
Lecture Theatre Refresh
Edinburgh Napier University
Lecture Theatre Refresh
Edinburgh Napier University is a modern, career-focused university in Scotland, known for its strong industry connections and applied research. The university offers undergraduate and postgraduate programmes with a focus on business, computing, engineering, and the creative industries.
Dr Stephen Riady, a long-time supporter and honorary alumnus of the university, made a generous donation to completely refurbish the 400-seat Business School lecture theatre. The newly refreshed Riady Lecture Theatre features Scotland’s first Direct View LED display technology, enabling lecturers to engage and collaborate not only with those in the lecture hall but also with remote participants, ensuring full inclusivity. New immersive technologies will further enhance broadcast facilities, providing high-quality live streaming of lectures and special events.
These state-of-the-art audiovisual facilities make the education space the most technologically advanced lecture theatre in Scotland.
Our solution
proAV was engaged through the APUC framework agreement, under which proAV is an accredited AV supplier to Scotland’s universities and colleges.
The main lecture display is a Samsung dvLED videowall measuring [dimensions to be added] with a 2.5mm pixel pitch. Positioned at the front of the stage is a separate NEC 55-inch 4K display for presenters to use while speaking.
For lecturers and speakers, the main AV control is set up within a bespoke TopTec lectern. For content presentation, the lectern features a WolfVision Visualiser and Cynap Pure for wireless presentation and content sharing. All input control is managed via a dedicated Crestron Touch Panel display.
The audio system includes Sennheiser SpeechLine wireless microphones for speaker input, while Renkus-Heinz digitally steerable column speakers and a self-powered subwoofer deliver high-quality sound throughout the theatre.
To ensure inclusivity, Senn...
Key contact
Gregor Rimell
Area Manager - Scotland, Education Specialist - North
Edinburgh
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