How this term is used
Use redundancy to protect a critical function with an alternate source, device, path or operating action that can take over within the allowed recovery time.
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AV redundancy
What it means, when it matters, and how to use it in an event brief.
You can start without a complete equipment list. The message is editable before you send it.
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Term
AV redundancy
a prepared alternate source, device or signal path
It limits how much a single failed source or device can affect the live programme.
How to verify it
Trigger the primary failure during rehearsal and measure the real changeover time to every required destination.
Facts to record
- Function being protected
- Failure trigger and recovery time
- Alternate path and authorised owner
Worked use
A critical video may use a second tested laptop already connected to a spare switcher input rather than a laptop that is still packed away.
Ready for the next step?
Send the four facts that shape the AV setup
Add the date, venue, guest count and programme for AV redundancy. You do not need to know the equipment names, and the message is editable before you send it.
- Date
- Venue
- Audience
- Programme
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AV redundancy
Send the date, venue or area, guest count, programme and required outputs. You can start without a complete equipment list.
How this guidance is researched
This guidance separates general advice from event-specific facts. Confirm venue conditions and your event details before finalising the requirement.