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Free Practice Questions for the AVIXA Communications Certifications CTS-I Exam (2026 Updated)

At Marks4sure, we are dedicated to providing IT professionals with the most accurate and reliable preparation materials for the AVIXA CTS-I exam. To support your certification journey, we have made a selection of our premium 2026 AVIXA Communications Certifications practice questions and answers available completely free. You can take this practice test as many times as you need. Every question includes a detailed, expertly verified explanation to ensure you fully grasp the core security concepts before test day.

Questions 4

RGBS requires _____ cables to carry the signal.

Options:

A.

three

B.

two

C.

five

D.

Four

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Questions 5

Place a cable label on ____ of every cable.

Options:

A.

the cable jacket on the load end

B.

the cable jacket of the source end

C.

every connector

D.

both ends of the cable jacket

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Questions 6

HDMI builds on the DVI standard by adding _____.

Options:

A.

device protection

B.

ISDN

C.

video

D.

content protection

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Questions 7

What Viewing Category applies to a space used for word processing and spreadsheets?

Options:

A.

ADM

B.

BDM

C.

Both ADM and BDM

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Questions 8

Draws the video image on the display in a sequence of lines from top to bottom:

Options:

A.

Progressive scanning

B.

Interlaced scanning

C.

Refresh rate

D.

Frame rate

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Questions 9

Exceeding the pulling tension can stretch a cable and change its _____.

Options:

A.

plenum rating

B.

electrical properties

C.

bend radius

D.

length

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Questions 10

Heat dissipated by equipment in an AV rack is measured in:

Options:

A.

Degrees

B.

Coulombs

C.

BTU/H

D.

Watts

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Questions 11

Horizontal-sync pulses time the edges of an image by defining the point where pixels _____.

Options:

A.

end on the right side of the screen

B.

begin and end at the top and bottom of the screen

C.

begin on the left side of the screen

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Questions 12

Which of the following best describes an electret, when used in a microphone?

Options:

A.

a preconfigured capacitor

B.

a small battery

C.

prepolarized material

D.

a charged backplate

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Questions 13

____ isolates and protects a signal from sources of electromagnetic and radio frequency interference.

Options:

A.

Shielding

B.

Coaxial Cabling

C.

A transformer

D.

Noise

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Questions 14

Which document lists out the specific materials needed for an AV installation?

Options:

A.

Presubmittal documents

B.

As Built drawings

C.

Architectural drawings

D.

Bill of Materials

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Questions 15

When mounting a projector to the ceiling, one must identify the center point location of the mounting assembly, because:

Options:

A.

This is the point where the projector ' s weight is evenly distributed over the entire mounting plate.

B.

This is where the adjustable mount support structure must be centered.

C.

This is the center point of the projector ' s lens.

D.

This is the projection throw distance calculation reference point.

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Questions 16

Which diagram is used for positioning mounted equipment within a rack?

Options:

A.

A rack building diagram

B.

A rack elevation diagram

C.

A rack mounting diagram

D.

A rack system diagram

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Questions 17

What is a best practice when installing cables where there is no conduit or other raceway for ceiling-mounted projectors?

Options:

A.

Interlacing the cables

B.

Resting the cables gently on the ceiling tile

C.

Stacking the cables along one side of the ceiling grid

D.

Securing the cables with bridle rings mounted to bar joists

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Questions 18

An analog computer video display signal has _____ parts.

Options:

A.

none

B.

three

C.

two

D.

Five

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Questions 19

When drilling is necessary, what is the purpose of pilot holes?

Options:

A.

To assess the strength of the mounting material

B.

To give the screws direction

C.

To check for electrical wiring

D.

To wear out the smaller drill bits before the larger ones

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Questions 20

A _____ is a long flexible tape used to pull cable through conduit.

Options:

A.

Snout

B.

Tape measure

C.

Mouse

D.

Fish tape

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Questions 21

Which of the following is a form of encryption to protect copyrighted content?

Options:

A.

VESA

B.

EDID

C.

HDMI

D.

HDCP

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Questions 22

Which of the following are features of an audio signal generator? (Choose all that apply.)

