ClassTech, Mersive Solstice, How to Use
Instructions for using Mersive Solstice wireless presentation devices in the classrooms.
The Mersive Solstice allows you to wirelessly cast your screen from a laptop or tablet to the classroom's projector. We run version 5.3+ on the pods, so all devices must also be running version 5.3+ of the app to present. Click here for OS requirements.
Please Note for Android Users as of 10/18/23:
Mersive's commitment to providing our customers with the best possible experience has led us to temporarily withdraw our app from the Google Play store. We are actively working to refresh its feature set and compatibility with newer Android operating systems. While we don't have a specific timeline to share as to when the app will be made available again on the Play Store, please rest assured that we are dedicated to our brand promise allowing anyone to share from any device. In the meantime, with Miracast enabled on the Pod, screen mirroring is still available on most Android devices using native features like Cast Screen and Smart View. Alternatively, individuals can sideload the app that was previously available on the Play Store. Using this approach, the app can be downloaded using a web browser on an Android device, and the Mersive app can be installed without Google Play Store management.
Tech Services Video Tutorial (begins at 1:05)
Important Notes:
- Please remember to disconnect from the Mersive Pod when you are done presenting. If a previous user has not disconnected from the pod, please call the Help Desk at 217-244-7000, and ask for a Tier 2 staff member to disconnect any previous users.
- Airplay can take up to 3 (three) minutes to load the device(s) for connecting.
- Videos shared from your device will have visible lag. This is a known issue and we recommended using a wired connection (HDMI or VGA) when streaming video to the projector.
- You cannot cast audio from Android devices at this time. We are currently awaiting a fix from Google but do not have a timeframe for the resolution.
- Linux is not supported at this time.
Windows
- Ensure that you are connected to the Illinoisnet network.
- Press the Wireless button on the control panel.
- On your laptop, open the Solstice Client program.
- If you do not have the Solstice Client installed on your computer, enter the IP address that is displayed on the projector screen into the address bar of your internet browser. Downloads are also available here.
- Next, click ‘Get the App & Join’. Once downloaded, install and launch the program.
Solstice Client desktop icon
- Select the room you are in from the list.
- NOTE: It may take up to a minute for the device to be discovered.
- You can also use the search bar to look for the building and room.
- If the room you are in is not listed then type the IP address displayed on the projector screen into the search box that says "Enter Screen Key to Connect". You can also Open the Mersive Solstice App and select: Settings; General; Solstice Discovery Service Address; and enter solsticesdsprod.virtual.illinois.edu.
Left arrow shows key location, right arrow shows IP address location. - Next, enter the 4-digit key into the popup. The key will be displayed on the projector screen.
- Choose what you would like to share under "Share something:".
- When you are done sharing your screen, make sure to click Disconnect in the top right corner of the Solstice window.
Mac OSX
- Ensure that you are connected to the Illinoisnet network.
- Press the Wireless button on the control panel.
- On your laptop, click on the Screen Mirroring icon.
- Select the room that you would like to connect to.
- Enter the 4-digit key into the popup. The key will be displayed on the projector screen.
- When you are done sharing your screen, make sure to disconnect from the display by clicking on the Airplay icon again and clicking disconnect.
Note: Mac users can also download the Mersive Solstice program and follow the directions in the Windows section.
iOS (iPhone/iPad)
- Ensure that you are connected to the Illinoisnet network.
- Press the Wireless button on the control panel.
- Swipe up from the bottom of your screen to access the Control Center.
- Select Airplay or Screen Mirroring.
- Select the room that you would like to connect to.
- Enter the 4-digit key into the popup. The key will be displayed on the projector screen.
- When you are done sharing your screen, make sure to disconnect from the display by clicking on the Airplay icon again and clicking disconnect.
Note: Mac users can also download the Mersive Solstice program and follow the directions in the Windows section.
Android
- Ensure that you are connected to the Illinoisnet network.
- Press the Wireless button on the control panel.
- Download the Mersive Solstice app from the Google Play Store.
- Select a room from the list or use the Quick Connect bar to search for one. You can also enter the IP address in this bar.
- Enter the 4-digit key into the popup. The key will be displayed on the projector screen.
- When you are done sharing your screen, make sure to disconnect from the display by clicking on the Airplay icon again and clicking disconnect.
