ANSI/INFOCOMM 10:2013 Audiovisual Systems Performance Verification Checklist -- copyright 2014 InfoComm International

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• This checklist is intended to provide owners, consultants and integrators with comprehensive verification criteria to determine if the audiovisual system achieves the clients goals or objectives and that the system performs in accordance with the system design. By providing this list to the audiovisual industry, InfoComm is establishing a set of commissioning guidelines to help industry professionals and their clients communicate effectively about their expectations for system performance.
  
  In many projects, not all tests are required for each system or circumstance. Owners and designers can elect to include or exclude certain criteria, as they may not be meaningful for a particular system. In some instance, certain performance capabilities are less critical and therefore stringent review of those capabilities is unnecessary. In other instances certain elements of the system may require more critical review, and the performance of the aspects of systems may need to exceed the general guidelines outlined here. The verification process free system should be an agreed-upon set of tests between the client and the designer.

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Audio Performance

• Verification items within this category verify the audio system’s performance, stability, and conformance to requirements provided within project documentation. Project-specific verification items that address capture, transformation, or reproduction of program audio or voice; audio signal management; acoustic environment; and loudspeaker operations shallbe listed in this section.

• AP-100 – Emergency Muting

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Verify that any required muting or operational change of the installed sound system(s) has been made in accordance with local regulations in the event of a life safety or similar emergency.

• AP-101 – Loudspeaker Zoning

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Verify that loudspeaker zones are wired as defined in the project documentation.

• AP-102 – Alignment of Multiple Audio Source Levels

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Verify calibration of permanent audio system inputs such that the difference between any input signal level after the first common gain adjustment meets the requirements of the project documentation. This verification item should require a metric to be verified.

• AP-103 – Audio Buzz and Rattles

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Verify that no audible noise caused by improper installation of any equipment provided in completed system(s) is present.

• AP-104 – Audio Routes

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Verify that all audio routes are tested from endpoint to endpoint via the appropriate midpoint(s) for operation and routing as defined in the project documentation.

• AP-105 – AV Room Reverberation Time

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Verify reverberation time meets the requirement defined in the project documentation. This verification item shall require a metric to be verified.

• AP-106 – DSP Programming

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Verify that all DSP-based products have been programmed as defined in the project documentation.

• AP-107 – Loudspeaker Physical Alignment

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Verify that loudspeakers are placed and aimed as defined in the project documentation.

• AP-108 – Loudspeaker Polarity

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Verify that all loudspeakers have correct polarity as defined in the project documentation.

• AP-109 – Loudspeaker Time Alignment

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Verify that loudspeaker time alignment performs as defined in the project documentation. This verification item shall require a metric to be verified.

• AP-110 – Phantom Power

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Verify that phantom power is provided at the correct voltage and correct locations as defined in the project documentation.

• AP-111 – Loudspeaker Transformer Tap Setting

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Verify the loudspeaker transformer tap setting in constant voltage systems is as defined in the project documentation.

• AP-112 – Acoustical Ambient Noise

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Verify that the background acoustic noise levels within audiovisual spaces are within the required limits as detailed in the project documentation. This test is specifically related to ambient noise levels and not audio system quiescent noise,
  which is tested separately. This verification item shall require a metric to be verified.

• AP-113 – Assistive Listening Devices

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Verify that all devices that are part of the assistive listening system have been tested as a complete end-to-end personal listening system. Verify that the assistive listening system complies with regulatory requirements and adheres to project documentation. This verification item should require a metric to be verified.

• AP-114 – Audio Coverage in Listener Areas

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Verify that coverage of the audio systems in listener areas meets the performance requirements as defined in the project documentation. ANSI/INFOCOMM 1M-2009, Audio Coverage Uniformity in Enclosed Listener Areas should be used.
  Perform separate tests for all independent systems within the project, including but not limited to program sound, speech reinforcement, and show relay. This verification item should require a metric to be verified.

• AP-115 – Audio Dynamics

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Verify use of audio dynamics, including but not limited to noise compensation, automatic gain control, gating, feedback suppression, compression, limiting, delays, and levelers meets the requirements defined in the project documentation.

• AP-116 – Audio Level Exceeds Background Noise Level

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Verify that the audio level provided by the installed audio system exceeds the background noise level as defined in the project documentation. This verification item shall require a metric to be verified.