Options:

A.

Generates sine wave and other signals used for setting system levels

B.

Usually has both 1 kHz and 400Hz signal outputs

C.

With a properly calibrated signal, can determine signal bit rate

D.

Can be helpful in measuring distortion

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Questions 23

Native resolution is the ___ resolution for the display.

Options:

A.

downscaled

B.

modified

C.

optimized

D.

average pixel distribution

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Questions 24

Which of the following are elements of a control system? (Choose all that apply.)

Options:

A.

Firmware

B.

Hardware

C.

Software

D.

Spyware

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Questions 25

Many amplifiers now have a built-in _______ to protect themselves from severe clipping and overdriving of the audio signal.

Options:

A.

Limiter

B.

Gate

C.

Signal-to-Noise

D.

Attack Time

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Questions 26

What are the five stages of the typical AV process lifecycle?

Options:

A.

Programming, executing, planning, installing, closing

B.

Programming, designing, installing, commissioning, training

C.

Designing, installing, planning, commissioning, training

D.

Initiating, planning, executing, control, closing

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Questions 27

How would a commissioning technician establish substantial completion/practical completion?

Options:

A.

Complete all preliminary tests, confirm systems installation and readiness for final test

B.

Generate a punch or defects list, getting architects to sign off on repairs

C.

Generate a list of all damaged equipment, setting up the DSP

D.

Complete a request for changes form, filing an RFQ

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Questions 28

The best practice for mounting equipment in a rack is to:

Options:

A.

Mark RUs beside the mounting rail with a utility knife.

B.

Verify that the holes of the rear mounting rails are 1 inch (2.5 cm) higher than front rails.

C.

Lay the rack on its back on top of padding.

D.

Remove all clip nuts from the mounting rail to secure them to gear first

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Questions 29

Most transformers have multiple wires on the primary side that allow you to adjust the ____ each loudspeaker.

Options:

A.

Placement of

B.

Impedance of

C.

Wiring scheme for

D.

Voltage level to

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Questions 30

SDI signals are usually transported using _____ connectors.

Options:

A.

RCA

B.

BNC

C.

HDMI

D.

DVI-D

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Questions 31

Which of the following should you do with damaged electrical cable?

Options:

A.

refurbish it

B.

use it

C.

fix it

D.

dispose of it

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Questions 32

Each loudspeaker in a constant voltage system has a _____ mounted to it.

Options:

A.

tap

B.

transductor

C.

transmitter

D.

transformer

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Questions 33

Wavelength is the __________.

Options:

A.

Intensity or loudness of a sound in a particular medium.

B.

Physical distance between two points of a waveform that are exactly one cycle apart.

C.

Cycle when molecules move from rest through compression to rest and rarefaction.

D.

Number of times a wavelength cycle occurs per second.

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Questions 34

Before developing a project plan, it is important to:

Options:

A.

Make sure the client has made a deposit payment

B.

Have a clear understanding of the scope of work

C.

Order the AV equipment needed

D.

List all the teams that will work on the project

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Questions 35

What type of rack would you use for a room with limited space for servicing equipment?

Options:

A.

Fixed stand-alone

B.

Portable

C.

Wall-mounted

D.

Slide out

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Questions 36

In the professional AV industry, the most common direct view displays are _____.

Options:

A.

video walls

B.

televisions

C.

monitors

D.

projection systems

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Questions 37

Oscillating symbol ' tilde ' ~ with Resistor IMAGE

WHAT IS IS?

Options:

A.

AC Circuit

B.

DC Circuit

C.

Series Circuit

D.

Parallel Circuit

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Questions 38

When training a customer on the operation of a touch-panel interface, an example that the GUI is a good design that meets the customer ' s needs is:

Options:

A.

The customer can easily use the touch panel with little explanation

B.

The customer requires intensive training on how to use the touch panel

C.

The customer thinks the panel looks cool

D.

The customer wants only a few changes

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Questions 39

Single-mode fiber-optic cables can transmit AV signals up to a distance of before quality is compromised.

Options:

A.

