The AV Integration Industry

[@kenacstreams]

Good video. I've been doing commerical A/V installation, design, and Crestron programming for 10 years and just about every time people ask me what I do and I tell them "commerical A/V integration" they either nod as if to say "oh that's nice, I don't know what it means, but it's nice" or they say "oh so you do like computer stuff?" to which I've found it easier to just say "yeah, computer stuff" rather than try to explain it. I'm going to have to start linking them to this video instead.

[@kfl611]

Where I used to work (I have since retired - Praise the Lord), we had a company come in and install 4 large 'tv screens', they were composed of panels that snapped in place to make one large screen. The screens were maybe 10 or more feet diagonally. The installed speakers into the ceilings - 12 zones. They said they were always looking for technicians and would be willing to train people. They also said they could detect and replace 1 individual pixel. I thought that was rather amazing. They had a separate room designated to the controllers that ran everything. They had a few like 6 feet tall computer racks set up to run everything. To me it was rather impressive. And the manager, said that was not even the top of the line, that they could install, but the budget they were allocated would not allow a more expensive set up. We joked our future raises went to pay for it all.

[@BigNate84]

The system you are describing sounds like a control center with a video wall. Perhaps a SOC or NOC type of setup for viewing large amounts of detailed video data simultaneously. Very cool systems to design, install, oprate and service. "Command and Control" is its own niche within commercial AV.

[@frankschwarz408]

Great video man. I'm new to the field and this video is a must see for rookies like me.

[@livelovelaugh473]

I liked the way you presented the video. You spoke at a nice pace, clear, showed the information along with photos, and this was helpful.

[@BigNate84]

Yes, If you have the means to get your CTS you will be more appealing to hire than if you did not have it, in my opinion. Not because it's a magic certification but because it will show a willingness to learn and motivation to become educated about best practices. Good question. Typically companies will fund your CTS once you come on board. It might be a good thing to bring up in an interview as something you really want to do.

[@BigNate84]

Next time I get out of the office I'll have to bring my camera along to show you the fun stuff. My current job is nice because I don't travel at all, but I tend to miss playing with all the toys and getting out on a job site.

[@BigNate84]

Hey cool a fellow AV Integrator! Thanks for watching and recommending this video in the future. It is a difficult thing to explain I can totally relate. What part of the country/world do you work in?

[@davidbrown8199]

BigNate84 Nationwide, but I’m based in Dallas, TX! Great video friend!

[@BigNate84]

Thanks man! I'm starting to move into a new direction this year. I'm an AV guy so it only makes sense to focus on audio video technology.

[@AzharKhan-dh5eu]

please make more videos on AV

[@LESNCN]

Hi Nate - is a CTS (Certified Technology Specialist) certification a good place to start when becoming qualified for AV integration positions? Infocomm seems to have a lot of information and certification courses available for entry level, design and installation of AV systems. What training and experience do you suggest when becoming certified and qualified for AV integration / installation positions? thanks!

[@livelovelaugh473]

@Nate: Please make videos about how to go about setting up video conferencing, home theaters, surround sound and anything else related.

[@MorrisLiveProductions]

hey Nate do you still have crestron software, thanks for your time

[@BigNate84]

I dont use Crestron much in my current role. I have used it heavily over the last 16 years. I try and stay up-to-date with industry trends.

[@MorrisLiveProductions]

what are you currently using for broadcast production @@BigNate84

[@robbiewilliams2470]

Very good and funny videos bring a great sense of entertainment!

[@karangurtu]

Hi Nate.... I have been working in the AV industry since the last 3 years and now want to move on into DSP audio / video programming using C / C++, Python or Matlab. How should I go on about that ?

[@ghostheadnow9628]

Great Video Man, Newbie here just taking it all in man

[@logitechconsultants6575]

Happy to learn from you bro,am in IT both Telco and AV,learning here is massively informative

[@NullsetComputerCo]

Sweet!!! I've been waiting for videos like these from you Nate :)

[@TecnicoAudiovisual]

I am AV Technician and I have just designed in my Hotel a closed system with Extron, that I control by APP or Web the ignition, shutdown, change of channels of the televisions, lower televisions hidden in the ceiling, from the same APP. The problem that I find first is the prices, they are almost prohibitive, on the other hand, I would like to integrate Extron with Siemens, since I have Siemens controllers with Reles, that I need them to turn on or off and this complicates me because the programmers put me a lot of problems for able to program these commands in Bagnet. Has anyone been able to integrate other brands with Extron? Which brands are integrable to add, Reles, IR, Digital I / O ... and much more.

[@toddelroddrums]

Great video! I work in the hotel AV sector. What do you feel like is a good, budget friendly, way to video conference that is better quality than skype? Is something like a polycom real presence the only alternative? My client typically hate the pricing of such systems. Thanks in advance!

[@TecnicoAudiovisual]

i work in the Hotel AV Sector.. the problem is not that the quality, the problem is the integration with other services...

[@ironman1290]

Hello Big Nate. Great lil’ video, I enjoyed it a lot. Thank you. Could you describe to me what type of degree or certificate program would be excellent for someone who wants to get a top quality education in order to land a good job someday?

[@BZBTVchannel]

Great video Nate! Very informative.

[@BigNate84]

+BZBTV thanks! At the time this was released I couldn't find anything that explained the industry on KZbin. I figured I better throw something together.

[@Nickp1107]

do you think you could help a newbie read these AV plans I'm trying to learn could use some help

[@kerwinfernandes9583]

Great tips Nate, thanks and God Bless you! :)

[@sathishsevice7844]

Please upload AV technician work and using cable video please upload

[@BZBTVchannel]

BTW, where are you based out of?

[@BigNate84]

+BZBTV I am located near Boston, MA. If you found this interesting you might want to check out my monthly podcast for AV Professionals and Systems Integrators called AVShopTalk www.avshoptalk.com/

[@iamyoungjm]

hi nate im a design engineer in a telco company, i am switching my career av designer hope you can help me out with the basic ahaha i dont have broad knowledge in av

[@portak28]

i go a altinex multi tasker for pc guest pc and cammeras and also dvd/vcr since i work as a mover i seen it going to the trash but idk how would it work lol

[@sabuein]

Thank you.

[@oscarm.1883]

What does Audio Visualization mean?

[@BigNate84]

The abbreviation "AV" stands for "Audio & Video" sometimes called "Audiovisual". That which is refers to both audio and video technology. However it sounds like you may be referring to the act of visualizing audio which is something else entirely.

[@mattcarter6559]

Sorry I found that so funny. Audio Visualisation could be that act of taking a recreational drug and beginning to "see" audio, which has nothing to do with the AV industry. BTW love the efficiently organised cable-rack wall back there.

[@GuruBrew]

I would like to see a behind the scenes look at the systems that control a blue ray quality video chat. Lets see all the guts!

[@MsRosana26]

Thanks

[@githinsmohan2429]

Great Job .......! Man

[@BigNate84]

Thanks!

[@Silvermanshehadi]

Dude great video

[@mariavaughnvlogsvaughn6702]

Very informative keep blogging

[@davidbrown8199]

Good intro video!

[@michaelwalker4416]

Why do I feel like I'm being spoken to like a child, or someone that doesn't know shit... Haha, still thanks for sharing

[@maddyrajput6051]

Thankuhhsomch❤

[@marckdominiquejuarez9083]

hello? tnx for this video

[@Bombee-if5cz]

I am Indian

[@BigNate84]

Greetings

[@azbaroj]

Your terms are very important , but waste too much time on introduction . Introduction should be smart and concise .

[@davidbrown8199]

Md.Azizur Rahman I thought it was a perfect intro for the layman.