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Certified Technology Specialist – Installation Questions and Answers

Question 1

Which statement accurately describes what you should do when de-installing existing equipment?

Options:

A.

Dispose of equipment right away

B.

Remove the connecting cables

C.

Smash the hardware so that data cannot be stolen

D.

Call an electronic waste recycling contractor

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Question 2

A ____ is an electrical problem that has two points of failure.

Options:

A.

Ground-fault current path

B.

Short

C.

Ground-fault

D.

Line-to-ground

Question 3

_____ draws all the odd lines of a video signal from top to bottom, then all the even lines in the same order.

Options:

A.

The frame rate

B.

Interlaced scanning

C.

1080p

D.

Progressive scanning

Question 4

The minimum SAE grade rating recommended for AV mounts is:

Options:

A.

2

B.

>8

C.

5

D.

8

Question 5

When is a request for change (RFC) document used?

Options:

A.

when approval is needed to make changes in contracts, equipment, or system design

B.

any time documents, drawings, or samples, are sent to a receiving party

C.

after a change order has been approved and issued

D.

when questions first arise about an aspect of the project

Question 6

What does load limit refer to?

Options:

A.

The maximum wattage capacity of the power supply

B.

The weight rating of a component that should not be exceeded to avoid mounting failure

C.

The permissible weight that can be carried onto a job site

D.

The maximum impedance in a speaker circuit

Question 7

____ is the number of times per second a display - a monitor, television, or projector - will draw the image sent to it.

Options:

A.

Interlaced scanning

B.

Frame rate

C.

Refresh rate

D.

Progressive scanning

Question 8

Which type of control system provides device operation by opening or closing an electrical current or voltage loop?

Options:

A.

IR control

B.

Contact closure

C.

RF control

D.

Serial control

Question 9

Under normal circumstances, a ground wire carries _____.

Options:

A.

a line level signal

B.

a dangerously high voltage

C.

current to the main distribution panel

D.

no charge

Question 10

Typically, what type of connector finishes the shielded twisted pair cable?

Options:

A.

USB

B.

XLR

C.

RJ-45

D.

TRS

Question 11

Why should you avoid coiling power cables within a rack?

Options:

A.

A coiled cord can become permanently kinked.

B.

Coiling power cords create a powerful electromagnetic field, which interferes with lower signal levels.

C.

Coiled cables can make it difficult to service a rack.

D.

Coiled cables don't look very tidy in a finished rack.

Question 12

What function does a timesheet serve?

Options:

A.

They mark how much time is left to complete a project

B.

They help track how many man-hours have already been spent on the project

C.

They are only a way to receive payment after a project

D.

They show your client how much experience you have on that type of project

Question 13

If sound energy is absorbed by the materials in the space, it has _____.

Options:

A.

stopped existing

B.

disappeared

C.

been converted to heat

D.

Broken

Question 14

Native resolution is the ___ resolution for the display.

Options:

A.

downscaled

B.

modified

C.

optimized

D.

average pixel distribution

Question 15

Which of the following is allowed by a parametric equalizer?

Options:

A.

Numerous adjustment points

B.

A visual representation of the frequency adjustments

C.

Compatibility with audio mixers or DSP units

D.

Center frequency and bandwidth adjustments

Question 16

Equipment grounding involves ____.

Options:

A.

disconnecting ground pins to prevent noise

B.

making certain that noise does not flow on signal conductors

C.

tying all conductors to ground

D.

connecting metal conduits, boxes, cabinets, and enclosures to ground

Question 17

In the professional AV industry, the most common direct view displays are _____.

Options:

A.

video walls

B.

televisions

C.

monitors

D.

projection systems

Question 18

What connects two wires directly together?

Options:

A.

Closed end connectors

B.

HDMI connectors

C.

BNC connectors

D.

Butt splice connectors

Question 19

Which abbreviation on a drawing tells you that you will not need to install a specific display screen?

Options:

A.