300km (186.4mi)

B.

300m (984ft)

C.

10km (6.2 mi)

D.

200km (124mi)

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Questions 40

Heat shrink tubing is used to:

Options:

A.

stabilize cable assemblies where the connector joins the cable

B.

Terminate a cable that is no longer in use

C.

Protect the cable from fire damage

D.

Add length to a cable that was terminated improperly

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Questions 41

What is a best practice when selecting fasteners for mounting AV equipment?

Options:

A.

Use bolts with smooth heads.

B.

Use standards-rated bolts.

C.

Use bolts that are available near the job site.

D.

Use bolts that are extra-long.

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Questions 42

Which of the following are associated with sound pressure levels? (Choose all that apply.)

Options:

A.

Is typically measured in decibels (dB SPL)

B.

Is the ultimate method for quantifying background noise levels

C.

Eliminates distortion in speech reinforcement

D.

Can most accurately be measured with a Class 1 precision SPL meter

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Questions 43

Which is the preferred method for the correction of keystone distortion?

Options:

A.

Optical

B.

Electronic

C.

Digital

D.

Analog

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Questions 44

An octave is _____.

Options:

A.

an eighth of amplitude

B.

an eighth of a frequency

C.

a doubling of frequency

D.

a doubling of amplitude

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Questions 45

Where do you place the wireless microphone receiver antenna in a rack assembly?

Options:

A.

Close to the transmitter

B.

Inside the room

C.

Outside the rack

D.

Inside the rack

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Questions 46

Why is proper weight distribution in a rack important?

Options:

A.

so the AV technicians do not strain themselves installing gear

B.

so the rack does not tip over

C.

so the left and right sides of the rack are an equal weight

D.

so the rack does not exceed 500 lbs. (227kg)

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Questions 47

What device is needed to calibrate an SPL Meter:

Options:

A.

An SPL Calibrator that produces 94 dB SPL=1Pa

B.

Scaler

C.

Transcoder

D.

EDID emulator

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Questions 48

An AV rack is a housing unit that _____ electronic equipment.

Options:

A.

protects and organizes

B.

identifies

C.

cools

D.

elevates

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Questions 49

Typically, what type of connector finishes the shielded twisted pair cable?

Options:

A.

USB

B.

XLR

C.

RJ-45

D.

TRS

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Questions 50

A porous absorber slows down air molecules using _____.

Options:

A.

friction

B.

reflection

C.

absorption

D.

transmission

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Questions 51

Sound energy can reflect in either _____ fashion.

Options:

A.

backward or split

B.

direct or scattered

C.

reversed or diffused

D.

specular or broken

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Questions 52

Rigid rear projection screens should be:

Options:

A.

transported horizontally

B.

mounted with either side facing the audience

C.

held in position in the wall by brackets or millwork trim

D.

rolled to reduce wrinkles and tears

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Questions 53

Where should you bundle a permanently attached power cord in a rack?

Options:

A.

With microphone cables

B.

Separately from all other cords and cables

C.

In the center of a bundle of mixed cables

D.

With other power cords

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Questions 54

Why is it a good idea for the AV installer to provide end-user training on a new system?

Options:

A.

It reduces the number of service calls and damaged equipment caused by user error

B.

To identify future sales opportunities

C.

Good opportunity to identify punch or defects list items

D.

Most state codes require service after the sale

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Questions 55

Estimating throw distance requires two values: ____ and ____.

Options:

A.

off-axis viewing location; throw ratio

B.

throw ratio; screen height

C.

projector cart; tape measure

D.

screen width; throw ratio

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Questions 56

Which of the following tasks would not be included in a preventive maintenance program? (Choose all that apply.)

Options:

A.

Checking the equalization and gain structure on the audio replay system

B.

Changing the preset frequencies on the handheld radio system

C.

Testing the failover systems for redundant spare equipment

D.

Checking the batteries in uninterruptable power supply systems

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Questions 57

Rear projection is a transmissive system that _____.

