K-5 - Council Chamber - Conference Camera Monitors - Staff Report

o Consumer Reviews: Highly praised for its immersive meeting experience and ease of setup. Users appreciated the clear audio and video quality, though some noted minor issues with AI tracking. 3. Kandao Meeting Pro o Price: $899.00 o Features: Dual 4K fisheye lenses, 360-degree panoramic field of view, built-in Android OS, eight microphones for speaker tracking. o Pros: Portable, versatile, supports multiple conferencing systems, can operate without a computer. o Cons: AI could be quicker, low-light performance could be improved. o Consumer Reviews: Users appreciated its versatility and high-quality video and audio. The built-in OS and remote control were seen as major advantages, though some found the AI tracking to be a bit slow. 4. NexiGo Meeting 360 o Price: $699.99 o Features: 360-degree panoramic view, AI-powered framing and speaker tracking, 8K captured resolution, eight noise-canceling microphones. o Pros: High-resolution video, excellent audio quality, easy plug-and-play setup. o Cons: Some users reported issues with privacy features and occasional software glitches. o Consumer Reviews: Generally positive, with users praising its high-resolution video and clear audio. The AI-powered framing and speaker tracking were well- received, though some noted minor software issues. Council Room Display Monitors The additional piece to this project would be acquiring a monitoring system for the meetings. This way Council and the public can view who is speaking virtually. We would be looking to adjust the layout of the Council Chambers to ensure efficient use of the space. Optimal screen sizes for the viewing areas where the viewing distance would be about 20-30 feet. The recommendation would be one 85” screen or dual 75” screens mounted on either side of the lectern and angled toward the audience. The same recommendation would be for the Council. Staff has provided some images of the current setup of the chambers and recommended TV placement along with a potential change to the setup. Acquiring multiple displays would be ideal, however staff recommend the purchase of a 85" screen. The one screen will improve the viewing quality of presentation and virtual meeting attendees. Purchasing more monitors will be included in the council chamber’s upgrades project, which would include the purchase of dais furniture and making the appropriate audio/video and electrical upgrades to ensure accessibility for all. 2