ANGELES COMMUNITY COLLEGE DISTRICT

AUDIOVISUAL STANDARDS & DESIGN

GUIDELINES
LOS ANGELES COMMUNITY COLLEGE DISTRICT

February 2, 2022

VERSION 1.2

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

TABLE OF CONTENTS 2
INTRODUCTION 3
RELEVANT STANDARDS 5
ROOM STYLE CONFIGURATIONS 8
ROOM LAYOUT DIAGRAMS 14
ARCHITECTURAL DESIGN REQUIREMENTS 50
DISABLED ACCESS COMPLIANCE AND ACCOMMODATIONS 58
SYSTEM DESIGN REQUIREMENTS 62
DISPLAY SIZE REQUIREMENTS 68
SOFTWARE 70
TECHNOLOGY & NETWORKING 71
COMMISSIONING & SUPPORT 73
WARRANTY AND MAINTENANCE SUPPORT 77
APPENDIX A – SAMPLE USER INTERFACE LAYOUTS 81
APPENDIX B – MANUFACTURER & EQUIPMENT STANDARDS 83
APPENDIX C – SIMPLIFIED AUDIOVISUAL STANDARDS 94
APPENDIX D – TYPICAL REFERENCE DETAILS 101
APPENDIX E – TYPICAL INFRASTRUCTURE DIAGRAM 125
APPENDIX F – TIER 3 CLASSROOM (HYFLEX LEARNING SPACE) 127
APPENDIX G – COMMISSIONING FORMS 133
APPENDIX H – DOCUMENT REVISION TRACKING 136

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INTRODUCTION

Goal & Intent of Document

The intent of this document is to aid in the application of consistent instructional technologies within the Los Angeles Community College District
(LACCD) classroom environment to meet the goals established within the 2018-2023 LACCD District Strategic Plan:

Goal 1: Access to Educational Opportunities

Goal 2: Premier Learning Environments
Goal 3: Student Success and Equity
Goal 4: Organizational Effectiveness
Goal 5: Fiscal Integrity
The purpose of the Audio Visual (AV) Classroom Standards are to provide minimum performance criteria for instructional technologies and audio-
visual systems that will meet the needs of institutional learning, support various teaching methods and styles, enhance District/College
communications, improve operational systems, meet accessibility (ADA) compliance requirements, and meet fire/life/safety compliance
requirements.

This standard provides a minimum baseline level of audio/visual capabilities along with guidelines for use in architectural programming, design,
construction, renovation, and upgrades of classrooms throughout the entire District.

Flexibility and Evolving Classroom Technologies

LACCD Stakeholders identified that classroom technologies will play a major factor in how education in the future differs from education today.
It was identified that the standards shall be:

 Flexible - to support a variety of instructional pedagogy

 Expandable - to support future classroom technologies such as wireless presentation, augmented & virtual reality, and holography
 Scalable - to support additional media inputs and outputs for future needs
As such, to supplement the existing Audiovisual system capabilities, the standards include infrastructure that enables the District to easily adopt
future classroom technologies as identified above.

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Acknowledgments
District Academic Senate

Technology Policy and Planning Committee

District Technology Committee

Facilities Planning Subcommittee

BuildLACCD

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RELEVANT STANDARDS

LACCD Standards
The AV Classroom Standards shall be compliant* with the following related standard(s):

 LACCD Facility Design Standards – Cabling & Telecommunications

http://www.build-laccd.org/contractors-bidders/standards-guidelines

Note: In the event of a conflict, the District standards shall apply.

Communications Standards
 ANSI/TIA-568-C.0, Generic Telecommunications Cabling for Customer Premises
 ANSI/TIA-568-C.1, Commercial Building Telecommunications Cabling Standard
 ANSI/TIA-568-C.2, Balanced Twisted-Pair Telecommunication Cabling and Components Standard
 ANSI/TIA-568-C.3, Optical Fiber Cabling Components Standard
 ANSI/TIA-568-C.4, Broadband Coaxial Cabling and Components Standard
 ANSI/TIA-569-C, Telecommunications Pathways and Spaces
 ANSI/TIA-598-C, Optical Fiber Cable Color Coding
 ANSI/TIA-606-B, Administration Standard for Telecommunications Infrastructure
 ANSI/TIA-607-B, Generic Telecommunications Bonding and Grounding (Earthing) For Customer Premises
 ANSI/TIA-758-B, Customer-Owned Outside Plant Telecommunications Infrastructure Standard
 ANSI/TIA-526-7, Measurement of Optical Power Loss of Installed Single-Mode Fiber Cable Plant
 ANSI/TIA -526-14, Optical Power Loss Measurements of Installed Multimode Fiber Cable Plant
 ASHRAE 9.9, Thermal Guidelines for Data Processing Environments

Industry Standards
All equipment and installations under this Specification shall conform to the latest version of the following:

 ANSI/IEEE C2 National Electrical Safety Code

 TIA/EIA Standards 568, 569, 606 and 607
 IEEE/ANSI 142 2007 Recommended Practice for Grounding of Industrial and Commercial Power Systems.
 ANSI/BICSI 001-2017, Information and Communication Technology Systems Design Best Practices for Educational Institutions

Building Standards

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Building requirements and standards for code compliance in building projects that should be referenced as applicable.

 CBC 11B-706, Assistive Listening Systems

 National Electric Code (NEC) ANSI/NFPA 70

Federal Standards
 Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)

Audiovisual Standards
 ANSI/INFOCOMM 4:2012, Audiovisual Systems Energy Management http://www.infocomm.org
 ANSI/INFOCOMM 3M-2011, Projected Image System Contrast Ratio http://www.infocomm.org
 ANSI/INFOCOMM 10:2013, AV Systems Performance Verification http://www.infocomm.org
 INFOCOMM 5M-201X, Display Image Size for 2D Content http://www.infocomm.org
 INFOCOMM A102.01:2015 Audio Coverage Uniformity http://www.infocomm.org
 INFOCOMM V201.02:2015 Direct View Display Image System Contrast Ratio http://www.infocomm.org

References
The following documents provide information regarding audiovisual industry “best practices,” including commonly accepted standards for design,
installation, and performance of integrated audiovisual systems. The technical quality of the Contractor’s work and the resulting performance of
the Audiovisual Systems installed in the Project will generally be measured against the standards and practices delineated in these References.

 Audiovisual Best Practices: The Design and Integration Process for the AV and Construction Industry, Timothy Cape and Jim Smith; Fairfax, VA; International
Communications Industries Association, 2005
 ASTM Task Group E33.04C, Acoustical Environment in the Open-Plan Office, Atlas-Soundolier, Addendum, May 1994
 Dashboard for Controls Design Reference, InfoComm International®
 https://www.avixa.org
 Dashboard for Controls Contractors Guide, InfoComm International®
 https://www.avixa.org
 InfoComm International. ANSI/InfoComm 10:2013 Audiovisual Systems Performance Verification, Section 9.1. Fairfax: InfoComm International, 2013.
 International Organization for Standardization. ISO 266:1997, Acoustics -- Preferred Frequencies. Geneva: ISO.
 Avixa A102.01:2017 Audio Coverage Uniformity https://www.avixa.org
 ANSI/INFOCOMM 3M-2011, Projected Image System Contrast Ratio. https://www.avixa.org

Haas, Helmut (1972). “The Influence of Single Echo on Audibility of Speech”. Audio Engineering Society JAES Volume 20 Issue 2. 146-159.
March 1972.

International Electrotechnical Commission. 2013. IEC 61672-1:2013 Electroacoustics – Sound level meters – Part 1: Specifications. Geneva:
International Electrotechnical Commission.

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International Electrotechnical Commission. 2013. IEC 61672-2:2013 Electroacoustics – Sound level meters – Part 2: Pattern Evaluation Tests.
Geneva: International Electrotechnical Commission.

The following publications contain information that supports the design and application of this Standard, but are not required provisions of the
Standard. Use the latest edition unless otherwise specified.

Acoustical Society of America (ASA).

 ANSI/ASA S1.1-2013, Acoustical Terminology. Melville, NY: Acoustical Society of America (ASA).
 ANSI/ASA S12.2-2008, Criteria for Evaluating Room Noise. Melville, NY: Acoustical Society of America (ASA).
 ANSI/ASA S1.13-2005, ANSI Measurement of Sound Pressure Levels in Air. Melville, NY: Acoustical Society of America (ASA).
 ANSI/ASA S1.11-2004, Electroacoustics - Octave-band and Fractional-octave-band Filters
o Part 1: Specifications. Melville, NY: Acoustical Society of America (ASA).

Audio Engineering Society, Inc. AES56-2008 (R2014) AES Standard on Acoustics-Sound Source Modeling – Loudspeaker Polar Radiation
Measurements. New York, New York: Audio Engineering Society, Inc.

Audio Engineering Society, Inc. AES-R2-2004, Project Report for Articles on Professional Audio and for Equipment Specifications — Notations for
Expressing Levels. New York, New York: Audio Engineering Society, Inc.

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ROOM STYLE CONFIGURATIONS

Tier 1 Classroom
Standard single screen classroom
The single screen classroom is the standard layout and style used across all LACCD campuses. Just one projector and one screen to display
presentation materials. The room accommodates ceiling speakers for content/program audio playback and voice reinforcement as required. The
ADA-approved instructor desk includes an equipment rack hosting the main source and processing equipment for the room as well the surface
equipment including the computer monitor(s) for both source content preview and system control & operation, the document camera and the cable
well for power, data and AV connections. The room shall include infrastructure to support the deployment of Hyflex remote learning equipment
including conduits and wall boxes for future cameras and ceiling microphones. The system includes:

Single ceiling projector

Single wall or ceiling (manual or motorized) projection screen

Ceiling speakers

Instructor station with dual monitors (one content, one interactive for control*) including:

 Presentation switcher
 Control processor
 Amplifier
 Blu-ray/DVD player
 Dedicated room computer
 Surface document camera
 Surface input connections (in recessed flip-up well)
 ALS monaural connection (RCA)

* Note that an option for a dedicated control panel can be used upon
confirmation with LACCD.

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Tier 2 Classroom
Dual screen classroom
The dual screen classroom is the standard layout and style used across all LACCD campuses for larger student capacity. This space supports
two projectors and two screens to display presentation materials to the larger (wider) room audience. The room accommodates ceiling speakers
for content/program audio playback and voice reinforcement as required. The ADA-approved instructor desk includes an equipment rack hosting
the main source and processing equipment for the room as well the surface equipment including the computer monitors for both source content
preview and system control & operation, the document camera and the cable well for power, data and AV connections. The room shall include
infrastructure to support the deployment of Hyflex remote learning equipment including conduits and wall boxes for future cameras and ceiling
microphones. The system includes:

Two ceiling projectors or wall-mounted large flat panel displays

Two wall or ceiling (manual or motorized) projection screens*

* One display can be interactive wall ultra-short throw projector

Ceiling speakers

Instructor station with dual monitors (one content, one interactive for control**) including:

 Matrixing presentation switcher

 Control processor
 Amplifier
 Blu-ray/DVD player
 Dedicated room computer
 Surface document camera
 Surface input connections (in recessed flip-up well)
 ALS monaural connection (RCA) for spaces of 49 seats or under
of occupancy
 ALS transmitter for spaces of 50 seats or greater

** Note that an option for a dedicated control panel can be used

upon confirmation with LACCD.

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Tier 3 Classroom
Dual screen classroom with distance learning support
The dual screen classroom with distance learning support is the preferred layout to accommodate Hyflex learning models with distance learning
support. This space supports two projectors and two screens to display presentation materials to the larger (wider) room audience. Both a wall
camera and ceiling microphone array(s) are included for the instructor lecture capture and audience audio response. The room accommodates
ceiling speakers for content/program audio playback and voice reinforcement as required. The ADA-approved instructor desk includes an
equipment rack hosting the main source and processing equipment for the room as well the surface equipment including the computer monitors
for both source content preview and system control & operation, the document camera and the cable well for power, data and AV connections.
The system includes:

Two ceiling projectors or wall-mounted large flat panel displays

Two wall or ceiling (manual or motorized) projection screens*

* One display can be interactive wall ultra-short throw projector

Ceiling speakers

Ceiling microphone(s)

Wall camera

Instructor station with dual monitors (one content, one interactive for control**) including:

 Matrixing presentation switcher

 Control processor
 Recording/streaming appliance
 Media hub w/ USB to room computer
 Digital Audio Signal Processor (with Dante™)
 Amplifier
 Blu-ray/DVD player
 Dedicated room computer
 Surface document camera
 Surface input connections (in recessed flip-up well)
 ALS monaural connection (RCA) for spaces of 49 seats or
under of occupancy
 ALS transmitter for spaces of 50 seats or greater

** Note that an option for a dedicated control panel can be used.

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Tier 1 Conference Room

Small Meeting Space or Group Study Room
The small conference room includes a primary display for viewing (sized for room seating conditions) and uses the display speakers for audio
support. The table includes a cable well for power, data and AV connectivity. The connections from the table to the display are either through wall
connection (when the table is against the wall) or through a floor box or poke-through. The system includes:

Single wall-mounted flat panel display

Wall touch control panel

Wall or floor input connections extended to table well including:

 Input connections (in recessed flip-up well)

 Wall control panel with built-in control processor
 ALS monaural connection (RCA)

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Tier 2 Conference Room

Medium-sized room with web-conferencing support
The medium conference room includes a primary display for viewing (sized for room seating conditions) and uses overhead ceiling speakers for
content/program audio playback and conference audio. The table includes a cable well for power, data and AV connectivity. The connections from
the table to the display are through a floor box or poke-through. Both a wall camera at the display and a ceiling microphone array are included for
web conferencing connected to the room’s dedicated PC. The room accommodates an equipment rack (free-standing or within room millwork)
hosting the main source and processing equipment for the room. The system includes:

Single wall-mounted flat panel display

Wall touch control panel

Single floor box (power, data & AV)

Floor input connections extended to table well including:

 Input connections (in recessed flip-up well)

 ALS monaural connection (RCA)

Ceiling speakers

Ceiling microphone

Wall camera above or below monitor in recessed camera housing

Equipment rack (free-standing or within room millwork) including:

 Presentation switcher
 Control processor
 Media hub w/ USB to room computer
 Digital Audio Signal Processor (with Dante™)
 Amplifier
 Dedicated room computer
 Surface input connections (in recessed flip-up well)
 ALS monaural connection (RCA) for spaces of 49 seats or under
of occupancy

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Tier 3 Conference Room

Large-sized room with web-conferencing support
The large conference room includes a primary large display or projector/screen for viewing (sized for room seating conditions) and uses overhead
ceiling speakers for content/program audio playback and conference audio. The table includes cable wells for power, data and AV connectivity.
The connections from the table to the display are through floor boxes or poke-throughs (quantity as required). Both a wall camera at the display
and a ceiling microphone array(s) are included for web conferencing connected to the room’s dedicated PC. The room accommodates an
equipment rack (free-standing or within room millwork) hosting the main source and processing equipment for the room. The system includes:

Single wall-mounted large flat panel display or ceiling projector and screen

Wall touch control panel

Two or more floor boxes (power, data & AV)

Floor input connections extended to table well including:

 Input connections (in recessed flip-up well)

 ALS monaural connection (RCA) in primary/front

Ceiling speakers

Ceiling microphone(s)

Wall camera above monitor in recessed camera housing

Optional secondary rear camera

Equipment rack (free-standing or within room millwork) including:

 Presentation switcher
 Control processor
 Media hub w/ USB to room computer
 Digital Audio Signal Processor (with Dante™)
 Amplifier
 Dedicated room computer
 Surface input connections (in recessed flip-up well)
 ALS monaural connection (RCA) for spaces of 49 seats or under
of occupancy

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ROOM LAYOUT DIAGRAMS

The following pages provide standard layouts for the various classrooms and other spaces covered by this standard.

These include:

 Single Screen Classroom

 Dual Projector Classroom
 Dual Display Classroom with Distance Learning Support
 Small Conference Room / Group Meeting Space
 Medium Conference Room with Conferencing
 Large Conference Room with Conferencing

Each of the layouts include a typical overall view, floor plan, reflected ceiling plan, wall elevations, conduit diagram and AV signal diagram.

The layouts can be applied to the specific building program and adjusted to match the requirements by space.

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4 1 MULTI-SERVICE WALL BOX.