Options:

A.

requires little space for installation

B.

allows light to pass through a translucent screen toward the viewer

C.

handles ambient light issues more poorly than front screen projection

D.

can allow a presenter to block all or part of the image

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Questions 58

What is the ratio between the remaining transmissive surface of each pixel and the total surface of the LCD called?

Options:

A.

surface ratio

B.

aperture ratio

C.

contrast ratio

D.

edge ratio

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Questions 59

Which of the following are limitations of an IR control system? (Choose all that apply.)

Options:

A.

It does not provide feedback that commands have been executed.

B.

It requires direct line of sight to the device ' s control point.

C.

It may be subject to interference from ambient light.

D.

It always requires batteries.

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Questions 60

Lower sensitivity microphones _____.

Options:

A.

create considerable distortion

B.

are not designed to meet specific applications

C.

handle higher sound pressure levels

D.

are always of lesser quality

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Questions 61

What does a distribution amplifier do?

Options:

A.

Routes many signals by switching between its various inputs

B.

Sends many signal inputs to a single output

C.

Amplifies video signals to prevent signal loss at their destinations

D.

Accepts a single signal input and distributes the signal to two or more outputs

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Questions 62

What should you do if you find a problem with the design of the loudspeaker placement?

Options:

A.

Move the loudspeaker into the better arrangement immediately

B.

Call the customer and let them choose the new placement of the loudspeaker

C.

Ignore the problem and install the loudspeaker as planned

D.

Contact the designer so they can decide if a change needs to be made

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Questions 63

What type of drawing would you use to find out exactly how the projector should be mounted to the ceiling?

Options:

A.

Reflected ceiling plan

B.

Mechanical drawing

C.

Detail drawing

D.

Section drawing

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Questions 64

Which set of drawings would you reference to locate the power outlet for a video display?

Options:

A.

Structural drawings

B.

Mechanical drawings

C.

Electrical drawings

D.

System drawings

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Questions 65

Why is a plumb bob used during the installation process for a ceiling mounted projector?

Options:

A.

To locate high pressure fire control water lines

B.

To locate the spot on the ceiling tile for the projector mount opening

C.

To calculate the throw line distance to the screen from the mount

D.

To locate a direct line for stable mounting

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Questions 66

The difference between the loudest and quietest levels of an audio signal is the:

Options:

A.

volume level

B.

stereo level

C.

dynamic range

D.

frequency range

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Questions 67

Which of the following is a sign of active listening?

Options:

A.

Avoiding staring directly at the person speaking to you.

B.

Interrupting frequently to provide the customer with more information.

C.

Nodding to your customer so they know that you understand them.

D.

Wearing mirrored sunglasses so the customer can ' t see where you ' re looking.

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Questions 68

A mirror mounting system must be ____.

Options:

A.

rigid once in place and adjustable during installation

B.

electrically connected to the technical ground

C.

angled so that the mirror reflects the image into the screen twice

D.

electronically adjusted by the control system

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Questions 69

If existing components have to be reused in an AV system, what is a critical task that the installer must perform?

Options:

A.

Draw a schematic showing where the old equipment fits

B.

Call the manufacturer to extend the warranty

C.

Test the equipment to make sure it is operational

D.

Discard items that do not meet specifications

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Questions 70

Where are Blu-ray players typically housed inside of AV racks?

Options:

A.

At the bottom of the rack

B.

Near the top of the rack

C.

At eye-level

D.

In the very back of the rack

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Questions 71

It is an industry best practice to use no less than _____ ISO rated hardware for an audio visual installation.

Options:

A.

3.6

B.

5.6

C.

8.8

D.

10.9

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Questions 72

What is a circuit tracing kit, or " fox and hound, " used for?

Options:

A.

Identifying each end of a cable in a bundle

B.

Identify the type of a specific cable

C.

Determining if a circuit uses AC or DC power

D.

Determining how long a cable run is

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Questions 73

If the audio digital signal processor you have to install is discontinued by the manufacturer, what should you do? (Select all that apply.)

Options:

A.

Install another similar model and record the model number on the project documentation

B.

Discuss the need for change with the AV designer and your project manager

C.

