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Essentials of AV Technology:

Course Introduction

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About InfoComm International

InfoComm International:

Leading non-profit association serving the professional AV communications industry worldwide

Member-driven

Everything audiovisual

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InfoComm University Products

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InfoComm Certifications

InfoComm Certifications:

CTS

CTS-D

CTS-I

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InfoComm StandardsInfoComm is an American National Standards Institute (ANSI) accredited standards developer, developing standards for the AV industry. Current approved standards include: Audio Coverage Uniformity in Enclosed Listener Areas

Standard Guide for Audiovisual Systems Design and Coordination Processes

Projected Image System Contrast Ratio

Audiovisual Systems Energy Management

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Onsite Logistics Attendance

Hours (If you are sick, late call)

Restrooms

Security

Smoking

Parking

Communication devices

Laptops and Wi-Fi access

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Attendance You are expected to be here on time, every day, all

day.

If you cannot attend, please contact us.

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Positive Learning Environment

Positive Learning Environment:

InfoComm strives to foster a learning environment that is free from intimidation, hostility, harassment or other actions which might interfere with student learning.

It is inappropriate to make negative comments about companies or competitors products.

Notify InfoComm staff of any offensive behavior or remarks.

Any student who misses two hours or more of class time will not complete the course.

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Antitrust Reminders and Meeting Guidelines

Do not discuss:

Prices

Production

Marketing procedures

If you are ever unsure, consult legal counsel.

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Introductions

Take a moment to introduce yourself to the other students at your table.•What is your name? •What is your job/role in the AV industry? •How long have you been working in AV?

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Place in the AV Industry• Wants and Needs—Relates to

the sales process • Design—Documents and

explains the details of the project

• Install—Relates to the assembly, testing and commissioning of the system

• Support—Involves the maintenance of hardware, software, and ongoing customer support

• Customer— Or the “client,” around whom these activities are centered is an owner or user of the equipment or service

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GoalsTo Explain the principles of the science and technology of: Basic Networking

Audio

Visual

Audiovisual systems integration

Used on a daily basis in the audiovisual industry.

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ObjectivesStudents will establish essential in-depth explanations of the science and technology of Basic networking

Audio

Visual

Audiovisual Systems integration

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Course MaterialsWhat are your course resources?

Course Materials

Exercises

Glossary and Formula Appendices

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AcknowledgementsInfocomm International is grateful to the many industry experts who contributed their time to provide content and examples and to review materials. Companies and professional designations reflect those at the individuals time of involvement. Thank you to the Professional Education & Training Committee (PETC) and InfoComm Academy Faculty members.