855-535-3939
Website: https://www.soundevents.ca
Email: info@soundevents.ca
Horizon Solutions
1910 Huron St
London ON N5V 3A7
Toll Free: 1-800-698-8796
Phone: 519-453-3368
Fax: 519-453-0407
Website: https://www.whoishorizon.ca/#Rentals