ENT. EXIT 2 INSTRUCTOR STATION.
3 WALL MOUNTED PHONE.
4 WALL CLOCK.
5 PROJECTION SCREEN SWITCH
(FOR MOTORIZED SCREENS).
6
6 WHITEBOARD.
7 FUTURE CAMERA (HYFLEX).
2
7

1 01 SC3
4

2
5
SII
R/L

3 AV

1 NOTE: COORDINATE ROOM AND SYSTEM

EQUIPMENT DURING PROGRAMMING FOR
HYFLEX INSTRUCTION

ROOM TYPE: TIER 1 CLASSROOM: SINGLE SCREEN CLASSROOM

DRAWING: AV FLOOR PLAN OVERVIEW

PRIVATE AND CONFIDENTIAL - PROPERTY OF LACCD

 LEGEND:
1 CEILING MOUNTED PROJECTION
SCREEN.
2 CEILING MOUNTED AV CONTROL.
3 PROJECTOR.
4 WIRELESS ACCESS POINT.
S S
5 CEILING SPEAKER - TYPICAL OF 6.
6 FUTURE CEILING MICROPHONE
ARRAY (HYFLEX).
2
1
AV
S M 6 S
3 4

S S
5

NOTE: COORDINATE ROOM AND SYSTEM

EQUIPMENT DURING PROGRAMMING FOR
HYFLEX INSTRUCTION

ROOM TYPE: TIER 1 CLASSROOM: SINGLE SCREEN CLASSROOM

DRAWING: AV REFLECTED CEILING PLAN OVERVIEW

PRIVATE AND CONFIDENTIAL - PROPERTY OF LACCD

 LEGEND:
7 11 1 MULTI-SERVICE WALL BOX.
2 INSTRUCTOR STATION.
3 WALL MOUNTED PHONE.
4 WALL CLOCK.
5 PROJECTION SCREEN SWITCH
(FOR MOTORIZED SCREENS).
1 2 6
6 WHITEBOARD.
7 CEILING MOUNTED PROJECTION
SCREEN.
8 CEILING MOUNTED AV CONTROL.
ELEVATION A
1 9 PROJECTOR.
10 WIRELESS ACCESS POINT.
10 11 11 CEILING SPEAKER - TYPICAL OF 6.

6 9
4

ELEVATION B
2

ROOM TYPE: TIER 1 CLASSROOM: SINGLE SCREEN CLASSROOM

DRAWING: AV WALL ELEVATIONS OVERVIEW

PRIVATE AND CONFIDENTIAL - PROPERTY OF LACCD

 DOCUMENT CAMERA
(DESKTOP) INSTRUCTOR PC USB PRESENTATION
HDMI MATRIX SWITCH
6 EXTENDED DISPLAY /
USB PROGRAM MONITOR
HDMI/DP

USB PC MONITOR
HDMI/DP HDMI
6
DATA TO IDF HDMI/DP

INPUT FOR FUTURE HDMI

HYFLEX CAMERA
HDMI OUTPUT FOR FUTURE
BLU-RAY PLAYER
HDMI HDMI HYFLEX CAMERA
RS232

DATA TO IDF INSTRUCTOR VIDEO PROJECTOR

STATION WALL PLATE
WIRELESS HDBT HDBT (SIGNAL & CONTROL)
PRESENTATION
APPLIANCE FIRE ALARM RELAY RJ45
RELAY
CABLE CUBBY HDMI HDMI (CABLING TO RACK BY DATA TO IDF
DIV 28 CONTRACTOR)
USB MUTLI-INPUT
DATA TO IDF 70 V AMPLIFIER CEILING
TRANSMITTER
HDBT
HDMI THRU
HDBT (SIGNAL & CONTROL) HDBT SPEAKON
VGA 70V CEILING
LOUDSPEAKERS
AUDIO AUDIO
INPUT FOR FUTURE 3
RJ45 AUDIO
HYFLEX AUDIO DSP 4 AUDIO
CONNECTION FOR
DATA TO IDF STEREO PORTABLE ALS
PHONO

WIRELESS MICROPHONE
AUDIO
MIC MIC 1 OUTPUT FOR FUTURE
AUDIO HYFLEX AUDIO DSP
2
LV CONTROLLER
RELAY PROJECTION
LV M SCREEN MOTOR
NOTE: COORDINATE ROOM AND SYSTEM R/L
EQUIPMENT DURING PROGRAMMING FOR SII WALL SWITCH

HYFLEX INSTRUCTION
DATA TO IDF

ROOM TYPE: TIER 1 CLASSROOM: SINGLE SCREEN CLASSROOM

DRAWING: AV SIGNAL DIAGRAM

PRIVATE AND CONFIDENTIAL - PROPERTY OF LACCD

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DRAWING: ISOMETRIC

PRIVATE AND CONFIDENTIAL - PROPERTY OF LACCD

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1 MULTI-SERVICE WALL BOX.
2 INSTRUCTOR STATION.
6
3 WALL MOUNTED PHONE.
4 WALL CLOCK.
5 PROJECTION SCREEN SWITCH
(FOR MOTORIZED SCREENS).
6 WHITEBOARD.
7 IN-WALL AV EQUIPMENT BOX.
2
8 AV EQUIPMENT RACK.
3
9 AV FLOOR-BOX.

AV
10

SII
10 FUTURE CAMERA (HYFLEX).

R/L
4
9
NOTE: ALL CLASSROOMS TO INCLUDE
10 INFRASTRUCTURE TO SUPPORT
FUTURE DISTANCE LEARNING.

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4
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ROOM TYPE: TIER 2 CLASSROOM: DUAL SCREEN CLASSROOM / DIVISIBLE CLASSROOM

DRAWING: AV FLOOR PLAN OVERVIEW

PRIVATE AND CONFIDENTIAL - PROPERTY OF LACCD

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1 CEILING MOUNTED PROJECTION
SCREEN.
2 CEILING MOUNTED AV CONTROL.
S S 2 S M 3 PROJECTOR.
4 WIRELESS ACCESS POINT.
AV
5 CEILING SPEAKER - TYPICAL OF 12.

M 1 6 CEILING MICROPHONE ARRAY -

(FUTURE) TYPICAL OF 2.
6
S S S

S S S M

4 M AV

3
S S S

ROOM TYPE: TIER 2 CLASSROOM: DUAL SCREEN CLASSROOM / DIVISIBLE CLASSROOM

DRAWING: AV REFLECTED CEILING PLAN OVERVIEW

PRIVATE AND CONFIDENTIAL - PROPERTY OF LACCD

 LEGEND:
1 MULTI-SERVICE WALL BOX.
14 10 2 INSTRUCTOR STATION.
3 WALL MOUNTED PHONE.
4 WALL CLOCK.
5 PROJECTION SCREEN SWITCH
(FOR MOTORIZED SCREENS).
6 2 6 WHITEBOARD.
7 IN-WALL AV EQUIPMENT BOX.
9 8
8 AV EQUIPMENT RACK.

ELEVATION A 9 AV FLOOR-BOX.
1
10 CEILING MOUNTED PROJECTION
SCREEN.
11 CEILING MOUNTED AV CONTROL.
14 13
12 PROJECTOR.

10 13 WIRELESS ACCESS POINT.

12 14 CEILING SPEAKER - TYPICAL OF 12.

2 6

ELEVATION B
2

ROOM TYPE: TIER 2 CLASSROOM: DUAL SCREEN CLASSROOM / DIVISIBLE CLASSROOM

DRAWING: AV WALL ELEVATIONS OVERVIEW

PRIVATE AND CONFIDENTIAL - PROPERTY OF LACCD

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AV
8
1 MULTI-SERVICE WALL BOX.
2 INSTRUCTOR STATION.
3 WALL MOUNTED PHONE.
4 WALL CLOCK.
5 WALL MOUNTED DISPLAY.

AV
6 WHITEBOARD.
7 IN-WALL AV EQUIPMENT BOX.
9
6 8 AV EQUIPMENT RACK.
9 AV FLOOR-BOX.

AV
10 10 10 (FUTURE) WALL CAMERA.
4
2
NOTE: ALL CLASSROOMS TO INCLUDE
INFRASTRUCTURE TO SUPPORT
5 FUTURE DISTANCE LEARNING.

1 AV
3
2
4
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ROOM TYPE: TIER 2 CLASSROOM: DUAL SCREEN CLASSROOM / DIVISIBLE CLASSROOM

DRAWING: AV FLOOR PLAN OVERVIEW

PRIVATE AND CONFIDENTIAL - PROPERTY OF LACCD

 LEGEND:
1 WIRELESS ACCESS POINT.

S S S 2 CEILING SPEAKER - TYPICAL OF 12.

3 CEILING MICROPHONE ARRAY -
(FUTURE) TYPICAL OF 2.

M
3
S S S

S S S

1
M

S S S

ROOM TYPE: TIER 2 CLASSROOM: DUAL SCREEN CLASSROOM / DIVISIBLE CLASSROOM

DRAWING: AV REFLECTED CEILING PLAN OVERVIEW

PRIVATE AND CONFIDENTIAL - PROPERTY OF LACCD

 LEGEND:
1 MULTI-SERVICE WALL BOX.
11 2 INSTRUCTOR STATION.
3 WALL MOUNTED PHONE.
4 WALL CLOCK.
5
5 WALL MOUNTED DISPLAY.
6 WHITEBOARD.
8 2 6
7 IN-WALL AV EQUIPMENT BOX.
9 8 AV EQUIPMENT RACK.
9 AV FLOOR-BOX.
ELEVATION A
1 10 WIRELESS ACCESS POINT.
11 CEILING SPEAKER - TYPICAL OF 12.

11 10

5 1
2
6

ELEVATION B
2

ROOM TYPE: TIER 2 CLASSROOM: DUAL SCREEN CLASSROOM / DIVISIBLE CLASSROOM

DRAWING: AV WALL ELEVATIONS OVERVIEW

PRIVATE AND CONFIDENTIAL - PROPERTY OF LACCD

 DOCUMENT CAMERA
(DESKTOP) INSTRUCTOR PC USB PRESENTATION
HDMI MATRIX SWITCH
6 EXTENDED DISPLAY /
USB PROGRAM MONITOR
HDMI/DP
HDMI
USB PC MONITOR INPUT FOR FUTURE
HDMI
HDMI/DP HYFLEX AUDIO DSP
HDMI
6
DATA TO IDF HDMI/DP
HDMI
INPUT FOR FUTURE
HDMI LECTURE CAPTURE /
HYFLEX AUDIO DSP
STREAMING APPLIANCE
BLU-RAY PLAYER
HDMI HDMI HDMI HDMI
RS232 AUDIO
5
DATA TO IDF HDMI HDMI INSTRUCTOR VIDEO PROJECTOR
STATION WALL PLATE
DATA TO IDF
WIRELESS HDBT HDBT (SIGNAL & CONTROL)
PRESENTATION
APPLIANCE RJ45
CABLE CUBBY HDMI HDMI FIRE ALARM RELAY DATA TO IDF
RELAY
(CABLING TO RACK BY
DIV 28 CONTRACTOR) VIDEO PROJECTOR
USB MUTLI-INPUT
TRANSMITTER DATA TO IDF
HDBT HDBT (SIGNAL & CONTROL)
HDMI
HDBT (SIGNAL & CONTROL) HDBT RJ45
VGA DATA TO IDF
70 V AMPLIFIER CEILING
AUDIO AUDIO
INPUT FOR FUTURE 3 AUDIO
RJ45 THRU
HYFLEX AUDIO DSP 4 AUDIO
SPEAKON
DATA TO IDF 70V CEILING
FIXED RF ALS
LOUDSPEAKERS
AUDIO
WIRELESS MICROPHONE
MIC MIC
AUDIO
1 OUTPUT FOR FUTURE
AUDIO HYFLEX AUDIO DSP
2
LV CONTROLLER
RELAY PROJECTION
LV M SCREEN MOTOR
LV CONTROLLER
R/L
RELAY M
PROJECTION SII WALL SWITCH
LV SCREEN MOTOR
R/L
DATA TO IDF SII WALL SWITCH

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 LEGEND:
1 MULTI-SERVICE WALL BOX.
2 WALL MOUNTED DISPLAY.
3
3 WALL MOUNTED PHONE.
4 WALL CLOCK.
5 WALL MOUNTED CONTROL PANEL.
6 AV FLOOR-BOX.
AV 1 05 GS3

1
AV

AV

2 6

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 LEGEND:
1 MULTI-SERVICE WALL BOX.
2 WALL MOUNTED DISPLAY.
3 WALL MOUNTED PHONE.
4 WALL CLOCK.
5 WALL MOUNTED CONTROL PANEL.
6 AV FLOOR-BOX.
4

ELEVATION
1

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 CABLE CUBBY

MUTLI-INPUT FLAT PANEL DISPLAY

TRANSMITTER (ON ARTICULATING ARM MOUNT)
AV WALL PLATE
HDMI HDBT (SIGNAL & CONTROL)
HDBT (SIGNAL & CONTROL)
VGA
RJ45
WIRELESS
AUDIO
PRESENTATION
RJ45 APPLIANCE DATA TO IDF
HDMI HDMI
DATA TO IDF

DATA TO IDF

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 LEGEND:
1 MULTI-SERVICE WALL BOX.
2 WALL MOUNTED DISPLAY.
6 4 3 3 WALL MOUNTED PHONE.
4 WALL CLOCK.
5 IN-WALL AV EQUIPMENT BOX.

AV
1
6 AV EQUIPMENT RACK.
AV 7 AV FLOOR-BOX.

AV
5 7
2
1 06 SB3

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 LEGEND:
1 WIRELESS ACCESS POINT.
2 CEILING SPEAKER - TYPICAL OF 2.

2 S 1 S

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 LEGEND:
1 MULTI-SERVICE WALL BOX.
2 WALL MOUNTED DISPLAY.
3 WALL MOUNTED PHONE.
2 4 WALL CLOCK.
5 IN-WALL AV EQUIPMENT BOX.

6 6 AV EQUIPMENT RACK.
7 AV FLOOR-BOX.
8 WIRELESS ACCESS POINT.
9 CEILING SPEAKER - TYPICAL OF 2.
ELEVATION A
1

9 8

2 5

7
ELEVATION B
2

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 PRESENTATION
INSTRUCTOR PC
MATRIX SWITCH
USB
SCALING MEDIA HUB
HDMI/DP
HDMI HDMI
USB HDMI HDMI AUDIO
3
DATA TO IDF
HDBT CAMERA DATA TO IDF

HDBT

FLAT PANEL DISPLAY

(ON ARTICULATING ARM MOUNT)
AV WALL PLATE

WIRELESS HDBT HDBT (SIGNAL & CONTROL)

PRESENTATION
APPLIANCE FIRE ALARM RELAY RJ45
RELAY
CABLE CUBBY HDMI HDMI (CABLING TO RACK BY
DIV 28 CONTRACTOR)
USB MUTLI-INPUT DATA TO IDF
TRANSMITTER DATA TO IDF 70 V AMPLIFIER CEILING
HDBT
HDMI THRU
HDBT (SIGNAL & CONTROL) HDBT
SPEAKON
VGA 70V CEILING
LOUDSPEAKERS
AUDIO
RJ45
AUDIO
DATA TO IDF DIGITAL AUDIO SIGNAL CONNECTION FOR
STEREO PORTABLE ALS
PROCESSOR (DANTE)
PHONO
WIRELESS MICROPHONE
AUDIO AUDIO
MIC MIC AUDIO AUDIO
AUDIO
1
AUDIO OUTPUT TO DSP
1 AUDIO
2
AUDIO
2
CEILING MICROPHONE
(DANTE)
RJ45 (DANTE) MIC
AUDIO OUTPUT TO
3
MEDIA HUB

DATA TO IDF DATA TO IDF

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 3 4 LEGEND:
1 MULTI-SERVICE WALL BOX.
2 WALL MOUNTED DISPLAY.
3 WALL MOUNTED PHONE.
4 WALL CLOCK.
5 IN-WALL AV EQUIPMENT BOX.
1 07 LB3 6 AV EQUIPMENT RACK.
7 AV FLOOR-BOX.
2
AV

AV AV
5 7 7
2

6
AV

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 LEGEND:
1 WIRELESS ACCESS POINT.
2 CEILING SPEAKER - TYPICAL OF 4.
3 CEILING MICROPHONE.

2 S S

P
1 3 M

S S

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 LEGEND:
1 MULTI-SERVICE WALL BOX.
2 WALL MOUNTED DISPLAY.
3 WALL MOUNTED PHONE.
4 WALL CLOCK.
5 IN-WALL AV EQUIPMENT BOX.

6 2 6 AV EQUIPMENT RACK.
7 AV FLOOR-BOX.
8 WIRELESS ACCESS POINT.
9 CEILING SPEAKER - TYPICAL OF 4.
ELEVATION A
1 10 CEILING MICROPHONE.

