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# How to: live stream with Swivl Robot + Zoom

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This blog contains your guide to live streaming with integrated audio for Zoom, using Swivl Robot + Teams. We will cover live streaming options, including the equipment needed as well as a complete set-up guide on how to live stream with Zoom for both USB-A and Swivl link.

### **Live streaming options**

|   | **Traditional Set-up** | **Standalone Set-up** | **Integrated Audio** |
| --- | --- | --- | --- |
| **Description** | Record or live stream with multiple microphones in the classroom | Broadcast remote student audio using [AC powered speakers](https://swivl.zendesk.com/hc/en-us/articles/360048570354-Recommendations-for-Add-on-Accessories-and-Hardware) connected to Swivl | Broadcast remote student audio using computer’s speakers, interactive display, or other integrated speakers |
| **Equipment Needed** | ![Swivl 1](https://explore.aptech.com.au/hs-fs/hubfs/Swivl%201.png?width=90&name=Swivl%201.png)![Swivl 2](https://explore.aptech.com.au/hs-fs/hubfs/Swivl%202.png?width=111&name=Swivl%202.png) | ![Swivl 1](https://explore.aptech.com.au/hs-fs/hubfs/Swivl%201.png?width=90&name=Swivl%201.png) ![Swivl 3](https://explore.aptech.com.au/hs-fs/hubfs/Swivl%203.png?width=87&name=Swivl%203.png)![Swivl 4](https://explore.aptech.com.au/hs-fs/hubfs/Swivl%204.png?width=58&name=Swivl%204.png) | ![Swivl 1](https://explore.aptech.com.au/hs-fs/hubfs/Swivl%201.png?width=90&name=Swivl%201.png) ![Swivl 5](https://explore.aptech.com.au/hs-fs/hubfs/Swivl%205.png?width=125&name=Swivl%205.png)![Swivl 6](https://explore.aptech.com.au/hs-fs/hubfs/Swivl%206.png?width=60&name=Swivl%206.png) |

**Note**: You can only use a USB-A cable for Integrated Audio. If your computer only has a *USB-C* port, you will need a *USB-C* adapter.

 Swivl Link \*wireless connection for Integrated Audio ![Swivl 7](https://explore.aptech.com.au/hs-fs/hubfs/Swivl%207.png?width=72&name=Swivl%207.png)

 

### Integrated audio: what is it? 

Integrate Swivl with the teacher's computer using a Swivl Link or USB A cable. Remote student audio will be broadcast through classroom speakers or computer speakers. Project the live stream for in-class students. Screen share digital content through the live stream.

![Integrated audio diagram](https://explore.aptech.com.au/hs-fs/hubfs/Integrated%20audio%20diagram.png?width=264&name=Integrated%20audio%20diagram.png)

**Live streaming with Zoom: integrated audio**

![Integrated audio](https://explore.aptech.com.au/hs-fs/hubfs/Integrated%20audio.jpg?width=379&name=Integrated%20audio.jpg)

**How to: Integrated audio set-up for Zoom (USB-A)**

This video walks you through how to connect to a Zoom meeting using the integrated audio set-up and a USB-A Cable.

 

**How to: Integrated audio set-up for Zoom (Swivl link)**

This video walks you through how to connect to a Zoom meeting using the integrated audio set-up and a Swivl link.

 

**Required equipment**

![Required equipment](https://explore.aptech.com.au/hs-fs/hubfs/Required%20equipment.png?width=378&name=Required%20equipment.png)

- Swivl robot
- iOS lightning cable
- iOS or Android tablet
- Floor stand
- USB A – SUB cable
- PC/laptop

**Integrated audio - Zoom **

First time set-up: Install Zoom and Teams by Swivl apps on your device

![Zoom icon](https://explore.aptech.com.au/hs-fs/hubfs/Zoom%20icon.png?width=79&name=Zoom%20icon.png)![Teams icon](https://explore.aptech.com.au/hs-fs/hubfs/Teams%20icon.png?width=92&name=Teams%20icon.png)

1. Connect the mobile device to the robot.  
Press and hold down on the **power** button to turn on the robot.  
![Swivl 8](https://explore.aptech.com.au/hs-fs/hubfs/Swivl%208.jpg?width=199&name=Swivl%208.jpg)![Swivl 9](https://explore.aptech.com.au/hs-fs/hubfs/Swivl%209.jpg?width=227&name=Swivl%209.jpg)

2. Tap "Allow" to enable robot access

3. Turn on markers by pressing the power button.

\*IMPORTANT\* 

If prompted, update the firmware.  
C-Series Robot firmware is version 10.04.08 or higher.  
CX Robot firmware is version 12.02.04 or higher. 

