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🔥 Richard Mitchell @avmeiser.bsky.social · 14/03/2026

They should make a Mac Mini in a 10” half rack format ;-)

🔥 Richard Mitchell @avmeiser.bsky.social · 05/01/2026

Where holiday cookies go to die! It’s a little disheartening to see so many cookies in the break room on the Monday you come back to work.

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🔥 Richard Mitchell @avmeiser.bsky.social · 24/09/2025

Manufacturer: Do not put this device on the open Internet. Me: That makes perfect sense. Manufacturer: Do not put this device on your corporate network. Me: Ok... ok ok ok. Why...

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🔥 Richard Mitchell @avmeiser.bsky.social · 22/09/2025

DormProof should 100% be a brand of displays... "If it can survive in a dorm common area, it can survive anywhere!" - 4 Dummy HDMI input - Loud pinball "tilt" sound if any tampering is detected - Coated in JB Weld and broken glass for your protection

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🔥 Richard Mitchell @avmeiser.bsky.social · 09/09/2025

Who asked for a phone this thin? Honestly, I'd take a phone that's 20% thicker if it meant I got an extra day of charge.

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🔥 Richard Mitchell @avmeiser.bsky.social · 31/08/2025

Advanced Audio Commissioning: It's one of the things that doesn't fit nicely under the Information Technology umbrella, usually requires years of experience and training... It's impressive when you see it in action! #AVinTheAM

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🔥 Richard Mitchell @avmeiser.bsky.social · 31/08/2025

Reporting/Monitoring: As my team delves deeper into open-source AV monitoring, there is a lot of noise. One tedious task is filtering out all the false positives, etc., and creating a report... sigh. And don't get me started on ticket resolution documentation! #AVinTheAM

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🔥 Richard Mitchell @avmeiser.bsky.social · 31/08/2025

A Good Quality Power Conditioner: It embodies AV in many ways... when it works, nobody cares. BUT, the moment it doesn't work - or worse, you don't have one when you need one - BOOM! "Geeee Chuck... perhaps we should have purchased the good power conditioner vs. the $35 one!" #AVinTheAM

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🔥 Richard Mitchell @avmeiser.bsky.social · 31/08/2025

USB-C: The fact that a $140 cable that can do EVERYTHING looks identical to a free cable that comes with a vape pen... no standard markings... sigh. Networking has gotten a little easier with AV-friendly switches. #AVinTheAM

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🔥 Richard Mitchell @avmeiser.bsky.social · 31/08/2025

Integration Team Lead: Responsible for overseeing the installation process (and installing), leading the team, deep understanding of the project, setting client expectations and timeline. While often underappreciated, this role is essential to the successful execution of any project. #AVinTheAM

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🔥 Richard Mitchell @avmeiser.bsky.social · 24/08/2025

Have we gone from 4K to 8K? 😀 Honestly, I'd take 1080/HDR over 4K SDR. Extreme resolution has a place, but it's now firmly planted on the edges. #AVtweeps #AVinTheAm

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🔥 Richard Mitchell @avmeiser.bsky.social · 18/08/2025

It began with a simple observation from my partner: "One of the front porch lights is out." Six hours later - after rewiring, only two trips to the hardware store, careful bulb selection, and even more rewiring - it turned into a full-day project. Quite a long Sunday.

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🔥 Richard Mitchell @avmeiser.bsky.social · 03/08/2025

It is always great to see a show where they nail the AV.

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🔥 Richard Mitchell @avmeiser.bsky.social · 06/07/2025

Do you want the audio to sound: Good : Great : Exceptional? "Oh, exceptional you say, cool... I need to drill holes in the table at every seat and you can't move the table." The pendulum is swinging to the form... but everyone wants the function. #AVinTheAM

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🔥 Richard Mitchell @avmeiser.bsky.social · 06/07/2025

No - well, sometimes. It depends on how it's used. 1080p is still perfectly suitable for many situations, but 4K and 8K have their place. The key is communicating their purpose clearly and honestly. An excessively high resolution doesn’t automatically make art more enjoyable. #AVinTheAM

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🔥 Richard Mitchell @avmeiser.bsky.social · 06/07/2025

Metallica ruined my hearing (totally my fault, I admit), but I remind my kids every week how important it is to protect theirs. "It’s like sunscreen, but for your ears."

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🔥 Richard Mitchell @avmeiser.bsky.social · 06/07/2025

Also, a person with a used $250 display off eBay can outperform a $100,000 digital signage system in many situations. Heck, a free chalkboard can as well... content is, and always will be, KING #AVinTheAM

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🔥 Richard Mitchell @avmeiser.bsky.social · 06/07/2025

We are underselling the value of GOOD audio. We are analog beings... and AI may very well destroy music as we know it. But, get a nice set of speakers, a good amp, and a clean audio signal, and you can make magic happen. AVinTheAM

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🔥 Richard Mitchell @avmeiser.bsky.social · 06/07/2025

The reality is, AI-powered DSPs are primarily built for standard use cases (conference rooms, meeting spaces, huddle rooms, and similar environments). They’re not yet optimized for more unique or complex spaces. A solid grasp of open architecture DSPs will set you apart in the industry. #AVinTheAM

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🔥 Richard Mitchell @avmeiser.bsky.social · 06/07/2025

Digital signage in higher education is facing serious challenges. Many institutions lack the organizational structure to support it effectively, responsibilities often fall to the wrong teams, and costs continue to rise. Meanwhile, many signs are stuck on "University Generic Template 1.0" #AVinTheAM

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🔥 Richard Mitchell @avmeiser.bsky.social · 04/07/2025

Tesla's (TSLA) quarter-over-quarter market dominance is steadily declining. While they remain the leader in the EV space, their share is being eroded as competitors gain ground. Notably, GM and Ford are showing consistent growth, whereas Toyota is still struggling to define a clear EV strategy.