OFOI

B.

OC

C.

OD

D.

NTS

Question 20

Which of the following is mic-level voltage?

Options:

A.

316 millivolts (-10dBV)

B.

1.23 volts (+4dBu)

C.

Up to about 100 volts

D.

0.3 to 1 millivolts (-60 to -50dBu)

Question 21

Which topics should not be covered in an end-user training session? (Choose all that apply.)

Options:

A.

How to turn the system on and off

B.

How to change the IP addresses of the devices

C.

How to switch between the various program sources

D.

How to use the control system interface

Question 22

Most transformers have multiple wires on the primary side that allow you to adjust the ____ each loudspeaker.

Options:

A.

Placement of

B.

Impedance of

C.

Wiring scheme for

D.

Voltage level to

Question 23

An element is __________.

Options:

A.

a group of pixels conveying an item of information

B.

20 pixels

C.

the height of a capital T

D.

the size of the display

Question 24

What are key considerations when determining projector placement? (Choose all that apply.)

Options:

A.

Throw distance

B.

Type of lens

C.

Offset value

D.

Standard deviation

Question 25

How could you secure a Blu-ray player in a rack for stability?

Options:

A.

With electrical tape

B.

With a mounting rail

C.

With a custom rack shelf and brackets

D.

It is unnecessary to secure equipment such as a Blu-ray player

Question 26

What are the primary colors of light?

Options:

A.

red, blue, and yellow

B.

red, blue, and white

C.

red, blue, and black

D.

red, blue, and green

Question 27

_____ are the result of a(n) _____ reflection.

Options:

A.

Echoes, early

B.

Wavelengths, diffuse

C.

Diffusions, small

D.

Echoes, late

Question 28

When mounting a 34kg (75lb) projector with a 7kg (15lb) mount, the substructure should be able to support a minimum weight of:

Options:

A.

82kg (180lb)

B.

41kg (90lb)

C.

204kg (450lb)

D.

122kg (270lb)

Question 29

Two common scales used on technical drawings are ____.

Options:

A.

1/4 inch and 1:25.75

B.

1/4 inch and 1:100

C.

1/3 inch and 1:225

D.

1/2 inch and 1:105

Question 30

Heat shrink tubing is used to:

Options:

A.

stabilize cable assemblies where the connector joins the cable

B.

Terminate a cable that is no longer in use

C.

Protect the cable from fire damage

D.

Add length to a cable that was terminated improperly

Question 31

What are best practices when evaluating facility conditions of a space that is ready for installation? (Select all that apply.)

Options:

A.

Note areas that may affect logistics

B.

Make sure the site is clean and dust-free

C.

Take pictures and document all existing conditions

D.

Note if you will need an extension ladder

Question 32

Which of the following are features of an audio signal generator? (Choose all that apply.)

Options:

A.

Generates sine wave and other signals used for setting system levels

B.

Usually has both 1 kHz and 400Hz signal outputs

C.

With a properly calibrated signal, can determine signal bit rate

D.

Can be helpful in measuring distortion

Question 33

What unit is used to express decibel changes in voltage in professional audio equipment?

Options:

A.

dB SPL

B.

dBu

C.

dBV

D.

dBm

Question 34

Before entering a construction site, safety coordination and requirements should be discussed with the:

Options:

A.

network contractor

B.

plumbing contractor

C.

general contractor

D.

electrical contractor

Question 35

How many conductors (pins) do most XLR connectors have?

Options:

A.

Three

B.

Four

C.

Five

D.

Two

Question 36

Different colors of light vary in __________.

Options:

A.

Wavelength

B.

Proportion

C.

Chromaticity

D.

Intensity

Question 37

When working with electrical systems, what should you do if two codes have conflicting requirements?

Options:

A.

Follow the guidelines from the most restrictive code

B.

Follow the guidelines from the most lenient code

C.

Consult the NEC handbook and do only what it says

D.

