PRISM Connect - Wired

PRISM Connect in Wired Mode provides a quick and seamless connection between a video source (e.g., a laptop) via HDMI directly to the PRISM system without needing to install any software or drivers. This setup is ideal for presentations, lectures, or quick content sharing.

Using PRISM Connect in Wired Mode

Steps to connect

Connect the HDMI Cable: Locate the HDMI cable attached to PRISM Connect and plug it into your laptop’s HDMI port.
Select Display Mode: On the PRISM Hotkeys Panel , choose the display mode based on your presentation needs (e.g., center, left, right, duplicated everywhere). Display options may vary depending on the specific setup at your site.

Tip

After selecting the display mode, please wait 5 seconds for the image to appear on the projection theater screens.

Standard Configuration

flowchart TB
    Laptop[Laptop] --> |HDMI Cable| ZowieBox[PRISM Connect]
    ZowieBox --> |Content Stream| Theater[PRISM Projection Theater]

    Hotkeys[PRISM Hotkey Panel] --> |Select Display Mode| Theater

Troubleshooting

Here’s the information structured in a table format:

#	Parameter
1	Working Mode
2	NDI Format / Stream Format
3	Input / Output Resolution
4	Encoder / Decoder Bitrate
5	NDI Name / Stream Name
6	IP Address
7	DHCP Status

Check Video Input Status:

The blue LCD screen on the ZowieBox displays video input status, cycling between VI (Video Input) and CPU views.
VI Screen (Video input): Shows the current input resolution (e.g., "VI: 1080p" if input is detected, or "None" if no input).
Use this display to confirm the connection status.

No Image on Projection Screen:

Ensure the HDMI cable is properly connected.
Confirm you’ve selected the appropriate display mode on the Hotkeys panel.
Check the ZowieBox’s LCD screen for any resolution readout on the VI screen. If “None” appears, reconnect the HDMI cable.

Features

PRISM’s Virtual Simulation Room enables dynamic content sharing with the following features:

Wired & Wireless Streaming:
- HDMI connection for laptops, tablets, and phones (no installation required).
- Wireless casting supported for frequent users on Windows, macOS, Android, and iOS.
Multi-Source Support:
- Stream multiple content sources simultaneously, wired or wireless.
Flexible Display Options:
- Configure displays using the Hotkeys panel to place content in various zones.
- Duplicate content to multiple theater locations for wraparound viewing.
Audio-Video Integration:
- Complete multimedia experience, with synchronized audio over the PRISM system.
Dynamic Content Management:
- Place, resize, and overlay content alongside 360° media for a fully immersive and interactive experience.