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13. Cameras in Teaching Spaces

Camera mounted at back of lecture theatre camera on celling of teaching room

Cameras are used in teaching rooms to record lectures, support EchoVideo (Q‑Review) or video meetings. It is important to consider the camera when recording to ensure you can be seen clearly, along with any screens or monitors you want to include in the recording.

The number of cameras in a room will depend on the size of the room. Larger rooms often have more cameras to cover the space. Some rooms may have several cameras, but only one main camera is used for the EchoVideo (Q‑Review) recording.

You may be able to view different camera angles or preview feeds at the lectern, but you will not always be able to change which camera is used for the actual recording. Some rooms also have cameras that provide a live feed to AV support, allowing them to monitor the room and assist with any technical issues.

What the recording camera is for:

EchoVideo (Q‑Review) lecture capture

The recording camera is used by EchoVideo (Q‑Review) to capture the presenter and any on‑screen materials. This helps students who rewatch the session to follow along more easily.

Video meetings

For example when using MS Teams the camera also allows remote participants to see the presenter and the room.

Live feed to AV support

Some rooms have cameras that send a live video image to AV support so they can monitor the room and respond to issues quickly.