Networked AV is a big topic to stay on top of, even when you’re the person normally doing the training. There are so many courses, webcasts, white-papers, and seminars, from associations, standards bodies, and manufacturers. If you have time before and at InfoComm it can be a training blitz time. Here is a curated list of some of what to look for in the run up to the show and once you’re there.
On April 29th at 8a PDT, you can Take Control of your Dante Devices with Dante Director. You’ll learn the difference between unmanaged and managed Dante networks; how to manage your network from any internet connection; how to address security concerns about internet connectivity; and how to integrate Dante Director into your workflow. The latest updates and added features to Dante Director will be discussed, including telemetry and the signal presence indicator. Jim Kidwell, Audinate’s Principal Product Marketing Manager will co-host along with Senior Product Manager, Laurence Crew.
On May 6th, from 1-2p EDT, Kramer will host a live 1 CTS RU webinar entitled: AVoIP Network Preparation Readiness and Design. Hosted by Art Weeks, Product Manager at ZeeVee by Kramer, it’s a network fundamentals class. It will cover network and switch basics (terminology, bandwidth, VLANs, PoE, and more), AV network design examples (single switch, spine/leaf architecture, redundancy, and AV control system integration), and network design prep (a checklist for success and recommended switch manufacturers). Attendees will learn about understanding backplane, bandwidth, and shared ports, LANs, VLANs, and duplex modes; also single switch setups, stacking vs. LAG, PoE budgets. Examples of real-world AVoIP setups will be discussed, including spine/ leaf, dual spine, and redundancy models of network design, as well as AV control system integration across different networks.
For on-demand, ongoing training, the SDVoE Certified Developer Program features a basic qualification course consisting of seven modules followed by an exam. Once you successfully complete the training, you’ll become a certified SDVoE Developer and obtain access to additional resources. Detailed online documentation and advanced training walk developers through the more complex features of the SDVoE API including multiview, video wall, and more. The SDVoE Certified Developer Program is free for all registrants. Programming experience is helpful, but not a prerequisite for this training.
Three-Day Classroom Event
Mon, June 7 – Wed, June 9
W311EF – 8:00am-5:00pm If you’ve decided that this is the year to eat the whole network elephant, consider the Networking Technology for AV Professionals: In-Person Training at InfoComm 2025. This course is a core knowledge class for all AV professionals. You will learn the basics of networking from an AV perspective while gaining the tools you need to have a meaningful conversation with your IT peers. You will be introduced to the OSI model and will delve into what comprises a network and how traffic moves on the network. This course will provide overviews of current streaming technologies and will provide some guidance on what needs to be implemented by the network team for a successful deployment.
Register at infocommshow.org
For AV professionals that have only a basic or intermediate knowledge of networking systems, including:
•Designers who need to plan for equipment to go onto the network
• Installers who connect and configure network settings when installing equipment
•Service providers who troubleshoot network-connected systems • Candidates for any certification – CTS® CTS-I® CTS-D®
•Students intending to take the advanced course Networked AV Systems
•Any AV professional who wants to prepare for the future of AV
This three-day classroom course taught over eight hours per day By the end of the course, you will:
• Be able to review and discuss AV network requirements with your IT stakeholders
• Compare and contrast the most common network-based AV transmission protocols
• Interpret IP addresses and subnets
•Differentiate between multicast and unicast implementation strategies
• Contrast different streaming technologies and their bandwidth implications
• Identify network security threats and countermeasures
•Use common network diagnostic tools and perform basic network troubleshooting
Network Design@Infocomm
Tue, June 10 – W311GH CTS-D: 1.5 – CTS-I: 1.5
Unified communications (UC) platforms and the desire for organizations to have desktop-level simplicity in their conference, collaboration, and meeting spaces have exponentially increased the use of the Universal Serial Bus (USB) beyond simple input and control. USB-C has become the default choice for many professional products, designs, and applications due to its flexibility and high data transfer rates. However, similar to the early days of digital video and consumer-level HDCP standards, there are several behind-the-scenes factors to consider when designing what was architected for consumer applications and applied to professional implementations. Mix in legacy USB standards and connections, and it’s a bit of the wild-west when it comes to successfully integrating what is not as universal as intended. This class will focus on equipping attendants to better leverage the power of the latest USB standards to improve integration outcomes.
