Effortless and Affordable Hybrid Event Setup with miingl™: An In-Depth Guide

Introduction

Hybrid events are now an integral part of our interconnected world, blending physical and digital interactions seamlessly. miingl’s innovative approach in this domain, especially with its Call to Stage™ feature, makes it an ideal platform for hosting such events. This guide introduces the “miingl Basic” and “miingl Plus” setups, designed to be easily implemented with commonly available equipment. Emphasizing the functionalities of miingl’s unique features, we ensure a smooth and professional experience for all participants.

 

miingl Basic Setup with an In-Person Presenter

Equipment Required (Common in Most Households):

• Smartphone (as Camera, Mic, and Speaker)
• Laptop for presentations
• Wireless mouse or Clicker

Configuration:

1. Smartphone Placement: Set about 10 feet from the presenter, using the front camera. Ensure both the presenter and presentation are well-framed.
2. Laptop Setup: Positioned in front of the presenter, facing the smartphone, adjust the screen to minimize glare on smartphone video.
3. Digital Interaction: Utilize Miingl’s Call to Stage™ technology for audience participation.

Call to Stage™ Operation:

• Audience members are not audible to the host or co-host by default.
• To speak or be seen, attendees press the hand raise icon, triggering a chime on the broadcaster’s device.
• A red hand icon appears above the attendee’s video in the venue window and the handraise icon turns red for the broadcaster.
• The broadcaster clicks this icon and selects the attendee to add their sound and video to the broadcast.

Limitations & Enhancements:

• Ideal for 4-6 in-person and up to 50 digital attendees.
• Variable audio quality based on distance; improve with a Bluetooth speaker.
  • We are using the Bogasing Speaker in the image above which has great sound and aux capability as well.

Transitioning to a Digital Presenter

• Make the digital presenter a co-host for control.
• Use the laptop as a silent member of the digital audience.
• Interaction is managed through the smartphone, with presenter approval required.

 

miingl Plus Setup for 6-30 In-Person & Up to 50 Digital Attendees

 

Additional Equipment (Commonly Available):

• Projector screen or Smart TV.
• Two smartphones for audio (one as a lapel mic, another as a hands-free mic).
• Corded or wireless earbuds with a microphone
• Webcam or a 3rd smartphone with DroidCam installed.
  • No need to go over 1080P since that is the highest resolution on any video-conferencing application.
• Powered speaker for audio from the laptop.

Detailed Setup:

1. Audio Setup: Smartphones act as microphones, muting when not in use with volume turned down.
2. Display Setup: Use screen mirroring or extended display for presentations.
3. Event Broadcasting: Host the miingl event on the laptop, projecting onto the chosen display.
4. Camera Focus: Ensure the presenter is the focal point.

Enhanced Audio:

• Consider a two-mic wireless system for better sound.
  • Cost-effective mic set
  • High-quality set

miingl’s Unique Features Enhancing Hybrid Events:

• Call to Stage™: Provides controlled audience participation, eliminating unwanted interruptions and noise.
• Click-to-Cluster™: Facilitates dynamic user-driven networking among digital attendees, before, during, and after the event.
• miingl On™: Maintains the virtual space active for continued interaction post-event, enhancing community building.

 

This guide outlines the miingl Basic and miingl Plus setups, emphasizing their cost-effectiveness and ease of implementation using household or common items. With miingl’s innovative features, hosting hybrid events becomes a more controlled and engaging experience. Subscribe to our blog for insights into live streaming, event recording, and advanced setup options for larger events, or visit our video library to learn more.