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.