Audio-Visual & Production Design Flashcards
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What does DMX stand for in event lighting control systems?
Answer: Digital Multiplex
DMX stands for Digital Multiplex and is the industry-standard protocol used to control stage lighting fixtures and effects.
Which microphone type is most appropriate for a keynote speaker who needs to move freely across a large stage?
Answer: Lavalier (lapel) wireless microphone
A lavalier wireless microphone clips to the speaker's clothing and transmits wirelessly, allowing complete freedom of movement while maintaining consistent audio pickup.
What is the primary purpose of a confidence monitor in event production?
Answer: To display the presenter's slides so they can see them while facing the audience
A confidence monitor faces the presenter and displays their slides or notes, allowing them to maintain eye contact with the audience without turning to look at the main rear screen.
In event projection, what does 'throw distance' refer to?
Answer: The distance between the projector lens and the projection surface
Throw distance is the measurement from the projector lens to the projection screen, which determines the image size achievable at a given zoom setting.
What is the standard broadcast video frame rate used in the United States?
Answer: 29.97 fps (30 fps)
The US standard for broadcast video is 29.97 frames per second (rounded to 30 fps), derived from the NTSC color standard.
What does audio 'mixing' refer to in live event production?
Answer: Balancing and blending multiple audio channels into a cohesive final output
Audio mixing is the process where an engineer balances individual sound sources in volume, EQ, and effects, then combines them into a cohesive stereo or multi-channel program output.
What is the purpose of a DI (Direct Injection) box in event audio production?
Answer: To convert an unbalanced high-impedance signal to a balanced low-impedance signal
A DI box converts an unbalanced, high-impedance signal (such as from a guitar or keyboard) to a balanced, low-impedance signal suitable for long cable runs to the mixing console without noise interference.