Steelcase Verb Active Media Table Quick setup guide

Verb Active
Media Table
Understanding +Integration Guide

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04 Introducing Verb Active Media Table
06 Components
08 Table Arrangement Thought-Starters
12 Integrating Technology
14 How to Control Display Lift
16 How to Connect and Share Content:
Standalone Table
18 How to Connect and Share Content:
Tables with Dynamic Content Control
22 FAQs + Contact Support
23 Lift Troubleshooting Guide
What’s Inside
The Verb Active Media Table is highly configurable and
adaptable based on the unique needs and preferences
of a learning environment. The following pages illustrate
different configuration solutions and provide necessary
technical information for successful integration.
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IM#: 17-0089426

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Support Active Learning at Scale
Verb Active Media Table complements the existing
Verb collection, and is specifically designed to stimulate
communication and collaboration while supporting different
modes in large active classrooms or corporate settings—
from lecture to co-creation to sharing and more. Monitors
can be easily raised or lowered for seamless transitions
as individuals move between discussion, presentation
and group modes.
Collaboration in Versatile Spaces
The Verb Active Media Table serves the diverse
collaboration needs of individuals in ancillary spaces
as well. Quick meet-ups in in-between spaces, project
check-ins in libraries and group reviews in enclaves
are simple and more productive with Verb’s seamless
media support.
Introducing Verb
Active Media Table
IM#: 18-0106664
TABLE FEATURES
Every Verb Active Media Table is equipped with:
• Display lift with the option for relay
or local control
• Universal flat display mount
• Capacity to host monitors between
32 and 42 inches
• Customizable power and data access port
to connect devices
• Space to mount additional equipment within
the media case or underneath the worksurface
• Built-in cable management
• Heavy-duty wheels for ease of movement
• Analog whiteboard storage
Tailored Technology Solutions
Technology is constantly evolving, and it’s important
that furniture can support the changes. By being tech-
agnostic, Verb Active Media Table supports institutions’
and corporations’ specific technology strategies. The
media well—located directly below the monitor lift—
accommodates a range of solutions, so customers
can integrate their preferred technology and audiovisual
components, allowing media tables to be as sophisticated
or as simple as desired.

Components
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TOP (REAR) MEDIA CASE (REAR)
POWER AND DATA ACCESS PORTBOTTOM (FRONT)
DISPLAY LIFT
CONTROL
POWER
120V/1320W
TAMPER-RESISTANT RECEPTACLES
2 USB CHARGING PORTS
5V 1A MAX
A/V CONNECTIONS
OPTION: 3 KNOCKOUTS VOICE/DATA
ADAPTER KIT OR AAP MOUNTING PLATE
POWER AND DATA
ACCESS PORT
DISPLAY LIFT
CONTROL
MEDIA CASE
FALSE DISPLAY
LIFT TOPPER
PASSIVE VENTILATION
(EXHAUST)
CABLE PATH
(TO USER TROUGH)
2" x 2"
CABLE PATH
(TO FLOOR)
2.5" DIAMETER
PASSIVE VENTILATION
INTAKE
CABLE PATH
(WIRE MANAGER)
23"
CABLE
PATH
(FROM INSER
T OF EXTRON AAP)
1" X 1.5"
POWER CORD
8-FOOT LENGTH
POWER BOX
120V/1320W
RECEPTACLES
DISPLAY WIRE
MANAGER
34" DEPTH – 30"
43" DEPTH – 37"
AVAILABLE SPACE FOR TECHNOLOGY
WITHIN THE MEDIA CASE
34" CASE: A: 2 3/4", B: 15 3/4", C: 8"
43" CASE: A: 3 3/4", B: 13 3/4", C: 12"
WIRE MANAGER
VERTICAL
15" LONG
HORIZONTAL
34" DEPTH – 30"
43" DEPTH – 39"
A
B
C

