AV SuperFriends

Recorded December 13, 2025 Welcome to the future! Join us as we review last year's predictions, with some hits and plenty of misses, and make bold new forecasts for the year ahead. From more Microsoft integration woes to the potential of all-in-one LED displays, there's plenty to discuss and debate. AI-suggested Alternate show titles: Predictions, Pontifications, and Preposterous Proclamations The Future is Now, and It's Confusing Consultants, Cabling, and Crystal Balls AI: Under Every Couch Cushion The Year of the Kit More Microsoft, More Problems Infamous or Illustrious? The Digital Accessibility Act is Coming No More Network Islands USB-C: The Real Deal A Quarter Dozen Displays New Boss, New Challenges Much better alternate show titles by humans: Man-dates Some trash that AI has done I would argue it's not there there Compute of the year Handy, but gross Everybody in IT agrees that's great Here comes the consultant We want to see it talk See everything within without Quarter dozen We stream live every Friday at about 300p Eastern/1200p Pacific and you can listen to everything we record over at AVSuperFriends.com ▀▄▀▄▀ CONTACT LINKS ▀▄▀▄▀ ► Website: https://www.avsuperfriends.com ► Twitter: https://twitter.com/avsuperfriends ► LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/avsuperfriends ► YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@avsuperfriends ► Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/avsuperfriends.bsky.social ► Email: [email protected] ► RSS: https://avsuperfriends.libsyn.com/rss Donate to AVSF: https://www.avsuperfriends.com/support

Recorded December 6, 2024 Celebrate with us as we hit a milestone - Episode 100 of Off the Rails! This episode is packed with nostalgia, laughter, and a touch of chaos as we reminisce about our journey. Join Chris, Jamie, Marc, Larry, Justin, and special guest Rachel as they dive into their favorite moments and discuss when AV was truly the most AV. We also explore the world of 4D movie experiences with Justin's hilarious recount of a wild ride at a Nashville theater. If you've ever wondered about the mysteries of AV, this episode is a must-listen. Plus, don't miss our special announcements about the upcoming AV Christmas Carol live read! Join us live every Friday and connect with us on social media for more AV insights and laughs. And remember, your support keeps the AV SuperFriends rolling, so spread the word and enjoy the show! Alternate show titles: Public spaces in which I'm willing to be wet Looks like a very dry movie Me and her ate our gummies I start observing things I made notes of things I observed Tubes hanging out of 'em You'll know when I start to get concerned I don't mind being a little moist There's no seatbelt Was that a calibration I'm worried about staying in the mf-ing chair She can't eat her popcorn When the horse happened My back hurt for a week I don't know if she's walking straight I'm pretty sure you'd puke 4D MTR It takes subtle indicators to fool your mind The weirdos who bought $5,000 Apple headsets I'm ready to scar my children permanently tonight! There's pain and there's pain Those AV carts are cute and all… Too good for a tube TV That experience was "meh" That was a terrible time in my life There's no mystery to that I wear pants and I don't touch my (volume) knob I will never live it down We stream live on the first and third Friday every month and you can listen to everything we record over at AVSuperFriends.com ▀▄▀▄▀ CONTACT LINKS ▀▄▀▄▀ ► Website: https://www.avsuperfriends.com ► Twitter: https://twitter.com/avsuperfriends ► LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/avsuperfriends ► YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@avsuperfriends ► Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/avsuperfriends.bsky.social ► Email: [email protected] ► RSS: https://avsuperfriends.libsyn.com/rss Donate to AVSF: https://www.avsuperfriends.com/support

Recorded November 22, 2024 In this special holiday episode, we explore why we've all landed on AV Santa's naughty list this year. Jamie recounts a PTP clock fiasco, Marc reviews his overly ambitious Teams Rooms rollout, Larry finds himself recommending 21:9 displays, Justin grapples with direct view LED walls and network islands, and Chris rounds it off with tales of outdated equipment and missed opportunities in building renovations. Be sure to join us for our live Christmas special on Friday, December 20th, at 3:30 PM Eastern/12:30 PM Pacific. Stay tuned on social media for more details! Alternate show titles: AVoIP belongs on the enterprise PTP clocks are sneaky little bastards It's like teenagers in the 80s We just drove through fences Have y'all ever asked the question… That's what architects think When you do them, it's a bit of a cluster Every adapter under the sun They're really difficult to manage We all pooh-pooh it And then this morning happened… Sea level suites I haven't gone wackadoo yet Microscopes with microphones The Robin Hood of AV We stream live on the first and third Friday every month and you can listen to everything we record over at AVSuperFriends.com ▀▄▀▄▀ CONTACT LINKS ▀▄▀▄▀ ► Website: https://www.avsuperfriends.com ► Twitter: https://twitter.com/avsuperfriends ► LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/avsuperfriends ► YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@avsuperfriends ► Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/avsuperfriends.bsky.social ► Email: [email protected] ► RSS: https://avsuperfriends.libsyn.com/rss Donate to AVSF: https://www.avsuperfriends.com/support Rate and review us on your favorite platform to help spread the word!

Recorded November 15, 2024 (Still AI slop that needs editing for coherence - cjd) Can you feel the tension of an impending finale? As we approach the century mark, we review the perils of product development to the disconnect between manufacturers and end users. Shaun shares his insider perspective on how manufacturers prioritize product ideas, the role of software in AV, and the importance of customer feedback in shaping the future of technology. We also explore the pitfalls of one-size-fits-all design guides, the frustrations of dealing with outdated solutions, and the ever-present struggle of procurement versus integration. AV NEWS: https://www.edsurge.com/news/2024-11-13-revolutionizing-how-educators-find-tech-solutions Connect with Shaun Robinson: https://www.linkedin.com/in/shaunrobinson7/ https://www.xilica.com [email protected] AI-suggested alternate show titles: AV SuperFriends: The Penultimate Adventure Legacy Infrastructure and Other Myths Widget Fest: Where Adaptors Take the Stage Manufacturers vs. Reality: The Ultimate Showdown Procurement: The Real Battlefield Goggles Are the Future Much better alternate show titles from humans: Unindated Where do you want it hung? We can't control it Idiots and monkeys with wrenches Look at me; I bought a TV Who they gonna call? We're edumacating people here Our service of choice Panja Cleanup Crew Let's assume that they have product managers Let's go make one of those but a little bit better Basket of widgets Spending millions of dollars making garbage It took too long and it's not a problem any more Before anyone knew how to spell QR code It didn't work… great Let's cook a new cake Ex-"tron" Rep Who the *F* are you talking to? Knowing thy client Things happen when I press buttons One brochure away from success Get in my white panel van We stream live every Friday, and you can listen to everything we record over at AVSuperFriends.com ▀▄▀▄▀ CONTACT LINKS ▀▄▀▄▀ ► Website: https://www.avsuperfriends.com ► Twitter: https://twitter.com/avsuperfriends ► LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/avsuperfriends ► YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@avsuperfriends ► Email: [email protected] ► RSS: https://avsuperfriends.libsyn.com/rss Donate to AVSF: https://www.avsuperfriends.com/support

Recorded November 8, 2024 (Is it just me or are these AI-generated summaries getting worse?) Join us to discuss the pros and cons of AV over IP encoders and the sunk cost fallacy of repurposing outdated AV equipment. We debate the practicality of multi-input encoders, the allure of HDBaseT cameras, and the inevitable obsolescence of technology. Are these AV solutions worth the investment, or is it time to move on? The conversation meanders into the realm of aspect ratios, the future of ultra-wide displays, and the unexpected role of goggles in the AV landscape. Plus, we explore the potential of Gain Sharing POE and the pitfalls of overbuilt systems. News article discussed (sorta): https://9to5mac.com/2024/11/04/tvos-18-2-aspect-ratio-apple-tv/ AI-generated alternate show titles: AV Over IP: The Switcher Saga Introduction and Panelist Introductions Aspect Ratios and Ultra-Wide Displays AV Over IP Encoders: Pros and Cons Sunk Cost Fallacy: Repurposing Old Equipment Gain Sharing POE: Innovation or Gimmick? Conclusion and Final Thoughts AVSF-generated alternate show titles: Don't worry; it'll stretch I'm guilty of bringing this up MSRP is our motto We're like cereal boxes Possibly, maybe I want to see all the associated things Kit of box parts It just goes in Room for growth I don't get paychecks that way $100 doc cams that we put everywhere We stream live (almost) every Friday at about 315p Eastern / 1215p Pacific, and listen to all episodes at AVSuperFriends.com ▀▄▀▄▀ CONTACT LINKS ▀▄▀▄▀ ► Website: https://www.avsuperfriends.com ► Twitter: https://twitter.com/avsuperfriends ► LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/avsuperfriends ► YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@avsuperfriends ► Email: [email protected] ► RSS: https://avsuperfriends.libsyn.com/rss Donate to AVSF: https://www.avsuperfriends.com/support

