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Other Ways to Share to Solstice

Solstice supports multiple app-free sharing options so that users can share their device screen to the Solstice display without needing to install the Mersive Solstice app. This enables guest and occasional users to quickly share content in a Solstice room. Solstice supports app-free sharing using AirPlay, Miracast, browser-based sharing, or a standard HDMI connection.

Or download the 1-page App-Free Sharing to Solstice guide for a quick in-room reference.

How to Mirror Your iOS Device Screen Using AirPlay

Solstice supports full mirroring of iOS 7+ devices (Apple iPhones and iPads) that feature Apple’s AirPlay functionality. AirPlay mirroring is accomplished through the device’s native AirPlay feature, using a similar process as connecting to an Apple TV.

Note

If you are unable to mirror your iOS device using AirPlay, contact your IT administrator to see if AirPlay mirroring is enabled for the Solstice display.

  1. Ensure the iOS device is connected to the WiFi network used to connect to the Solstice display.

  2. Open the iOS Control Center:

    • On an iPhone X or later, or an iPad with iPadOS 13 or later, swipe down from the upper-right corner of the screen.

    • On an iPhone 8 or earlier or iOS 11 or earlier, swipe up from the bottom of the screen.

  3. Tap the Screen Mirroring icon and select the Solstice display from the list that appears. If the desired Solstice display does not appear in the AirPlay menu of your device, open the Mersive Solstice app and connect to the desired display, then repeat steps 2 and 3.

  4. If prompted for an AirPlay code, enter the 4-digit screen key visible on the Solstice display. Your device connects wirelessly to the display and your screen is streamed in real-time.

  5. To stop mirroring your screen to the display:

    1. Open the iOS Control Center again.

    2. Tap the Screen Mirroring icon for the connected Pod.

    3. Tap Stop Mirroring.

An AirPlay option may also appear when viewing photos or videos in iOS. Photos and videos shared via AirPlay generally appear full screen on the Solstice display.

How to Mirror Your macOS Device Screen Using AirPlay

If your organization has enabled streaming with AirPlay, users without the Mersive Solstice app can connect and share their screen to the display using AirPlay capabilities on macOS devices (High Sierra and later). AirPlay mirroring is accomplished through a device’s native AirPlay feature, using a process similar to connecting to an Apple TV.

Note

If you cannot select the Solstice display to mirror your macOS device using AirPlay, contact your IT administrator to make sure that AirPlay mirroring is enabled for the Solstice display.

  1. Connect the macOS device to the WiFi network shown on the Solstice display.

  2. From the top menu bar, either select the AirPlay icon or open the Control Panel from the top bar and select Screen Mirroring. Then select the desired Solstice display.

  3. If prompted for an AirPlay code, enter the 4-digit screen key visible on the Solstice display. Your device connects wirelessly to the display and your screen is streamed in real-time.

  4. To stop mirroring your screen to the display, select either the AirPlay icon or Control Panel > Screen Mirroring from the menu bar. This shows the active AirPlay connection. Select the name of the Solstice display to disconnect.

How to Mirror Your Windows Device Screen Using Miracast

Users without the Mersive Solstice app can connect and share their screen to the display using Miracast capabilities on their Windows device. If you are unable to select the Solstice display, contact your IT administrator to make sure that Miracast is enabled for that display.

  1. Connect the Windows device to the WiFi network shown on the Solstice display.

  2. On a Windows laptop, use Windows key + K or click the Connect button in the Windows notification center (found on the far right end of taskbar) to open the Connect pane.

  3. From the list of wireless displays available, select the Solstice display. If you do not see it in the list of available displays, make sure you scroll through the whole list.

  4. If prompted for a PIN, enter the screen key from the display. Your device connects wirelessly to the display and your screen is streamed in real-time.

  5. To stop Miracast streaming to the display, open the Connect pane and click Disconnect.

How to Mirror Your Android Device Screen Using Miracast

Users with a Miracast app on their Android mobile device can connect and mirror their screen to Solstice. If the Solstice display does not appear as an option to Miracast to, contact your IT administrator to make sure Miracast is enabled for that display.

  1. Connect the Android device to the WiFi network shown on the Solstice display.

  2. Swipe down twice from the top of the Android screen to open the Quick Settings menu.

  3. Select your Miracast screen casting or mirroring option.

    Different device manufacturers have developed different Miracast options. Some possibilities are SmartView (Samsung) or Wireless Projection (Huawei).

  4. From the list of Miracast devices available, select the name of the Solstice display.

  5. If prompted for a PIN or password, enter the screen key shown on the display. Your device connects wirelessly to the display and your screen is mirrored in real-time.

How to Share Your Desktop via HDMI

Gen3 Solstice Pods offer the option for users to use an HDMI cable to connect a laptop directly to the HDMI-in port on the front of the Pod. This allows users to share a wired content source to the display. The wired desktop share appears in the collaboration session like any other post, and can be controlled by users in the session with the Mersive Solstice app.

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