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How to connect to promethean active panel

1. On the ActivPanel:

  • Launch Screen Share: Navigate to the Screen Share application on your ActivPanel. This might involve using the unified menu, quick launcher, or the applications locker depending on your ActivPanel model. 


  • Panel ID: Note the 6-digit Panel ID displayed on the ActivPanel Screen Share app. 


  • Waiting Room: Tap the people icon (or similar) to access the Waiting Room, where connected devices will appear. 


2. On Your Device (e.g., Chromebook, Laptop, Tablet):

  • Download and Launch: Download and launch the appropriate Promethean Screen Share app or extension (e.g., Chrome extension, myPromethean mobile app). 


  • Enter Details: Enter the Panel ID from the ActivPanel and your name. 


  • Enter Waiting Room: Click or tap "Enter Waiting Room". 


  • Select Content: Choose which window, tab, or entire screen to share. You may also choose to share audio. 


  • Share: Click or tap "Share". 


3. Back on the ActivPanel:

  • Waiting Room: The teacher will see your device's name in the Waiting Room. 


  • Select and Share: The teacher can tap your device's name to share your screen. 


  • Multiple Screens: The teacher can share up to four screens simultaneously. 


4. To Stop Sharing:

  • On Your Device: You can choose "Stop Sharing Screen".

  • On the ActivPanel: The teacher can return to the Waiting Room and click the "X" next to your name to end the sharing.