Month / September 2019

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AV Planning Guide

When planning for an event or presentation it is a good idea to consider an Audio Visual service. It can be difficult to know exactly where to start, below we’ll outline a starting point to help your AV team get the information they need to execute your event or presentation flawlessly. Start by asking yourself a few questions about your event.

How big is this event?

Knowing the number of attendees will be a major factor in the equipment and staff needed for the event. The venue size is also important to note, as sound carries differently in larger rooms than in smaller rooms, and indoors versus outdoors. The size of your event can also influence the visual components. Bigger events may need large screens to broadcast visuals to the entire audience without obstruction. 

What kind of event is this?

Knowing the line up of your event is crucial. If the event is showcasing speakers or presentations you may want to consider wireless microphones. If your event is showcasing musical performances of any kind you may need larger speakers or microphone stands.  Perhaps you want to magnify the speaker onto screens so their face can be seen by everyone, or you could stream the performance to be seen world-wide!  

When is your event taking place, and in what conditions?

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If your venue has windows and your event is during the day there would be no need for additional lighting, however there are plenty of situations where you would want to light your subject. If your event is taking place outdoors at night, or even indoors in dim lighting you may need stage lights in order to showcase your speaker and set them apart from the audience. Perhaps you are interested in colorful lighting to convey mood or enhance your performance.

 

Do you want a recording of your event?

This is a factor that is often overlooked but can be very valuable. Maybe you would like to keep the video to use for training purposes later on, or potentially hand out a recording of the event as a keepsake for the guests. Having one or more cameras documenting the event is an investment you may want to consider. 

 

All of these things are important to contemplate when planning for an event. Although it can seem overwhelming at first Oncore AV is here to assist you, and specializes in designing a setup to fit your specific needs. Reach out to our sales team today to get the assistance you need to make your event perfect! 

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AV Tips for Presenters

Whether you are watching or presenting, it’s likely you’ve experienced the uncomfortable moment of a presentation having ‘technical difficulties.’ A video won’t play, the projector won’t turn on, the audience can’t hear the presenter, etc. The list of potential problems is a long one, and although sometimes these events are unavoidable, there are several things you can do as a presenter to help the audio-visual components run smoothly. 

Number one: Practice makes perfect! Running through your presentation before you are in front of an audience is crucial. Run-throughs not only help to calm your nerves, but also gives the AV Technicians a feel for your pace and a chance to test the equipment and work out any potential issues beforehand. 

Number two: Back it up! Having two copies of your presentation eliminates any possibility of losing your information. The ideal places to store your presentation are online, and on a “hard copy.” For example, saving on both google drive and a flash drive.

Number three: Dress to impress! Surprisingly, what you wear can have an effect on the AV aspects of your presentation. Patterned shirts, such as pinstripes or small polka dots can appear blurry or grainy on video. Also, keep in mind you may have to attach a microphone to your clothing. Articles like turtlenecks and bulky sweaters can be difficult to mic, and clothing without pockets or belts will be nearly impossible to attach a battery pack to. 

Number four: Speak up! There is only so much a microphone can do to enhance your sound. Whispering closely into a mic can create feedback and make it even more difficult for the audience to hear you. A good rule of thumb for handheld microphones is to hold the mic approximately two to three inches diagonally from your face, tipped up so the audience can see your face! This will send your sound directly into the mic and give you a crisp, clear voice. 

Having an Audio Visual company, like Oncore AV,  assist with your presentations can help insure that everything runs smoothly. Taking some of the set up and preparations off of your plate can free you up to focus more on your content. Having a technician can boost your confidence that everything will run smoothly, and gives you peace of mind knowing that we have your back! Keep these tips in mind to help your AV technicians insure you have a great presentation.