The Project
St Margaret’s Church in Ipswich, a Grade I listed building, needed a discreet AV upgrade to support modern worship, events, and streaming.
The project brief required a professional live-streaming solution, discreet PTZ camera coverage, a projection and winch screen system, and a bespoke AV console to house and control the technology.
The system needed to be easy for volunteers to operate while delivering broadcast-quality results for services, events, and concerts, with all equipment integrated neatly and sympathetically within the historic building.
Challenges & Objectives
- Acoustic Complexity: Vaulted ceilings, stone columns, and reflective surfaces created reverberation
- Discreet Aesthetic: AV system needed to blend into the historic interior and require minimal ongoing operation
- User-friendly interface for both technical and non-technical staff
- Future-proof system, flexible, and reliable for a variety of events
Key Features
- HD PTZ Camera System with remote control
- Roland V-8HD professional vision mixer: Allows for sophisticated vision mixing of all inputs
- Dedicated HD Streaming Encoder
- Motorised Winch Projection Screen
- High-Brightness Laser Projector with extra-long throw lens
- Bespoke Oak Veneer AV Console + Equipment Rack
Outcome
DM installed all relevant cabling, bracketry, connectors, and interfacing hardware. After the system had been set up, our engineers provided full training. The AV upgrade has provided St Margaret’s with the following:
- Professional live streaming for remote participation
- Flexible camera and projection system for both services and events
- Remote-controlled HD pan-tilt-zoom camera, positioned to cover the altar, pulpit, lectern, and choir with multiple presets for quick and consistent shot framing
- A future-ready AV setup discreetly integrated within this historic building
- Simple, reliable controls that volunteers can manage with minimal training
- A discreet, future-proof AV setup that complements the church’s historic setting
