October 10, 2005 - CLS announces availability of new Mobile Video Console

The Mobile Video Console from Creative Learning Systems offers professional-grade production equipment in a portable, easy-to-operate system. Your students can now film school events, create dynamic video productions, and even broadcast live, over the internet to parents and the school community. It’s a fun, engaging way to develop communications and language skills as your students build 21st Century competencies such as critical thinking, project planning, team building and collaboration.

The Mobile Video Console features a digital audio/video mixer that seamlessly integrates live or recorded input. It includes two professionalquality video cameras, combination dubbing deck, digital video bank, and a computer workstation with DVD recorder and flat-panel monitor. An integrated video converter creates digital video streams suitable for live or prerecorded webcasts of school events.

The system’s four-channel digital mixer allows students to create dynamic, professional video productions. Transitions, fades, wipes and other effects are created easily and on-the-fly. Students will use the robust videoediting suite and computer workstation to create amazing post-production video effects. We’ve even included an extensive digital media library with sound effects, background music, video clips and backdrops to add even more professionalism to student productions!

The entire system is securely mounted on a sturdy, seventy-two inch workstation with oversize casters for maximum mobility. The entire system can be safely and easily moved anywhere Mobile Video Console in the school: classrooms, the auditorium, the gymnasium, the media center – even to off-campus events.

The uses are virtually unlimited. Students make learning come alive with engaging video projects. Speakers, performances and ceremonies can be recorded and even broadcast over the web. Teachers and students can produce engaging, instructional videos. Your school can film and broadcast sporting events – even create a highlight reel. Professional development, training and administrative communications can be recorded and viewed over the school network. Video yearbook supplements and daily announcements are easily produced. And these are just a few examples!

Your Mobile Video Console includes the Teleprompter and Chroma-Key Linear Video Editing Systems. Each is configured to integrate seamlessly and is designed for easy operation by students and teachers.

Teleprompter System Ever wonder how television news anchors can read a script without ever looking away from the camera? Teleprompter technology allows prewritten scripts to scroll over specially-designed screens placed directly in front of the camera lens. The Mobile Video Console teleprompter system allows students to use this professional production technique easily and economically. It’s a terrific way to build reading and writing skills while adding even more professionalism to video productions. The Teleprompter System includes an LCD flat-screen teleprompter, mounting equipment, computer software and USB control shuttle.

Chroma-Key Linear Editing System with LED Light Ring Technology
Once possible only in expensive studio settings, the Mobile Video Console incorporates the very latest in chroma-key technology to create virtual backdrops anywhere – and for a fraction of the cost! The Mobile Video Console uses LED light rings and a specially-designed reflective gray screen to create these sophisticated effects in a portable, easy-to-use system.

Your students can now create professional-looking virtual backdrops – live, and with the simple flip of a switch! History classes can recreate a seminal civil war battle using authentic backdrops. A science report on Mars can be presented from the surface of the red planet. Students can stand in front of virtual maps, charts and graphics just like professional television reporters. The possibilities are unlimited.

A Mobile Video Console from Creative Learning Systems is the most flexible, fully-featured and economical professional-grade video production platform available anywhere. And, like all of our learning systems, it includes full installation, professional development and technical support services. Let us tell you more about how your school can record special events, broadcast live over the internet, create video announcements, and make learning come alive with the Mobile Video Console. Call us at (800)458-2880 for more information.

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