Interactive Classrooms Connected Classroom Project, Interactive Whiteboards and Projectors

Interactive ClassroomsConnected Classroom Project,Interactive Whiteboards and Projectors

Greg Sharkey

Technology Adviser

Sydney Region

NSW Department of Education & Training

NSW Public Schools – Leading the Way www.det.nsw.edu.au



Memorandum Number: Memorandum Number: DN/08/00131DN/08/00131

Issued: 28 April 2008INTERACTIVE WHITEBOARDS

I am pleased to advise that agreements have now been finalised for the supply of Interactive Classroom Project equipment, with significant cost reductions achieved through the tendering process.



DN/08/00131DN/08/00131

• Memo covers– Connected Classroom

Project

– Discretionary Purchases of Interactive Whiteboards and Data Projectors



Contract Contract Covers:Covers:• Interactive Whiteboards

• Projectors

• VideoConferencing Equipment

• Ancillary Equipment– Speakers etc

• Installation



Interactive WhiteboardsInteractive Whiteboards• Panasonic Elite Panaboard UB-T780

– Stylus Touch

– Recommended

• Smartboard SB680– Finger touch

– Optional

• Smartboard SB660– Suitable for Small rooms



Panasonic Elite Panaboard UB-Panasonic Elite Panaboard UB-T780T780

• Hardboard (PET Coated metal) Surface

• Stylus Touch– Requires Stylus

• 77” Diagonal



Panasonic Elite Panaboard UB-T780Panasonic Elite Panaboard UB-T780Advantages•Hard metal surface – not active.•Digital technology means more accuracy.•If surface is damaged, it can be easily replaced without replacing entire board•Active Components can be easily replaced/upgraded

Disadvantages•Requires Stylus to operate

•Battery is required for stylus•Can not use fingers

•10 cm wide strip along left edge is unusable



Smartboard SB680/SB660Smartboard SB680/SB660

• Soft Polyester Surface

• Finger Touch– Can be operated with finger or Stulus

• 77”/68” Diagonal



Smartboard SB680/SB660Smartboard SB680/SB660Advantages•Able to be controlled with fingers or stylus•Stylus does not require battery•Whole surface of board is able to be used•More intuitive for younger users

Disadvantages•Surface can get dirty through use of fingers•Analogue technology•Because the board surface is an active component, if damage occurs, entire board would need to be replaced•Active components unable to be replaced/upgraded•Unable to hover or rollover



ProjectorsProjectors

• Sanyo PLC-XE50

• Epson EMP-400W

• Dell 1409x



Dell 1409xDell 1409x• Long throw - mounted from Ceiling and set

back 2-9m from Wall

• XGA (1024 x 768)

• 2500 Lumens

• Not recommended for IWB due to glare in presenter's eyes

• Suitable for large wall projection or mobile projector



Dell 1409xDell 1409xAdvantages•Can be used as a mobile projector (if not mounted from ceiling)•Can be used to project onto very large wall

Disadvantages•Not suitable for IWB use



Epson EMP-400WEpson EMP-400W

• Short Throw Projector

• True Wide XGA (1280 x 800 pixel)

• 1800 lumens

• Mounted 1-2m from wall – wall or ceiling mount

• Suitable for IWB



Epson EMP-400WEpson EMP-400WAdvantages•As projector is mounted 1 m from board – reduced glare when compared to long throw.•Wide screen projection

Disadvantages•Not Mobile•Not suitable for projection on very large wall/screen•More glare than ultra-short throw projectors



Sanyo PLC-XE50Sanyo PLC-XE50

• Ultra Short throw

• XVGA (1024 x 768)

• 2000 Lumens

• Mounted from wall above board

• Recommended for IWB



Sanyo PLC-X50Sanyo PLC-X50Advantages•Very little or no glare for Presenter as projector is close to board.•Inbuilt anti theft alarm•Less attractive to thieves

Disadvantages•Not Mobile•Not suitable for projection on very large wall/screen



The SoftwareThe Software

• NSW DET has negotiated for a state licence for ActivStudio 3 to be used with all IWB's.

• This software is used to create lesson content.

• Software will be available soon.

• CLI and Regional Curriculum Consultants will develop' flipcharts’ using this software



The Completed The Completed PackagePackage



Indicative PricingIndicative Pricing• Board + Installation only

Contact Fleet Manager for quote

PanaboardSmartboard

(SB680)IWB $1 443 $1 958Installation $ 478 $ 478Total $1 921 $2 436NOTE: It is likely that there will be an extra charge for new power points



Indicative PricingIndicative Pricing• Board, Projector, Projector Mount and Installation

