CTS EXAM 2 FINAL PAPER 2026 FULL
SOLUTION QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS 100%
CORRECT
◉ Sightlines for audience viewing in a given presentation space can
be improved by:
Answer: Providing a sloped, or stepped, seating arrangement
◉ After presenting a proposal, what is the correct plan of action for
following up with the client?
Answer: Regularly, until a decision is made
◉ AV professionals determine the end user's needs by examining
three things: the required applications, the tasks, and the:
Answer: Functions to support the applications
◉ When working with a client to design an AV solution for a new
conference center, the client requests a detailed budget for the
equipment and installation. What phase is the project in?
Answer: Design phase
◉ The HDTV aspect ratio is equal to which of the following?
,Answer: 1.78:1
◉ Please select the appropriate resolution for SXGA.
Answer: 1280 x 1024
◉ The Brightness control adjusts which level?
Answer: Black Level
◉ For what purpose would the AV technician designate a loopback
internet protocol address in the 127.0.0.1 to 127.255.255.254 range
in a network configuration?
Answer: To test the local device to see if TCP/IP is working on your
system
◉ It is important to consider Polar Patterns when____
Answer: Selecting Microphones for use at live events
◉ When training a new user how to operate the solution that has
been provided, which of the following is a best practice?
Answer: Provide complete user documentation prior to training
◉ What is a benefit of offering a free training session for a client
with new equipment?
,Answer: It is a positive approach for a long-term partnership
◉ Which phase comes first in a project?
Answer: The Program Phase
◉ A dimmer rack with a constant load capability is powering twenty
four incandescent lights during a stage production. The dimmer rack
is running on a steady 230VAC supply and averaging approximately
98 amps draw. Suddenly the line voltage drops to 211VAC. Calculate
the expected amperage draw.
Answer: 90 amps
◉ When terminating a Category 5e cable with an 8P8C (RJ-45)
connector, it is best practice to untwist each wire pair:
Answer: As little as possible to get each wire to enter the proper
channel in the connector
◉ A camera was installed about 180' (55m) from its 1.5A 12v power
supply, the power supply is dead, and needs replacing. Assuming
that the camera can operate normally within +/- 10% of the power
supply voltage, if 18 gauge wire was run initially and an almost 3v
drop is present, what is the correct action?
Answer: Re-locate the power supply near the camera
, ◉ There is concern about the noise level in an AV rack room. What
weight setting on the SPL meter should be used to demonstrate that
the noise level doesn't require hearing protection at all times?
Answer: A Weighted
◉ On a new construction project, there is a need to verify that power
has been installed in the correct place. Who should be contacted to
verify this information?
Answer: Project Manager
◉ An audio signal is an _____ representation of a sound
Answer: Electrica
◉ Any sound reinforcement system consists of two equal parts: the
electronic system used
to manipulate the audio signal and
Answer: The acoustical environment
◉ What type of loudspeaker system is typically made up of speakers
strategically
suspended overhead or placed in the ceiling and may use center-to-
center overlap?
Answer: Cluster
SOLUTION QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS 100%
CORRECT
◉ Sightlines for audience viewing in a given presentation space can
be improved by:
Answer: Providing a sloped, or stepped, seating arrangement
◉ After presenting a proposal, what is the correct plan of action for
following up with the client?
Answer: Regularly, until a decision is made
◉ AV professionals determine the end user's needs by examining
three things: the required applications, the tasks, and the:
Answer: Functions to support the applications
◉ When working with a client to design an AV solution for a new
conference center, the client requests a detailed budget for the
equipment and installation. What phase is the project in?
Answer: Design phase
◉ The HDTV aspect ratio is equal to which of the following?
,Answer: 1.78:1
◉ Please select the appropriate resolution for SXGA.
Answer: 1280 x 1024
◉ The Brightness control adjusts which level?
Answer: Black Level
◉ For what purpose would the AV technician designate a loopback
internet protocol address in the 127.0.0.1 to 127.255.255.254 range
in a network configuration?
Answer: To test the local device to see if TCP/IP is working on your
system
◉ It is important to consider Polar Patterns when____
Answer: Selecting Microphones for use at live events
◉ When training a new user how to operate the solution that has
been provided, which of the following is a best practice?
Answer: Provide complete user documentation prior to training
◉ What is a benefit of offering a free training session for a client
with new equipment?
,Answer: It is a positive approach for a long-term partnership
◉ Which phase comes first in a project?
Answer: The Program Phase
◉ A dimmer rack with a constant load capability is powering twenty
four incandescent lights during a stage production. The dimmer rack
is running on a steady 230VAC supply and averaging approximately
98 amps draw. Suddenly the line voltage drops to 211VAC. Calculate
the expected amperage draw.
Answer: 90 amps
◉ When terminating a Category 5e cable with an 8P8C (RJ-45)
connector, it is best practice to untwist each wire pair:
Answer: As little as possible to get each wire to enter the proper
channel in the connector
◉ A camera was installed about 180' (55m) from its 1.5A 12v power
supply, the power supply is dead, and needs replacing. Assuming
that the camera can operate normally within +/- 10% of the power
supply voltage, if 18 gauge wire was run initially and an almost 3v
drop is present, what is the correct action?
Answer: Re-locate the power supply near the camera
, ◉ There is concern about the noise level in an AV rack room. What
weight setting on the SPL meter should be used to demonstrate that
the noise level doesn't require hearing protection at all times?
Answer: A Weighted
◉ On a new construction project, there is a need to verify that power
has been installed in the correct place. Who should be contacted to
verify this information?
Answer: Project Manager
◉ An audio signal is an _____ representation of a sound
Answer: Electrica
◉ Any sound reinforcement system consists of two equal parts: the
electronic system used
to manipulate the audio signal and
Answer: The acoustical environment
◉ What type of loudspeaker system is typically made up of speakers
strategically
suspended overhead or placed in the ceiling and may use center-to-
center overlap?
Answer: Cluster
