Each week we aim to demystify the world of AV equipment and event services and reveal exactly what those techs are talking about. In this weeks #TechieTuesday we look at the Talk Back system, or ‘comms’ as they are more commonly know and find why it is essential to the smooth running of an event.
Each week we aim to demystify the world of AV equipment and event services lingo and reveal exactly what those techs are talking about. In this weeks #TechieTuesday we look at Talk Back system and find out why it is essential to the smooth running of an event.
AV Discipline: Show Operation
AV Category: AV Equipment
AV Jargon: InterCom, Comms, Head Set
Description:
A Talk Back system is a communication network that is used by Show Operators to share vital aspects of an event, ensuring all actions are performed in unison. With Show Operators positioned throughout a function space, you will find them wearing a headset allowing them to listen to the show call and contribute to the flow of information. Go video #3! Stage lights up! Microphone #2 up! These are all examples of the talk back communication.
The system comprises of any number of headsets and belt packs, which are allocated to each Show Operator including but not limited to camera, sound and lighting operators. At the heart of the system is the base station, which is typically located at the Control Desk for a central point of access.
The Talk Back system is capable of distributing multiple channels which allows for isolated communications. By allocating different channels, this helps to keep the information flow focused and relevant for the Show Operators. For example the audio operator does not need to hear the call for the Camera Operator to pull focus and change their shot.
Source: Clear-Com | Tempest 2400
Next week we look at aspect ratios for projection screens. If you have any words, terms or lingo you would like our AV experts to demystify for you please send your suggestions through to info@encore-anzpac.com
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