10 8 9

2
5

ELEVATION B
2

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 INSTRUCTOR PC PRESENTATION
MATRIX SWITCH
USB
SCALING MEDIA HUB
HDMI/DP
HDMI HDMI
USB HDMI HDMI AUDIO
3
DATA TO IDF
HDBT CAMERA DATA TO IDF

HDBT

FLAT PANEL DISPLAY

(ON ARTICULATING ARM MOUNT)
AV WALL PLATE

WIRELESS HDBT HDBT (SIGNAL & CONTROL)

PRESENTATION
APPLIANCE FIRE ALARM RELAY RJ45
RELAY
CABLE CUBBY HDMI HDMI (CABLING TO RACK BY
DIV 28 CONTRACTOR)
USB MUTLI-INPUT DATA TO IDF
TRANSMITTER DATA TO IDF 70 V AMPLIFIER CEILING
HDBT
HDMI THRU
HDBT (SIGNAL & CONTROL) HDBT
SPEAKON
VGA 70V CEILING
LOUDSPEAKERS
AUDIO
RJ45
AUDIO
DATA TO IDF DIGITAL AUDIO SIGNAL CONNECTION FOR
STEREO PORTABLE ALS
PROCESSOR (DANTE)
PHONO
WIRELESS MICROPHONE
AUDIO AUDIO
MIC MIC AUDIO AUDIO
AUDIO
1
AUDIO OUTPUT TO DSP
1 AUDIO
2
AUDIO
2
CEILING MICROPHONE
(DANTE)
RJ45 (DANTE) MIC
AUDIO OUTPUT TO
3
MEDIA HUB

DATA TO IDF DATA TO IDF

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ARCHITECTURAL DESIGN REQUIREMENTS

Power/Data Requirements (Table 1)

Power and Data requirements for all AV system components including Projector, Flat Panel Displays, Racks, Floor Box or Poke-Through (poke-
thru) devices, Furniture Cutouts & Wells, Instructor Desk, etc. are listed in the table below. For all designated Audiovisual locations, power and
data should be co-located for support as required. Refer also to the LACCD Communications and Security standards where applicable.

Device / Location Requirements Notes

Ceiling Projector (1) 110VAC duplex 15A outlet Co-locate near projector pole for shortest cable distance.
(2) data RJ45 ports *Note: Ceiling HDBT cable to be shielded CAT6A running back to corresponding RJ45 port at
(1) HDBT RJ45 port* the instructor station floor box or wall plate.

Wall (Ultra Short Throw) Projector (1) 110VAC duplex 15A outlet Locate behind projector wall mount per manufacturer’s plate layout.
(2) data RJ45 ports *Note: HDBT cable to be shielded CAT6A running back to corresponding RJ45 port at the
(1) HDBT RJ45 port* instructor station floor box or wall plate.

Projection Screen (1) 110VAC 15A hard-wired On (house) left of screen.

Flat Panel Display (1) 110VAC duplex 15A outlet Locate services within in-wall combination recessed multi-compartment enclosure (with cover).
(2) data RJ45 ports Box to be located in center of display (coordinate with mount and structural backing).
(1) HDBT RJ45 port* *Note: HDBT cable to be shielded CAT6A running back to corresponding RJ45 port at the
instructor station floor box or wall plate.
Instructor Station, Wall (1) 110VAC quad 20A outlet Co-locate on wall with AV box – all to be within a horizontal 18” span and hid be side of desk
(8) data RJ45 ports against wall. Mount at +18” AFF.
(1) HDBT RJ45 port* *Note: Station HDBT cable to be shielded CAT6A running back to corresponding RJ45 port at
the ceiling projector. Quantity of connectors corresponds to number of displays and remote
inputs.
Instructor Lectern, Floor (1) 110VAC quad 20A outlet Locate services within combination recessed multi-compartment large capacity floor box or poke-
(8) data RJ45 ports through (with flip cover).
(1) HDBT RJ45 port* *Note: Station HDBT cable to be shielded CAT6A running back to corresponding RJ45 port at
the ceiling projector. Quantity of connectors corresponds to number of displays and remote
inputs.
Wireless Access Point (3) data RJ45 ports Locate in center of room. *Note: This exceeds common industry standards.
Audiovisual Rack, Large (1) 110VAC quad 20A outlet, dedicated circuit Co-locate on wall with AV box – all to be within a horizontal 18” span and hid be side of desk
(Cabinet, Free Standing) (8) data RJ45 ports against wall.
Mount at +96” AFF UON for full-height rack.
Audiovisual Rack, Small (Credenza, (1) 110VAC quad 20A outlet Co-locate on wall with AV box – all to be within a horizontal 18” span and hid be side of desk
Free Standing) (6) data RJ45 ports against wall.
Mount at +18” AFF UON.
Table Connection (Well) (1) 110VAC duplex 15A outlet Extend power and data to floor connection plate(s) through table leg.
(2) data RJ45 port (confirm data if needed by program)

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Wall Camera (1) HDBT RJ45 port* HDBT cable to be shielded CAT6A running back to corresponding RJ45 port at the instructor
(1) data RJ45 port station floor box or wall plate or conference room equipment rack. For PoE (power).

Ceiling Microphone Array (1) data RJ45 port* For PoE and Dante™ signal for AV digital audio processor.
Wall Clock IP Speaker (1) data RJ45 port Locate in front of classroom at +96” AFF.
Ceiling IP speaker (1) data RJ45 port Locate in ceiling near room center.
Wall Telephone (1) data RJ45 port Locate at +44” AFF within 36” of entry door.

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Structural Requirements
Structural mounting details shall be provided for all applicable AV
equipment on every project.

Refer to Appendix C for sample details. All structural details in this

document are for reference only and shall be reviewed by and
coordinated with both the project architect and the team’s structural
engineer for all attachment and structural elements to ensure
compliance to building code and with the Division of the State
Architect (DSA).

Floor boxes & Poke-Throughs

Floor support devices used for classrooms, conference spaces, etc.
shall be coordinated with furniture locations for best location and
leg/pedestal positions for cable management. Architect shall provide
physical locations for all floor service unit positions based on
furniture positions and slab structural requirements.

Floor box (6” deep) (Figure 1) shall be used for combining

audiovisual, power and data within one combined unit under
Instructor Stations and Conference Room table legs on slab-on-
grade locations.

On non-slab-on-grade floors (and if a floor box type cannot be used),

a high-capacity poke-through shall be used such as an 8” or 10”
Recessed Fire-Rated Poke-Through (Figure 2) depending on the
capacity required.

In some cases, a smaller recessed poke-through or floor box may be

used if cabling (data/AV) is to only pass-through into the furniture
(such as a desk or table) or is only being used for power and/or data
connectivity to furniture within the room.

Coordinate power, data and Audiovisual faceplates within each

enclosure.

Covers for floor boxes to be flush with the finished floor.

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Architectural/Acoustic Requirements tray or to 6” above the accessible ceiling to accommodate a single

CAT6 data cable.
Rooms, particularly those seating 40 or more, shall have a sound
system that amplifies the program sound (A/V and computer) for Layout
listeners. Larger spaces shall also provide amplification of the
instructor’s voice. The program sound amplification/speakers shall Flat floor rooms offer the most flexibility in day-to-day use and are
be distributed throughout the room, while the instructor voice should more cost-effective to renovate or reconfigure. Tiered floors should
come from the front of the room. typically be constructed in larger capacity rooms.

Ensure there is enough soundproofing between classrooms and their It is generally cost-prohibitive to change a currently tiered/sloped
adjacent spaces to provide a comfortable learning and teaching classroom into a flat floor classroom and vice versa.
experience with minimum sound distractions. Addressing accessibility requirements is more challenging in tiered
Be aware of the acoustics within the room, especially in larger rooms and typically requires additional space (e.g., for compliant
spaces. Slight changes or enhancements to furniture and finishes ramps).
can reduce echoes and reverberations. In rooms where sound
isolation is critical, walls shall be full-height to the deck to minimize
Seating and Furniture (Student)
audio bleed-over from or into the room. Reference ANSI/ASA S12.60 Furniture trends have resulted in desks that are larger than those
for more information. used years ago, while provisions for accessibility require wheelchair
For web-conferencing, broadcast and recording spaces within accommodations and passage through a room. As a result, the
classroom, acoustic coverings on opposing walls provide the best seating capacity in a renovated classroom may decrease. In recent
support for audio absorption during recording or live streaming of classroom renovations at the District seating capacity has been
classroom sessions (to help reduce echo). Also, cooler colors and reduced by about 20% or more.
larger patterns (preferably none at all) work better with cameras to Moveable chairs should be light-weight and/or on wheels or casters
prevent a moiré effect on video capture. No thin patterns or lines to allow for rearrangement and grouping.
should be provided.
When feasible, allow for variety of seating and writing surface styles
Signage within a room to accommodate different student preferences. Some
spaces may justify power to the tables to accommodate long-term
Room numbers shall identify all classrooms at the door entrance and student connections for charging their devices (note that power and
be consistent with building signage. Assistive Listening Signage data may be required also in certain conditions such as Computer
shall also be placed for easy viewing. Labs, etc.).
Infrastructure for Interactive Signage and Room Scheduling shall be In larger Lecture Hall spaces, sloped or tiered-seating may be
included comprising of a 2-gang junction box on the outside of each utilized to assist with student viewing. Depending on the layout of the
classroom, conference room and meeting space door. Each junction space and the angle of the floor, stepped seating risers can range
box shall be located at +44” AFF to the vertical center of the box and from 4” and greater in the platform height with standard stairs
shall have a single 1” EMT conduit extending to the closest cable allowing access into each row.

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Please note first that LACCD prefers that, when possible, the ceiling (within the same room) or shall be contained within a
instructor station connection box should be fed from the wall with complete conduit system to consolidation points or access panels.
services rather than through floor boxes or poke-throughs.
When the room is an open-ceiling type (e.g. no ceiling), conduits
Standard AV conduits typically includes dedicated 1-1/4” conduit for shall be run and stubbed out of the wall at a 10’-11’ height (unless
main AV connections and cabling. Larger conduit sizes may be otherwise noted and coordinated by project design) to a cable gutter
utilized where multiple AV cables are run to a single location (e.g. to be cleanly ran through the room. In-wall consolidation boxes can
sleeves or to cable gutters). Smaller 3/4” conduits are not permitted be used to help conceal the conduits and cabling for better room
for AV cabling use. aesthetics. All exposed conduits, consolidation boxes/covers and
cable gutters or raceways shall be painted to match the room
Typically, backboxes are one and two gang in size, with custom size conditions per the architectural finish schedule (walls and ceilings).
manufacturer back boxes utilized for special items, like touch panels
or in-wall camera housings or the instructor station (2-gang & 3- For reference, the table below indicates the following minimum
gang). Note that all wall junction boxes are to be recessed in-wall audiovisual conduit sizes (note that telecom and power will have
type and deep style (3.5”) for accommodating equipment and cable separate conduit requirements) that can be used for planning room
bends. Behind the typical flat panel displays, larger capacity multi- infrastructure (refer also to Appendix E for conduit diagram):
service consolidation boxes shall be used to help contain power,
Device Qty. (min.) Size
data and audiovisual conduits and connections. AV Rack* 2 1-1/4”
Floor Box (or Poke-Through) 2 1-1/4”
Conduit shall be sized appropriately not to exceed 40% fill and future Lecture Capture Camera 1 1”
expansion should also be considered since additional cable may Flat Panel Monitor 1 1-1/4”
need to be added in the future. Conduit shall be used in spaces that Wall Speaker (each) 1 1”
Ceiling Speaker (to each in series) 1 1”
are not accessible, for example, from in-wall mounted junction boxes Ultra Short Throw Projector (wall 1-1/4”
to accessible ceilings. mounted)
Ceiling Projector 1-1/4”
Note that all conduits shall be labeled to their intended destination Ceiling Microphone 1 1”
and shall include pull-strings for easy identification and cabling Wall-Mounted Wireless Microphone or 1”
ALS Antenna
installation support. Control Panel (wall) 1 1”
Room Scheduling Panel 1 1”
Conduits To Devices
*Note: Each instructor’s lectern to have (3) total dedicated 1-
The designer shall review the system intent and size the conduits
1/4” conduits. One for AV connections, and a second for future
and quantities accordingly for the number of cables to be run within
each (not exceeding the recommended fill ratio per NEC guidelines). Hyflex System cabling. These two AV conduits are to be
terminated on a triple-gang deep (3.5”) box. A third conduit to
Conduits are to be stubbed-up 6” above the accessible ceiling tiles.
be terminated on a dual-gang deep (3.5”) box for Data cabling
When used in a hard-lid ceiling condition, conduits can be run up and connections.
above the ceiling to the closest available accessible area in the

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Lighting
The lighting system must provide a comfortable level for reading and
writing at the student stations plus the ability to light the writing Dimmer or toggle switches are preferred; no programmable lighting
surface and screen at the instruction area independently of the rest system should be installed without prior approval from LACCD.
of the classroom. It should allow everyone in the room to see each
other’s faces easily to foster class discussion. Refer Foot Candle (fc) Where programmable lighting is planned, provide a mock-up for
Guidelines in Table 2 on the following page. instructor review well before planned installation allowing time for
modifications to product selection.
Interior lighting should allow for variety of lighting scenes from full
illumination to subdued lighting for projection. Place back-lit switches at every room entrance, to provide at least
minimal room illumination so users never need enter a dark room. In
Banks of lighting near the digital display (front row) shall be switched windowless rooms, provide a small light at the door.
separately from the remainder of the lights. This will prevent screen
image wash-out on projected surfaces. Locate lighting controls with a clearly labeled switch-plate on the
instructor multimedia lectern, and on the wall nearest to the
Lighting must provide a level of room darkening to view projections instructional area. Where programmable lighting is used, controls
on the front screen that also provides sufficient lighting for note should be integrated into the multimedia control panel.
taking.
Reference Engineering (IES) “The Lighting Handbook”.
All classrooms shall have no less than two separately controlled
lighting areas – seating area and instructional area. The ability to dim
both areas shall be provided as standard.

When possible, pendant-style lighting shall not be used in concert

with projection screens and projectors to avoid conflict between the
lights and the projected image.

When the classroom is dimmed for projection, some lighting will be

required at the presentation area. Special lighting on the equipment
rack or technology controls may be needed.

As a rule, all classroom spaces will have lighting organized into a

number of zones. These zones can be combined and dimmed to
create any number of different lighting scenarios. Classroom lighting
should include day lighting, multi-modal lighting, controllability, and
optimize energy performance. A room can be zoned based on the
amount of day lighting available, with each fixture responding to the
amount of light at any time and location.

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Recommended Zoning for Classroom Zone 4 – Projection white board (board that is obscured by a lowered
projection screen) Use the same requirements as Zone 3 during non-
Lighting projection mode.
Zone 1 – Main classroom lighting (student seating area) this zone Zone 5 – Instructor workstation. The instructor should be able to read
services students and allows them to read and take notes in class. notes and use “on-board” AV equipment with low-light conditions of
Use multi-directional recessed (lay-in) fixtures that cast a modest projection mode. In this condition, the overall room lighting may be
amount of light downward (35%) and a larger amount of light toward lowered to better focus on the screen image and presentation.
the ceiling (65%), provides a comfortable overall lighting with
relatively high efficiency. Avoid pendant mount fixtures. Note: Emergency Lights
Dimensional AV coordination required for any pendant mount
solutions in classrooms. Locate emergency light radiation away from the projection screen.

Zone 2 – Instruction area (front of classroom and lectern area). Color Temperature
Design whiteboard and demonstration table lighting to provide
visibility when the room lights are at full intensity. The foot candles in The color temperature for all light fixtures should be the same. The
this area should be consistent with the overall lighting of the room. color temperature goal is 3200 degree Kelvin. Color temperature
range of 3000-3500 degree Kelvin is acceptable as long as all of the
Zone 3 – Non-projection white board (board that is not obscured by a fixtures are the same.
lowered projection screen). Lighting of white boards during
concurrent AV presentations allows instructor to write on the board
while in projection, without light bleeding over onto the projected
image.

