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Looking to replace our dated 8 channel Wireless Microphones (image) as they are giving all manner of feedback on most channels due to what i think are issues on the receivers etc. i believe that the ones we currently have are an old technology too. Issues i'm having is finding a solution that has the antenna on the front, most are now on the back. I've also contacted the likes of gear2music, managed service and also other companies for quotes, but most aren't very much help. Anyone done a similar replacement?

Hi everyone, independent, international school in Wembley looking for IT&AV Officer with immediate start (5 July 2021 latest) https://lyceeinternationaldelondres.schoolrecruiter.com/job/it--and--av-officer-1155677. No French needed but is a bonus. Excellent CPD opportunities. Fantastic creative and innovative community of international colleagues and students. This role can also be offered as an apprenticeship for those interested.

Hi all, I am looking for a company who we can hire a projector, screen and speakers from. It is for our prizegiving day, which we will have at the school next door as our hall is not big enough. Unfortunately the hall next door does not have the relevant AV equipment. We need a company who will come in and install the equipment a couple of days before the event, and then take it down again after the event. We are based in London / Surrey so anyone in the South would be great, although we can obviously use a company further away if necessary. Thanks for you help.

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Hi there, We're looking at some potential installs, anyone happen to have any recommendations for AV installers based in the North East of England? We'd probably be looking at interactive screens rather than projectors. Any recommendations very much welcome Cheers

IT and AV Support Assistant Full time This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with a strong interest in IT and AV, who enjoys working with people. If you are keen to learn and looking to join a friendly and experienced team, you could be part of the day-to-day IT and AV services provision for this busy school. You will provide first line technical support to students and staff, perform routine ICT and AV tasks and contribute to the smooth running of the IT network. For further information or to apply please see the application form and pack, (attached) or on the school website: IT and AV Support Assistant The HR department may be contacted via e-mail [email protected] Guildford High School offers a competitive salary, 25 days annual leave and a popular benefits and rewards programme. The closing date for applications is 1.00pm on Thursday 16th August 2018. Interviews will be held on Thursday 23rd August 2018. GHS is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all who work at the School to share this commitment. Successful applicants will be subject to child protection screening appropriate to the post including an enhanced disclosure through the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) and checks with previous employers. Application pack IT AV.doc Application Form IT and AV Support Asst.doc

As we will have an increased IT budget next year, we are looking for any educational AV suppliers who are prepared to come into our school (in Darlington Co. Durham) to demonstrate what is available to our teaching staff. We are particularly interested in IWB solutions / alternatives, projector to tablet solutions, wireless projectors etc. Anything that will enhance the AV side of teaching. The idea is that staff can view what you have available, then request any items they want from next year’s budget. Any suppliers please pm me or if anyone can suggest any companies that would be great.

Want to work in the Independent sector for one of the leading London schools? Do you have good Audio Visual experience in schools or other sectors and trying to break into IT role? Maybe you struggle to get pay review in the public sector or would love training but there’s never any budget? This employer needs to speak with you! Based near Barnes, this school has an awesome reputation, a collegiate feel and fantastic facilities. They offer a training budget, regular pay increments and a professional team environment. The sort of person who would fit in nicely will be punctual and organised, know AV set up and break down, looking after numerous smartboards, projectors, assembly and music hall kit, digital signage, PA’s, vocal aids, active studio etc etc In other times you will have the opportunity to work alongside other IT professionals, answering 1st and eventually 2nd line IT calls giving you the chance to progress if that’s your goal. This is a role which requires strong communication and customer service skills as you will be working alongside educators and students in a great setting. Parking, great pension, discounted schools fees, lunches, bicycle scheme, use of sports facilities, professional development funding, increasing and excellent holiday entitlement, and an opportunity to get involved in the fabric of the school are just some of the benefits.

