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Avi Concept Catalog
1. FALL 2010
AV I - S P L
CONCEPT CATALOG
InnoVAtIVe AudIo VIdeo communIcAtIonS mAde SImPLe
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2. AVI-SPL’s promise is simple: All the support and solutions
you need, from one reputable, reliable source.
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3. AbOuT AVI-SPL
06 | About Us 08 | Solutions 10 | Qualifications 11 | Locations
MArkET fOCuS
13 | Corporate APi Group
Project Focus:
19 | Unified Control: Where AV Meets It, by AMX
21 | Expanding Your Vision, by Mitsubishi
24 | the Rise of Digital Advertising, by nEC
26 | Creating Contrast for a Stellar View, by Da-Lite
29 | Project Focus: University of South Florida Marshall Center
Education
35 | Advance Your Collaborative Experience, by SMARt technologies
36 | Breaking Classroom Sound Barriers, by Chief Manufacturing
38 | An Affordable Alternative to Interactive Whiteboards, by InFocus
41 | Project Focus: IRSC Treasure Coast Public Safety Complex
Government
47 | An Introduction to VoIP, by Biamp
49 | How Difficult Can It Be? It’s ‘Just’ Audio! by Polycom
51 | A Strong Connection, by Comprehensive
53 | Birth of the AISYS optical System, by Canon
55 | Project Focus: Dave & Buster's
Hospitality
CONTENTS
61 | the Realities of the Analog Sunset, by Crestron
64 | Let there Be Light, by Christie Digital
66 | the Brilliance of 3LCD, by Epson
69 | Project Focus: Resurrection Life Church
House of Worship
74 | Cable Management tips for optimal Performance, by Middle Atlantic
76 | QMoD Integration and Display Control, by Contemporary Research
78 | A Superior Performance of Sound, by tannoy
MArkETPLACE
82 | Product Information
93 | Partial Manufacturer List
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4. Unified Communications
Designed With You in Mind…
AVI-SPL invites you to experience the evolutionary world of Caméléon Telepresence.
Caméléon offers the versatility of Telepresence, high definition (HD) video conferencing,
audio conferencing and multimedia presentation displays in one turnkey system that is
quick, flexible and affordable for your needs.
An adaptable multi-function conferencing solution
A true-to-life visual experience
Finely-tuned audio integrates within sleekly-styled
conferencing furnishings
Flexible communications at the simple touch of a button,
with an intuitive interface that anyone can use
Now available with Polycom,
LifeSize and TANDBERG technology!
Contact us today!
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6. AVI-SPL
A b Ou T uS
the impact of advanced videoconferencing, telepresence systems
and more, we can expertly customize a company-wide Unified
Communications solution – perfectly tailored for your distinct
initiatives.
o industry-leading services include:
our
• Managed
Managed Conferencing Services for video conferencing
and telepresence
• Digital
Digital signage integration and digital media services
• Complete design and installation of all AV systems
• Operation center design and installation
• Ongoing support services and project management
Innovative Audio Video Communications
• On-site personnel and supplemental staffing
In a challenging global economy and changing industry landscape,
AV industry leader AVI-SPL is firmly committed to meeting the • Complete post-sale and installation support services
unique needs of customers across all markets, including corporate, • 24/7 HelpDesk support
education and government environments. our core value lies in • Meeting and event support
a depth of well-blended expertise, with a genuine passion for • Sales, rental and repair of all AV equipment
working with the industry's most advanced technologies. our
goal is making complex, innovative audio video communications AVI-SPL’s unmatched level of expertise includes a partnership
solutions easy to use and effective for our clients. with more than 700 of the industry’s top manufacturers, more
certified technicians than any other AV company, and the reliability
how We Can help you Succeed of comprehensive support, both on-site and off-site. We’ve
As an AVI-SPL customer, you can expect extensive services in end- steadfastly collaborated with architects, designers and end
to-end communications, with consultative support to encompass users, leading to the completion of more than 25,000 installations
your organization’s equipment and communications network. With worldwide. through a global network of nearly 40 offices - including
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7. international locations in Mexico and Dubai - and more than, 1,400 “Our clients can rely on the integration
employees, AVI-SPL’s strong tradition of collaboration continues.
of advanced communication solutions
Working Towards a Greener future that are customized to meet their budget -
AVI-SPL leads the industry with sustainability initiatives that include without sacrificing the quality and impact
video conferencing solutions, equipment recycling programs and
of their presentations.”
LEED accredited professionals. In keeping with our drive towards
environmental sustainability, AVI-SPL is proud to be an active John Zettel, Chief Executive Officer of AVI-SPL
member of the U.S. green Building Council (USgBC).
We care about environmental sustainability, and we consistently “In order to implement the best presentation
collaborate with our manufacturers, consultants and associations communications, you need the expertise of
to ensure that our customers benefit from our efforts. our
those who are motivated to stay current with
manufacturers include companies who have done comprehensive
research in this area and provide environmentally-friendly products products, technologies and services.”
that are aimed at reduced carbon impact.
Martin Schaffel, Executive Chairman of AVI-SPL
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8. AVI-SPL
S OL uTIO N S
ConferencePoint conferencePoint Communicate
From multipoint video conferencing to extensive performance • Full complement of multipoint video conferencing
reporting, our exclusive service offering delivers flexible options • Bridging and streaming
for both traditional video and telepresence environments. • Inbound reservations and comprehensive support
now you have the power to see and talk to virtually anyone, AV Systems design and Installation
anywhere around the world – regardless of network, technology or As the largest trained and certified team in the industry, AVI-SPL
device. through the advantage of AVI-SPL’s managed conferencing strongly values our ability to meet the unique AV needs of our clients.
services program, you can easily extend your network’s reach Whether providing state-of-the-art technology for a classroom or
and increase productivity, quickly connecting with individual boardroom, healthcare facility, performance venue or government
telepresence rooms, HD video endpoints, telecommuters or your agency, AVI-SPL delivers a complete range of audio video technology,
entire video communications network. our suite of services is fully collaboration and presentation solutions.
customized with three flexible levels, allowing you to “Connect,”
“Control” and “Communicate” with ease. We will collaborate with you through the architectural design,
equipment evaluation and procurement process, streamlining your
conferencePoint Connect AV project from concept to completion. We ensure that our clients
• Quality of Service (QoS) connectivity have the ability to communicate their message and make an impact
• Dialing plans -- quickly and effectively. As the global leader in the audio video
• Easy-to-use features industry, AVI-SPL is dedicated to our clients’ success.
