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As far as I can tell, any iOS 7 update, that was performed over air, will break Supervision. AC 1.4 would see a device, but would not perform any task, except to update the iOS. It would fail at Check In/Check Out and App install or update/refresh. The AC 1.4.1 update, seemed to resolve this Supervision piece, thus allowing the iOS device to update, install new app's, and check itself in/check out, however, not before completely wiping all user documents and data, and then re-supervising itself... I oversee about 500 iPads, 200 of which are locked into this nightmare. Has anyone else experienced this "bug"? If so, how are you moving forward?
I have worked closely with enterprise support, but the issues are coming at us faster than any resolution can be suggested. Deleting data for 200 students, mid term isn't an acceptable "fix" guys. A proper working application, and workflow is what is needed here!
I had heard that VPP was changing their T&C's regarding code management, thus suggesting that other MDM's may be able to supervise and retain ownership of VPP codes. Is anyone else aware of this??
Apple Configurator is truly turning out to be a poor choice for our growing program...

Helo there Bui Truong,
It sounds like you are experiencing unexpected interruptions when Airplaying to your Apple TV. I recommend starting with these steps from the following article, named:
Apple TV (2nd and 3rd generation): Troubleshooting Wi-Fi networks and connections
Restart your Apple TV by choosing Settings > General > Restart.
Try restarting your Wi-Fi router or modem by turning it off and then on again.
If possible, connect an Ethernet cable and verify your Internet connection. If you can connect to the Internet using an Ethernet connection, verify that your Apple TV is using the latest software by choosing Settings > General > Software Update. If your Apple TV can be updated, install the update and then try the steps again.
If the issues persist and you have already restarted your computer, I would next verify that your router is set up with the recommended settings for Apple devices using this:
iOS and OS X: Recommended settings for Wi-Fi routers and access points
Thank you for using Apple Support Communities.
Cheers,
Sterling

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