• AP-117 – System Electronic Frequency Response

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Verify that the electronic frequency response of the audio system is as defined in the project documentation. This verification item shall require a metric to be verified.

• AP-118 – Audio System Equalization for Spectral Balance

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Verify that the audio system equalization is in accordance with the acoustic response curves as defined in the project documentation. This verification item shall require a metric to be verified.

• AP-119 – Audio System Latency

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Verify that audio system latency meets requirements defined in the project documentation. This verification item shall require a metric to be verified.

• AP-120 – Audio System Speech Reproduction at Listener Positions

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Verify that the audio system provides speech reproduction (intelligibility) as defined in the project documentation. This verification item should require a metric to be verified.

• AP-121 – Audio System Total Harmonic Distortion

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Verify that the total harmonic distortion of the installed audio system is as defined in the project documentation. This verification item shall require a metric to be verified.

• AP-122 – Conferencing Audio Levels

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Verify that in a conferencing audio application, the incoming and outgoing audio levels are checked and adjusted in the system as defined in the project documentation. This verification item should require a metric to be verified.

• AP-123 – Conferencing Echo Suppression Performance

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Verify that a system with conferencing capability performs at nominal operating levels in a full duplex mode with echo and latency performance as defined in the project documentation.

• AP-124 – Loudspeaker Impedance

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Verify that all loudspeaker circuits have the correct impedance as defined in the project documentation. This verification item should require a metric to be verified.

• AP-125 – Microphone Physical Alignment and Placement

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Verify proper alignment and placement of microphones in the system as defined in the project documentation.

• AP-126 – Microphone Gain Before Feedback

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Verify that the speech reinforcement system is operating without feedback and at audio levels as defined in the project documentation. This verification item shall require a metric to be verified.

• AP-127 – Microphone Level Alignment

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Verify calibration of microphone inputs so that the difference between any input signal level after the first common gain adjustment meets the requirements of the project documentation. This verification item should require a metric to be verified.

• AP-128 – Multi-channel Loudspeaker System Output

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Verify that the audio outputs of a multi-channel loudspeaker system are assigned correctly to designated outputs as defined in the project documentation.

• AP-129 – Sound Masking

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Verify that audio system sound-pressure levels and equalization are adjusted to the level of sound masking as defined in the project documentation. This verification item shall require a metric to be verified.

• AP-130 – Audio Reinforcement System Headroom

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Verify that the audio system is capable of performing above nominal operating levels without distortion as defined in the project documentation. This verification item shall require a metric to be verified.

• AP-131 – Audio System Signal-to-Noise Ratio

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Verify audio system electrical signal-to-noise ratio meets the minimum levels defined in the project documentation. This verification item should require a metric to be verified.

Video performance

• Verification items within this category verify the video system’s performance, stability, and conformance to requirements provided within project documentation. Project-specific verification items that address capture, transformation, or reproduction of video; video signal management; and camera operations shall be listed in this section.

• VP-100 – EDID Management Plan

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Verify that the EDID (Extended Display Identification Data) management plan has been implemented as defined in the project documentation.

• VP-101 – HDCP Management Plan

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Verify that the HDCP (High-bandwidth Digital Content Protection) management plan has been implemented as defined in the project documentation.

• VP-102 – Projected Display Physical Alignment

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Verify that the combined installation of projector and screen provides a displayed image that is correctly aligned to the active projection screen surface without misalignment unless an alternative condition is specified in the project documentation.

• VP-103 – Video System Pixel Failure Tolerance

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Verify that all displayed images do not have pixel failures (bright or dead pixels) that exceed the requirements of the project documentation or the manufacturer’s specifications. This verification item shall require a metric to be verified.

• VP-104 – Image Geometry

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Verify that all displayed images are correctly focused, have the correct image geometry and are free from distortion (e.g., stretching, keystone, barrel/pincushion). Any requirements for projection mapping or image shaping to unusual surfaces should be validated in accordance with the requirements of the project documentation.

• VP-105 – Displayed Image Performance

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Verify that the components of the displayed image system(s) (projection or direct-
  view) perform(s) as required with relation to image size, viewing angles, sight
  lines, viewer locations and/or any other requirements as defined in the project
  documentation.

