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How Does It  Work?

Using the latest equipment and technology, video conferencing links voices and video, so people sitting in conference rooms miles apart can be brought face-to-face. The need for time-consuming and costly travel is reduced or eliminated.

Businesses and organizations of all sizes will find they save time and money through video conferencing.  Communicate with associates and 

customers in a more timely manner. Reduce operating expenses while increasing the frequency of face-to-face communication. Share data, graphics and other technical material from miles away. Eliminate the traditional “speaker phone” meetings.

What are the Rates?

Chamber Member's Discount Rate:  $150 per hour.   (1 hr. min.)
Prospective Member's Rate: $200 per hour.   (1 hr. min.)
All long-distance rates (including International calls) are billed to the user.  These charges range from $1.00 per minute to $3.00 per minute and higher.

How Many People Can Participate?

The Springfield Area Chamber of Commerce video conferencing facility can accommodate from one person up to 60+ people.  A conference of more than 15 or 20 people is required to be more than 3 hours in length.  Scheduling a video conference is based on room availability.  Reserve a date as soon as possible!

How To Get Started?

Our trained staff is ready to walk you through the entire process and provide technical assistance.  If needed a multi-site conference can be arranged through a "bridge" company.  Contact the Chamber to get started!   (click here for contact info.)

Technical Data

Video Dialup Number -   417-875-6903
Conferencing System -   V-TEL, Enterprise Series, Leadership Conferencing System
Connection Speed -   384
Network Protocol -   Switched 56
Video Multiplexer -   Ascend Multiband Plus
Equipment Capabilities -   Document Camera (Elmo EV-368), Win95 Interface, VCR