• Support for successful HD and SD video conferencing
Product Sales and Service
conferencePoint Control AVI-SPL offers more than 700 different product lines. As the leading
• Comprehensive monitoring and room management authorized audiovisual product provider, we are experts in this
• Call launching industry and are consistently keeping track of emerging technology
• 24/7 HelpDesk and products. By partnering with AVI-SPL, you are assured that
• Extensive performance reporting any question, need or request will be answered by individual who
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9. knows you and your organization on a first-hand basis. our service your needs, and powerfully drive your messaging.
technicians are factory-trained and certified to ensure the prompt
repair of all the products we sell, as well as provide repair for AVI-SPL offers a full range of equipment rental and staging
products sold to our clients by other companies. services, with on-site teams at more than 50 popular resort and
convention center destinations throughout north America. With
Customer Care PLuS+ rental equipment available from several office locations for your
Customer Care PLUS+ encompasses AVI-SPL’s industry-leading convenience, we can even deliver our unique Meeting In A BoxtM
service capabilities. this is a complete solution featuring extensive or gig A Box® packages directly to your next meeting.
maintenance programs and our highly-knowledgeable support
technicians. With Customer Care PLUS+, you’ll receive the creative Show Services
option of customized service levels to accommodate your unique • Creative concept development
business environment, from video conferencing and telepresence • Set design development
technologies to projection systems. • Venue coordination
• Speaker support presentations
Benefits include AVI-SPL’s 24/7 HelpDesk, discounts on parts, a • Video recording and editing
guaranteed 48-hour response time on service calls, free shipping • Animation and graphics
for any equipment or parts under warranty, and scheduled • Set rendering
preventative maintenance visits. As an added benefit, we also offer
the option to purchase an extended warranty on your equipment. Hotel and Rental Services
• AV and IT equipment rentals
Event Services • Complete show and meeting staging
Creative Show Services, or CS2, is AVI-SPL’s “script-to-screen” • Lighting and sound
division. Featuring a dynamic range of AV technology and a talented • Theme development
team of experts, CS2 specializes in high-end graphics, animation • Creative services
and interactive segments. From sales conferences to award galas, • Digital signage and exhibits
our collaborative technologies are perfectly customized to serve
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10. AVI-SPL
q u AL IfIC AT IONS
Associations and Certifications
Comprehensive Expertise
Designing custom solutions for a variety of applications, we work with virtually all types of customers and environments; supporting small
and medium business needs as well as Fortune 100/500 and Global 1000 customers, including:
corporate Government education
• Manufacturing & Distribution • Department of Defense • K-12
• Financial Services • Federal/Agency • Higher Education
• IT/Technology • State/Local/Municipal • Corporate Education
Healthcare Hospitality Houses of Worship
• Hospitals • Stadiums and Arenas • Churches
• Operating Rooms • Theme Parks • Synagogues
• Telemedicine • Hotels and Convention Centers • Temples
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11. AVI-SPL
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Huntsville
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LOCATIONS
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12. From the moment visitors step into the lobby, they’re greeted with Panasonic’s 58-inch,
16:9 Lcd monitor, which is showcased as a touch monitor for APi’s corporate website.
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13. “We wanted to incorporate cutting-
edge technology reflective of the
headquarters’ high-end look and
feel, blended with simplicity and
ease-of-use for standardization.”
--Tim Thornburgh, Account Executive, AVI-SPL
PrOJECT fOCuS
Corporate:
Corporate environments have varying collaboration
needs, from internal uses such as board meetings,
executive communications and training, to external
uses like sales, marketing and digital signage
targeting potential clients. AVI-SPL understands these
requirements and can develop a custom solution to
accommodate any business culture or architectural
vision.
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14. Integrating unified communications became a primary
initiative behind the advance of APi’s communications.
APi group, Inc. serves as a holding company for nearly 40 video conferencing technology was key to achieving this goal. In
independently managed companies with more than 150 locations. addition, APi is thoroughly committed to green-friendly practices
Headquartered in new Brighton, Minn., APi focuses on servicing to minimize our impact on the environment. therefore it was very
the industrial sector, including specialty construction, fire systems, important to build technology that fit these criteria.”
fabrication and distribution.
“Integrating Unified Communications became a primary initiative
At three stories and 50,000 square feet, APi’s LEED gold-certified behind our efforts to advance APi’s communications,” adds
headquarters includes a limestone exterior and an emphasis on AVI-SPL Account Executive tim thornburgh. “We wanted to
natural light and expansive windows. “the APi group needed a incorporate cutting-edge technology reflective of the headquarters’
better way to effectively communicate with our geographically high-end look and feel, blended with simplicity and ease-of-use for
disperse companies and with our many vendors and suppliers,” standardization,” he adds. today, the structure’s innovative appeal
says Network Manager Brian Erickson. “Having superb audio/ is seamlessly matched by audiovisual technologies in the lobby,
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15. equipped with seating for up to 46 participants, the boardroom table is
integrated with seven of Sharp’s 46-inch Hd 1080p Lcd flat panel displays.
APi Group
b u I L d I N G A M O r E u N I f I E d W O r L d O f C O M M u N I C AT I O N S
executive boardroom, conference rooms, training room, fitness table. Panasonic’s 50-inch HD plasma displays complete the
area and more. presentation environment. In each of the four standard conference
rooms, meetings are enhanced through the use of Polycom’s
From the moment visitors step into the lobby, they’re greeted with SoundStation2 conference phones, as well as two additional 50-
Panasonic’s 58-inch, 16:9 LCD monitor, which is showcased as inch HD plasmas.
a touch screen monitor for APi’s corporate website. they can
easily “surf” around the site with the simple touch of their finger. “We have been able to take advantage of more productive
As another highlight of the integration, APi’s audio conferencing meetings by having the superior audio and video conferencing
room features Polycom’s HDX 9002 high-definition (HD) codec. technology built into our facility,” says Erickson. “the comfortable
Additional audio support is provided in the form of four Atlas meeting spaces, audio/video technology and acoustically-friendly
Sound ceiling speakers, as well as eight Sennheiser gooseneck spaces (i.e. no echo) help keep the participants focused and does
microphones evenly dispersed throughout the conference room not detract from the meeting itself.”
