Setting Up a Sound System for Live Events

What is the primary goal of speaker placement in a live event setup?

• To keep the speakers close to the mixer

• To maximize audience coverage and prevent microphone feedback

• To ensure the speakers are visible to the audience

• To use as few speakers as possible

What should you do if you need to cross a doorway with cables?

• Leave them loose for visibility

• Cover them with a rug

• Use gaff tape or a cable ramp

• Run the cables as high as possible

What is the first step after placing all equipment in its location?

• Normal the mixer

• Test the power supply

• Connect all devices together

• Turn on the mixer and speakers

Which cable is recommended to connect the main outputs of the mixer to the speakers?

• HDMI cable

• Optical cable

• USB cable

• XLR cable

What is the recommended order for turning on your equipment?

• Speakers first, then mixer

• Mixer first, then speakers

• Turn everything on simultaneously

• It does not matter

What is the purpose of a DI box in a sound system setup?

• To increase the signal strength

• To connect wireless devices

• To convert signal types for long distances

• To power passive speakers

What type of microphone can be connected directly into any of the XLR inputs without needing external power?

• USB microphone

• Dynamic microphone

• Ribbon microphone

• Condenser microphone

When connecting a smartphone or laptop to the mixer, what adapter is recommended for short distances?

• USB to XLR

• 3.5mm to dual 1/4-inch

• HDMI to 1/4-inch

• Optical to RCA

What should be the position of the master fader when setting up the gain structure?

• At the highest level

• It does not matter

• At unity or 0 dB

• At the lowest level

How can you prevent microphone feedback?

• Only use condenser microphones

• Turn up the microphone volume

• Place the microphone closer to the speaker

• Use high pass filters or EQ adjustments