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A highly effective, fully updated CTS-I exam study guide—available exclusively from McGraw-Hill Education and AVIXA Press

Published in conjunction with AVIXA, the Audiovisual and Integrated Experience Association (formerly InfoComm International), this fully updated exam guide offers comprehensive coverage of all objectives for the current version of the CTS-I exam. The book thoroughly explains AV systems installation, troubleshooting, problem solving, maintenance, and much more. 

CTS-I Certified Technology Specialist-Installation Exam Guide, Second Edition features comprehensive coverage of all exam objectives. To aid in retention, each chapter includes exam objective call outs, exam tips, and end of chapter practice question with in-depth answer explanations. Designed to help you prepare for the CTS-I exam, this authoritative resource also serves as an essential on-the-job reference.

Offers complete coverage of every topic on the CTS-I exam
Electronic content includes an official AVIXA CTS-I practice exam and links to a library of installation and AV math videos 
Includes more than 150 photos and illustrations that reinforce key AV design concepts

Foreword xxi
Acknowledgments xxiii
Part I The CTS-Installation and CTS-I Exam
Chapter 1 Getting CTS-I Certification
3(6)
What Does a CTS-I Certified Installer Do?
3(1)
AVIXA Certifications
4(1)
Why Earn Your CTS-I Credential?
5(1)
Are You Eligible for the CTS-I Exam?
6(1)
AVIXA Standards
6(1)
Getting Started
7(2)
Chapter 2 The CTS-I Exam
9(22)
The Scope of the CTS-I Exam
9(2)
Exam Preparation Strategies
11(1)
CTS-I Exam Sample Questions
12(2)
Answers to Sample CTS-I Exam Questions
14(1)
Mathematical Strategies
14(1)
The Exam Calculator
15(1)
Order of Operations
16(2)
Electrical Calculations
18(1)
Electrical Basics
18(4)
The CTS-I Exam Application and Processes
22(1)
Getting to the Testing Center
23(1)
Identification Requirements
23(1)
Items Restricted from the Exam Room
24(1)
About the Exam
24(1)
During the Exam
25(1)
Dismissal or Removal from the Exam
25(1)
Hazardous Weather or Local Emergencies
26(1)
Special Accommodations for Exams
26(1)
Exam Scoring
27(1)
Retesting
27(1)
Chapter Review
27(4)
Part II The Basics of AV Installation
Chapter 3 Managing an AV Project
31(20)
Scope of Work
32(1)
Project Planning
32(1)
Developing a Plan
33(1)
Managing Project Resources and Activities
33(2)
Work Breakdown Structure
35(1)
Gantt Chart for Project Schedules
35(1)
Logic Network Diagram for Coordinating Resources
36(2)
Managing the Project Budget
38(2)
Monitoring Work at the Client Site
40(1)
Other Project Management Activities
40(1)
Providing Project Documentation
40(2)
Information-Related Documents
42(1)
Change Documentation
43(2)
Types of AV Projects
45(1)
Key Stages of AV Installation
46(1)
Pre-installation
46(1)
System Fabrication
47(1)
AV Installation
47(1)
AV Verification
47(1)
System Closeout
47(1)
Ongoing Project Responsibilities
48(1)
Chapter Review
48(1)
Review Questions
48(2)
Answers
50(1)
Chapter 4 Audiovisual Documentation
51(24)
Types of Drawings
51(1)
Audiovisual Drawings and Diagrams
52(1)
Construction Drawings
52(1)
Facility Drawings
53(1)
System Drawings
53(1)
As-Built Drawings
54(1)
The Basics of Drawings
54(1)
Drawing Scales
55(2)
Calculating Dimensions from Scaled Drawings
57(1)
Converting Ratios
58(1)
Converting Measurements
59(1)
Drawing Dates
59(1)
Elements of Drawings
60(1)
Drawing Abbreviations
60(1)
Drawing Symbols
60(5)
Drawing Views
65(1)
Plan View
65(2)
Reflected Ceiling Plans
67(1)
Elevation Drawings
67(1)
Section Drawings
67(1)
Detail Drawings
67(4)
Chapter Review
71(1)
Review Questions