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16. In a further drive towards improved communications, an extensive
integration occurred in the APi boardroom -- considered one of
the headquarters’ most critical presentation environments. “Prior
to the installation of video conferencing technology, APi executives
could only arrange to meet quarterly,” says thornburgh. “today,
they’re able to have more meetings throughout the organization,
with a lot less coordination efforts and expense required,” he adds.
At every level, APi board members will find that the new AV system
is designed to provide maximum versatility, including networking
capabilities.
“the most impressive technology is incorporated into this
boardroom,” adds Erickson. “the sheer scale of the main video
monitor as well as all the video screens and audio technology helps
make this room the centerpiece of our corporate headquarters.” As
one of the integration team’s largest boardroom installs, displays
include a customized 165-inch HD 1080p Da-Lite rear projection
“We have been able to take advantage of screen, with images powered by an 8,000 lumens high-resolution
more productive meetings by having the Barco projector. Equipped with seating for up to 46 participants,
the boardroom table is integrated with seven of Sharp’s 46-inch
superior audio and video conferencing
HD 1080p LCD flat panel displays.
technology built into our facility.”
“this display design offers optimum visibility for all members that
--brian Erickson, Network Manager, APi Group are present,” notes thornburgh. “three of the seven flat panels are
equipped with Chief’s automated swing arms; they can easily be
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17. A stereo audio line array is used for the reinforcement of
speech, program sources, and a satellite Hd television tuner to
ensure even and full dispersal of all audio sources.
positioned to maximize viewing angles. In addition, the boardroom effective control system for this project,” says Thornburgh. Control
table is engineered for several cable management systems, and manageability of audio, video, shade and lighting systems
allowing network, power, and VgA computer connection to the are easily met through the use of two wireless 8.5-inch interactive
screen.” touch panels from AMX.
A stereo audio line array is used for the reinforcement of speech, Each touch panel includes an in-wall docking station for charging
program sources, and a satellite HD television tuner to ensure even and storage of the respective panel. Upon activation of the touch
and full dispersal of all audio sources. Additionally, the podium is panel, the room starts the necessary equipment. By simply exiting
equipped with a DVD player and HD television tuner to serve as the touch panel system, any meeting participant can automatically
video sources. power down all active AV devices.
Each seating space has its own audio reinforcement speaker
system. In addition to the line array speakers, two of the boardroom t
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speakers. Microphones are equipped with easily accessible mute
switches and LED status lights. this customized audio support
technology allows the leading presenter to override all active mics
in order to maintain control. Sound systems are enhanced by local
speakers, effectively providing audio reinforcement of the other
SIMPLIFY WItH AMX
microphones in the room, as well as program source audio. Amx offers simplicity, efficiency and productivity. With cost-
effective integrated automation and control solutions for
Based on a natural light setting, it was essential that boardroom today’s technology-rich presentation facilities, Amx provides
presentations were able to be viewed clearly and the technology the solutions needed for world-class education. For more
could adjust accordingly. “In consideration of APi’s focus on LEED information visit www.avispl.com or call (866) 559-8197.
standards, special considerations were made when deciding on an
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19. unified Control: Where AV Meets IT
BY AMX
What is your “Unified Control” strategy? If it sounds like something sophomoric at first: Do more with less, reduce our carbon footprint,
you should know about but can’t put your finger on, you’re not grow market share exponentially, or produce more per head, per
alone, but you may already be exploring it. Unified Control is a hour, per transaction, etc. Much of what we do today addresses
strategy for integrating the control and monitoring of previously these priorities, but we don’t always see the direct linkage.
disparate building systems to enhance operations, reduce
expenses, improve energy efficiency and achieve a variety of other The Enabler: IT/AV Convergence
benefits. the convergence of It and AV still sounds conceptual to many in
our industry with no bearing on our day-to-day work. When you
For many, Unified Control is the answer to the biggest and start to explore the notion of IT/AV convergence as something that
toughest questions commonly asked in our day-to-day work. can address those pesky strategic priorities, it starts to make more
those questions almost always involve some variation of: “How sense. When you look at recent technology history for clues, it
do we leverage technology to deliver on the strategic priorities makes a lot more sense.
our leadership has laid out for us?” the strategic priorities sound
history repeats Itself: IT/Telecom Convergence
(aka “unified Communications”)
In the 1990s, people in the relatively young data networking industry
and more mature telecom industry began navigating the notion of
convergence between their seemingly disparate technologies. It
did not take long for the fuzzy concept to adopt a name, “Unified
Communications,” or for questions to shift from hypothetical to very
pointed. Imagine the first time a telecom Manager or It Director
was queried by their CIo: “What is our Unified Communications
Strategy?” For some, the response would lead to exhaustive
research, vendor evaluations and complex project deployments.
For others, it would lead to career changes.
It didn’t happen overnight, but the communications endpoints
serviced by the new Unified Communications technologies
eventually began to outnumber those serviced by traditional
or “legacy” technologies. the widespread adoption of Unified
Communications strategies led to significant innovation involving
solutions such as Voice-over-IP, video conferencing, integrated
voicemail/e-mail/instant messaging applications, virtual call
Unified Control integrates monitoring and control
across disparate building systems. centers and more.