Ignore both of the codes and do the installation in a way that makes sense to you

Question 38

What kind of facility might use a sound masking system?

Options:

A.

gymnasium

B.

library

C.

hospital

D.

shopping mall

Question 39

Which of the following is true of rack cable service loops?

Options:

A.

They reduce feedback in an audio system.

B.

They provide flexibility in rack wiring.

C.

They increase the number of available inputs.

D.

They are caused by multiple paths to ground.

Question 40

Low impedance microphones _________.

Options:

A.

Are labelled as having less than 2000 ohms

B.

Are more susceptible to noise

C.

Allow for multiple microphones to be connected to the same amplifier

D.

Allow for longer cable runs

Question 41

The point at which power enters a building is called the _____.

Options:

A.

service entrance

B.

hot spot

C.

facility drop

D.

demark

Question 42

What should you do with the case number or barcodes of unloaded equipment?

Options:

A.

Peel them off the equipment so they can be reused on the next shipment

B.

Nothing - there is no value in saving barcode numbers

C.

Enter them into a logbook or inventory tracking system

D.

Tear or scratch them out so no one can see them

Question 43

How much pulling tension would a 24 AWG microphone cable with a 24 AWG signal cable shield drain wire be able to sustain?

Options:

A.

8.2 kilograms (18 pounds)

B.

5.4 kilograms (12 pounds)

C.

10.9 kilograms (24 pounds)

D.

7.2 kilograms (16 pounds)

Question 44

Impedance ratings of _____ ohms are common.

Options:

A.

8, 16 and 32

B.

4, 8 and 16

C.

2, 4 and 8

D.

4, 6 and 8

Question 45

Before submitting AV System drawings to external project stakeholders, the integrator should conduct an internal review of the drawings to ensure that _____.

Options:

A.

the lowest cost equipment that meets the client's need has been specified

B.

all of the required equipment is already in stock

C.

there are no discrepancies among the equipment list, drawings, and specifications

D.

all required system performance verification tests have been conducted

Question 46

What document is used to account for lost time due to other trades during a project?

Options:

A.

Punch list

B.

Daily Progress report

C.

RFI

D.

Submittals

Question 47

According to InfoComm best practices, why should you use pre-measured bolts when connecting a mounting bracket to a flat panel display?

Options:

A.

Bolts that are not pre-measured may pose a security risk

B.

Bolts that are too short will not secure the display

C.

Bolts that are too long can damage the mounting bracket

D.

Bolts that are too short can damage the wall

Question 48

Which of the following describes the number of cycles in a given time period?

Options:

A.

wavelength

B.

frequency

C.

amplitude

D.

Magnitude

Question 49

What piece of test equipment is used to measure speaker resistance in a 70v distributed audio system?

Options:

A.

Volt meter

B.

Pink noise generator

C.

Impedance bridge/meter

D.

Ohm meter

Question 50

On a projection screen, hot spotting appears as a _____.

Options:

A.

Bright area

B.

Burned image

C.

Red outline

D.

Grey pixels

Question 51

What are possible reasons for no picture on the screen? (Choose all that apply.)

Options:

A.

The display device is not plugged in.

B.

The source device is unable to read EDID data packets.

C.

The hot plug pin is unable to detect a display device.

D.

A switcher is intercepting the hot plug detection.

Question 52

Which of the following tasks should be done when you arrive on the jobsite for an installation?

Options:

A.

Plot the cable routes using site survey documentation

B.

Begin to assemble all of the AV racks

C.

Create an inventory list of everything you will need

D.

Install mounts and mount substructures

Question 53

What is the total impedance (rounded) of 10 loudspeakers tapped at 7.5 watts each in a 70v distributed system?

Options:

A.

65 ohms

B.

125 ohms

C.

8 ohms

D.

138 ohms

Question 54

An AV rack is a housing unit that _____ electronic equipment.

