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Classroom Technology Specifications

Classrooms
Conference/Seminar Rooms

Bowdoin's classroom technology specifications are changed regularly due to advances in technology and are customizeable based on the needs, design and floorplan of the learning space. However, there are consistent standards which include: 1. Clearly labeled and easy to use controls which do not require training, 2. The appearance of technology should be as understated as possible, 3. A moveable teaching station with a computer which can be easily removed from surface area. 4. Conveniently located multimedia controls which allow the instructor to easily see the screen without blocking it, even when the instructor uses his/her own laptop instead of the built-in computer

  1. Basic Classroom (SP Control Systems, a.k.a. SmartBox)
    1. A ceiling mounted, networkable, data/video projector capable of XGA (1024x768 minimum), and/or S-XGA (1280x1024), UXGA (1600x1200) ideally. An aspect ratio of 16:9, capable of displaying High Definition Video (720i, 720p, 1080i) upgradeable to accommodate Ethernet and Wireless connectivity
    2. An inline wall mounted interface (SmartBox) to connect laptops which must include the following, clearly labeled and backlit, from left to right as follows: VCR, DVD, Computer1 (for in room computer) Computer2 (for wall/laptop interface), Data/Video Projector power on/off.
      1. 3 row/15 pin VGA input and 15 pin output. (cable to be provided to laptop users)
      2. mini-audio plug (3.5mm)
      3. Ethernet connection
      4. SP controller
      5. VCR/DVD controller
      6. AC power (electrician required) AC outlet within 2 ft. of Smartbox for laptop. Quad AC at Smartbox and duplex at projector location.
      7. Remote control units for VCR/DVD and Projector (stored in SmartBox) including radio repeting as needed, based on size and shape of the learning space
    3. Audio Amplifier (built in) to supply amplification for all sources.
    4. VCR/DVD Combo player in the pull down shelf with control functions mounted on top of the Smartbox.
    5. An electric tab-tensioned screen to be controlled by the SP system. In certain cases (such as smaller learning spaces), a manual pull down screen or an LCD flat panel.
    6. Two wall mounted speakers on either side of the screen.
    7. Wireless keyboard and mouse. (provided by Bowdoin)
    8. A SP controls Catlink Net to network the system.
    9. Computer (provided by Bowdoin): 1. a small form factor PC and/or Macmini with a monitor/keyboard/mouse OR 2. laptop
    10. Rooms are equipped with Digital Presenters whenever possible.
  2. High-end Classroom (Extron System accomodates more technological devices than basic specifications)
    1. A ceiling mounted, networkable, data/video projector capable of XGA (1024x768 minimum), and/or S-XGA (1280x1024) UXGA (1600x1200) ideally. An aspect ratio of 16x9, capable of displaying High Definition Video (720i, 720p, 1080i) upgradeable to accommodate Ethernet and Wireless connectivity.
    2. An Extron Interface built into the top of the cabinet which must include the following connections:
      1. 3 row/15 pin VGA input (cable provided for laptop users)
      2. mini audio plug
      3. Ethernet connection
      4. AC Power (electrician required)
    3. Audio Amplifier to supply amplification for all sources.
    4. Separate Multi-Standard VCR and code free DVD players to accommodate international formats or a combo unit when possible.
    5. A system control mounted on top of the cabinet, clearly labeled and backlit, from left to right as follows, VCR, DVD, Computer1 (for in room computer), Computer2 (for Extron Interface), Data/Video Projector on/off.
    6. An electric tab-tensioned screen to be controlled by the Extron system. In certain cases (such as smaller learning spaces), a manual pull down screen or LCD flat panel.
    7. Two wall mounted speakers on either side of the screen.
    8. Wireless keyboard and mouse. (supplied by customer)
    9. Rooms are equipped with Digital Presenters whenever possible.
    10. A custom designed ventilated wooden cabinet to house the systems components, with easy access for removal and installation of components. (customer furnished)
  3. Teaching Station
    1. Two CAT6 cables to projector in ceiling. One plugged into projector, one for redundancy.
    2. Three CAT6 cables to SP box or Extron System, one connected into the SP/Extron box via CatLink Net device, one connected to laptop port on the SP/Extron Interface, and one for redundancy.
    3. One coax cable to SP/Extron box for cable television.
  4. Cabling (Networking)
    1. Two CAT6 cables to projector in ceiling. One plugged into projector, one for redundancy
    2. Three CAT6 cables to Smartbox or Extron System, one connected into the SP/Extron box via Catlink Net device, one connected to laptop port on the SP/Extron Interface, and one for redundancy.
    3. One coax cable to SP/Extron box for cable television.