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20. The benefits of unified Control
the benefits of unifying the control of these
intelligent building systems comes from a variety of
efficiencies that are created in the management of
systems, operating costs, asset utilization, energy
management and other factors. the potential
benefits identified for a particular enterprise will
correlate easily with their organization’s strategic
priorities such as generating more revenue per
A Unified Control strategy yields both economic and environmental benefits.
head or taking cost out of business processes. In
some cases, regulatory requirements or sustainability standards
The Compelling Argument: unified Control picks will be key drivers for a holistic Unified Control strategy.
up where unified Communications left off
the widely embraced CIo priority of Unified Communications unified Control requirements
was a transformational strategy. this leveraged innovative Similar to the Unified Communications phenomenon, a successful
technologies to optimize and coordinate the access and efficiency Unified Control strategy starts with a high-level champion
of communications. A plethora of devices and an exceedingly within the organization who identifies the business processes
geographically-distributed workforce became increasingly critical and systems that can be improved by unifying the control of
factors. technologies that support them. A thorough analysis of their
technology ecosystem will reveal two to three areas that will yield
the reason this history points so naturally to a repeat performance the biggest or most immediate benefits. A strong partnership with
involving IT/AV convergence is because the notion of Unified an integrator, solutions provider or manufacturer will enable them
Control picks up exactly where Unified Communications leaves to address those key areas as results-oriented projects. From
off. Even the most comprehensive Unified Communications a manufacturing standpoint, helping customers adapt a Unified
strategies will have focused on people and the countless devices Control strategy requires standards-based technologies and
or data sources they may access in the course of business-critical consistent, It-based architectures. It also requires a willingness to
communications. innovate in a way that favors completely integrated, open solutions
over product silos or proprietary components that ignore customer
Unified Control shifts the focus from “knowledge workers” to needs. Another requirement is addressing virtualization trends that
“intelligent building systems” that share information across separate users from the physical space and requires the capability
previously disparate systems to operate efficiently in a manner to access and manage building controls over the Web or via a
that addresses organizational priorities. the applications or systems PDA device. Finally, any business strategy that relies heavily on
that can benefit from a Unified Control strategy include audio/ network technologies must be mindful of the inevitable security
videoconferencing, intercoms, lighting, thermostat and other factors that may arise.
HVAC system components, security/access systems, sprinkler
and other plumbing systems, safety/alert systems, asset tracking, Author Brion Hanlon works with the Marketing – Channel Programs
and a whole host of AV or electronics systems. the technologies division of AMX.
that support these disparate systems were not intended to work
together, but advances in networking and other innovations are to learn more about how AVI-SPL and Amx can help meet
making it easier than ever to integrate them seamlessly under a your control system needs, please visit www.avispl.com or call
holistic “Unified Control” approach to building management. 866.559.8197.
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21. Expanding your Vision
by MITSubIShI
Projection technology has come a long way since Mitsubishi Series with dual lamps—offering continuous projection with lamp-
entered the marketplace more than a decade ago. At the time, relay technology. Users have the option to configure these models
just the ability to digitally project an image on a wall was something to operate in dual or single lamp modes. they can also operate
to behold. A few hundred lumens used to be considered “bright” 24/7, with continuous projection day and night.
and VgA seemed to look “sharp.”
With this technology, the 8000 Series is perfectly suited for larger
Fast forward to present day and the landscape has changed digital signage or systems management applications, when
significantly. High-resolution, high-brightness projectors are monitors simply won’t do the job. With both lamps projecting
commonplace, and Mitsubishi has taken notice. For the new 8000 Mitsubishi achieved a high-brightness level of 7000 AnSI lumens,
Series, Mitsubishi engineers have gone back to the drawing board enabling large-scale projection in auditoriums and conference halls,
and created a line of highly reliable, feature-packed, installation where ambient light will no longer be a concern. Mitsubishi will
projectors. also be offering five optional lenses, from short-throw to ultra-long
throw -- enabling clear projection in virtually any environment.
Mitsubishi built this line-up to revolutionize the marketplace. In the
move towards non-stop projection, Mitsubishi outfitted the 8000 the 8000 Series consists of four models. the XD8000U and
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22. XD8100U both offer native XgA resolution. For widescreen Side-by-side, stacked projectors can be combined to create large,
applications, the WXgA WD8200U will fit the bill. For ultra high- tiled displays -- producing giant images.
resolution needs, Mitsubishi is proud to offer their first WUXgA
model, the UD8400U, with a native resolution of 1920 x 1200. Dependability is always a key concern when designing any
Mitsubishi projector. With the 8000 Series, Mitsubishi employed
not only is the 8000 Series designed to be reliable, it’s extremely a unique heat-pipe cooling system. Compared to liquid-cooling
adaptable as well. Sometimes you may be projecting a full motion systems, the heat-pipe cooling system has a simpler structure and
video, where color accuracy is paramount. Another day you might does not require a power supply, enabling cost reductions along
need to show a presentation in a well-lit conference hall where with a compact design. not only is it highly reliable, it also provides
brightness is most important. With this in mind, Mitsubishi has exceptional energy savings and quiet operation as well. Also, the
designed these projectors to accept an optional interchangeable automated and self-cleaning filter is reusable -- and even reminds
color wheel that can easily be installed by the user (not available you when it needs cleaning (not available on XD8000U).
on the XD8000U).
As with any Mitsubishi projector, this latest series was engineered
Another new feature of the highly, adaptable 8000 Series has the to be adaptable, reliable, and dependable. the 8000 Series is
ability to project images over a full 360 degrees range along the Mitsubishi’s premier line of data projectors. We’ve built this
vertical axis, from floor to ceiling. Ceiling and floor projection has flagship series to handle the most demanding installations. Will
become commonplace in many nightclubs, museums and retail yours be next?
spaces taking digital projection beyond the walls. The 8000 Series
won’t be confined to flat walls with its built-in geometric correction Author Brian Grotz works for the Product Marketing - Presentations
for use on curved surfaces. this advanced feature is practical Products Division of Mitsubishi.
for unique applications such as projecting onto pillars at special
events, or curved ceilings at schools or museums. to learn how AVI-SPL and mitsubishi can help meet your projection
needs, please visit www.avispl.com or call 866.559.8197.
Realizing that one projector sometimes isn’t enough display area to
work with, the 8000 Series also features integrated edge-blending
technology. Edge-blending creates a seamless image by adjusting
the brightness at adjoining edges when using multiple projectors.
“The highly, adaptable
8000 Series has the ability
to project images over a
full 360° range along the
vertical axis, from floor to
ceiling.”