Contact Fleet Manager for quote

Panaboard + Sanyo

Panaboard + Epson

Smartboard + Sanyo

Smartboard + Epson

IWB $ 1 443 $ 1 443 $ 1 958 $ 1 958

Projector $ 2 443 $ 1 983 $ 2 443 $ 1 983

Projector Mount

$ 300 $ 405 $ 300 $ 405

Installation $ 792 $ 792 $ 792 $ 792

Total $ 4 978 $ 4 623 $ 5 493 $ 5 138

NOTE: It is likely that there will be an extra charge for new power points



Ordering ProcessOrdering Process• Review available information on equipment and services at:

– https://detwww.det.nsw.edu.au/it/t4l/hardwarespecs/interactive_classrooms_gpl.htm

– DET Intranet: A-Z of Directorates: Information Technology: Equipment: Interactive Classrooms

• Contact ICT Fleet manager (1800 654 310) for answers to frequently asked questions and arrange a formal quotation on your selected products

• Post payment and approved quotation to IT Procurement Services

• Quotation will be reviewed and entered into the Smartbuy system and delivery scheduled and confirmed by the ICT Fleet Manager



More InformationMore Information

• DET ICT Fleet Manager– Ph: 1800 654 310

– Fax: 1800 808 385

– Email: [email protected]

• Website:• https://detwww.det.nsw.edu.au/it/t4l/hardwarespecs/interactive_classrooms_gpl.h

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• http://tinyurl.com/6pu9b7

• DET Intranet: A-Z Directorates: Information Technology: Equipment: Interactive Classroom



Connected Classroom Connected Classroom ProjectProject• All school will receive 1 Connected Classroom over next 3 years.– Interactive Whiteboard

– Projector

– Flat Screen TV

– Speakers and microphones

– 2 x Video Conference Cameras

– Computer (Windows)

– Cabinet containing all connections.



Requirements of roomRequirements of room be large enough to accommodate a full class.

Be able to be used as required by all groups in the school.

Have independent lights switches and blinds to control lights.

Be sound-proofed or at least not be affected by noises.

Have a solid front wall capable of having equipment mounted on it.

Have a back wall that has some solid section to allow mounting of a camera.

Have power and network outlets.

Have heating and ventilation.

Adequate security.



Questions and AnswersQuestions and Answers



Can I purchase from another supplier?Can I purchase from another supplier?

• No.

• Refer to DG's Memos

• No IT Support will be provided for other brands.



Company X has told us they are on Company X has told us they are on State Contracts. Can we buy from State Contracts. Can we buy from them?them?• No.

• DET has negotiated a contract for DET Schools, TAFE, Regional and State Offices.



We already have boards from Brand X We already have boards from Brand X and wish to have them all the sameand wish to have them all the same

• Brand X are not on DET Contract and so are not available for purchase.

• The software chosen by DET will work on all boards and so teachers can learn the same software and share their work.



My P & C wishes to purchase My P & C wishes to purchase equipment. Can they purchase from equipment. Can they purchase from other suppliers?other suppliers?• No.

• Note - No IT support will be provided to other non-DET approved equipment.



Can you compare the boards with Can you compare the boards with Brand XBrand X

• Brand X is not on contract and so are not available for purchase.



Interwrite board uses Bluetooth while Interwrite board uses Bluetooth while the others use Infrared. Please compare the others use Infrared. Please compare them.them.• Pen position determined by:

– Interwrite - has an active surface which uses electromagnetic grid.

– Smartboard uses a soft flexible surface grid.

– Panaboard uses ultrasonic and Infrared sensors

• Connection to computer is via USB cable. Bluetooth is an option for Smart/Interwrite, but cable is still needed for projector.



Can we buy outside Smartbuy if we can Can we buy outside Smartbuy if we can prove we are buying from a Govt prove we are buying from a Govt Contract supplier and can match the Contract supplier and can match the price?price?• No. – See DG’s Memo.

• No IT (or other) support will be provided to non-contract equipment.



What are the structural What are the structural requirements for an Interactive requirements for an Interactive Whiteboard and ProjectorWhiteboard and Projector

• Wall needs to be sturdy and capable of supporting weight of board/projector.

• Should be a structural wall.

• Power and network connectivity needs to be available.



What is provided for the Installation What is provided for the Installation Costs?Costs?

• Installation charges include:– Unboxing

– Mounting of brackets

– Mounting board/projector

– Configuration and testing



Warranty DetailsWarranty Details

• 4 Year on-site Warranty on all parts – Excluding bulb

• Service calls logged through DET IT Service Desk (1800 338 483)



Who are the Main Suppliers?Who are the Main Suppliers?

• All orders made through NSW DET Fleet Manager



Can I bundle the package from 1 Can I bundle the package from 1 Supplier?Supplier?

• All orders are through NSW DET Flet manager.

• Installation can be bundled for Projector and IWB.



The Dell Projector is a lot cheaper. Can I The Dell Projector is a lot cheaper. Can I use it with an IWB?use it with an IWB?

• Not recommended for use with IWB.

• Long throw projectors are designed to be 2-9 metres from the screen.

• The presenter would be looking into the light when facing their class.

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