Foot Candles (fc) Guidelines*

Day Lighting Mode General Mode / Non-Day Lighting AV Mode
Student Desk 30 fc min. – 150-200 max. 30 fc min. 10 fc min.
Whiteboard 20 fc vertical min. 30 fc vertical min.
Projection Screen N/A N/A 8 fc vertical allow 8:1 video
image with 5000 lumen
projector
Walls 10 fc vertical 10 fc vertical N/A
Conference Room 20 fc min. 30 fc min. 20 fc min.
Table
*Based on the “IESNA Lighting Handbook and Application”, Ninth Edition
Table 2: Recommended Foot Candles

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Motion Sensors
Motion sensors are preferred in all rooms. When installing motion issues. Typical classroom spaces may be treated concrete or Vinyl
sensors, be sure to set timer to maximum to avoid light shut off flooring.
during low-motion activities such as test taking. Sensors are to be
wired to the security system for notification purposes by the proper In auditoria spaces, oftentimes only the circulation areas/aisles are
department monitoring such systems. carpeted and the student stations are tiled, for easier cleaning and
replacement but this is to be confirmed with LACCD during the
If rooms are equipped with occupancy sensor lighting, BOTH motion project program phase.
and heat must trigger it. In addition, a manual override system
should be in place. Occupancy sensors shall have time delay Wood or other non-tile flooring options have different maintenance
adjustments of 30 minutes before turning lights OFF. and upkeep requirements. There may be cost implications to
choosing non-traditional flooring options.
Wall Clock and Paging Speakers
Cabinet & Millwork Equipment Ventilation
Network (IP) based wall clock speakers that are connected to the
SingleWire InformaCast™ network and software are to be deployed Within each cabinet or millwork/credenza bay, one fan (minimum)
in each classroom. A wall data jack and CAT6A cabling shall shall be installed to evacuate the heated air from the rear of the
connect each digital clock speaker to the campus network. It may be equipment rack(s). Provisions (refer to details for millwork in the
preferred by facilities and program for the use of a PoE analog clock Appendix) shall be included to accommodate incoming fresh air (in
(non-speaker) option. These clock speakers are to be used for the lower front section) and an exhaust (top or side) to facilitate a
campus (or classroom) specific announcements through the paging fan-assisted convection flow. The fan kit shall include front and rear
system. grills to protect from objects entering the moving fan blades. The
fan(s) shall be quiet-type (<25Db.) and shall be sized to help move
Room and Finish Color and Texture the air through to the evacuation vent in each bay – typically 50CFM
x number of fans required. Provide thermal sensing to activate fan
Simple and relatively less-expensive cosmetic upgrades, such as system(s) as required. Top and side exhaust ports should include a
painting previously white walls or carpeting previously tiled floors, grill (possibly separate from the fan grill depending on location and
can significantly increase satisfaction with rooms and provide a more installation method). The front air inlet can be sized and located in
comfortable learning experience. toe-kick area but if located on the exposed front lower door area, a
grill should be included. There are many aesthetic grill options that
Refer to classroom architectural and aesthetic guidelines per can be considered to compliment the millwork as required.
Facilities standards for additional support.

Flooring
Carpeted flooring provides better acoustics in conference spaces but
is not used in the typical LACCD classrooms due to maintenance

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DISABLED ACCESS COMPLIANCE AND be provided to connect to the portable ALS system(s). 72MHz is the
standard for ALS on all LACCD campuses.
ACCOMMODATIONS
Each assembly area required to provide assistive listening systems
shall provide signs informing patrons of the availability of the
General Information assistive listening system. The sign shall include wording that states
“Assistive-Listening System Available” and the international Symbol
Qualified individual with a disability shall be able to participate in the of Hearing Loss. Sign shall be posted in a prominent place at or near
benefits of the services, programs, or activities of the colleges. the assembly area entrance where arriving persons would easily
LACCD facilities shall be designed and constructed in compliance notice.
with the Federal Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), and the
California Building Code (CBC) requirements. When there are Assistive listening signs shall comply with signage requirements of
differences in the regulations, the most stringent shall be followed. ADA and CBC, and campus signage standards.
Compliance shall be provided in the most integrated setting
appropriate. Equipment and accommodations shall be provided as
necessary to facilitate effective communication without compromising
independence or privacy of the individual with a disability.

Assistive Listening Systems (ALS)

An assistive listening system shall be provided in assembly areas,
including classrooms, lecture halls, and conference and meeting
rooms per CBC section 11B-219.

Permanently installed assistive-listening systems are required in

areas where the following conditions are present (1) the space
accommodates at least 50 persons or has audio-amplification
systems, and (2) the space has fixed seating.

Portable assistive-listening systems may be provided in all other International Symbol of Access for Hearing Loss
areas required to have ALS. Portable system may serve more than
one room. An adequate number of electrical outlets or other Visual Support / Closed Captioning
supplementary wiring necessary to support a portable assistive-
listening system shall be provided. All pre-recorded content sources shall support Closed Captioning
(CC). All live video content being captured or played back shall have
Receivers required for use with an assistive listening system shall be live transcription or encoded captioning that can be activated on the
hearing aid compatible; binaural/stereo. Earbuds are not acceptable. content. All flat screens must be CC capable.
A 3.5mm stereo audio cable in the desktop connection boxes shall

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Protrusions from Walls and Ceilings Controls and Operating Mechanisms

Vertical clearance of 80 inches high minimum shall be maintained All wall or cabinet mounted control switches, and operating
throughout all circulation areas. Ceiling mounted equipment shall not mechanisms shall be on accessible routes, and within accessible
reduce this clearance. Wall mounted equipment shall not project reach ranges per regulations. When reach is unobstructed, the high
from walls by more than 4" when their leading edges are between 27 end of accessible reach range is 48” above floor to the top of the
inches and 80 inches above floor. Examples include but not limited control, or operating mechanism, and the low end is 15” to bottom of
to wall mounted flat screens, control; panels, wall mounted racks, the control, or operating mechanism. Refer to ADA Standards, and
cameras, etc. CBC, for requirements, and limitations when reach is over
obstructions, such as cabinets. Install wall boxes at appropriate
heights to achieve required compliance.

Acceptable Clearance for Wall and Ceiling Obstructions Un-obstructed Approach

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Accessibility for Instructor

Instructor stations shall be adjustable in height, or provide two fixed-
height teaching positions for various statures, and seating
preferences. Top of desk at accessible position shall not be higher
than 34” above finish floor. Minimum 19” deep, 27” high, 36” wide
clear knee and toe space shall be provided below the teaching
station desk top. Controls, operating mechanisms, and desk
mounted outlets shall be within accessible reach ranges. Monitor(s)
size and position, and lighting shall be considered for each position.
Aisle width leading to fixed stations shall not be less than 48” behind
the desk. Electrical, and network connections shall be concealed.
Loose wires draped on the floor are not acceptable.

Interactive Touch Screen Communication Interactive Touch Range

Screens
Electronic communication systems that require a user to visually
perceive information and touch a display screen to operate create
access barriers for persons who are blind or have low vision. To
ensure equality and appropriate access for public and students,
LACCD and its Colleges shall not purchase, rent or lease, or allow
outside entities to install systems in which the end user must rely
solely on the touch screen system for operation of the equipment.
Systems which are touch screens must have a parallel operational
system that can be used by persons who are blind and have low
vision in an independent manner. Relying on attendants or
assistance to operate the equipment for the person with the disability
would not be perceived as providing equitable access. When
keyboards are used, keys shall be tactilely discernable without
Reference Plane Relative to Operational Controls
activating the controls or keys.

Touch screens shall be located on accessible routes, with a

minimum 30” X 48” level floor or ground area directly in front of the
screen. The 48” long side shall be centered in front of the controls. If
screen is inside an alcove deeper than 10”, the alcove width shall not
be less than 60”. Controls shall be within accessible reach ranges.
The deeper the reach, the lower the control heights will be.

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The United States Access Board has guidance regarding this matter
and many other that relate to accessible technology and which may
be encountered within the touch screen systems. Items include:

 Auditory Output with Volume Control (for the Blind)

 Color Coding (for people with Color Blindness)
 Color and Contrast Settings (People with low vision)
 Screen Flicker (People with seizure disorders)

Additional guidance can be found at http://www.access-

board.gov/sec508/guide/index.htm

It is highly recommended that input from the disability community be

obtained prior to deployment. It is suggested that these devices be
field tested by people with a variety of disabilities to ensure ease of
use.

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SYSTEM DESIGN REQUIREMENTS

Classroom Control Systems Sources & Inputs

The control system in the typical classrooms shall be based on a Room dedicated computer – the classroom dedicated computer shall
web interface driven from the room’s dedicated PC and monitor. be installed at the instructor station and shall be a small form-factor
Control of the screen shall be either a touch interface or by mouse PC connected to a monitors at the instructor desk (the second
control. monitor is tied directly to the presentation switcher output). The
computer shall be controlled from a wired keyboard and mouse or
The control processor shall be a rack-mounted type that will govern touch-screen monitor. Wireless HID (human interface device)
all source transport controls, display input and control and all internal devices may be coordinated with the LACCD and each individual
base processing, timing and control including microphone and audio campus IT Department for their use. A USB extension cable shall be
levels, the receiving and transmitting of all external triggers and provided from the computer to provide the ability to connect USB
interfaces (lighting, shades, screens, emergency notification, etc.) drives at the instructor PC. Interactive monitors shall also be
and network connectivity for remote management. outfitted with USB connections to the main room PC. A standard
Kensington™-style cable lock shall be provided to secure the PC
The control processor shall be networked-based and shall connect to
(unless clamped to a rack shelf).
the designated LACCD network for interfacing with remote
management systems. Blu-ray / DVD Player – This source equipment may be included and
shall be installed in the instructor station. Instructor will load media
Conference Space Control Systems manually and select the source from the push button control panel.
The Blu-ray player shall be a 4K upscaling model and shall support
The control system in the typical conference spaces shall be via a
CEC and IP control.
wall mounted or desktop flip-up touch control panel.
Auxiliary audio/video input – Auxiliary audio/video inputs will be
Remote Networked Management Application located at the instructor station desktop and will include an HDMI
connection for digital video. Power and data local to the connection
All control systems shall be set up to be connected to the primary
points should be included. For interfacing with legacy equipment
remote management system via network connectivity. The system
requiring VGA (HD-15) and composite video (RCA for VCRs), an
shall allow for remote monitoring and control of AV systems from a
adapter unit to an HDMI input can be integrated within the rack to
central location. All program hooks for both source devices (including
accommodate older source devices and coordinated with room and
all transport controls) and display sync devices (projectors, monitors,
department programming.
archival appliances, etc.) shall be accommodated for the possible
monitoring and control of all connected equipment and the capturing A 1080p or better resolution document camera will be a common
of all usage data for possible reporting and review of room status auxiliary equipment type required in classrooms. The document
and device activity. camera shall be connected by HDMI to the classroom presentation
switcher and via USB to the PC for image capture and control. The

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(Sources & Inputs, continued) Source connection types to include a high-definition input such as
HDMI, or HD-base T. HD-base T is the preferred signal input from
camera can also be used as a video capture appliance for web the presentation switcher to the projector and shall accommodate
collaboration in classrooms when required. Where required, display control. For systems using the HDMI input, control shall be
instructor stations shall include a lockable drawer also done via IP through the projector’s LAN connection.
accommodating the permanent and secure installation of the
document camera. If no lockable drawer is available, the standard Projection Screens
Kensington™-style cable lock shall be provided to secure the unit to
the surface. Size – screens shall be sized to accommodate good viewing at
student seat locations. Minimum screen image height is 60” with a
Specialty sources can be connected to the typical classroom system student seat location 25’ from screen. (standard rule is 1’ of screen
to expand curriculum for new technology elements including digital image height for every 6’ of distance from screen.) Bottom of screen
microscopes & oscilloscopes, virtual reality devices, etc.
image shall be no less than 4’ above the finished floor and preferred
to be 6’ if possible, to clear the head of a typical standing presenter
Projectors and all seated participants.
Ceiling-mounted video projectors will be used to display video and Aspect Ratio – typical aspect ratio shall be 16:10 (widescreen
computer images on a motorized projection screen, format) for computer content and video content viewing.
Minimum light output requirements for projectors in classrooms are Screen location – screen shall be located at front wall at a centered
6,000 ANSI lumens. Large rooms and rooms with high ambient light position. Screen location shall accommodate a minimum 6’ width of
may require a video projector with higher light output such as 7,500+ writing board surface adjacent to screen. This design is intended to
lumens. allow an instructor to use the writing board while a projected image is
Data network connection for network control and remote governance being shown. Screen shall not be blocked by the Instructor Desk.
& status requesting and control. The screen shall be positioned 6”-8” from the wall surface to clear
obstructions such as whiteboard clips, clocks and fire beacons when
WUXGA resolution (1920 x 1200 pixels) to support 1080p video lowered.
formats and higher computer resolutions. Projector to have 3-chip
color processing. Screen material – screen material shall be a matte white with a black
2” border. Screen material shall have a gain of approximately 1.0.
Projector security with equipment tray and key lock. All locks for Screen material shall have a solid black backing to prevent rear light
projector mount should to be keyed alike and coordinated with sources (windows, etc.) to pass through. If extreme conditions
Campus Media Services and Facilities Departments. persist due to room architecture for side lighting, etc., an Ambient
Light Rejecting screen material can be used to help control the
Projector mount: Ceiling panel mount. The Ceiling Panel shall
screen washout effect due to overhead and side lighting or windows.
feature two knockout panels for electrical and audio video boxes and
shall contain a 1 1/2” NPS lock nut welded in place. It shall include a Installation – screens shall be ceiling or wall mounted per the room
1 1/2” x 3” NPS threaded pipe. conditions. Typical classroom and meeting/conference space
screens shall be motorized for quiet yet quick screen retraction.

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(Projection Screens, continued) text clearly without strain. Per LACCD, the bottom of the screen
does not have a large impact on the presentation that outweighs the
Where required on larger (auditoria) image sizes, motorized ceiling need for visibility of all students.
recessed projection screens with a manual switch located near the
instructor station and a low voltage parallel interface for AV system Projected Image Contrast Ratio
connection shall be used.
Projector contrast ratio should be a minimum of 20,000:1, minimum
Motor & control – screens shall have hard-connected ceiling or wall
contrast ratios are listed below. Reference ANSI/INFOCOMM 3M-
power located on the left (house-left) side and shall be run to the wall 2011
low-voltage control switch with a connection wire for operation. A
parallel low-voltage control wire for up/down relay operation shall be  Passive viewing 7:1 Images and text distinguishable from
run to the AV rack or instructor station position for remote system background; informal viewing of video and data
operation. This relay wire shall be run and coiled with a slack 10’ of  Basic decision making 15:1 Bullet point text, documents, spread
cable for installation within the rack leaving enough cable for a sheets, charts and graphs
service loop or tether within the harness. The wall control switch  Analytical decision making 50:1 Assimilation, retention and
shall be located near on the front wall (not behind the lowered analysis of Images and text that contain finest detail
screen) at located at +44” AFF on the same side as the teaching  Full motion video 80:1 1 High level of engagement with film,
position. The wall control switch is a 1-gang Decora™ device and video or television programs
can be shared in the same junction box with other screen wall
switches (e.g. dual screen conditions require a 2-gang junction box).
Flat Panel Displays
These switches shall be co-located (where possible) with other Flat panel displays shall be wall-mounted; an in-wall AV
services such as lighting and HVAC controls for aesthetics. The storage/combination services box shall be used to house
screen motor shall be a quiet type. connections and small electronic devices. Power, data and AV
Motorized wall mounted type and shall be non-tab-tensioned. Wall connections shall be located in the AV box as separated services
mount spacer brackets to be used as required. For larger lecture or within their own dedicated junction boxes and conduits. Displays
auditoria spaces, tab-tensioned screens shall be used for any screen shall be sized to accommodate viewing distances and the display
sizes over 200” diagonal. format shall be 1920x1080 minimum resolution. Control shall be via
IP / network where available but shall also support RS-232 (serial)
Motorized in-ceiling type and shall be non-tab-tensioned. Wall mount bi-directional communication as a secondary control method.
spacer brackets to be used as required. For larger lecture or
auditoria spaces, tab-tensioned screens shall be used for any screen Flat panel displays shall be commercial type for all applications.
sizes over 200” diagonal.
Audio Support
Note: For Retrofits – When there is a choice between an image
being too small and line-of-sight, retrofits shall prioritize an absolute Rooms shall have a sound system that amplifies the program sound
maximum of 8X distance vs. screen height. If necessary, the image (AV and computer) and larger spaces will require amplification of the
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(Audio Support, continued) speakers. Care should be taken to control the input audio to prevent
echo or feedback when using a voice-amplification system.
wireless microphone system (in rooms that require the use of a
wireless lapel microphone system). The program sound amplification Audiovisual Device & Cable Labeling
and instructor voice speakers should be distributed throughout the All audiovisual devices shall be labeled for easy identification with
room for even audience coverage and monaural playback. as-build system diagrams with titles such as “AV PC”, “SWITCHER”,
In certain spaces, the program may dictate for stereo audio playback “AMPLIFIER”, etc. All audiovisual cabling shall be permanently
for program content sources. When this is required, dual stereo labeled on both ends of the cable, the termination points need to be
speakers shall be located at the front (+96” AFF) on either side of the identified on the labels, the labels need to be legible, the labels must
projection screen(s). be printed, not hand-written. Information on the labels should be
recorded into records.
Other specialty spaces may also require Surround Sound, 5.1, 7.1
Dolby Atmos, etc. for film production or editing classrooms and/or the  First data element – unique identifier and optional prefix/suffix
addition of subwoofers for low frequency audio response in athletic information
or music classrooms. These are not covered in these standards but  Second data element – near end device connection
the guidelines within this document for installation and ADA  Third data element – far end device connection
clearances shall still be applicable.
Audiovisual Audio Coverage
Wireless microphones and ALS equipment should be tested to
ensure there are no dead zones and that the contractor has Speaker placement for small spaces up to 40+ capacity shall be
coordinated channels around an RF spectrum analyzer for the best single-channel systems and shall utilize 70v systems. Larger spaces
available spectrum and channel selection. shall require additional channels, including a separate zone close to
the presentation location, this zone to have a separate level control
Distance Education Support & Web to reduce feedback, in addition to the additional zones the larger
Collaboration spaces shall have wall mounted stereo playback speakers

