CEDIA University Sessions - Day 1 - Wednesday, October 20, 2010

Session Pricing

THIS SESSION HAS BEEN CANCELLED

ESD111 Distributed Audio Systems Overview

The purpose of this course is to provide individuals new to the industry with an overview of distributed audio used in residential applications. This course outlines the basic principles and terminology associated with distributed audio. It also covers its typical uses, and methods of providing distributed audio, and common design goals and control considerations. At the conclusion of this course, participants should be able to:

• Define basic distributed audio terms
• Describe distributed audio principles
• List the various methods used in distributed audio

Cost: Member $125/Non-member $175
CEU Value: 3

Room: Berton Room 2

EST228 Introduction to Central Vacuum Systems

The purpose of this course is to provide participants with an overview of residential central vacuum systems. Many electronic systems contractors are now offering this popular, easy to install, product category to add to their bottom line. This course will discuss fundamental central vacuum system features, components, design, and installation practices. At the conclusion of this course, participants should be able to:

• Explain what a central vacuum system is and how it works
• Identify the components and features of a typical system
• Design and lay out a basic residential system per accepted industry standards
• Apply fundamental installation techniques, using the appropriate tools and materials

Cost: Member $79/Non-member $99
CEU Value: 1.5

Room: Berton Room 2

CEDIA University Sessions - Day 2 - Thursday, October 21, 2010

ESD131 Fundamentals of Home Theatre Design

The purpose of this course is to educate industry personnel on the basic terms, elements, and requirements of home theater design. This course examines the added value an experienced designer can bring to a project. It also covers all of the typical components in a theater system, and introduces participants to such design challenges as viewing distance, image size, and room acoustics. At the conclusion of this course, participants should be able to:

• Describe the technology used in custom home theaters
• Identify the goals of a properly designed theater system
• Describe the differences between a dedicated theater and a less formal media room
• Discuss the impact of other subsystems such as HVAC and lighting
• Identify typical acoustical challenges and their solutions

Cost: Member $125/Non-member $175
CEU Value: 3

Room: Berton Room 2

ESD223 Introduction to Lighting and Lighting Control

The purpose of this course is to educate participants in the general knowledge of the elements of a lighting installation in order to achieve the basic skills needed prior to configuring a lighting control system. This course instructs participants on load types, luminaries, measured versus perceived lighting, light dimming, and integrating lighting components in order to achieve the desired effect, physical layers for electrical supply, and lighting control. At the conclusion of this course, participants should be able to:

• Identify load types including incandescent, fluorescent, induction, high intensity discharge (HID), and light emitting diodes (LED)
• Classify luminaries by source, mounting, construction, application, and photometric characteristics
• Explain basic lighting control configuration, including the understanding of the electrical and control physical layers
• Explain how components should be put together to get them to work
• Describe the difference between switching, dimming, and dimming perception
• Describe the basic components of distributed audio
• Discuss control options

Cost: Member $79/Non-member $99
CEU Value: 1.5

Room: Berton Room 2

CEDIA is an international trade association of companies that specialize in designing and installing electronic systems for the home. The association was founded in September 1989 and has more than 3,500 member companies worldwide. CEDIA members are established and insured businesses with bona fide qualifications and experience in this specialized field. For more information on CEDIA, visit the association’s Web site at www.cedia.org. Please visit us at booth #910. 

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