I've nicked this post from elsewhere. The BSI have produced a specification of interest to all those who have stuff installed in classrooms and similar places. If you didn't know, some libraries will allow a download of the BS in certain circumstances (Hampshire for example!). PAS 122:2009 Specification for the installation of audiovisual equipment in classrooms and general publicly accessible areas This Publicly Available Specification (PAS) specifies requirements for the correct and safe implementation of audiovisual installations. This PAS was written to give end users and customers a level of confidence and assurance when purchasing audiovisual (AV) installation services. PAS 122 provides requirements for the installation of AV equipment in a wide variety of settings. It is intended as a reference point for AV and electrical installers to ensure that the quality and standards of installations are raised to a sustainable level where any customer can be aware that specific criteria are being met. In particular it has been noted over the past number of years that resellers of interactive whiteboards and AV equipment use third party sub-contractors to install their equipment. It has become apparent following completion of a number of audits that there are no strict guidelines relating to how the installations are carried out and that the processes employed by suppliers and subcontract staff differed greatly. This adds to the risk as, in a few isolated cases, installs have been carried out without adhering to the appropriate processes. As such, the primary aim of this specification is to provide a framework that helps to ensure increased safety and analysis/management of risks, whilst also demonstrating due diligence in these areas. Ultimately, an objective of this specification is to provide a means of assessment and certification in order to assure the users and wider industry of compliance with best practice. Wherever possible and where appropriate the equipment and installation processes should have measureable performance figures that can be validated by appropriate assessors and auditors. This PAS is not a training document and therefore a suitably trained and or competent engineer is required to be able to carry out work to these guidelines. It is assumed that the installer will have the relevant knowledge and understanding of the market place to suit the installation that is being undertaken. A series of annexes include the following information for illustrative purposes: * Further information on the technology referred to in this document * Guidance on optical radiation safety * A sample site survey document (pre-installation) * Sample code of conduct * A sample static load test * A mechanical stability and static balance test * General guidance for using whiteboards and projectors. * A sample post installation document. Although most of the above documents are samples for whiteboard and projector implementations this PAS is not restricted to this type of technology. It is intended to cover the many differing existing and emerging technologies used in the audio visual world. PAS 122 does not specify requirements for the training of installation engineers. It is for use by audio visual installation companies in the UK who provide installations comprising of a significant AV component such as, but not limited to, computers, projectors, whiteboards, plasma screens, LCD screens, loud speakers (both wall and ceiling mounted) and light arrays to the public and private sectors and their end users. Contents of PAS 122 include: * Foreword * Introduction * Scope * Normative references * Terms and definitions * Abbreviations * Health and safety * Working at height * Asbestos * Electrical safety * Hazards * Optical radiation safety * Pre install * Site survey * Risk assessment of works to be carried out * Customer actions * Installer conduct * Installation * Health and safety * Fixings and brackets * Structural considerations * Electrical considerations * Cabling considerations * Post install * Commissioning * Sign off * Audit trail * Annexes * Bibliography PAS 122 was sponsored by Becta, the Government's lead agency for information and communications technology (ICT) in education.

SMART LightRaise™ 60wi2 to launch later this month (June) My last post for interactive projectors has had quite a few views which indicates that schools are seriously considering them as viable option for delivering multimedia resources in the classroom. Steljes will be adding the new SMART LightRaise 60wi2 interactive projector to the product range in June to provide a choice of interactive projector models this summer. The new SMART LightRaise 60wi2 should captivate users, providing interactivity on virtually any solid flat surface or dry erase board. The improved model is brighter at 3000 lumens and enables up to four people to simultaneously write, touch and interact within the inclusive SMART Notebook collaborative software (with one year SMART Notebook Advantage subscription also included). The unit also introduces compatibility with the Crestron® RoomView® room management system. The new unit will complement the existing SMART LightRaise 60wi Interactive projector, which provides a dual touch experience at 2500 lumens brightness. If you have not read my previous blog about interactive projectors you can find it here: Interactive Projectors - Blogs - EduGeek.net For details speak to our helpful education team or PM me direct.

Cablers are about to embark on another busy period of installations for network managers and schools throughout the South East of England. We've been working with schools for 15 years and have got to the point where we are trusted by some LEA's to do all of their networking, wireless and AV, we are working with academy chains as well as directly for many individual schools both Primary and Secondary. We are an independent company and our solutions are not vendor specific, we will quote and install what we are asked for or we will quote and install what we feel is the best networking, wireless or education technology currently available to fit your budgets. We would like to work with you and can supply hardware only if that's what you need, advice only if that's what your after but we are predominantly an installation partner for schools using education technology across the curriculum. We only use trained and certified in house technicians and engineers and do not sub out our installations. We have developed a reputation for providing friendly service, honest advice that can be trusted, installations of the highest quality, best value and you will never have a problem getting us back to solve issues because customer service is key to our continuing success. As we concentrate on working for schools within our region we don't spread ourselves too thinly and can remain responsive to your needs and support requests. Providing a local service to schools and developing long lasting relationships with the IT people who work in them who have to make tech work. Cablers have a team of different specialists who are here to support network managers and to help deliver their vision of how they want their networks set up and run. We also have lots of experience working with senior leadership teams and head teachers. We know IT in schools is rarely decided by individuals. Why not have a look at social media to see what we are up too. We expect you to do some homework on any company you decide to work with. EdTech on G+ EdTech@CablersLtd on Twitter Cablers Education Technology on Facebook We also have lots of blogs on our website too like this one: Why schools should think before buying IT / AV equipment from the large volume box shifters. Have a great summer and i hope some of you will be tempted to try using Cablers Network & AV Solutions over the next school year. We don't lose many customers we work because we deliver a service schools and network mangers like. I will still be on the forums here along with a couple of my colleagues getting involved with the community and we will be back to sponsor edugeek after the summer. If you need anything EdTech, Network or AV related you could do far worse than giving Cablers an opportunity to provide the services and products you want. This is a list which covers most our products and services: http://www.cablers.co.uk/ Wireless Networks - Network Configuration - Network Reporting - Network Testing - Network Switches - Network Cabling - Fibre Optics - Electrical Installations - BYOD Integration - onBoarder - Web Filtering -MDM - Cloud Services - Tablet Integration - Apple Specialists - Telephone Systems - Support Services - ICT Suites - School Hall Installations - Smartboards - Promethean Boards - Interactive Projectors - Touchscreens -Digital Signage- Video Conferencing - Computer Hardware -