Talking to the AV guy can often make us feel inadequate. We may not be able to talk to teenagers anymore but goddamit we’ll try our hardest to make it seem like we know what we mean beyond “make the lights swirl and be red”. Here are a few terms you can drop into light conversation
Bandwidth: In the context of the Internet, bandwidth refers to the volume of information per unit of time that a connection can handle.
Line-array system: Multiple speakers hung in vertical rows. This audio technology provides accurate sound to all attendees throughout a large space such as a ballroom.
Mixer: Mixes all the sources of audio (including microphones, DVD, CD and video) into a signal that can be run through speakers.
Rear projection: When a projector sits behind the screen, so all the equipment is hidden from the audience. This works best when a speaker wants to walk in front of the presentation.
Sting: A short burst of music or fanfare that is often used when someone takes the stage or approaches the podium.
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