Higher Education Hybrid Classroom Gets Transformative Upgrade with ViewSonic® dvLED Displays and More
- Oct 13, 2026
CASE STUDY
Higher Education Hybrid Classroom Gets Transformative Upgrade with ViewSonic® dvLED Displays and More
CUSTOMER
Founded in 1887, NC State University is a public land grant university in Raleigh, NC. The largest university in the Carolinas, NC State has a total enrollment of over 36,000 students and is known for its leading programs in science, technology, engineering and math. Also a leader in agriculture, education, textiles, business and natural resources, NC State is at the forefront of teaching and research in design, the humanities and the social sciences.


CHALLENGE
- Replace a dual-projector hybrid classroom with a video wall that serves in-person and remote students equally, and that IT can monitor and maintain without disruption.
A recognized leader in STEM higher education, NC State is likewise dedicated to being at the forefront of classroom technology. To facilitate efficient use of technology resources, the university offers instructors a variety of classroom configurations to meet their edtech needs. At the pinnacle of these options are the university’s DELTA (Digital Education & Learning Technology Applications) classrooms. Equipped to simultaneously deliver seamless instruction to inperson and remote students, these rooms are live-monitored by DELTA staff to prevent tech-related disruption.
One such classroom in NC State’s Park Shops building was due for a major technology update. The existing setup relied on two ceiling-mounted projectors, which cast content onto dual wall screens. It was time to upgrade to technology that would support the range of modern learning options and instructional modalities: a state-of-the-art video wall that would deliver bright, consistently sharp visuals for every student. Importantly, the solution needed to seamlessly deliver content to in-person and distance learners, while creating an environment that connected those audiences and provided intuitive control for the instructor.
“It’s truly been an amazing transformation and we’re extremely happy with the ViewSonic displays.”
— Tim Hinds, A/V and Network Infrastructure Manager, NC State University DELTA
“A majority of DELTA-supported classes incorporate a Zoom call for students who aren’t able to make it to class or choose the distance learning option,” said Tim Hinds, A/V and Network Infrastructure Manager for Digital Media Support Services Engineering (DMSSE) and DELTA.
“Additionally, most classes also offer asynchronous learning, so in our classrooms everything we do is redundant because it’s critical that lectures are recorded and uploaded – all while providing a smooth live experience for distance and in-room learners.”
Several types of displays would be needed to support these goals: large, vibrant front-of-room displays for on-site learners; displays to bring Zoom participants into the room; confidence displays for the instructor at the back of the room; and a desktop smart display at the instructor podium. All of which would be maintained and monitored in real time by DELTA team members.
SOLUTION
- 136” All-in-One Direct View LED Video Walls (LDM136-151)
- 98” Commercial 4K Display (CDE9830)
- 65” Commercial Displays, rear-wall confidence monitors (CDE6530)
- 24” Touch Display at the instructor podium (myPodium™ ID2456-4K)
To accomplish these goals, Hinds worked with longtime reseller partner ClarkPowell, which recommended ViewSonic for the display component of the installation.
“I looked into the ViewSonic products they suggested and was happy with those recommendations,” said Hinds. “I particularly liked that the ViewSonic dvLED had the Glue-on-Board surface, which adds durability. The boards in the front of the classroom are low enough that they could easily be bumped by backpacks or elbows, so this durability was very appealing.” Additionally, Hinds mentioned that the specs overall added up to a great product, and that he appreciated that the ability to replace individual panels would streamline maintenance.


The final front-of-room solution included two 136-inch ViewSonic All-in-One Direct View LED (dvLED) Video Walls (Model LDM136-151), which would present class content, complemented by a ViewSonic 98-inch Commercial Grade 4K Display (Model CDE9830-2) to integrate Zoom participants. Two ViewSonic 65-inch Commercial Displays (Model CDE6530) would be mounted to the back wall for instructor visibility: one to mirror the instructional content; one to display Zoom participants. Finally, the instructor podium would be equipped with a ViewSonic 24-inch Touch Monitor (Model ID2456-4K) that would enable faculty to intuitively deliver content and connect with students using integrated ViewSonic software. To ensure seamless operation, the ClarkPowell team would integrate the ViewSonic displays into the DELTA classroom’s existing Crestron matrix switcher.
RESULTS
- Removed projector glare from the instructor sightline
- Unified in-person and Zoom instruction on one front-of-room system
- Reduced maintenance to individual panel swaps
- Improved recorded image quality for asynchronous learners
- Established a repeatable model for future classroom refreshes
The DELTA team was more than satisfied with the service and support from the ClarkPowell team, which was professional and detailed from start to finish. Today, NC State’s Park Shops DELTA classroom is a cutting-edge digital learning environment, with integrated technology that seamlessly blends in-person and remote experiences.
“It’s truly been an amazing transformation and we’re extremely happy with the ViewSonic displays,” said Hinds. “It’s such a big improvement over the projector system. The professors don’t have to worry about lights shining in their eyes and the in-person and Zoom learners are visually well-integrated.”
What’s more, added Hinds, the brightness of the dvLED displays has provided outstanding images for the class recordings – a critical component of serving the needs of distance learners.


“These video walls deliver bright, clear images, and they’re highly visible in all lighting conditions,” said Hinds. “When we record content for distance education, we can’t dim the lights, or the students wouldn’t be able to see the professor. With the ViewSonic dvLED walls that’s not a problem at all. Not only is it better for students, our team doesn’t have to worry about issues related to lighting and visibility.”
The NC State DELTA team has received positive feedback from a variety of stakeholders, along with visitors from other universities.
“We’ve received many comments about how great the new displays look,” said Hinds. “And we’ve also had IT people from other universities come look at them. Everyone who has seen the setup has loved it and given us positive feedback.”
In fact, Hinds reflected, a visiting IT specialist mentioned that one of their university’s classrooms had a dvLED board that lacked the glue-on LED surface treatment.
“They were unhappy with the product because it created issues and added maintenance, because students do bump into it,” said Hinds. “This was great reinforcement for my initial impression of the ViewSonic dvLED durability.”
Likewise, faculty and other instructors have been overwhelmingly pleased with the upgrade.
“The confidence monitors in the back of the room allow presenters to easily confirm that their content is looking as it should on the front screens and provides an interface with the students joining on Zoom,” said Hinds. “
These displays alert the instructor if there’s a problem with either feed and they offer great reassurance when they can see our team in the central control room quickly resolve issues.”


As noted on the university’s DELTA website, the ultimate goal of DELTA classrooms is to empower faculty to deliver modern, high-impact instruction to a range of students, using a variety of modalities, without the burden of technical barriers. In these spaces, the range of edtech allows faculty to focus on teaching, not troubleshooting. The Park Shops classroom upgrade has achieved just that, with bright and durable ViewSonic dvLED walls, Commercial Displays, and Touch Display shining as the foundational visual technology.
“We’re extremely happy with our ViewSonic display set up,” concluded Hinds. “I’m planning to use those same ViewSonic products in another room we are working on.”
Institutional requirements, compatibility, and user experience may vary depending on system configuration and environment. Third-party corporate names, logos, and trademarks stated herein belong to their respective owners and do not imply endorsement or affiliation. 10/26 [26ALL-EDU1603a]
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