 Accessible ceiling speakers to be 2x2 or 2x4 flat field type

The instructor may, curriculum dependent, wish to leverage real-time
collaboration or conferencing to bring in a remote presenter or share  Hard-lid/Gypsum or special ceiling speakers to be 6” (minimum)
the classroom experience. Many inexpensive or free software dual-concentric speaker type with plenum back-can
options are available to accommodate this (Zoom, WebEx, Goto  Wall mounted stereo playback to be 12” two-way type
Meeting, etc.) and can be used on the room PC (District limitations
on software installation and permissions apply). AV Furniture
Using a camera with either an HDMI, HD-base T or USB Lecterns (standard and ADA approved):
connection/output and a ceiling microphone attached to the PC
 The LACCD standard for the typical instructor station is desk-
through a “media hub”, the “far-end” or remote participants can be
style model with a height-adjustable keyboard tray and monitor
displayed on the screen via the PC source and heard via the in-room
on an articulating arm. The instructor station shall include the

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latest college logo on the front face (student/audience side) and that all cable wells and surface connections must be within
both the logo and color scheme shall be approved by the District accessible reach ranges.
prior to ordering. The desk shall include provisions to install a
separate 14RU equipment rack within. The separate equipment Credenzas:
rack permits the building of the system equipment within the rack  Room millwork credenzas in conference spaces may be outfitted
while waiting for the longer lead time for the actual ordered to accommodate equipment rack(s) consisting of audiovisual
furniture and then the installation within once all items are support equipment including source, processing, distribution,
received. Typical lead times for the furniture is 4-6 weeks. Color amplification, special use and computing devices. Provisions for
and finishes are to be coordinated with the architect and room ventilation with the millwork should be accommodated including
finishes prior to ordering. both incoming fresh air into the lower section of each cabinet bay
Podiums: and a top exhaust to support a convection process. Some
equipment racks may require additional cooling support and, in
 Any instructional or presentation rooms requiring a separate these cases, a fan kit(s) should be used with a thermal sensor to
podium that is unique to the typical instructor station shall be assist the convection cooling process in each bay.
coordinated with the District during the design phase of the
project. The podium shall include the latest college logo on the Integration of AV racks into furniture:
front face (student/audience side) and both the logo and color  In each classroom and larger conference space (as required by
scheme shall be approved by the District prior to ordering. The program), a standard equipment rack will be integrated into the
podium shall include an angled surface with a cable well along furniture to accommodate the system components supporting
with cable passage holes through the inside to support each space. These racks are separate from the furniture
connections to the floor. Other design features shall be based permitting equipment assembly at a remote location (separate
on specific application and space programming requirements. from the furniture) and testing prior to the furniture being
Typical lead times for the furniture is 4-6 weeks. Color and available for complete installation. Typically, these are 14 rack
finishes are to be coordinated with the architect and room unit (RU) tall units that are 19” wide to accommodate standard
finishes prior to ordering. equipment, panels and shelves that conform to the standard
Conference Tables: pattern of front screw mounting. Some of these racks (in the
case of residing within the Instructor Lectern station) are
 The typical conference table shall have surface accommodations standard racks that can be secured in place while others such as
for power and provisions for, at minimum, one flip-up well for racks to be installed within conference room millwork are a pull-
audiovisual connectivity and integrated control panel. This out and pivot style to accommodate easier support and servicing
connection / control well should be positioned at the rear of the of internal equipment.
table (seat facing the screen) assuming the main operator
position is at that location. Depending on the conference space Space and depth within the millwork should be accounted for (refer
type, this may be shifted by program requirements closer to the to sample detail for credenza mounting in Appendix C) to
center of the table (in the case of smaller spaces or group accommodate both the rear services (power, data, AV) and the front
collaboration furniture residing closer to the wall surface. Note door conflicting with rack-face device protrusion.

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AV Controls & Software

All typical audiovisual classrooms are controlled by the District
Standard Control platform with robust manufacturer supporting
system architecture and processing equipment. A dedicated
computer (small form-factor) and desktop monitor (either interactive
or standard) shall host the operating software and Graphical User
Interface or GUI (refer to Appendix A for standard GUI layout). The
secondary instructor station monitor will be used to replicate the
main screen output for instructor viewing. The PC and software shall
be connected to the LACCD network for overall room management
of each individual room system from a remote Helpdesk location.

In conference room and meeting spaces, the control software is

done through an Extron touch-enabled graphical screen either in a
desktop residing panel or an integrated input-well touch screen.

In the typical classrooms and larger conference spaces, the base

control processing equipment resides within the equipment rack.

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DISPLAY SIZE REQUIREMENTS

Display Size for Audiovisual Spaces

Display sizes shall be determined based on closest and furthest
viewing distance, considering the content to be for analytical decision
making. All displays must maintain a clear and unobstructed view for
any persons within the space. Screen shall be a minimum of 42” AFF
to the bottom of the screen image.

Reference ANSI/INFOCOMM V202.01.2016

 Typical classrooms – 130” diagonal at 25’ viewing distance

 Larger classrooms – 164” diagonal at 30’ viewing distance
Closest Viewer Calculations2
 Vertical viewing factor – Image height plus image offset
 Closest viewer – Vertical viewing factor multiplied by 1.732 2
Figure Referenced PID.Samsungdisplays.com.
 Farthest viewer – Vertical resolution divided by image height
multiplied by the acuity factor of 3438

Viewability of Display Content1 Farthest Viewer Calculations3

3
1
Figure Referenced PID.Samsungdisplays.com. Figure Referenced PID.Samsungdisplays.com.

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(Display Sizes for Audiovisual Spaces, continued)

Diagonal Ideal (1080p) Furthest (720p)
A good viewing angle must be no more than 60 degrees from the
perpendicular edge of the opposite side of the screen (refer to figure 50” 6’-6” to 9’-9” 9’-9” to 16’-7”
on previous page).
60” 7’-10” to 11’-8” 11’-8” to 19’-10”
Sample Conference Room Display Sizes 70” 9’-1” to 13’-8” 13’-8” to 23’-2”
Based on table size and proximity to flat panel display for typical 80” 10’-5” to 15’-7” 15’-7” to 26’-6”
Meeting / conference room and group team rooms.
90” 11’-8” to 17’-7” 17’-7” to 29’-10”
 2-4 people: 35” to 42” diagonal flat panel display
 4-6 people: 42” to 55” diagonal flat panel display 100” 13’-0” to 19’-6” 19’-6” to 33’-1”
 7-10 people: 55” to 65” diagonal flat panel display
 10-16 people: 65” to 85” diagonal flat panel display 110” 14’-4” to 21’-5” 21’-5” to 36’-5”
 14-20 people: 75” to 90” diagonal flat panel display 120” 15’-7” to 23’-5” 23’-5” to 39’-9”
Display Size vs. Viewing Distance Table

Signage Display Sizes & Viewing Distances

Farthest Viewing Diagram1 Signage Display Size Reference2

1 2
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SOFTWARE Coordinate and integrate requirements for lighting control presets

with control panel scene recall where appropriate.

Coordinate with the LACCD for all required IP address range and
General Requirements info for AV networked devices and supply any specific requirements
for network parameters (QoS for switches, multicast for streaming,
All program source code (compiled and uncompiled) becomes the
bandwidth and port settings for videoconferencing, etc.).
exclusive property of the District. The District shall have full rights
and ownership of the program code for their use, modification and Configure and record all final IP address information and supply final
distribution. listing of devices and their information to the LACCD IT Department.
All source code changes must be fully documented. Updated Configuration of all networked AV devices with appropriate settings
programming (compiled and un-compiled hard and soft copy and instruction on how to access remotely for support of
versions of code) must be updated and located at all equipment rack management.
locations and for all equipment manuals.
Tie all control system and networked AV peripherals into main
Source code changes and/or additional programming will be LACCD or specific management software package (either included in
warranted by the vendor for a period of 1 year with the Contractor this scope or existing system) for remote control, management and
responsible for any required diagnosis and repair. support.
All manufacturer’s software operating system updates, bug fixes, Provide hooks and other calls to allow integration of these rooms into
patches, etc., shall be installed as part of the periodic system a future centralized remote management system.
maintenance of the system during the warranty period.
Coordinate and integrate requirements for motorized window
An acceptance test will be performed at commissioning during which covering and screen controls.
the software and any additional code changes or upgrades must
perform accurately and be error free. Set up of all video windowing software in multi-image processors
whether in stand-alone units or within video projectors.
Audiovisual System Control Software
Set up of Codecs in coordination with LACCD’s videoconference
Audiovisual System Control Software shall facilitate operation and/or and/or network support staff including any specific networking or line
status monitoring of all designated Audiovisual Equipment. provisioning.

Graphical user interface (GUI) designs for all Audiovisual System

control touch panels developed in accordance with the guidelines of
the Avixa / InfoComm International® “Dashboard for Controls Design
Reference” and “Contractors Guide” for layout and flow principals.

Graphical User Interface designs shall conform to LACCD’s graphic

standards and guidelines for use of logos or other graphical
treatments.

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TECHNOLOGY & NETWORKING District. Passwords must support the Owner’s password policy
(currently 15-character minimum for elevated accounts).

The audiovisual systems shall be connected to the LACCD Data Authentication to all system components shall be using the Owner’s
Network. The audiovisual systems shall be coordinated with LACCD directory of record (Microsoft Active Directory) and must support the
OIT for the following requirements as required for the system District’s multi-factor authentication (Azure AD MFA) and FIDO2.
devices. All authentication attempts (passwords) must be encrypted at rest
and in-transit using industry standard encryption mechanisms.
Requirements for Connection to the Owner’s
Actions by service and privileged accounts must be logged and
Network
auditable.
All IP endpoints will be provisioned using 802.1X certificate-based
Authentication and authorization events must be captured and
authentication (EAP-TLS) with a unique private certificate deployed
logged. Logs are to be sent in real time to the District’s log
to every device using an automated tool.
aggregation devices.
The system shall natively support full dual-stack IPv4/6.
All privileged access, user audit and important system and
All Ethernet connections shall support 802.3ab auto-negotiating full application logs must be sent to the District’s security information
duplex 10/100/1000Mb. and event management (SIEM) in real time.

Any Power over Ethernet (PoE) requirements shall comply with All system components shall be configured using the least privilege
802.3af or 802.3at. model, ensuring that only necessary communication is possible.
Unnecessary services shall be disabled, and host-based firewalls
Wi-Fi connections shall be compliant with at least one of the shall be used to enforce traffic restrictions. Ingress/egress rules for
802.11g/n/ac/ax standards. 802.11b shall not be supported. system servers and handsets shall be applied to allow only traffic
that is required to ensure system functionality. Large port ranges are
The use of the 2.4GHz, 5GHz and 6GHz bands commonly used for
not to be allowed for ingress. Ingress/egress to the Internet shall be
Wi-Fi shall be reserved for the exclusive use of LACCD institutional
denied except to allow approved functionality.
Wi-Fi. Any other use of these frequencies including Bluetooth and
Zigbee is prohibited unless approved by LACCD IT. Authorization is the determination of whether a user has permission
to access particular information or applications. Proper authorization
All privileged/administrative user credentials shall be for named
for use of an application usually requires the use of the appropriate
individuals. The use of shared/system accounts is prohibited except
attribute, group, and/or role as defined in the District’s Active
when justified by the system manufacturer and specifically
Directory (AD). The Contractor-provided service or application must
authorized by the LACCD IT.
be able to interface with AD.
Passwords for all accounts must be changed to adhere to the
The District requires secure and role-based authorization for the
District’s password policy. Contractor shall provide documentation,
functions and elements appropriate to the individual’s role.
tools and direct support to assist the District in changing any
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The District will provide any required physical or virtual servers or Application whitelisting and endpoint malware prevention shall be
endpoint computers. Contractor shall provide requirements (including deployed on all endpoints. Information detailing and supporting
minimum and recommended configurations) for each system. whitelisting support must be provided by the Contractor. All provided
hardware and software must be compatible without disabling or
All system software, operating systems and firmware shall be the reducing the District’s posture.
latest version and updated at the time of Substantial Completion.

All components must be manufacturer-supported as active products Network Connectivity

for at least 5 years after installation. The use of software in or Upon installation, Contractor shall provide a table of switch port (in
expected to be “Extended Support” during the 5 years subsequent to
the respective BDF or IDF, etc.) to patch panel connections.
installation is prohibited. Security updates must be provided for
products under active support. The network shall be provisioned such that each sub-system is on an
isolated logical network (micro segmentation). Dedicated and
All system products must detail End-of-Sale, End-of-Support and isolated segments will be set up for each connected system type,
End-of-Maintenance dates. and all traffic will be isolated to that logical network. Contractor will
The Contractor shall configure the entire system to periodically be responsible for coordinating with other project Contractors to
generate backups of all system software, configuration, document and configure the network in support of required firewall
programming, messages and content to an District -directed location. rules and access control lists (ACLs). Where required for
functionality or described in this specification, connections to other
All web interfaces are expected to support the current version of the systems will be permitted but must be locked down to the minimum
following browsers, including the mobile versions for iOS and traffic required and approved by the District. Individual system
Android: Contractors are responsible for documenting and justifying any
proposed approved traffic to any other system with specific sources,
 Microsoft Edge (or current Microsoft browser)
destinations, traffic types and port numbers (e.g., source: server 1,
 Apple Safari destination: server 1, traffic type: https, TCP port: 443). The District
 Mozilla Firefox shall be the sole arbiter of what traffic is allowed between systems.
 Google Chrome
Elevated or administrative access shall be prohibited except via
System shall be configured in accordance with Center for Internet secure methods through a District bastion host.
Security (CIS) benchmarks. Documentation shall be provided
representing how the system is configured to align with the CIS Authentication, authorization and accounting (AAA) shall be via the
Benchmarks. District’s AAA directory of record (currently Active Directory).

The District limits the use of inherently insecure technologies, such

as server- or client-side Java and Adobe Flash and requires that
neither of these two technologies be used in or by any applications
or interfaces.

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COMMISSIONING & SUPPORT be met, but the requirement for the sound pressure level is reduced
from 100 to 95 dB.

Wireless microphones and ALS equipment should be tested to

Audiovisual Systems Performance ensure there are no dead zones and that the contractor has
Verification - Commissioning coordinated channels around an RF spectrum analyzer.

Refer to ANSI/INFOCOMM 10:2013 for more information.

