On Wednesday, December 6, 2006, pbCAM received a new order of cameras, tripods and DVD playback decks to increase equipment loan inventory, expand playback capabilities and improve the quality or service for Public Access Users and local viewers.
Among the equipment received was: a new camcorder for use by local Public Access Users, two robotic cameras for government access use to replace the old and malfunctioning Panasonic cameras, three tripods with quick release heads, two new DVD playback decks (one for pbGOV and one for pbACT) and a variety of assorted new video cables for use with the new cameras.
The new digital camcorder will be available immediately to anyone trained in its proper use. Training will be made available immediately, also.
The new DVD decks were purchased in anticipation of increased use of both digital camcorders (old and new) and production of local programming using digital editing. It is also partially in response to an increase in DVD submissions from local Public Access Users.