This guide explains how to turn on the necessary equipment and operate ProPresenter for our church services.

Prerequisites

  • Access to the computer and necessary equipment in the booth.
  • Knowledge of the password and basic understanding of ProPresenter.

Steps

Turning Things On

Step 1: Unlock the Computer

  • Action: Open the lock screen on the computer.
  • Details: Enter the password. (Ask a staff member for the password if needed)
  • Note: Do not open ProPresenter or any other applications yet.

Step 2: Turn On the Confidence Monitor TV

  • Action: Turn on the confidence monitor TV.
  • Details: The power button is located on the bottom left side of the TV directly behind you.

Step 3: Turn On Both Stage Screen TVs

  • Action: Turn on the stage screen TVs near the stage.
  • Details: Make sure to press HDMI 1 to set the correct input.

Step 4: Open ProPresenter

  • Action: Open ProPresenter on the computer.
  • Details: Ensure all three screens (confidence monitor and two stage screens) are on before opening the application.

Operating ProPresenter

Songs

  • General Rule: Follow along with the band.
    • Timing: Click the slide a little before the current line of lyrics is finished. Ideally, click when singing the last word of the current line.
    • Spontaneity: Worship can be spontaneous. If the band jumps to a different part of the song, follow along and know your arrangement spot.
    • Key Mapping: All sections of the song (verse, chorus, bridge, tag, etc.) start with a key mapping (a small orange letter on the first slide of the song section). This helps you quickly find your place or jump to a song section if needed.

Sermon

  • Timing: Click through sermon slides differently than worship songs.
    • Wait: It’s best to wait until the pastor or speaker has made their point before clicking the corresponding slide.
    • Caution: Do not click early to avoid revealing the point before the speaker does. Wait until you hear the verbal cue.

Troubleshooting

  • General Settings: Press Cmd + , to access all settings and click the relevant section.
  • Screen Output Issues: Press Cmd + Opt + 1 to open the screen configuration window in ProPresenter.
  • Livestream Issues: For camera or audio issues, check the “Input” section in settings.
  • Computer Audio: Adjust the volume using the big “monitor” dial on the Focusrite Scarlett 2i2 interface next to the computer.

Additional Resources

  • Contact: Keith for help or more information.