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24. The rise of digital Advertising
by NEC
nowadays, even people who do not watch television watch placement decisions. the information they require includes not
television. It is hard not to when video display screens are only availability and rates, but also details about the venue, the
increasingly present in airports, banks, universities, fast-food amount of foot traffic around the screens, the demographics of
restaurants—even the checkout line at the corner grocery. But, viewers, whether the viewing data is independently audited for
for the most part, these display screens are not used to show accuracy, and so on.
traditional television programming. Instead, they stream news and
local weather, offer information about the venues in which they
are located, or provide instructions in the event of an emergency.
Increasingly, these screens are being used to display advertising,
which is referred to in the industry as “digital place-based
advertising.”
The Traditional Process
the screens themselves may offer the latest technology, but the
tools used to load the display content generally do not. that process
can begin with advertisers or their agencies calling hundreds of
venues or networks to gather the information they need to make
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25. “VukuNET ad-serving locate and sort networks that meet their audience, timeframe and
budget requirements. the media planners can then create an offer
platform represents a that goes out directly to networks, stating what they want and
what they are willing to pay. or the planners, more typically, use
two-year, multi-million dollar a Request for Proposal (RFP) to multiple networks, asking what
Cost per thousand ad rate (better known as CPM) the networks
effort to help speed the will accept to get the buy.
maturing of the digital Available to any network operator, the full VUKUNET content
management system (CMS) is a robust software as a service
out-of-home marketplace...” (SaaS) solution that is fully hosted, managed and supported by
nEC Display Solutions for free. It meets or exceeds the capabilities
of dozens of commercial SaaS digital signage solutions, but has
the It department at each venue (or the store manager or other none of the startup or substantial monthly subscription fees that
administrator, if the venue is not large enough to support an It keep many networks from profitability.
department) generally has to load the digital advertising content to
the content management system that feeds the screens. once the VUKUNET CMS brings many benefits to network operators,
ads have run, the venue must prepare and send a “proof-of-play” including:
report to inform advertisers exactly where and when their ads ran. • Fully free central hosting, storage, control and playback
that report often takes up to two weeks to arrive. solutions
• An easy widget-based, drag-and-drop user interface from a
given the labor-intensive nature of that process, it may not be Web browser
surprising that digital place-based advertising accounts for just • Broad multimedia and high definition (HD) video capability
one percent of total advertising expenditures in the United States. • Dozens of pre-configured content and messaging templates
What may be surprising, however, is that during the difficult • Free Reuters weather, sports, stock, news and entertainment
economic climate of the “great Recession,” it has been one of content feeds
only two advertising media—the Internet is the other—that has • Tight and secure permission-based user controls
jumped in revenue. • Seamless, built-in integration to VUKUNET’s opt-in ad serving
solution
Introducing VukuNET • An emergency management systems (EMS)
NEC Display Solutions’ VUKUNET ad-serving platform represents
a two-year, multi-million dollar effort to help speed the maturing of In order to run VUKUNET, the digital signage network must meet
the digital out-of-home marketplace and make many more digital some system requirements, including a Microsoft Windows-based
signage networks viable and successful. this universal, Web-based operating system, Port 80 open to the Internet and several players.
advertising platform connects digital out-of-home networks with VUKUNET supports a variety of file formats, such as MPG, WMV,
ad agencies to streamline and simplify the advertising process, JPEg and MoV.
driving increased revenues to network operators.
The above contains excerpts from Microsoft’s 2010 case study on
the advertising transaction process is simple. network operators VUKUNET.
register on VUKUNET to profile their network and availability for
third-party advertising. Media planning companies register on to learn how AVI-SPL and nec can help meet your digital signage
ADVUKU, the sister site to VUKUNET, and use its services to needs, please visit www.avispl.com or call 866.559.8197.
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26. Creating Contrast for a Stellar View
BY DA-LItE
the relationship between light and dark which permits us to aspect of vision in total, beyond the fairly simple contexts already
glimpse the enormity and splendor of the universe also, though mentioned and, naturally, that includes displays of all kinds.
perhaps not as impressively, makes it possible to read the words
in this document. the dark letters surrounded by the significantly ratio and relativity
lighter paper creates good contrast, which allows for effortless For displays, we often talk about contrast as a ratio between
differentiation between the shape of the text and the medium the brightest and darkest elements the display is capable of
on which it appears. Should we attempt to use white text on a representing, ideally, at the same time. Expressed as a figure
light gray background or black text on dark gray, we would such as 2,000:1, the ratio indicates how many times brighter the
diminish the contrast, causing the text to all but disappear into the brightest area of the picture
surrounding space. will be compared to the
darkest area. Brightness,
in this context, refers
to the measure of light
energy taken in lumens,
nits, foot lamberts, or
other appropriate units for
luminance or illuminance.
(Figure 1)
the darkest area, often
Figure 1 illustrates this point. the fact that the difference between called the black level, is
light and dark allows objects to clearly appear distinct from one also measured by one
another is, essentially, why contrast is so important. It is a critical of the same units of
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27. brightness, with the ultimate goal being to have the reading be as the second option is to use a gray material instead of pure white
close to zero as possible. to absorb some of the ambient light and bring the blacks down to
a more acceptable level.
Clearly, black level is a vitally important factor for good contrast.
However, it is not always necessary to demand that it approach A gray screen can also be useful in a darkened environment when
zero. As the final example in Figure 2 shows, an increased black paired with a projector that is overly bright, “leaking” light or is
level can actually leave the overall ratio unchanged, so long as in some way washing out what should be black. Such a screen
the peak white value increases at an appropriate rate. In other can help alleviate the problem of poor black levels, particularly in
words, the relatively flexible ratio is generally more important images that do not have the needed peak brightness to keep the
than the exact measurements taken for white and black as far as viewers from noticing how light the black actually is.
establishing good contrast is concerned.
Making it Work “Even the visibility of the night
While bright environments and bright displays can make it easier
to forgive inefficient black levels, they also nearly always raise sky can be threatened by no
the level of black further by spilling ambient light where no light
should be. more than a streetlight.”