**Integrated audio - Zoom (Link)**

**First time set-up for Swivl Link:**

1. Remove charging cable from robot base during Swivl Link pairing. Do not press the red button at any time. This will cancel the pairing procedure.![Swivl link](https://explore.aptech.com.au/hs-fs/hubfs/Swivl%20link.jpg?width=146&name=Swivl%20link.jpg)  
2. Open the Settings tab, select **Base Port Configuration**, and choose **To Link**.

![Base port config](https://explore.aptech.com.au/hs-fs/hubfs/Base%20port%20config.jpg?width=348&name=Base%20port%20config.jpg)

3. Connect the Swivl Link to the USB port on the robot base. The firmware for your Swivl Link will update automatically if needed.

![Swivl 10](https://explore.aptech.com.au/hs-fs/hubfs/Swivl%2010.jpg?width=334&name=Swivl%2010.jpg)

4. Look for a pop-up notification about Swivl Link. 

- - If the pop-up says “Marker Mode: Microphone Only”, press **Change configuration**. 
    - When the pop-up says "Wireless Connection,” select **Keep current.**  
       
      
      ![Swivl 11](https://explore.aptech.com.au/hs-fs/hubfs/Swivl%2011.png?width=315&name=Swivl%2011.png)

5. Connect Swivl Link to the computer.

![Swivl 12](https://explore.aptech.com.au/hs-fs/hubfs/Swivl%2012.jpg?width=290&name=Swivl%2012.jpg)  
**Integrated audio – Zoom**

6. Connect USB-A cable to your Swivl robot and computer.

![Swivl 13](https://explore.aptech.com.au/hs-fs/hubfs/Swivl%2013.jpg?width=288&name=Swivl%2013.jpg)

**Integrated audio – Zoom**

7. Go to the teacher's computer. Start the Zoom session.

![Swivl 14](https://explore.aptech.com.au/hs-fs/hubfs/Swivl%2014.png?width=380&name=Swivl%2014.png)

**Integrated audio – Zoom (link) **

8. At the teacher's computer, open the Zoom Microphone settings. Select **“Swivl Link”** as the microphone source.

![Swivl 15](https://explore.aptech.com.au/hs-fs/hubfs/Swivl%2015.png?width=239&name=Swivl%2015.png)

**Integrated audio – Zoom**

9. At the teacher's computer, open the Zoom Microphone settings. Select **“Swivl”** as the microphone source.

![Swivl 16](https://explore.aptech.com.au/hs-fs/hubfs/Swivl%2016.png?width=324&name=Swivl%2016.png)  
10. From the teacher's computer, stop the host video. You will still be able to Screen Share.

![Swivl 17](https://explore.aptech.com.au/hs-fs/hubfs/Swivl%2017.png?width=461&name=Swivl%2017.png)  
Go to the mobile device and open the Teams app. From the **Home** screen, tap on **Zoom** in the Stream section.

![Swivl 18](https://explore.aptech.com.au/hs-fs/hubfs/Swivl%2018.png?width=460&name=Swivl%2018.png)

Teams will remember your selection the next time you open the app and default to show you that streaming app. To find other streaming options, click on “**Other Apps**”.

Tap **Join** to join the meeting you started on your computer.

![Swivl 20](https://explore.aptech.com.au/hs-fs/hubfs/Swivl%2020.png?width=353&name=Swivl%2020.png)

11. Either scroll down to your Meeting Room or enter a Meeting Code.

![Swivl 21](https://explore.aptech.com.au/hs-fs/hubfs/Swivl%2021.png?width=393&name=Swivl%2021.png)

12. When you enter the meeting, **Select Cancel** audio or **No audio**.

13. Spotlight: once you have three participants in the session, spotlight the Swivl participant from the host computer.

![Swivl 22](https://explore.aptech.com.au/hs-fs/hubfs/Swivl%2022.png?width=206&name=Swivl%2022.png)

14. Once Spotlighted, Zoom will ask you again if you want to join audio on your iOS device. Select “Later.”

![Swivl 23](https://explore.aptech.com.au/hs-fs/hubfs/Swivl%2023.png?width=244&name=Swivl%2023.png)

**Marker Muting**

While live streaming, you can mute the Primary and Secondary markers at once. 

- Firmly double-click the red button on your Primary marker.
- All markers will be muted.
- Markers will flash green while in mute mode.

 

TO UNMUTE: Firmly double-click the red button on your Primary marker.

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