Parade College
Parade College is an independent Catholic secondary school for boys located across two campuses in the northern suburbs of Melbourne, Australia. As a member of the national body of Catholic schools known as Edmund Rice Education Australia (EREA), Parade College is inspired by the values of its founder, Br Edmund Rice. The College is committed to fostering well-rounded individuals who strive for excellence and make meaningful contributions to society.
- Multi-screen Solution
- Sony Displays
- Audac-powered Audio
ER25 goes 'display crazy' with fully-immersive collaboration space.
In an effort to enhance the educational experience, Parade College sought to transform its ER25 Science Room into a dynamic collaborative learning environment. Recognising the importance of modern technology in education, the College partnered with Vision One to deploy a state-of-the-art multi-screen audio-visual solution that would support innovative teaching methods and engage students more effectively.
- Enhance Collaboration: Implement a multi-screen solution to facilitate interactive learning and collaboration among students and teachers.
- Improve Visual Accessibility: Ensure optimal visibility for all students in the classroom by strategically positioning displays.
- Streamline Input Management: Integrate a sophisticated matrix switcher for seamless input switching and distribution across all displays.
- Support Remote Learning: Incorporate advanced video capture technology to facilitate hybrid learning environments.
- ClientParade College
- DateOctober 2021
- Products UsedSony 85" FWD85X80H BRAVIA 4K Displays with Wall Brackets, Sony 43" FWD43X80H BRAVIA 4K Displays with Wall Brackets, Kramer Control System featuring KT-107 Touch Screen and VS-1616DN-EM Matrix, Kramer WP-789T, HDMI to HDBaseT Wall Plater Transmitter, Panasonic AW-38HWEJ Professional PTZ Camera, Audac CIRA724/W 6.5" In-Ceiling Speakers, Audac COM24MK2 100v Mixer Amplifier, Caymon 12RU CAY-HPR512/B Equipment Rack
Transforming science education: a multi-screen learning revolution at Parade.
To begin, we installed 2x front-of-house, Sony 85″ FWD85X80H Bravia 4K Displays. The BRAVIA FWD-85X80H brings you the clarity, colour and contrast of 4K plus rich multi-dimensional sound, framed in a slim, luxurious design. These displays were strategically installed on either side of a central whiteboard to better accomodate viewing angles for the room’s wide layout.
Between each student bay, we installed 7x Sony 43″ FWD43X80H Bravia 4K Displays with dedicated/local HDMI (via HDBaseT) connection inputs.
Beneath the teacher’s bench, we installed a Kramer WP-789T HDMI to HDBaseT Wall Plate Transmitter. WP−789T is a high−performance, long−reach HDBaseT wall−plate transmitter for 4K@60Hz (4:2:0) HDMI and HDCP 2.2 signals over twisted pair. It converts the HDMI input signal into an HDBaseT signal and transmits it to a compatible receiver. By connecting via this input, the classroom teacher is able to display/distribute their local input, either to the two front-of-house 85″ displays, and/or the 7x student bay 43″ room displays.
Empowering collaborative learning: harnessing technology for future-ready students.
We used the “AV superpowers” of Kramer’s state-of-the-art VS-1616DN-EM 2×2 to 16×16 Modular 4K60 4:2:0 Multi–Format Managed Digital Matrix Switcher to control input switching and distribution to any/all of the 9x display outputs.
Capturing the classroom from above, we installed a Panasonic AW-HE38HWEJ Professional PTZ Camera. The AW-HE38 camera is designed to produce great results in a variety of applications that require high-quality video and precise control—such as conference video, event capture, staging, distance learning and houses-of-worship. We configured 3x dedicated room presets to reflect “focus-areas” across the room, each of which can be recalled via the attractive Kramer KT-107 7″ Table-Mounted Touch Screen. KT−107 is a 7−inch IPS multi−touch, powerful touch panel with 1280×800 resolution. Elegantly designed for decorative room integration, this portable touch panel can be deployed either tabletop or on−wall, mounted inside standard in−wall junction boxes.
Powered by an Audac COM24MK2 100v Mixer Amplifier, 6x Audac CIRA724/W 6.5″ In-Ceiling Speakers were installed to the ceiling for even audio distribution. The CIRA series are coaxial 2-way ceiling speakers featuring exceptional intelligibility and musical performance. The TwistFix™ borderless grill design offers easy but solid assembly and a completely seamless transition from grill to ceiling. All equipment was stored in an adjacent storeroom within a Caymon 12RU Equipment Rack.
- Interactive Learning: The multi-screen setup encourages collaboration and active participation among students, enhancing their learning experience.
- High-Quality Visuals: The installation of 4K displays ensures vibrant visuals, making complex scientific concepts more accessible and engaging.
- Flexible Teaching Methods: Teachers can easily switch between inputs and distribute content across various displays, allowing for more dynamic lesson plans.
- Future-Ready Technology: The integrated PTZ camera and audio system support hybrid learning, enabling the college to adapt to changing educational needs.
The successful deployment of this advanced AV/T solution in Parade College’s ER25 Science Room not only enhances the educational environment but also embodies the college’s commitment to excellence in teaching and learning. By embracing cutting-edge technology, Parade College is well-equipped to inspire the next generation of students, preparing them for a bright future in an ever-evolving world.