Redline the change on the appropriate project document, send it to your project manager for submission of a formal RFI or RFC, and wait for a CO

D.

Try to find the specific model through an online vendor

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Questions 74

After which of the following activities is an AV project completed?

Options:

A.

All hardware is installed

B.

Software integration is completed

C.

Verification that the system is operational

D.

System closeout activities are completed

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Questions 75

Light energy _____ the farther you get from the source.

Options:

A.

remains the same

B.

changes color

C.

spreads out

D.

intensifies

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Questions 76

What does a gain sharing automatic mixer do?

Options:

A.

turns microphone channels on or off automatically

B.

turns up used microphone channels and turns down unused microphone channels

C.

adjusts a volume knob in a way pre-programmed by the operator

D.

adjusts the volume of a loudspeaker depending on how loud or quiet the person is

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Questions 77

In the OSI Model, Ethernet and switches are elements of:

Options:

A.

layer 7, the Application layer

B.

layer 4, the Transport layer

C.

layer 5, the Session layer

D.

layer 2, the Data Link layer

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Questions 78

What is the measurement for frequency?

Options:

A.

DC

B.

Wavelength

C.

Hertz

D.

AC

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Questions 79

What is the point at which mains power enters a building?

Options:

A.

The feeder

B.

The main distribution board

C.

The electrical entrance

D.

The main line

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Questions 80

Transmitters and receivers work by replacing a(n) _____ cable with a(n) ______ cable to forgo cable length limitations.

Options:

A.

RGBHV, HDMI

B.

CAT5e, CAT6

C.

HDMI, CAT-style

D.

CAT-style, HDMI

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Questions 81

Crimp connections can be properly performed with which of the following tools:

Options:

A.

Crimp tool

B.

Pliers

C.

Soldering Iron

D.

All of the above

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Questions 82

LCDs first pass light through a ____, which blocks certain light waves.

Options:

A.

resistor network

B.

transistor mask

C.

pixel grid

D.

polarizer

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Questions 83

What are key considerations when determining projector placement? (Choose all that apply.)

Options:

A.

Throw distance

B.

Type of lens

C.

Offset value

D.

Standard deviation

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Questions 84

Where should you assemble an AV rack?

Options:

A.

On the customer ' s jobsite

B.

At your company ' s shop

C.

At the manufacturer ' s factory

D.

On your company ' s truck

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Questions 85

Which of these are layer 2 protocols commonly used to transport real-time media over a network? (Choose all that apply.)

Options:

A.

Dante

B.

UDP

C.

TCP

D.

AVB

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Questions 86

Which device provides a direct physical connection between multiple nodes?

Options:

A.

Bridge

B.

Router

C.

Switch

D.

Gateway

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Questions 87

_______ can transmit AV signals and other data up to a distance of 1km (3,280ft) or more before signal quality is compromised.

Options:

A.

Shielded twisted-pair (STP) cabling

B.

Multimode fiber-optic cabling

C.

Unshielded twisted-pair (UTP) cabling

D.

Coaxial cabling

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Questions 88

A cable should have a bend radius of no less than ___ times the cable ' s diameter.

Options:

A.

Three

B.

Four

C.

Two

D.

Five

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Questions 89

Where are tall equipment racks usually mounted?

Options:

A.

To a wall

B.

To the floor

C.

To the ceiling

D.

Equipment racks can ' t be mounted

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Questions 90

Equipment grounding involves ____.

Options:

A.

disconnecting ground pins to prevent noise

B.

making certain that noise does not flow on signal conductors

C.

tying all conductors to ground

D.

connecting metal conduits, boxes, cabinets, and enclosures to ground

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Questions 91

The conversion of energy from one form to another is called _________.

Options:

A.

Transduction

B.

Frequency

C.

Propagation

D.

Amplification

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Questions 92

When pulling cable in a commercial building, what is a major concern?

Options:

A.

The friction coefficient of the cable lubricant

B.

How efficiently the cable can be pulled

C.

Value of cable being installed

D.

Using cable that is approved/rated

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Questions 93

The radio frequency between 30 and 300 MHz is referred to as _____.