71(3)
Answers
74(1)
Chapter 5 Pre-installation Activities
75(20)
Types of Audiovisual Job Sites
76(1)
Construction Site
76(1)
Client-Occupied Space
76(1)
Conducting a Site Survey
77(1)
Technical Site Survey
77(1)
Evaluating Facility Conditions
78(1)
Drawing Review Process
79(1)
De-installing Existing Equipment
79(1)
Reusing Existing Equipment
80(1)
Job Site Safety Guidelines
80(1)
Safety Regulations
81(1)
Safety Equipment
81(2)
Audiovisual Tools
83(1)
Working with Stakeholders and Other Trades
84(1)
Typical Participants
84(1)
Professional Behavior
85(3)
Steps to Escalate a Problem
88(1)
Procuring Equipment and Supplies
89(1)
Chapter Review
90(1)
Review Questions
90(2)
Answers
92(3)
Part III System Fabrication
Chapter 6 Cable Essentials
95(44)
Wire and Cable
96(1)
Conductors
96(1)
Insulation
97(1)
Types of Cable Used in AV Systems
98(1)
Coaxial Cable
98(1)
Unshielded Twisted-Pair Cable
98(1)
Twisted-Pair Network Cables (Cat x)
99(1)
Shielded Twisted-Pair Cable
100(1)
Shielded Twisted-Pair Network Cables
100(1)
Fiber-Optic Cable
101(1)
Combination Cables
101(1)
More About Fiber-Optic Cable
102(1)
Distance Limitations of Fiber
103(1)
Fiber Applications
104(1)
Identifying Connectors
105(2)
Fiber Connectors
107(4)
Plotting a Cable Route
111(3)
Cable Support Systems
114(1)
Cable Tray
114(1)
Conduit
115(1)
Cable Duct
115(1)
Hook Suspension Systems
115(1)
Cable Handling
116(1)
Electrical Boxes
116(1)
Cable Labels
117(1)
Cable Pulling
118(1)
Cable Pulling Tools
118(2)
Pulling Tension
120(1)
Cable Pulling Techniques
121(1)
Cable Snout
122(3)
Conduit Capacity
125(1)
Jam Ratio
126(1)
Cable Termination
126(1)
Stripping Cable
127(1)
Steps to Strip Cable
127(2)
Stripping Coaxial Cable
129(3)
Cable Termination Methods
132(1)
Continuity Testing
133(1)
Chapter Review
134(1)
Review Questions
135(2)
Answers
137(2)
Chapter 7 Mounting AV Equipment
139(20)
Mounting Process
140(2)
Mounting Preparations
142(1)
Review Tools Checklist
142(1)
Inspect the Building Structure
142(1)
Load and Weight Considerations
143(1)
Mounting Hardware
144(1)
Selecting Fasteners for Mounts
145(1)
Drilling a Pilot Hole
146(1)
Measuring Bolt Depth
147(1)
Mount Placement
148(1)
Floor Mounting
149(1)
Wall Mounting
149(1)
Ceiling Mounting
150(3)
Mounting Malfunctions
153(2)
Safety Considerations
155(1)
Fire Safety
155(1)
Chapter Review
155(1)
Review Questions
156(2)
Answers
158(1)
Chapter 8 Rack Build
159(30)
Types of AV Racks
160(1)
Rack Styles
160(3)
Rack Sizes
163(1)
Rack Accessories
164(1)
Rack Elevation Diagrams
165(1)
Ergonomics
165(2)
Weight Distribution
167(1)
Cooling a Rack
168(1)
Building a Rack
169(1)
Rack Assembly
170(1)
Mounting Equipment
170(3)
Mounting Wireless Equipment
173(1)
Rack Wiring
173(1)
Block Diagrams
174(1)
Connecting Devices
174(1)
Power Distribution Within a Rack
175(1)
Rack Grounding
176(1)
Signal Separation Within a Rack
177(3)
Rack Dressing
180(2)
Rack Build Checklist
182(1)
Load-In
183(1)
Chapter Review
184(1)
Review Questions
184(2)
Answers
186(3)
Part IV AV Installation
Chapter 9 Audio Systems Installation
189(54)
Decibels
190(1)
Calculating Decibel Changes
191(1)
Decibel Reference Levels
191(1)
Perceived Sound Pressure Level
192(1)
Audio Signal Pathway
193(1)
Balanced and Unbalanced Circuits
194(2)
Audio Signal Levels
196(1)
Audio System Components
196(1)
Microphones
197(5)
Preamplifiers
202(1)
Audio Mixers
202(1)
Audio Processors
202(10)
Power Amplifiers
212(1)
Loudspeakers
213(1)
Loudspeaker Systems
214(1)
Installing Audio Components
215(1)
Microphone Installation
216(4)
Loudspeaker Installation
220(4)
Loudspeaker Installation Guidelines
224(1)
Direct-Coupled and Constant-Voltage Loudspeaker Wiring
224(1)
Direct-Coupled Loudspeakers
