Equipment and Laptop Specifications
Equipment Provided by Tassel
QR Code Scanner: To scan the graduate cards or labels. Shipped with a stand, which allows for “Hands-Free Mode”.
The model that Tassel provides and recommends is Zebra DS2208.
USB Extenders: To ensure a powerful connection between the QR code scanner and the display laptop. Shipped with AC power adapter which MUST be used.
Cat6 Cable: To connect the on-stage QR code scanner with the display laptop. Available in 100 foot length only.
Equipment Sourced by Client
At a minimum you will need to provide one (1) laptop to run the Director software for your ceremony. Additional laptops at help desk locations are optional, though they make updates and check-ins easier prior to the beginning of the ceremony. Changes can easily be updated from the help desk laptop(s) to the ceremony laptop by following our Export and Sync Database instructions.
Laptop Specifications:
A powerful computer always performs better, particularly for large ceremonies.
The minimum laptop requirements are:
The minimum laptop requirements are:
Minimum hardware specifications
CPU:
- Mac M2+ recommended
- Intel i5 processor 11th gen or better
- AMD Ryzen 5 5000 series or better
Memory:
- 16 GB RAM minimum
Peripherals:
- HDMI video out
- 3.5mm headphone jack
- USB 3.0 or better connector for the QR/Barcode scanner (minimum 2 USB ports for dual line ceremonies)
- NOTE: Laptops that only have USB-C will need the proper USB-C male to USB-A female adapter
Power:
- Reliable power adapter ***To be used at ALL time
Optional Equipment
External Monitor (Optional):
Optional item to help the laptop operator keep proper timing as they advance graduate names. Ask your Audio/Video team to supply a monitor.
USB Keyboard (Optional):
Optional item to give the laptop operator more space to manually advance graduate names and avoid disrupting other laptop connections.
