Communication Systems
Video Communication (Engineer ↔ Musicians)
Visual contact between control room and tracking spaces is essential, especially for the Live Room which has no window.
| Location | Equipment | Est. Price | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Control Room | PTZ Camera (Marshall CV504) | $1,000 | TO BUY |
| Control Room | 43-55" Display (shows Live Room) | $500 | TO BUY |
| Live Room | Wide-angle or PTZ Camera | $1,000 | TO BUY |
| Live Room | 43-55" Display (shows Control Room) | $500 | TO BUY |
| Overdub Room | Wide-angle Camera | $400 | TO BUY |
| Overdub Room | 32-43" Display | $300 | TO BUY |
Signal Flow Options
Option A — NDI over Ethernet (Recommended)
- Low latency
- Runs over existing Cat6
- Display via NDI decoder
Option B — HDMI over Cat6
- Point-to-point extenders
- Near-zero latency
- Simpler setup
Video Switching
Blackmagic ATEM Mini Pro
- Handles all camera inputs
- Switches between angles
- Can record session for content capture
- Estimated: $500
Talkback System
The Dangerous Monitor ST has built-in talkback input and switch.
Signal Flow: AT808G Talkback Mic → Monitor ST Talkback Input → Monitor ST Talkback Output → Hear Back PRO Hub → Personal Mixers
Headphone Cue System
Hear Back PRO
- Hub in control room
- 5 personal mixers in Live Room
- Musicians control their own balance
- Cat6 runs from hub to each mixer
Overdub Room: Simple headphone feed from Monitor ST Cue Out (direct window communication, no personal mixer needed)
Total Estimated Cost
~$3,500 for video communication system