The Olympics were amazing! The display of good sportsmanship and love for all countries was felt at the events and throughout the city. People of all cultures got along. They were happy, supportive, and grateful to be there.
Of course, I could not help but notice the audiovisual systems that were utilized during the games and how sustainability was one of the driving forces behind the selected technology. With an increased labor shortage and an increase in network demand, manufacturers met Paris' sustainability requirements with energy efficient solutions. A few key takeaways are listed below:
- AVoIP - Panasonic used its Kairos IP/IT platform to deliver content to stadiums and Fan Zones across the city. A single Kairos Core produced content for up to three venues. This simplified workflow and streamlined operations. AVoIP was the core live production platform of the 2024 Olympics broadcast operations.
- Smaller Projectors - There were 130 laser projectors installed. This was the largest deployment of projectors ever seen at the Olympics. However, Panasonic used compact and lightweight projectors - some of the smallest and brightest projectors on the market and 40% smaller than its predecessor. This reduction in size led to reduced labor requirements minimizing transportation, storage and installation efforts, and reduced the carbon footprint of the games.
- Remote Management – By using remote management services, operators were able to manage large-scale, multi-projection systems from the cloud and address issues such as image misalignment due to vibrations from a remote location.
Implementing sustainable design not only met Paris' energy goals but improved the overall experience of the games for techs, athletes, and fans. I encourage AV designers, manufacturers, and integrators to see the win-win of sustainable design.
Overall, this was a once in a lifetime experience. Congratulations to Paris and the audiovisual companies involved with the Olympic Games. A job well done!
*Panasonic is mentioned in this article as an example only. AVCT is an independent consulting firm and was not paid to promote this company. We do not play favorites; we specify what is best for our clients on a per project basis.
