How-To: Use the Newline Interactive Display

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The Newline Q Pro interactive display is a new way to display information and media to your classes. Below are a variety of common questions and answers about this new device. As always, if you have questions, please contact ti@davidson.edu.

Source Options

You can use the display as a way to project the screen of your own device -- wired or wirelessly. In Wall 307, the podium input is HDMI 2 and the HDMI cable is HDMI 3-- the input will automatically swap upon connection.

Wired Connections

 The display supports direct connections via USB-C and HDMI, and will hot-swap to the most recent connection. USB-C and HDMI cables are available in the classroom, and the ports to connect them are located to the lower left of the display

Casting Wirelessly to the Newline Display

You can cast wirelessly to the display using either a web URL, Airplay, or a dedicated app.

Quick Guide to Buttons & Controls

Q Pro Cheat Sheet

A handy-dandy guide to:

  • Turning the display on (or try this video)
  • Front ports available
  • Switching video sources
  • Connecting a computer with USB & HDMI
  • Connecting a computer with USB-C
  • Using the Home Screen shortcuts
    • Google Search Bar
    • Android Toolbar
    • Quick Access Toolbar

How-To Videos

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