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How Proper AV Maintenance Can Save You a Fortune

Reducing costs is critical for any successful business. The best way to mitigate overspending is to spend money strategically. Professional AV equipment is expensive, and sudden breakdowns can put a massive hole in your budget. For a fraction of the price, you can ensure that your AV hardware runs properly, and you can prevent long-time losses. This article will explain why investing in regular AV maintenance is a wise idea. Why You Should Care About Regular AV Maintenance As with any hardware, AV equipment may (and will) eventually fail. And in some cases, such failures can lead to devastating results….

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AV Solutions for Healthcare Facilities: An Overview

The healthcare industry has always been at the forefront of technological advancements. After the COVID-19 pandemic, the demand for AV solutions in healthcare increased sharply. This article overviews audio-video solutions used in healthcare facilities today. Video Conferencing Video conferencing solutions have been on the rise since the COVID-19 pandemic started. And rightfully so: they literally became lifesavers. Doctors and other healthcare professionals could communicate with patients remotely, reducing the need for in-person consultations. There are, of course, other ways of using video conferencing in healthcare. Doctors can use it to discuss patient cases, share expertise, and collaborate on treatment plans….

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How to Select the Perfect Microphone

A microphone is one of the most common pieces of AV equipment. You need a microphone to participate in conference calls, give a presentation, use a PA system, or record a podcast… This article will help you understand how microphones work and which one will best suit your business needs. How Microphones Work Sound is a mechanical wave that puts pressure on an obstacle it hits. This interaction is what helps humans perceive sound, and the same principle applies to microphones. A microphone is a transducer that converts sound waves into electric signals and sends them to an amplifier. Different…

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Building the Perfect PA System

PA (public address) systems are a vital part of an AV setup for any organization directly communicating with an audience. PA systems are used in educational and medical facilities, stadiums, performance venues, houses of worship, and much, much more. This article will explain what makes a PA system perfect and how to build it. Types of PA Systems There are several types of PA systems, and there is no universal answer as to which type will best suit you. It all depends on your goals and needs. So, here’s a quick overview of all options: Portable Vs. Built-In PA Systems…

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Wireless Collaboration Solutions: Taking Your Business Meetings to the Next Level

With more and more businesses switching to new work models, such as remote and hybrid work, collaboration efficiency becomes one of the main concerns for business owners. It comes down to two questions… How can you ensure the same level of involvement and effectiveness when one part of your team works from the office and another from home? How can you make communication between different locations in multi-campus organizations more efficient? This article gives the answer. How BYOM Redefines Business Communications Remember when BYOD (Bring Your Own Device) was a red-hot trend? This concept meant employees could use their personal…

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Cost Vs. Quality in Audio Video Technology

When it comes to audio and video equipment, businesses often face the temptation to look for the cheapest option available. However, investing in quality audio equipment has several benefits that can make it well worth the extra investment. Each month, one of our team gives a presentation on a topic related to AVG and how we can best serve our clients. This article is based on a recent presentation by Austin Woodall, AVG Sales Engineer. This version of his talk will explain how to find the balance between price and quality and why trying to save every penny is not…

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Is Wireless Audio Right for Your Organization?

When you plan a new audio setup, you must make some choices – and the first one is usually which type of connection to use. Both wired and wireless connections are widely used, so which one will be better for your business? Let’s find out. Wireless Audio Pros Of course, wireless audio’s first and most obvious benefit is that it does not require wires. That is a benefit in that it means much less AV engineering and design is involved in creating a wireless setup. Cable management can become daunting – imagine how much easier it is to mount a…

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How Acoustic Treatment Improves Your Business Space

Having a high-end audio system at your disposal is great, but more is needed to ensure a perfect listening experience. Even if the quality of sound it produces is excellent, your audience may still hear it differently than intended. Enter acoustic treatment – the crucial ingredient in your audio setup. If you thought acoustic treatment solutions belonged only in recording studios, think twice! This article will explain why any business where audio is essential should use it. What Is Acoustic Treatment Acoustic treatment is a solution that minimizes unwanted effects like echoes that appear in any space where sound is…

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Is Digital Signage Right for Your Business?

Digital signage is an excellent solution for improving your brand’s communication with clients or employees. It’s beneficial in its flexibility: you can convey virtually any message in a couple of clicks. Let’s break it down. What is Digital Signage? A typical digital signage setup is a screen or screens connected to a network. They can display any message depending on the type of business. For example: Malls use digital signage screens to help customers navigate the premises. Restaurants use digital signage screens as digital menu boards. In retail stores, digital signage is the best way to promote sales and special…

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How to Choose the Right Projector Screen

Choosing the right projector for your business may be a tricky task and getting the right one matters. You know what else matters? The screen! Which screen should you pick? And is a projector screen even necessary? This article will help you to make the right decision. Why You Need a Projector Screen Is a projector screen absolutely necessary? Actually, it’s not. You can use a white wall or a whiteboard as a screen – if the surface is very smooth and the room is completely dark. However, it is hardly possible to fulfill these requirements in the office environment….

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