Recorded October 30, 2024 (I'm still letting AI write this, but I have to edit it more and more recently - cjd) It's time for a Thanksgiving special with the AV SuperFriends! We're discussing our favorite AV "side dishes"—those unsung heroes in AV systems that make everything work smoothly. As they gather for a virtual Thanksgiving dinner, the AV SuperFriends explore the role of HDMI extenders, button panels with built-in processors, and ever-useful IP-controlled power distribution. They also dive into the intricacies of network video decoders and the importance of networking with other institutions to share knowledge and ideas. Plus, they tackle the age-old debate of stuffing versus dressing and the best way to enjoy a Frosty with fries. But it wouldn't be an AV SuperFriends episode without a bit of mayhem. With overproof rum, cigars, and a homemade crème brûlée flambe on the menu, things get a little heated—literally. Will Lisle's kitchen survive the festivities? Tune in to find out! Connect with Lisle Waldron: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lislew/ Alternate show titles: AV Side Dishes Proprietary bootleg weird versions I tend to not use the weird ones Here you go; good luck Off the top of my brain Shout out to you button panels out there If you want to redraw and copy my sh*t Chicken Noodley Soup in an IV bag Let's go pick your meat Granola bar soup That one is more Chinese than most Events that have a definite beginning and end There's no law there I am the law A brick of butter Sanity boxes The cornerstone of every nutritious breakfast Shove it up the butt of a bird Stuffing goes in the bird, dressing goes on the side Frosty was the first ice cream The T fell off because he was too drunk We stream live every Friday, and you can listen to everything we record over at AVSuperFriends.com ▀▄▀▄▀ CONTACT LINKS ▀▄▀▄▀ ► Website: https://www.avsuperfriends.com ► Twitter: https://twitter.com/avsuperfriends ► LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/avsuperfriends ► YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@avsuperfriends ► Email: [email protected] ► RSS: https://avsuperfriends.libsyn.com/rss Individual Twitter links: ► Chris Dechter: @cdechter ► Jamie Rinehart: @avsfjamie ► Marc Cholewczynski: @avdiplomat ► Larry Darling: @lsdarling1 ► Justin Rexing: @justinrexing Donate to AVSF: https://www.avsuperfriends.com/support

Recorded October 18, 2024 (Still written by the AI goon squad - cjd) Get ready for a wild ride about projects and products that almost hit the mark but fell short, and the ever-present challenge of finding the perfect balance between seminar rooms and classrooms. We dive into topics like the future of smart glasses in classrooms, the pitfalls of hardware-based annotation devices, and the elusive middle ground between basic seminar rooms and full-fledged integrated systems. We also cover the challenges of commercial construction, and the ever-evolving world of digital signage and wireless sharing appliances. Article discussed: https://www.edsurge.com/news/2024-10-10-if-smart-glasses-are-coming-what-will-that-mean-for-classrooms Alternate show titles (written by AI): The Great Camera Conundrum The Seminar Room Dilemma Is that a Camera in Your Conference Room? Navigating the Seminar Room Jungle When Soundbars Aren't Enough  Better alternate show titles (written by AVSF): Glasses in our classes QM Elf It's still on doc cam to this day Have you ever driven off a cliff… Just buy a decoder and you guys make it work We stream live every Friday, and you can listen to everything we record over at AVSuperFriends.com ▀▄▀▄▀ CONTACT LINKS ▀▄▀▄▀ ► Website: https://www.avsuperfriends.com ► Twitter: https://twitter.com/avsuperfriends ► LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/avsuperfriends ► YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@avsuperfriends ► Email: [email protected] ► RSS: https://avsuperfriends.libsyn.com/rss Individual Twitter links: ► Chris Dechter: @cdechter ► Jamie Rinehart: @avsfjamie ► Marc Cholewczynski: @avdiplomat ► Larry Darling: @lsdarling1 ► Justin Rexing: @justinrexing Donate to AVSF: https://www.avsuperfriends.com/support

Recorded throughout October 2024 In our biggest production ever, we're proud to present AVSF: The Ghost in the Machine. The AV SuperFriends are called upon to fix haunted classrooms on campus. Join the team as they venture into the heart of the haunting, battling against time and supernatural forces to uncover the secrets buried beneath the campus. With humor, teamwork, and a touch of the paranormal, this episode promises thrills, chills, spills, bills, and a few laughs along the way. This was 3 months of work, 11,000 words, 45 pages, 12 speaking roles, a cast of your favorite AV nerds, 8 original songs, 30 minutes of original score, and 120 minutes of utter AV SuperFriends nonsense. Be sure to check out the version on YouTube with 20 images synced to the story to really get the full multimedia experience. It's a sequel to last year's special, but you don't have to be familiar with that episode to enjoy this one. What are we going to do next year to top it? Directed by, written by, and songs and music by: Christopher Dechter Editing by and soundscapes by: Marc Cholewczynski Special appearances by: Chris Neto Britt Yenser Don Merritt Frank Alaimo Atkins Fleming Richard Mitchell Cameron Sofsky We stream live on the first and third Friday every month and you can listen to everything we record over at AVSuperFriends.com ▀▄▀▄▀ CONTACT LINKS ▀▄▀▄▀ ► Website: https://www.avsuperfriends.com ► Twitter: https://twitter.com/avsuperfriends ► LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/avsuperfriends ► YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@avsuperfriends ► Email: [email protected] ► RSS: https://avsuperfriends.libsyn.com/rss Donate to AVSF: https://www.avsuperfriends.com/support

Recorded October 11, 2024 (Yes, I let AI write all this stuff - cjd) We dive into the world of assistive technologies, AI-generated transcripts, and the quirks of Bluetooth systems. Today's discussion zeroes in on the upcoming digital accessibility deadlines, the challenges of compliance, and the importance of starting somewhere, even when the task seems daunting. We also explore the exciting potential of Bluetooth Low Energy audio systems and how they can revolutionize assistive listening in educational environments. Finally, we discuss the peculiarities of AI transcription services. Are they ready for prime time? Spoiler alert: not quite yet. News article: https://www.edsurge.com/news/2024-07-19-are-schools-and-edtech-companies-ready-for-the-digital-accessibility-deadline Connect with Mikey Shaffer: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mikeyshaffer/ Bluetooth SIG Auracast: https://www.bluetooth.com/auracast/ Ampetronic Auracast: https://www.ampetronic.com/auracast-broadcast-overview/ Listen Technologies monthly webinar on ADA: https://www.listentech.com/training/ Listen Technologies Auri product line: https://www.listentech.com/auri/ AI-suggested alternate show titles: Bluetooth Bonanza The Accessibility Adventure AI Transcription Terrors Assistive Listening Revolution Digital Deadline Drama The Future is Bluetooth Transcription Trials and Tribulations The Great Accessibility Debate Tech Tangles and Triumphs AV Adventures in Accessibility Better alternative show titles: The Dante for ALS Talk like someone from Kentucky I love not taking notes A bunch of Furbies hanging out We stream live every Friday, and you can listen to everything we record over at AVSuperFriends.com ▀▄▀▄▀ CONTACT LINKS ▀▄▀▄▀ ► Website: https://www.avsuperfriends.com ► Twitter: https://twitter.com/avsuperfriends ► LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/avsuperfriends ► YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@avsuperfriends ► Email: [email protected] ► RSS: https://avsuperfriends.libsyn.com/rss Individual Twitter links: ► Chris Dechter: @cdechter ► Jamie Rinehart: @avsfjamie ► Marc Cholewczynski: @avdiplomat ► Larry Darling: @lsdarling1 ► Justin Rexing: @justinrexing Donate to AVSF: https://www.avsuperfriends.com/support

Recorded September 27, 2024 (Yes, I let AI write all this stuff cjd) Today's discussion tackles topics such as the minimum viable product for AV projects and the challenges of AI-generated content. The conversation dives into the intricacies of AV project management, from cutting corners during commissioning, to the potential pitfalls of cloud-based management systems. The team also shares their thoughts on the latest trends in AV technology, including the rise of cloud services for managing AV equipment and the importance of setting realistic expectations for technology solutions. News: https://www.shure.com/en-US/support/shurecloud Zoom Test: https://www.zoom.us/test Alternate show titles: The Cloud Conundrum AI Adventures AV Sprinkles on Dog Doo The Minimum Viable Podcast Legacy Metrics and Modern Solutions Don't Call Us, We'll Call You Configuration Only Shine on the Wall Done vs. Done Done Better alternate show titles: The real problem is putting it all on the network We learnt Larry something We put as much grease as we could on that sumbitch and we couldn't get it in there Just gimme a standard room I don't love it, but it's OK Is the customer going to complain about this? But that's somebody else's job Swallowing that down sucks I would rather tweak the audio than label cables I would rather screw over support than the customer I don't like to do that but that's the way it is We stream live every Friday, and you can listen to everything we record over at AVSuperFriends.com ▀▄▀▄▀ CONTACT LINKS ▀▄▀▄▀ ► Website: https://www.avsuperfriends.com ► Twitter: https://twitter.com/avsuperfriends ► LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/avsuperfriends ► YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@avsuperfriends ► Email: [email protected] ► RSS: https://avsuperfriends.libsyn.com/rss Individual Twitter links: ► Chris Dechter: @cdechter ► Marc Cholewczynski: @avdiplomat ► Larry Darling: @lsdarling1 ► Justin Rexing: @justinrexing Donate to AVSF: https://www.avsuperfriends.com/support