Audio System Requirements Video System Requirements

Note that Specialty spaces may require specialized audio and The video system should have the necessary number of inputs to be
equalization control. Designer to consult with building user groups able to meet the described functions and contingencies. Additionally,
accordingly to gather specific requirements if any that are unique to there should be spare inputs for all relevant types – a minimum of 15
individual space types and need considerations during %, and never less than one of each relevant type. Spare inputs
commissioning. should be available at commissioning.
Ceiling speakers should be mounted flush with the ceiling. All switches, matrixes/multiplexers, etc. should be fully configurable
from the control system, according to the functional requirements for
Acoustic remaining noise (buzzing, hum, etc.) from the sound system
the video system. The control system should select/control
is not to exceed 25 dBA. Noise is measured at the normal rest
automatically based on the connected floor box, etc., and manual
position.
control by the user, correct source to the correct presentation
For program sound systems in classrooms, there are the following medium (projector, monitor etc.)
primary requirements:
The video system should allow full, individual control over what is
 The system should be able to produce a constant, enduring shown on the monitor/interactive computer monitor in the lectern, on
sound pressure level at Leq = 100 dB (±3 dB). supporting monitors for distance learning, on video projectors and for
 The acoustic frequency response should be within ± 3 dB in 1/3 outputs for distributing video signals to external parties, from the
octave bands between 70 Hz and 12kHz. Below 140 Hz and control system. Please note that it often is not practical that the
above 6 kHz, a roll-off of up to -3 dB per octave is also accepted. above-mentioned functionality is fully available for regular users.
 The above requirements should be met for at least 90 % of the
A matrixing presentation switcher or dedicated matrix switch shall be
audience.
required for any room type with more than one projector/display to
 Under these conditions there should not be any audible accommodate disparate source routing to any individual display.
distortion. The electrical distortion should not exceed 1 % Total
Harmonic Distortion. Some video inputs will have accompanying audio inputs (stereo).
Audio output from the video switch/matrix is routed to the associated
For combined sound systems with flush mounted loudspeakers in program audio system and should follow the video shown on the
the ceiling, the above-mentioned requirements for vocal amplification
apply. Additionally, requirements for program sound systems are to

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(Video System Requirements continued) The control system should use serial (RS-232, RS-485 or similar) of
control signals and status indicators, alternatively, LAN (Ethernet).
video projector/flat panel monitor. The switch/matrix should have a
mute function for audio and video outputs. If some of the AV equipment is to be controlled via IR, a wired IR
emitter directly mounted to the IR receiver on each device should be
In simpler rooms without voice amplification sound systems, the used, shielded in order to not disturb or be disturbed by others.
video switch is presumed to handle audio associated with video
inputs without using a dedicated audio processor or program audio Equipment Mounting
switch. If the video projector/flat panel monitor has a sufficient
Displays
number of inputs to cover all connections of permanently installed
and mobile equipment, and satisfies the requirements for  When mounting devices such as signal receivers, computers,
controlling/routing audio and video sources, a video switch may not USB devices, signage players, etc. behind a flay panel display,
be required. equipment is not preferred to be mounted directly to the wall
surface. A universal component storage panel should be use
Control Requirements and attached to the display mount to secure equipment to. This
can be a side “fin” style, a version that resides within an in-wall
The control equipment should consist of: enclosure or display niche or a slide-out unit anchored
 Control panel appropriately to the wall (attached to studs or backing).
Articulating mounts shall be used to provide easy access to the
 Control processor
rear of the monitor and the other mounted components for
 Fire alarm connectivity
servicing.
 Remote control via network
Projectors
Each room shall have its own control system. For each control
system, the necessary interfaces, relays, etc. should be supplied for  When equipment is residing at the projector location including
interconnecting the control system, system peripherals, motorized signal receivers, etc., a locking equipment box shall be used at
screens and other associated equipment. The control processor is part of the projector mount. This will include a slide out
mounted in the AV rack or instructor station unless otherwise compartment for easy servicing and access to the equipment
specified. above the projector.
The number of inputs and outputs for the control systems shall be
Wiring, Terminations & Cable Dressing
based on the specific project program and requirements.
All Audiovisual cabling shall be terminated on a shared wall plate
The systems should have the necessary number of inputs and
with voice/data connections. AV vendor to coordinate with cabling
outputs to be able to operate the described functions, devices and
contractor to arrange outlets. AV terminations to include: HDBT,
connectivity. Additionally, there should be spare inputs and outputs
Speakers using an approved speaker quick-disconnect or “Speakon”
for all relevant types – a minimum of 15 %, and never less than one
style connection, HDMI, USB, ALS systems, etc. Vendor shall
of each type.
provide appropriate length patch cables for both sides of each

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connection as required, secured with hook and loop fasteners shall be neatly combed and harnessed. Harnessed groups of
permanently mounted to each cable for secure storage. cables shall be anchored at suitable intervals to reduce and
relieve wire strain, especially strain on connections. Adequate
Use only wire pulling lubricants specified by the wire manufacturer. service loops shall be provided at all cable endpoints.
Provide grommets or chase nipples at cable entry where conduit is  For all schemes of cable routing, no point in the path shall be
not installed. subjected to a bend radius of less than eight (8) times the cable
diameter, or minimum cable bend radius specified by the
Provide cable anchors for any cable or cable bundle ≥ 1 inch manufacturer.
diameter. Do not use self-sticking adhesive cable anchors.  Wires and cables shall be segregated according to signal type.
In addition, audio cable shall be subdivided into three (3)
Provide a service loop for each cable that connects to equipment in
classes: microphone level circuits, line level circuits, and speaker
racks or AV furniture.
level circuits.
All cables to or from a movable lectern, cart, or desk or lectern shall Where circuits of different types must cross, they shall do so at right
be highly flexible cable, specifically designed by the manufacturer to angles and then return to the above required separations in as short
be flexed repeatedly. Permanent installation type of cable is not a distance as possible.
acceptable for this application.
Conductors, wires, and cables shall be continuous between
All cable looms shall be open-sock mesh with Velcro closure. termination points. Splices are not acceptable.
Cable dressing shall be considered from a maintenance standpoint. The Audiovisual Integrator's field supervisor shall spot check
Suitable service loops shall be provided to allow removal of assemblies using hook and loop cable straps both visually and by
equipment, or to extend equipment that is mounted in the rack on touch, thereby detecting any sharp edges of improperly cut cable
rack slides. Where there is no rear access to the rack mounted ties. Install cable straps on all cable runs of two or more cables that
equipment, this requirement shall be carefully addressed, and are not supported by raceway, cable tray, or other means. Place
cabling shall be of sufficient length to enable the removal and cable straps approximately six inches (6") apart. Do not use more
replacement of any individual piece of equipment with all others in cable straps than are necessary for a neat installation. Cable straps
place. shall not be applied with excessive force that may damage or deform
The Audiovisual Integrator shall determine the desired method of sensitive and fragile cables.
securing cables. All of the following requirements must be met by the Rack mounting rails shall not be used for cable lacing. Lacing bars
system: and/or tie mount bases mounted to cabinets or console shall be
 Hook and Loop (Velco™) style ties are the preferred method of provided where appropriate.
cable lacing. Lay-in systems are not acceptable except as
applied to a horizontal cable tray. Plastic cable ties are not Labeling
permitted.
All cables are to be labeled on both ends of a cable. All major active
 Wires and cable shall be installed in a neat and orderly fashion, electronic equipment within both the room and equipment rack shall
with like cable types following similar paths. Groups of cables have labels on the front face of the device or in an appropriate

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(Labeling, continued) Software reliability (control systems) is related to the number of

unwanted restarts per year. Control systems must not have more
location visible to the technician (e.g. flat panel displays should not than 2 unwanted restarts per year.
have labels on the front bezel but rather behind near the connection
area). All Text should be in CAPS.

“Destination Model” refers to a signal processing device, as such

passive/ pass through connections and wall plates should not be
listed.

If the listed “Destination Model” is a distribution amplifier (DA) one of

the final destinations can be listed in parentheses after the “Input
Name”. All labels shall match to their corresponding tags on the as-
built system drawings for easy identification.

All labels should be self-laminating cable labels or printed heat

shrink. Dry transfer or other types of adhesive labels are not
acceptable.

Labels should wrap around the cable with the clear section sealing
over the text section.

Grounding
Ground equipment, racks, and audio line shields to a common
ground.

Insulate all conductors in conduit, including shields, from the conduit,

back boxes, and from each other for the entire conduit length.

Reliability
The systems must be designed in a way that makes it uncomplicated
to utilize basic functions (normally a laptop and a video projector)
even if some of the central equipment is out of order.

The AV system is to return to normal operation after a power failure.

The necessary initialization commands for the various components
must be entered into the control system, if needed.

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WARRANTY AND MAINTENANCE SUPPORT The Basic Warranty period will commence no sooner than the date
of first beneficial use by the LACCD and no later than the date of
contract closeout.
Basic Warranty
Day-One Support
The Basic Warranty provided by the Contractor shall include repair
or replacement for three years from Final Acceptance on all As part of the warranty, training and installation completion, the
Audiovisual Equipment provided (including products having a Contractor will provide on-site presence on the first day of critical
manufacturer’s warranty of less than one year) and all Contractor move-in and operation to support the staff and instructors in
workmanship. equipment use.

The Basic Warranty shall be provided at no additional cost, except in This date will be coordinated with the District for reasonable staffing
case of obvious abuse. requirements. Typically, this will require one certified technician to be
present to resolve and issues that may arise and to provide basic
Consumable items such as lamps, batteries, filters, etc. shall not be operational support in the early usage stages. Programming support
covered by Basic Warranty. should be on stand-by to help resolve more complex issues as they
arise.
Manufacturers’ warranties on Audiovisual Equipment of more than
one year shall remain in force beyond the Contractor’s Basic All programming resources (code, software, configuration files, etc.)
Warranty period. should be made available to on-site technicians.

During the Basic Warranty period the Contractor shall: Deliverables & As-Built Documentation
 Provide telephone support within 4 hours of a call requesting Contractor shall provide a device matrix to record each device as
service. part of the AV system. LACCD will provide a template that will
 Provide on-site support within 24 hours of a call requesting include information required by District, but will not be limited to:
service not corrected by telephone support. Device type, manufacturer, model number, serial number, MAC
 Repair or replace faulty items within 72 hours of on-site service address, IP address, cable ID, network switch port, default user
or within manufacturers’ specific repair program whichever is name and password, location, asset tag information, etc. Note: This
quicker. applies to CFCI, CFOI, OFOI, OFCI equipment as part of the AV
system.
Contractor shall not involve the LACCD with removing, re installing
equipment, shipping or receiving equipment being repaired under Other information to be provided to the District upon close-out
Basic Warranty, nor shall the LACCD be responsible for any shipping includes:
or freight charges associated with any item under warranty.
 The Commissioning form information completely filled-out by
LACCD shall be copied with all paperwork related to any and all contractor/vendor prior to Commissioning identifying all required
warranty work during the Basic Warranty period. info (District to provide template with instructions)
 Asset Management Spreadsheet if apply

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 Line diagrams for each room placed in each AV rack showing

connectivity.
 Custom contractor/vendor created simple one-page instruction
sheet laminated and placed under keyboard (Must be approved
by District prior to printing).
 All config files that apply (must be saved on each device)
 Training videos for each room (User and Admin video must be
created individually and be unique for each room)
 All User Manuals and accessories gathered in box or case, and
labeled per room (transmittal with item list to be provided
contractor/vendor and signed by District).
 Warranty information for each device and cataloged.
 Cable test results in PDF and Native file format.

All items noted above (including transmittal) must be included in

electronic format for download (via a contractor service portable or
shared drive link), and also provided on contractor/vendor provided
USB portable drive.

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Preventative Maintenance support functions. This training shall include up to 4 sessions of

training totaling 12 hours by the Contractor or the equipment
Within the term of the one-year Basic Warranty period the Contractor manufacturer. This training shall include a session or sessions that
shall provide, at no additional cost, periodic Preventative are focused on the LACCD’s designated technical staff and also a
Maintenance on the installed Audiovisual System to ensure proper session or sessions that focus on the administrative and/or medical
ongoing maintenance and operation. staff. Training of end users will be provided by the District’s technical
staff.
A minimum of four (4) Preventive Maintenance visits shall be
provided. Times of day for training must be coordinated with District’s
availability including evening hours if requested for least disruption to
Preventative Maintenance shall include, but not be limited to, the District’s standard operations.
following:
Training shall be recorded and provided in a digital format for staff to
 Adjustments to video projectors, noting projector life, checking review as needed.
filters and replacing as necessary
 Checking audio system settings, verify performance Remote Network System Management
 Reviewing control system functionality, verify operation
 Any other maintenance and adjustments necessary to ensure Remote network management system software is required to control,
that the Audiovisual System is in proper working order manage and support all attached AV control systems and their
related networked AV peripheral devices. This will tie into the
Any problems or issues noted by the users or other LACCD LACCD building management system(s) that may be required.
representatives shall be documented and completely resolved at
each of the scheduled visits. This system can be configured to monitor and manage (but not
limited to):
Preventative Maintenance Schedule
 System or individual peripheral status including power on/off
 90 days (±15 days) after the commencement of the Warranty state, network status (disconnected) and peripheral temperature.
Period. An email notification will also be sent to the appropriate Campus
 180 days (±15 days) after the commencement of the Warranty staff or service technician when critical limits are triggered.
Period.  Projector total operating. Must be configured to notify by email
 270 days (±15 days) after the commencement of the Warranty the appropriate LACCD staff or service technician when to clean
Period. any projector filters (if required).
 20 days (±10 days) before the end of the Warranty Period.  Archival server capacity status (where applicable).
 Room scheduling and helpdesk support.
Training  Online status. If a device included within the AV system is taken
offline (disconnected from the system or network), a notification
The Contractor shall provide sufficient training for the District’s
will be issued to the appropriate Campus staff.
designated staff to become proficient in the general operation,
 Other key elements included within each room that are tied to
routine maintenance, troubleshooting, and other basic system
the AV system and can be controlled or monitored.

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Contractor Qualifications All Contractor personnel conducting Work on-site shall be required to
complete all safety training required by the project’s General
Contractor shall have a minimum of three (3) years’ experience with Contractor and the District.
the design, engineering, assembly, installation and support of
Audiovisual Systems. All Work associated with the Project shall be undertaken by the
Contractor. Subcontracting any of the Work shall only be allowed
The Lead Engineer or Project Manager from the Contractor shall with the prior written agreement of the District.
have a CTS-D (Certified Technology Specialist - Design) certificate
from AVIXA. Technicians shall have a CTS (Certified Technology Manufacturer Certifications
Specialist) certificate from AVIXA.
The Contractor shall be certified through Extron for digital switching
The Contractor shall be able to provide the necessary professional and control systems and will retain current certifications for
design, engineering, fabrication, installation, and project appropriate digital-based systems (either engineering and/or
management personnel to execute the Work and to guarantee a installation depending on requirement) for key implementation
complete, functional system in compliance with the intent of this personnel or sub-contractors to the Contractor. All technical staff
Specification. working on the implementation side shall hold current Extron
technical certificates. The lead technician and
The Contractor shall be factory certified to sell, install, program, and programmer/commissioning personnel shall hold current Extron
service all audiovisual system components over $500 in value. certifications. Specific certifications include Extron Electronics and
The Contractor shall be licensed with all agencies having jurisdiction shall be a dealer in good standing with the manufacturer. Relevant
over the Work. Extron certifications include XTP Systems, Extron ProDSP, Network
AV Specialist, Extron Authorized Programmer and Extron Control.
The Contractor shall maintain permanent fabrication, service and
support facilities within (100) miles of the Project site. The Contractor shall be certified through Utelogy for the software-
based control systems.
The Contractor shall confirm explicitly that the personnel who shall
be employed to carry out the Work are suitably trained and
experienced in the management and execution of a project of this
nature, and in the installation and maintenance of equipment of the
type being provided in order to carry out all Work in a competent
manner.

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APPENDIX A – SAMPLE USER INTERFACE LAYOUTS

Main Landing Page

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Exit Screen

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APPENDIX B – MANUFACTURER & EQUIPMENT STANDARDS

Video Switching
Video presentation switcher with audio processing, integrated power
amplifier and system control processor.

Ceiling Speakers
Flat Field speakers for 2’ x 2’ A.C.T. installation or 6” flush speaker
with back-can and 70v transformer

Signal Extension
Active signal extender devices utilizing twisted-pair cabling.

Amplification
Single or multi-channel audio 70V amplifier, wattage sized as required
by design.

Operation Controls / Inputs

Recessed surface flip-up cable wall with integrated touch control
display.

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Control Processor
Networked central control processor with serial, IR and IP control.

Wireless Presentation
Networked-connected wireless input sharing appliance. Include
dedicated point-to-point connectivity.

Projectors
LED-laser ceiling projector with standard 2.0:1 lensing (with physical
throw adjustment), network connection and control, serial control port,
DVI-D / HDMI input and adjustable audio line-level output. 6,500 -
7,000 lumens minimum.

