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3. Suggestions for Improvement The Production System is the chain of equipment that creates the video and audio signal for cable and web transmission. When updating cameras to HD, the subsequent equipment in the chain must also be upgraded in order to process the amount of data that is transmitted. We recommend replacement of the production switcher, the cameras, terminal equipment, and the control room monitors. The production switcher is the main control that changes the video input to the appropriate shot or graphic. Production Switcher category of the quote has the switcher, interface, and the corresponding power supplies. This particular production switcher is the same interface that North Oaks and Falcon Heights use. It provides a simple, user friendly interface, which is important for backup producers to have. We want to create a simple, easy to use system. It is a computer based switcher. The terminal equipment includes the recording and transmission devices. These are essential to relay the content for cablecast and recording. In this category, this equipment ensures audio is synced, and video is converted properly. This equipment is critical and cannot be substituted. Test monitors are important to ensure the video signal is viewed properly. There may be minor cost savings with different vendors in this category. Recording and Streaming ensures we record a local backup and stream the proper signal for on air and web transmission. This equipment is also critical and cannot be substituted. Arden Hills has already purchased the web streaming appliance, which is called a HELO, is in the process of being installed. The network and computer section is related to signal transmission over IP video. A robust internet switch is necessary to ensure high quality video. The XPression computer is a graphics generator that provides high quality graphics during the meetings. Graphics are important for viewers, as it helps viewers identify agenda items being discussed. There are two options for PTZ (Pan, tilt, zoom) cameras that fit within budget. The prefered cameras, which were installed at Little Canada, Mounds View, New Brighton, Roseville and St. Anthony, provide a crisper higher-quality camera image. The alternative, less expensive option was installed by Falcon Heights and North Oaks. There is an approximate cost savings of $11,500 with the secondary cameras. We are also recommending a fourth, static camera in the back of the room for a wide shot. A fixed camera is the fraction of the cost of the PTZ cameras, but it provides more versatility to adapt to the needs of the meeting space and video coverage. The presentation equipment is designed to make the integration of presentation easy, with a