| Tier | $/sq ft | Scope |
|---|---|---|
| Basic | $15–25 | Speech-focused, point-source, single screen, basic wash |
| Mid-range | $25–50 | Line array, dual projection/LED wall, 1–2 cameras, streaming |
| Broadcast | $50–80 | LED video walls, full theatrical, multi-cam, pro stream |
Infrastructure = 15–25% of AV budget. Never defer conduit — it goes in during rough-in or not at all.
| Item | Specification |
|---|---|
| Line array rigging | 500–2,000 lbs/side; structural steel during fab |
| Point source mount | Speaker weight × 5:1 safety factor |
| Amplifier power | 2,000–8,000 W total; dedicated 20A circuits |
| Dante/AVB network | Cat6A; dedicated VLANs (not shared with IT) |
| Wireless mic antennas | RG-8 coax, rack room to stage-front |
| Wireless channels (mid) | 8–16 channels typical |
| Stage box (mid) | 32 in / 16 out; redundant Cat6A to rack |
| IEM floor boxes | 6–12 positions with power + network |
| FOH console position | Centred, 2/3 back, at ear height |
| Item | Specification |
|---|---|
| Projector (controlled light) | ≥7,000 lumens laser |
| Projector (ambient light) | ≥12,000 lumens laser |
| Projector weight | 30–120 lbs + mount + safety factor |
| Resolution (min.) | 1920×1200 (WUXGA); 4K for high-end |
| LED video wall weight | 500–2,000 lbs — P.Eng. structural req. |
| LED wall power | Dedicated 20–60A circuits |
| PTZ camera mount height | 2.5–3.5 m for flattering angle |
| PTZ cameras (mid) | 2–4 positions; power + 2× Cat6A each |
| Confidence monitors | 2–4 at stage front; power + HDMI/network |
| Item | Specification |
|---|---|
| DMX max cable run | 300 m per universe (ANSI E1.11) |
| DMX universes (mid) | 2–4; large churches 8+ |
| DMX conduit | Separate from power cables |
| Moving head weight | 15–40 kg each; safety cables req. |
| Dimmer packs | Dedicated 20A per pack |
| House/stage integration | DMX input on architectural system (Lutron/Crestron) |