Projection Screens
Wall mounted motorized less than 200” (non-tensioned)
Wall mounted motorized greater than 200” (tensioned)
Ceiling mounted motorized less than 200” (non-tensioned)
Ceiling mounted motorized greater than 200” (tensioned) Non-
motorized with controlled spring return (non-tensioned) –

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Instructors Desk
Table measures 60”W x 30”D x 32”H. Also included is an area for a
removable 14U rack cabinet for storage of all electronic teaching tools
(CPU, DVD, controller, amp, etc.). Locking front and rear louvered
door are required (front door not shown in image.) All rack mounted
AV equipment will be consolidated and housed within instructor desk.
All locks are to be keyed-alike to match campus key standards. Must
include campus colors and logo approved by each college for each
project.

Wireless Lapel Microphone

Provide G50 range RF receiver and corresponding lapel microphone.
All frequency settings shall be coordinated with surrounding RF
signals and other RF devices for elimination of band conflict.
Channels to be coordinated between rooms and with ALS equipment
settings.

Media Hub
USB 3.0 connection interface to computer to bridge audio and camera
peripherals for web conferencing.

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Recording and Streaming Appliances

Recording appliance for classroom lecture capture with support for
dual input sources, scaling capability and simultaneous live H.264
streaming. 400 GB on-board storage.

Wired Instructor Desk/Podium Microphone

Fixed or desktop base cardioid microphone with 18” extension neck,
dedicated mute switch and shock mount XLR base (recessed for
millwork or cabled surface base).

Document Camera
Desktop-style collapsible camera with LED illumination. 5 MP ‑
720p/1080p. Include Kensington™-style cable lock or physical
surface mount to secure to station. HDMI output with USB
connectivity. Include VGA signal pass-through. Include surface
mounting plate.

Overhead Ceiling Document Camera

Ceiling document camera. 1080p or better resolution. Include ceiling
mounting kit to accommodate the specific ceiling conditions for a
recessed installation. HDaseT or HDMI output with optional USB
connectivity. LAN connection.

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Ceiling Microphone Array

White ceiling-mounted 360-degree pendant-style cardioid microphone
array.

Web Conferencing Camera

Fixed or pan/tilt/zoom/focus HD camera with USB 3.0 connection.

Classroom Distance Learning Camera

Fixed or pan/tilt/zoom/focus HD camera with HDMI, RJ-45 port (for
PoE+ & network) and RS-232 control support. 1080p, 60FPS.

Digital Audio Signal Processing (DSP)

Networked 64-bit 12 analog input / 8 analog output / 4 digital DSP with
USB (configure per specific program requirements). Use only when
required (in large spaces surpassing presentation switch audio
capabilities). Include Dante™ for conferencing/recording applications.

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Assistive Listening System Equipment:

Rooms with 50+ occupants – fixed RF transmitter (and antenna kit
where required). Number of receivers to be 4% of occupancy or no
less than 2. Receivers to include inductive loop lanyard.
Rooms under 50 occupants – Mono RCA connection at rack to
support portable RF kit with case, charger, 2 receivers and 1 portable
transmitter / microphone. Receivers to include inductive loop lanyard.
Portable RF ALS kit – one per floor
ALS signage shall be installed (coordinate with architect) for each
applicable space.

Distance Education / Video Conferencing Camera Wall Box:

Large capacity in-wall housing for camera with extension shelf and ¼”
lock hole. Confirm selected camera and cabling fits in selected box.
Example camera shown in image. Primed and painted to match wall
finishes.

.
Millwork Recessed Equipment Rack
Pull-out and pivot style rack for easy servicing anchored to the base of
the room millwork. Ventilation to be provided within millwork for heat
evacuation via fan assisted convection (minimum of 350 BTU/hr) with
vents in top/rear and in toe-kick/lower door coordinated with architect.
Typical millwork rack installation uses 12 or 13 RU of rack space.

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Control Touch Panel

In classrooms where an interactive monitor is not being used, a
surface control panel shall be deployed. In medium and large
conference rooms, a table-well control panel shall be used to
accommodate cabling and connections. In smaller meeting rooms, a
wall control panel with a built-in processor shall be used.

Flat Panel Display

LED flat panel display with serial control, LAN and multiple (2+) HDMI
ports. Must include adjustable
audio line output that can switch with input selection.

Interactive Flat Panel Display

4K resolution with interactive connection. Include on-board PC as
required by design. Connect to data network and USB (through
extender kit) to room PC. Unit shall have a minimum of 2 HDMI inputs
and shall have a 3.5mm audio output.
Connect to data network.

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Flat Panel Wall Mount

Articulating wall mount to permit

Projector Locking Ceiling Mount

Locking ceiling in-line projector mount and equipment enclosure. All
locks to be keyed alike to LACCD master key.

Room Computer
Small Form-Factor PC within instructor station (secured to rack shelf
as required)*
20” All-in-One PC mounted to instructor station articulating arm*
*PCs to be coordinated with LACCD IT for latest model and build
configuration.

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IP Ceiling Speaker
Network connected 6” ceiling speaker. Provide grill, speaker and tile
bridge support. Provide PoE+ power per manufacturer requirements
and connect to the data network.

IP Wall Clock Speaker

Network connected wall mounted clock speaker. Provide grill, speaker
and in-wall / on wall enclosure. Provide PoE+ power per manufacturer
requirements and connect to the data network. Digital display to have
large readable numbers.

Power Distribution Unit

Rack-Mounted 1RU, 15amp power conditioner.

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Combination Floor Box

Multi-service, high-capacity 6” deep floor box and protected accessible
lid/cover.
Floor box shall have separate bays for Audiovisual, data and power
services. High and low-voltage bays shall be divided with a metal
partition. Power and data to be on one side leaving the full opposite
side available for Audiovisual (and any additional required data)
cabling and connections.

Combination Floor Poke-Through

Multi-service, high capacity deep poke-through and protected
accessible lid/cover.
Select 8” or 10” diameter based on conduit and connection
requirements as well as system connection and cabling capacity.

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Combination Wall Box

Multi-service, 4” deep floor box and protected accessible paintable
cover. Include separate standard gang boxes for services and conduit
connection.

Proximity Component Storage Panel

Equipment storage plate mounted to wall or display mount concealed
behind flat panel displays.

Dual Monitor Surface Mount

Articulating dual-arm mount (matte black) for through-hole surface
clamping for instructor station for monitors up to 27” diagonal.

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APPENDIX C – SIMPLIFIED AUDIOVISUAL STANDARDS

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Projectors (UST Interactive)

Projectors (standard/long throw)
 Must have interactive capability (requires USB extension to
 Must be HDBT (connected directly to switcher) supporting be included in design) *Note: shielded connection can be
both signal and control used for USB extension if HDBT
 Must be laser LED with 20,000 hour operation for minimal  Must be laser LED with 20,000 hour operation for minimal
servicing requirements servicing requirements
 Minimum 7,000 lumens based on space requirements and  Minimum 7,000 lumens based on space requirements and
ambient lighting conditions ambient lighting conditions
 Full HD with WUXGA minimum resolution unless otherwise  Full HD with WUXGA minimum resolution unless otherwise
noted by space and program requirements noted by space and program requirements
 Must be connected to LAN for management and control as  Must be connected to LAN for management and control as
needed needed
 4K resolution required for specialty classrooms per individual  The Designer shall size the image accordingly based on size
space program requirements (art/film, graphic design, of the room for maximum viewing from all positions in the
editing, etc.) requiring higher resolution and color capabilities room (based on industry standards for viewing)
(reviewed with department and academic needs)
 Designers responsible to include mounting detail for
 The Designer shall size the image accordingly based on size projector accessories (PEN holders/charging station, USB
of the room for maximum viewing from all positions in the capabilities, etc.) to allow full functionality.
room (based on industry standards for viewing)
 Control: Use HDBT (preferred if not part of interactive
 Control: Use HDBT (preferred) or LAN device) or LAN if available, or use RS232 extended over
 Connectivity: Requires one LAN Cat6A to local BDF/IDF, shielded connection
and one Shielded Cat6A cable to AV rack. Terminate  Connectivity: Requires one LAN Cat6A to local BDF/IDF,
shielded jack at projector sharing same faceplate (steel) as and one Shielded Cat6A cable to AV rack. Terminate
LAN. On rack side, cable to be terminated on 1U patch panel shielded jack at projector sharing same faceplate (steel) as
on top of rack labeled per District standards. This cable must LAN. On rack side, cable to be terminated on 1U patch panel
be tested and certified by the low-voltage contractor. Low- on top of rack labeled per District standards. This cable must
voltage contractor to provide 1U brush plate below 1U patch be tested and certified by the low-voltage contractor. Low-
panel for cable management. voltage contractor to provide 1U brush plate below 1U patch
panel for cable management.

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Projection Screens on top of rack labeled per District standards. This cable must
be tested and certified by the low-voltage contractor. Low-
 LACCD standard is motorized in-ceiling screen, non-tab voltage contractor to provide 1U brush plate below 1U patch
tensioned models panel for cable management. Note: shielded connection can
be used for USB extension if HDBT. Note: shielded
 Screen material must be 4K ready and shall be
connection can be used for USB extension if HDBT
GreenGuard™ compliant
 Use in-wall consolidation enclosure behind the
 Aspect ratio to match projector image
display/mount to support power, data and audiovisual
 Use relay contact closure (preferred) or RS232 for control if connections.
Electric
 Typical use: Conference rooms, huddle rooms, offices, open
 Up/Down switch to be installed in appropriate location areas, small classrooms
 Control: Relay contact closure preferred, RS232 for large Note: Need to specify that input selection is configured to stay
high-end electric screens where needed. TX to be installed constant, and/or to lock out displays to avoid repeated issues if users
in AV rack and labeled changing sources
 Any manual screens shall have a Controlled Spring Return
(CSR) feature
Switchers
 Draw string must be installed correctly for manual screens  Must be 4k
(not too long, not to short)  Must have built-in HDBT port
 Wall mount for Manual  Must be sized with 25% port expansion
Flat Panel Displays (Large Screen Monitors)  Must use Matrix switchers if more than one projector/display
is used
 Must be 4k for all displays
 Must have necessary inputs/outputs to accommodate ALS,
 The Designer shall size the image accordingly based on size and Mics together
of the room for maximum viewing from all positions in the
 Must be labeled per District standards
room (based on industry standards for viewing)
 Control: Use LAN for classrooms for control processor and
 Support backing to be rated at 350lbs in case interactive
PC with software control. Conference rooms need LAN for
overlays are added later
touchscreen control panel
 Control: Use HDBT (preferred) or LAN if available, or use
 Connectivity: Requires one LAN Cat6A to local BDF/IDF
RS232 extended over shielded connection
 Connectivity: Requires one LAN Cat6A to local BDF/IDF,
and one Shielded Cat6A cable to AV rack. Terminate
shielded jack at projector sharing same faceplate (steel) as
LAN. On rack side, cable to be terminated on 1U patch panel

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Digital Audio Signal Processors open ceiling with appropriate safety mechanism included in
design
 Must have Dante™ protocol support and connection  Two legs min required for speaker daisy chaining.
 Must be sized with 25% port expansion  As-build of connectivity to be provided by AV
 Must use with spaces requiring remote learning, contractor/vendor
conferencing and recording/streaming  Speaker cable to be terminated at AV rack on faceplate
 Must have necessary inputs/outputs to accommodate ALS, using “Speakon” connection. Contractor/vendor to extend
and Mics together with appropriate cable and termination type to amplifier
 Must be labeled per District standards Document Cameras
 Control: Use LAN for classrooms and conference rooms and
connect to Fire Protection System with relay trigger for audio  Must be 1080p min resolution (must provide max resolution
muting available at time of ordering)

 Connectivity: Requires one LAN Cat6A to local BDF/IDF  Must use HDMI to switcher input for video
 Must use USB to PC for optional features
Amplifiers
 Include cable or surface locking base keyed per college
 Use 70V for all typical classrooms standard
 Use Stereo for specialty rooms where apply if speakers are  Must provide custom surface desk mount to lectern
placed on front of room (coordinate installation with District accordingly)
 Must be sized appropriately for size of room and speaker  Provide microscope attachment lens for science classes
count/type where apply
 Audio must be adjusted for all input sources accordingly to  Must contain convenience light
avoid accidental peak from users  Foldable models preferred
 Must be labeled per District standards  Must be labeled per district standards
Speakers  Control: input selection through AV system, manual
power/on off
 Number of speakers must be appropriately dispersed evenly
 Connectivity: HDMI and USB (both required)
to provide optimal coverage for all areas of classroom
 Appropriate tap setting based on number of speakers, size Blu-ray Player
of room, and amplifier to be adjusted accordingly
 Must be 4K upscaling
 Drop-in ceiling mount preferred for Accessible Ceiling Tile
(ACT) types. Flush-mount for hard-lid, pendant mount for  Must have LAN port

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 Must be labeled per district standards Microphones

 Control: IP control or HDBT if available for typical classroom.
In some instances, RS232 can be used (serial port on player  Wireless receiver to be rack-mounted in AV rack and labeled
must be included as secondary or primary means of control)  Wireless lapel to be provided with charging station or hands-
 Connectivity: Requires one LAN Cat6A to local BDF/IDF free neck loop provided by some switching manufactures
 Ceiling mics preferred in conference rooms with multiple
Auxiliary Connections microphone array via Dante™ protocol

 Must have one LAN extended to the desktop surface /  Must be labeled per district standards
connection well.
Assisted Listening Systems
 Must have one HDMI (highest available standard at time of
ordering) and…  Designer to place appropriate (permanent, or portable in
 When required by department or specific program accordance with ADA Sections 219 and 706 in the California
requirement, include one VGA over HDMI (use switching Building code)
manufacturer HDMI to RGB converter) and…  For portable systems, design must establish an “ALS Out”
 Must have one USB connection from PC (highest available port wired to system, and terminated on patch panel in AV
standard at time of ordering with female connection at rack
lectern for external thumb drive)  Permanent systems must include antenna terminated on
 HDMI to include adapter ring set for HDMI conversion to: faceplate with AV connections at location of AV rack.
DVI, DP, Mini HDMI, USB-C, Apple lightning, Apple USB-C  For Antennas requiring power, mounting and electrical
(locked to HDMI cable) considerations must be accounted for accordingly by
 Must all auxiliary connections must have appropriate length Designer
to be used anywhere on lectern  Must be labeled per district standards
 Hook and loop tie must be provided and permanently
mounted on all auxiliary cables as needed if retracting Cable
Power Distribution Unit
Cubby is not used so cables can be stored neatly  Must be rated appropriately for AV systems
 Design must include auxiliary connection box (cable cubby  Must be metered
for Extron) or similar to allow all connections to be neatly
stored and retracted as needed. Connection box to include  Must be Rack-mounted
5-15R/5-20R power  Must be labeled per district standards
 Must be labeled per district standards  Must contain appropriate number of connections and type
per equipment
 Must have appropriate length input cord to wall outlet

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Lecterns/Instructor Stations PC/Monitors

 Must include college logo  All PC monitors and PC require cable or surface locking
base keyed per college standard
 Must be ADA compliant
 Dual monitors with heavy duty monitor arm required
 Must have electric up/down mechanism
 One Monitor dedicated for PC as main PC monitor
 Must contain location for dual monitors
 Second Monitor to be fed from switcher to display switcher
 Must have keyboard/mouse tray
input source selection
 Must have Auxiliary input cutout (Cable cubby for Extron)
 When PC is selected, second monitor to be setup as
 Must have AV rack built-in extended display to PC
 Must have proper ventilation with Fan and thermostat  Contractor/vendor responsible for installing all necessary AV
mounted software (coordinate with District IT PC imaging prior to
 Must be universal for AV rack placement (left or right) setup. District IT to provide temporary admin password as
needed for AV integrator)
 Must be located at appropriate wall for terminations
(preferred) Fire/Life-Safety System integration
Controls  Require dry contact closure (relay) from Fire/Life-Safety
(FLS) system to control processor
 Software-based Graphical User Interface for all classrooms
– Include license for control platform  Hardwired recommended for all new deployments

 Conference rooms, lecture halls, huddle spaces, offices,  All components to be labeled in large bold print, and be
etc., to use controls from switching manufacture accessible and identified in AV and FLS as-builds

 Touchscreen panels of appropriate size and location to be Electrical Requirements (Div 26)
established through BUG meetings (standards will have a
recommended location)  Dedicated Quad 5-20R outlet for AV rack
 5-20R for Powered speakers
 5-20R for Projectors/Displays
 5-20R for IR ALS antenna
 5-20R, or hardwired as needed per manufacture
recommendations for electric screens

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Low-Voltage requirements (Div 27) Deliverables

 Six (6) Cat6A data min at Instructors lectern/AV rack  Device Matrix showing all necessary information required by
(Distance Ed may change this requirement) District (District to provide Template)
 One (1) Cat6A data min for each projector/Display  Commissioning form information completely filled-out by
contractor/vendor prior to Commissioning identifying all
 One (1) Shielded connection for each projector/Display to
required info (District to provide template with instructions)
AV rack
 Asset Management Spreadsheet if apply
 Two (2) Shielded connection for each Ultra short throw
interactive projector (for Audio/Visual, and USB)  Line diagram for each room placed in each AV rack showing
connectivity
 All AV rack terminations to be on faceplate (RF/IR antenna,
Speakers, LAN cabling, HDBT, HDMI, USB, etc.), and  Custom contractor/vendor created simple one-page
appropriate length/Type to be extended from wall outlet to instruction sheet laminated and placed under keyboard
equipment in rack (Must be approved by District prior to printing)
 Shielded connections and “ALS Out” (where apply), to be  All config files that apply (must be saved on each device)
terminated on a 1U patch panel at top of AV rack and
 Training videos for each room (User and Admin video must
provide 1U brush plate for cable management
be created individually and be unique for each room)
 All necessary cables, patch cords and adapters to be
 All User Manuals and accessories gathered in box or case,
provided by AV vendor/contractor as needed
and labeled per room (transmittal with item list to be
provided contractor/vendor and signed by District)
 All items noted above (including transmittal) must be
included in electronic format for download, and also provided
on contractor/vendor provided thumb drive

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APPENDIX D – TYPICAL REFERENCE DETAILS

The following diagrams (see following pages) are sample details that can be used in audiovisual projects for general contractor
information and mounting requirements. All details should be reviewed with a structural engineer for the project for proper
attachment method and detailing prior to submittal to any plan checking agency (DSA, etc.).
Recommended submitting any reference details for coordination with structural engineer and architect at end of Schematic Design
or beginning of Design Development phases to allow proper time for coordination with engineers for calculations and attachment
method.
Where required, provide other relevant data specific to the building and audiovisual system designs including weight, color and
min/max heights or protrusion limits to work with ADA guidelines.