Recorded September 20, 2024 (Yes, I let AI write this - cjd) Welcome to the AV SuperFriends on Topic, episode number 51! In this special October episode, we dive into the scariest trends in AV. From the pitfalls of over-reliance on IT-centric AV solutions to the haunting rise of unrealistic client expectations, this episode is packed with spine-chilling insights and our signature blend of expertise and humor. Today's discussion tackles topics like the overcomplication of AV systems, the dangers of network islands, and the growing frustration with licensing for everyday items. Plus, we share our thoughts on the ever-evolving world of soundbars and the complexities of room systems like Teams Rooms and Zoom Rooms. Whether you're an AV professional or just someone interested in the latest tech trends, this episode offers valuable insights and plenty of laughs. Don't miss out on the fun and make sure to connect with us on our social media channels! Alternate show titles: The AV Horror Show Network Nightmares Soundbar Madness Licensing Hell Room System Woes Better alternate show titles: AV Sprinkles I give it to them in the wrong space We stream live every Friday, and you can listen to everything we record over at AVSuperFriends.com ▀▄▀▄▀ CONTACT LINKS ▀▄▀▄▀ ► Website: https://www.avsuperfriends.com ► Twitter: https://twitter.com/avsuperfriends ► LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/avsuperfriends ► YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@avsuperfriends ► Email: [email protected] ► RSS: https://avsuperfriends.libsyn.com/rss Individual Twitter links: ► Chris Dechter: @cdechter ► Jamie Rinehart: @avsfjamie ► Marc Cholewczynski: @avdiplomat ► Rachel Bradshaw: @tempurity ► Larry Darling: @lsdarling1 ► Justin Rexing: @justinrexing Donate to AVSF: https://www.avsuperfriends.com/support

Recorded September 13, 2024 (Yes, I let AI write all this stuff - cjd) In this special Friday the 13th episode, the AV SuperFriends are back with a mix of humor, chaos, and insightful discussions on the latest in higher ed AV. Today's topics include the love-hate relationship with button panels and the complexities of troubleshooting AV systems. The team dives into why button panels are still relevant, the importance of simplifying user interfaces, and the pitfalls of overcomplicating troubleshooting processes. They also discuss the latest survey from Western Governors University on faculty perceptions of educational technology. The conversation touches on the burnout caused by constant connectivity and the pressure to keep up with ever-evolving tech tools. As always, the episode is sprinkled with humor, off-topic banter, and a couple of brand-new commercials that are sure to make you chuckle. Article discussed: https://edscoop.com/university-college-faculty-technology-burnout-wgu-survey/ https://s3.documentcloud.org/documents/25080448/embargoed-wgu-labs-final_2024-faculty-edtech-survey.pdf Alternate show titles: Button Panels: The New Touch Panels Why Does Everything Have to be So Difficult? More Tech, More Problems Friday the 13th AV Adventures Faculty Burnout and Tech Fatigue Better alternate show titles: We're going to be On-Prem-Remote People prefer the knob I need a 6-gang rough-in Two gallons of Internet Check this out! Buy it first and try it out If you do, you made a mistake Black box effect It could be any of the 'trons We stream live every Friday, and you can listen to everything we record over at AVSuperFriends.com ▀▄▀▄▀ CONTACT LINKS ▀▄▀▄▀ ► Website: https://www.avsuperfriends.com ► Twitter: https://twitter.com/avsuperfriends ► LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/avsuperfriends ► YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@avsuperfriends ► Email: [email protected] ► RSS: https://avsuperfriends.libsyn.com/rss Individual Twitter links: ► Chris Dechter: @cdechter ► Jamie Rinehart: @avsfjamie ► Marc Cholewczynski: @avdiplomat ► Rachel Bradshaw: @tempurity ► Larry Darling: @lsdarling1 ► Justin Rexing: @justinrexing Donate to AVSF: https://www.avsuperfriends.com/support

Recorded August 16, 2024 (Yes, I let AI write all this stuff - cjd) Chris Dechter kicks off another Friday afternoon podcast adventure with the AV SuperFriends. Despite a larger panel and some absences, the team dives into the ever-thrilling topic of budgeting in higher education AV systems. Joined by a diverse panel including Marc Cholewczynski, Larry Darling, Justin Rexing, Lyle Waldron, and Donnie Merritt, the discussion revolves around the challenges and strategies of managing AV budgets across various institutions. From differing approaches to budgeting, to the impact of COVID-19 on funding, and the importance of standardization, the team explores how to stretch every dollar while maintaining functionality. They also touch on the importance of being at the table with university executives, understanding the real needs of teaching spaces, and the potential for rethinking AV standards in a post-COVID world. Whether you're dealing with a shoestring budget or trying to make the most of one-time funds, this episode offers valuable insights and practical advice for anyone involved in higher ed AV management. Alternate show titles (from AI): The Budgeting Adventure Stretching Every Dollar AV Budget Woes Standards Are Not Brands The Art of Budgeting Article discussed: https://www.avnation.tv/2024/07/29/the-higher-ed-technology-storm-brewing/ Connect with our guests: Don Merritt - Director, Instructional Resources at the University of Central Florida https://www.linkedin.com/in/donmerrittphd/ Lisle Waldron - Manager, Multimedia and Audio-Visual Services at The University of Trinidad and Tobago https://www.linkedin.com/in/lislew/ Real alternate show titles: I'm part of Florida now Magical Money from Heaven A Wish on a Monkey's Paw Faculty don't care what they're touching I'm Justin on an Island The Good News is I have No Money We stream live on the first and third Friday every month and you can listen to everything we record over at AVSuperFriends.com ▀▄▀▄▀ CONTACT LINKS ▀▄▀▄▀ ► Website: https://www.avsuperfriends.com ► Twitter: https://twitter.com/avsuperfriends ► LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/avsuperfriends ► YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@avsuperfriends ► Email: [email protected] ► RSS: https://avsuperfriends.libsyn.com/rss Individual Twitter links: ► Chris Dechter: @cdechter ► Jamie Rinehart: @avsfjamie ► Marc Cholewczynski: @avdiplomat ► Rachel Bradshaw: @tempurity ► Larry Darling: @lsdarling1 ► Justin Rexing: @justinrexing ► Lyle Waldron: @lylewaldron ► Donnie Merritt: @donniemerritt Donate to AVSF: https://www.avsuperfriends.com/support

Recorded August 23, 2024 (Yes, I let AI write this - cjd) On today's show, we dive into some of the worst AV mistakes we've ever made but never admitted to. From miswired speaker systems to network multicast nightmares, this episode is a confessional of epic proportions. We also tackle a listener email about tuning audio in a room, offering practical advice on how to make classrooms sound better using DSPs like QSC's Q-SYS. Article discussed: Extron Firmware Update: https://www.extron.com/article/gcp-driver_1740 Connect with Richard Mitchell: https://www.linkedin.com/in/richard-mitchell-41972a8/ Alternate show titles: Global Resonance Only I Was Hot Sh*t The Great Diesel Gas Hybrid Experiment Shake It Till You Make It Mono Audio for the Win Nuke It from Orbit Firmware Friday Better alternate show titles: Enough to wire a house I went through ten or twelve The whole sum' b*tch There's sound when I leave I was convinced to tie a cable to my belt I'm pretty sure I just filled this up with diesel I just had the IP address mixed in there Three words: Syn Aud Con We stream live on the first and third Friday every month, and you can listen to everything we record over at AVSuperFriends.com ▀▄▀▄▀ CONTACT LINKS ▀▄▀▄▀ ► Website: https://www.avsuperfriends.com ► Twitter: https://twitter.com/avsuperfriends ► LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/avsuperfriends ► YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@avsuperfriends ► Email: [email protected] ► RSS: https://avsuperfriends.libsyn.com/rss Individual Twitter links: ► Chris Dechter: @cdechter ► Jamie Rinehart: @avsfjamie ► Marc Cholewczynski: @avdiplomat ► Rachel Bradshaw: @tempurity ► Larry Darling: @lsdarling1 ► Justin Rexing: @justinrexing Donate to AVSF: https://www.avsuperfriends.com/support

Recorded August 9, 2024 Chris is confused about what day it is so he has to intro the show twice. Then once we've figure that out, we're joined by Robert Durbin and Travis Cawthorne from Kramer AV to talk about their recent acquisition of ZeeVee. Next, we discuss the concept of streamlining classroom AV systems to just a PC or laptop… or both. Why does anyone need more than that anyway? All your content is starting there, so get rid of the rest of your stuff! It's contentious, but surely a glimpse of the future. Finally, there's a technology arms race for building out spaces on campus with student recruiting specifically in mind. Besides, those campus tours never go look at our oldest and worst spaces, do they? Article discussed: https://edtechmagazine.com/higher/article/2024/07/how-universities-can-use-tech-recruit-students Robert Durbin LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rwdurbin/ Travis Cawthorne LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/traviscawthorne/ Alternate show titles: I love to drag around a case Oversaturated with 'trons It's USB all the way down Jamming Teams Room 90% is happening from a single source The other side of that argument is everyone else The cheapest USB adapter you have What Jamie did as a science experiment was cool Up to your knees in network video You got your chocolate in my peanut butter Tronasys Whack-a-mole one-button We stream live on the first and third Friday every month and you can listen to everything we record over at AVSuperFriends.com ▀▄▀▄▀ CONTACT LINKS ▀▄▀▄▀ ► Website: https://www.avsuperfriends.com ► Twitter: https://twitter.com/avsuperfriends ► LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/avsuperfriends ► YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@avsuperfriends ► Email: [email protected] ► RSS: https://avsuperfriends.libsyn.com/rss Individual Twitter links: ► Chris Dechter: @cdechter ► Jamie Rinehart: @avsfjamie ► Marc Cholewczynski: @avdiplomat ► Rachel Bradshaw: @tempurity ► Larry Darling: @lsdarling1 ► Justin Rexing: @justinrexing Donate to AVSF: https://www.avsuperfriends.com/support

