InfoComm International Audiovisual Systems Performance Verification Checklist -- copyright 2013 InfoComm International

• Project title

• 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

• All audio performance tests are made from all electronic system inputs (first physical output of source media, all I/O plates, Mike inputs) to all electronic system outputs (all outputs connected to amplifier inputs, all connections to external facilities to other rooms), buildings or external services such as broadcast connections.

• AP – 100: Multi – Channel Loudspeaker System Output<br><br>

  Yes

  No

  N/A

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

• AP – 101: 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-102: Loudspeaker Zoning

  Yes

  No

  N/A

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

• AP – 103: Loudspeaker Impedance

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Verify that all loudspeaker circuits have the correct impedance as defined in the project documentation.

• AP – 104: Audio Signal Transport

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Verify that audio signal is being distributed accordingly through the system as defined in the project documentation.

• AP – 105: DSP Programming

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Verify that all DSP – based products have been programmed as defined in the project documentation and that editable, non-comileded source copies of the program have been saved and delivered to the owner.

• AP – 106: Emergency Muting

  Yes

  No

  N/A

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

• AP – 107: Acoustical Ambient Noise

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Verify that the background acoustic noise levels within audiovisual spaces or 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.

• AP – 108: 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.

• AP – 109: Alignment of Multiple Audio Source Levels

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Verify calibration of permanent audio system inputs so there is minimal difference between any input signal level after the first common gain adjustment.

• AP – 110: Speech Reinforcement System Headroom

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Verify that audio systems capable of performing above normal operating levels without distortion, as defined in the project documentation.

• AP – 111: Alignment of Microphones

  Yes

  No

  N/A

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

• AP 112: Microphone Level Alignment

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Verify calibration of microphone so there is microphone input level alignment as defined in the project documentation between any input signal level after the first common level adjustment.

• AP- 113: Microphone Gain Before Feedback

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Verify that speech reinforcement system is operating without feedback and audio levels as defined in the project documentation.

• AP – 114: Conferencing Echo Suppression Performance

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Verify the system with conference capability shall perform at normal operating levels in the full-duplex mode without echo or latency.

• AP – 115: Physical Loudspeaker Alignment

  Yes

  No

  N/A

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

• AP – 116: Time Alignment

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Verify that all loudspeaker time alignment is configured as defined in the project documentation.

• AP – 117: Loudspeaker Polarity

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Verify that all loudspeakers are tested to ensure they all have correct polarity as defined in the project documentation.

• AP – 118: Loudspeaker Circuit Impedance Measurement

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Measure the impedance of all loudspeaker circuits and compare the results with values defined in the project documentation.

• AP – 119: Loudspeaker Transformer Tap Setting

  Yes

  No

  N/A

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

• AP – 120: Conferencing Audio Far-Side Level Adjust

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Verify that in a conferencing audio application, the incoming audio level from the far side is checked and adjusted in the system as defined in the project documentation. The Far-side audio should come from a verified standard source that provides an audio signal at a level defined in the project documentation. This source should also be used to check all conferencing rooms that will be connected in conference.

• AP – 121: Audio System Total Harmonic Distortion

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Verify that the total harmonic distortion of the installed audio system is less than the level defined in the project documentation.

• AP – 122: Audio Level Exceeds Background Noise Level

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Verify that the audio level provided by the AV system exceeds the background noise level as to find in the project documentation.

• A T – 123: Audio System Equalization for Spectral Balance

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Verify that equalizers have been adjusted in accordance with the preferred acoustic response curves as defined in the project documentation.

• AP – 124: Speech Reinforcement System Electronic Frequency Response

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Verify that the electronic frequency response of the speech reinforcement system meets or exceeds that which is defined in the project documentation.

• AP – 125: Audio Playback System Electronic Frequency Response

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Verify that the electronic frequency response of the audio playback system meets Or exceeds to that which is defined in the project documentation.

• AP – 126: Audio Buzz and Rattles

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Verify that no audible noise caused by improper installation of any equipment provided in completed system is evident. Perform buzzes and rattles test, monitoring for both direct, or indirect, unintended noise generated as a result of the AV system operating within its design parameters in the room environment. Noise that may be present as a result of non-AV system related sources (for example: air handler rattles due to excessive volume of air through it is not in scope with this verification.