Just as the contrast ratio can be improved by even a slight For similar reasons, it is a good idea to keep a little bit of controlled
decrease in black level, the ratio can be injured by a small increase light on in the viewing environment rather than committing to
and perfectly devastated by a large one. A screen is said to be complete darkness. this way, even if the image is dark, the light in
“washed out” when the black level has reached a point where it is the room will set a limit to how much the viewers’ eyes will naturally
too bright to be seen as black. the white text on a gray background adjust, making it easier to keep black relatively dark.
in Figure 1 is a good example of how a thoroughly washed out
screen may appear. the idea of light helping make black appear darker may seem
counterintuitive in the context of projection screens where ambient
Although it would be theoretically possible to increase the light is so often seen as its undeniable enemy. Even the visibility of
brightness of the display in order to outshine the ambience and the night sky can be threatened by no more than a streetlight, after
maintain a decent ratio, there is an upper limit to this approach. At all. So long as the radiance from these “bias lights” are neither
some point the brightness would become unreasonable or even falling on the screen nor shining into the viewers’ eyes directly, the
dangerous to produce or view. benefits to the perceived black level will outpace the theoretical
detriment they would pose.
When absolute brightness can no longer reasonably increase,
the remaining option for improving contrast would be to lower there is much more to say about bias lighting beyond their
the black level. this can be achieved by either controlling the contribution to contrast and, unfortunately, beyond the scope of this
problematic ambient light directly or through the use of a display article. For our current purposes, they, along with the specifics of
that is able to do so indirectly. For its part, a projection screen has the display and the viewing environment they occupy all contribute
the ability to contribute to improving contrast in two ways. the to keeping blacks dark and whites bright. this difference is, after
first is by using increased gain. this not only makes the display all, crucial to stellar viewing.
appear brighter but also has the potential to redirect a portion of
ambient light. Any light that is directed away from the viewers will to learn how AVI-SPL and da-Lite can help meet your projection
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28. From the senate chambers to the sports bar, uSF’s new AV system
features a wide range of flexibility with easy-to-use controls.
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29. “The changes implemented have
provided that ‘wow’ factor, which is
what today’s generation of students
expect in a facility of this nature.”
--Jennifer hernandez, Assistant director of
Operations, AVI-SPL
PrOJECT fOCuS
eDUCatIoN:
Higher education and K-12 classrooms and training
facilities in the public and private sectors require
special attention to the needs of both the instructors
and the students. AVI-SPL integrates today's
technologies to expand teaching options through
distance learning, visual presentation and audience
feedback, increasing learning and retention.
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30. there’s a night and day difference in comparison to uSF’s previous
audiovisual systems -- a setup that relied on AV carts to transport
presentation technologies.
tampa-based University of South Florida (USF) has grown digital signage display – in the midst of a 57-foot atrium - pulsates
tremendously since the construction of the original student center with its multimedia collage of advertising and event highlights.
in 1960. With a recent surge in enrollment and an ever increasing As you continue your tour, you’ll find that audiovisual systems
list of campus activities, new accommodations were desperately deliver dramatic presentation capabilities throughout the 1,100-
needed. In 2003, students supported a fee increase to finance a seat ballroom, formal conference rooms, meeting rooms, 700-seat
new student union. auditorium, senate chambers and sports bar. In addition, an RF
distribution system provides cable routing throughout the facility.
Awarded a formal dedication ceremony on April 15, 2009, the new
Marshall Student Center is a stunning 233,000 square foot, four- “the changes implemented have provided that ‘wow’ factor, which
story facility, an impressive showcase for USF’s drive towards is what today’s generation of students expect in a facility of this
innovation. As soon as you enter the building, an eye-catching nature,” says Jennifer Hernandez, assistant director of operations.
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31. university of South florida (uSf)
Marshall Student Center
At t H E C E n t E R o F I t A L L
“our old student union was limited to using AV carts to transport perfect setting for fundraising dinners, conferences and special
presentation technologies. In comparison to these new systems, guest lecturers. At approximately 10,200 square feet, the space
there’s a night and day difference in our service level capabilities.” is easily divisible into three areas, and features systems that can
work independently and simultaneously, or as one large space.
“Although AVI-SPL won the bid late in the development process,
we received a great amount of collaborative support from Beck “the large ballroom offers the flexibility of a divisible meeting
construction, TLC Engineering and USF,” says Project Engineer facility, with lighting control, a high performance audio system,
Jan Knapik. “This in turn eased the integration process.” and engaging projection capabilities,” says Knapik. Da-Lite’s 108-
inch by 192-inch electric screens, complemented by Projection
one room noted for breathtaking spaciousness and an elegant Design’s 1080p projectors, easily heighten any presentation’s
design is the Marshall Center’s ballroom, which provides the visual appeal. With the addition of 36 Atlas ceiling speakers, QSC
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32. When it comes to the beef o’brady’s sports bar, high definition plasma
displays give patrons an exciting view of the latest sports action.
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33. line array speakers and EAW floor monitor speakers, presenters capable of hosting different types of functions. the use of a control
can rest assured that their message is dynamically delivered. system offers ease of use and enables the room to be preset in
various configurations, perfect for the weekly formal meetings
“this is a very presenter-friendly set up,” notes Hernandez. “From of the student government university leaders. In addition, 10
dimming the lights to starting the projector, you can operate small conference rooms and four large conference rooms feature
everything from the podium. Connectivity is also provided for your standard projection and audio playback of video/data programs.
laptop, easily allowing you the ability to run your own presentation
from the podium.” through the use of a Visix content system and an assortment of 32-,
42- and 46-inch LCDs, digital signage is showcased throughout the
As an alternative, USF’s own AV technicians can manage large- facility, including the elevators on each floor. “this quickly allows
scale presentations -- including controlling wireless microphone various advertising messages and upcoming event information to
levels, program audio levels, selecting sources and lighting presets be highlighted, as well as meeting updates,” says Hernandez.
