#TechTuesday: Apple TV

Setup	If your AppleTV (ATV) is not set up - let DLCs know Remember to switch the audio connector to the device you are using (ATV or computer) remote is set for a specific AppleTV so make sure it stays in the room.
Projecting from Apple devices	Connecting your Apple device (pdf)
Using Google Slides on iPad	Google Drive app (an essential app for educators) Google Slides (also an essential app) Google Docs Google Sheets
Students projecting	A great way to have students to share what they are working on Good way to make them accountable - "In 10 minutes I will ask two students to share their screen and explain what they have been working on." Access to ATV the same as for teachers Connecting your Apple Device (pdf)
Turning on/off and power management	On - central button of the remote Off - Play/Pause button for 3 seconds Slideshow - off (in Settings > General) Sleep mode - 10 hours (in Settings > General) Restart (in Settings > General) Reset (in Settings > General). Returns ATV to factory settings
Channels built into AppleTV	Some free (do not need to log in) TED, Red Bull, News sites Youtube - can view without logging in Log into your YouTube account to view playlists and videos you have uploaded or viewed.
Adding a keyboard	Put the keyboard in pairing mode. ...(hold power button for 2 seconds) Use your Apple TV's remote to navigate to Settings > General > Bluetooth. ... Once your keyboard appears in the list, select it and press the Select key on the Apple TV remote.
Managing channels	Click and hold on the channel icon until it wobbles. Follow menu instructions to hide To hide a number of channels go to Settings> Main Menu. Hide or Show the channels
AirParrot	app available for PC laptops (Macs and Androids as well) costs $14 US AirParrot site