224(1)
Constant-Voltage Loudspeakers
225(2)
Loudspeaker Transformers
227(1)
Loudspeaker Taps
228(3)
Loudspeaker Wiring
231(1)
Series Loudspeaker Circuit
231(1)
Parallel Loudspeaker Circuit
232(1)
Connecting Loudspeakers
232(1)
Loudspeaker Impedance
233(1)
Impedance Meter
234(1)
Series Circuit Impedance Formula
234(1)
Parallel Circuit, Same Impedance Formula
235(1)
Parallel Circuit, Differing Impedance Formula
236(1)
Series/Parallel Combination Formula
236(3)
Chapter Review
239(1)
Review Questions
239(2)
Answers
241(2)
Chapter 10 Video Systems Installation
243(54)
Video Signals
244(1)
Video Terms and Concepts
244(1)
Aspect Ratio
245(1)
Frame Rate
245(1)
Refresh Rate
246(1)
Interlaced Scanning
246(1)
Progressive Scanning
247(1)
High-Definition Video Formats
247(1)
Analog Video
248(1)
Analog Video Signal Types
248(2)
Digital Video
250(1)
Digital Video Signal Types
250(1)
Video Transport
250(4)
Digital Video Bandwidth Requirements
254(1)
Signal Loss over Distance
255(1)
HDMI Repeaters
255(1)
Video System Components
256(1)
Cameras
257(2)
Video Signal Processors
259(2)
Media Servers
261(1)
Media Players/Recorders
261(1)
Projectors
261(3)
Video Projection Technologies
264(1)
Projection Screens
265(1)
Direct View Displays
266(2)
Video Wiring Schemes
268(1)
Direct Connection
268(1)
Looping Scheme
268(1)
Distributed Scheme
269(1)
Network Distribution Scheme
269(1)
Installing Video Source Components
270(1)
Cameras
270(1)
Media Players
270(1)
Media Servers
271(1)
BYOD Support Connections
271(1)
Installing Video-Processing Components
272(1)
Distribution Amplifiers
272(1)
Matrix Switcher
273(1)
Transmitters and Receivers
273(1)
Installing Video Display Components
274(1)
Front-Projection Screens
274(1)
Mounting an Electrically Operated Front-Projection Screen
275(1)
Mounting a Manual Wall-Mounted Projection Screen
276(2)
Rear-Projection Screens
278(1)
Rear-Screen Installation
279(1)
Rear-Screen Mirror Position
279(1)
Rear-Screen Mirror Mounting
280(1)
Projector Installation
281(1)
Projector Position
281(3)
Projector Offset
284(1)
Keystone Correction
285(1)
Ceiling-Mounted Projector
286(1)
Mounting a Projector to the Ceiling
286(3)
Flat-Panel Displays
289(2)
Chapter Review
291(1)
Review Questions
291(2)
Answers
293(4)
Part V System Setup, Verification, and Closeout
Chapter 11 Introduction to System Verification
297(24)
Standards Compliance
298(1)
Performance Verification Standard
298(1)
System Verification Process
299(2)
Regional Regulations
301(1)
Resources for Regional Codes
301(1)
Verification Tools
302(1)
Circuit Theory
302(1)
AC and DC Currents
303(1)
Circuits: Impedance and Resistance
304(3)
Verifying Wiring and Power
307(1)
System Wiring
307(1)
Powering the System On/Off
308(1)
Electrical Safety
308(1)
Verifying Power and Earthing/Grounding
309(1)
Power Distribution Basics
310(1)
Safety Earth/Ground
310(1)
Safety Reminders
311(1)
Troubleshooting Methods
312(1)
Step 1 Symptom Recognition and Elaboration
312(1)
Step 2 List and Localize the Faulty Function
313(2)
Step 3 Analysis
315(2)
Chapter Review
317(1)
Review Questions
317(2)
Answers
319(2)
Chapter 12 Networks
321(62)
Role of IT Network Managers
322(1)
Network Device Inventory
323(1)
Ports and Protocols
323(1)
Network Components
324(1)
Nodes and Connections
325(1)
Network Interface Controllers and MAC Addresses
325(1)
Network Devices
326(2)
The OSI Model
328(1)
Layers of the OSI Model
329(1)
The Layers
329(2)
Data Transmission and OSI
331(1)
Network Connections
331(1)
Copper Twisted-Pair Network Cables
331(1)
RJ-45 (8P8C) Connectors
332(1)
Fiber-Optic Cable
333(1)
Wi-Fi Connection
333(3)
Ethernet
336(1)
Local Area Networks
336(1)
Topology
337(2)
What Is Ethernet?
