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🔥 Richard Mitchell

@avmeiser.bsky.social

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I'm an AV Engineering and Design Manager at "THE dark blue" university, specializing in audiovisual solutions and data analytics. Passionate about solving complex tech challenges, I also take great pride in my role as a husband and father.

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🔥 Richard Mitchell @avmeiser.bsky.social · 26d

Manufacturer: Do not put this device on the open Internet.
Me: That makes perfect sense.

Manufacturer: Do not put this device on your corporate network.
Me: Ok... ok ok ok. Why...

🔥 Richard Mitchell @avmeiser.bsky.social · 28d

DormProof should 100% be a brand of displays... "If it can survive in a dorm common area, it can survive anywhere!"
- 4 Dummy HDMI input
- Loud pinball "tilt" sound if any tampering is detected
- Coated in JB Weld and broken glass for your protection

🔥 Richard Mitchell @avmeiser.bsky.social · Sep 9

Who asked for a phone this thin? Honestly, I'd take a phone that's 20% thicker if it meant I got an extra day of charge.

🔥 Richard Mitchell @avmeiser.bsky.social · Aug 31

It's coming around... slowly.

🔥 Richard Mitchell @avmeiser.bsky.social · Aug 31

NO... just no.

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🔥 Richard Mitchell @avmeiser.bsky.social · Aug 31

Advanced Audio Commissioning: It's one of the things that doesn't fit nicely under the Information Technology umbrella, usually requires years of experience and training... It's impressive when you see it in action! #AVinTheAM

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🔥 Richard Mitchell @avmeiser.bsky.social · Aug 31

Reporting/Monitoring: As my team delves deeper into open-source AV monitoring, there is a lot of noise. One tedious task is filtering out all the false positives, etc., and creating a report... sigh. And don't get me started on ticket resolution documentation! #AVinTheAM

🔥 Richard Mitchell @avmeiser.bsky.social · Aug 31

A Good Quality Power Conditioner: It embodies AV in many ways... when it works, nobody cares. BUT, the moment it doesn't work - or worse, you don't have one when you need one - BOOM!

"Geeee Chuck... perhaps we should have purchased the good power conditioner vs. the $35 one!"

#AVinTheAM

🔥 Richard Mitchell @avmeiser.bsky.social · Aug 31

USB-C: The fact that a $140 cable that can do EVERYTHING looks identical to a free cable that comes with a vape pen... no standard markings... sigh.

Networking has gotten a little easier with AV-friendly switches. #AVinTheAM

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🔥 Richard Mitchell @avmeiser.bsky.social · Aug 31

Integration Team Lead: Responsible for overseeing the installation process (and installing), leading the team, deep understanding of the project, setting client expectations and timeline. While often underappreciated, this role is essential to the successful execution of any project. #AVinTheAM

🔥 Richard Mitchell @avmeiser.bsky.social · Aug 24

Have we gone from 4K to 8K? 😀

Honestly, I'd take 1080/HDR over 4K SDR. Extreme resolution has a place, but it's now firmly planted on the edges. #AVtweeps #AVinTheAm

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🔥 Richard Mitchell @avmeiser.bsky.social · Aug 17

It began with a simple observation from my partner: "One of the front porch lights is out." Six hours later - after rewiring, only two trips to the hardware store, careful bulb selection, and even more rewiring - it turned into a full-day project. Quite a long Sunday.

🔥 Richard Mitchell @avmeiser.bsky.social · Aug 3

It is always great to see a show where they nail the AV.

🔥 Richard Mitchell @avmeiser.bsky.social · Jul 31

🔥 Richard Mitchell @avmeiser.bsky.social · Jul 6

Do you want the audio to sound: Good : Great : Exceptional?
"Oh, exceptional you say, cool... I need to drill holes in the table at every seat and you can't move the table."

The pendulum is swinging to the form... but everyone wants the function. #AVinTheAM

🔥 Richard Mitchell @avmeiser.bsky.social · Jul 6

Also... (soap box moment) how do you KNOW the AI-powered DSP -IS- auto-mixing... without a rather deep understanding of audio? #AVinTheAM #TrustMe

mr bean is smiling and saying `` trust me , i 'm a professional '' while wearing a suit and tie .

ALT: mr bean is smiling and saying `` trust me , i 'm a professional '' while wearing a suit and tie .

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🔥 Richard Mitchell @avmeiser.bsky.social · Jul 6

No - well, sometimes. It depends on how it's used. 1080p is still perfectly suitable for many situations, but 4K and 8K have their place. The key is communicating their purpose clearly and honestly. An excessively high resolution doesn’t automatically make art more enjoyable. #AVinTheAM

🔥 Richard Mitchell @avmeiser.bsky.social · Jul 6

Metallica ruined my hearing (totally my fault, I admit), but I remind my kids every week how important it is to protect theirs. "It’s like sunscreen, but for your ears."

🔥 Richard Mitchell @avmeiser.bsky.social · Jul 6

Also, a person with a used $250 display off eBay can outperform a $100,000 digital signage system in many situations. Heck, a free chalkboard can as well... content is, and always will be, KING #AVinTheAM

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🔥 Richard Mitchell @avmeiser.bsky.social · Jul 6

We are underselling the value of GOOD audio. We are analog beings... and AI may very well destroy music as we know it. But, get a nice set of speakers, a good amp, and a clean audio signal, and you can make magic happen. AVinTheAM

🔥 Richard Mitchell @avmeiser.bsky.social · Jul 6

The reality is, AI-powered DSPs are primarily built for standard use cases (conference rooms, meeting spaces, huddle rooms, and similar environments). They’re not yet optimized for more unique or complex spaces. A solid grasp of open architecture DSPs will set you apart in the industry. #AVinTheAM

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🔥 Richard Mitchell @avmeiser.bsky.social · Jul 6

Digital signage in higher education is facing serious challenges. Many institutions lack the organizational structure to support it effectively, responsibilities often fall to the wrong teams, and costs continue to rise. Meanwhile, many signs are stuck on "University Generic Template 1.0" #AVinTheAM

🔥 Richard Mitchell @avmeiser.bsky.social · Jul 5

🔥 Richard Mitchell @avmeiser.bsky.social · Jul 4

Tesla's (TSLA) quarter-over-quarter market dominance is steadily declining. While they remain the leader in the EV space, their share is being eroded as competitors gain ground. Notably, GM and Ford are showing consistent growth, whereas Toyota is still struggling to define a clear EV strategy.

🔥 Richard Mitchell @avmeiser.bsky.social · Jun 29

Design should coordinate with Sales to gauge the customer’s comfort level. The salesperson understands the relationship dynamics and how comfortable the customer is with design involvement. #AVinTheAM