• AP – 127: Audio System Latency

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Measure latency of the audio system, and verify that latency does not exceed requirements defined in the project documentation.

• AP – 128: 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, and that an editable copy of the program file is provided to the owner.

• AP – 129: Sound Masking

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Verify that audio system sound pressure levels and equalization is calibrated as defined in this project documentation to provide masking of speech.

• AP – 130: AV Room Reverberation Time

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Verify reverberation time and compare to expectations defined in the project documentation.

• AP – 131: Audio System Speech Reproduction at Listener Positions

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Verify that the audio system provides speech reproduction as defined in the project documentation.

• AP – 132: Audio Coverage in Listener Areas

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Verify the coverage of the audio system in the Listener areas meets the performance requirements as defined in the project as verified by ANSI/InfoComm 1M – 2009, Audio Coverage Uniformity in Enclosed Listener Areas. Perform separate test for all independent systems within the project, including but not limited to program sound, speech reinforcement, and show relay. Documented project specific requirements will supersede ANSI/InfoComm 1M – 2009, however it is strongly recommended that the testing methodologies from ANSI/InfoComm 1M— 2009 be utilized.

• AP – 133: Test Audio Routes

  Yes

  No

  N/A

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

Video performance

• All video performance tests are made from all electronic systems inputs (first physical output of source media, all I/O plates) to all electronic system outputs (all outputs connected to display inputs, all connections to external facilities (to other rooms, buildings or external services such as broadcast connections).

• VP – 100: 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.

• DP – 101: 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 specified in the project documentation.

• VP – 102: Image Geometry

  Yes

  No

  N/A

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

• VP – 103: Projected Display Brightness Uniformity

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Verify that the combined installation of projector and screen provides a display to viewer that meets the project requirements for uniformity of brightness across the area of the display.

• VP – 104: Image Size Relative to Viewer Position

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Verify that the displays are sized appropriately to the distance relative to the viewer as defined in the project documentation.

• VP – 105: Test Video Routes

  Yes

  No

  N/A

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

• VP – 106: Colorimetry

  Yes

  No

  N/A

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

• VP – 107: Projected Image Contrast Ratio

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Verify that the system should conform to the appropriate viewing category as defined in the project documentation and/or as verified by and ANSI/InfoComm 3M – 2011, documented project specific requirements will supersede ANSI/InfoComm 3M – 2011, however it is strongly recommended that the testing methodology from ANSI/InfoComm 3M – 2011 Be utilized. The projected image contrast ratio should be measured for all project images within the system.

• VP – 108: Multiple Resolution Performance of Video Displays

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Verify that the system Displays all resolutions required by project documentation on all displays within the system. Consideration should be given to maximum resolution and aspect ratio of each display to ensure that the anticipated resolutions are within display tolerances of the display devices. Any variation other than accurate display of resolution should be documented in the test report such as pixel shift, geometric distortion, artifacts from scaling, letterboxing, pillarboxing, window boxing, or similar distortion of the image.

• VP – 109: EDID Management Plan

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Verified to EDID (Extension Display Identification Data) management plan has been implemented for the project documentation.

• VP – 110: HDCP Management Plan

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Verify that the HDCP (High-Bandwidth Digital Content Protection) management plan has been implemented per the project documentation.

• VP – 111: Video Camera Image and Operation

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Inspect camera image quality through the full lens operation. Check Lens for proper operation. Check proper operation of Pan/tilt operation.

Audio/Video performance

• AVP – 100: Audio and Video Recording

  Yes

  No

  N/A

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

• AVP – 101: 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.

• AVP – 102: 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.

• AVP – 103: Emergency Communications

  Yes

  No

  N/A

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

• AVP – 104: Source Testing

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Verify that "real-life" sources other than test generations have been tested on the completed system using the common communications and/or media types the system is designed to support as defined in the project documentation.