Options:

A.

low frequency

B.

VHF

C.

UHF

D.

wireless frequency

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Questions 94

Perceived illumination decreases by _____ when the distance from a light source is doubled.

Options:

A.

75%

B.

95%

C.

50%

D.

25%

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Questions 95

What should you do after setting the control address of a device?

Options:

A.

Mark the equipment with this information

B.

Erase this information from the system documentation

C.

Give the customer an encrypted list of these settings

D.

Back them up by posting them on your blog

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Questions 96

The _____ meter is commonly used to monitor broadcast signals.

Options:

A.

VU

B.

PDP

C.

lux

D.

PPM

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Questions 97

Which of the following steps should be undertaken before attempting the troubleshooting process? (Choose all that apply.)

Options:

A.

Familiarize yourself with the AV systems and equipment

B.

Have the system documentation at hand

C.

Order a spare system controller

D.

Get an understanding of the warranty and maintenance agreements

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Questions 98

What type of rack would you use for an AV event at a remote location?

Options:

A.

Stand-alone rack

B.

Open-frame (gangable) rack

C.

Portable rack with casters

D.

Portable shock-mounted rack with casters

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Questions 99

Which of the following information does the EDID packet contain? (Choose all that apply.)

Options:

A.

Timing for audio and video sync

B.

Display parameters

C.

Extension flags

D.

Color characteristics

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Questions 100

When training a customer on the operation of a touch panel interface, an example that the GUI is a good design that meets the customer ' s needs:

Options:

A.

The customer can easily step in and use the Touch Panel with little explanation

B.

The customer requires intensive training on the operation of the Touch panel

C.

The customer thinks the panel looks cool

D.

The customer wants only a few changes

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Questions 101

A ____ is an electrical problem that has two points of failure.

Options:

A.

Ground-fault current path

B.

Short

C.

Ground-fault

D.

Line-to-ground

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Questions 102

The impedance will _____ over the loudspeaker ' s entire frequency range.

Options:

A.

stabilize

B.

not be the same

C.

vary with strength

D.

be exactly the same

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Questions 103

The projector offset is:

Options:

A.

The position of the projector with respect to the seating area.

B.

The orientation of the projector on the horizontal axis.

C.

The position of the projector with respect to the exact center of the screen.

D.

The orientation of the projector on the vertical axis.

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Questions 104

Component video requires _____ cable(s) to carry the signal.

Options:

A.

1

B.

4

C.

3

D.

2

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Questions 105

Audio Conferencing equipment makes use of acoustic_____ technology.

Options:

A.

phase shift

B.

reverberation

C.

echo-cancellation

D.

doppler

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Questions 106

Which of the following provides a method of ensuring the best image quality between source and sink/display?

Options:

A.

HDCP

B.

EDID

C.

HDMI

D.

Hot plug

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Questions 107

An RG59 coaxial SDI cable with an outer diameter of 6 millimeters (0.24 inches) is being installed in a conduit, along with four Cat 6A UTP data cables with an outer diameter of 8 millimeters (0.32 inches). If the allowable fill percentage for conduit with three or more cables in the region is 40 percent, what is the minimum inner diameter of the conduit?

Options:

A.

44 millimeters (1.75 inches)

B.

33 millimeters (1.28 inches)

C.

27 millimeters (1.06 inches)

D.

60 millimeters (2.38 inches)

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Questions 108

There are two types of keystone correction:

Options:

A.

Projection and direct view display

B.

Optical and electronic

C.

Cropping and shrinking

D.

Compression and limiting

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Questions 109

Harmonics are _____.

Options:

A.

the whole number multiples of individual sine waves

B.

the whole number multiples of a fundamental frequency

C.

the particular make-up of complex waveforms

D.

varying proportional energy levels of a fundamental frequency

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Questions 110

When pulling cable through ceilings without the use of conduit you should:

Options:

A.

Keep the cable off of the ceiling tile where the drop ceiling grid can generate noise

B.

Only let the cable and drop ceiling grid cross at 90 degree angles

C.

Run the cable directly on top of the ceiling grid

D.