Presented by B. Shane Long, Principal – Waveguide
AI@InfoComm
Artificial intelligence (AI) is rapidly transforming the Pro AV landscape, and InfoComm is the place to see this revolution firsthand. There will be AI-powered solutions that automate tasks, personalize experiences, and create smarter spaces, from AI-driven audio mixing to intelligent camera control.
Beyond the Meeting Room:
AI’s Expanding Role in the Workplace
Tue, June 10 – W315AB – 8:30-9:30am
CTS-D: 1
AI is transforming more than just the meeting room—it’s reshaping the entire office experience. With major vendors investing in AI-powered workplace experience platforms like Microsoft Places, Zoom Workplace, and Webex Spaces, AI is now optimizing everything from space utilization and room scheduling to environmental controls and collaboration tools.
This session will explore:
•How AI enhances both meeting spaces and the broader workplace.
•The role of AI in space planning, wayfinding, and office efficiency.
•Security, compliance, and enterprise IT considerations for AI-driven workplaces.
Join industry leaders as they discuss how AI is shaping the modern workplace and what it means for IT and AV decision-makers.
Panelists include: Craig Durr, Chief Analyst and Founder – The Collab Collective; Tom Richards, Director, Product Management, John Stearns, Head of Zoom Spaces – Zoom; Jason Moss, VP of Marketing & Ecosystem; Ilya Bukshteyn, Corporate VP, Microsoft Teams Calling, Devices, and Premium Experiences – Microsoft
Emerging Compliance and Security Concerns for AI
Tue, June 10 – W315AB – 2:30-3:30pm
CTS-D: 1
AI generated content including meeting recordings, user-generated clips, summaries, transcripts, and more, as well as facial recognition, are rapidly becoming part of the AV space. But many companies, especially those in regulated industries, have not yet developed a strategy to ensure compliance and mitigate risk. In this session we’ll look at how AI is creating content of its own and share best practices for how companies can capture, classify, and store this content and ensure that it is available only where necessary.
Panelists include: Garth Landers, Director of Global Product Marketing – Theta Lake; Irwin Lazar, President and Principal Analyst – Metrigy; Andy Howard, Managing Director – Howard & Associates; David Danto, Principal Analyst / Dir. Emerging Tech – TalkingPointz / IMCCA; David Jeyes, Senior Vice President of Product – Vbrick
Human Networking
Designing Neuroinclusive Workplaces: Advancing Sensory Processing and Cognitive Well-Being
Fri, June 13 – Booth 2461 – 9:30-10:15am
Presented by AVIXA’s Diversity Council – In an era where neurodivergent individuals represent roughly 20% of the global population, crafting spaces that cater to diverse sensory and cognitive needs has never been more crucial. This session will delve into the insights provided by Kay Sargent of HOK, spotlighting her pivotal work: Designing Neuroinclusive Workplaces: Advancing Sensory Processing and Cognitive Well-Being in the Built Environment.
Join Kay in discussion with Jenn Steinhardt as they explore how strategic adjustments to physical environments can significantly uplift both neurodivergent and neurotypical individuals. They will discuss the impact of spatial zoning, sensory zones, and the artful application of patterns, textures, colors, and lighting and how these elements can transform ordinary workplaces into supportive and empowering havens.
They will explore:
• Redefining Work Environments: Strategies to view and design office spaces from a neuroinclusive perspective.
•Accommodating Sensory Sensitivities: Techniques to optimize workspaces for all six work modalities, fostering environments where individuals can thrive, whether engaged in focused or collaborative tasks.
• Enhancing Inclusion for Productivity: Practices that reshape high-stress spaces into functional, welcoming areas conducive to productivity and belonging for everyone.
Speakers are: Kay Sargent, Director of Thought Leadership, Interiors – HOK and Jenn Steinhardt, Design Engineer – AVI-SPL
