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When setting up a
Genesis system, Linguatronics will provide you with
options to meet your specific needs. In
addition to
headsets,
furniture,
computers and other
audio-visual equipment, the following Genesis system
options are available for your lab:
Live Video-Audio Broadcast
VOD - Video On Demand
SpeechMate Digital Audio
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Live
Video-Audio Broadcast |
A fully-featured
Genesis lab system includes our optional Live
Broadcast Encoder Card and UNI-COM A/V Controller
unit. These components allow an instructor to use
standard analog audiovisual sources as part of a
Genesis teaching session.
For example, an instructor may bring in a videotape
or DVD and broadcast the program live and in
real-time to all student stations in the Genesis
lab.
An A/V Control Interface is included in the main
Genesis Instructor Panel which allows the instructor
to select A/V devices, control playback and sound
levels and choose broadcast destinations such as an
overhead projector or student computer screens.
The students viewing live A/V broadcasts see the
video in their individual Live Broadcast Players or
in full-screen mode.
The Live Audio-Video Broadcast feature allows you to
broadcast any analog source over your local area
network using the Genesis system. |
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The Live Broadcast
components include the following:
 UNI-COM
A/V Controller
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Combined A/V Switcher, IR Remote Interface,
Stereo Pre-Amplifier
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Seven Analog A/V sources
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Two Computer sources
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Standard Microphone Input
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Multiple A/V and Computer Video outputs
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IR
Remote Control Interface for all connected
devices
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Stereo
Pre-Amplifier w/Volume Control
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Bass and Treble Controls
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Serial Interface for computer control
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Controlled via the Genesis Interface or
Standalone Software
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Software controls provide control all A/V
devices from the computer screen with no need
for hardware remote controls
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 Live
Broadcast Encoder Card
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Real-Time MPEG 4/2/1 Encoding
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Encodes and Streams video programs in real-time
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Low-profile PCI design with 2 different brackets
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High Quality NTSC/PAL/SECAM video decoder chip
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Integrated TV worldwide audio decoder chip
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Composite and S-Video Connections
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VOD - Video on
Demand |
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The optional Genesis
VOD System allows students and instructors to play
high quality video and audio clips over a campus
network. The VOD system and its media are accessed
via special web pages, allowing for connection from
any campus computer. |
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Genesis VOD System includes system software and
powerful video server hardware. The system can
broadcast dozens of different videos simultaneously
to different connected students. A unique feature of
the Genesis VOD system is that the instructor has
the ability to fully control broadcasting from the
VOD system, as well as to allow students to browse
and select their own videos.
When using instructor controls, videos can be
broadcast to any or all students, leaving full
viewing control up to the instructor.
Students can also access stored media files at any
time (unless restricted by the “Access Time Control”
feature) and from any computer.
Instructors and Administrators can also make use of
the web-based management system for media, account
and access management. The VOD management system
allows you to manage the media library easily
through functions such as add, delete, upload, etc.
The system supports the industry standard ASF, WMV,
WMA and MP3 file formats. |
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Client Video Viewing
Access
Time Control |
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SpeechMate Digital Audio Recorder |
 SpeechMate
is an interactive digital media recorder for use in language
and speech training. Using native language audio and video
materials, students are able to watch and listen to a Master
Program Track while simultaneously recording
 their
own voice for comparison.
In a classroom setting, the
instructor has the option of controlling all student SpeechMate modules or letting
students work individually at their own pace.
Lesson preparation is a
snap with Speechmate. Audiovisual materials are easily
enhanced with subtitles, and exercises to test student
proficiency and comprehension.
Interacting with SpeechMate
is easy. The software contains many powerful features to
enhance conversation and comprehension skills. Students can
adjust the speed of the Master Program Track without
affecting the speaker’s voice pitch. Bookmarks make it easy
to jump to frequently used passages for continued practice.
And a voice waveform shows students a visual representation
of the audio being heard.
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SpeechMate Key Learning Features:
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Watch and listen to
digital media
programs.
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Record your voice
digitally while
simultaneously
viewing audiovisual
media.
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Playback your voice
with the original
media program for
simultaneous or
sequential
comparison.
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View synchronized
subtitles as a
comprehension aid.
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Complete “exams” to
measure your
progress.
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Use bookmarks to
jump to any point in
the media program.
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Loop program
sections for
listening and
pronunciation
drills.
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Recap selected
program sections by
sentence.
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Intercom or text
chat with the
instructor for
program or language
help.
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Control the speed of
the media program
for enhanced
comprehension and
practice.
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View the media
program’s audio
waveform for added
pronunciation help.
Zoom in and out as
needed.
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Learn independently
or with the entire
class.
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