Use non-drying cable lubricant to isolate cable from potential noise sources

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Questions 111

Flexible PVC rear projection screens:

Options:

A.

can be easily punctured, attract dirt easily and must be stretched firmly when installed.

B.

are best used in manual wall projection setups

C.

are the screen type most resistant to wrinkles, scratches, and punctures.

D.

must be stretched flat, which is easily done on the floor before installation, for optimal image clarity.

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Questions 112

A customer has recently changed their phone system from a traditional POTS line to VoIP based switch. The new VoIP switch still dials out properly, but no longer hangs up when the far end disconnects. What is most likely the problem?

Options:

A.

The on-hook voltage is too high, and the hybrid is set to " loop drop "

B.

The VoIP switch is not configured properly

C.

The far-end disconnect signal is not being received

D.

The hybrid is set to " voice disconnect "

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Questions 113

Items which require user control should be placed in the _____ of the rack.

Options:

A.

very top

B.

middle

C.

back

D.

Bottom

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Questions 114

How do you determine bolt depth?

Options:

A.

Insert a tool or screw driver into the mounting hole in the electronic device as a depth gauge.

B.

Drill a screw into the mounting hole and pull on it to see if it seems sturdy. If it doesn ' t move, it ' s safe to use.

C.

Insert different bolt types in the mounting hole until you find one that seems to turn easily in the hole.

D.

Thread a long bolt into the mounting hole and turn it until it becomes difficult to turn, and then mark the threads of a bolt.

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Questions 115

What is the first step in conducting a technical site survey?

Options:

A.

Reviewing drawings with the AV designer

B.

Recording model and serial numbers of all equipment

C.

Setting up your GPS with the site location

D.

Ordering the equipment from the warehouse

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Questions 116

Which of the following is the best definition of aspect ratio?

Options:

A.

the ratio of image width to length

B.

the ratio of image width to height

C.

the ratio of image distance to height

D.

the ratio of image depth to distance

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Questions 117

When pulling a group of cables through conduit, it is advisable to:

Options:

A.

Tape them together

B.

Make a bulkhead

C.

Use the AV pulley system

D.

Utilize a sling

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Questions 118

When planning an electrical system, do not exceed ____ of the capacity of any circuit.

Options:

A.

80%

B.

95%

C.

75%

D.

65%

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Questions 119

Which one of these is an unsafe lift practice?

Options:

A.

Do not bend your knees and do the lifting with your back.

B.

Be sure to keep a firm footing and balance the weight between your feet

C.

Do not perform the lift alone; Always have a partner or helper.

D.

Perform the lift slowly; Do not make sudden movements or rotate during the lift

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Questions 120

What devices can interfere with DECT 6.0 wireless microphones?

Options:

A.

Laptops with Wireless network cards

B.

Cordless phones

C.

Wireless routers

D.

Bluetooth devices

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Questions 121

A logarithm can be defined as the _____.

Options:

A.

one-to-one relationship between units shown and units represented

B.

difference of sound pressure level from the threshold of hearing

C.

intensity of sensation proportional to the intensity of the stimulus

D.

number of times the numeral 10 must be multiplied by itself to get a certain value

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Questions 122

A technician is servicing a projector with a problematic RGBHV input. The image has a magenta hue. What is the cause for the magenta hue?

Options:

A.

Loss of horizontal sync

B.

Loss of vertical sync

C.

Lamp is reaching end of life

D.

Loss of green signal

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Questions 123

Which of the following is mic-level voltage?

Options:

A.

316 millivolts (-10dBV)

B.

1.23 volts (+4dBu)

C.

Up to about 100 volts

D.

0.3 to 1 millivolts (-60 to -50dBu)

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Questions 124

The refractive index varies for different wavelengths of light, producing an effect called _____.

Options:

A.

refraction

B.

reflection

C.

dispersion

D.

Absorption

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Questions 125

More bandwidth is required when more _____ is needed.

Options:

A.

impedance

B.

color

C.

light

D.

Detail

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Questions 126

What is a benefit of using the verification standard for system closeout? (Choose all that apply.)

