Meet the brand-new companion app for your Microsoft Wireless Display Adapter. Personalization. Name the adapter. Change the adapter language. Customize the display wallpaper (new). Fit to display. Options for connecting quickly (new). Network. Connect your adapter to Wi-Fi for better performance (new). Update and security. Update firmware. Enable HDCP to stream. Microsoft Wireless Display Adapter. If you have some important contents on your laptop, tablets or smart phone and would like to display it on the big screen, then this wireless display adapter from Microsoft could be the best choice. It is unique and versatile and can be used for both domestic and commercial purposes. Connect your device to your adapter. Open the Microsoft Wireless Display Adapter app. Select Personalization. In Fit to Display, drag the slider to the right until you can see everything that’s on your device on the HDTV, monitor, or projector. Resolution can't be set to 4K. Only the Microsoft 4K Wireless Display Adapter can display in 4K. You can connect to one using technology similar to AirDrop: It uses Bluetooth to handshake, then creates its own WiFi network between the two devices. There is one caveat: You need either the last ATV3 or newer (note there are actually TWO models of the Apple TV 3: only the later model works without WiFi).
- Can Mac Connect To Microsoft Wireless Display Adapter
- Does Microsoft Wireless Display Adapter Work With Mac
What’s the difference between the Microsoft Wireless Display Adapter and the Airtame 2?
Airtame and the Microsoft WiDi (Wireless Display Adapter) offer wireless screen sharing. Both solutions provide a physical product (the receiver) which connects to an HDMI display (or VGA display with an adapter). Here we provide a feature comparison between Airtame 2 and WiDi.
Please note that all technical specifications are taken directly from Microsoft’s website. In cases where pricing is not directly listed online, we include the quoted reseller price.
| Airtame 2 | Microsoft Wireless Display Adapter V2 | |
| Powering | AC adapter or Power over Ethernet | USB |
| Price* | $399 | $39 |
| Connectivity | ||
| Windows | ✓ Airtame app + Miracast | ✓ Miracast |
| macOS | ✓ Airtame app + AirPlay | – |
| Chromebook | ✓ Airtame app + Google Cast | – |
| Linux | ✓ Airtame app + Google Cast | – |
| iOS | ✓ AirPlay | – |
| Android | ✓ Google Cast + Miracast | ✓ Miracast |
| Sharing | ||
| Resolution | 1080p up to 60 fps | 1080p up to 30 fps |
| Presenter mode | ✓ Single window sharing (app) + extended desktop (Miracast) | ✓ Extended desktop |
| One-to-many screen sharing | ✓ | – |
| Touchback support | ✓ With Miracast | – |
| Security | ||
| Works on enterprise networks | ✓ | – |
| Pin code connect | ✓ | ✓ |
| Web Proxy support | ✓ | – |
| Device management | ||
| Bulk updates | ✓ Airtame Cloud Lite + Plus | – |
| Remote updates | ✓ Airtame Cloud Lite + Plus | – |
| Different access levels | ✓ Airtame Cloud Lite + Plus | – |
| Moderator mode | ✓ Airtame Cloud Lite + Plus | – |
| Digital signage** | ||
| Websites | ✓ Airtame Cloud Lite + Plus | – |
| Custom images | ✓ Airtame Cloud Lite + Plus | – |
| Videos | ✓ Airtame Cloud Plus | – |
| Productivity apps and dashboards | ✓ Airtame Cloud Plus | – |
| Calendar sync for room management | ✓ Airtame Cloud Plus | – |
| Scheduled Content | ✓ Airtame Cloud Plus | – |
| Power management | ||
| Sleep Schedule with CEC support | ✓ Airtame Cloud Plus | – |
*VAT not included.
**Customers can choose between an annual ($120 per year per screen) or a monthly plan ($12 per month per screen) for Airtame Cloud Plus. Device management and basic digital signage with Airtame Cloud Lite are available to all customers at no additional cost.
Why Airtame?
Airtame offers a combined solution for wireless screen sharing and digital signage. It’s a scalable solution with a clear return on investment, including decreased meeting downtime and IT maintenance.
Internal and guest presenters can easily share their screen in an instant, improving the overall work and learning experience while encouraging productivity and engagement. Digital signage with Airtame Cloud helps organizations make the most of their screens.
Can Mac Connect To Microsoft Wireless Display Adapter
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Does Microsoft Wireless Display Adapter Work With Mac
Last edited on November 12th, 2020