Videoconferencing

Our highly-customizable video conference facility accommodates a variety of needs and is available to the UC Berkeley campus and the community at large.  Video conferences can be arranged with sites around the world.  Our technician will perform a test prior to the date of the video conference and operate the equipment in the room to insure a trouble free, successful connection.

Dwinelle 127Some frequent uses include:

• Distance learning
• Guest lecturers
• Job interviews
• Remote collaborations
• Administrative meetings
• Multimedia presentations

UC Berkeley's commitment to reduce greenhouse gas emissions puts a spotlight on video conferencing.  This method of communication saves time and money as well as alleviates the environmental impact caused by long distance travel.  A recent article in the Berkeleyan outlines the role video conferencing plays on campus.  Click on these links to read the Berkeleyan article or to learn more about the UCB CalCAP program.

Videoconferencing Action ShotAbout the Main Facility and its equipment:

• Hosts up to 30 participants
• Two-way interactivity (participants and speakers can communicate)
• Ability to bridge up to 4 sites
• Send video and data simultaneously
• Installed computer and laptop input for presentations
• Document camera to display paper, transparencies or small objects
• DVD/VCR for video playbacks
• Wireless PowerPoint remote
• IP, ISDN, Skype and iChat connectivity

In addition to our main facility, ETS has two other conference rooms as well as portable units that connect from anywhere on the campus. This portable conferencing equipment lends itself well to semester-long collaborations with other remote classes.  We can also setup computer video conferences using software such as iChat or Skype.

Whether we assist you in our facilities or in your classroom, the end result is the same — a high-end, stress-free experience for the presenter.