Quality Entertainment - AV Equipment

Companies and couples are now featuring video presentations at their corporate event or wedding. It’s important to know the differences among all the various types of equipment in order to book the right item for your function. Here on this page we have provided you with a short description of the items you might require for your presentation. Remember to look at your floor plan from your guests perspective as sometimes it’s necessary to set up two screens so everyone can see the presentation.


	There are two types of projectors. A regular projector is suitable when the room is dark. When there is sun coming through the window or the lights are on, you will require a higher intensity projector which has a higher luminance value to shine brighter so you can see the image on the screen. [top]

	There are three ways you can place your equipment for your video presentation. The first is by using a table at the venue. The second is an audio-visual cart and the third way is a stand. Depending on the layout of your video presentation in the room and the type of screen you choose, a cart is the best choice since it makes it possible for you to place the laptop and projector on it and wheel it out of the way when you are finished with the presentation. A stand gives you a very clean and professional look and it’s very versatile in that you can raise and lower the legs so the projector is at the right height to meet the screen straight on rather than at an angle. Finally a table at the venue is an option but it’s not the best as the table legs cannot be raised or lowered like a stand and it cannot wheel out of the way quickly. [top]

	There are two popular sources when it comes to video presentations and these are DVD players and laptops. We rent both of them and both require audio DI’s in order to connect the sound to the sound system. [top]

	An audio DI as we refer to it at Quality Entertainment is also known as a DI unit, DI box, Direct Box or simply DI. It is an electronic device that connects laptops, iPods or musical instruments to a mixing console. Without an audio DI problems like noise, signal loss or a buzz can occur. An audio DI makes it possible for the signals to travel further from the source such as a laptop to the mixer of the disc jockey or sound technician. [top]

	There are two types of screens. There are tripod screens and projection screens. It’s important to select the screen size and type that suits your requirements. Choosing a screen that’s too small will make it difficult for the people sitting at the back of the room to read the text on the screen or see the image. Choosing a screen that’s too big will create a white box around the image on the screen where there is no image. It’s important to know the distance you have available from the screen so the projector has enough distance in order to fill the screen. Tripod screens are fast and easy to setup and they move out of the way when you’re finished with them. The tripod screen is a good choice when you must set the screen up on the dance floor or in any area where you don’t want it to be all night. We offer tripod screens in two sizes: 6ft x 6ft (70” x 70”) and 8ft x 8ft (96” x 96”). For a clean professional appearance, at additional cost, we offer tripod screen skirts which cover the legs of the stand. Projection screens are the most professional looking screens and there are two choices. There are front projection screens and rear projection screens. With a front projection screen, the projector is placed in front of the screen and with a rear projection screen, the projector is located behind the screen. For the most professional appearance, a rear projection screen is the best choice as it hides the projector and its table or stand. At additional cost and the nicest look, we recommend the screen be draped on all sides. There are two sizes to choose from: 9ft x 12ft and 7ft x 10ft. [top]

	This item is required when you are using two or more projectors for your video presentation. It takes the signal from your computer and allows it to be used for multiple projectors without degrading the image. [top]

	Also known as a video DA, this unit is required if you are using a DVD player and you are sending the signal be to multiple projectors. [top]

	An LCD screen offers a bright vibrant image and is best used when your guests are close to the screen. For weddings, we recommend using the LCD screen on tables in the cocktail area or on the gift table where people can stand and watch the video at any time throughout the wedding. For corporate functions, LCD screens are perfect for cocktail receptions, trade show booths, hallways, etc. [top]

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