Nearly every courtroom in the Northern District of Illinois is equipped with integrated evidence presentation features and include the following technologies:
Document Camera
Displays documents, X-rays, DNA autorads, photos, transparencies, and 3-D objects. It can also display positive or negative modes. Includes one auxiliary A/V input that supports external input devices such as a DVD player or an audio deck. Special features include auto-focus and high-powered zoom.
Annotation Monitors
Provides on-screen, multicolor annotation capabilities to highlight images from any input source including the document camera, or computer. A variety of pointer arrows, colors, and lines are available that can direct attention to critical details on the screen. Supports two tablets: one for counsel at the lectern and one for the witness on the witness stand.
Real-Time Transcription
Available to the judge and counsel via a wired connection. However, proprietary software is required on individual computers in order to receive real-time transcription. Counsel should contact the official Court Reporter for the software version and any special system requirements needed for installation.
LCD Touch-Panel Control System
Switches between input and output selections. The judge retains control of all video and audio displays prior to publication to the jury. A jury blackout switch sends static noise to the jury box to block out sidebar conversations between the judge and counsel.
Video Conferencing
With advance notice, video conferencing is available in all courtrooms.
Computer Inputs
Located at the lectern and one at each counsel table. We will provide VGA and HDMI cables to connect counsel's computers to the evidence display system.
Video Displays and External Devices
Each courtroom is equipped with 23-inch flat panel monitors located at the judge’s bench, podium, counsel tables, witness stand and jury box. The gallery views evidence from two 55-inch flat panel displays.