Specifications

Status: Released
Version:2.2
Document: ITS-AVS Audio Visual Standards
V2.2Issued.docx
Author: Dean McFadden
Save Date: 25/08/2014
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2.15.3 Matrix and Presentation switches
A digital matrix switch shall be used to route the required sources to the relevant destinations in each relevant
design classification. The switching device must be capable of accepting both digital and analogue sources,
digitising all analog sources to a compliant digital format. All inputs shall be capable of being switched to any
output and the resolution scaled depending on the output device requirements. Where required audio should
be embedded with the video, however a separate audio switching/processing layer will be required in certain
applications.
All AV switches must be HDCP compliant and issue individual KSVs for every display. All KSVs are to be
cached to minimize any signal switching delays. AV switches must also allow for editing of the display EDID
tables to force display resolutions i.e. 1280:800 for PC display and higher resolutions for Blu-ray/DVD playback
(1920:1200HDCP).
Mac devices are common amongst academic staff and have a known issue with maintain HDCP settings for
non-protected content. AV switchers must provide the ability to turn HDCP off to force Macs to play non
protected content. The AV Integrator is responsible for testing the AV system for Mac devices at
commissioning.
2.15.4 Analogue Video
Analogue video types such as CV, S-Video, YUV and formats such as slides, cassette and VHS are no longer
supported by RMIT. All existing analogue forms of media must be converted to digital format by the relevant
department
2.15.5 Blu-ray
Separate Blu-ray players shall be installed in Lecture spaces and Lectorial spaces with seating capacity for
greater than 90 students. Blu-ray players shall also be available in other unique spaces with specific
requirements nominated by the Principal. All other spaces will be equipped with a Blu-ray drive installed within
the resident PC
2.15.6 Document Camera
HDMI document cameras will only be installed in Lecture spaces and Lectorial spaces with seating capacity for
greater than 90 students. HDMI document cameras shall also be available in other unique spaces nominated
by the Principal with specific requirements and other unique spaces with particular requirements. All other
spaces will be provided with a USB based document camera that will interface to the resident PC
2.15.7 PTZ or Fixed Cameras
Where PTZ or Fixed cameras are install the AV Integrator shall ensure the following:
a) Full unobstructed movement of pan and tilt
b) Zoom and focus are suitable for the final camera position to allow for optimal image quality and
content framing
c) The field of view of the camera is not obstructed
d) Camera is to be installed in a location that enables Presentation view and a close up of the lecture
position
2.15.8 Connection Plates
AV connection points shall be installed as nominated on drawings. All connection plates shall be engraved and
paint filled to indicate the function for each outlet, adhesive labels will not be accepted. The connection plate
shall be custom made to suit the décor of the space, typically Clipsal 2000 series plate.