AES Section Meeting Reports

Central Indiana - September 4, 2012

Meeting Topic: An Overview of Audio System Grounding & Interfacing

Moderator Name: Fallon Stillman

Speaker Name: Bill Whitlock

Meeting Location: J.W. Marriott Hotel 10 S. West Street Indianapolis, IN 46204

Summary

Bill will shared his knowledge and experience, revealing the true causes of system noise and ground loops. Simple, no-test-equipment, troubleshooting methods were explained that can pinpoint the location and cause of system noise. Also discussed were unbalanced to balanced connections, RF interference, and power line treatments. Bill also pointed out some widely used "cures" that are both illegal and deadly.

Written By: Daniel Porter

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