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CTS-D Certified Technology Specialist – Design Questions and Answers

Questions 4

What is the primary purpose of a “block diagram” in AV design?

Options:

A.

To show high-level signal flow and system components

B.

To detail cable terminations

C.

To specify budget details

D.

To define user roles

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Questions 5

Which type of cable connector is typically used for balanced audio?

Options:

A.

RCA

B.

XLR

C.

HDMI

D.

USB

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Questions 6

What is the primary role of a “mixer” in an audio system?

Options:

A.

To amplify signals

B.

To combine multiple audio inputs into one or more outputs

C.

To convert audio to digital format

D.

To route video signals

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Questions 7

What is a common connector type for HDMI cables?

Options:

A.

Type A

B.

Type B

C.

Type C

D.

Type D

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Questions 8

Which AV industry organization administers the CTS-D certification?

Options:

A.

AVIXA

B.

IEEE

C.

ANSI

D.

OSHA

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Questions 9

What is the typical function of an AV “DSP” (Digital Signal Processor)?

Options:

A.

Amplify power signals

B.

Process and optimize audio and video signals

C.

Convert analog signals to digital signals only

D.

Connect multiple displays

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Questions 10

What does “latency” mean in AV system design?

Options:

A.

The amount of delay between signal input and output

B.

The strength of an audio signal

C.

The distance a signal can travel without degradation

D.

The volume level of a speaker

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Questions 11

Which AV standard governs the physical and electrical characteristics of HDMI cables?

Options:

A.

HDMI Forum specifications

B.

IEEE 802.3

C.

AES67

D.

USB-C

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Questions 12

What is the primary advantage of using HDMI over VGA for video signals?

Options:

A.

HDMI supports digital signals and audio transmission, VGA does not

B.

VGA supports higher resolutions

C.

HDMI is cheaper

D.

VGA supports digital audio

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Questions 13

What is “plenum rating” for cables?

Options:

A.

The ability to resist water ingress

B.

A fire-retardant rating required for cables installed in air handling spaces

C.

A voltage rating

D.

A measure of cable flexibility

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Questions 14

In an AV system, what is the main benefit of using a matrix switcher?

Options:

A.

To increase audio power

B.

To route multiple inputs to multiple outputs flexibly

C.

To amplify video signals

D.

To convert signals from analog to digital

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Questions 15

Which device is used to extend the distance of an HDMI signal beyond standard cable length limitations?

Options:

A.

Switcher

B.

Repeater or extender

C.

Mixer

D.

Amplifier

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Questions 16

Which of the following is a key consideration when designing a room for video conferencing?

Options:

A.

The type of ceiling tiles used

B.

Ambient lighting and acoustics

C.

The color of furniture

D.

Number of electrical outlets in the server room

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Questions 17

What is a common method to reduce audio feedback?

Options:

A.

Increasing microphone gain

B.

Using equalization to notch out feedback frequencies

C.

Placing microphones closer to speakers

D.

Adding more amplifiers

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Questions 18

Which microphone pickup pattern is most sensitive to sound from all directions?

Options:

A.

Cardioid

B.

Omnidirectional

C.

Hypercardioid

D.

Bi-directional

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Questions 19

Which cable type is best suited for transmitting high-definition video over long distances?

Options:

A.

HDMI

B.

Fiber optic

C.

RCA

D.

Cat5e

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Questions 20

Which of the following best describes a “block diagram” in AV design?

Options:

A.

Detailed wiring connections

B.

High-level signal flow and equipment interconnections

C.

Room layout

D.

Installation steps

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Questions 21

Which of the following best defines “project scope”?

Options:

A.

The cost estimate for the project

B.

The detailed description of work to be performed and deliverables

C.

The installation schedule

D.

The brand of equipment used

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Questions 22

Which type of microphone is most appropriate for capturing audio from a single speaker in a large room?

Options:

A.

Omnidirectional

B.

Cardioid

C.

Boundary microphone

D.

Lavalier

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Questions 23

In AV system design, what is the purpose of a “commissioning plan”?

Options:

A.

To schedule user training sessions

B.

To outline the testing and verification process after installation

C.

To describe equipment warranties

D.

To specify power requirements

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Questions 24

Which of the following cable types is most suitable for audio signals that require noise rejection?

Options:

A.

Unshielded twisted pair (UTP)

B.

Shielded twisted pair (STP)

C.

Coaxial cable

D.