• AVP – 105: Genlocking (video synchronization)

  Yes

  No

  N/A

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

Cable management, termination, and labeling

• CABL – 100: Cable Supports

  Yes

  No

  N/A

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

• CABL – 101: AV Connector Verification

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Verify that all cable terminations are made securely and meet the recommendations of the connector and cable manufacturer, publish standards, as well as in accordance with requirements defined in the project documentation. Verify that terminations are appropriate for application with correct pin configuration and connection to equipment with a minimum of adapters.

• CABL – 102: 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 – 103: Patch Panel Configuration

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Verify that all patch panels have been correctly wired and configured as defined in the project documentation, having regard for connectivity, consistency of phase and normalization.

• 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 the cables are managed in a uniform and acceptable manner so as not to compromise safety/OEM warranty, A/V signal quality, and/or future field service.

• CABL – 105: AV Connector Seating

  Yes

  No

  N/A

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

• CABL – 106: Cables Dressed

  Yes

  No

  N/A

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

• CABL – 107: AV Connector Plate Input and Output Labeling

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Verify all AV connector plate input and output labeling as defined in the project documentation.

• CABL – 108: AV System Cable Labeling

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Verify that all cables are identified by unique ID as defined in the project documentation. Verify 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 – 109: 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. Verify that all connector plates are given unique identifiers and that this identifier is used as defined in the project documentation. Verify connector plate labeling is consistent with control surfaces.
  
  NOTE: Unique identifier should be permanently marked on finished plates unless there are aesthetic reasons not to.

• CABL – 110: Cable Ties

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Verify that were appropriate, cable ties are used to secure the cables and that the correct type of cable tie is used in the project as defined in the project documentation.

• CABL – 111: 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 – 112: 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.

• CABL – 113: Cable bend radius

  Yes

  No

  N/A

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

• CABL – 114: Termination Stress

  Yes

  No

  N/A

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

• CABL - 115: Cables Bundled by Type

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Purify the cables were only bundled together when their construction, Signal type,, and signal level are compatible and will not cause measurable crosstalk or interference between cables.

• CABL – 116: AV System Cabling Verification

  Yes

  No

  N/A

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

Control performance

• CON – 100: System Response to Emergency Condition

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Verified any required response of the installed audiovisual system in the event of life safety or similar emergency operates in accordance with local regulations and is defined in the project documentation. This item specifically excludes sound system response to emergency condition which is covered under item AP – 106.

• CON – 101: 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 – 102: Control System Communications

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Verify that all control communications are tested from endpoint to endpoint via the appropriate midpoints for operation functionality as defined in the project documentation.

• CON– 103: Control System User Interface Performance

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Verify that the look and feel of the control system is consistent with requirements as defined in the project documentation. This includes touchscreen pages, buttons, navigation, gestures, and all other ways the user will control the system and environment. Verify the control system provides the user response time and Maximum latency as defined in the project documentation.

• CON – 104: Control System Automated Functions

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Verify that all macro functions executed by the control system conform to requirements as defined in project documentation.

• CON – 105: Interfacing and Control of External Devices and Systems

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Verify that AV control system interfaces to and control systems provided by others and conforms to requirements as defined in the project documentation. This may require coordination with other service providers or the owners support organization.

Electrical

• 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: 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, etc. Meet local regulatory requirements for electrical integrity.
  
  Note: in this context "sub distribution" refers to localized distribution systems providing power to multiple items of equipment from a single outlet.

• ELEC – 102: Power Sources

  Yes

  No

  N/A

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

• ELEC – 103: Grounding/Earthing

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Verify that all elements of the audiovisual system are correctly bonded to an electrical ground earth in accordance with the requirements of regulatory authority.

• ELEC – 104: Power Sequencing

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Verify that the power sequencing of devices is correct per the project documentation.

• ELEC – 105: DC Power Distribution

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Verify that all DC power devices are receiving the proper voltage and current for normal operation. When Distributing or extending DC power, the total current draw must not exceed the available potential of the power supply.

• ELEC – 106: 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 – 107: Power Loss Recovery

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Verify the A/V systems for normal operation on the resumption of power following a hard electrical power outage. Power loss recovery shall include 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 energy management system, connectivity with the system should be verified.