Recorded (and streamed live) on July 26, 2024 No topic provided again this month, so we decided to look at the numbers for display technologies. Where does it make sense to consider LCDs vs. projectors vs. LEDs? Chris even built a spreadsheet of rough numbers because he's a nerd that way. Are LEDs becoming cheap enough to replace projectors? Is anyone building LCD videowalls these days? What are you installing on your campus? Spreadsheet link: https://tinyurl.com/dkxv92t4 Alternate show titles: I should have three or four and looking at more Put the money on the wall We stream live on the first and third Friday every month and you can listen to everything we record over at AVSuperFriends.com ▀▄▀▄▀ CONTACT LINKS ▀▄▀▄▀ ► Website: https://www.avsuperfriends.com ► Twitter: https://twitter.com/avsuperfriends ► LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/avsuperfriends ► YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@avsuperfriends ► Email: [email protected] ► RSS: https://avsuperfriends.libsyn.com/rss Individual Twitter links: ► Chris Dechter: @cdechter ► Jamie Rinehart: @avsfjamie ► Marc Cholewczynski: @avdiplomat ► Rachel Bradshaw: @tempurity ► Larry Darling: @lsdarling1 ► Justin Rexing: @justinrexing Donate to AVSF: https://www.avsuperfriends.com/support

Recorded July 19, 2024 It's the summer doldrums, so instead of news, Marc shares the AV experiences from his summer vacation to the House of Mouse. Oddly painted speakers, immersion breaking VR, and RF-beacon driven proximity audio broadcasts are just some of the highlights. Then we respond to a Reddit forum post about how university AV teams are structured. Everyone is a bit different and we didn't even get to full division organization charts. Some of us have partner teams on campus, some do it all, and some even do other teams' jobs for them. How are you structured? Finally, who is buying all these capturing-recording-streaming boxes and why? This concept breaks Chris's brain and causes him to lose sleep. Reddit post: https://www.reddit.com/r/CommercialAV/comments/1e40pxi/university_jobs Alternate show titles: The Surprise AV Experience Fuschia not Chartreuse The Costco Experience Dollywood After Dark Subpar AV We do some advanced systems A lot of twirling How do you do all that work? The Cabling Crew If our internal team is in the hospital… Legitimate Programming Nobody's responsible for anything ever It's hard to know what everybody does all the time It's not a flat service We stream live on the first and third Friday every month and you can listen to everything we record over at AVSuperFriends.com ▀▄▀▄▀ CONTACT LINKS ▀▄▀▄▀ ► Website: https://www.avsuperfriends.com ► Twitter: https://twitter.com/avsuperfriends ► LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/avsuperfriends ► YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@avsuperfriends ► Email: [email protected] ► RSS: https://avsuperfriends.libsyn.com/rss Individual Twitter links: ► Chris Dechter: @cdechter ► Jamie Rinehart: @avsfjamie ► Marc Cholewycynzski: @avdiplomat ► Rachel Bradshaw: @tempurity ► Larry Darling: @lsdarling1 ► Justin Rexing: @justinrexing Donate to AVSF: https://www.avsuperfriends.com/support

Recorded July 12, 2024 We're bookending the show with SMPTE 2110 stories, so we start with discussion of Cisco hosting a webinar on Precision Time Protocol (PTP). If you don't know what all that is, it's potentially huge news for AVoIP to play nice on enterprise networks from the sleepy giant of networking. Then we discuss the non-electronic products we prefer for building equipment racks, mounting projectors, hiding gear behind display monitors, and working with conference tables. We're pretty well all over the place, but we all agree that ADA compliance and keeping things clean go hand-in-hand. Finally, we consider an odd product from Blackmagic Design. This could be the greatest thing we didn't see at InfoComm or the worst thing ever created. And it's SMPTE 2110 native! Cisco webinar: https://blogs.cisco.com/sports-media-entertainment/take-your-st-2110-workflow-to-the-next-level Blackmagic Ethernet switch: https://www.blackmagicdesign.com/products/blackmagicethernetswitch Alternate show titles: Whatever the other acronyms are It nerdily excited me It's going to have to trickle down a lot They have to do things and figure it out Keeps hands out of places It's a 15 lumen projector Bop-it! There's always a better way to do it Be careful of people's knees It was kind of a b*tthole move on my part I've done weirder We stream live on the first and third Friday every month and you can listen to everything we record over at AVSuperFriends.com ▀▄▀▄▀ CONTACT LINKS ▀▄▀▄▀ ► Website: https://www.avsuperfriends.com ► Twitter: https://twitter.com/avsuperfriends ► LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/avsuperfriends ► YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@avsuperfriends ► Email: [email protected] ► RSS: https://avsuperfriends.libsyn.com/rss Individual Twitter links: ► Chris Dechter: @cdechter ► Jamie Rinehart: @avsfjamie ► Marc Cholewycynzski: @avdiplomat ► Rachel Bradshaw: @tempurity ► Larry Darling: @lsdarling1 ► Justin Rexing: @justinrexing Donate to AVSF: https://www.avsuperfriends.com/support

Recorded June 26, 2024 No topic was provided this month, so instead we're going to make this our summer Fourth of July special. So, get out your flags, wake up the kids for the renewal of their annual loyalty oath, fire up the grills, smoker, or barbecue, light off the sparklers and firecrackers, and let's celebrate America by blowing up a small part of it. We've each collected our favorite AV products, solutions, services, or approaches that we'd like to blow up. Larry doesn't like formal instructor stations in conference rooms, Marc hates giant card frames, Chris despises giant amplifiers powering only a few loudspeakers, Justin is not a fan of professional PTZ cameras with only USB output, and Jamie detests displays with onboard operating systems. Happy Fourth of July everyone! We stream live on the first and third Friday every month and you can listen to everything we record over at AVSuperFriends.com ▀▄▀▄▀ CONTACT LINKS ▀▄▀▄▀ ► Website: https://www.avsuperfriends.com ► Twitter: https://twitter.com/avsuperfriends ► LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/avsuperfriends ► Email: [email protected] ► RSS: https://avsuperfriends.libsyn.com/rss Individual Twitter links: ► Chris Dechter: @cdechter ► Jamie Rinehart: @avsfjamie ► Marc Cholewycynzski: @avdiplomat ► Rachel Bradshaw: @tempurity ► Larry Darling: @lsdarling1 ► Justin Rexing: @justinrexing Donate to AVSF: https://www.avsuperfriends.com/support

Recorded June 12, 2024 In something of a lost recording that Chris couldn't find, Justin, Larry, and Chris visit with Liberty AV and speak with Kevin Peterman about AVoIP solutions, Corey Briggs about cloud monitoring, and Ed Jankowski about Liberty's approach to the AV industry. Special thanks to Brad Thomas for wrangling colleagues. We stream live on the first and third Friday every month and you can listen to everything we record over at AVSuperFriends.com ▀▄▀▄▀ CONTACT LINKS ▀▄▀▄▀ ► Website: https://www.avsuperfriends.com ► Twitter: https://twitter.com/avsuperfriends ► LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/avsuperfriends ► Email: [email protected] ► RSS: https://avsuperfriends.libsyn.com/rss Individual Twitter links: ► Chris Dechter: @cdechter ► Jamie Rinehart: @avsfjamie ► Marc Cholewycynzski: @avdiplomat ► Rachel Bradshaw: @tempurity ► Larry Darling: @lsdarling1 ► Justin Rexing: @justinrexing Donate to AVSF: https://www.avsuperfriends.com/support

Recorded June 21, 2024 The AV SuperFriends have returned from InfoComm which means it's an InfoComm recap show! Short version: there was far less "AI" braggadocio and way more cloud cloud cloud. For those of you who weren't able to join us on our traditional Friday AM show floor tour, we review our selections from that and links are below. We also discuss some additional products and solutions that we missed and didn't read about until the following week but wish we could have seen in person. Products from the best InfoComm show floor tour: Inogeni Toggle https://inogeni.com/product-category/byod-byom-switcher/ Hovercam eGlass https://eglass.io/ Hovercam Pilot wireless lectern https://www.hovercam.com/teaching-stations Liberty CX Detect https://cxunify.com/cxdetect.html Apantac Dante on-ramp - DA-HDTV-Dante-Tx-UHD https://www.apantac.com/products/mt-hood/hdmi-to-dante-converter Revolution Acoustics SSP6 Multiducers https://www.revolutionacoustics.com/products/ssp6-multiducers Squirrels Ditto wireless sharing software https://www.airsquirrels.com/ditto Listen AURI Bluetooth system https://www.listentech.com/auri/ https://www.bluetooth.com/auracast/ Catchbox Plus system https://catchbox.com/catchbox-plus Alternate show titles: Stupid browser This is awesome and here's why It's gonna be kumbaya Nano-whatever-the-hell-technology No OSHA, no rules Sorry if I gave you my COVID We stream live on the first and third Friday every month and you can listen to everything we record over at AVSuperFriends.com ▀▄▀▄▀ CONTACT LINKS ▀▄▀▄▀ ► Website: https://www.avsuperfriends.com ► Twitter: https://twitter.com/avsuperfriends ► LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/avsuperfriends ► Email: [email protected] ► RSS: https://avsuperfriends.libsyn.com/rss Individual Twitter links: ► Chris Dechter: @cdechter ► Jamie Rinehart: @avsfjamie ► Marc Cholewycynzski: @avdiplomat ► Rachel Bradshaw: @tempurity ► Larry Darling: @lsdarling1 ► Justin Rexing: @justinrexing Donate to AVSF: https://www.avsuperfriends.com/support

