Cables and Connectors By Bennett Liles No matter how high-tech and reliable AV hardware gets at either end of the line, the cables connecting the boxes are frequently the weak link in the whole operation. If it goes bad, not only will it make everything else look or sound bad (or quit looking and sounding completely) but it is often difficult to track down cabling problems. Connectors are the usual trouble points but with all of the places cabling can be run, it can meet with trouble in some pretty inaccessible spots. Here, we have a look at hardware for signal conveyance including cables, connectors, and signal adapters. MORE>>
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Light Brigade's Fiber Optics for Pro A/V and Broadcast Training January 20-23, 2015, Burbank, CA Feb. 24-27, 2015, New York, NY Light Brigade's Fiber Optics for Pro A/V and Broadcast hands-on training course covers fiber optic transmission theory, system design parameters, installation guidelines, fiber optic connector and splice termination options, test equipment, testing, documentation, and troubleshooting tailored for Pro A/V and broadcast applications. The course includes extensive hands-on exposure to fiber optic cable preparation, terminations, testing and troubleshooting. This course is for installers, designers and those who maintain and troubleshoot fiber optic systems and spans in the Pro-AV and Broadcast industries. MORE>>