Corporate Boardrooms are often the 'showpieces' of many company headquarters and offices.
Setting the right impression can be important when hosting guests and clients. This is not just in
aesthetics but in functionality too. Having the right systems in place for presentations, meetings
and general use is vital to save time, ensure proper use and create the right atmosphere.
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MAIN SYSTEMS
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These have become the standard aid product for classrooms allowing the user
to project their computer images or external DVD / VCR / Document Camera etc
onto the main screen
Used in conjunction with an Interactive Whiteboard or Panel -
they provide the ultimate enhancement.
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Remember - proper installation is vital for ease of use,
security and the health and safety of all :
* Full Installation- best option for stability
although boards can be stand mounted /
should include cabling for VCR / DVD and
visualiser etc.
* Options can include ultra short throw and
retractable projector mounts into the ceiling
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Large format plasma / LCD (60" or more offer) outstanding image quality and
aesthetics without the issues of projector light-path, noise and brightness
levels at reasonable pricing levels.
- Offers the user all the functionality of an interactive
whiteboard for meetings etc
- Allows the user to remain in contact and updated
with external news and political issues via built in TV tuner
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You will still need to consider
* Full Installation- the plasma can be floor
(stand), wall or ceiling mounted and
connected to a Connection Plate where the
required computer, DVD, VCR or TV Tuner
is connected.
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These are outstanding products and an absolute boon for most larger meeting
and training rooms.
The DS Group are experts in IWB technology and the only company able to
demonstrate all the systems in one location. Visitors are welcome to book a
free session to evaluate which boards are best for their own requirements.
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Remember - a complete solution consists of :
* Data Video Projector
- preferably ceiling
mounted and stable (brand is not relevant
to board choice)
* Interactive Whiteboard
- choose wisely and
consider requirements such as touch
systems / need to use markers etc
* Full Installation- best option for stability
although boards can be stand mounted /
should include cabling for VCR / DVD
and speakers
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IP based video conferencing system have virtually nil cost of ownership and
with excellent communication capability including computer presentations and
external cameras.
No longer the highly expensive systems they were, these are now a superb
enhancement to any company improving communications whilst reducing costs.
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Avoid the embarrassment of double booking rooms or failing to book / barging
into wrong meetings or arguments about time.
Room scheduling systems such as the RoomWizard offer a network based
booking solution with a visual touch screen indicator outside every room.
Looks smart, easy to operate and with a host of features allowing you to
search for a room within your organisation online from any location either by
size, capacity or features as well. Have the system inform your guests
automatically including reminders.
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If you have a number of visitors or different users within a room, keeping an
eye on remote controls or understanding what operates what can be fraught
with problems and losses.
Simple remote control systems can be included in any install offering simple to
understand one touch operation for a number of facilities including AV
equipment, screens, blinds and lighting.
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ALTERNATIVE SYSTEMS
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These are a very good alternative to a standard whiteboard:
* For smaller meeting where an IWB and projector can be
intrusive and space consuming
* Where the effects of shadowing on a normal IWB can
detract from its use
* Some installations allow for the rear projection cabinet to
be built into a recess offering a smart and attractive finish
to a room.
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Some brands offer their own versions (Promethean,
SMART, Interact, Sahara CleverPro) whilst other
systems can be adapted to run the relevant software
package.
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PERIPHERALS &ACCESSORIES
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These offer the user greater flexibility and freedom of movement within a room,
allowing them to operate their PC / interactive software from any location.
By giving the tablet to any member to operate, can also help to minimise
movement within some meeting rooms.
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Some brands offer their own versions complete with
their own software (Promethean, SMART, Sahara,
GCTO). There are however 'neutral' systems that will
work with any computer and any loaded software.
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Wide variation of available systems, brands and models.
Should be a feature of any meeting room with a projector or screen.
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All rooms with installed projection systems should have
the capability to project VCR / DVD images and films
through the projector onto a big screen.
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Simple but effective addition to any meeting room.
Allows the user to quickly show small objects, pictures and more as big images
onto their screen thus bringing out small object detail and reducing the need to
pass objects around a room.
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Normally connected to the computer and operated by it,
some systems will allow for the images to be captured
into the computer where they can be saved /
annotated on etc.
Some interactive boards have as part of their software
the ability to capture images from document cameras
directly into their notebook features.
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Excellent addition to any meeting room.
Offering greater flexibility than a document camera, a Visualiser will have better
optics, illumination and extra functionality allowing the tutor project small object
detail, images, 3D objects, documents, transparencies and pictures onto a big
screen.
Options also include ceiling mounted visualisers with high gain, powerful lenses.
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Normally connected to the computer and operated by it,
some systems will allow for the images to be captured
into the computer where they can be saved /
annotated on etc.
Some interactive boards have as part of their software
the ability to capture images from document cameras
directly into their notebook features.
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* We are able to supply a wide range of systems
including:
- Desktop / tower computer systems
- Laptop Computers
- Lapsafe / Recharger Cabinets
- Peripherals including printers / scanners etc
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Whilst Phoenix AV does not provide a network cabling
service, we can provide details of or include our
associate companies who can provide if required.
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These are useful where the controlling computers for the various IWB systems
may not be close by.
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The remote keyboards and mice offer the user greater
flexibility and mobility in their room set-ups and moving
amongst their class.
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