Bubbled areas on diagrams indicate critical information notes such as specific references to architectural or structural details,
weights, etc. to be coordinated during the project design and specific application.

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Ceiling Mounted Projector Detail

Identify deck and ceiling type to properly note on detail. Coordinate projector weight based on application. Note proper structural or
architectural detail reference within for attachment method. Coordinate with Telecom and Electrical Engineer.

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Ceiling Mounted Projector Lift Detail

Identify deck and ceiling type to properly note on detail. Coordinate projector weight based on application. Note proper structural or
architectural detail reference within for attachment method. Coordinate with Telecom and Electrical Engineer for power and low
voltage control and data / AV cabling within ceiling housing. Identify maximum weight of assembly.

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Projection Screen Electrical Connection Detail

Coordinate with low-voltage and Electrical Engineer for power and low voltage control and data / AV cabling within housing.
Coordinate low voltage wall switch / controller location (typically adjacent to screen near door for manual screen override.

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Ceiling Mounted Projection Screen Detail

Identify deck and ceiling type to properly note on detail. Identify maximum weight of assembly.

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Wall Mounted Projection Screen Detail

Identify wall type to properly note on detail for backing. Include 6” extension bracket to clear wall obstructions as needed.
Identify maximum weight of assembly.

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Wall Mounted Interactive Whiteboard Projector Detail

LACCD does not prefer to use these but the detail is included for specific applications that may required per building program.

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Wall Mounted Small - Medium Flat Panel Display Detail

Coordinate articulating mount model type and size per display size and weight. Typical small to medium mounting brackets
accommodate displays from 32” to 55”.

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Wall Mounted Medium - Large Flat Panel Display Detail

Coordinate articulating mount model type and size per display size and weight. Typical small to medium mounting brackets
accommodate displays from 55” to 75”.

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Wall Mounted Large (Interactive) Flat Panel Display Detail

Coordinate wall mount model type and size per display size and weight. Typical large fixed heavy-duty mounting brackets
accommodate displays from 80” to 90”.

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Ceiling Mounted Flat Panel Display Detail

Identify deck and ceiling type to properly note on detail. Coordinate display weight based on application. Note proper structural or
architectural detail reference within for attachment method. Coordinate with Telecom and Electrical Engineer.

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In-Wall Mounted Camera & Niche Detail

Coordinate 4” deep camera box with manufacturer installation instructions (refer to Appendix B for equipment standards for typical
model). Include in detail any specific notes for priming and painting enclosure to match specific architectural wall finishes. Include
mounting shelf as required based on camera size and protrusion. Camera to not protrude from wall greater than 4” per ADA guidelines
if under 7’-6” AFF.

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Wall Mounted Camera Detail

Coordinate camera and mounting bracket/shoe with manufacturer installation instructions (refer to Appendix B for equipment
standards for typical model). Include in detail any specific notes for priming and painting bracket to match specific architectural wall
finishes. Camera to not protrude from wall greater than 4” per ADA guidelines if under 7’-6” AFF.

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Credenza / Millwork Equipment Rack Detail

Coordinate equipment rack within millwork with architect. Coordinate ventilation cutouts for both incoming air and exhaust adding
thermal switch and fan kit(s) as required in each bay required. Coordinate rear cutouts for incoming services. Include base supports
to floor (millwork ribbing) to accommodate multi-bay base deflection due to weight. Accommodate load on base when rack is
extended.

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Pendant Speaker Detail

Coordinate structural mounting to deck with structural engineer. Pendant speaker can be supported by cable or conduit assembly
(use ceiling fan 4S box cover for sway). Paint speaker assembly including conduit and box to match open ceiling as required per
architect finish schedule.

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A.C.T. Ceiling Speaker Detail

Coordinate structural mounting to deck with structural engineer. Speaker can be supported in access ceiling tile (ACT) with support
ring and ACT tile bridge as required. Paint speaker grill to match ceiling as required per architect finish schedule. Leave 3 ft. service
cable for speaker installation and service. Include plenum backcan as required (unless speaker is one assembly). Include transformer
as required in speaker ordering option in spec to accommodate 70/100V chain installation. Coordinate locations with above-ceiling
ductwork and other obstructions.

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Flat Field A.C.T. Ceiling Speaker Detail

Coordinate structural mounting to deck with structural engineer. Speaker can be supported in access ceiling tile (ACT) with secondary
cable support attachments as required. Leave 3 ft. service cable for speaker installation and service. Speaker is one assembly and is
white in color to match typical ACT ceiling tiles. Include transformer as required in speaker ordering option in spec to accommodate
70/100V chain installation. Coordinate locations with above-ceiling ductwork and other obstructions. Speaker depth is 3.5”.

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Hard Lid Ceiling Speaker Detail

Coordinate structural mounting to deck with structural engineer. Speaker can be supported in hard-lid with support ring as required.
Paint speaker grill to match ceiling as required per architect finish schedule. Leave 3 ft. service cable for speaker installation and
service. Include plenum backcan as required (unless speaker is one assembly). Include transformer as required in speaker ordering
option in spec to accommodate 70/100V chain installation. Coordinate locations with above-ceiling ductwork and other obstructions.

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Wall Speaker Detail

Coordinate structural mounting to wall with structural engineer. Include appropriate wall mount bracket by application requirements.
Paint speaker assembly to match wall as required per architect finish schedule if applicable. Include secondary cable tether as
required for anchorage. Include transformer as required in speaker ordering option in spec to accommodate 70/100V chain
installation. Mount speaker assembly to clear 7’-6” to the bottom of the assembly per ADA guidelines.

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Flown Powered Speaker Detail

Coordinate structural mounting to wall with structural engineer. Include appropriate wall or ceiling mount attachment by
application requirements. Paint speaker assembly to match as required per architect finish schedule if applicable. Include
secondary cable tether as required for anchorage. Provide 120VAC power for active speaker unit.

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Recessed In-Wall Consolidation Box Detail

Coordinate services with Telecom and Electrical Engineer for co-location of services as well as conduit access into the desired bay /
junction-box. Include cover plate and coordinate cover finish with architect to match wall as required. Coordinate location of in-wall
enclosure with display mount bracket.

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Multi-Service Combination Floor Box Detail

Coordinate services with Telecom and Electrical Engineer for co-location of services as well as conduit access into the desired bay /
junction-box. Include cover lid and coordinate cover material finish with architect to match wall as required (solid plate, carpet/flooring
insert & access type. Coordinate with structural for pour pan as required with slab conditions. For raised floor conditions, specify
correct box type and structural support. Coordinate cable bundle diameter for all services to fit through access notch to ensure lid
closes properly flush under instructor station.

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Multi-Service Recessed Combination Floor Poke-Through Detail

Coordinate services with Telecom and Electrical Engineer for co-location of services as well as conduit access into the desired bay /
junction-box. Include cover lid and coordinate cover material finish with architect to match wall as required. Coordinate position for
coring for structural support in slab conditions (proximity to other cores). Coordinate box size (4”, 6”, 8” or 10”) based on services
connectivity requirements by location. Coordinate cable bundle diameter for all services to fit through access notch to ensure lid
closes properly flush under instructor station.

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In-Wall Junction Box Detail

Coordinate services with Telecom and Electrical Engineer for co-location of services to be in close proximity to AV wall box. Typically,
a larger capacity in-wall NEMA box can be located behind millwork or for free-standing equipment carts to accommodate multiple
conduits and cabling in a recessed system. Box to be flush with wall surface. Include NEMA box cover coordinated with wall finish per
architect. Covers can include a corner notch or “mouse hole” to accommodate cable passage through the lid (to help contain cabling
and ensure better aesthetics) and should be sized to accommodate bundled cabling. Box and cover assemble to be sized to
accommodate the number of conduits.

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APPENDIX E – TYPICAL INFRASTRUCTURE DIAGRAM

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 LOUDSPEAKER LEGEND:
CLG 1 - GANG 1
THRU NOTE: MAY BE DATA ONLY 1 (1) 1" C.
LOUDSPEAKER MICROPHONE ARRAY
2 (1) 1-1/4" C.
CLG 1 - GANG CLG
1 1 3 (2) 1-1/4" C.
PROJECTION SCREEN PROJECTION SCREEN
CLG SCREEN LV MOTOR SCREEN LV MOTOR CLG
1 1
PROJECTOR PROJECTOR
CLG SCREEN LV MOTOR 2 2 SCREEN LV MOTOR CLG
CABLING CAN BE J-HOOKED
IN ACCESS CEILING COND. CEILING

1 2
CAMERA FLAT PANEL DISPLAY
+96" AFF 2 - GANG COMBO
1 1
CAMERA CONTROL PANEL
+96" AFF 2 - GANG 2 - GANG +44" AFF
NOTE: CAMERA(S) MAY BE 1
MOUNTED IN CEILING SCREEN UP/DN
1 - GANG +44" AFF
3 3

INSTRUCTOR STATION
AV RACK J-BOX INSTRUCTOR STATION AV
3-GANG (MIN.) +18" AFF JUNCTION BOX (TO RACK)
LEVEL 1
FLOOR AV INPUT FLOOR BOX OR
3-GANG (MIN.) FLR POKE-THROUGH

ROOM TYPE: ALL AS APPLICABLE NOTE:

POWER AND TELEDATA CONDUIT AND BOX INFRASTRUCTURE
DRAWING: AUDIOVISUAL CONDUIT DIAGRAM
IS NOT SHOWN ON THIS DIAGRAM BUT SHALL BE COORDINATED
WITH THE AV INFRASTRUCTURE BASED ON THE PLANS AND
ELEVATIONS INCLUDED IN THIS DOCUMENT.
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APPENDIX F – TIER 3 CLASSROOM (HYFLEX LEARNING SPACE)

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LEGEND:
SII I
R/L 1 MULTI-SERVICE WALL BOX.
5 2 INSTRUCTOR STATION.

6 3 WALL MOUNTED PHONE.

2 4 WALL CLOCK.
5 PROJECTION SCREEN SWITCH
04 DC3 1 (FOR MOTORIZED SCREENS).
6 WHITEBOARD.
10
7 IN-WALL AV EQUIPMENT BOX.
8 AV EQUIPMENT RACK.
9 AV FLOOR-BOX.

AV
4
10 WALL CAMERA.

9
AV

7 8 R/L
SII

ROOM TYPE: TIER 3 CLASSROOM: DUAL SCREEN CLASSROOM WITH DISTANCE LEARNING
DRAWING: AV FLOOR PLAN OVERVIEW

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1 CEILING MOUNTED PROJECTION
SCREEN.
2 CEILING MOUNTED AV CONTROL.
S S S M
2 3 PROJECTOR.
4 WIRELESS ACCESS POINT.
AV
5 CEILING SPEAKER - TYPICAL OF 12.
6 M 1 6 CEILING MICROPHONE ARRAY -
TYPICAL OF 2.
S S S

S S S M

4
M AV

3
S S S

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 LEGEND:
1 MULTI-SERVICE WALL BOX.
14 10 2 INSTRUCTOR STATION.
3 WALL MOUNTED PHONE.
4 4 WALL CLOCK.
5 PROJECTION SCREEN SWITCH
3 (FOR MOTORIZED SCREENS).
6 2 6 WHITEBOARD.
7 IN-WALL AV EQUIPMENT BOX.
9
8 AV EQUIPMENT RACK.

ELEVATION A 9 AV FLOOR-BOX.
1
10 CEILING MOUNTED PROJECTION
SCREEN.
11 CEILING MOUNTED AV CONTROL.
14 13
12 PROJECTOR.

10 13 WIRELESS ACCESS POINT.

15
12 14 CEILING SPEAKER - TYPICAL OF 12.
2 6
15 CEILING MICROPHONE ARRAY -
TYPICAL OF 2.

ELEVATION B
2

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 DOCUMENT CAMERA
(DESKTOP) INSTRUCTOR PC USB PRESENTATION
HDMI MATRIX SWITCH
6 EXTENDED DISPLAY /
USB USB
SCALING MEDIA HUB PROGRAM MONITOR
HDMI/DP
HDMI HDMI
USB PC MONITOR HDMI HDMI AUDIO
HDMI/DP 7
HDMI
6
DATA TO IDF
HDBT CAMERA DATA TO IDF HDMI/DP

HDBT
LECTURE CAPTURE /
STREAMING APPLIANCE
BLU-RAY PLAYER
HDMI HDMI HDMI HDMI
AUDIO
5
DATA TO IDF HDMI HDMI INSTRUCTOR VIDEO PROJECTOR
STATION WALL PLATE
DATA TO IDF
WIRELESS HDBT HDBT (SIGNAL & CONTROL)
PRESENTATION
APPLIANCE RJ45
CABLE CUBBY HDMI HDMI FIRE ALARM RELAY DATA TO IDF
RELAY
(CABLING TO RACK BY
DIV 28 CONTRACTOR) VIDEO PROJECTOR
USB MUTLI-INPUT
TRANSMITTER DATA TO IDF
HDBT HDBT (SIGNAL & CONTROL)
HDMI
HDBT (SIGNAL & CONTROL) HDBT RJ45
VGA DATA TO IDF
70 V AMPLIFIER CEILING
AUDIO AUDIO
3 AUDIO
RJ45 THRU
4 AUDIO
SPEAKON
DATA TO IDF DIGITAL AUDIO SIGNAL 70V CEILING
FIXED RF ALS
PROCESSOR (DANTE) LOUDSPEAKERS
AUDIO
WIRELESS MICROPHONE
AUDIO AUDIO
MIC MIC AUDIO AUDIO
AUDIO
AUDIO 1
3 OUTPUT TO AUDIO OUTPUT TO DSP
1 AUDIO
AUDIO SWITCHER 2
4
AUDIO LV CONTROLLER
2
PROJECTION
OUTPUT TO RELAY
CEILING MICROPHONE AUDIO LV M SCREEN MOTOR
(DANTE) 5 CAPTURE
LV CONTROLLER
RJ45 (DANTE) MIC APPLIANCE R/L
AUDIO
RELAY M
PROJECTION SII WALL SWITCH

7 OUTPUT TO LV SCREEN MOTOR

MEDIA HUB
R/L
DATA (DANTE)TO IDF DATA TO IDF DATA TO IDF SII WALL SWITCH

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APPENDIX G – COMMISSIONING FORMS

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APPENDIX H – DOCUMENT REVISION TRACKING

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DOCUMENT REVISION TRACKING

Rev. Rev. Description & Reason of Change Section Approval Signature / Date
No. Date Affected

0 12/22/2019 Initial Release

1 02/02/2022
01/26/2022 Update to Version 1.2 Body, Diagrams

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