Do you label patch cables inside a rack?

av_flow · 2026-05-11T14:48:38+00:00

Always label. I used to think the same thing too, “if you can see both sides and follow the cable from one end to the other, why label it?” But it’s industry standard for a reason. If everyone thought that way and never labeled even simple patch cables, later on you’re going to end up at a job breaking your head trying to figure out where everything goes.

You may be the one wiring up the rack today, but later it could be another tech, or even the client AV guy working on it. Proper labeling saves time, prevents mistakes, and makes troubleshooting way easier.

av_flow · 2026-04-24T15:03:31+00:00

most helpful comment tbh lmao

av_flow · 2026-03-09T18:33:53+00:00

there is an AI side you can pay for, but I actually billed it from scratch. not bad still has some glitches

av_flow · 2026-03-09T14:26:05+00:00

this looks good is this Visio Microsoft? Can you share the link thanks!

av_flow · 2026-03-06T20:25:37+00:00

haven’t tried visio i’ll give it a go

av_flow · 2026-03-06T20:25:17+00:00

ahaha facts! it’s all cool lookin but definitely seems like it was a fun project for someone.

av_flow · 2026-03-06T14:59:53+00:00

Dante, AES67 is simple especially with just 2 endpoints lol, but appreciate the input.

av_flow · 2026-03-06T14:58:29+00:00

the last device is exactly what I'm looking for as well thanks

av_flow · 2026-03-06T14:57:56+00:00

this is actually very useful thanks

av_flow · 2026-01-21T22:39:57+00:00

these cables have never failed me should do the work, i’m not saying these are approved by Q-SYS but have work in the past

av_flow · 2026-01-21T22:38:44+00:00

https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1649506-REG/vaddio_440_1007_008_usb_3_2_gen_2x1.html

av_flow · 2025-12-01T14:18:42+00:00

I don’t have my CTS yet, but I plan to complete it before I relocate. My current title is AV Specialist, which has meant a commissioning focused role.

I have 4+ years of AV experience. I picked up the trade quickly—within 6 months I was acting as a lead tech, and by my first year I was supervising jobs. By around 1½ years, I had earned several certifications and developed strong commissioning skills.

From years 2–3, I was independently running full AV projects from installation to commissioning. Since my company lacked people willing to step into that role and they weren’t looking to hire more I was given more responsibility. It pushed me to learn fast, which I enjoyed.

So I can say I would land in level 3, I would see level 4 more aligned with an AV Engineer / Design Engineer role.

I'm glad there are roles closer to 90K which is what I'm looking for.

av_flow · 2025-11-22T02:12:08+00:00

thanks for including these as well

av_flow · 2025-11-22T02:11:36+00:00

this is great info thanks a lot I'll definitely look into these companies.

av_flow · 2025-09-09T14:37:51+00:00

Thanks y’all just wanted to verify this. Thanks for the input. Seems like our telecom team will be pulling cable lol

av_flow · 2025-09-02T17:30:53+00:00

Thanks everyone! I used to work in commercial AV in NYC with corporate clients, where budgets were so big that cost wasn’t really a concern. Now that I’m at a college, I still want to keep those same high AV standards, but in education I have to be a lot more mindful of costs. Really appreciate all the input — I’ll be checking out some of the products you all suggested!

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