Recorded June 14, 2024 Larry, Justin, and Chris visit with Zach Snook from Biamp (while sitting on the most comfortable chairs on the show floor) to discuss their newest announcements and product updates, including the long-awaited analog input on the VBC conferencing bars. Jamie will be disappointed at no AVB connectivity for expansion, so he'll have to be satisfied with LAN control and monitoring… for now! We stream live on the first and third Friday every month and you can listen to everything we record over at AVSuperFriends.com ▀▄▀▄▀ CONTACT LINKS ▀▄▀▄▀ ► Website: https://www.avsuperfriends.com ► Twitter: https://twitter.com/avsuperfriends ► LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/avsuperfriends ► Email: [email protected] ► RSS: https://avsuperfriends.libsyn.com/rss Individual Twitter links: ► Chris Dechter: @cdechter ► Jamie Rinehart: @avsfjamie ► Marc Cholewycynzski: @avdiplomat ► Rachel Bradshaw: @tempurity ► Larry Darling: @lsdarling1 ► Justin Rexing: @justinrexing Donate to AVSF: https://www.avsuperfriends.com/support

Recorded June 14, 2024 Larry, Chris, and Justin review their thoughts from Day 2 and what they're looking for during Day 3. There's been more LED displays (including lots of all-in-one units) at far more reasonable prices, lots of USB-C (could it actually be an option for wide deployments in the future?), and some dude on the very top of a ladder. We stream live on the first and third Friday every month and you can listen to everything we record over at AVSuperFriends.com ▀▄▀▄▀ CONTACT LINKS ▀▄▀▄▀ ► Website: https://www.avsuperfriends.com ► Twitter: https://twitter.com/avsuperfriends ► LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/avsuperfriends ► Email: [email protected] ► RSS: https://avsuperfriends.libsyn.com/rss Individual Twitter links: ► Chris Dechter: @cdechter ► Jamie Rinehart: @avsfjamie ► Marc Cholewycynzski: @avdiplomat ► Rachel Bradshaw: @tempurity ► Larry Darling: @lsdarling1 ► Justin Rexing: @justinrexing Donate to AVSF: https://www.avsuperfriends.com/support

Recorded June 13, 2024 (Note: Our super duper awesome recorder died right in the middle of this episode, so it cuts off abruptly; see the episode artwork. Unrelated: anyone want to buy a multichannel recorder?) Larry, Justin, and Chris invade the Computer Comforts booth to talk classroom furniture, the development process, partnerships with university customers, and even some new ideas that Chris totally invented on the spot. We also welcome by a motley crew of fellow higher ed tech managers from the adjacent HETMA booth to talk about their experiences at InfoComm thus far. Thanks again to Chris Kolavo, Vince Barletta, and Chad Asay at Computer Comforts for letting us drag cables all over their booth! We stream live on the first and third Friday every month and you can listen to everything we record over at AVSuperFriends.com ▀▄▀▄▀ CONTACT LINKS ▀▄▀▄▀ ► Website: https://www.avsuperfriends.com ► Twitter: https://twitter.com/avsuperfriends ► LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/avsuperfriends ► Email: [email protected] ► RSS: https://avsuperfriends.libsyn.com/rss Individual Twitter links: ► Chris Dechter: @cdechter ► Jamie Rinehart: @avsfjamie ► Marc Cholewycynzski: @avdiplomat ► Rachel Bradshaw: @tempurity ► Larry Darling: @lsdarling1 ► Justin Rexing: @justinrexing Donate to AVSF: https://www.avsuperfriends.com/support

Recorded June 13, 2024 Larry, Justin, and Chris share their thoughts about Day 1 at InfoComm and trends they're seeing at the show. AI is MIA, there's lots of iterative software improvements to existing hardware, and be sure to stop by the Panasonic booth to see the mist display. We also discuss our approaches to automatic cameras and hybrid seminar spaces. We stream live on the first and third Friday every month and you can listen to everything we record over at AVSuperFriends.com ▀▄▀▄▀ CONTACT LINKS ▀▄▀▄▀ ► Website: https://www.avsuperfriends.com ► Twitter: https://twitter.com/avsuperfriends ► LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/avsuperfriends ► Email: [email protected] ► RSS: https://avsuperfriends.libsyn.com/rss Individual Twitter links: ► Chris Dechter: @cdechter ► Jamie Rinehart: @avsfjamie ► Marc Cholewycynzski: @avdiplomat ► Rachel Bradshaw: @tempurity ► Larry Darling: @lsdarling1 ► Justin Rexing: @justinrexing Donate to AVSF: https://www.avsuperfriends.com/support

Recorded June 12, 2024 Justin, Larry, and Chris are joined by Mike Brandes, David Maksa, and Jonathan Moore from Q-SYS for an unorthodox and honest discussion of product ecosystems, working with partner manufacturers, computes vs. computeRs, adding software features years after shipping hardware, NDI emulation mode, and darn near everything in between. Thanks for sitting in with us! Mike on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mikebrandesav/ David on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/david-maksa-05527322/ Jonathan on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jonmicmoo/ We stream live on the first and third Friday every month and you can listen to everything we record over at AVSuperFriends.com ▀▄▀▄▀ CONTACT LINKS ▀▄▀▄▀ ► Website: https://www.avsuperfriends.com ► Twitter: https://twitter.com/avsuperfriends ► LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/avsuperfriends ► Email: [email protected] ► RSS: https://avsuperfriends.libsyn.com/rss Individual Twitter links: ► Chris Dechter: @cdechter ► Jamie Rinehart: @avsfjamie ► Marc Cholewycynzski: @avdiplomat ► Rachel Bradshaw: @tempurity ► Larry Darling: @lsdarling1 ► Justin Rexing: @justinrexing Donate to AVSF: https://www.avsuperfriends.com/support

Recorded June 12, 2024 Even after a few false starts and a recalcitrant multi-channel recorder, we did manage to squeeze out an early morning episode before the show floor opened. Justin, Larry, and Chris talk high level trends and solutions we expect to see this week. We're expecting better AI-enabled automatic cameras, cloud-connected everything, and room systems that we can actually integrate in a traditional teaching environment. We stream live on the first and third Friday every month and you can listen to everything we record over at AVSuperFriends.com ▀▄▀▄▀ CONTACT LINKS ▀▄▀▄▀ ► Website: https://www.avsuperfriends.com ► Twitter: https://twitter.com/avsuperfriends ► LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/avsuperfriends ► Email: [email protected] ► RSS: https://avsuperfriends.libsyn.com/rss Individual Twitter links: ► Chris Dechter: @cdechter ► Jamie Rinehart: @avsfjamie ► Marc Cholewycynzski: @avdiplomat ► Rachel Bradshaw: @tempurity ► Larry Darling: @lsdarling1 ► Justin Rexing: @justinrexing Donate to AVSF: https://www.avsuperfriends.com/support

Recorded (and streamed live) on May 17, 2024 This month's topic is "InfoComm" so we saw that as an opportunity to discuss what trends we're seeing, what we're looking forward to and what types of products we're looking for at the show. We also teased some of the recordings and events we'll be attending at InfoComm so follow us on the Tweeters and LinkedIn to find us on the show floor and get some special AVSF swag! Alternate show titles: Networked… Stuff Zoom-enabled projector Smart-ish microphone The secret sauce is the software No-Jamboard Is it Azure ready? Oh, my gawd, no. Larry, that's wrong. We stream live on the first and third Friday every month and you can listen to everything we record over at AVSuperFriends.com ▀▄▀▄▀ CONTACT LINKS ▀▄▀▄▀ ► Website: https://www.avsuperfriends.com ► Twitter: https://twitter.com/avsuperfriends ► LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/avsuperfriends ► Email: [email protected] ► RSS: https://avsuperfriends.libsyn.com/rss Individual Twitter links: ► Chris Dechter: @cdechter ► Jamie Rinehart: @avsfjamie ► Marc Cholewycynzski: @avdiplomat ► Rachel Bradshaw: @tempurity ► Larry Darling: @lsdarling1 ► Justin Rexing: @justinrexing Donate to AVSF: https://www.avsuperfriends.com/support

Recorded May 24, 2024 MIT has invented revolutionary electrified material for sound masking and absorption… aka, curtains. That's not entirely fair and it's not yet a real thing, but this technology might become commonplace in the future. Then we discuss just what services we provide to campus and to whom. We also cover who qualifies and why and how we determine who gets supported (everyone) and how we determine what is and isn't covered. It's… messy. Finally, just what happens when someone presses the "System Start" button… or is there even a button for that? Are we defaulting routes based on user metrics? Are we enabling cameras and unmuting mics? News story: https://news.mit.edu/2024/sound-suppressing-silk-can-create-quiet-spaces-0507 Alternate show titles: Larry, you're wagging your finger at me Justin, you've been painted into this corner We have one job….support We don't support that Who's going to clean up this paint? We're becoming more seg-mentated Hidden conference rooms International Work from Home Day We stream live on the first and third Friday every month and you can listen to everything we record over at AVSuperFriends.com ▀▄▀▄▀ CONTACT LINKS ▀▄▀▄▀ ► Website: https://www.avsuperfriends.com ► Twitter: https://twitter.com/avsuperfriends ► LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/avsuperfriends ► Email: [email protected] ► RSS: https://avsuperfriends.libsyn.com/rss Individual Twitter links: ► Chris Dechter: @cdechter ► Jamie Rinehart: @avsfjamie ► Marc Cholewycynzski: @avdiplomat ► Rachel Bradshaw: @tempurity ► Larry Darling: @lsdarling1 ► Justin Rexing: @justinrexing Donate to AVSF: https://www.avsuperfriends.com/support

