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When one of our large enterprise clients decided it was time to take control and modernize all aspects of their AV, control, distribution and management, Integral Media Systems met the challenge. Beginning from the ground up, we moved to deploy an entire network to enable IP distribution of all AV and control signals throughout the client’s multiple campuses.

For the network, Cisco Meraki was chosen for it’s ease of management and full layer 3 capabilities. We worked with the client IT department to nest the entire AV network in a DMZ behind the client firewall. We also deployed a Meraki MX100 security appliance for added firewall and active threat protection. Since this network handles management, audio, video and control data, multiple VLANS were created. IGMP Query was enabled to facilitate in the transport of multicast traffic, and QOS was enabled to prioritize certain data types. Link aggregate groups were created for 20 GB/s of redundant throughput to each edge switch.

Audio transport is made possible by utilizing Dante on the BSS 806DA platform. There are Five BSS 806DA units deployed, one of which is ready as a warm spare. Any source signal can be sent to any destination on the network, even between buildings and campuses. Amplification is provided by 22 Crown DCi Network amplifiers. BLU Link is utilized between the 806DA units and amps to limit Dante fan out configurations. The Dante transport layer is completely redundant on 2 separate VLANs and hardware sets for fail over. BSS Contrio Server is used to provide redundancy at the hardware level. If a piece of hardware fails, spare units will self configure and take over for the failed unit within 2 minutes.

For Video Distribution, Control and management we chose Kramer Electronics.

Kramer KDS-6 encoders and decoders handle video transport across the network. These units use JPEG2000 to provide very low latency 4k video transport with HDCP 2.2 compliance, which was important for live camera and television distribution. They also feature scaling at the receiver, allowing any content to fit any display perfectly. In addition, these units allowed us to embed control data with the video signals, enabling individual control of every monitor over the network. Because they allow any encoder to route to any decoder, it created a virtual video matrix without any additional configuration on our part. Currently, there are 62 video sources and over 200 displays.

Kramer Control provides the back end for customized control of all devices on the network. Each venue within the enterprise has it’s own control system, and we created a “master” control system to control every single device on the network. KT-107 touch panels provide authorized employees with a bespoke and intuitive interface to utilize.

Kramer Network provides an enterprise grade “one pane of glass” solution for the IT staff to control, manage, update, visualize and monitor all AV devices on the network. If any device loses contact with the network for any reason, emails are immediately sent to us as well as staff on site. This runs on an on-prem enterprise class server, with database backups and system snapshots taken every 24 hours. These backups are uploaded not only to an Integral Media Systems provided NAS, but also to the client’s storage via Azure. All design and control assets, drivers, firmware, software versions, as-builts, changelogs, documentation, and program files are also stored redundantly and available to the client in this manner.

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Integral Media Systems was approached to replace a malfunctioning and obsolete audio system at the Marriott located in Redmond, Washington at the Redmond Town Center. In addition to replacing the audio system, we were tasked with providing an easy and mobile method to change the volume levels in multiple spaces.

To accommodate this, we installed a BSS BLU-160 to handle audio source IOs and DSP, and several EC-4BV wall controllers for fixed volume control and source selection in each space. Amplification is handled by a Crown 8 channel DCi networked amplifier, and sent to JBL Control series speakers.

To facilitate easy and mobile control of the audio system, we utilized Kramer Control to create a cost effective, branded, simple and intuitive interface for volume control in each space. In addition to allowing staff to easily change volume from an iPad or administrative staff BYOD devices, this system also automatically sets volume levels based on a schedule. For example, the bar area music will slowly turn down at closing time, and slowly come back up 30 mins prior to opening. The staff of course can override this schedule for special and unscheduled “pop up” events.

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When the Tulalip Resort Casino began hotel renovations in late 2015, they decided to create a brand new specialty suite designed using elements of beautiful Tulalip Bay and the surrounding areas. Integral Media Systems was tasked with creating a high-end AV and control ecosystem that wouldn't overwhelm the simple, elegant beauty of the suite.

Almost every aspect of the room can be controlled via one app on iPads located in the living and bedrooms. All equipment was hidden behind a beautiful hand-carved wood panel, with air intake and exhaust fans hidden behind black mesh for a seamless, artful appearance. Controlled systems include:

• Living and bedroom televisions.

• Blu-Ray/DVD players, Apple TVs and cable boxes for both televisions.

• Lighting in all rooms.

• "Smart Glass" windows in the jaccuzi tub and shower areas that turn from crystal clear to frosted opaque for privacy.

• Heating and cooling/HVAC

• Hidden Speaker systems throughout the suite, mounted behind special drywall panels to remain completely invisible.

• A 4-Panel LCD/LED "living art" installation in the living area.

• Automatic privacy curtains and blackout shades for the large bay windows overlooking the property.

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Integral Media Systems was asked to update the AV and lighting components of the Canoes Cabaret at the Tulalip Resort Casino in early 2012. Attending the the Audio system first, we upgraded to a full Yamaha Nexo ethersound solution. Nexo geo S-12s comprise the line array which features 4 cabinets on both the left and right, 3 cabinets in the center cluster, and 4 cabinets acting as side and rear surrounds in the room. Low end is provided by 4 RS-18 Subs. Three 16 channel Yamaha stage boxes take XLR or quarter inch inputs and convert to digital to carry the signal over category cable. There are 8 mixes onstage driven by Nexo 45N-12s. Each stage box duplicates these mixes on their outputs for easy deployment of in-ear monitor systems.

Next, we added five HD Eiki 7000 lumen projectors around the space for a truly immersive entertainment experience. Since this is a multi use space, an 8x8 HDMI matrix and presentation switcher/scaler were utilized to accommodate any video source. Incuding:

• Live camera feeds

• Blu-Ray/DVD Player

• Spot light tower HDMI feed

• Presentation VGA, DVI, RCA, component, HDMI and S-Video

Finally, DMX controlled lighting was addressed by upgrading all PAR can fixtures to LED eliminating the need to re-gel and giving more precise control. RGB LED wall washers were installed to create beautiful effects along the upstage walls. A DMX controlled motorized curtain was also installed to give a more professional appearance during sporting events, comedy and presentation situations. 8 R9 spots provide moving light effects, secondary spots etc.

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When one of our clients approached us to upgrade and centralize all of their digital signage, menu boards, way-finding, television and entertainment video into one system, Integral Media Systems rose to the occasion. Given the size of the campus, and the secure area in which the equipment would be held, being able to easily control the system remotely (and securely) was a must. 

At the heart of this system is the Magenta Voyager 160 port fiber optic matrix. Fiber optic video extension was chosen given the large size of the campus (almost a half-mile long) and the ability to feed displays located at a satellite campus five miles away. We achieved this by utilizing unused network fiber pairs between campuses.  Currently the system is feeding 120 displays (and counting!).

Intel NUC PCs were chosen to replace the old digital signage computers. We chose these for their extremely compact size and low power consumption. 

Video sources can be routed using the built in touch screen on the matrix, or by remotely logging in. For security reasons, only several designated computers on campus were "white-listed" to allow access. No other computers are able to log in to make changes. The same safety measures were placed onto the digital signage computers. 

The attached cable boxes can also be controlled when logged in. We created a small custom program to recall channel presets easily at the request of the client. This is achieved by sending USB commands out of the PC's serial port into the cable boxes.

Lastly, in the event of a fire or other similar emergency, every display on campus automatically switches over to an evacuation plan way-finder and announcement message. 

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