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.~ . . DESIGN ,ApPROACH Computer Source: By fur the most exciting area of presentation technology is coming to us from the microcomputer (pcs as well as Macintosh) field. Increasing resolution, improved software, and fust graphic processors are all making this the choice for the future demands of graphic presentation requirements. This Council Chamber should be designed to take full advantage of this technology. The first step in this process is to dedicate a computer to the job of Council Chamber presentations. Our recommendation is not to rely solely 011 portable computers for this task, since this requires a physical hookup and, in many cases, special video signal alignment between different !)pes of brands. This is often last-minute work, and greatly increases the chance that something will not perfonn as required. It is best to dedicate a very fust machine with access to a fairly large storage device to the Council Chamber. A keyboard and mouse can be placed in the presentation lectern for control of the computer. Pre-made presentations can be brought in via diskette oc back-up tape, or more commonly, throogh a LAN hookup or via modem. With the addition of the new CPU and some interfuces, the system can be improved dramatically. A new portable computer connection will also be provided, in the event that someone must (or prefers to) bring in a portable computer or has an incompatible file format. e General Constrnction Impact on Presentation Elements 1. Presentation lectern: . Will require additional power and low voltage raceway . Fixed in place and much wider than normal 'ecterns . Designed for standing or sitting use, either in a chair or wheelchair, likely to be a single low level (30" countertop) or have an electric lift . Microphone(s) to be provided on this unit requiring a cutout or connector . Some type of flush-mounted control panel will be provided, requiring a cutout . Equipment cabinet should be provided with lockable pocket doors below. Pullout keyboard drawer and mouse pad area to be designed. Materials target area on top to be provided with a clear area yet to be determined (materials area to line up with overhead graphics camera). e 2. Visitor/oral presentation lectern: . This second lectern may be opposite the presentation lectern or directly in front of the dais and support only ADA access and/or a microphone for oral presentations only. 3. Overhead cavity (over the presentation lectern) for camern with power and low voltage raceway to Control Room..' . 4. Rigid metallic raceway, flexible conduit, and open raceway will be required at various locations for media signals near isolated devices (for example, ceiling cameras). Most conduits will be designed in a "star" configuration from a backboard in the Control Room. e 4