-- by working with a Crestron tPMX-8X control panel in the rack
room, which is located directly behind the ballroom. this control “the atrium’s 4-feet by 14-feet LED billboard creates a fun and
panel can also be undocked and used wirelessly to manage the creative display area,” adds Knapik. “In developing this element,
system from the ballroom itself. we collaborated with the California-based team at Multimedia
LED. they were a pleasure to work with, and were able to provide
Biamp Audia hardware and software provided a diverse range of a stunning and effective display, despite limited time constraints.”
audio configurations in not only the ballroom, but the Marshall
Center’s auditorium as well. “the ability to combine a room’s When it comes to the Beef o’Brady’s sports bar, high definition
audio, separate a room, add controls for microphones and expand plasma displays give patrons an exciting view of the latest sports
other capabilities was very powerful,” says Knapik. “This system action. At select seats, they can also tune into one of eight different
simplifies manageability because all of the audio configuration is audio sources via “Sound Dog” wireless tabletop speaker systems.
done through software, with just a few clicks of the mouse or a few
commands from the control system.” “With AVI-SPL’s upgrades, everything is easy to use, with cutting-
edge technology available at the simple touch of a button,”
The “wow” factor expands to the auditorium’s projection notes Hernandez. All control systems (Crestron) are tied into
capabilities. A Christie 8000 lumen, 1080p projector provides an USF’s network, giving our on-site staff quick and easy access for
ultimate level of power and image quality. Whether delivering lecture monitoring and management capabilities.”
material or the latest movie night, visuals are crisply projected
onto Da-Lite’s Cinevision fixed screen (14 feet by 26 feet). “With t
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the room, each location had its challenges,” says Knapik. The
system includes left and right main speakers over the front of the
HIgHER LEARnIng WItH SMARt
stage and under the balcony, left and right subwoofers, overhead
Having technology in the classroom can bring great benefits
center channel speakers above the screen, as well as main delay/
to learners of all ages. With SmARt technologiestm full line
fill speakers. of interactive educational products and solutions, you can
create the perfect learning environment in your classroom or
training room. For more information visit www.avispl.com or
Located on the fourth floor, the Senate Chambers offers a
call (866) 559-8197.
sophisticated setting, and is designed as a tiered-style room
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35. Advance your
Collaborative Experience
BY SMARt tECHnoLogIES
At SMARt, we know that collaboration isn’t about technology. It’s before. Interactive meetings enable improved teamwork and greater
about people, knowledge and the ability to bring them together in productivity, because everyone is engaged and contributing ideas.
a meaningful way. With SMARt business solutions, collaboration
sessions become visual, interactive experiences where keeping Collaboration with No Limits
records of meetings is effortless. teamwork produces valuable Drive business results by adding seamless connectivity to your
results, whether you’re working with your colleagues in person or meeting environments. our interactive whiteboard systems provide
across distances. an engaging way to share digital information within a room, from
meeting room to meeting room or from meeting room to desktop.
An Engaging Way to Share and Interact Bring a new perspective to collaborative sessions that connect
Accelerate decision making and problem solving by introducing local and remote participants to save time and reduce travel.
efficiency and flexibility to your collaborative work sessions. Simply
turn on your SMARt Board™ interactive whiteboard and you can With SMARt business solutions, your teams can write, share and
immediately access your resources and easily interact with your capture digital notes, review and edit documents, and interact
meeting’s participants. You can access your files, run applications directly with other meeting room and remote participants. Your
and browse the Internet with a touch of your finger. You can easily colleagues can not only see everything you are doing on your
capture everything into a single file that you can instantly e-mail interactive display or desktop, but they can take control of the
to your team. meeting remotely and write their own digital notes on the screen.
And more than one participant can write at the same time, allowing
SMARt's business solutions inspire productive collaboration by your team to interact and share digital information easily.
adding interactivity to your meetings. the interactive whiteboard
provides an engaging way to interact with digital information SMARt business solutions consist of integrated, touch-enabled
naturally. Write notes in digital ink, insert screen captures and save interactive whiteboards, displays and systems, and specially
marked-up pages as a single PDF or PPt file. You can also write designed software solutions. Move beyond flipcharts and dry-
in digital ink in Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint files and in erase boards into more engaging workspaces, where teams easily
AutoCAD and Adobe Acrobat files. then, save your work in the access, review and interact with information.
native format.
See how SMARt business solutions can help you decrease
SMARt’s industry-leading large interactive display systems costs, reduce travel, realize efficiencies, improve communication,
create a focal point for your discussions, ensuring that meeting condense project timelines and improve resource productivity.
participants stay engaged. Unleash your team’s potential by
sharing digital material, analyzing data, brainstorming, solving t
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t
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36. breaking Classroom
Sound barriers
BY CHIEF MAnUFACtURIng
Sometimes when you start a project, you need to begin with the teacher’s voice or other program audio is heard clearly above
end in mind. If you’re helping to revamp an existing classroom’s background noise in the room. Here’s what one system – the
sound system or looking at plans for entirely new classrooms, CoPilot AV Room System – offers.
making sure students have a positive learning experience is of
utmost importance. A fundamental, yet sometimes overlooked, Control System
requirement is giving students the ability to hear the message from You need to be able to access and control your entire system in an
the instructor clearly and easily. After all, if students can’t hear easy manner. the easier it is to use, the quicker teachers will adapt
what is being said, they aren’t going to have the opportunity to to it. one central system controls the power, inputs and audio,
reach their full potential. so teachers can make adjustments as needed, depending on the
amount of ambient noise in the classroom.
Classrooms can be turbulent places.
Lively students, external noises from Audio System
auto traffic, birds, airplanes, loud High-performance speakers that
HVAC systems, computer noises, a are plenum-rated for the classroom
soft-spoken teacher and students are an essential part of your sound
with hearing or learning problems system. Plenum ratings ensure
all contribute to environments that that no elements in open-air return
aren’t always the most conducive to ceilings will cause a fire to spread
learning. from one section of the building to
another.
one way to capture student attention
is by having AV room systems that Microphones
improve sound amplification and A teacher microphone that is on a
integrate technology in classrooms. lanyard is far more comfortable than
a headset. Assisted listening ear buds are another component of
What an AV Solution brings to the Table a good AV room system. these are particularly helpful for children
With a complete AV room system, students and teachers ultimately with hearing losses or special needs.
experience a more optimal learning environment. the teacher’s
voice is amplified by a microphone and transmitted to a receiver. translation to a second language is also a helpful component of
this sends the sound to speakers strategically located throughout a complete room system like CoPilot. this is most beneficial for
the classroom. students whose second language is English.
typical components include a control system, audio system and rf Wireless Module
microphones. the purpose of the system is to make sure the Your system should have an RF wireless module that offers
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37. networking via control and video components. typically, there are better focus and help relieve vocal – and other – stress for teachers.
two types of wireless transmission used in sound amplification.