• VP-106 – Colorimetry

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Verify calibration of all video displays to ensure they display colors uniformly to a
  common reference standard as defined in the project documentation.

• VP-107 – Multiple Resolution Performance of Video Displays

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Verify that the system(s) accurately displays all resolutions required by project
  documentation on all displays within the system (i.e., no pixel shift, no geometric
  distortion, no artifacts from scaling, letterboxing, pillar boxing, or window boxing).

• VP-108 – Projected Display Brightness Uniformity

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Verify that the combined installation of projector and screen provides a display to
  the viewer that meets the requirements of the project documentation. This
  verification item shall require a metric to be verified.

• VP-109 – Projected Image Contrast Ratio

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Verify that the system conforms to the appropriate viewing category as defined in the project documentation. The testing methodology in ANSI/INFOCOMM 3M-2011 shall be used. The projected image contrast ratio shall be measured for all
  projected images within the system. This verification item shall require a metric to be verified.

• VP-110 – Test Video Routes

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Verify that all video routes are tested from endpoint to endpoint via the appropriate midpoint(s) for operation and routing required by the project documentation.

• VP-111 – Video Camera Image and Operation

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Verify that cameras, lenses, and pan/tilt systems operate as defined in the project
  documentation. Inspect the camera image through the full lens operation

Audio/Video performance

• Verification items within this category verify linked audio and video system elements that cannot be separated due to their functional requirements. These items verify performance,stability, and conformance to requirements provided within project documentation. Project specific verification items that address linked audio and video system elements shall be listed in this section.

• AVP-100 – Emergency Communications

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Verify that emergency communications systems properly receive inputs and
  information from other systems (including but not limited to life safety systems,
  security systems, and weather notifications), deliver appropriate notifications to
  target audiences, comply with regulatory requirements, and adhere to
  requirements defined in the project documentation.

• AVP-101 – Genlocking (Video Synchronization)

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Verify that the video synchronization of the system is performing as defined in the
  project documentation.

• AVP-102 – Audio and Video Recording

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Verify that audio and video signals are being routed to the recording device(s) and
  that the recording device(s) is operating correctly, as defined in the project
  documentation.

• AVP-103 – Audio/Video Sync

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Verify that audio/video synchronization is maintained to ensure the proper time
  alignment of signals during playback at the point of user experience or
  transmission as defined in the project documentation. This verification item should
  require a metric to be verified.

• AVP-104 – Radio Frequency Television Distribution

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Verify that the radio frequency and satellite intermediate frequency distribution
  systems provide all services to all endpoints as defined in the project
  documentation. This verification item shall require a metric to be verified.

• AVP-105 – Source Testing

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Verify that the signal produced by a source typical of what will be used in normal
  operation of the system is routed through the system to applicable endpoints and
  produces the performance as defined in the project documentation. A test
  generator shall not be used for this verification item.

Cable management, termination, and labeling

• Verification items within this category verify the workmanship for installation and management of all systems’ cabling, labels, and connections conformance to requirements provided within project documentation. Project-specific verification items that address site cabling, rack cabling, furniture cabling, and loose cables shall be listed in this section. In this context, “cable” refers to all cabling including fiber and copper (e.g., twisted pair, multicore, coaxial).

• CABL-100 – Cable Bend Radius

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Verify that cables are not bent beyond their minimum bend radius as specified in cable data sheet in order to maintain signal integrity as defined in the project documentation. Project documentation may state a larger radius to allow for a
  safety margin.

• CABL-101 – AV Connector Plate Input and Output Labeling

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Verify that all AV connector plate inputs and outputs are labeled as defined in the project documentation.

• CABL-102 – AV Connector Seating

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Verify that all AV connectors are correctly keyed, seated, and latched to respective connection points as defined in the project documentation. Conditions where physical parameters exceed the connector's ability to maintain full seating should
  be resolved as defined in the project documentation.

• CABL-103 – AV Connector Verification

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Verify that all AV cable terminations are made securely and meet the recommendations of the connector and cable manufacturer(s), published standards, and requirements defined in the project documentation.

• CABL-104 – AV Equipment Power Cable Management

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Verify that all AV equipment power cables are managed as defined in the project documentation. Verify that cables are managed in a uniform and acceptable manner so as not to compromise safety/OEM warranty, AV signal quality, and/or future field service.

