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TERMS & PHRASES

Welcome to the AV Tech Knowledge base section! This resource is meticulously curated to support event production professionals, event service professionals and the occasional tech enthusiasts, offering a comprehensive collection of industry terms and technical definitions.

 

Whether you're an audiovisual technician, event manager, or production coordinator, you'll find precise explanations and insights that demystify complex concepts and enhance your understanding of the ever-evolving event production landscape.

 

Dive in to expand your knowledge and ensure your next project is executed with expertise and confidence.

Codec

n/a

Software or hardware device used to encode or decode audio and video data.

Audio

Acoustic Echo Cancellation

n/a

Technology used to eliminate echo in audio communication systems.

Audio

Balanced Audio

n/a

Audio connection method that uses two conductors and a ground to reduce noise interference.
A type of audio signal which uses two inverted voltages as a way to prevent unwanted noise being picked up by cables.

Audio

Input List

n/a

Document listing all audio, video, or lighting sources and their corresponding inputs for an event.

Document, Audio

XR/MR

n/a

Digital mixing consoles from the Midas family, offering premium sound quality and comprehensive mixing options for professional audio applications.

Gear, Audio, Audio Console

Ambient Audio

n/a

Background or environmental sound that contributes to the overall acoustic atmosphere.
The background noise present in a scene or recording location.

Audio

Avid

n/a

Series of video and audio production solutions for AV setups and live events.

Gear, Audio

Equalization

n/a

Process of adjusting the balance of different frequency bands in an audio signal.
The process of adjusting various audio frequencies to correct or enhance the sound.

Audio

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