Audiovisuals in the classroom today are unlike those of yesteryears. The technology is new and improved with the latest in connectivity. In the modern classroom, internet access is essential. Remote controls and mobile access make learning effortless when working on presentations, lecturing or training.
AV solutions with specific features makes it less time consuming for teachers and professors to present lectures. These functions include internet access, remote controls, and mobile access.
Internet Access
When AV equipment has an internet connection, teachers always have access to the latest materials. Teaching is more visually stimulating when the AV technology has access to the web. The environment will be more interactive for the students. Moreover, students will be more willing to take part in classroom discussions.
More and more students use their computers to do their assignments. The AV is like looking at another computer screen. Teachers use AV equipment to engage their student’s thinking with pictures, sounds, and media. Internet access will give teachers more options and access to countless information.
Media Link Controllers
These are remote controls used to manipulate AV equipment. They are common in commercial audio visual. Universities use them in labs and lecture halls. The controllers are smart enough to handle many video sources. They also come with integrated sound amplification.
Mobile Access
AV with mobile apps gives the user access to conversion calculator. The apps enable users to calculate the right set up for the equipment. The user can calculate the distance and a good place to set up the device. This feature is popular among AV consultants because they are always on the move.
Another mobile ability includes knowing the delay times for PA systems. The feature saves the speaker amp settings for future use. One more feature includes switching between feet and meters. Plus, it has a voltage calculator.
A mobile app that delivers specs enables the user to show specific dimensions of the screens. The app can measure LED walls when using it for corporate events and concert halls. The app manipulates the orientation and determines the right wattage.
In the past, lecturers and presenters used to use laser pointers. Mobile devices have improved that feature. Compared to laser pointers, the mobile version hides the user controls from the audience. The app can use a wireless connection with AirPlay.
The user can track the sun for better visual when using the AV outdoors with the mobile app. It has a 3D compass that follows the path of the sun and moon. The app enables the user to plan usage based on the information. Plus, it will gauge the sunrise and the sunset.
Time to Enhance Your Classroom
Lecturers and presenters are engaging their students using AV equipment. Internet access gives users up-to-date information in real time. Media link controllers give users a choice to control the equipment for optimal use. Users can change the volume from a distance. Significant improvements have made it possible to work with AV equipment with mobile access.
Is your classroom taking advantage of AV technology?