• CABL-105 – AV System Cable Labeling

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Verify that all AV system cables are identified by a unique ID as defined in the project documentation. Verify that this unique ID is displayed permanently at both ends of the cable, is legible, and is positioned where it can be seen without undue disturbance.
  

• CABL-106 – Cable Separation

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Verify that both site and rack cables have appropriate separation according to signal type and level as defined in the project documentation.

• CABL-107 – Cable Supports

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Verify that all cables are supported throughout their lengths as defined in the project documentation.

• CABL-108 – Cable Ties

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Verify that, where appropriate, cable ties are used to secure the cables, are correctly tensioned, and that the correct type of cable tie(s) is used as defined in the project documentation.

• CABL-109 – Cables Bundled by Type

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Verify that cables are only bundled together when their construction, signal type, and signal level are compatible and will not cause measureable crosstalk or interference between cables.

• CABL-110 – Cables Dressed

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Verify that cables are dressed to ensure that all rack and site cables are installed to provide serviceability, safety, and aesthetics as defined in the project documentation.

• CABL-111 – Patch Panel Configuration

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Verify that all patch panels have been correctly wired and configured as defined in the project documentation.

• CABL-112 – Patch Panel Labeling

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Verify that all patch panels have been labeled as defined in the project documentation. Verify that all labeling is machine-printed, consistent, durable, accurate, and legible.
  

• CABL-113 – Termination Stress

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Verify that all cable terminations have been completed and adequately supported to minimize stress on the termination point and/or connector.

• CABL-114 – AV Connector Plate Consistent Labeling

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Verify that AV connector plates have consistent labeling throughout the project as defined in the project documentation.

• CABL-115 – AV System Cabling Verification

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Verify that all cabling is the correct type and routed correctly from point to point as defined in the project documentation.

• CABL-116 – Cable Length Required for Serviceability

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Verify that sufficient cabling is available so the device can be placed in a serviceable location as defined in the project documentation.

Control performance

• Verification items within this category verify the control system’s performance, usability, stability, and conformance to requirements provided within project documentation. Project specific verification items that address system communications, interface and control devices, mobile device integration, external system integration (e.g., life safety, security, environmental), automated system functions, and user interface operations shall be listed in this section.

• CON-100 – Control System Communications

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Verify that all control communications are tested from endpoint to endpoint via the appropriate midpoint(s) for operation and functionality as defined in the project documentation.

• CON-101 – Interfacing and Control of External Devices and Systems

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Verify that AV control system interfaces to and from control systems provided by others conform to requirements as defined in the project documentation.

• CON-102 – Mobile Device Integration

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Verify that mobile devices that are to be supported are integrated and operating as defined in the project documentation.

• CON-103 – System Response to Emergency Condition(s)

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Verify that any required response of the installed audiovisual system(s) in the event of a life safety or similar emergency operates in accordance with local regulations and as defined in the project documentation. This item specifically excludes sound system response to an emergency condition, which is covered under item AP-100, Emergency Muting.
  

• CON-104 – Control System Automated Functions

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Verify that all time-dependent or automated functions executed by the control system conform to requirements as defined in project documentation.

• CON-105 – Control System User Interface Performance

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Verify that the control system is implemented in a manner consistent with the requirements as defined in the project documentation.

• CON-106 – Control System Response Time

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Verify that the control system provides the user response time and maximum
  latency defined in the project documentation. This verification item should require
  a metric to be verified.

System and Record Documentation

• Verification items within this category verify that the system’s project-specific record documentation has been completed. Any documentation should be delivered in electronic format wherever possible and practical. Project-specific verification items that address drawings and specifications, test reports, manuals, and acceptance reports shall be listed in this section.

• DOC-100 – Final Inventory of AV Equipment

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Verify that all equipment has been delivered as defined in the project documentation.

• DOC-101 – Approval of Samples

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Verify that samples of all equipment to be used as defined in the project documentation have been submitted for approval.

• DOC-102 – Delivered Product Against Samples

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Where samples of products have been required for approval, verify that the products that are delivered are the same and of the same quality.

• DOC-103 – Wireless Frequency Licensing

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Verify that the correct and valid wireless frequency licensing permits have been obtained for legal operation of the system.

