Connecting Your Device to a Classroom Display

Learn how to connect your compatible device to the classroom display through USB-C, HDMI or the provided "Bring Your Own Device" (BYOD) Adapter Ring.

Operating System: Multiple

Applies To: UB instructors

Last Updated: December 17, 2025

VIDEO: Connecting Personal Devices to Teaching Stations

Available Teaching Station Display Connections

HDMI cable (for video and audio)  

Zoom image: HDMI port HDMI port.

BYOD Adapter Ring for devices without HDMI

Zoom image: BYOD adapter ring contains adapters for different devices. BYOD adapter ring contains adapters for different devices.

Instructions

Connection cables are available in the cable cubby on top of the teaching station. These cables support a variety of devices such as laptops, tablets, and phones.

Most rooms provide a single HDMI cable and a ring of the most used adaptors to connect your device directly to the teaching station for display in the room. Updated rooms have both a USB-C and HDMI cable and a ring of adaptors for the HDMI cable.

How to hook up HDMI to your device using the adaptor ring

  1. Locate the correct adapter for your device on the BYOD Adapter Ring
  2. Attach the adapter to the HDMI cable
  3. Insert the adapter into your device
    Note: Some adapters are very similar. Do not force an adapter into your device or you may break your device.
Zoom image: connecting adapter to HDMI cable connecting adapter to HDMI cable.

4. Use the touch panel controls to display your device: 

  • In rooms with an HDMI cable and adaptor ring
    1.  Select Portable Device
    2. Choose HDMI
  • In rooms with both a USB-C and HDMI cable:
    • Select either Portable Device HDMI or Portable Device USB-C to display.
    • If you use an adaptor with the HDMI cable, choose Portable Device HDMI.
Zoom image: USB-C on crestron panel USB-C on crestron panel.

Common Questions

Can I get a demo to help me before I need to connect my device or connect and record?

Yes. Call 716-645-3542 and request a demonstration or test.

I plugged it in but my device isn't displaying. What do I do?

  • All devices: Check the cable is properly attached to the device (and adapter if applicable).
  • Windows laptops: Press Windows key + P to open the display options. Choose Duplicate or Extend.
  • Mac laptops: 
    1. Go to System Settings > Displays
    2. Select the image labeled Crestron
    3.  For the Use as drop down::
      • Choose Mirror for built-in display if you want to duplicate. your laptop screen on the projector
      • Choose Extend display to show the extended desktop on the projector
  • USB-C adaptor on the HDMI cable: 
    • If you are using a USB-C adapter on a BYOD Adapter Ring, make sure you select HDMI on the touchscreen panel

My device is displaying but doesn't look correct?

Not all apps are able to rotate. Not all apps and devices display properly. If you experience problems, contact the UBIT Help Center and we will help you troubleshoot or find a workaround.

If my course is being recorded, will content from my device be captured?

Some devices and apps have built-in restrictions which prevent content from being recorded. To ensure your course will be recorded properly when using your own device, contact Classroom Services at 716-645-3542 to schedule a one-on-one test beforehand.

Can I connect my Android phone and project?

Most newer model Android phones with USB-C interfaces can send video. Older Android devices may not project properly, if at all.

Will my device charge while connected?

The USB-C cable should charge your device.

The HDMI cable, with or without an adaptor, will not charge your device.

Still need help?

Contact the UBIT Help Center.