As a TS for almost 7 years, it's a calling that can be very rewarding. Most important is common sense. Make sure you are the only one with keys to the equipment! If anyone else knew more than you do, they'd be the TS. Know what does what. Take the time to push buttons, read manuals. Last week I found some new stuff that the system could do, like play what's on your laptop in the building, as well as broadcast to other buildings! Don't think I'll ever do that, but it's nice to know. Next, take pictures of all the Serial Numbers and equipment. Easy way to see if anyone is getting into your space and "Borrowing something". Have a computer. The stake should give you a laptop to control camera's etc., don't be afraid to ask. Memorize the LDS tech line number. Since most buildings now don't have phones, keep yours handy. If there is a problem, they are your best line of defense. Keep up with TS church information. Scan it every couple of days. The church makes changes, and sometimes you find out the hard way, in the middle of using the equipment. Keeping up on what's new is a sure way to keep out of trouble. Lastly, any and every time you need to use the equipment, test it first. The craziest things happen at the last minute, just be ready and ALWAYS, ALWAYS have a Plan B. If it breaks, I will do A/B/C. Make sure you know what to do when you lose the signal. What to do when you can't hear anything, and what to do when the stake president says "is it ready?" Remember, this is a calling that will bless many members who love to watch as they always have, at church. I have had many "Thank you" moments that have lifted my spirit and filled my heart with the knowledge that this is a calling that HF knows you can handle. Enjoy......