• DOC-104 – Consultant’s Testing

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Verify that any consultant’s testing requirements defined in the project documentation have been performed and approved.

• DOC-105 – General Contractor’s Testing

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Verify that any general contractor’s testing requirements defined in the project documentation have been performed and approved.

• DOC-106 – Integrator’s Testing

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Verify that any integrator’s testing requirements have been performed and approved as defined in the project documentation.

• DOC-107 – Manufacturer’s Testing

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Verify that any manufacturer’s testing requirements defined in the project documentation have been performed and approved.

• DOC-108 – Owner’s Testing

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Verify that any owner’s testing requirements defined in the project documentation have been performed and approved.

• DOC-109 – Third-Party Testing

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Verify that any third-party testing requirements have been performed and approved as defined in the project documentation.

• DOC-110 – Substantial/Practical Completion

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Verify that a conditional acceptance of the project has been issued by the owner or owner’s representative, acknowledging that the project or a designated portion is substantially/practically complete and ready for use by the owner, however some
  requirements and/or deliverables defined in the project documentation may not be complete.

• DOC-111 – As-Built Drawings Complete

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Verify that a complete set of accurate as-built drawings indicating all AV devices, AV device locations, mounting details, system wiring and cabling interconnects, and all other details has been provided as defined in the project documentation.
  

• DOC-112 – Audio System Test Reporting

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Verify that the audio system test report has been completed and issued as defined in the project documentation.

• DOC-113 – Control System Test Reporting

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Verify that the control system test report has been completed and issued as defined in the project documentation.

• DOC-114 – Final Commissioning Report and System Turnover

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Verify that the final commissioning report has been completed, issued to the proper entity, and accepted as defined in the project documentation.

• DOC-115 – Required Closeout Documentation

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Verify that a complete set of as-built system documentation has been provided as defined in the project documentation.

• DOC-116 – Software Licensing

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Verify that the usage and ownership rights have been assigned as defined in the project documentation.
  

• DOC-117 – User Manuals

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Verify that manufacturer’s user manuals are delivered to the owner in a format defined in the project documentation (e.g., binders, PDFs), or dispose of the manuals in a responsible manner (recycling) if the owner specifies that they do not
  wish to receive the manuals.
  
  Integrator- or programmer-created manuals and documentation shall be delivered
  to the owner in a format defined in the project documentation.
  

• DOC-118 – Video System Test Reporting

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Verify that the video system test report has been completed and issued as defined in the project documentation.

• DOC-119 – Warranties

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Verify that all warranties are activated and that all warranty details have been passed to the owner as defined in the project documentation.

• DOC-120 – Final Acceptance

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Verify that a final acceptance of the project has been issued by the owner or owner’s representative, acknowledging that the project is 100% complete, that all required deliverables, services, project-specific verification lists, testing, verification and signoffs have been received, and that all requirements defined in the project documentation have been satisfied and completed.

Electrical

• Verification items within this category verify the system’s interaction with mains voltage distribution and DC power distribution within the system are in conformance with the regulatory authority and project documentation. Project-specific verification items that address power distribution, monitoring, and sequencing shall be listed in this section. This category specifically excludes testing of the building’s fixed electrical installation, which is deemed the responsibility of others as defined in the project documentation or by regulatory authority.

• ELEC-100 – AV Equipment Connected to Proper Circuit

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Verify that all AV equipment is powered from the designated power circuit and outlet as defined in the project documentation. No additional (non-AV) equipment should be connected unless permitted in the project documentation.
  

• ELEC-101 – Grounding/Earthing

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Verify that all elements of the AV system are correctly bonded to an electrical ground/earth in accordance with the requirements of the regulatory authority and as defined in the project documentation.

• ELEC-102 – Mains Voltage Sub-Distribution Integrity

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Verify that all electrical sub-distribution systems provided by the AV contractor in equipment racks, furniture, and similar structures meet local regulatory requirements for electrical integrity.

• ELEC-103 – Power Sources

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Verify that the sources of mains voltage AC power to be used for the supply of AV equipment are correct as defined in the project documentation and have been tested to the outlet in accordance with local electrical standards.

• ELEC-104 – Power Sequencing

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Verify that the power sequencing of devices is correct as defined in the project documentation.

