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Stage Audio Works integrates AV-over-IP conferencing solution at Bank of Namibia headquarters in Windhoek

The Bank of Namibia’s headquarters, located in the heart of the Namibian capital, Windhoek, recently upgraded the AV system in its main auditorium, used for on-site events and virtual conferences. Stage Audio Works Namibia, specialists in AV technology integration and supply, were chosen to lead the project.

“Following the acceptance of our proposal by the Bank of Namibia, we began working closely with the in-house facilities and maintenance and engineering teams to design and implement the auditorium upgrade”, explains Emce Smit, Technical Manager at Stage Audio Works Namibia. “The focus of the project was to enhance the overall experience for users, including upgrading the capabilities for streaming live events and improving the quality of the video conferencing technology, especially for delegates joining meetings remotely.”

The scope comprised the integration of audio, visual and control technologies, plus solutions to enable seamless bring-your-own-device (BYOD) connectivity. For video presentations, the system includes a Crestron AirMedia Receiver with Wi-Fi connectivity. The video capture setup comprises two Crestron PTZ cameras paired with a Fortinge 15’’ conference teleprompter to help with on-stage speech delivery.

The conferencing technology is built upon a Crestron Flex Video Conference System for Microsoft Teams Rooms. A Christie DWU960-iS laser projector is used for the main display, with Samsung 55’’ and 65’’ screens for downstage comfort monitors as well as providing digital signage at the entrance to the auditorium. Content distribution is handled by Crestron’s DM NVX AV-over-IP solution.

“Ceiling microphones were specifically requested by the client, so we chose the Sennheiser TeamConnect Ceiling 2 (TCC2) microphones for this application”, says Smit. “For lighting, we opted for Cameo LED Fresnel wash lights in combination with an LED profile spotlight, which can be controlled via the Crestron wall plate at the auditorium entrance, plus LED strip lights.”

A custom podium from Windhoek Joinery Works (WJW), with a Sennheiser Gooseneck microphone and a 7’’ Crestron touch panel display, plus space to plug and play your own device, provides those presenting with what they need to conduct hybrid conferences.

(Photos: Sonja Kilian Art & Photography)

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