339(2)
Isolating LAN Devices
341(1)
AV over Networks
342(1)
AV over Ethernet
343(1)
AV over IP Networks
343(1)
AES67 Interoperability
344(1)
Dante
344(1)
SMPTE ST2110
344(1)
RAVENNA
345(1)
Crestron DM NVX
345(1)
AMX SVSI
345(1)
Extron NAV
346(1)
BlueRiver and SDVoE
346(1)
Q-SYS
346(1)
Wide Area Networks
347(1)
WAN Topologies
348(1)
Private and Public WANs
348(1)
Internet Protocol
349(1)
IP Addressing
350(1)
IPv4 Addressing
350(2)
Types of IP Addresses
352(2)
IPv6 Addresses
354(2)
Address Assignment
356(1)
Static and Dynamic IP Addresses
356(1)
Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol
357(1)
Reserve DHCP
357(1)
Automatic Private IP Addressing
358(1)
Domain Name System
359(1)
Internal Organizational DNS
360(1)
Internal DNS Adoption
360(1)
Transport Protocols
360(1)
TCP Transport
361(1)
UDP Transport
361(1)
TCP vs. UDP
362(1)
Ports
362(1)
The Host Layers
363(1)
The Session Layer
363(1)
The Presentation Layer
364(1)
The Application Layer
364(1)
Bandwidth
364(1)
Quality of Service
365(1)
DiffServ
365(1)
Security Technologies
366(1)
Network Access Control
367(1)
Firewall
367(2)
Network Verification and Troubleshooting
369(1)
Network Troubleshooting Tools
370(8)
Chapter Review
378(1)
Review Questions
379(2)
Answers
381(2)
Chapter 13 Audiovisual Control Systems
383(22)
Control Systems Overview
383(2)
Control System Functions
385(1)
User Interfaces
386(1)
Control System Hardware
387(1)
Firmware
387(1)
Control System Software
388(1)
Types of Control Systems
389(1)
Serial Data
389(1)
USB
390(1)
Network Control
390(1)
Contact Closure
390(1)
Infrared Control
391(1)
Radio-Frequency Control
392(1)
Control System Cable Tips
393(1)
Control System Signal-Flow Diagrams
394(1)
Installing Control Systems
395(1)
Installing Firmware
396(1)
Verifying the Control System
397(1)
Troubleshooting Control Systems
398(1)
Talking Control with the Customer
399(1)
Performance Verification Standard
399(2)
Chapter Review
401(1)
Review Questions
401(2)
Answers
403(2)
Chapter 14 Audio Gain and System Equalization
405(42)
Audio-Testing Tools
406(1)
Piezo Tweeter
406(1)
Audio Signal Generators
407(1)
Sound Pressure Level Meters
408(3)
Multimeter
411(1)
Measurement Microphone
411(1)
Oscilloscope
411(1)
Setting System Gain
412(1)
Importance of Setting System Gain
412(2)
Selecting a Method of Gain Structure
414(1)
Unity Gain Method
414(1)
Setting Unity Gain
414(2)
System Optimization Method
416(1)
The Benefits of Using the Optimization Method
417(1)
Setting Gain Using the System Optimization Method
417(1)
Setting Gain Structure for Audio DSPs
418(1)
Mixer Input Adjustments
419(1)
Microphone Input Adjustments
419(2)
Line Input Adjustments
421(1)
Power Amplifier Adjustments
422(1)
Audio Equalization
423(1)
Equalization Methods
423(2)
Single-Channel vs. Dual-Channel Measurements
425(1)
Room-Based Loudspeaker Measurements
425(2)
Real-Time Analyzer
427(1)
The RTA Method
427(1)
Preparation for the RTA Method
428(1)
Taking RTA Measurements
429(1)
Adjusting at the Equalizer
430(1)
Recommended Response Curves
430(3)
Dual-Channel FFT
433(1)
Using Dual-Channel FFT
433(1)
Tools for Using Dual-Channel FFT
433(2)
The Dual-Channel FFT Method
435(1)
Next Steps
436(1)
Reading a Comb Filter
436(1)
Adjusting for a Neutral Transfer Function
437(2)
Finishing the Equalization Process
439(1)
Performance Verification Standard
440(1)
Audio Performance Verification Items
440(4)
Chapter Review
444(1)
Review Questions
444(2)
Answers
446(1)
Chapter 15 Video System Setup and Verification
447(32)
Video Verification
448(1)
Introduction to EDID
448(1)