Verb Active Media Table can be configured to meet the specific needs of
different types of spaces. Below you’ll find suggested table arrangements
for unique purposes in various environments.
Table Arrangement
Thought-Starters
Standalone Table
Collaboration doesn’t always happen in large group settings. Sometimes a small group meets
within the context of a larger one, but it can also happen in hallways, libraries and in-between
spaces. A standalone configuration can be as tech-savvy or simple as desired, and gives
users the option to use the table with or without media.
For details on how to integrate this solution, see page 16.
Multiple Tables with Synchronized Lift Control
In some instances, it’s ideal for the presenter to have control over the monitor lifts and the
content shared, particularly during lectures. This option gives the presenter choice and control
over the raising and lowering of lifts, offering clear sightlines to what’s being presented.
For details on how to integrate this solution, see page 18.
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THREE MODES OF LEARNING
Group Share
In group share mode, the instructor controls all of the
displays to quickly and seamlessly share group content
or other material with the entire class at any time.
Co-Create
Students share and co-create digitally in this mode.
The instructor’s content can be displayed on a large
monitor for the entire class while each group’s content
is shown at its individual table.
Lecture
In lecture mode, the instructor controls all displays
and can present content to students from anywhere
in the classroom.
Multiple Tables with Synchronized Lift
and Dynamic Content Control
For any mode—group share, co-creation or lecture—this configuration dramatically enhances
the learning and collaboration process by improving connections between users, presenters
and content. Individuals can be immersed in content with plenty of worksurface for tools,
technology, materials and information.
For details on how to integrate this solution, see page 20.
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Table Arrangement
Thought-Starters

Integrating Technology
Getting Started
To successfully complete the professional installation,
commissioning and testing of the audio/video systems
associated with Verb Active Media Table, we recommend
that you contract a commercial audiovisual engineer to
ensure codes, compliance, safety and warranties are in
order. Additionally, you may want to consider bringing in a
network administrator to assist with more complex systems.
The following sections will describe the components of the
Verb Active Media Table along with high-level suggestions
on how to connect and configure both simple and complex
Verb Active Media Table systems.
Specify Displays
Any wall-mountable flat panel display that supports the display
requirements below can be used with the Verb Active Media
Table. However, we recommend you choose commercial
displays that offer a three-year warranty and 16 x 7
operation and button/input lock features.
Specify User Connections
There are two options to install wired user connections.
The Byrne Ellora®in-surface power and data access port
comes with either a voice/data adapter kit or an Extron
AAP plate as an option.
Wireless Connectivity
Wireless content sharing devices may also be installed within
the media case to allow users to wirelessly share content.
VOICE/DATA ADAPTER KIT (INCLUDED)
The adapter kit allows mounting A/V and data connections
using the accessory cables and adapters found at
www.byrne.com/data. Up to three adapters can be
mounted within the power and data access port.
EXTRON AAP MOUNTING PLATE (OPTIONAL)
• The mounting plate supports the Extron AAP modules
within the Byrne Ellora®in-surface Power and data
access port.
• Up to two Extron AAP modules can be installed within
the power and data access port.
• This optional adapter plate must be ordered with
the Verb Active Media Table and is not sold separately;
however, Extron AAP modules can be purchased by
authorized Extron resellers.
• More information about Extron AAP modules can
be found at www.extron.com.
34" table max. monitor size
Width: 29.32"(744.7 mm)
Height: 21.20"(538.5 mm)
Depth: 3.50"(88.9 mm)
43" table max. monitor size
Width: 38.32"(973.3 mm)
Height: 22.70"(576.5 mm)
Depth: 3.65"(92.7 mm)
Maximum weight capacity 130 lb
Universal mounting patterns
accommodates standard
VESA mounts:
75 mm x 75 mm
100 mm x 100 mm
200 mm x 100 mm
200 mm x 200 mm
OPEN ARCHITECTURE
Tables accommodate a range of technology
that can be securely mounted to the media
case and powered by power receptacles
within the case. Customers are responsible
for bringing and integrating technology
and audiovisual components with the
table and monitor lift.
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AVAILABLE SPACE FOR TECHNOLOGY
WITHIN THE MEDIA CASE
34" CASE: A: 2 3/4", B: 15 3/4", C: 8"
43" CASE: A: 3 3/4", B: 13 3/4", C: 12"
A
B
C