Options:

A.

protects and organizes

B.

identifies

C.

cools

D.

elevates

Question 55

Which of the following should you do with damaged electrical cable?

Options:

A.

refurbish it

B.

use it

C.

fix it

D.

dispose of it

Question 56

The second conductor of an unbalanced circuit _____.

Options:

A.

is a shield around the wire used as the electrical circuit's return path

B.

is an insulated wire which transports the signal

C.

has the same impedance as the first signal conductor

D.

carries an inverse image of the first signal conductor

Question 57

What are the five stages of the typical AV process lifecycle?

Options:

A.

Programming, executing, planning, installing, closing

B.

Programming, designing, installing, commissioning, training

C.

Designing, installing, planning, commissioning, training

D.

Initiating, planning, executing, control, closing

Question 58

As a general rule, never bend cable in a radius of less than _____.

Options:

A.

6 inches (15 cm)

B.

2 inches (5 cm)

C.

3 inches (8 cm)

D.

4 inches (10 cm)

Question 59

An analog computer video display signal has _____ parts.

Options:

A.

none

B.

three

C.

two

D.

Five

Question 60

When a live microphone is placed too close to a loudspeaker, ____ will occur.

Options:

A.

feedback

B.

buzzing

C.

static

D.

Amplification

Question 61

An AV Expert has the highest level of control when it comes to __________.

Options:

A.

Content

B.

Technology

C.

Budget

D.

Space

Question 62

Three major formats of digital connections are _____.

Options:

A.

DVI, HDMI, and DisplayPort

B.

DVI, HDVI, and DisplayPort

C.

DMI, HDMI, and DisplayPort

D.

DMI, HDVI, and DisplayPort

Question 63

_____ are required when multiple video sources must be displayed on different video displays, or in different zones.

Options:

A.

HDMI repeaters

B.

Looping schemes

C.

Thunderbolt adapters

D.

Matrix routing switchers

Question 64

Phantom power typically ranges from _____ VDC.

Options:

A.

5 to 35

B.

1 to 10

C.

12 to 48

D.

20 to 55

Question 65

Sound energy can reflect in either _____ fashion.

Options:

A.

backward or split

B.

direct or scattered

C.

reversed or diffused

D.

specular or broken

Question 66

In a BYOD setup, what will the end-user need to ensure future compatibility with their AV system?

Options:

A.

Thunderbolt cables

B.

Various adapters

C.

An iPhone®

D.

An RGBHV cable

Question 67

Which of the following is the best definition of aspect ratio?

Options:

A.

the ratio of image width to length

B.

the ratio of image width to height

C.

the ratio of image distance to height

D.

the ratio of image depth to distance

Question 68

A rack unit is equivalent to approximately ____.

Options:

A.

1.75in (44.5mm)

B.

2.25in (57mm)

C.

2in (51mm)

D.

1.5in (38mm)

Question 69

Which of these are layer 2 protocols commonly used to transport real-time media over a network? (Choose all that apply.)

Options:

A.

Dante

B.

UDP

C.

TCP

D.

AVB

Question 70

Which meter is often found in audio mixers?

Options:

A.

lux

B.

power

C.

PPM

D.

PDP

Question 71

Dynamic microphones are versatile because they _____.

Options:

A.

will handle high sound pressure levels

B.

are unbalanced

C.

use phantom power

D.

have lightweight ribbon capsules

Question 72

The number of ___ in the primary and secondary sides of a transformer determines the impedance and/or voltage ratio.

Options:

A.

Unused tap wires

B.

Ohms

C.

Coils of wire

D.

Loudspeaker taps

Question 73

Which of the following choices lists the correct pinouts for the T-568A end of a crossover network cable (pin 1-8):

Options:

A.

WGr, Gr, WOr, B, WB, Or, WBr, Br

B.

WOr, Or, WGr, B, WB, Gr, WBr, B

C.

Br, WBr, Or, WB, B, WOr, GR, WGr

D.