Recorded May 10, 2024 After pushing for higher and higher resolutions, some broadcasters are giving up and returning to the comfort of 1080P. Besides, if most people are watching said broadcasts on a 5" phone stream over mobile data, then what's the point of 4K or 8K? Then we revisit a presentation we gave recently at NWMET on the Top 10 Things to Avoid in Your Next AV Project. We can't count and provide eleven things, but you get the point. Even the AV SuperFriends compromise on some of these from time to time, but please don't start new projects with any of them. Finally, because it's the end of the school year and almost the end of the fiscal year, lots of departments and colleges are asking IT to help them spend their money. We review some of the most ridiculous or unreasonable requests we've received from departments or colleges and how we responded. News article discussed: https://www.svconline.com/proav-today/sports-leagues-uefa-shifting-away-4k Our episode from 2023 on USB: https://www.avsuperfriends.com/episodes/off-the-rails-episode-55-it-will-universally-aggravate-you Alternate show titles: Kit of choice I'm not trying to pooh pooh these things Certified How would somebody know if they have consumer-ish garbage? On the back of a napkin… Haptic seats I wanna wirelessly plug in my laptop More pop-ups than a porn site Nevermind. You can do it again Or don't welcome them I'm giving you the swimmies It such a cute ask I got a call from a facilities PM guy Aircraft carrier instructor station We stream live on the first and third Friday every month and you can listen to everything we record over at AVSuperFriends.com ▀▄▀▄▀ CONTACT LINKS ▀▄▀▄▀ ► Website: https://www.avsuperfriends.com ► Twitter: https://twitter.com/avsuperfriends ► LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/avsuperfriends ► Email: [email protected] ► RSS: https://avsuperfriends.libsyn.com/rss Individual Twitter links: ► Chris Dechter: @cdechter ► Jamie Rinehart: @avsfjamie ► Marc Cholewycynzski: @avdiplomat ► Rachel Bradshaw: @tempurity ► Larry Darling: @lsdarling1 ► Justin Rexing: @justinrexing Donate to AVSF: https://www.avsuperfriends.com/support

Recorded April 16, 2024 This month's topic is "Commencement" and we don't want to talk about that. So, instead, we're going to talk about working with students, graduating students to the next level of their academic and professional careers, and converting student workers into full time employees. ▀▄▀▄▀ CONTACT LINKS ▀▄▀▄▀ ► Website: https://www.avsuperfriends.com ► Twitter: https://twitter.com/avsuperfriends ► LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/avsuperfriends ► Email: [email protected] ► RSS: https://avsuperfriends.libsyn.com/rss Individual Twitter links: ► Chris Dechter: @cdechter ► Jamie Rinehart: @avsfjamie ► Marc Cholewycynzski: @avdiplomat ► Rachel Bradshaw: @tempurity ► Larry Darling: @lsdarling1 ► Justin Rexing: @justinrexing Donate to AVSF: https://www.avsuperfriends.com/support

Recorded April 26, 2024 The AV industry has a bit of a drinking problem and step one is admitting it. Thanks to friends of the show Brittany DiCesare and Steve Greenblatt for their editorial in Commercial Integrator. To be clear, we're not anti-alcohol and we all enjoy a drink or four at our industry events, but when event after event after event is nothing but drinking, maybe it's time to rethink things. Heck, there are entire organizations who seem to exist solely for the purpose of drinking and it's a bit tiresome. Ok, off the soapbox. We're joined by Jose Mozota, President of Fremen Solutions, to talk about some of the challenges, opportunities, and solutions around AVoIP. This started as the simple question of "which one is best" and ended up a wide ranging conversation about manufacturer adoption, network topology, proprietary and open codecs, why no one really cares about 4:4:4 color subsampling or 4K resolution, and why AVoIP is an inaccurate acronym. Finally, we share some listener feedback that sums up why we do what we do. News article discussed: https://www.commercialintegrator.com/insights/a-healthy-approach-to-trade-shows-and-industry-events/133567/ Alternate show titles: Build that Bridge to Connect that Island Everyone has an island somewhere Mmm… maybe That would be a must to have for me Three or four flavors of this crap AVoIP is a misnomer ▀▄▀▄▀ CONTACT LINKS ▀▄▀▄▀ ► Website: https://www.avsuperfriends.com ► Twitter: https://twitter.com/avsuperfriends ► LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/avsuperfriends ► Email: [email protected] ► RSS: https://avsuperfriends.libsyn.com/rss Individual Twitter links: ► Chris Dechter: @cdechter ► Jamie Rinehart: @avsfjamie ► Marc Cholewycynzski: @avdiplomat ► Rachel Bradshaw: @tempurity ► Larry Darling: @lsdarling1 ► Justin Rexing: @justinrexing Donate to AVSF: https://www.avsuperfriends.com/support

Recorded (and broadcast live) on March 28, 2024 We're still at NWMET and hosting a morning fireside chat show! Jamie and Larry are impressed by NWMET, Justin's bad knee, the long road our portable recording kit took to get from Kentucky or Oregon, the well-rounded but focused atmosphere of NWMET, and our special NWMET bucks. NWMET: https://www.nwmet.org ▀▄▀▄▀ CONTACT LINKS ▀▄▀▄▀ ► Website: https://www.avsuperfriends.com ► Twitter: https://twitter.com/avsuperfriends ► LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/avsuperfriends ► Email: [email protected] ► RSS: https://avsuperfriends.libsyn.com/rss Individual Twitter links: ► Chris Dechter: @cdechter ► Jamie Rinehart: @avsfjamie ► Marc Cholewycynzski: @avdiplomat ► Rachel Bradshaw: @tempurity ► Larry Darling: @lsdarling1 ► Justin Rexing: @justinrexing Donate to AVSF: https://www.avsuperfriends.com/support

Recorded (and broadcast live) on March 25, 2024 For the first time since last summer, (almost) all of the AV SuperFriends were together in one place at NWMET 2024 in Corvallis, Oregon, so we figured we might as well record a show. And yes, we're really in a bowling alley. Earlier that day, we hosted a town hall open forum at Biamp HQ and we had so many topics, we simply couldn't get to them all, so we pick up from where we left off and work through topics such as auto-tracking cameras, microphones for students, AVoIP, budgeting, and the joys of software licensing. A special thanks to our good friends at Biamp. Biamp: https://www.biamp.com NWMET: https://www.nwmet.org ▀▄▀▄▀ CONTACT LINKS ▀▄▀▄▀ ► Website: https://www.avsuperfriends.com ► Twitter: https://twitter.com/avsuperfriends ► LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/avsuperfriends ► Email: [email protected] ► RSS: https://avsuperfriends.libsyn.com/rss Individual Twitter links: ► Chris Dechter: @cdechter ► Jamie Rinehart: @avsfjamie ► Marc Cholewycynzski: @avdiplomat ► Rachel Bradshaw: @tempurity ► Larry Darling: @lsdarling1 ► Justin Rexing: @justinrexing Donate to AVSF: https://www.avsuperfriends.com/support

Recorded April 17, 2024 Rather than a single news story, we cover a handful of product announcements from (and prior to) NAB. Blackmagic announced a bunch of SMPTE 2110 devices (sorta), Osbot has an NDI adapter that goes the wrong way, Cleanfeed is now supporting video (yea!), and PTZ Optics has an entire software production suite for their cameras. Then, we get into One Button Studios. Please don't build these. There's too many compromises and the experience is terrible. What people really want are "Self-service studios" that fit existing (and supported) campus workflows. Sure, you can build unicorns, but please stop. Also, if you do build one, it had better well use only one button. One of the AV SuperFriends works at a campus with a nominal one button studio that has a seven page instruction guide… Finally, Chris shares his concept of designing AV systems out of spite. Some might call it malicious AV integration, but it's more of an opportunity to streamline and improve general classrooms. Alternate show titles: I await the true mass disruption It's now for us poor people Curmudgedly Old Truck Guys Porn picking VHS I use foot pedals Everybody is on their own here This is where it gets slippery One button anonymous There is no metric out there Bring Your Own One Button Studio Studio If you build enough unicorns, it stops building a unicorn Rectal scan See that knob? That's what that does Don't do this, but do that I'm afraid of it being successful I need it to have some success ▀▄▀▄▀ CONTACT LINKS ▀▄▀▄▀ ► Website: https://www.avsuperfriends.com ► Twitter: https://twitter.com/avsuperfriends ► LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/avsuperfriends ► Email: [email protected] ► RSS: https://avsuperfriends.libsyn.com/rss Individual Twitter links: ► Chris Dechter: @cdechter ► Jamie Rinehart: @avsfjamie ► Marc Cholewycynzski: @avdiplomat ► Rachel Bradshaw: @tempurity ► Larry Darling: @lsdarling1 ► Justin Rexing: @justinrexing Donate to AVSF: https://www.avsuperfriends.com/support

Recorded March 15, 2024 It's time to get out the mops and brooms, clear out those storage closets, gather up all your old Class A amplifiers, analog cameras, and CRT monitors and throw them in the nearest waterway. If anyone asks, you have a permit and you're just returning those parts to nature. Besides, it's all biodegradable if you wait long enough… Marc is getting rid of wires, Larry is removing tiny displays from big rooms, Jamie is throwing away older monitors with weird resolutions, Chris is deleting transport controls, and Justin hates all the remotes with the buttons cut off. Let's get cleaning! We stream our recording sessions for On Topic live on or about 3pm Eastern / 12pm Pacific on the third Friday of each month. Follow us on Twitter or LinkedIn to join our next show. ▀▄▀▄▀ CONTACT LINKS ▀▄▀▄▀ ► Website: https://www.avsuperfriends.com ► Twitter: https://twitter.com/avsuperfriends ► LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/avsuperfriends ► Email: [email protected] ► RSS: https://avsuperfriends.libsyn.com/rss Individual Twitter links: ► Chris Dechter: @cdechter ► Jamie Rinehart: @avsfjamie ► Marc Cholewycynzski: @avdiplomat ► Rachel Bradshaw: @tempurity ► Larry Darling: @lsdarling1 ► Justin Rexing: @justinrexing Donate to AVSF: https://www.avsuperfriends.com/support