Radio frequency (RF) employs electromagnetic radio waves to When it’s time to make a selection for an AV room system, you
carry a signal. Most classroom systems currently use IR (infrared) not only have to look at the technology, but also at the needs of
technology for their AV room systems. CoPilot uses RF, which your students. After all, what you’re trying to accomplish involves
offers many benefits in a classroom setting: making the educational environment as conducive to learning as
possible.
• Teachers have ease of use, as line of site between the
microphone and base unit is not necessary. Before you buy, take a look at several different AV room solutions,
• RF is faster than IR, with RF products able to receive and keeping in mind simple operation for users with all levels of
process hundreds of responses per second. technical ability. the intuitive nature of the product should give
• RF range is greater than IR. The CoPilot RF system has a 40- teachers a centralized source for operating the system. With the
foot plus open field range from the microphones to the base unit. right system, students are better able to hear what is being taught,
• You can have up to 25 units in an overlapping space without thereby improving achievement and satisfaction with the learning
any signal problems. environment.
• IR signals are prone to interference with fluorescent lights and
natural light, which most classrooms have. RF has no problem t
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support an infinite number of classroom installations on the
same campus.
Great Connections
A complete AV solution such as the CoPilot system will give you
the flexibility to connect:
• A projector screen to a system that automatically raises and
lowers, based on whether the projector is turned on or off
• Up to two computers
• A DVD player or VCR
• An external auxiliary audio input, such as an iPod, for
background music
• The fire alarm, security system and lockdown system
Adequately amplifying the sound from the teacher to the student
in classrooms can improve student achievement, get students to
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38. An Affordable Alternative
to Interactive Whiteboards
BY InFoCUS
Creating highly-compelling visual solution. When InFocus recommended its new line of
presentations with live, interactive affordable, interactive projectors, he was skeptical. That
affordable, interactive projectors, he was skeptical. That
content is the “holy grail” for both business is, until he tried one out.
people and educators. Critics have long rallied, “death
to PowerPoint,” but outside of an expensive, agency-produced Introduced by InFocus in the early fall of 2009, the In3900 series
animated piece, most presenters have traditionally been limited of short throw, interactive projectors allows presenters to engage
by basic office software programs for producing content. they’ve and collaborate effectively, while using interactive digital content
also been hampered by static equipment for projecting it. While through the projector itself. The wireless LiteBoard Wand can
interactive whiteboards have been well-received in classroom turn any surface into a fully-accessible collaborative workspace
environments, they’re often cost prohibitive for today’s budget- -- like an interactive whiteboard without the board. According to
strapped school districts. Peterson, “the great thing about this product is its ease of use. I
can just open up the package, put the projector on the table, plug
the benefits of interactive whiteboards are well-documented: 1) by in the laptop, and it’s ready to go. I’ve got audio and the wand and
touching the board, presenters can enhance materials on-screen I’m ready to teach.”
through the use of software that allows them to draw or write; 2)
when connected to the network, they can display and interact with
all types of Internet content; and 3) they can engage audience
members with the materials by inviting them up to the board to
interact with content.
Ben Peterson, a high school mathematics teacher from Portland,
ore., was very familiar with interactive whiteboards. He desperately
wanted one for his classroom, but his local school district didn’t
have the funds. Believing his only option was to project from
his laptop, Peterson turned to InFocus for a low-cost projection touch Away
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39. “The IN3900 series of short throw, interactive projectors allows
presenters to engage and collaborate effectively, while using
interactive digital content through the projector itself.”
According to Loren Shaw, product line manager at InFocus, “the Another key feature Peterson discovered is the “Moderator.” Shaw
key piece in our interactivity is obviously the wand -- that’s the explains, “This allows up to 32 laptops to connect to the projector,
tool we use to interact with any and from there they can use
software that’s projected. The the projector as an access
second generation wand was point to the network and then
based on a great deal of input to the Internet. Additionally the
from teachers and students. In ‘Moderator’ allows the teacher to
particular, two or three features choose which laptop they would
were added -- one of which was like to display for the rest of the
the scroll wheel. Most teachers class to see. If they like, they
use a lot of online content, and can display up to four different
want to be able to scroll through laptops at the same time, one
that easily when walking in each quadrant of the image.
throughout the room. the wand By having a short throw lens,
includes an interactive nib on the you’re able to get the projector
front of it, allowing instructors to closer, thus reducing shadows
press it against the surface and when the person speaking is
interact with the image. We also interacting at the front of the
have a left and right click button that you can use away from the room.” Peterson adds, “It’s really great because I don’t have to
image. this allows teachers to move to the back of the classroom design my classroom around the projector anymore.”
and interact, hand off the wand, and let the child interact, or let
them go back up to the front.” Peterson’s quick adoption of interactive projection has transformed
the way he now teaches his math classes. He concludes,
Peterson agrees, adding, “the wonderful thing about the wand “Technology is a part of education now, and we can’t just keep
is its usability; instead of moving a mouse around you just point avoiding it – we have to be part of it. I have 50 minutes to try to
where you want it to go. the “undo” button is really handy to have, get these kids to learn. This projector is a great way for me to use
because you can always get rid of any mistakes you might make. technology, and get involved with the students in the classroom.”
It untethers me from the board, and I can actually be out there
working with the students instead of worrying about interacting to learn how AVI-SPL and InFocus can help meet your projection
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automatically know how to use it, and have a feel for it.”
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40. From the effective presentation of classroom technology to complex emergency operation
management, the IRSc now features a range of flexible, user-friendly AV systems.
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