• ELEC-105 – UPS Operation

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Verify that the uninterruptible power supply (UPS) is performing to the specifications as defined in the project documentation.

• ELEC-106 – DC Power Distribution

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Verify that all DC powered devices are receiving the proper voltage and current for normal operation.

• ELEC-107 – Power Loss Recovery

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Verify that the AV systems resume normal operation on the restoration of power following a hard electrical power outage. Power loss recovery shall include verification of the resumption state on power recovery. Resumption state shall be the control system start-up condition/start page (where applicable) and resetting all devices to a known state as defined in the project documentation.

• ELEC-108 – Power Monitoring

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Verify power-monitoring equipment is working and reporting as defined in the project documentation. Power-monitoring equipment should be verified with a known electrical load where possible. If power-monitoring data is being collected for an energy management system, connectivity with the system should be verified.

Information Technology

• Verification items within this category verify the Information Technology elements of the system perform, provide stability, and conform to requirements provided within project documentation. Project-specific verification items that address network integration and performance, IT systems integration, IT security, unified communications, and software licensing shall be listed in this section. This category specifically excludes testing of the owner’s information technology systems unless specified in the project documentation.

• IT-100 – Content Delivery Network

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Verify that the content delivery network (e.g., digital signage) is in place and provides the required connectivity for the required audio, video, and control systems.
  
  Verify that all required content licensing has been acquired.

• IT-101 – IEEE 802 Wireless Security

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Verify that the wireless network is protected in accordance with the client/owner’s information security policies from unauthorized access and provides the required connectivity for the audio, video, and control systems.

• IT-102 – Network Bandwidth

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Verify that the required network bandwidth is available for control, audio, video, and data as part of either a shared or a dedicated audiovisual network.

• IT-103 – Network QoS (Quality of Service)

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Verify that the required Quality of Service (QoS) is in place for audio, video, and data as part of either a shared network or a dedicated audiovisual network.

• IT-104 – Network Security

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Verify that the shared or dedicated network is secure as defined in the project documentation and accessible to suit the required audio, video, and control systems.

• IT-105 – Telephony

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Verify that any required telephony connections to the AV system are in place and connectivity is verified.

• IT-106 – Unified Communications

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Verify that any connections to IT-based unified communication applications that will interface with the AV system have been planned for and integrated.

• IT-107 – AV IP Address Scheme

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Verify and document that all network-connected equipment has the correct IP address, subnet mask, hostname, and gateway configuration as defined in the project documentation.

• IT-108 – IEEE 802 Wireless Networks

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Verify that the wireless network configuration is correct and valid (e.g., channel no., SSID, TX power) in defined areas of use as defined in the project documentation.
  
  Verify that there is adequate channel separation between any client wireless networks that are required to co-exist in the same area.

• IT-109 – PoE (Power over Ethernet)

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Verify that PoE (Power over Ethernet) devices are supplied with correct power required for normal device operation.
  
  Verify under normal operations that the switch providing PoE has the capacity to power all of the devices that are connected to it.

• IT-110 – Network Topology

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Verify that the network for audio, video, and control is of a suitable topology to support the services to be delivered as defined in the project documentation.

• IT-111 – Application Integration

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Verify that the audiovisual and control systems have been integrated and have been fully configured with headend software, including monitoring and asset management; databases; web-based front ends; digital signage software and systems; content generation and distribution platforms; and appliances as defined in the project documentation.

• IT-112 – Enterprise Management Tools

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Verify that enterprise management tools such as central monitoring client/server or web-based applications have been installed and connected to all systems they are required to monitor or control as specified in the project documentation.

• IT-113 – Identity Management

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Verify that all systems-authentication credentials are configured correctly. Any temporary credential used during system installation and commissioning should be removed.
  
  User and group authentication and authorization are verified based on the requirements from the project documentation. Connectivity with the central directory, database, or other identity authority should be verified.

• IT-114 – Network Performance Under Full Functional Load

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Verify that the network can provide the required operational performance to carry control, audio, video, and data under production load and at times of peak production load (refer to IT-102 Network Bandwidth).

• IT-115 – Remote Access

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Verify that remote access to AV and IT systems are configured as defined in the project documentation.

