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To Surround Sound or NOT?: System Design Audio Considerations

Posted 12th of December, 2022
In this episode, we discuss considerations you need to account for when surround sound is involved. What are the different types of Audio in a digital and analog systemWhy is it so difficult to get HDMI audio on the second zone of an AVR?!What are some requirements and things to...

Networking Basics Part 4: VLANs

Posted 17th of February, 2021
Join the discussion with Brent and Adam on the fourth episode of our new series on the basics of networking: VLANsWhat is a LAN?What is a VLAN?How do we account for networking equipment problems? Stay tuned for the next live video webinar, every other Wednesday at 11am Eastern Ti...

Networking Basics Part 3: Networking Equipment

Posted 10th of February, 2021
Join the discussion with Brent and Adam on the third episode of our new series on the basics of networking: Networking EquipmentWhat are the different kinds of networking equipment?What equipment do you need?How do we account for networking equipment problems? Stay tuned for the...

Networking Basics Part 2: What is DHCP?

Posted 3rd of February, 2021
Join the discussion with Brent and Adam on the second episode of our new series on the basics of networking: What is DHCP?What is DHCP?Should you use DHCP?How do we fix DHCP problems? Stay tuned for the next live video webinar, every other Wednesday at 11am Eastern Time on the Me...

Networking Basics Part 1: What are IP and MAC addresses?

Posted 27th of January, 2021
Join the discussion with Brent and Adam on the first episode of our new series on the basics of networking: What are IP and MAC addresses?What is an IP address?What is a MAC address?How do we fix IP Address Problems? Stay tuned for the next live video webinar, every other Wednesd...

“My HDMI Doesn’t Work”: Troubleshooting HDM

Posted 6th of January, 2021
Join the discussion with Brent and Adam from Metra Home Theater Group on common problems with HDMI and how to troubleshoot and repair them. In this webinar, we answer:What are the most common HDMI problems?How do we find HDMI problems?How do we fix HDMI problems? Stay tuned for t...

What is HDR (High Dynamic Range)?

Posted 17th of December, 2020
Rudolph’s Nose, SO BRIGHT!: What is HDR? Join the discussion on what is HDR, HLG, or Dolby Vision and what do we need to do to ensure it works correctly?What is HDR?How does HDR work?How do we fix HDR Problems? Stay tuned for the next live video webinar, every other Wednesday at...

Who's on first, What's on second?: EDID Management in an HDMI System

Posted 9th of December, 2020
Join the discussion on the importance of managing the EDID of all the devices of an HDMI system.Recap: What is EDIDWhy should you manage EDID?How do we control EDID? Stay tuned for the next live video webinar, every other Wednesday at 11am Eastern Time on the Metra Home Theater G...

To Surround Sound or NOT?: System Design Audio Considerations

Posted 2nd of December, 2020
In this episode, we discuss considerations you need to account for when surround sound is involved.What are the different types of Audio in a digital and analog systemWhy is it so difficult to get HDMI audio on the second zone of an AVR?!What are some requirements and things to c...

Did IP kill the Analog Star?: Is Analog Surveillance still relevant?

Posted 18th of November, 2020
Join the discussion with Adam and Special Guest Jason Lundell - Director of Buying Groups and Southeast Regional Sales Manager while they discuss the relevance and value of analog camera systems in today's IP based worldWhich is Better; IP or Analog?Why would you want to use Anal...

Basics to TV Mount Installation

Posted 11th of November, 2020
Join us as we talk about the differences in TV mount types, what to prepare for when designing mounts, what tools you will need, and what tools you SHOULD bring with you.Picking the Right TV MountWhat to prepare for while picking out mountsWhat tools do you need/want for mounting...

Gaming on HDMI 2.1

Posted 4th of November, 2020
Join the discussion with Adam and Special Guest Kyle Cashwell - West Coast Territory Manager while they talk about how to prepare yourself and your clients for gaming in the HDMI 2.1 worldWhat does HDMI 2.1 mean for Gaming?What do you need to be ready for HDMI 2.1 Consoles and PC...

Fiber! It's What's for Dinner

Posted 28th of October, 2020
Join the discussion on when and how to use fiber for networking and/or AV connections.What is fiber and how does it work?What do you need to use fiber?What is the difference between fiber for Networking and Fiber for AV? Stay tuned for the next live video webinar, every other Wed...

Just all of 'em: How to Decipher MegaPixels

Posted 21st of October, 2020
Join the discussion on what exactly is a MegaPixel and how does it affect the bandwidth requirements of surveillance systems.What is a MegaPixel (MP)?Is a bigger MegaPixel number better?What size sensor should you use in your installation? Stay tuned for the next live video webin...

The Tell Tale Network: What is PoE?

Posted 14th of October, 2020
Join the discussion on Power over Ethernet, its different versions, and where should you use it in your surveillance systemHow does PoE work?What are the different types of PoE?What about PoC? Stay tuned for the next live video webinar, every other Wednesday at 11am Eastern Time...

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