Glossary of Terms

If you've come across an AV or classroom term you don't understand, you'll find a definition below.

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Microphone(s), Wireless Handheld

Used for voice amplification, either held in your hand or placed on a microphone stand. No microphone cable is required to connect to the AV presentation system.

Microphone(s), Wireless Lapel

Used for voice amplification, comes with a clip to attach the small microphone to your lapel. No microphone cable is required to connect to the AV presentation system.

Microphone, Audience

Typically a microphone with a button to activate/de-activate; used for voice amplification, located on the student desks for interaction with instructors, other students, or remote participants using video-conferencing or streaming capabilities.

Monitor, Confidence

Large flat panel display facing the presenter. Displays the same video signal that is selected to show on the main display behind the presenter (computer, DVD, Document Camera etc.).

Monitor, PC Only

Computer monitor mounted on a lectern or wall. Displays the built-in classroom computer’s video signal.

Monitor, Preview Multiple Sources

Computer monitor mounted on a lectern or wall. Displays one of multiple video signals (computer, DVD, Document Camera etc.) selected by user.

Multimedia Projector(s)

Used for projecting video presentation material from a laptop/DVD/VCR/Document Camera etc.

Natural Light

Window(s) or skylight located in room.

Overflow

Video and audio can be sent from one theatre to the receiving theatre(s) to accommodate a larger audience. Overflow can be enabled via the technician page on the touchscreen control panel on the lectern or in the projection booth.

Projection Screen(s) Only

A projection surface located in the room for use with an overhead transparency projector or a portable multi-media projector. Rooms with this description do not have an AV presentation system in the room, so portable equipment needs to be arranged for visual presentations.