UCLA Implements AV-over-IP Technology to Modernize Classrooms
UCLA has initiated a $4.3 million pilot project to upgrade seven general-assignment classrooms with AV-over-IP technology. This initiative includes the installation of new displays, projectors, cameras, speakers, microphones, and control systems, all connected via a standard Ethernet network. The project is part of UCLA's broader 'Smart Campus' approach, which aims to enhance learning environments through modern technology. The upgraded classrooms feature flexible furniture, large displays, and advanced audio-visual equipment, selected through a comprehensive request for proposals process. This technology allows for a more streamlined and cost-effective setup, as it eliminates the need for multiple cables and supports Power over Ethernet.