Controlling Display Lift
The display lift can be controlled by any dry contact-
closure (e.g., relay, momentary push-button).
CONNECTING TO THE DISPLAY LIFT CONTROL BOX
Connect the RJ45 to port A1 or A2 on the display lift
control box. The other end of the cable will terminate
to two contact closures on your control system or
push-buttons.
CONTROLLING EXTENSION & RETRACTION
Extend Lift: Short Pin 5 (Extend Lift) to Pin 4 (Ground)
Retract Lift: Short Pin 8 (Retract Lift) to Pin 4 (Ground)
A momentary pulse of at least 750ms is required
for reliable operation.
CABLING AND PINOUT OPTIONS
Contact closure cable is not provided with the display
lift, but a custom-lengthcable can be terminated inthe
field in accordance with the following pinout:
Synchronizing Multiple Display Lifts
If the goal is to make all the Verb Active Media Table display lifts
go up and down at the same time, we recommend using a control
system with two relays for each Verb Active Media Table—one for
up and one for down.
How to Control Display Lift
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LIMITING THE HEIGHT OF THE LIFT EXTENSION
1. Unplug the height limit insert from the lift control box.
2. Pulse the extend lift contact closure to extend the lift.
3. While the lift system is rising, pulse the retract lift
contact closure to stop it at the desired height.
4. Plug the height limit insert back into any available
RJ45 port on the lift control box to save the setting
and return to normal operation.
Height limit insert
Lift control box
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USER INTERFACE (UI) CORPORATE WIFI
UP/DOWN
UP/DOWN
UP/DOWN
UP/DOWN
CONTROL SYSTEM
WITH 8 RELAYS
(2 for each VAMT)
RJ45 (Male Pinout)
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8
Pin 4 Comon ground
Pin 5 Extend lift
Pin 8 Retract lift

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How to Connect and Share Content
Standalone Table
Single HDMI Connection
A user who wants to view only a single laptop needs only a simple
HDMI connection directly to the display. In this configuration, you
can use the empty Voice/Data Adapter slots for network or additional
USB charging.
2 – 4 HDMI Connections
In this configuration, many users can connect, and only one user
will be displayed at a time.
Note: The voice/data adapter kit allows up to three inputs.
The Extron AAP Plate allows up to two Extron AAP modules
(ex. four HDMI connections).
Wireless Connections
With a wireless connection, many users can connect,
and one or more users are able to wirelessly display at
a time depending on the wireless collaboration platform.
Wireless content-sharing devices may also be installed within
the media case to allow users to wirelessly share content.
DISPLAY
DISPLAY
HDMI SWITCHER
HDMI
HDMI
HDMI
HDMI
DISPLAY
CORPORATE WIFI WIRELESS
CONTENT DEVICE

MATRIX SWITCHER
CONTROL SYSTEM
WITH 8 RELAYS
(2 for each VAMT)
DISPLAY AT TABLE 2
DISPLAY AT TABLE 1
DISPLAY AT TABLE 4
DISPLAY AT TABLE 3
CORPORATE WIFI
STUDENT AT TABLE 4
STUDENT AT TABLE 3
STUDENT AT TABLE 2
STUDENT AT TABLE 1
INSTRUCTOR
3-WIRE RELAY CONTROL
TO EACH TABLE
ROOM DISPLAY
Volume
OFF
Co-createLecture Group Share
The instructor’s
laptop is being sent
to the room display.
Each Verb Active
Media Table
is in standalone
mode.
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How to Connect and Share Content
Tables with Dynamic Content Control
Lecture
This mode and configuration is ideal for presenting and assigning group work.
• The presenter’s source is routed to all displays.
Co-Create
In a co-create mode, groups work together at their individual tables.
• The instructor’s computer is routed to the large screen room display,
which could be a projector or very large 4K commercial TV.
• A student feed from each table is routed back to its own display.
HOW INDIVIDUALS CAN CONNECT
TO A DISPLAY
HOW ONE PRESENTER CAN CONNECT
TO MULTIPLE DISPLAYS
MATRIX SWITCHER
CONTROL SYSTEM
WITH 8 RELAYS
(2 for each VAMT)
DISPLAY AT TABLE 2
DISPLAY AT TABLE 1
DISPLAY AT TABLE 4
DISPLAY AT TABLE 3
CORPORATE WIFI
STUDENT AT TABLE 4
STUDENT AT TABLE 3
STUDENT AT TABLE 2
STUDENT AT TABLE 1
INSTRUCTOR
3-WIRE RELAY CONTROL
TO EACH TABLE
ROOM DISPLAY
Volume
OFF
Co-createLecture Group Share
The instructor’s
laptop is being
sent to all
displays.