Technology@Wooster

Over the summer the Media Services group installed new presentation equipment in Sheide’s Gault Recital Hall. The group mounted a projector above the control booth and designed a technologically-enhanced podium for use on the stage. The podium contains a scaler and a VCR/DVD combo unit, and easily accommodates a computer and monitor. Sound generated by the devices within the podium will be delivered via the recital hall’s sound system. Built into the top of the podium is a Pixie Pro control unit. This unit, very similar to those installed in Kauke Hall classrooms last year, literally puts control of all the presentation equipment at the speaker’s fingertips.

The new equipment provides a more professional environment for presenters and a better experience for the audience. It also greatly reduces the time required to setup for multimedia presentations. This will benefit not only the technical staff, but also the Music faculty and students utilizing the recital hall for other purposes. The new equipment will also require less storage space backstage.

Throughout the design and installation of the new components, care was taken not to diminish the recital hall aesthetically or acoustically. IT is very grateful for the assistance and collaboration of Peter Mowrey and the Department of Music.