• IT-116 – Remote Management

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Verify that remote management tools such as virtual touch panels, internal web applications, or manufacturer’s applications are configured and functional as required by the project documentation and/or manufacturer’s specification.

Operations and Support

• Verification items within this category verify that operational planning and handover of elements of the system have been conducted and conform to requirements provided within project documentation. Project-specific verification items that support planning for operations or address handover elements shall be listed in this section.

• OP-100 – Software

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Verify that all control programming code, DSP configuration files, and any other associated software have been provided as defined in the project documentation.

• OP-101 – Battery Management Plan

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Verify that a battery management plan has been completed and supplied to the owner in the project documentation package.

• OP-102 – Content Management Plan

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Verify there is a plan for managing the content to be delivered by the audiovisual systems, including the means to create content and update content when new information needs to be conveyed.

• OP-103 – System Content Provided

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Verify that any owner, vendor, or third-party-produced system content that is required for operations as defined in the project documentation has been supplied, loaded, and tested in the completed AV system.

Physical Environment

• Verification items within this category verify that built elements that interact with a system perform and conform to requirements provided within project documentation. Project specific verification items that address structural reinforcement, lighting, enclosures,
  finishes, and other built elements shall be listed in this section.

• PHYSE-100 – Divisible Spaces

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Verify that the divisible spaces provide the functionality defined in the project documentation.

• PHYSE-101 – Human Factors, Usability, and Ergonomics

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Verify that ergonomics and usability elements for audience and system users are installed and configured as defined in the project documentation.

• PHYSE-102 – Lighting

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Verify that the lighting systems are suitable for each type of application (e.g., video conferencing, presentation, broadcast, performance) as defined in the project documentation. This verification item should require a metric to be verified.

• PHYSE-103 – Vibration

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Verify that the physical environment is suitable for the intended audiovisual systems in relation to all sources of vibration affecting stability of equipment such as videoconferencing cameras, document cameras, and fixed screen and projector locations.

• PHYSE-104 – Backing/Blocking/Framing

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Verify that installed backing, blocking, and framing meets project documentation requirements and industry standards for installation means and methods.

• PHYSE-105 – Clean Building Handover

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Verify that the area is clean, free of dust, and suitable for equipment installation and that no further work is planned that will release contaminants into any AV equipment area.
  
  Verify that the area released is isolated from any areas not yet released.
  

• PHYSE-106 – Coordinated Construction Elements

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Verify that the elements (including but not limited to spatial requirements and building services) required by the AV system that are coordinated with other disciplines have been provided as defined in the project documentation.

• PHYSE-107 – Device Enclosures

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Verify that device enclosures accommodate the intended device and that all necessary environmental controls (e.g., heating, cooling, humidity) are incorporated into the enclosure as defined in the project documentation.

• PHYSE-108 – Finishes

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Verify AV equipment, furniture, fixtures, and accessories against the project documentation.

• PHYSE-109 – Floor Boxes/Wall Boxes/Ceiling Boxes <br>

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Verify that installed floor, wall, and ceiling boxes meet project documentation and regulatory authority requirements.
  

• PHYSE-110 – HVAC Commissioned

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Verify the HVAC system has been tested and balanced prior to completing verification items AP-112 and AP-116.

• PHYSE-111 – HVAC Operations

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Verify the HVAC system has begun continuous operations in advance of equipment operations.

• PHYSE-112 – Structural Mounting

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Verify configuration and compatibility of structural accommodations and all mounting hardware based on the intended application. All equipment mounting hardware shall be installed in the manner specified by the hardware manufacturer.

• PHYSE-113 – Protection of Installed Equipment

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Verify that all elements of the AV system are free of damage.

• PHYSE-114 – Accessibility

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Verify that all systems are accessible in accordance with regulatory requirements.

Physical Installation

• Verification items within this category verify that the workmanship for installation of all the equipment within the system except cabling conforms to requirements provided within project documentation. Project-specific verification items that address containment, installation, security, and equipment cleanliness shall be listed in this section.

• PHYSI-100 – Cable Containment/Conduit

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Verify that installed containment/conduit capacity and routes meet project documentation requirements, industry standards, and regulatory requirements for installation means and methods.
  
  Verify that installed containment/conduit is serviceable and free of contaminants.