Recorded March 22, 2024 It's not really news as much as a product announcement that almost hits the mark. We really like this neat little camera on paper but then… limited I/O and guaranteed bloated software. Let's call it a swing and a miss. Then we return to how we tier our AV systems and, honestly, it's getting messy enough that we probably need a comparison matrix to keep track. Marc finally introduces touch panels, Chris provides the capability for BYOD UCC (but no one has asked for it yet), Jamie expands his already monstrous systems, Larry hates powered screens (and he's not wrong), and Justin does his own thing. Finally, how to respond when we start a project and the client says something along the lines of "... and we already bought the TV." Alternate show titles: Barely sound More normal classroom Why is there a touch panel? Years past? I did that last week I have imaginary buckets Wireless presentation can go to hell Not my other bucket We also need it to be a fish aquarium ▀▄▀▄▀ CONTACT LINKS ▀▄▀▄▀ ► Website: https://www.avsuperfriends.com ► Twitter: https://twitter.com/avsuperfriends ► LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/avsuperfriends ► Email: [email protected] ► RSS: https://avsuperfriends.libsyn.com/rss Individual Twitter links: ► Chris Dechter: @cdechter ► Jamie Rinehart: @avsfjamie ► Marc Cholewycynzski: @avdiplomat ► Rachel Bradshaw: @tempurity ► Larry Darling: @lsdarling1 ► Justin Rexing: @justinrexing Donate to AVSF: https://www.avsuperfriends.com/support

Recorded March 8, 2024 More and more AVoIP systems are being sold because more and more AVoIP systems are getting specified into new projects. It's an amazing coincidence! We cover an article from Commercial Integrator about how commercial integrators see AVoIP. Then in part 27 of our 213 part series on how we organize our AV systems into buckets, tiers, levels, types, packages, etc., we finally get out of our level 1 and into level 2… sorta. If nothing else, it's highly informative for AVSF internally because several of us are making adjustments based on the feedback from the rest of the panel. Finally, people are wearing Apple goggles to the movies! Well, they are, but that's not the point of this social media post that proposes burning down all movie theaters and staying at home to watch TV in your goggles. Which has been a real thing for a decade or more. /shrug News article: https://www.commercialintegrator.com/business_resources/research/chronicling-av-over-ip-revolution-avoip-dd-24 Apple Vision Pro is better than the movies: https://www.reddit.com/r/AppleVisionPro/comments/1b4ijnt/saw_dune_2_in_true_imax_was_disappointed/ Or just wear Apple Vision Pro to the movies: https://twitter.com/WallStreetSilv/status/1765213788855218681 Alternate show titles: That's probably the wrong word You're not doing what you're speaking Pie chart circle chart I don't have to think as a designer We do a lot of weird stuff It's the worst room ever It's better than the 14 year old system that's there now Taj Mahal of classrooms We're above remotes Secret wireless island The experience is better when I isolate myself from all other humans ▀▄▀▄▀ CONTACT LINKS ▀▄▀▄▀ ► Website: https://www.avsuperfriends.com ► Twitter: https://twitter.com/avsuperfriends ► LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/avsuperfriends ► Email: [email protected] ► RSS: https://avsuperfriends.libsyn.com/rss Individual Twitter links: ► Chris Dechter: @cdechter ► Jamie Rinehart: @avsfjamie ► Marc Cholewycynzski: @avdiplomat ► Rachel Bradshaw: @tempurity ► Larry Darling: @lsdarling1 ► Justin Rexing: @justinrexing Donate to AVSF: https://www.avsuperfriends.com/support

Recorded (and streamed live) on February 16, 2016 This month's topic is "rethinking spaces" so we decided to discuss projects that we've completed recently that we wish we'd approached differently. Marc hates microphones, Chris hates complexity, Justin hates how the AV services are marketed on campus, Jamie hates treating rooms as clones of one another, and Larry hates blanket approaches (and single monitors on lecterns). We stream live on the 3rd Friday every month and you can listen to everything we record over at AVSuperFriends.com Alternate show titles: Ninja stars If you're not going to do it right, don't do it at all Demanding higher quality That's not what I mean by kit We've stopped giving everybody everything They didn't need that thing to begin with ▀▄▀▄▀ CONTACT LINKS ▀▄▀▄▀ ► Website: https://www.avsuperfriends.com ► Twitter: https://twitter.com/avsuperfriends ► LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/avsuperfriends ► Email: [email protected] ► RSS: https://avsuperfriends.libsyn.com/rss Individual Twitter links: ► Chris Dechter: @cdechter ► Jamie Rinehart: @avsfjamie ► Marc Cholewycynzski: @avdiplomat ► Rachel Bradshaw: @tempurity ► Larry Darling: @lsdarling1 ► Justin Rexing: @justinrexing Donate to AVSF: https://www.avsuperfriends.com/support

Recorded February 23, 2024 While planning the episode, we couldn't decide between a news story on VR or a news story on holograms, so we decided to cover them both. Hint: they're not real Then we continue our discussion of how we each stratify and organize the different types of systems we commonly deploy on our campuses. It's just as messy as you'd think with us all declaring confidently we have rigid systems in place and nevermind all the exceptions. News articles discussed: https://www.installation-international.com/case-studies/world-leading-vr-teaching-facility-opens-at-the-university-of-nottingham https://www.insidehighered.com/news/tech-innovation/teaching-learning/2024/02/23/holograms-begin-beaming-classrooms Alternate show titles: They're just things in the wrong places It just rolls A content feed from an appliance Are we ready for positive town? HDMI Spigot Force them into a button panel Put that right into the projector You hear that sh*t, too Don't ask stupid questions Dinosaur chicken combination I do get a new screen; it is not 21:9 That's the line in the sand Wheel of torture Cuttle Huddy That thing's freakin' huge! ▀▄▀▄▀ CONTACT LINKS ▀▄▀▄▀ ► Website: https://www.avsuperfriends.com ► Twitter: https://twitter.com/avsuperfriends ► LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/avsuperfriends ► Email: [email protected] ► RSS: https://avsuperfriends.libsyn.com/rss Individual Twitter links: ► Chris Dechter: @cdechter ► Jamie Rinehart: @avsfjamie ► Marc Cholewycynzski: @avdiplomat ► Rachel Bradshaw: @tempurity ► Larry Darling: @lsdarling1 ► Justin Rexing: @justinrexing Donate to AVSF: https://www.avsuperfriends.com/support

Recorded February 9, 2024 Did y'all know ISE was just last week? That means we're obligated to talk about it at least one more time for the news, so we have an article that identifies three trends from ISE that we'll see again at InfoComm. Two of them are nothingburgers, but the third… so close, but yet so far. Then we dive deep into how we structure our AV systems and room types. Do they all fit neatly into three or four categories (hint: nope!) or are we all over the road? Marc confidently declares he has only three types of systems (but then immediately identifies exceptions), Larry also notes the level of support in the nomenclature, Jamie uses human-readable names, Chris boxed himself in too early and is suffering the consequences, and Justin does his own thing because Kentucky! This is just the first segment in a series, so yell at your car stereo along with us! And finally, some/most/all of us will be at the NWMET Conference in Oregon in March, so we hope you'll consider joining us there! News article: https://www.avnetwork.com/news/ise-2024-3-trends-that-will-extend-to-infocomm-2024 NWMET Conference: https://www.nwmet.org Alternate show titles: Hot Desking You give me everything or I don't want any of it Have it all or don't do it at all If it's not some common shit I don't want to look at it If it's Sharepoint, it's worse This is the new language Finger Lickin' Good We're that dumb If you call, we instal Kentucky Control System All that sh*t you use all the time Catch-all custom bucket Package Town ▀▄▀▄▀ CONTACT LINKS ▀▄▀▄▀ ► Website: https://www.avsuperfriends.com ► Twitter: https://twitter.com/avsuperfriends ► LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/avsuperfriends ► Email: [email protected] ► RSS: https://avsuperfriends.libsyn.com/rss Individual Twitter links: ► Chris Dechter: @cdechter ► Jamie Rinehart: @avsfjamie ► Marc Cholewycynzski: @avdiplomat ► Rachel Bradshaw: @tempurity ► Larry Darling: @lsdarling1 ► Justin Rexing: @justinrexing

Recorded January 19, 2024 Our topic for February is "things just won't go away" or "things that keep coming back year after year" like Groundhog Day. We've each selected items that we all hope might see their shadow and disappear for a while. BYOD, VR, terrible marketing, wireless sharing, and more. We're also testing some format changes to On Topic to keep the show shorter and LIVE on various platforms, so look for those unannounced live streams on the socials. Alternate titles: I was thinking about this hard I still can't stop Bad marketing This is why people strap goggles to their head to visit the zoo It kinda fluctuates in and out This is why people think holograms exist Bring Your Own Goggles ▀▄▀▄▀ CONTACT LINKS ▀▄▀▄▀ ► Website: https://www.avsuperfriends.com ► Twitter: https://twitter.com/avsuperfriends ► LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/avsuperfriends ► Email: [email protected] ► RSS: https://avsuperfriends.libsyn.com/rss Individual Twitter links: ► Chris Dechter: @cdechter ► Jamie Rinehart: @avsfjamie ► Marc Cholewycynzski: @avdiplomat ► Rachel Bradshaw: @tempurity ► Larry Darling: @lsdarling1 ► Justin Rexing: @justinrexing

