technology
Collaborative work space transforms lectures at University of Derby
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HE University of Derby, which is renowned for technology and innovation, selected state-of-the-art
Crestron technology on campus to improve communication and collaboration, which has transformed the overall lecture experience. The project was completed by Crestron approved Integrator GV Multimedia and programmer Lucid Partnership, providing a secure and effective solution. Crestron technology was expertly integrated in the new collaborative work space at the University to enhance the way academic information can be presented to students during lectures. Crestron DigitalMedia™ NVX-351 allows the lecturer to easily send across information to all students in the room, or a select number that require the information. Crestron DigitalMedia NVX- 351 delivers a spectacular 4K60, 4:4:4, and HDR video experience over a standard ethernet network, whilst HDR ensures that the highest standard of colour and brightness is achieved on screen. As the only secure network AV solution, NVX-351 features patent-pending technology that eliminates latency associated with transmitting network video.
Students have the option to connect their smart phones or tablets via AirMedia®
, allowing selected content from their personal devices to be displayed on
screen and with the rest of the room. This feature is extremely beneficial for students who may be required to give presentations or share pieces of work with their peers.
Mark Daniels, Senior AV Engineer, IT Services at the University of Derby commented on the project: “We are always looking at ways to improve the overall learning experience for our students, and the installation of this new technology has provided an innovative way for them to collaborate and communicate with each other.” Lecturers are also benefitting from the integrated technology, with a Crestron Avia™ Digital Signal Processor (DSP-1283) and DigitalMedia Presentation System (DMPS3-4K-150-C) fitted. Crestron Avia delivers audio performance with a built-in conferencing interface and acoustic echo-cancellation. A Crestron touch screen (TSW-1060) has been installed to manage and control all technology in the collaborative space, and the interface can be customised to suit individual requirements. In addition to the NVX-351 system,
Crestron AirBoard™ was installed on five student tables at the university. Crestron AirBoard can turn a dry-erase standard whiteboard into an electronic one. With advanced optics and image processing, Crestron AirBoard presents a clear and
colourful digital image that can be displayed on any video screen or viewed remotely in any web browser. One of the most intelligent features of Crestron AirBoard is the automatic snapshot feature, a compact camera above the board is used to take snapshots whilst you work. The camera enhances the quality of ink, colour and stroke also removing reflections and shadows from the image, to maintain a crisp and precise display. Crestron AirBoard takes an automatic image of every change as you draw and produce content, this means that key notes or collaborative work cannot be lost. At the end of the session the snapshots can be sent via email, making it easy for the lecturer to share the work with his students. “We chose to use Crestron for this
project due to its advanced technology. The University needed an easy-to-use solution to promote collaboration in its new study room. This is exactly what Crestron has provided – the end result is fantastic and will prove to be extremely effective for students now and in the future,” said Dean Cooper, Integrator at GV Multimedia.
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