CHAPTER 8

Rack Build

In this chapter, you will learn about

• Types of racks

• Ergonomics and weight distribution

• Building a rack

• Wiring a rack

• Finishing touches

In addition to the material that is covered in this chapter, it is wise to take advantage of the vast body of knowledge assembled by AXIVA’s panels of industry experts in the standards developed as guidelines for good practice in working with equipment racks:

• AVIXA F502.02:2020 Rack Design for Audiovisual Systems

• AVIXA F502.01:2018 Rack Building for Audiovisual Systems

The key objectives for mounting audiovisual (AV) equipment into a rack are to protect the integrity of the system and to ensure security. Based on rack elevation and signal routing block diagrams, you will ...

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