Bel Air Presbyterian
Architect: Harley Ellis Devereaux
Design: AMT Systems Inc.
Installation: AMT Systems Inc.
Engineering: AMT Systems Inc.
Project Description
In a continuing development of campus facilities, Bel Air Presbyterian Church in Los Angeles recently completed a project that included a new Fellowship Hall, renovation of classrooms and offices, upgrades to the existing Sanctuary as well as fiber optic connectivity for campus-wide distribution of signals from the Sanctuary for overflow or other remote needs.
AMT designed the Fellowship Hall systems to provide user-friendly touch screen control of audio, video and screen operations and room combining functions without the need for a dedicated operator. AMT engineered and installed a concert sound system anchored by a Yamaha PM5D sound console with multiple digital mixing points for various stage locations in the room.
Campus classrooms, conference rooms and a fireside room were equipped with video projections systems linked to pre-recorded media playback and easy to operate computer interfaces.
In the Sanctuary AMT designed, furnished and installed a new large format Yamaha PM1D digital mix console, upgraded signal cabling, a remotely controlled multi-camera system and revised the existing line array speaker system to provide improved coverage and overall audio impact and quality.
AMT successfully collaborated with the architect and church leadership to insure installation techniques would not detract from the visual beauty of the spaces. Systems and equipment were integrated into wall designs, soffits or powered lifts for concealing or to allow ease of removal when not in use.
Kevin Watkins reports that the systems have met or exceeded church leadership’s goals for features, ease of use, and quality of presentation. Our continuing relationship with Kevin is summarized in his recent statement,” My association with AMT Systems has been long and productive. I like to say ‘They make me look good’.”
AMT Systems points with great pride to the successful installation of this complex system, and to the satisfaction of this highly visible client serving the greater Los Angeles area from its hilltop on Mulholland Drive overlooking the San Fernando Valley.