ScreenBeam 1000 EDU Gen 2 is a smart device designed for the modern K-12 classroom. It features intuitive wireless screen sharing and an integrated collaborative whiteboard app, which together increase teacher and student engagement to improve learning outcomes.
ScreenBeam 1000 Gen 2 Wireless Display – Getting Started
I discovered to start with the ScreenBeam 1000 Gen 2 Wireless Display very simple. When I opened the box, everything was very well packaged with a welcome guide at the top that has a QR code to scan for instructions on how to set up the device.
The ScreenBeam device is surprisingly very small for everything it can do; It's no bigger than a wireless access point you'd see hanging from the ceiling of your classroom. It comes with a power cable, as well as a three-foot HDMI cable and a magnetic mount. The ScreenBeam 1000 Gen 2 has several ports on the back: an Ethernet connection, two USB 2.0 and one USB 3.0, as well as a 3.5mm audio output so you can connect to an external audio source.
Once everything was unpacked, I followed the included QR code to the quick start guide. A complete manual is also available for more advanced setup. I connected the ScreenBeam to power, as well as my display's HDMI and my Wi-Fi network. For use with an interactive display and the included interactive whiteboard software, I would also connect a USB cable from the back of the device to my display.
The ScreenBeam 1000 Gen 2 wireless display gave me a variety of options for displaying a device. Users can connect directly from any Miracast, Airplay or Google Cast device. I could also connect it to my local WiFi or an existing LAN connection on my school's local network.
Once set up, all I had to do was select the ScreenBeam 1000 Gen 2 receiver and it was ready. Since ScreenBeam 1000 Gen 2 is device independent, it can connect with any Windows 10/11, Android v4.2, Mac V10.10, iOS v9.0 or Chrome OS 2014, or newer devices.
ScreenBeam 1000 Gen 2 Wireless Display: Best Features
- The ability to wirelessly connect and display up to four student devices simultaneously, regardless of platform.
- The optional license purchase for Orchestrate by ScreenBeamwhich provides more control and monitoring of my students' devices, as well as the content that is shared.
- The easy-to-use, integrated interactive whiteboard program that uses the touch capabilities of an interactive flat panel.
- The included Central Management System (CMS), which not only manages and updates your fleet of ScreenBeam devices, but also gives you the ability to use the central alert feature to send alerts to all ScreenBeam devices and displays on your campus, or to use as digital. signage players to keep everyone up to date and display important messages.
- The option to zoom or mirror your screen when connecting.
- Advanced network and security features.
- All features and software are included with your purchase, including updates.
ScreenBeam 1000 Gen 2 Wireless Display: Pricing
MSRP is around $500 – contact screen beam to a local reseller for pricing.
ScreenBeam 1000 Gen 2 Wireless Display: Key Takeaways
The ScreenBeam 1000 EDU Gen 2, with its app-free screen sharing capability, eliminates the need for any hardware or software other than the device itself. The connection is smooth and fast with no noticeable delays. Teachers, students, and guests can use a variety of connection methods, including local Wi-Fi, Miracast, Airplay, and GoogleCast. There are also options available for infrastructure connectivity and direct peer-to-peer Wi-Fi.
The new Whiteboard by ScreenBeam application improves collaborative interactivity without the need for connections from other devices. It runs directly on the ScreenBeam device and can be launched from any USB-connected interactive flat panel display.
Overall, ScreenBeam 1000 EDU Gen 2 provides an affordable, centrally manageable, and easy-to-use experience for teachers and students. I think this device will make both teachers and IT departments happy with its simplicity and performance.
