Objective:
BSS Audio Architect Level 1 training provides participants with a foundational understanding of the BSS Audio Architect software, a powerful platform for designing and configuring audio systems using BSS networked audio devices (e.g., Soundweb London processors, BLU-100, BLU-800, and other BSS hardware). This course covers the essentials of system design, configuration, and basic troubleshooting within the BSS ecosystem.

• What is BSS Audio Architect?
• • Overview of BSS Audio Architect as a software tool for the design, configuration, and control of audio systems using BSS Soundweb London products.
  • Key features of Audio Architect: Drag-and-drop interface for system design, real-time monitoring, and device control.
  • The role of BSS Audio Architect in commercial AV systems, including audio processing, routing, and control.
• Applications of BSS Audio Architect:
• • Audio solutions for corporate environments, hotels, entertainment venues, houses of worship, and more.
  • Seamless integration with BSS hardware for advanced audio routing, mixing, and processing across complex networked audio systems.

• System Requirements and Installation:
• • Minimum system specifications and setup for installing BSS Audio Architect software on a PC or laptop.
  • Software installation and activation process, including connecting to BSS hardware over a network.
• Interface Overview:
• • Introduction to the BSS Audio Architect interface, including the main design window, toolbar, device and control panels.
  • Familiarization with the workspace layout for creating and managing audio systems.

• Creating a New Project:
• • Step-by-step process for starting a new project within Audio Architect.
  • Choosing the appropriate hardware devices (e.g., BLU-100, BLU-800) and network configuration options.
• Device Configuration:
• • How to add devices (e.g., processors, amplifiers, I/O devices) to the system in Audio Architect.
  • Configuring each device's network settings, audio I/O, and routing parameters.
• Signal Flow and Routing:
• • Setting up audio routing between devices using the drag-and-drop interface in Audio Architect.
  • Creating and managing signal paths for inputs and outputs (e.g., microphones, mixers, speakers, amplifiers).
  • Using signal flow diagrams to visualize and organize signal routing for larger systems.

• Basic Audio Processing:
• • Overview of audio processing tools within Audio Architect, such as equalization (EQ), compression, and gain control.
  • Configuring input and output filters, delay lines, and gain stages for optimal audio performance.
• Configuring Control Interfaces:
• • Using Audio Architect to set up user interfaces for controlling system parameters.
  • How to integrate third-party control systems (e.g., touch panels, wall controllers) with BSS devices for system operation.
• Room Equalization:
• • Introduction to automatic room EQ and manual adjustments for compensating for acoustic environments.
  • Using the BSS Acoustic Echo Cancellation (AEC) and other room tuning features to optimize sound quality.

• Understanding BSS Networked Audio:
• • How BSS Soundweb London devices communicate over the Ethernet network (using BLU-link and Dante protocols).
  • Configuring the BLU-link network for digital audio distribution and synchronization across devices.
• Device Integration:
• • Integrating BSS devices with other AV and control systems, such as Crestron or AMX, for seamless control.
  • Best practices for cabling, addressing, and networking in larger installations.
• Device Discovery and Connection:
• • How to discover and connect devices over the network using Audio Architect’s device scan function.
  • Troubleshooting connectivity issues, including IP addressing and network settings.

• Real-Time Monitoring:
• • Overview of the real-time monitoring features in Audio Architect, including device status and audio levels.
  • Using the monitoring dashboard to observe system health, signal flow, and device feedback.
• Error Reporting and Troubleshooting:
• • Common error messages and troubleshooting strategies for resolving network, device, or configuration issues.
  • Using system logs and diagnostic tools to identify and address performance issues.

• Testing Audio Systems:
• • How to perform system tests to verify the correct setup of audio routing, signal processing, and output levels.
  • Adjusting settings to optimize sound quality and ensure consistent audio performance across devices.
• Commissioning the System:
• • Final steps for commissioning the system, including performing final checks and ensuring all hardware and software configurations are correct.
  • Documenting the configuration for future reference or maintenance.

• Design Best Practices:
• • Tips for efficient system design, ensuring clear and easy-to-understand signal routing.
  • Using grouping and labeling techniques in Audio Architect to keep large projects organized and manageable.
• Security and System Integrity:
• • Best practices for securing the network and devices in a BSS system (e.g., password protection, firewalls, network segmentation).
  • Ensuring that the system is robust and scalable to meet future demands.

• Summary of Key Takeaways:
• • Recap of the core concepts covered in BSS Audio Architect Level 1 training: system design, device configuration, signal routing, and troubleshooting.
• Q&A Session:
• • Open forum to answer participant questions, share practical experiences, and discuss advanced topics for further learning.

Target Audience: AV integrators, system designers, engineers, and technicians responsible for configuring and managing BSS networked audio systems.

This BSS Audio Architect Level 1 training will equip participants with the foundational skills required to design, configure, and manage BSS-based audio systems, from initial setup to troubleshooting and system commissioning. By the end of the session, attendees will be able to confidently deploy basic BSS systems for a wide range of AV applications.