a challenge in long distance learning: 250 km between camera and recorder
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A challenge in long distance learning: 250 km between camera and recorderBjørnar Johansen / Geir Hareide Hansen
The Case• New web-based studies and courses – new needs for
digital resources• Distance• Expertise only on the main campus
The vision
• A local studio at the satellite campus– Same possibilities as at the main campus– Same technicians, same recorders
• Using technology and infrastructure to make it work
The challengeBodø
(Main campus)
Campus Helgeland
• The distance – 250 km• 30 minutes by plane plus a lot of
transport and waiting time..• 3 hours by car or train• Often closed airports or roads in
the winter…
The sollution Studio at Campus Helgeland – and the technician on video conference (Large LCD panel)Camera
control
Video signal to mixer
Audio from microphone/pc etc
PC video signal
First sketchControl room Studio at remote site
Boxes, boxes and boxes…
Project phases
• Phase one – a local solution – an Auditorium – and a Control room
• Phase two – a Studio at the satellite site
• Phase three – auditorium recordings from the satellite site
Framework conditions
• Budget– Approx. 2,2 mill NOK (equipment) and approx.
0,65 mill NOK (salaries, travelling etc)• Call for tender• Choosing supplier
The implementation – Phase oneRigging the local auditorium
Phase oneConnecting the Control room
The implementation – Phase twoThe meeting room / studio – at the satellite siteControl room at the big monitor
The implementation – Phase two
Yes – we did it!