Information technology

• IT – 100: Network Topology

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Verify that the network for audio, video, and control is it suitable to apology to support the services to be delivered.
  
  Verify that real-time audio, video, and control supporting applications such as telepresence, medical procedures and live television coverage or in real time with the live event with no delay which requires the correct networked apology and low latency encoding/decoding.
  
  Verify that all Network Systems have been installed on the proper network for AV devices as required by the client and specified by the project documentation. The network and associated firewalls have been configured to allow for the network traffic and transversal to associated networks as required for proper operation as defined in the project documentation.

• IT – 101: Telephony

  Yes

  No

  N/A

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

• IT – 102: Unified Communications

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Verify any connections to IP-based unified communications applications that will interface with the AV system have been planned for an integrated. Coordination for voice, video, instant message systems, and computer-based communication tool should be considered.

• IT – 103: PoE (Power over Ethernet)

  Yes

  No

  N/A

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

• IT – 104: AV IP Address Scheme

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Verifying document that all network connected equipment has the correct IP address, subnet mask, hostname, and gateway configuration is required for correct operation. This can be by static, DHCP, or reserved DHCP configuration.
  
  IP address scheme can be generated based on a list of equipment, location, VLAN equipment and Mac address.

• IT – 105: IEEE 802 Wireless Networks

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Verify that the correct and valid wireless network configuration (e.g. channel number, SSID, TX power) to ensure legal operation in defined areas of use. Verify there is adequate channel separation between any client wireless networks that are required to coexist in the same area.

• IT – 106: Network Bandwidth

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Verify that the required network bandwidth is available to control, audio, video, and data as part of either a shared or dedicated audiovisual network.
  
  The peak load of the network will need to be determined, including how much bandwidth it consumes, when it occurs, and what the duration is. This is especially critical on shared networks were total load demands may be managed directly by IT staff or remain unknown. The peakload will need to be factored into the overall bandwidth requirements. Periods of peak loads will need to be determined prior to bandwidth testing or perform testing over a weekly or monthly cycle.

• IT – 107: 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 – 108: Network Performance Under Full Functional Load

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Verify 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 133 network bandwidth).

• IT – 109: Network Security

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Verified the shared or dedicated network is secure as defined in the project documentation and accessible to suit the required audio, video and control systems.
  
  Verify the network is protected from potential information security risk including intrusion, remote access, viruses, spyware, and malware, and that effective protection and homogeneous policies are in place and in use for infrastructure, servers, workstations, controllers, network connected equipment and mobile devices.

• IT – 110: Content Delivery Network

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Verified the content delivery network is in place and provides the required connectivity, bandwidth and quality of service (QOS) for the required audio, video and control systems.
  
  Verify that all required content licensing has been acquired.

• IT – 111: Application Integration

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Verified the audiovisual and control systems have been integrated and 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: IEEE 802 Wireless Security

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Verify that the wireless network is protected in accordance with the clients information security policies from unauthorized access and provides the required collectivity for the audio, video, and control systems.
  
  Many audio, video, and control platforms do not support the full suite of wireless security policies. Verify with the clients information technology group that compatible wireless security protocols can be deployed for each product set when using a shared wireless network.
  
  Where dedicated audiovisual wireless network is provided, verify that the potential IT wireless network is coordinated to avoid interference.

• IT – 113: Digital Enhanced Cordless Telephony

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Verify that the digital enhanced cordless Telephony the (DECT)/unlicensed personal communication services you (UPCS) design can be implemented for the required number of channels given the limited number of available channels and effects of interference on system reliability and channel count.

• I T – 114: Remote Access

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Verify the remote access to AV and IT systems are configured as defined in the project documentation. Accounts, networks, and other credentials are provisioned and configured to allow proper offsite or off network access. This will likely require coordination with the clients IT staff and require the client or client support staff to participate in the testing.

