Understanding Multicast Without the Buzzwords | AV Under the Hood

Multicast is one of the most misunderstood concepts in AV-over-IP, often explained through acronyms before anyone explains why it matters. In this installment of AV Under the Hood, Dustin Myers takes a practical, AV-focused approach to multicast, showing how a single stream can reach countless displays without overwhelming the network. Along the way, he demystifies concepts like IGMP Snooping and the IGMP Querier, helping readers understand not just how multicast works, but the problem it was designed to solve. Read More

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August 4, 2026

Managing AV Lifecycle Planning | Troy Story

Managing aging AV technology is a constant challenge in higher education. In this edition of Troy Story, Troy Powers explores the realities of AV lifecycle management, from balancing limited budgets and competing priorities to making the case for critical upgrades. Learn how strategic planning, data-driven advocacy, and even the occasional system failure can help secure funding and keep campus technology running smoothly. Read More

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July 31, 2026

Business Starts with Listening | Business of AV with Joe Way

This conversation wasn’t supposed to happen. But thankfully it did. Nancy Blanchard and I logged on to record an episode of The AV Life Podcast, but it turns out Tim canceled shortly before we started, and due to timezones and meetings, I didn’t catch it. And well, we were already there with microphones on and drinks... Read More

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July 27, 2026

Coming Home to the Fundamentals of Higher Education Audio | Sound Perspective

Teddy Murphy takes readers back to the fundamentals of audio in higher education AV. From following the signal and understanding gain structure to microphone placement, room acoustics, feedback, and lecture capture, Murphy reflects on the lessons that continue to matter no matter how advanced our systems become. Sometimes the most effective troubleshooting tool is not a new platform or piece of equipment. It is a solid understanding of the basics. Read More

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July 24, 2026

High-Performing Teams Are Not An Accident | Business of AV with Joe Way

The audiovisual industry is filled with brilliant people. We have engineers who can solve problems no one else sees, technicians who can rescue a live event under impossible conditions, designers who can translate complex requirements into elegant systems, and sales professionals who help us understand how to move ideas from possibility to reality. What we... Read More

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July 23, 2026

AVoIP Isn’t Magic, It’s Just Packets | AV Under the Hood

AVoIP can seem like magic until you understand what's happening behind the scenes. In this installment of AV Under the Hood, Dustin Myers breaks down how video becomes packets, why networks only see data, and what AV professionals need to know to better understand modern AV systems. Read More

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