Convention Center AV Equipment Checklist

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This Template was installed 2 times.

Pre-Event Inspection & Preparation

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Initial assessment and setup before any events are scheduled. Focuses on general functionality and readiness.

Last Full System Test Date

Total Number of Functional Microphones Verified

Number of Projector Lamps Remaining (Estimate)

Overall System Status

Notes on Pre-Existing Issues or Concerns

Location of Emergency Power Backup System

Upload of Previous Inspection Report (if available)

Scheduled Time for Next Preventative Maintenance

Projection & Display Systems

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Covers all projectors, screens, monitors, and related components.

Projector Lamp Hours (Main Projector)

Projector Lamp Hours (Backup Projector)

Projector Status (Main)

Screen Condition

Notes on Projector/Screen Condition

Aspect Ratio Functionality

Last Calibration Date

Connectivity Issues?

Audio Systems

3 of 8

Encompasses microphones, speakers, amplifiers, mixing consoles, and sound reinforcement equipment.

Microphone Quantity (Wireless)

Microphone Quantity (Wired)

Mixer Model

Mixer Notes (Functionality, issues, etc.)

Speaker System Configuration

Number of Speaker Cabinets Checked

Speaker Issues Found (Select all that apply)

Last Amplifier Serviced

Last Microphone Battery Change

Lighting Systems

4 of 8

Includes stage lighting, architectural lighting, and related control systems.

Number of Working LED Pars

Number of Functional Spotlights

Dimmer System Functionality

Lighting Console Type

Notes on Lighting Console Configuration or Issues

Number of Replacement Gobos Available

Condition of Lighting Cables

Last Lighting System Maintenance Date

Control Systems & Connectivity

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Focuses on AV control systems, cabling, network infrastructure, and signal distribution.

Network Switch Port Count Available

Control System Software Version

Connectivity Ports Available (Check All That Apply)

Network IP Address (Main Control System)

Last Firmware Update Date (Control System)

Notes/Observations on Control System Functionality

Power & Electrical

6 of 8

Covers power distribution units (PDUs), outlets, surge protection, and electrical safety.

PDU Total Capacity (Amps)

PDU Available Capacity (Amps)

Number of Functioning Outlets Verified

Surge Protection Status

Dedicated Circuit Breaker Verified?

Last Electrical Safety Inspection Date

Notes on Power/Electrical Issues

Voltage Reading (Volts)

Staging & Support Structures

7 of 8

Addresses the physical infrastructure supporting AV equipment, like platforms, risers, and rigging points.

Maximum Load Capacity of Stage (lbs)

Number of Rigging Points Available

Stage Surface Condition (Pre-Event)

Riser Condition (Pre-Event)

Height of Lowest Stage Level (inches)

Notes on Stage/Riser Condition (e.g., damage, repairs needed)

Trussing/Rigging Certification Status

Last Rigging Inspection Date

Post-Event Inspection & Maintenance

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Evaluation and maintenance activities to be performed after an event concludes.

Projector Lamp Usage Hours (Total)

Notes on Unusual Sounds/Issues

Screen Condition (After Event)

Date of Last Microphone Cleaning

Areas Requiring Cleaning (Check all that apply)

Quantity of Damaged or Missing Cables

Detailed Description of Any Equipment Damage

Overall Equipment Condition

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