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Manage wireless audio operations

Manage wireless audio operations

Unit of competency
National Code
CUASOU404
State Code
WI211
TGA Status
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Current Release Number
2.00
Current Release Date
15/01/2016
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
21/05/2014
Field of Education
100701 - Audio Visual Studies
Original Release Date
21/05/2014
Nominal Hours
40
Description
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to specify, fit and operate radio microphones and in-ear wireless monitors for performers in the screen, media, entertainment and events industries.Individuals who apply these skills work autonomously in a team environment as they take responsibility for managing frequency spectrum and overseeing the use of a range of wireless audio equipment during productions. They may also be responsible for supervising others.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Prepare for wireless audio operations
  • 1.1 In consultation with relevant personnel and with reference to production documentation, identify factors that impact on the operation of wireless audio equipment
  • 1.2 Assess both technical and performance factors to establish the most appropriate approach to using wireless audio equipment according to regulatory requirements
  • 1.3 Identify wireless frequencies in use within range, including security and building services users
  • 1.4 Identify wireless instrument and in-ear monitor frequencies that could be used by performers and musicians associated with performances
  • 1.5 Plot proposed and currently used frequencies onto suitable plot and compare with legal and available frequencies
  • 1.6 Allocate frequencies to people or departments as required
  • 1.7 Prepare a suitable spreadsheet or plot where multiple use of the same frequency for different performers or segments is required
  • 1.8 Document wireless audio equipment requirements prior to productions to ensure easy interpretation by others
  • 1.9 Ensure availability of equipment and accessories according to production requirements
2. Set up wireless equipment
  • 2.1 Establish suitable location for equipment and technician work area in consultation with relevant personnel
  • 2.2 Run audio lines from wireless equipment to stage box or patch point and make connections according to plot
  • 2.3 Run standby microphone cables as required, and have wired and wireless standby equipment on hand
  • 2.4 Establish backup channels with appropriate personnel, and put in place other appropriate contingency management measures
3. Fit wireless audio equipment
  • 3.1 Make appropriate checks on wireless audio equipment prior to fitting to ensure equipment is correctly labelled, in working order and fully charged
  • 3.2 Check that frequency setting on microphones and transmitters is matched and complete appropriate tuning
  • 3.3 Identify the most appropriate position for equipment based on performance and technical issues
  • 3.4 Use appropriate attachment techniques to fit radio microphones and transmitter packs to performers
  • 3.5 Follow appropriate protocols with performers during the fitting process
  • 3.6 Clearly explain technical operation issues to performers
  • 3.7 Check and adapt gain structure to meet production requirements
4. Monitor wireless audio equipment systems
  • 4.1 Set wireless audio equipment so that signal is received by sound desks
  • 4.2 Ask performers to test equipment to ensure it is working correctly, and then crosscheck
  • 4.3 Monitor wireless systems throughout productions, identify problems promptly, and take appropriate action to rectify
5. Complete work operations
  • 5.1 Retrieve wireless equipment from performers at performance end
  • 5.2 Clean and arrange or store wireless equipment in readiness for the next user or performance
  • 5.3 In consultation with relevant personnel, evaluate effectiveness of wireless operations and note areas for future improvement
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
D1598 CUESOU10B Operate wireless audio equipment Unit of competency
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
ODI06 CUASOU414 Manage wireless audio operations Unit of competency