AAERT- CER Exam Questions & Answers (100% VERIFIED)
Question 1:
Describe Equipment Needed for All Types of Audio Recording Setups
Answer:
Mics, Cables/Connectors/Digital Mixer/Computer/Software
Question 2:
Identify Everything Necessary in Order to Create an Accurate Transcript
Answer:
Equipment set up and tested.
All parties arrived: business cards received and cells off.
Read certain info into record: name, company address, date, time, location, case caption, party who
ordered, notice or stipulation, witness name, names of parties.
Swear in Witness.
Record and Annotate.
Question 3:
Describe Procedure When an Attorney Certifies a Question
Answer:
Make annotation immediately (usually witness refuses to answer question).
Check local rules for specific procedures.
Usually separate document listing these. Sign and give to atty.
Describe Basic Troubleshooting Steps During Video Conference & Telephonic Proceedings
Sound quality crucial.
Use a high-quality speakerphone.
Speakers identified as they speak (when 2 or more). Place mics where they pick up best sound.
Question 4:
Describe How to Effectively Work with a Videographer.
Answer:
Take charge of room upon arrival.
Be professional and polite but firm. Explain where you need to set up and why. Video must frame the
witness.
Videographer will have a script to follow that they put on their record. Explain this to attys.
Question 5:
Compare and Contrast Original vs Copy
Answer:
Only ONE original for signature (by deponent). Copies are clearly marked and certified (use Notary Seal).
Keep a copy for file.
Define Importance of an Accurate & Verbatim Record & How it Impacts Judicial System
Minutes of events as they occur. Becomes part of the Court's official record.
,Answer:
You are acting as an impartial quasi-officer of the court.
Describe How to Request and/or Research Proper Nouns to Verify Spelling for Transcription
Ask parties after hearing.
Question 6:
Describe Procedure When an Attorney Strikes Something from the Record
Answer:
Removes a portion of the record from consideration by a fact-finder.
The material stricken remains physically in evidence-in case the ruling to strike is found on appeal to be in
error.
Question 7:
Describe procedure when an Attorney marks something confidential
Answer:
Check State, Federal, Local Guidelines.
Use a Watermark or Footer on each pg of testimony to clearly show the transcript is subject to
protection.
"Subject to Protective Order" or "Confidential & Sealed"
Question 8:
Describe Chain of Custody
Answer:
Record showing proper maintenance of REAL evidence as opposed to mere documents.
Question 9:
Identify types of power sources
Answer:
Internal battery source
External Power Source (Phantom Power-Mixer, etc) (Batteries not suggested)
Question 10:
Identify Microphone Types and Sizes
Answer:
Dynamic Condenser
Combination of the 2
Question 11:
Describe how to actively adjust tracks for proper audio level
Answer:
Use the gain pad to adjust levels on audio channels (on mixer).
Find a "home" position for each control (average amount of gain). May need to be adjusted by
,Answer:
environment.
Question 12:
Discuss Confidence Monitoring
Answer:
Digital Recording Software MUST provide a method to monitor the recorded content after it has been
written to the computer's hard disc.
Provides the reporter confidence that they are capturing a quality recording.
Question 13:
Identify permanently installed equipment vs mobile equipment
Answer:
All need the same thing: assess recording room and take into consideration all elements of the
environment.
Permanent- Stuck with what is already there. Independent- Select own equipment and placement
Question 14:
Describe proper audio recording equipment maintenance
Answer:
Cords: Make sure no cracks or bends.
Mixer: Lights properly.
Mics: Proper storage (original packaging or bubble wrap) CDs: Stored in plastic storage boxes
Question 15:
Describe how to perform playback or read back requested testimony
Answer:
Find annotation for what they want played or read back.
(This is to clear up a specific point raised in an objection. Timestamp each objection to make it easier to
find.) Unplug headset and press play.
Discuss how to effectively set up equipment and software for remote and hybrid proceedings
Mic placement near the source speaker. Use high quality speakerphone.
No non-verbal ques.
Question 16:
Oath by Notary- Face to Face. If you can't see them, is there a Notary there?
Everyone needs to hear everyone else speak without interrupting.
Define retention of all notes and records of proceedings as stipulated by applicable laws, rules, and
regulations Court Reporters: written and/or audio of proceeding produce verbatim record (archive
Answer:
Discuss conduct during remote/virtual proceedings
, recordings).
Clerks: Evidence (documents)
Law Enforcement: Evidence (physical)
Question 17:
Describe instructions to participants and remind as necessary
Answer:
Speak clearly and speak up Avoid cross talk and non-verbal events, mumbling
No cells/Get business cards
Speakers near mics
No extraneous loud noises No reading too fast
Question 18:
Describe transcript order protocol for each type of proceeding
Answer:
After depo: Ask if signature of deposed is required or waived
Ask for transcript copy orders
Ask for expected delivery time Ask about method of payment
Read & Sign Transcript (if not waived) Ask who retains exhibits
Check spelling of proper nouns or specialized terms
Question 19:
Discuss rough and expedited transcripts
Answer:
"Dirty ASCII"
Not considered a complete or legally binding record of a deposition (Without details)
Question 20:
Identify proper technical escalation assistance
Answer:
Transferring a customer's problem to a higher level of support when it can't be resolved by current level.
