Specifications

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POLEVAULT SYSTEMS
The PoleVault System's Global Viewer Web application can be used to monitor
and control A/V systems in a single building or across an entire campus.
Computer Lab
Classroom
Together with the included PoleVault System speakers, the audio amplifier
built into the PoleVault Switcher offers all the power necessary to deliver
more sound level than needed for the small to medium size classroom. The
PoleVault System switcher with integrated audio amplifier offers a robust
and even distribution of audio throughout the classroom. Compatibility
issues are eliminated since the amplifier, speakers, and audio inputs are all
designed to work together.
Microphone Ready
The PoleVault System is microphone ready. A wireless microphone receiver
can be plugged directly into the PoleVault Switcher. Voice amplification in
the classroom reduces strain on the teacher’s voice, makes it easier for
students in any part of classroom to hear what is being said, and is likely to
increase classroom participation.
Intelligent PA Sensing and Audio Muting
To ensure that important public address announcements are never missed,
the PoleVault System is capable of sensing sound in the facility’s PA speakers.
With the addition of an optional Extron PPC 25 Priority Page Controller, any
sound transmitted through the PA system will be detected immediately, and
the PVS 204SA Switcher will receive a signal to mute the program audio.
Once the announcement has ended, the program audio will be restored.
Flexible and Expandable Source Switching
The PoleVault switcher at the heart of the system does all the work of
signal routing externally to the projector. This allows expansion of the
classroom A/V signal switching capability beyond what is available using
projector switching alone. Switching between sources is much faster than
using projector switching, because the PoleVault switcher eliminates lag
time and delays. Students will enjoy the presentation experience and
teachers will enjoy presenting.
Standard PoleVault Systems accept two, three, or four source input signals.
The four input system accepts two high resolution computer video signals
and two standard resolution composite video signals. Adding additional
computer video source inputs is as simple as substituting one or more of
the standard wallplate inputs with a switchable two-input model.
PoleVault Systems allow for the integration of existing A/V sources, such as
computers, DVD players, VCRs, document cameras, and more to support
each of the different types of media used in the classroom. Because the
PoleVault controller uses a combination of IR and serial control, the systems
readily adapt to changes. If you upgrade your DVD players, for example,
connections are easy to make and the system will operate exactly as before
the upgrade. PoleVault Systems offer the flexibility and expandability to
ensure they will meet tomorrow’s needs as well as the needs of today.
Network Connectivity Helps Save Time and Money
The controller offered with standard PoleVault Systems features Extron's
IP Link, a network integration technology we specifically engineered to meet
the needs of professional A/V environments — from small K-12 classrooms
to university and business applications.
Loss prevention with theft alerts: PoleVault System room controllers are
always on and routinely poll their attached devices for status information.
If any projector is physically disconnected from the network, the PoleVault
System monitoring its status will know immediately. In such an event, it can
send an e-mail message notifying security personnel of the possible theft.
For fast action, e-mails can be sent to multiple addresses as well as cell
phones and wireless PDAs.
Reduced projector lamp and power costs: A projector that is left on over
the weekend uses more power and lamp time than a week's worth of typical
classroom use. Projector lamps are relatively expensive, ranging from $200
to $400 or more. An administrator may want to turn off all projectors every
day at a preset time. She might also want to schedule the controller's front
panel to lock out any unauthorized use after hours. With the controller's
internal clock and the free Extron software, these and many other automated
tasks are easy to set up.
Accessible from anywhere: Because they are Web-based, GlobalViewer
Web pages stored on the MediaLink controller can be viewed using Internet
Explorer
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version 6.0 or higher from any computer with access to the network.
GlobalViewer can also store and display information about connected devices
like serial numbers, owner identification, maintenance history, and installed
firmware versions. This centralized data can be collected and used to reduce
maintenance costs and guide future purchasing decisions.
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