EDID Packets
448(1)
How EDID Works
449(1)
EDID Table
450(2)
EDID Troubleshooting
452(1)
EDID Tools
452(1)
Resolution Issues
453(1)
No Handshake, No Picture
453(1)
Switching Sources
453(1)
Managing EDID Solutions
454(1)
Building an EDID Strategy
454(1)
Digital Rights Management
454(1)
High-Bandwidth Digital Content Protection
455(1)
HDCP Interfaces
455(1)
How HDCP Works
455(1)
HDCP Device Authentication and Key Exchange
456(1)
HDCP Locality Check
456(1)
HDCP Session Key Exchange
457(1)
HDCP and Switchers
457(1)
HDCP Authentication with Repeaters
457(1)
HDCP Device Limits
458(1)
HDCP Troubleshooting
459(1)
Verifying the Video Signal Path
459(1)
Signal Extenders
460(1)
Verifying Video Sources
461(1)
Camera Adjustments
462(4)
Verifying Display Components
466(1)
Identify Display Parameters
466(1)
Set Contrast
467(1)
Set Chroma Level
467(1)
Image System Contrast
468(2)
Audio/Video Sync
470(1)
Verifying Audio/Video Sync
471(1)
Correcting Audio/Video Sync Errors
472(1)
Video Verification Checklists
472(3)
Chapter Review
475(1)
Review Questions
475(2)
Answers
477(2)
Chapter 16 Conducting System Closeout
479(14)
Performing Site Cleanup
480(1)
Refuse Management
480(1)
Cleaning a Screen
481(1)
Closeout Documentation
481(1)
Verification Standard for System Closeout
482(2)
Drawings of Record
484(1)
Operational Documentation
485(1)
Punch/Snag/Problem List
486(1)
Customer Training
486(2)
Customer Sign-off
488(1)
Chapter Review
488(1)
Review Questions
488(1)
Answers
489(4)
Part VI Ongoing Project Responsibilities
Chapter 17 Maintaining and Repairing Audiovisual Systems
493(14)
Troubleshooting
494(1)
Preparing to Troubleshoot
495(1)
Selecting a Strategy
496(1)
Troubleshooting in Live Events
497(1)
System Maintenance
497(1)
Preventive Maintenance
497(1)
Devising a Preventive Maintenance Schedule
497(3)
Creating a Maintenance Log
500(1)
Maintaining Your Tools
501(1)
Staying Sharp
501(1)
Staying Safe
502(1)
Staying Accurate
502(1)
Chapter Review
503(1)
Review Questions
504(1)
Answers
505(2)
Part VII Appendixes and Glossary
507(24)
Appendix A Math Formulas Used in AV Installations
509(10)
Using the Proper Order of Operations
509(1)
Steps to Solving Word Problems
509(1)
Step 1 Understand the Problem
510(1)
Step 2 Create a Plan
510(1)
Step 3 Execute Your Plan
511(1)
Step 4 Check Your Answer
512(1)
Rounding
512(1)
Some AV Math Formulas
513(6)
Appendix B AVIXA Standards
519(4)
Published Standards, Recommended Practices, and Technical Reports
519(2)
Standards in Development
521(2)
Appendix C AVIXA AV Standards Clearinghouse
523(2)
Appendix D Video Link
525(2)
Appendix E About the Online Content
527(4)
System Requirements
527(1)
Your Total Seminars Training Hub Account
527(1)
Privacy Notice
527(1)
Single User License Terms and Conditions
527(2)
Total Tester Online
529(1)
Technical Support
529(2)
Glossary 531(44)
Index 575
InfoComm International is the trade association representing the professional audiovisual and information communications industries worldwide. From offices around the world, InfoComm serves its members and the industry through: Education, including technical and business courses, in the classroom and online, resources, such as AV standards, thought pieces and market research, and through events, including local roundtables and international trade shows. Established in 1939, InfoComm has more than 5,000 members, including manufacturers, systems integrators, dealers and distributors, independent consultants, programmers, rental and staging companies, end-users and multimedia professionals from more than 80 countries.