Recorded Feb 02, 2024 LIVE from ISE! Well, not really, but given some of the other coverage from Barcelona, it's still more timely and more in depth from 5,000 miles away. This is our take on the news from ISE this week. In true AVSF style, this discussion is spicy, yet reasonable, as we review the new products, the coverage, the people, and the show itself. ▀▄▀▄▀ CONTACT LINKS ▀▄▀▄▀ ► Website: https://www.avsuperfriends.com ► Twitter: https://twitter.com/avsuperfriends ► LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/avsuperfriends ► Email: [email protected] ► RSS: https://avsuperfriends.libsyn.com/rss Individual Twitter links: ► Chris Dechter: @cdechter ► Jamie Rinehart: @avsfjamie ► Marc Cholewycynzski: @avdiplomat ► Rachel Bradshaw: @tempurity ► Larry Darling: @lsdarling1 ► Justin Rexing: @justinrexing

Recorded January 12, 2024 Remember when refrigerators would just sit there in the kitchen and keep food cold and we really, really wanted them to tell us what to cook? No? Well, too bad! We cover a story from CES about an AI-powered, excuse me, "AI" powered fridge that wants to scan your tomatoes! Then, we delve into the concept of basing every AV system on the same equipment and same cabling... unless you're running Dante microphone arrays as analog sources. Price be damned, we're AVoIP everywhere, even when we don't need it because it's the future! Finally, Oregon State University is hosting the NWMET conference in March and almost all of the AV SuperFriends will be there. Well, at least two of us will be there and the others will find last minute excuses like "I never requested the travel approval" or "I'm afraid of my boss and won't ask" so come join some of us for a great conference of fellow higher ed AV, IT, and learning design nerds! News article discussed: France 24: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DhOIDbc3os4 The Verge: https://www.theverge.com/2023/12/27/24016939/samsung-2024-ai-family-hub-smart-fridge-features NWMET: https://www.nwmet.org Alternate show titles: That was very zigzaggy to me Mechanical sympathy Rethinking what signal flow means Physical Ins and Physical Outs It can do all kinds of weird sh*t Cloud-driven experiences I've done a lot of weird sh*t lately ▀▄▀▄▀ CONTACT LINKS ▀▄▀▄▀ ► Website: https://www.avsuperfriends.com ► Twitter: https://twitter.com/avsuperfriends ► LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/avsuperfriends ► Email: [email protected] ► RSS: https://avsuperfriends.libsyn.com/rss Individual Twitter links: ► Chris Dechter: @cdechter ► Jamie Rinehart: @avsfjamie ► Marc Cholewycynzski: @avdiplomat ► Rachel Bradshaw: @tempurity ► Larry Darling: @lsdarling1 ► Justin Rexing: @justinrexing

Recorded January 5, 2024 It's a new year and we're starting 2024 by looking backward! We return to a previous topic: working with integrators. On Off the Rails 78, we debated Marc's question about how to ensure we get delivered what we wanted from AV integrators… and that conversation prompted quite the debate on Twitter, led by friend of the show, Joe Way. So, we invited Joe on the show to talk in more than 140 characters. Did we solve it this time? We also review an article from the Harvard Business review about working from home and we each select our favorite (or least favorite) products of 2023. Article discussed: https://hbr.org/2023/12/research-the-growing-inequality-of-who-gets-to-work-from-home Joe's Tweet response to OTR 78: https://twitter.com/JosiahWay/status/1734813050602156410 These are a few of our favorite things we used in 2023: Marc: Sennheiser TeamConnectCeiling 2 (but only in analog mode) Chris: Promethean ActivePanel LX Justin: Elgato Streamdeck Larry: Shure MXA310 Jamie: Mystery Electronics FC8X Joe: Bose S1 Pro Joe's second pick: Symetrix xIO XLR Alternate show titles: Waiting for you to ask for some petty thing How can I do this without everyone here at home? If you're at home, you're just jacking around Now that you have more than 140 characters Maybe I had too many edibles The logic is sound Here's my point to all this sh*t 80% of the time I sound like an idiot redneck The rubber is going to meet the road at some point Unicorn world ▀▄▀▄▀ CONTACT LINKS ▀▄▀▄▀ ► Website: https://www.avsuperfriends.com ► Twitter: https://twitter.com/avsuperfriends ► LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/avsuperfriends ► Email: [email protected] ► RSS: https://avsuperfriends.libsyn.com/rss Individual Twitter links: ► Chris Dechter: @cdechter ► Jamie Rinehart: @avsfjamie ► Marc Cholewycynzski: @avdiplomat ► Rachel Bradshaw: @tempurity ► Larry Darling: @lsdarling1 ► Justin Rexing: @justinrexing

Recorded December 20, 2023 (Part 2 of 2) It's our third annual prediction show! And I predict we'll do it again next year. We first review our predictions from last year to see just how well we did. Some of us were dead on, others were hit & miss, and yet others seem to be deliberately vague just to claim accuracy regardless of outcome. Then, we each prognosticate on what to expect in 2024. Much of it seems to be around AI and Teams. Sorry. This discussion lasted almost an hour, so we split it into two episodes. Alternate show titles: Don't touch my pixels Don't go anywhere near that V I've been exposed to more VR They're strapping it to every product Show us on the doll Blown all over your campus Justin Time All unicorns and rainbows We gotta keep up with our sh*t

Recorded December 20, 2023 (Part 1 of 2) It's our third annual prediction show! And I predict we'll do it again next year. We first review our predictions from last year to see just how well we did. Some of us were dead on, others were hit & miss, and yet others seem to be deliberately vague just to claim accuracy regardless of outcome. Then, we each prognosticate on what to expect in 2024. Much of it seems to be around AI and Teams. Sorry. This discussion lasted almost an hour, so we split it into two episodes. Alternate show titles: Don't touch my pixels Don't go anywhere near that V I've been exposed to more VR They're strapping it to every product Show us on the doll Blown all over your campus Justin Time All unicorns and rainbows We gotta keep up with our sh*t

Recorded December 8, 2023 Today's news is a summary of the Geometry of Learning research project from friend of the show, Dr. Jon Dorbolo, about teaching in round classrooms. Done well, these are fantastic learning spaces with untold opportunity. Done poorly, they are technology-driven failures. Those two outcomes are not mutually exclusive. Then, we attempted to discuss how to document projects so that external contracted integrators deliver what we need, regardless of who is providing the design and programming. We really didn't get anywhere and the conversation devolved into an almost-argument with one side simply repeating that they have it all figured out and the other swearing in frustration. It was… weird. We'll have to return to this project, but if you have suggestions for ironclad language to ensure what is delivered meets project specifications, we'd love to hear it. Finally, we all summarize 2023 with an item that surprised us. For some, it was poorly conceptualized room systems, for others it was a return to building wide (or campus wide) AV systems, and at least one of us was pleasantly surprised by our own internal team's skillset. Article discussed: https://er.educause.edu/articles/2023/12/collaboration-for-teaching-and-learning-in-the-round Attend NWMET in March 2024: https://www.nwmet.org Alternate show titles: Does it work, does it help? Does it do what you want it to do? Well-choreographed Success 10 years ago is not success now What's easy for them to do is not what's correct to do Soup to nuts Knowledge labor and manual labor Limited amount of knowledge workers Island unicorns It's just another layer on top of this BS Repeat, rinse until you get what you want It doesn't matter if it's useful stuff, but it's "stuff" You have to think about the culture here Flex our manpower

Recorded November 15, 2023 It's December, so it's time for a holiday wishlist! Each of us shares the AV device or service that we'd really like under the Christmas tree. Some of these are real products, others are slight variations on commonly available products, and one requires a time machine. Merry Christmas, y'all! ▀▄▀▄▀ CONTACT LINKS ▀▄▀▄▀ ► Website: https://www.avsuperfriends.com ► Twitter: https://twitter.com/avsuperfriends ► LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/avsuperfriends ► Email: [email protected] ► RSS: https://avsuperfriends.libsyn.com/rss Individual Twitter links: ► Chris Dechter: @cdechter ► Jamie Rinehart: @avsfjamie ► Marc Cholewycynzski: @avdiplomat ► Rachel Bradshaw: @tempurity ► Larry Darling: @lsdarling1 ► Justin Rexing: @justinrexing

Recorded December 1, 2023 Our news comes from the Chronicle of Higher Education who now recognizes that teaching via lecture and teaching via active learning are not mutually exclusive nor diametrically opposed. Shocker! It's possible to effectively teach via lecture in an active learning classroom and engage students in active learning in a lecture hall. But we all knew that, didn't we? Speaking of multi-use spaces, how are we designing and deploying our multi-purpose classrooms and event spaces? It's taken for granted that they're all terrible, but just play along, will you? We talk about wall sensors, single large systems vs. overflow feeds, wall sensors, moveable lecterns, wall sensors, and no Zoom for you, and everything in between. Also, just who is resetting these rooms between classes? Finally, it's time yet again for the AVSF: Live! Holiday Spectacular. We hope you can join us on December 15th! News story: https://www.chronicle.com/article/which-is-better-active-learning-or-lecture-its-not-so-simple Archive: https://archive.ph/MDU1l Study: https://link.springer.https://archive.ph/MDU1lcom/article/10.1007/s10648-023-09826-1 Alternate show titles: In 20,000 and 4 or whenever Research wormhole My little soapbox AV merit badges I enjoy designing around the BS It fits all of their needs Cameras and microphones and other bullcrap You said a couple of secret words Do they know that they're "they" in this scenario? Both can be true They are stupid and they are fun to design Do it twice