When you do such a bad job the company flies a guy out to fix your stuff
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Check out Threatlocker’s cybersecurity event ZTW 2026 and save $200 on registration using our code ZTWLTT26 at: ztw.com The audio solution we cooked up at the combination -pizza hut and taco bell- LAN Gaming and Badminton Centre has it's fair share of problems. So many that Q-SYS actually sent someone out to help us take our PA system with PoE speakers from "somewhat bumpin" to "Tubthumpin". If that makes any sense.... What I'm saying is they made it better. Okay? And you'd be surprised at just how complex a seemingly simple PA system can get. Learn more about QSYS: qsys.com Discuss on the forum: linustechtips.com
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The video documents a real world sound system upgrade in a multi-area facility that combines a badminton club, LAN gaming hall, and various support spaces. The presenters explain that the original wall mounted speakers were defective, leading to months of delays and replacement challenges with the vendor. A QSIS/CUCIS integrated approach is showcased as Dan from CUCIS installs and configures a scalable, zone-based audio system using Dante networking, PoE powered speakers, and a centralized interface. The team demonstrates how the system handles paging, background music, and live announcements across multiple zones, with live meters and color-coded tagging to simplify routing and troubleshooting. They emphasize the value of training, hands-on configuration, and the ability to reassign ports and adapt the interface for different venues, including tournaments and LAN events. The video also highlights the potential for future customization, such as scripted reminders, CSS themed UI, and seamless integration with other devices, all while acknowledging the sponsor and discussing upcoming events. Overall the segment positions the upgraded setup as a significant improvement over the initial installation, showcasing the practical benefits of enterprise-grade audio control in a dynamic, multi-use space.
Topics · technology · audio-visual · event-management · engineering
Questions answered
- What role does Q-SYS play in the upgraded audio setup?
- Q-SYS serves as the central control platform, handling input routing, zone management, and the integration of Dante audio streams, with a configurable interface that allows quick updates and custom layouts.
- How does automatic ducking improve announcements over background music?
- Automatic ducking lowers background music whenever someone speaks into a microphone or a paging prompt is issued, making announcements clearer without overwhelming conversation in the space.
- Why is zone-based control important in a badminton and LAN gaming facility?
- Zone-based control lets staff target specific areas or combinations of areas (eg, courts, pro shop, lounge) for tailored audio, simplifying announcements and reducing noise bleed between busy zones during events.