Showing posts with label AirPlay V2. Show all posts
Showing posts with label AirPlay V2. Show all posts

Thursday, August 29, 2019

Kramer VIA GO Wireless, AirPlay Version 2 Presentation System

The Kramer VIA GO, which is being labeled as AirPlay Version 2, is a new wireless presentation solution found in all classrooms on campus. 

It allows you to present devices such as PC, Mac, Android/iOS, and Chromebook wirelessly.

Note that you are still able to present using AirPlay the same way as before. This new system only expands support for wireless connectivity in addition to additional features.

One of the new features the Kramer VIA GO, AirPlay Version 2 supports is the ability to present up to two devices wirelessly at the same time. For example, if two students want to present their laptops at the same time, they can do so. The Kramer VIA GO also allows you to connect to AirPlay either through their VIA app or through the AirPlay icon in Mac and iOS devices how you normally would with AirPlay. Two simultaneous connections can be made when both users are connected using the Kramer app, or one is using an AirPlay connection and the other is using a Kramer app connection. Two AirPlay connections cannot be simultaneously presented.

The Kramer VIA GO has multiple ways in which you can stream videos. The first method allows you to present videos by mirroring whatever is shown on your device. While this method works well, it is not the best way to present videos. Instead, you can present downloaded videos by using the Kramer VIA GO dashboard menu. You can drag and drop the video file onto the “VIA” logo which will automatically play the video on the projector. Alternatively, you can select Features, and the select Multimedia where you can add a library of videos, which can be selected and played individually.

Please see this KBA for detailed instructions on playing videos: Playing Video with Kramer VIA GO

Please take this brief Kramer VIA GO AirPlay Version 2 Wireless Presentation survey to let us know what you think about the Kramer VIA GO.

If you have additional questions about how to use the new Kramer VIA GO wireless presentation system please contact 
IT Services:
its@manhattan.edu or TEL: 718-862-7973

Wednesday, July 31, 2019

Fix for AirPlay Connection Issues Using Room Name

We noticed an uptick in tickets for AirPlay Not Connecting to Room Name issues this week and thought it would be good to remind everyone of this Knowledge Article that explains how to fix the issue when attempting to connect to an AirPlay using the VIA App and Room Name.  See the article for more information.

Tuesday, June 18, 2019

AirPlay Update

Note that over the course of the next few weeks, all AirPlay devices on campus will be receiving a software update that should improve performance.  While we do not expect service interruption, it is always a possibility.  If you run into an issue with AirPlay, make sure to email its@manhattan.edu so that we can investigate accordingly.

Tuesday, February 26, 2019

Week 1 Tech Showcase - Kramer VIA GO Wireless, Airplay Version 2 Presentation System

Kramer VIA GO Wireless, AirPlay Version 2 Presentation System


The Kramer VIA GO, which is being labeled as AirPlay Version 2, is a new wireless presentation solution found in all classrooms on campus.

Kramer VIA GO screen in classrooms

It allows you to present devices such as PC, Mac, Android/iOS, and Chromebook wirelessly.

Note that you are still able to present using AirPlay the same way as before. This new system only expands support for wireless connectivity in addition to additional features.

One of the new features the Kramer VIA GO, AirPlay Version 2 supports is the ability to present up to two devices wirelessly at the same time. For example, if two students want to present their laptops at the same time, they can do so. The Kramer VIA GO also allows you to connect to AirPlay either through their VIA app or through the AirPlay icon in Mac and iOS devices how you normally would with AirPlay. Two simultaneous connections can be made when both users are connected using the Kramer app, or one is using an AirPlay connection and the other is using a Kramer app connection. Two AirPlay connections cannot be simultaneously presented.

The Kramer VIA GO has multiple ways in which you can stream videos. The first method allows you to present videos by mirroring whatever is shown on your device. While this method works well, it is not the best way to present videos. Instead, you can present downloaded videos by using the Kramer VIA GO dashboard menu. You can drag and drop the video file onto the “VIA” logo which will automatically play the video on the projector. Alternatively, you can select Features, and the select Multimedia where you can add a library of videos, which can be selected and played individually.

Please see this KBA for detailed instructions on playing videos: Playing Video with Kramer VIA GO

Please take this brief Kramer VIA GO AirPlay Version 2 Wireless Presentation survey to let us know what you think about the Kramer VIA GO.

If you have additional questions about how to use the new Kramer VIA GO wireless presentation system please contact IT Services:
ITS@manhattan.edu or TEL: 718-862-7973


Sunday, February 24, 2019

ITS to Launch Virtual Technology Showcase

Virtual Technology Showcase at Manhattan College will commence for 12 Weeks

ITS will be releasing a Virtual Technology Showcase on the Manhattan College ITS Blog that will extend over the course of 12 weeks.

The objective of the Showcase is to familiarize the Manhattan College community with the technology found at the college as well as the initiatives started by Manhattan College IT Services. The blog posts will highlight the ways technology can improve your daily experience at the college.

Each topic consists of information and instructions regarding the technology for that week as well as a questionnaire at the end asking for various feedback.

Topics to be covered include:
  • Kramer VIA GO Wireless Presentation (aka AirPlayV2) 
  • Crestron Multihead Connection
  • Web Print Wireless Printing
  • formMule Google Sheet Addon that allows you to easily send mail merges
  • Jamboard a collaborative digital whiteboard
  • Lynda.com
  • Glance MC App
  • G Suite Productivity Apps
  • Badging: Digital Badges provide a way to showcase an accomplishment or skill 
  • LabSeat
  • Google Hangouts Meet Hardware
  • 25Live the college's room scheduling software