Gr, WGr, WOr, B, WB, Or, WBr, Br

Question 74

Lower sensitivity microphones _____.

Options:

A.

create considerable distortion

B.

are not designed to meet specific applications

C.

handle higher sound pressure levels

D.

are always of lesser quality

Question 75

Which set of drawings should you reference to view the ductwork that goes through the building?

Options:

A.

Architectural drawings

B.

Mechanical drawings

C.

System drawings

D.

Electrical drawings

Question 76

When training a customer on the operation of a touch panel interface, an example that the GUI is a good design that meets the customer's needs:

Options:

A.

The customer can easily step in and use the Touch Panel with little explanation

B.

The customer requires intensive training on the operation of the Touch panel

C.

The customer thinks the panel looks cool

D.

The customer wants only a few changes

Question 77

In a projected image, adding colors makes the image _____.

Options:

A.

dimmer

B.

brighter

C.

sharper

D.

Darker

Question 78

This conduit type forms a lightweight continuous flexible tube that offers the advantage of EMI protection.

Options:

A.

PVC

B.

Thinwall

C.

Rigid

D.

Flex

Question 79

OLEDs are _____ type devices.

Options:

A.

lenticular

B.

transmissive

C.

refractive

D.

Emissive

Question 80

The fill light does which of the following?

Options:

A.

lights the background

B.

is the brightest light on the subject

C.

fills in dark spots which are created

D.

shines on the subject's shoulders and hair

Question 81

If you go up one octave from 250 Hz, you arrive at _____.

Options:

A.

251 Hz

B.

125 Hz

C.

500 Hz

D.

1250 Hz

Question 82

Oscillating symbol 'tilde' ~ with Resistor IMAGE

WHAT IS IS?

Options:

A.

AC Circuit

B.

DC Circuit

C.

Series Circuit

D.

Parallel Circuit

Question 83

Where should you bundle a permanently attached power cord in a rack?

Options:

A.

With microphone cables

B.

Separately from all other cords and cables

C.

In the center of a bundle of mixed cables

D.

With other power cords

Question 84

How do you determine bolt depth?

Options:

A.

Insert a tool or screw driver into the mounting hole in the electronic device as a depth gauge.

B.

Drill a screw into the mounting hole and pull on it to see if it seems sturdy. If it doesn't move, it's safe to use.

C.

Insert different bolt types in the mounting hole until you find one that seems to turn easily in the hole.

D.

Thread a long bolt into the mounting hole and turn it until it becomes difficult to turn, and then mark the threads of a bolt.

Question 85

LCDs first pass light through a ____, which blocks certain light waves.

Options:

A.

resistor network

B.

transistor mask

C.

pixel grid

D.

polarizer

Question 86

DISCAS addresses the following viewing categories:

Options:

A.

Passive Viewing

B.

Basic Decision Making

C.

Analytical Decision Making

D.

Full Motion Video

Question 87

Which component would you use to distribute video from multiple sources to many displays or in different zones?

Options:

A.

Distribution amplifier

B.

Scan converter

C.

Matrix switcher

D.

Scaler

Question 88

Why do wall-mounted racks with swing-out glass doors require special attention during installation? (Choose all that apply.)

Options:

A.

The swing-out door could jam in the carpet.

B.

The door may require installation before mounting the equipment.

C.

The door could pinch the cables.

D.

The door gets in the way of mounting the equipment.

Question 89

Wavelength and frequency determine the __________ of sound, while amplitude determines the __________.

Options:

A.

Volume; speed

B.

Volume; tone

C.

Speed; tone

D.

Pitch; volume

Question 90

What is the function of cable shielding?

Options:

A.

It allows current and voltage to pass through a cable

B.

It insulates multiple conductors so live wires won't touch each other

C.

It protects a signal from electromagnetic interference

D.

It gives cable greater flexibility and protects it from breaking

Question 91

What sort of document tells you where and how to install audio components?

Options:

A.

Reflected ceiling plans

B.

