

The maximum resolution and refresh rate available depends on the specific versions of DisplayPort and HDMI available to you. Each has its own advantages depending on how you plan to use it.

This entry was posted in AVT Support, Classroom Technology.HDMI and DisplayPort were designed for different uses, so they support different technologies. At this point close all windows related to the Display and System Preferences. You will be provided two options for resolutions, select the the 720p option.Īfter these settings have been made they should become the default settings when you connect your laptop the the classroom system again. NOTE: Scroll your mouse to the right to access the second screen.Ĥ. On the classroom preview monitor you will see a window labeled Display. Deselect Mirror Display option under the Display Menu.Ģ. When in extended desktop you will need to use both your MacBook screen and the classroom preview screen to adjust resolution rates.ġ. You will be provided two options for resolutions, select the the 720p option. Next select the Scaled option just below the drop down menu.Ĥ. From the drop down menu that is labeled Optimize for select Extron D.ģ. On the window labeled Display select the Display tab.Ģ. When mirrored displays is checked a secondary window will come on the screen with options to adjust the resolution. To show different images on the laptop screen and projector do not check the box. In the bottom left corner there is a check box that says Mirror Display this option will show the same image on the laptop screen and the projector. Under the Displays window select the middle tab for Arrangement.Ħ. Click the Apple Icon in the top left corner, then select System Preferences.ĥ. Power on the classroom system and select Laptop HDMI.ģ. Connect the HDMI Cable from the classroom system to your laptop’s HDMI Port.Ģ. How to Change MacBook Display Settings When Connected to a Projectorġ. When connecting to the classroom system via HDMI you will need to decide if you want to mirror or extend your desktop. Adjust MacBook Resolution When Connected via HDMI There is no volume control on your laptop with this option. *NOTE: When outputting audio through the HDMI connector the only audio control will be from the classroom Program Volume Bar. When finished using the HDMI connection, remove the HDMI cable from you laptop and your laptop will default back to the internal speakers. Click the Sound icon from the second row.ħ. Click the Apple Icon in the top left corner, then choose System Preferences.Ĥ. Power the classroom system on and select Laptop HDMI.ģ.

Connect the HDMI Cable from the classroom system into your laptop’s HDMI Port.Ģ. When connecting a MacBook to a classroom system via an HDMI cable you will need to tell your computer to output the sound through the HDMI output.ġ.
