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Ben Lockwood

Ben Lockwood has been working in event technology for the past two decades as both an event planner and vendor; facilitating the AV/IT needs of hundreds of events— small and large, domestic and international. A firm believer that "working hard" should coexist with "working happily," his favorite activity is helping leaders boost staff morale and preventing event professionals from getting burnt out. In addition to event tech consulting, his working hours are filled with speaking engagements, stress/anxiety-reduction workshops, and stand-up comedy. When off the stage, Ben can usually be found by following the trail of adult-sized Heelys.

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Guide to AV over IP: Everything You Should Know

AV over IP represents a significant shift in audiovisual technology, enabling the transmission of audio and video signals over standard network infrastructure. This transition offers enhanced flexibility, scalability, and cost-effectiveness, meeting the demands for high-quality content distribution in remote and hybrid environments.

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Audio Over IP Best Practices: Essential Tips for Pro AV Technicians

Audio over IP (AoIP) revolutionizes professional audio workflows with flexibility, scalability, and cost-efficiency. This guide covers best practices, protocols, and tools to design reliable, future-ready AoIP systems.

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LED Signage: Should Your Company Make the Switch to Digital?

The progression of signage technology, from stone carvings to LED displays, has revolutionized event communication. Modern LED signs offer unmatched brightness, energy efficiency, and interactive features, enhancing attendee engagement. Though upfront costs are higher, the long-term benefits and sustainability make LED signage invaluable.

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Optimizing a Small Conference Room with Essential AV Equipment

Small conference rooms thrive with the right AV setup—clear audio, quality displays, and versatile cameras. Opt for user-friendly, budget-conscious systems for hybrid meetings and future adaptability.

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HDBaseT for IT Professionals: Uses, Benefits, and Considerations

HDBaseT is a connectivity standard transmitting HD video, audio, power, Ethernet, USB, and control signals over a single Cat5e/6 cable. It seamlessly integrates AV and IT systems, offering a cost-effective solution. Perfect for corporate, educational, and commercial environments, HDBaseT ensures high-quality, zero-latency connections across long distances.

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Maximizing Impact: The Benefits of Digital Signage Plasma Screens

Plasma digital signage screens offer superior contrast, wide viewing angles, and top motion handling, ideal for retail and transit hubs. They give clear visuals and vibrant colors due to self-emissive technology. Modern advances tackle image retention, offering a cost-effective 24/7 solution for operations that need a steady performance and engaging imagery.

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How to Fix Packet Loss

Packet loss is a critical issue in AV/IT systems, causing audio dropouts and video glitches, and requires thorough understanding and a multifaceted approach for resolution. AV/IT professionals must identify causes, symptoms, and solutions to mitigate packet loss and ensure optimal network performance.