Detail drawings

C.

System flow diagram

D.

Request for Information document

Question 92

Checking an electrical system for a _____ should only be performed with the aid of a qualified electrician.

Options:

A.

Hot/neutral swap

B.

Open ground-wiring error

C.

Hot/ground swap

D.

Neutral/ground swap

Question 93

In an electrical power distribution installation, the safety earth/ground connects to: (Choose all that apply.)

Options:

A.

the ground (planet Earth)

B.

raceways, ducts, conduit, and cable trays

C.

exposed conductive parts of the installation

D.

equipment racks

Question 94

What mechanism scans light across the screen in a laser projector?

Options:

A.

MMSE mirror

B.

MMES mirror

C.

SMME mirror

D.

MEMS mirror

Question 95

Where should a line driver be installed?

Options:

A.

In the middle of the signal pathway

B.

Near the destination

C.

By the source of the noise

D.

Near the source

Question 96

Besides a power switch, what else can modern amplifiers have?

Options:

A.

input sensitivity controls and digital signal processing

B.

line levelers and network monitoring

C.

distortion suppressors and input sensitivity controls

D.

voltage regulators and digital signal processing

Question 97

What type of termination technique is used for a solid conductor RJ45 connector?

Options:

A.

Solder

B.

Crimp

C.

Insulation displacement

D.

Compression

Question 98

Which of the following documents should an AV integrator submit in the event that a manufacturer has discontinued a projector model?

Options:

A.

Letter of transmittal

B.

Progress report (PR)

C.

Request for change (RFC)

D.

Construction change directive (CCD)

Question 99

Rack blanks serve two functions: aesthetics and _____.

Options:

A.

air flow control

B.

reinforcement of the structural integrity of the rack

C.

weight distribution

D.

supporting equipment that is not long enough to reach the rear rack rails

Question 100

One obstacle to the usage of OLEDs is their ____.

Options:

A.

size

B.

short life span

C.

install requirements

D.

expensive price

Question 101

If the measured power in a circuit is 5W, and the current is 1.5 amps, what is the voltage?

Options:

A.

4 V

B.

0.3 V

C.

7.5 V

D.

3.3 V

Question 102

The amplifier comes right before _____ in the audio system chain.

Options:

A.

the loudspeakers

B.

everything

C.

the audio processor

D.

the equalizer

Question 103

Perceived illumination decreases by _____ when the distance from a light source is doubled.

Options:

A.

75%

B.

95%

C.

50%

D.

25%

Question 104

Which sequence of numbers depicts part of a logarithmic scale?

Options:

A.

1, 2, 3, 5, 8

B.

1, 10, 100, 1000

C.

1, 2, 3, 4

D.

1, 13, 26, 49

Question 105

The projector offset is:

Options:

A.

The position of the projector with respect to the seating area.

B.

The orientation of the projector on the horizontal axis.

C.

The position of the projector with respect to the exact center of the screen.

D.

The orientation of the projector on the vertical axis.

Question 106

Before installation begins, it is most important to:

Options:

A.

Have a clear understanding of the scope of work

B.

Ensure all equipment is delivered

C.

Verify the power requirements

D.

Check the cable inventory

Question 107

Which type of conduit is the best choice for an electronically noisy environment because it offers physical and EMI protection?

Options:

A.

Intermediate Metal Conduit (IMC)

B.

Electrical Metallic Tubing (EMT or thinwall)

C.

Flexible Metal Conduit (Flex)

D.

Rigid Metal Conduit (RMC)

Question 108

There are three loudspeakers wired in parallel, and each loudspeaker's impedance is 8 ohms. Calculate the impedance of this circuit.

Options:

A.

4 ohms

B.

0.375 ohms

C.

24 ohms

D.

2.7 ohms

Question 109

Which device provides a direct physical connection between multiple nodes?

Options:

A.

Bridge

B.

Router

C.

Switch

D.

