Propresenter Setup -

ProPresenter remains the industry standard for houses of worship and high-end live events due to its professional-grade multi-screen handling and deep integration capabilities. While it has a steeper learning curve than basic tools like PowerPoint, its versatility for layering lyrics, live video, and stage displays is unmatched. ProPresenter Setup Review

Setting up ProPresenter 7—the industry standard for church and live event presentations—requires a mix of software configuration and hardware integration. This guide covers the essential steps from initial installation to multi-screen output. 1. Installation and Account Setup To begin, download the software from the Renewed Vision website Installation : On a Mac, drag the application to your /Applications folder. On Windows, run the installer. Permissions

: Grant access to Desktop and Documents folders when prompted, as ProPresenter stores its libraries there by default. Activation : Navigate to ProPresenter > Settings > Account to sign in and activate your license or subscription. 2. Screen Configuration

This is the most critical technical step to ensure your content reaches the audience, stage, and stream correctly. Operating System Check propresenter setup

: Ensure your computer is in "Extended Desktop" mode, not "Mirror" mode, so ProPresenter can see the external screens as separate outputs. Configure Screens Screens > Configure Screens Audience Screens : Assign your main projectors or LED walls here. Stage Displays

: Create layouts for presenters to see current/next lyrics, timers, and notes. Screens > Edit Looks

menu to control which layers (like lyrics, backgrounds, or props) appear on specific screens. 3. Importing and Organizing Media ProPresenter remains the industry standard for houses of

Organizing your content beforehand prevents confusion during live events. Screen Setup & Configuration | ProPresenter 7 May 13, 2566 BE —

Here’s a concise guide for setting up ProPresenter (Windows/macOS), from installation to a basic live presentation.

Add a Bible

Library → Bibles → Add Bible → select translation file (e.g., ESV, NIV, text file).

5. Live Controls

When connected to displays:

Spacebar → go to next slide.
Up/Down arrows → move inside current slide group (e.g., verse lines).
Clear button – black screen.
Look – temporary message (e.g., “Please be seated”).
Prop / Mask – overlay logos or semi‑transparent shapes.

Stage Display view: Show next slide, timer, clock, or custom message.

Phase 4: Advanced Output (NDI & SDI)

For professional broadcast or venues with long cable runs, you might not use HDMI cables.

NDI (Network Device Interface): ProPresenter can send video over your local network.
- Enable this in Preferences > NDI. This allows you to send the output to streaming software (like OBS or vMix) on another computer without a capture card.
SDI (Blackmagic): If you have a Blackmagic Design capture card installed, configure it in Preferences > SDI to send a broadcast-quality signal to a video switcher.

Phase 3: Essential Workflow Customization

A raw installation works, but a customized setup saves time during a live show. Add a Bible

Part 6: Multi-Screen Outputs & Edge Blending

For large venues, you are not just projecting a square. You might have IMAG screens, stage left/right, and a confidence monitor.