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🔥 Richard Mitchell @avmeiser.bsky.social · 29/06/2025

Design should coordinate with Sales to gauge the customer’s comfort level. The salesperson understands the relationship dynamics and how comfortable the customer is with design involvement. #AVinTheAM

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🔥 Richard Mitchell @avmeiser.bsky.social · 29/06/2025

My 2¢: It's challenging to build trust and credibility when you lack a comprehensive grasp of the technology being sold. #AVinTheAM

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🔥 Richard Mitchell @avmeiser.bsky.social · 21/06/2025

It’s a beautiful day to volunteer in North Carolina!

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🔥 Richard Mitchell @avmeiser.bsky.social · 06/06/2025

Oh, the old Biamp logo. Great designs.

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🔥 Richard Mitchell @avmeiser.bsky.social · 05/06/2025

It should be illegal for hold music to have a loop that's under 1 minute.

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🔥 Richard Mitchell @avmeiser.bsky.social · 23/05/2025

So the solution from the big AI companises seems to be "more cameras and mics." Cool...

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🔥 Richard Mitchell @avmeiser.bsky.social · 19/05/2025

In AV sales, authentic connections beat scripted perfection. I tried to keep things light—sometimes even humorous—and never took myself too seriously, always mindful of the context. My goal was to be memorable in a positive way and respectful of wherever someone was on their AV journey.

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🔥 Richard Mitchell @avmeiser.bsky.social · 18/05/2025

I don’t anticipate projection disappearing in my lifetime, but as display technology becomes more affordable and advanced, it’s becoming the norm in high-end venues—and that shift will continue to make its way into executive-level spaces. #AVinTheAM

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🔥 Richard Mitchell @avmeiser.bsky.social · 03/05/2025

Do you remember when NFTs were a thing?

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🔥 Richard Mitchell @avmeiser.bsky.social · 02/05/2025

I'm regularly perplexed by the "Cult of Elon." In my youth, I idolized Steve Jobs, but as I delved deeper into his life, my admiration for him diminished. However, I find myself captivated by the phenomenon of individuals whose rise to power often leads to their downfall.

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🔥 Richard Mitchell @avmeiser.bsky.social · 02/05/2025

Did people think GM, Ford, Chrysler/Stellantis, Mercedes-Benz, BMW, Toyota, etc. would sit idle? Nobody will say that Tesla didn't change the game, but history is still being written on where they will end up.

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🔥 Richard Mitchell @avmeiser.bsky.social · 02/05/2025

Here's an interesting graphic based on this data: caredge.com/guides/elect... Tesla is simply seeing more competition, their revenue is declining, and they have leadership issues. And don't get me started on FSD.

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🔥 Richard Mitchell @avmeiser.bsky.social · 20/04/2025

I’ll admit that Bluesky is actually a little boring. I can jump on , read a bunch of posts of people I follow, catch up, and then close the app for hours at a time. It’s so unlike where we are now with so many other social media platforms. Thay simply want to consume my time.

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🔥 Richard Mitchell @avmeiser.bsky.social · 14/04/2025

If you know... you know. This is where I learned about robotics and automation.

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🔥 Richard Mitchell @avmeiser.bsky.social · 13/04/2025

To my backyard herb garden friends, it’s the time of the year where we get to play a fascinating game called: “Is it an herb or is it a weed!?“

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🔥 Richard Mitchell @avmeiser.bsky.social · 23/03/2025

Projection is still: - Cheaper - Less prone to damage (in many applications) - Easier to replace (swap out) - Quicker/Easier to install - Has a proven shelf life - With screens, tucks away nicely Until we see inexpensive large foldable screens, projection will live on. #AVinTheAM

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🔥 Richard Mitchell @avmeiser.bsky.social · 16/03/2025

It may be simpler, but their roles are broader. With more end users managing the full stack, their troubleshooting skills are thinner across layers, especially when handling 3x the systems. And maintaining systems for 8+ years? Yikes. The good manufacturers get it. #AVinTheAM

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🔥 Richard Mitchell @avmeiser.bsky.social · 16/03/2025

The least committed in our industry have no regard for this. Their approach is to sell the sizzle, deliver a hamburger, and exit. They couldn’t care less if operating it requires a PhD in Linux kernel development, they shift blame onto the end user for not being "smart enough." #AVinTheAM

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🔥 Richard Mitchell @avmeiser.bsky.social · 16/03/2025

In the face of constantly shifting Whac-A-Mole tariffs, adaptability and an openness to mastering new (yes, IT-based) systems and designs are essential. Clinging to a "we've always done it this way" mindset is a recipe for trouble in times like these. #AVinTheAM

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🔥 Richard Mitchell @avmeiser.bsky.social · 16/03/2025

I'd also add, there seems to be an "Oh, not again..." moment in the industry. Prices going up, possibility of supply chain challenges, vertical instability. It feels like 3D chess at times, unrelated to the actual challenging work that needs to happen. #AVinTheAM

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🔥 Richard Mitchell @avmeiser.bsky.social · 16/03/2025

✅ Attended a conference with 175 influential users, engaged with 35 of them ✅ Spoke at the conference ✅ Hosted an on-site training with 12 end users ✅ Closed a $250K project ❌ Didn't hit 15 meeting plans this week (Note: This never happened to me directly, but I hear the stories.) #AVinTheAM

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