• IT – 115: Identity Management

  Yes

  No

  N/A

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

• IT – 116: Remote Management

  Yes

  No

  N/A

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

• IT – 117: Enterprise Management Tools

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Verify that enterprise management tools such as central monitoring client/server or web-based application have been installed and connected to all systems they are required to monitor or control as specified in the project documentation. All functionality required by the project documentation, including, but not limited to, control monitoring and reporting has been verified.

Operational

• 0P – 100: Battery Management Plan

  Yes

  No

  N/A

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

• OP – 101: System Content Provided

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Verify that any system content that will be used in initial operations has been supplied to the owner, AV vendor, or third-party producer and that the system content has been loaded and tested in the completed AV system.

• OP – 102: Content Management Plan

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Verify there is a plan for managing the content to be delivered by the A/V systems including the means to create content, change or modify content and update content when new information needs to be conveyed.

• OP – 103: Software

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Verify that all control programming code, DSP configuration files, and any other associated software has been provided for the project requirements.

Physical environment

• PHYSE: – 100: HVAC Commissioned

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Verify the HVAC system has been tested and balanced prior to completing checklist item AP – 122 and AP – 107.

• PHYSE – 101: 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.
  
  Backing, blocking, and framing are installed architectural elements that supports the mounting of audiovisual devices or elements, typically in walls or ceilings.

• PHYSE – 102: Floor Boxes/Wall Boxes/Ceiling Boxes

  Yes

  No

  N/A

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

• PHYSE – 103: Device Enclosures

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Verify the device enclosures are suitable to house the device intended and that all necessary environmental controls are incorporated into the enclosure as defined in the project documentation.

• PHYSE – 104: Human Factor Elements

  Yes

  No

  N/A

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

• PHYSE – 105: Structural Mounting

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Verify configuration and compatibility for 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 – 106: Divisible Spaces

  Yes

  No

  N/A

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

• PHYSE – 107: Vibration

  Yes

  No

  N/A

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

• PHYSE – 108: Lighting

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Verify that the lighting systems are suitable for the intended video and control systems for each type of application (e.g. Videoconferencing, presentation, broadcast, performance) as defined in the project documentation.

• PHYSE – 109: Clean Building Handover

  Yes

  No

  N/A

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

• PHYSE – 110: Protection of Installed Equipment

  Yes

  No

  N/A

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

• PHYSE – 111: Finishes

  Yes

  No

  N/A

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

• PHYSE – 112: HVAC Operations

  Yes

  No

  N/A

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

• PHYSE – 113: Accessibility

  Yes

  No

  N/A

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

• PHYSE – 114: 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 per the project documentation.

Physical installation

• PHYSI – 100: Cable Containment/Conduit

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Verify that installed containment/conduit capacity and routes meet project documentation requirements and industry standards for installation means and methods.

• PHYSI – 101: AV Equipment Located Per Project Documentation

  Yes

  No

  N/A

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

• PHYSI – 102: 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 subassemblies, including but not limited to racks and desks.

• PHYSI – 103: AV Rack Thermal Gradient Performance

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Verify that the AV rack thermal gradient has been inspected and all equipment is operating within manufacturers guidelines.

• PHYSI – 104: Plum 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 plum are the default requirement unless particular angles or other alignment are defined in the project design.

• PHYSI – 105: 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 – 106: Optical Components Cleanliness

  Yes

  No

  N/A

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

• PHYSI – 107: 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 has been set up, configured, and tested.

• 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. This includes items such as amplifier controls, power switches, or other adjustment knobs or switches.

• PHYSI – 109: Equipment Security

  Yes

  No

  N/A

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

• PHYSI – 110: Site Security

  Yes

  No

  N/A

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

• PHYSI – 111: Handling of Accessories Otherwise Undefined

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Verify that there is uniform handling of items that may have been prepackaged with primary system equipment from manufacturers but which had no documented plan to use in the AV system. Examples include extra non-local international power cords, additional remote controls and/or AV hookup cables. Unless otherwise noted in design documentation, the owner should be given the opportunity to take possession of these items in a bulk turnover during site inventory process.

Serviceability

• SERV – 100: 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. This includes all mounting locations including walls, floors, racks, furniture, services, and/or other locations.