• PHYSI-101 – AV Rack Air Flow and Temperature Performance

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Verify that the AV rack(s) provides the air flow as required in the project documentation.
  
  Verify that the temperature in the AV rack has been measured and is within tolerances defined by manufacturers’ guidelines and the project documentation. This verification item shall require a metric to be verified.
  

• PHYSI-102 – Equipment Security

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Verify that equipment is secured as defined in the project documentation.
  
  Verify that all security systems, devices, and manufacturer security accessories are installed and verified to be operating as defined in project documentation.
  
  Verify that keyed devices have been keyed as defined in the project documentation and devices requiring configuration have been configured as defined in the project documentation and are verified to be operating within specification.
  

• PHYSI-103 – AV Equipment Labeling

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Verify that all AV equipment has been labeled in accordance with the requirements of the project documentation. All labeling must be consistent, durable, accurate, and visible without dismantling of sub-assemblies.
  

• PHYSI-104 – Plumb and Level/Square

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Verify that all AV equipment has been installed, aligned, or angled correctly as defined in the project documentation. Level and plumb are the default requirement unless particular angles or other alignments are defined in the project documentation.
  

• PHYSI-105 – Site Security

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Verify that all elements of the AV system are free from loss, damage, or tampering.
  

• PHYSI-106 – AV Equipment Location

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Verify that AV equipment is installed at the location and/or in the rack or enclosure as defined in the project documentation. Equipment is installed per the elevation or other specification provided by the project documentation or the manufacturer’s specification.
  

• PHYSI-107 – AV Rack Cleanliness

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Verify that all components installed in AV equipment racks are free from dirt, dust, water, or any other element that would compromise the performance and/or longevity of the AV system.

• PHYSI-108 – Non-End-User Controls Protection

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Verify that installed items with user-facing controls that are not intended for end-user access have been covered, disabled, or otherwise secured to prevent end-user operation.

• PHYSI-109 – Optical Components Cleanliness

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Verify that all optical components, such as lenses and mirrors, are free from dirt, dust, damage, or markings that would compromise the optical performance of those system components.

• PHYSI-110 – Handling of Accessories Otherwise Undefined

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Verify that all items that are pre-packaged with primary system equipment but have no documented/planned use in the AV system(s) are managed in accordance with the project documentation.
  

• PHYSI-111 – Turnover of Accessory System Elements

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Verify that any equipment that may be considered portable and/or otherwise not specifically incorporated into the installed AV system(s) has been set up, configured, and tested.

Serviceability

• Verification items within this category verify that the system is serviceable in conformance with the requirements provided within project documentation. Project-specific verification items that address system accessibility, access panels, and rack clearance shall be listed in this section.

• SERV-100 – Access Panels

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Verify that any access panels that have been installed to provide access to any type of AV equipment are properly sized and positioned as detailed in the project documentation.

• SERV-101 – Ability to Maintain and Service Equipment

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Verify that all equipment is accessible and capable of being maintained, serviced, cleaned, or adjusted as necessary.
  
  Verify that all equipment requiring regular cleaning or maintenance is accessible without requirement for special equipment or tools that would disrupt the normal use of the facility and systems therein.
  

• SERV-102 – Input and Output Panel Accessibility

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Verify that all input and output panels are accessible and meet all requirements for user access and placement.

• SERV-103 – Rack Clearance

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Verify rack placement and use for physical stability in accordance with the project documentation and regulatory authority.

Wireless

• Verification items within this category verify that all aspects of wireless audio, video, and control systems perform and conform to the requirements provided within project documentation. Project-specific verification items that address radio frequency, infrared,
  Bluetooth®, Digital Enhanced Cordless Telephony (DECT), and proprietary wireless systems shall be listed in this section.

• WL-100 – Wireless Audio Systems Operation

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Verify that the operation of wireless audio systems (RF and IR) is as defined in the project documentation.

• WL-101 – Wireless Control Systems Operation

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Verify that the operation of wireless control systems (RF and IR) is as defined in the project documentation.

• WL-102 – Wireless Coordination

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Verify that the environment is suitable for the required wireless services (RF and IR) to provide audio, video, and control, and can be implemented for the required number of channels as defined in the project documentation.

• WL-103 – Wireless Video Systems Operation

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Verify that the operation of wireless video systems (RF and IR) is as defined in the project documentation.