Gateway

Question 110

Pressurization cools a rack by _____.

Options:

A.

forcing cool air out through the top vents

B.

creating a vacuum, drawing warmer air out of the rack

C.

blowing cooler air into the rack with fans

D.

pulling cool air directly from the room's HVAC into a rack

Question 111

The total impedance of a circuit wired in series is represented by the formula _____.

Options:

A.

P = I * E

B.

ZT =1 / [(1 / Z1) + (1 / Z2) + (1 / Z3) ... + (1 / ZN)]

C.

ZT = Z1 + Z2 + Z3 ... + ZN

D.

ZT =1 / (Z1 + Z2 + Z3 ...+ ZN)

Question 112

When plotting a cable route, where should you place the cable?

Options:

A.

Close to fluorescent lighting

B.

Away from EMI sources

C.

Near motors or fans

D.

Along complicated pathways

Question 113

A technician is servicing a projector with a problematic RGBHV input. The image has a magenta hue. What is the cause for the magenta hue?

Options:

A.

Loss of horizontal sync

B.

Loss of vertical sync

C.

Lamp is reaching end of life

D.

Loss of green signal

Question 114

Which is an RS232 parameter?

Options:

A.

Parity

B.

Bandwidth

C.

Subnet mask

D.

Polarity

Question 115

For an ethernet cable (UTP) to meet certification standards, the maximum length is

Options:

A.

98' or 30m

B.

328' or 100m

C.

492' or 150m

D.

984' or 300m

Question 116

What will a stakeholder analysis help you identify?

Options:

A.

The original timeline for the project

B.

The changes that were made to the architectural drawings

C.

The client's concerns and fears about the AV system

D.

The GCs budget for the AV system

Question 117

It is a best practice to choose a mount with a safety factor of at least _____.

Options:

A.

2

B.

4

C.

5

D.

8

Question 118

A projector weighing 195 kilograms (429 pounds) should be mounted only to what type of surface?

Options:

A.

Ceiling tile of an auditorium

B.

Front wall in a classroom

C.

Drywall in conference room

D.

Building structural support or blocking

Question 119

To find the aspect ratio of a screen, you must _____.

Options:

A.

divide the screen width by the screen length

B.

multiply the aspect ratio by the screen height

C.

substitute the width or height in the formula

D.

divide the screen width by the screen height

Question 120

In a loudspeaker circuit, what color wire carries the negative (-) current?

Options:

A.

Red

B.

White

C.

Black

D.

Grey

Question 121

In which situations or environments is the system optimization method of gain adjustment preferable to the unity gain method? (Choose all that apply.)

Options:

A.

In performing arts centers and lecture halls

B.

For installations with short deadlines

C.

For systems with 750m V input signal levels

D.

Where clipping levels will not vary within the system

Question 122

What type of cables are most susceptible to becoming damaged if bend radius is exceeded?

Options:

A.

Shielded twisted pair and speaker cable

B.

Fiber optic and coax

C.

CAT5e unshielded twisted pair and microphone cable

D.

Microphone cable and shielded twisted pair

Question 123

Which of the following are limitations of an IR control system? (Choose all that apply.)

Options:

A.

It does not provide feedback that commands have been executed.

B.

It requires direct line of sight to the device's control point.

C.

It may be subject to interference from ambient light.

D.

It always requires batteries.

Question 124

In the OSI Model, Ethernet and switches are elements of:

Options:

A.

layer 7, the Application layer

B.

layer 4, the Transport layer

C.

layer 5, the Session layer

D.

layer 2, the Data Link layer

Question 125

The ____ prevents an electric front projection screen from rising too much.

Options:

A.

Down limit switch

B.

Full wrap switch

C.

Batten

D.

Up limit switch

Question 126

How can you secure cargo on a truck?

Options:

A.

Remove the load bars from the truck once the equipment has been packed

B.

Completely fill carts to minimize time spent loading and unloading

C.