• SERV – 101: Ability to Maintain and Service Equipment

  Yes

  No

  N/A

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

• SERV – 102: Rack Clearance

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Verify rack placement and use for physical stability in accordance with the project documentation and regulatory authority. Further, ensure The rack placement allows safe and complete working access for technicians to perform upgrades and ongoing servicing of the system.

• SERV – 103: Access Panels

  Yes

  No

  N/A

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

Wireless

• WL – 100: 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.
  
  All devices in the system that utilize wireless signals are coordinated with each other and the existing wireless frequency spectrum as well as with existing owner furnished equipment, equipment installed by others, and systems or services that may exist in the same geographic area to ensure a minimum of interference or crosstalk between transmission paths.

• WL – 101: 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. This includes the proper operation of receiver and transmitter elements, that operation is free of interference, and that the wireless systems provide coverage for stationary or moving devices throughout the area specified in the project documentation.

• WL – 102: 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. This includes the proper operation of receiver and transmitter elements, that operation is free of interference, and the wireless system provides coverage for stationary or moving devices throughout the area specified in the project documentation.

• WL – 103: 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. This includes the proper operation of receiver and transmitter elements, that operation is free of interference, and the wireless system provides coverage for stationary or moving devices throughout the area specified in the project documentation.

Documentation

• DOC – 100: As Built Drawings Complete

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Verify the 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 have been provided as defined in the project documentation.

• DOC – 101: Integrator's Testing

  Yes

  No

  N/A

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

• DOC – 102: 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 – 103: Final Acceptance

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Verify that a final acceptance of the project has been issued by the owner or owners representative, acknowledging that the project is 100% complete and all required deliverables, services, checklists, testing, verification and sign offs have been received, and all requirements defined in the project documentation have been satisfied and completed.

• DOC – 104: Substantial/Practical Completion

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Verify that a conditional acceptance of the project has been issued by the owner or owners 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 – 105: Site Inventory of AV Equipment

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Verified all equipment is in shop or on site as defined in the project documentation. List all equipment in system NOT present, and why.

• DOC – 106: Owners Testing

  Yes

  No

  N/A

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

• DOC – 107: Manufacturers Testing

  Yes

  No

  N/A

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

• DOC – 108: General Contractors Testing

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Verify that any General contractors testing requirements defined in the project documentation have been performed and approved.

• DOC – 109: Consultants Testing

  Yes

  No

  N/A

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

• DOC – 110: Software Licensing

  Yes

  No

  N/A

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

• DOC – 111: Wireless Frequency Licensing

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Verify that the correct and valid wireless frequency licensing permits have been obtained to ensure legal operation of the systems.

• DOC – 112: Video System Test Reporting

  Yes

  No

  N/A

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

• DOC – 113: Audio System Test Reporting

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Verify that the Audio system test report has been completed and issued to the proper entity as defined in the project documentation.

• DOC – 114: Control System Test Reporting

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Verify that the Control system test report has been completed and issued to the proper entity as defined in the project documentation.

• DOC – 115: 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.
  
  Submission of samples of equipment to be used is often a contractual requirement. On some projects, especially larger ones as sample of every piece of equipment to be used is required.
  
  More commonly for AV projects samples of custom-made equipment such as input panels is required.

• DOC – 116: 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 – 117: Users Manuals

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Verify that manufacturer's users manuals are delivered to the owner in a format defined in the project documentation (binders, PDFs, Etc). Or disposed of 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: Warranties

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Verify that the manufacturer's product warranty cards are provided to the owner. The owner shall be notified of the effective start date of the warranties and the coverage period.
  
  Extended warranties that require activation shall be activated by the integrator or otherwise as defined in the project documentation. If activated by the integrator, proof of activation and effective coverage dates will be provided.
  
  Integrator provided warranties on labor and workmanship shall be provided to the owner with an effective start date and coverage period.
  
  Integrator provided extended warranties on products shall be provided to the owner with an effective start date and coverage period.
  
  Third-party warranty information shall be provided to the owner with an effective start date and coverage period.

• DOC – 119: 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 – 120: Required Close Out Documentation

  Yes

  No

  N/A

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