In order to manage a Zoom Room meeting, it is ideal to use the Zoom Rooms Controller app, since it gives you the opportunity to do so without needing to interact with the Zoom Rooms Controller in the conference room. It is possible to control a Zoom Room or Zoom for Home from your device using the Zoom Room application, which operates when paired with a Zoom Room or Zoom for Home device.
The following topics are covered in this article:
- How to install from the Zoom App Marketplace
- How to use the Zoom Rooms Controller app
- How to uninstall Zoom Rooms Controller from the Zoom App Marketplace
- Data security
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Prerequisites for using the Zoom Rooms Controller app
- The Zoom desktop client, version 5.6.7 or higher, is required
- A Zoom Rooms device or a Zoom for Home device can be used to access Zoom Rooms
How to install from the Zoom App Marketplace
Using Zoom’s desktop client, you are able to access your Zoom Rooms Controller account, which can be accessed from your Apps list inside Zoom.
Manually installing the app can be done by following these steps:
- You will need to sign in with your Zoom account to access the Zoom App Marketplace.
- Find Zoom Rooms Controller via the search box in the top right corner of your screen by typing the name of the app into the box.
- Click on Zoom Rooms Controller in your search results and you will find it in the list of apps.
- Please click the Add button to add the item.
- Click on Authorize after reviewing the permissions that have been requested.
Zoom’s desktop client will display the Apps section under the Apps section once the app has been installed.
How to use the Zoom Rooms Controller app
In the Zoom client, you will find an Apps tab where you will be able to open the Room Controller app.
- You will need to sign into the Zoom desktop client in order to begin using it.
- After clicking on Apps, you will be able to access Room Controller.
- From the list of Zoom for Home devices, you will be able to select your device.
Please click Control Nearby Room and then click Pair next to the room you wish to control if you do not see any devices on the list. - The Sharing Key should be entered and clicked on OK to complete the process.
- To start an instant meeting or to schedule a meeting that will take place at a specific time, click Meeting Now (optional).
How to uninstall Zoom Rooms Controller from the Zoom App Marketplace
- You will need to sign in with your Zoom account to access the Zoom App Marketplace.
- To manage your account, click the Manage button at the top of the page.
- Select Added Apps from the navigation menu at the top of the page.
- If you want to remove the application, click the Remove button.
Data security
There is no personal information that is handled by the app.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How do I control my Zoom Room remote?
How to remotely manage Zoom Rooms
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Zoom’s web portal can be accessed by signing into your Zoom account.
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You will then be able to click Zoom Rooms under Room Management.
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In order to manage a Zoom Room, you need to select it from the list.
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Then click the Edit button.
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The Devices tab can be found under the Room Settings tab.
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If you want to use a microphone, camera, and speaker, select the desired items.
Do you need a controller for Zoom rooms?
Obtaining a Zoom Rooms Controller Appliance (e.g. Neat Pad, Logitech Tap IP) is not required, as the controller can be hosted on an Apple iPad, an Apple iPad mini, an Android tablet, a Windows tablet, or a Windows device attached via USB to a Windows computer.
Can a zoom room have 2 controllers?
Adding/using multiple Zoom Room controllers is possible, so long as they are the same type of device (which means you cannot have one Windows and one Mac, but two Windows controllers should work) on the same Zoom Room.
What is Zoom Rooms Controller app?
This compact all-in-one controller is designed to simplify the process of setting up and controlling Zoom Rooms meetings from your conference room or office, as it comes preinstalled with the Zoom Rooms app so you can start your meeting quickly. As soon as the VCG1013T-ZR is plugged into a computer, it will automatically boot up and launch Zoom Rooms.
How do you use the Zoom Room controller app?
How to use the Zoom Rooms Controller app
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Zoom’s desktop client can be accessed by signing in.
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To access the Room Controller, click on the Apps tab.
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You can choose from a list of Zoom for Home devices to install Zoom for Home on your device.
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Click on the OK button after entering the Sharing Key.
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If you wish to start an instant meeting, click Meet Now. However, if you wish to start a scheduled meeting, click Meeting List.