Equipment Recommendation

Audio Devices

This area is for audio only devices used for videoconferencing, recording and podcasting.

Speakerphones Jabra 750

Shown above. Small room speakerphone with full duplex audio. Connects via Bluetooth, wireless or USB. Two units can pair together for expanded coverage. Highly recommended. These can work with the cameras listed in the other sections that do not have audio capacity of their own to create a complete system.

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Owl Labs Equipment

Meeting Owl

In a category of its own, this all-in-one solution uses a combination of AI sensing combined with a 360° camera to provide a different experience than a traditional camera. Suitable for all modes of instruction and rooms. Can be placed on the tabletop or on a tripod. Two Meeting Owls can be paired to extend coverage.

The Owl has been a popular choice for departments to accommodate conference and academic scenarios. RTL Classroom Technology has evaluation units available for...

Interactive Whiteboards and Display Tablets

For use stand-alone or in conjunction with a Zoom Room system, an interactive whiteboard can be a significant upgrade to a room.

Feature Highlights Whiteboarding and annotation Wired HDMI Presentation Zoom Room integration (with adjunct NUC appliance) Other interactive and web capabilities depending on device. Equipment and Installation Cost Estimates ~$500-$3,000 (Equipment) Display and mounts. ~$800 for Zoom Room NUC if needed. DIY or Professional Installation Can be mounted on table, display or wall. Can be on a rolling cart. Any wall mounting...

Zoom Room Appliances

Good options for small to medium size spaces with frequent need for synchronous in-person and remote gatherings. Can be moved between rooms if proper network infrastructure and displays are available.

Feature Highlights Wireless Presentation(link is external) Wired HDMI Presentation Speakers for audio playback and remote participant audio Microphone Array for voice capture 4K Camera with autoframing capability ...(link is external)

PTZ Cameras

Best for larger rooms being used in the lecture scenario, Pan Tilt Zoom cameras are a more traditional video camera. They can either be controlled by presets or controlled remotely. Some have auto tracking capability that follows the presenter. These are best suited to a soft install on a wall or with a display rather than portability, though one could be placed on a table.

AI Webcams

These webcams have super wide angle capability paired with active sensing technology that reframes the camera image to focus on the current speaker. An additional external speakerphone like the Jabra Speak 750 may be needed depending on the size of the room or your application.

Video Bars

These are integrated all-in-one solutions that include wide angle camera(s), speakers and microphones. They can be placed on a table or attached to a display on a rolling stand or on the wall. Depending on the size of the room, a separate microphone may be needed for best audio.

Stand-alone Zoom Room Solutions

Good option for small spaces with frequent need for synchronous in-person and remote gatherings. A rolling stand can allow use in multiple rooms as needed.

Equipment and Installation Cost Estimates

~$4,000-$8,000 (Equipment) DIY Installation (requires mounting on table, rolling stand or wall) For best results, requires a wired network connection

Feature Highlights

Wireless Presentation(link is external) Wired HDMI Presentation Speakers for audio playback and...