User guide

CENTER FOR ALLIED HEALTH AND ATHLETICS FF&E April 24, 2014
SECTION 27 41 00 AUDIOVISUAL SYSTEMS
Marshall Craft Associates, Inc. 27 41 00-40
Project 12032
speech reinforcement applications. Inputs shall be available at a “stage” location for
connection of microphones and other audio and video sources into the room AV system.
A small AV recording system shall be provided to enable recording of athletic events held
in the space, which shall also be capable of live streaming recorded content. In-room
video cameras and microphones shall be provided for use in the AV recording system.
2. The Gymnasium shall feature several high-fidelity loudspeakers positioned in strategic
locations throughout the space to provide program audio reproduction, as well as
distributed voice reinforcement capability. Input connections shall be provided for wired
microphones, instrument inputs, as well as for an audio mixer that can be used during
non-athletic events. Additional audio sources shall include an iPod docking station, and a
dedicated CD player. The Gymnasium shall also feature two in-room pan, tilt, zoom
video cameras and ceiling microphones to be used while recording athletic events held in
the space. A dedicated recording/streaming appliance shall be located in an AV
equipment rack located in a secure area. A wall mounted remote control touch panel
interface shall be provided to give users control over AV system functions, including
source selection and volume control. Infrastructure and equipment has been provided to
allow for the future expansion of the current Storage area into an operator-run recording
control room, utilizing audio mixer and a live video production switcher.
3. System Interconnection: The functional interconnections of the RGBHV, video, audio,
and control systems shall be as detailed on the “TA” series drawing sheets associated
with this space.
4. Equipment Layout: The equipment in this area shall be located as detailed on the “TA”
series drawing sheets associated with this space.
5. Owner Furnished Equipment (OFE): Personal/Laptop Computer
6. System Details
a. Control System: The Control System will be controlled from a hardwired wall mount
color LCD touchscreen that shall terminate at the specified custom rack. From this
touchscreen, users shall have full function control of all room source and system
functions (including a light dimming system) with one button operation. These
sources and associated electronics are to be detailed in the control drawing
associated with these rooms. Touchscreen layouts to be approved prior to
installation. It is intended to have the control system programmed to turn power on/off
for all system components with a single function button.
b. Electrical Boxes and Conduit: Electrical Contractor to provide electrical boxes and
conduit below the floor, in the walls, and above the ceiling. Be responsible for all
custom AV plates and the necessary cabling connecting to the system’s equipment.
There shall be a custom floorbox and rackplate location for input/output hook-ups
during presentations. Confirm on site conditions prior to ordering.
c. Program/Speech Reinforcement Loudspeakers: Ceiling-mounted loudspeakers will
be installed for monaural speech and stereo program audio signals. Take care not to
damage the ceiling during installation, and repair or replace any damage caused
during the installation. Audio inputs include, but are not limited to: personal
computers, DVD/VHS Player/Recorder, HD TV Tuner, along with both wired and
wireless microphones.
d. Equipment Rack/Hardware: Provide rack and all equipment rack hardware, including
vent panels, slide-out shelves, rack mounts and miscellaneous hardware for a
complete and finished system. The equipment rack for this room shall be located as
detailed on the AV series drawings. Provide cable management from the rack to
associated wall plate.