Specifications

Status: Released
Version:2.2
Document: ITS-AVS Audio Visual Standards
V2.2Issued.docx
Author: Dean McFadden
Save Date: 25/08/2014
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2.10.8 Accessories
Equipment racks shall be provided with any accessories required to provide a complete system including, but
not limited to:
a) Rack trays
b) Vent panels
c) Blank panels
d) Commercial power strips or Power Distribution Units (domestic power boards are unacceptable)
e) Looming/lacing bars and other cable management devices
f) Support brackets
g) Doors (where specified)
2.10.9 Tamper/Theft protection
To ensure continued correct operation after AV systems have been equalized and calibrated, install tamper
proof devices over any exposed knobs, switches or other controls on:
a) Amplifiers
b) AV switcher
c) Signal processing equipment
d) Any equipment with front-panel power switch
e) Any equipment where operation of front panel controls may affect operations via the control system
Devices with only configuration or selection buttons on the front panel such as AV switchers, receivers etc shall
be secured by manufacturer based lockout codes where available.
Devices which can be reconfigured over the University network, or equipment with network management
interfaces shall be secured in a manner compliant with RMIT security policies. Devices that cannot be secured
by means of a password (minimum requirement) must assessed and approved by the Principal for use as a
precaution.
To prevent theft or unauthorised removal of equipment, the following security measures are to be used:
a) Rack equipment must be secured by locked door or security screws where no door is installed
b) Non rack styled mounting equipment, is to be secured by screws, industrial velcro or foam backed
double sided tape
c) Elmo style document cameras are to screwed from underneath provided screw heads are secured
by a locked door or screwed panel.
d) USB and other portable items are to be secured by combination Kensington brand lock. Code to
be set to 1988
e) Revolabs and handheld microphone base stations are to be secured with industrial strength foam
backed double sided tape