Group heavy equipment near the back tires to protect the driver

D.

Use straps to prevent the load from shifting during transit

Question 127

Which set of drawings would you reference to locate the power outlet for a video display?

Options:

A.

Structural drawings

B.

Mechanical drawings

C.

Electrical drawings

D.

System drawings

Question 128

Which of the following factors is not related to the correct drilling of a pilot hole for mounting AV equipment?

Options:

A.

Location of wires

B.

Ambient temperature

C.

Length of screw

D.

Diameter of screw

Question 129

You should use _____ to permanently secure cables in a rack.

Options:

A.

Wire ties

B.

Gaffer's tape

C.

Velcro fasteners

D.

Electrical tape

Question 130

A ______ is a "seamless switcher" that synchronizes video transitions when in vertical retrace to ensure that transitions between sources are clean.

Options:

A.

Crash Switcher

B.

Vertical Interval Switcher

C.

Matrix routing switcher

D.

Distribution Amplifier

Question 131

The two Ethernet standards for an 8-pin modular connector (sometimes called an RJ45) termination are:

Options:

A.

RJ45A and RJ45B

B.

E423A and E423B

C.

RJ45B and RJ11A

D.

T568A and T568B

Question 132

Numerous, persistent reflections of sound are called _____.

Options:

A.

directional sound

B.

surface reflection

C.

reverberation

D.

echo

Question 133

What causes the majority of problems in electronic systems?

Options:

A.

The end user

B.

An impedance mismatch between devices

C.

Faulty connections

D.

Poorly written system documentation

Question 134

Each loudspeaker in a constant voltage system has a _____ mounted to it.

Options:

A.

tap

B.

transductor

C.

transmitter

D.

transformer

Question 135

The advantages of using a dual-channel FFT analyzer to adjust equalization include: (Choose all that apply.)

Options:

A.

viewing the sound spectrum in both the frequency and time domain

B.

identifying reflections in the room and isolating only the signals you want to measure

C.

being less complicated than the RTA method

D.

the ability to be optimized for different types of music

Question 136

Horizontal-sync pulses time the edges of an image by defining the point where pixels _____.

Options:

A.

end on the right side of the screen

B.

begin and end at the top and bottom of the screen

C.

begin on the left side of the screen

Question 137

What type of fiber termination has an insert and twist connection?

Options:

A.

Hermaphroditic

B.

BNC

C.

ST

D.

LC

Question 138

What type of rack would you use for an AV event at a remote location?

Options:

A.

Stand-alone rack

B.

Open-frame (gangable) rack

C.

Portable rack with casters

D.

Portable shock-mounted rack with casters

Question 139

Heat dissipated by equipment in an AV rack is measured in:

Options:

A.

Degrees

B.

Coulombs

C.

BTU/H

D.

Watts

Question 140

The primary purpose of a sound masking system is to _____.

Options:

A.

support a pseudo-random noise generator in ceiling loudspeakers

B.

increase background noise levels to increase privacy

C.

create a non-reverberant environment so conversations can be overheard

D.

increase efficiency in the workforce by reducing noise

Question 141

What is industry best practice for ensuring that all equipment has been delivered to the site for an AV event?

Options:

A.

Selected equipment is matched to the shipping manifest

B.

One person should be in charge of everything

C.

All delivery personnel should be assigned a color coded area

D.

All equipment should be weighed

Question 142

When dealing with an argumentative customer, what is the best way to understand why they are rejecting your suggestions?

Options:

A.

Hold your position as the AV expert until they respect your expertise

B.

Listen to what the customer is saying without interrupting them

C.

Keep pressing your suggestions until the customer understands

D.

Let them verbally assault you until you understand what they want

Question 143

Which of the following is an essential deliverable before sign-off?

Options:

A.

A punch/snag/problem list

B.

A clean site

C.

Referral solicitations

D.

Redundant cables

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Exam Code: CTS-I
Last Update: Aug 18, 2025
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