ANSI/PIMA IT7.100:1993 (R1999)

Foreword
0 Introduction
1 Scope
2 Normative references
3 Definitions and acronyms
4 Teaching and learning spaces
5 Lighting
6 Sound and acoustics
7 Screened and video images
8 Presentation boards
9 Demonstrations
10 Overall facility services
11 Remote controls and communication
12 Projection/control rooms
13 Health and safety
14 Security
Table 1 - Examples of typical sound levels
Table 2 - Recommended maximum background noise levels
Table 3 - General guide for screen sizes
Figure 1 - Classroom light sources and control
Figure 2 - Optimum reverberation times at 500 Hz for speech
           and music related to room volume
Figure 3 - Analytical method for sightline study
Figure 4 - Anthropometric data for sightline study
Figure 5 - Maximum and minimum viewing distances
Figure 6 - Viewing distances for directly viewed video
           monitors
Figure 7 - Viewing angles (horizontal)
Figure 8 - Viewing angles (vertical)
Figure 9 - Screen coverage (center and corner locations)
Figure 10 - Effects of screen tilt
Figure 11 - Screen characteristics
Figure 12 - Tilted corner screen (fixed beam)
Figure 13 - Wall screen mounted on extension brackets
Figure 14 - Layout of projection/control rooms
Annex A - Projected images
Annex B - Arrangements for rear projection
Annex C - Bibliography

Basic design criteria for learning spaces in a wide range of situations where audiovisual equipment will be used. Covers installation and location of video, audio, projection, display and demonstration equipment, together with ancillary items within these spaces in this document recommends good practice. Recommends the needs of the instructor and the student, including health and safety. Note: Other reference sources that are not referred to in this text are listed in Annex A. These sources are included for general information and interest.