Video Conferencing Solutions
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. Video Chat |
. Web Conferencing |
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District Supported Standard |
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Adobe Connect Pro
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Polycom CMA software and HDX series codecs |
Description |
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Excellent for classroom collaboration projects; superior for group trainings and large meetings from many sites. Rich desktop sharing features (chat, polling, content pods, etc), easy recording and playback through web browser make it superior for training.
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Excellent for small group meetings, classroom mentoring, or daily instruction where highest quality communication and camera control are required. Highest quality audio and video, but desktop content sharing should be done with Connect Pro.
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Video Display and Camera | Uses web browser and basic web cam |
H.323 Standards Based; specialized Pan-Zoom-Rotate cameras and/or software required.
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Audio |
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Microphone typically muted when not in use for best experience with larger groups. . |
Priority given to HD audio as network traffic increases; muting not required. . |
Built-in Recording | No | Yes, one click with easily sharable web link . |
Yes, through video bridge but not easily sharable . |
Mobile Device App | Yes | Yes | Not Supported . |
Similar Solutions |
FaceTime (Apple) |
Go to Meeting (Citrix)
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Tandberg (Cisco) |
Interoperable With Similar Solutions | No, but not an obstacle as access is web based | No, but not an obstacle as access is web based |
Yes for basic communication. No, for advanced features. |
Strengths | Widely used outside the District. Low bandwidth, low cost. Ease of use for all. | Desktop sharing, recording. Low bandwidth and low cost. District-wide familiarity and availability. Ease of use for participants /viewers. |
High quality audio and video. |
Weaknesses |
VOIP audio and lower video frame rate, no recording, no content sharing. |
VOIP audio and lower video frame rate. Training and account needed for presenter. |
Desktop content sharing and high initial cost. Training required. |
School Implementation Cost Range |
Basic web cam and headset: $50 No licensing cost to District staff |
Basic web cam and headset: $50 No licensing cost to District staff |
CMA computer desktop software, high end web cam and headset: $200 Permanently installed with existing projector system: $8,690 Mobile cart: $12,200 |
Supported by District |
Yes | Yes | Yes |
Scale of Use in District | All sites have access | All sites---many staff users per school |
Grant funded; limited number of schools |
More Information | Skype TrainU Course (District staff) | Adobe Connect Pro Corporate Site |
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Video Conferencing Reference Links:
Web Conferencing: Adobe Connect Pro Corporate Site
Web Conferencing: District Adobe Connect login
HD Video Conferencing: District Polycom Main Site
HD Video Conferencing: District Standard Solutions & Locations
HD Video Conferencing: District Training, Support & Resources
Video Conferencing Examples
Web Conference via Internet Browser
HD Video Conference on Mobile Pedestal Cart
Telepresence Using Multiple HD Cameras Spanning Several Screens