How much is that electronic classroom?, University of Cincinnati

How much is that electronic classroom?

University of Cincinnati classrooms with innovative media capability are expensive. Even before high-tech audiovisual components are installed, it can cost $17,000 to $40,000 to prepare the room: electronic projection screens and window shades, variable markerboards, projector mounts, artificial lighting and lots of wiring. AV equipment can add as much as $32,000 to a standard classroom (24 to 36 students) to $64,000 for a large one (149 students).
AV equipment for large classroom: Instructor workstation with electronics rack Video touch panel, AMX control system Computer and monitor Document camera VCR/DVD player Ceiling projectors (3) Overhead projector, cart Slide converter Ceiling speakers Amplifier, wireless microphone Matrix switcher Equipment installation, cabling Security alarm Extended warranty System design, programming Total	Cost $6,900 $6.700 $2,700 $3,000 $400 $19,000 $250 $3,300 $1,200 $2,000 $5,400 $6,200 $3,500 $1,250 $2,200 $64,000

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