HDMI cable

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Questions 25

Which of the following best describes “signal attenuation”?

Options:

A.

Loss of signal strength over distance

B.

Increase of signal power

C.

Signal processing delay

D.

Signal conversion

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Questions 26

Which of the following is the most appropriate cable type for connecting a microphone to a mixing console?

Options:

A.

HDMI

B.

XLR

C.

RCA

D.

USB

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Questions 27

Which standard specifies the color coding for balanced audio connectors?

Options:

A.

AES3

B.

RS-232

C.

XLR pinout standards

D.

HDMI

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Questions 28

Which of the following is an important consideration when selecting a microphone for a noisy environment?

Options:

A.

Polar pattern and sensitivity

B.

Weight and color

C.

Length of cable

D.

Connector type

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Questions 29

What does the acronym “ANSI” stand for in AV standards?

Options:

A.

American National Standards Institute

B.

Automated Network System Integration

C.

Audio Network Standard International

D.

Association of Networked System Installers

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Questions 30

Which of the following is a primary function of an AV control system?

Options:

A.

To process video signals

B.

To provide centralized control of AV devices and systems

C.

To amplify audio signals

D.

To connect devices to the internet

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Questions 31

What is the role of an AV integrator?

Options:

A.

Designing network infrastructure only

B.

Installing, configuring, and programming AV systems to meet design specifications

C.

Providing only user training

D.

Manufacturing AV equipment

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Questions 32

What type of microphone is most effective at rejecting background noise?

Options:

A.

Omnidirectional

B.

Cardioid

C.

Lavalier

D.

Boundary

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Questions 33

Which type of cable is most commonly used for high-definition video signals?

Options:

A.

Coaxial

B.

HDMI

C.

XLR

D.

Speaker cable

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Questions 34

Which of the following cable types is best suited for carrying balanced audio signals?

Options:

A.

RCA

B.

XLR

C.

HDMI

D.

USB

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Questions 35

What is the key characteristic of a cardioid microphone pattern?

Options:

A.

Picks up sound equally from all directions

B.

Picks up sound primarily from the front and rejects from the back

C.

Picks up sound only from the rear

D.

Omnidirectional

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Questions 36

Which type of connector is commonly used for digital audio over coaxial cable?

Options:

A.

RCA

B.

XLR

C.

HDMI

D.

USB

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Questions 37

Which type of audio cable is typically used for unbalanced audio signals?

Options:

A.

XLR

B.

RCA

C.

Cat6

D.

HDMI

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Questions 38

Which of the following is an important consideration when designing an AV system for a classroom?

Options:

A.

Brightness of displays and ease of control for instructors

B.

Wall color

C.

Proximity to elevators

D.

Ceiling tile design

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Questions 39

Which of the following best describes an “amplifier” in an audio system?

Options:

A.

Device that converts analog signals to digital

B.

Device that increases the power of audio signals to drive speakers

C.

Device that mixes audio signals

D.

Device that switches video signals

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Questions 40

What is a primary benefit of using modular AV system design?

Options:

A.

Lower initial cost regardless of future needs

B.

Easier upgrades and maintenance

C.

Faster installation but limited scalability

D.

Reduced equipment weight

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Questions 41

Which of the following best describes “RTSP” in video streaming?

Options:

A.

A digital video format

B.

Real-Time Streaming Protocol used for controlling streaming media servers

C.

A type of camera

D.

A projector specification

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Questions 42

What is the primary advantage of using PoE (Power over Ethernet) in AV system design?

Options:

A.

It increases video resolution

B.

It eliminates the need for separate power cables to devices

C.

It guarantees better signal quality

D.

It simplifies audio mixing

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Questions 43

Which of the following cables is most commonly used for transmitting digital audio signals?

Options:

A.

XLR (AES/EBU)

B.

RCA

C.

Cat5e

D.

HDMI

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Questions 44

What does “HDBaseT” technology allow?

Options:

A.

Transmitting uncompressed high-definition video, audio, and control signals over long distances via Cat5e/6 cable

B.

Wireless video transmission

C.

Audio mixing

D.

Powering devices wirelessly

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Questions 45

What is the main advantage of using fiber optic cables for AV signal transmission?

Options:

A.

Lower cost

B.

High bandwidth and immunity to electromagnetic interference

C.

Easier termination

D.

Smaller connectors

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Exam Code: CTS-D
Exam Name: Certified Technology Specialist – Design
Last Update: Aug 17, 2025
Questions: 150
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