Item 4E
Approve the purchase of equipment for council chambers from Digital Resources Inc in the amount of $189,965
Item 4E
B4 Provide high quality customer service
B6 Optimize use of technology
High Level Description
The current video components:
At the end of the support lifecycle
No support for high definition
No support for digital outputs
Systems being upgraded:
Replacing all control room equipment
Replacing 2 of the 4 cameras with HD
Replacing voting software
Cameras
High Resolution HD Imagery
Featuring 3x 1/3" 2.2MP MOS sensors, this camera is capable of producing high definition video in 1080i, 1080p, and 720p formats, as well as standard definition 480i, 480p, 576i, and
576p formats. Dynamic Range Stretch (DRS) helps to minimize saturation and prevents blocking up shadows and blowing highlights. A built-in 4-position ND filter also helps with controlling
exposure while 16-axis color correction allows you to fine tune your imagery directly from the camera.
Broad Pan and Tilt Range with Quick Movements
Offering a panning range of +/- 175° and a tilt range from -30° to +210°, this camera has a wide versatility of viewing angles suitable for a variety of indoor situations. It also features
a noise level of NC35 when panning or tilting, which is quiet enough to not disturb the environment during weddings, theater performances, or other locations where sound is of high importance.
The high speed 60°/second make this camera ideal for use during sporting events or other situations where fast-paced, frenetic activity occurs. You can also utilize up to 100 different
camera and lens preset positions for situations that require a variety of fixed angle shots or for operation by non-technical personnel.
Control Room Equipment
Switcher: Combine 8 HD/SD
Integrated Clip Server: holds up to 30 hours of H.264 or ProRes clips (transitions, animations backgrounds, etc)
Broadcast-quality Harris Inscriber GS Character Generator
Voting Software
Allows for quick/easy voting
Provides ability to quickly add/changes items
Customizable interface
Mayor control of podium microphone
Future display of agenda items on screen
Many other additional opportunities
Budget Information
The total amount requested is $189,895.51.
Council approved $190,000 in the FY13 Strategic Fund account
Thank you. Contact Dale Dean with questions 817.748.8086