Question 21:
Explain how HIPAA works for dcr
Answer:
Protection of electronic protected health information. "Health Insurance Portability and Accountability
Act of 1996"
Privacy Rule: National Standards
Security Rule: National Standards re electronics
Question 1:
Describe Equipment Needed for All Types of Audio Recording Setups
Answer:
Mics, Cables/Connectors/Digital Mixer/Computer/Software
Question 2:
Identify Everything Necessary in Order to Create an Accurate Transcript
Answer:
Equipment set up and tested.
All parties arrived: business cards received and cells off.
Read certain info into record: name, company address, date, time, location, case caption, party who
ordered, notice or stipulation, witness name, names of parties.
Swear in Witness.
Record and Annotate.
Question 3:
Describe Procedure When an Attorney Certifies a Question
Answer:
Make annotation immediately (usually witness refuses to answer question).
Check local rules for specific procedures.
Usually separate document listing these. Sign and give to atty.
Describe Basic Troubleshooting Steps During Video Conference & Telephonic Proceedings
Sound quality crucial.
Use a high-quality speakerphone.
Speakers identified as they speak (when 2 or more). Place mics where they pick up best sound.
Question 4:
Describe How to Effectively Work with a Videographer.
Answer:
Take charge of room upon arrival.
Be professional and polite but firm. Explain where you need to set up and why. Video must frame the
witness.
Videographer will have a script to follow that they put on their record. Explain this to attys.
Question 5:
Compare and Contrast Original vs Copy
Answer:
Only ONE original for signature (by deponent). Copies are clearly marked and certified (use Notary Seal).
Keep a copy for file.
Define Importance of an Accurate & Verbatim Record & How it Impacts Judicial System
Minutes of events as they occur. Becomes part of the Court's official record.
,Answer:
You are acting as an impartial quasi-officer of the court.
Describe How to Request and/or Research Proper Nouns to Verify Spelling for Transcription
Ask parties after hearing.
Question 6:
Describe Procedure When an Attorney Strikes Something from the Record
Answer:
Removes a portion of the record from consideration by a fact-finder.
The material stricken remains physically in evidence-in case the ruling to strike is found on appeal to be in
error.
Question 7:
Describe procedure when an Attorney marks something confidential
Answer:
Check State, Federal, Local Guidelines.
Use a Watermark or Footer on each pg of testimony to clearly show the transcript is subject to
protection.
"Subject to Protective Order" or "Confidential & Sealed"
Question 8:
Describe Chain of Custody
Answer:
Record showing proper maintenance of REAL evidence as opposed to mere documents.
Question 9:
Identify types of power sources
Answer:
Internal battery source
External Power Source (Phantom Power-Mixer, etc) (Batteries not suggested)
Question 10:
Identify Microphone Types and Sizes
Answer:
Dynamic Condenser
Combination of the 2
Question 11:
Describe how to actively adjust tracks for proper audio level
Answer:
Use the gain pad to adjust levels on audio channels (on mixer).
Find a "home" position for each control (average amount of gain). May need to be adjusted by
,Answer:
environment.
Question 12:
Discuss Confidence Monitoring
Answer:
Digital Recording Software MUST provide a method to monitor the recorded content after it has been
written to the computer's hard disc.
Provides the reporter confidence that they are capturing a quality recording.
Question 13:
Identify permanently installed equipment vs mobile equipment
Answer:
All need the same thing: assess recording room and take into consideration all elements of the
environment.
Permanent- Stuck with what is already there. Independent- Select own equipment and placement
Question 14:
Describe proper audio recording equipment maintenance
Answer:
Cords: Make sure no cracks or bends.
Mixer: Lights properly.
Mics: Proper storage (original packaging or bubble wrap) CDs: Stored in plastic storage boxes
Question 15:
Describe how to perform playback or read back requested testimony
Answer:
Find annotation for what they want played or read back.
(This is to clear up a specific point raised in an objection. Timestamp each objection to make it easier to
find.) Unplug headset and press play.
Discuss how to effectively set up equipment and software for remote and hybrid proceedings
Mic placement near the source speaker. Use high quality speakerphone.
No non-verbal ques.
Question 16:
Oath by Notary- Face to Face. If you can't see them, is there a Notary there?
Everyone needs to hear everyone else speak without interrupting.
Define retention of all notes and records of proceedings as stipulated by applicable laws, rules, and
regulations Court Reporters: written and/or audio of proceeding produce verbatim record (archive
Answer:
Discuss conduct during remote/virtual proceedings
, recordings).
Clerks: Evidence (documents)
Law Enforcement: Evidence (physical)
Question 17:
Describe instructions to participants and remind as necessary
Answer:
Speak clearly and speak up Avoid cross talk and non-verbal events, mumbling
No cells/Get business cards
Speakers near mics
No extraneous loud noises No reading too fast
Question 18:
Describe transcript order protocol for each type of proceeding
Answer:
After depo: Ask if signature of deposed is required or waived
Ask for transcript copy orders
Ask for expected delivery time Ask about method of payment
Read & Sign Transcript (if not waived) Ask who retains exhibits
Check spelling of proper nouns or specialized terms
Question 19:
Discuss rough and expedited transcripts
Answer:
"Dirty ASCII"
Not considered a complete or legally binding record of a deposition (Without details)
Question 20:
Identify proper technical escalation assistance
Answer:
Transferring a customer's problem to a higher level of support when it can't be resolved by current level.
Question 21:
Explain how HIPAA works for dcr
Answer:
Protection of electronic protected health information. "Health Insurance Portability and Accountability
Act of 1996"
Privacy Rule: National Standards
Security Rule: National Standards re electronics