Options:

A.

It aligns outcome and performance expectations at an early stage in the project.

B.

It reduces project risk through early identification of problems, thereby reducing the likelihood of remedial work.

C.

It provides a verifiable outcome.

D.

It creates a common language between all parties.

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Questions 127

Who should attend the construction kick off meeting for a project?

Options:

A.

Owner representative, architect, general & electrical contractors, AV providers

B.

Owner ' s lead technician, head of maintenance, the lead research developer

C.

Manufacturer ' s representative, computer programmers, AV cabling crew

D.

Local building inspector, owner, general contractor, electrical contractor

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Questions 128

Visual Acuity is __________.

Options:

A.

the visual angle of 1 minute of arc

B.

the ability to perceive and assimilate visual information

C.

an optotype

D.

20/20 vision

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Questions 129

A typical flat panel mount has two pieces: the wall bracket and the ___ bracket.

Options:

A.

Monitor

B.

Angle

C.

Panel

D.

VESA

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Questions 130

Besides a power switch, what else can modern amplifiers have?

Options:

A.

input sensitivity controls and digital signal processing

B.

line levelers and network monitoring

C.

distortion suppressors and input sensitivity controls

D.

voltage regulators and digital signal processing

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Questions 131

Which of the following describes the number of cycles in a given time period?

Options:

A.

wavelength

B.

frequency

C.

amplitude

D.

Magnitude

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Questions 132

Which test verifies a signal can travel from one end of the cable to the other?

Options:

A.

Impedance

B.

Continuity

C.

Insulation

D.

Polarity

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Questions 133

Which set of drawings should you reference to view the ductwork that goes through the building?

Options:

A.

Architectural drawings

B.

Mechanical drawings

C.

System drawings

D.

Electrical drawings

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Questions 134

What is a projector ' s throw distance?

Options:

A.

the screen diagonal measurement when the projector is at 196.8 inches (4999 mm)

B.

the zoom ratio of the projector

C.

the distance between a location on the projector to the screen for a given image size

D.

The distance between the projector ' s lens and the floor

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Questions 135

The primary purpose of a sound masking system is to _____.

Options:

A.

support a pseudo-random noise generator in ceiling loudspeakers

B.

increase background noise levels to increase privacy

C.

create a non-reverberant environment so conversations can be overheard

D.

increase efficiency in the workforce by reducing noise

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Questions 136

Sound _____ through a medium.

Options:

A.

propagates

B.

resounds

C.

generates

D.

Processes

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Questions 137

What is inserted between structural building elements to provide a secure mounting point for products?

Options:

A.

Post-tension cables

B.

Grade 5 bolts

C.

Poured pan concrete

D.

Wood blocking

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Questions 138

A rack unit is equivalent to approximately ____.

Options:

A.

1.75in (44.5mm)

B.

2.25in (57mm)

C.

2in (51mm)

D.

1.5in (38mm)

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Questions 139

Before installation begins, it is most important to:

Options:

A.

Have a clear understanding of the scope of work

B.

Ensure all equipment is delivered

C.

Verify the power requirements

D.

Check the cable inventory

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Questions 140

If a display has 800 pixels horizontally and 600 pixels vertically, what is its native resolution?

Options:

A.

800x600

B.

1600x1200

C.

1200x1600

D.

600x800

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Questions 141

What is a characteristic of multimode fiber optic cables?

Options:

A.

Multimode uses yellow cable jackets

B.

Multimode cables send the signal quicker than single-mode cables

C.

Multimode disperses the signal into many light paths

D.

Multimode cable does not have limited bandwidth

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Questions 142

During which phases of an AV project should performance verification be conducted? (Choose all that apply.)

Options:

A.

System design

B.

Pre-installation

C.

Completion

D.

System closeout

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Questions 143

Which of the following is one possible covering for twisted pair cable?

Options:

A.

Rubber

B.

Copper

C.

Wood

D.

Mercerized cotton

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Exam Code: CTS-I
Exam Name: Certified Technology Specialist – Installation
Last Update: Jul 13, 2026
Questions: 477

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