CSCAMM is part of the Access Grid, a network of more than 150 domestic and
international sites using high-speed Internet connections to enable truly
interactive meetings among participants. The access grid node delivers high performance synchronized
audio, data, and video to and from multiple locations over IP networks. This allows geographically
dispersed groups of people to participate in meetings, and collaborative work sessions.
The UMD-CSCAMM AG node is one of several Access Grid nodes at the University of Maryland, and one
of many nodes world-wide on the Access Grid, a suite of hardware, software,
and tools to facilitate collaboration over the Internet.
The establishment of the Access Grid node at CSCAMM was sponsored by the
following organizations:
The Access Grid is
intended for the use of CSCAMM and affiliated organizations. For
additional scheduling and event information, please send an email to
Hardware
The inSORS Basic 8-Port Node (customized)
Dell Precision Workstation 450
1 x Sony PROxtraX multiverse projector PLC-XU33/38
2 x Canon VC-C4 Communication Camera
2 x Genelec Model 1029 Active Monitor (speaker)
2 x Crown Microphone
ClearOne XAP800 Audio Conferencing System (echo cancellation)
ClearOne XAP TH2 Telephone Interface
Dell PowerConnect 5012 Gigabit Ethernet Switch
Gyration RF Wireless Keyboard and Mouse
Software
Operating System:
Microsoft Windows XP
Applications:
Microsoft Office
AGN
inSORS Grid Client Software
IGCAM - Local and remote camera control
IGChat - Text based chat program
IGPhone - Telephone integration into inSORS Grid
For more information or help...
User questions and problems should be directed to CSCAMM
system staff by contacting Bill Burns or by email.
