AV SuperFriends: Off the Rails - We can’t be accountable for someone else’s stupidity
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Recorded May 16, 2025 In this episode, the gang holds a lively discussion about the joys and challenges of inheriting AV spaces in higher education. Chris, Jamie, Marc, Larry, and Justin share their experiences with unexpected AV setups, from poorly designed classrooms to over-engineered systems that leave everyone scratching their heads. They explore the complexities of managing these inherited spaces, the importance of maintaining functionality, and the sometimes messy reality of integrating new technology into old systems. The team also looks ahead to InfoComm 2025, sharing what they hope to find and learn, including the latest trends in USB-C technology, AI in AV, and the ongoing quest for interoperability in AVoIP systems. Tune in for a blend of humor, industry insights, and a peek into the future of AV technology in higher education. If you enjoy this episode, please share it with your colleagues and consider supporting the AV SuperFriends!

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I needed the whole kaboodle

The addition of the widgets

Is there a disco ball?

An even smaller bed

Modesty panel

Somehow it got in there

We weren’t super thrilled with it

Paid by a percentage of the standard BoM

Pile of Menagerie

Spread them wider in your area

Because of who’s involved and how we get paid

Massaging it to fit

Your flavor of VGA

OMG guys!

Subway punch card

They’re going to have to wait

We’re going to go through your systems and take things out

We can get in it; we can fix it

I’ll tell you what you could do

Barrell around it

Lipstick on a pig

The front door of the university

Do all the wizbang

The device

Raw connectivity

They don’t like your kitchen

87.5% BS

My USB device has AI on it

Ports and protocols

The China Side

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