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Bang & Olufsen Packs Style into BeoLab 14 Surround System

2013-05-17T18:20:54+00:00

Bang & Olufsen has introduced its BeoLab 14 surround speaker system, which is available in a 4.1 ($3,995) or a 5.1 ($4,395) configuration.

WAVE Distributing Launches House Brand for Mounts & More

2013-05-17T17:03:27+00:00

While WAVE carries Chief and Omnimount, the distributor has developed its own mounts under MSTR brand. Next up: HDMI cables with Redmere.

Basalte iPad Frames add Elegance to iPad-based System Installations

2013-05-17T16:52:52+00:00

The Belgian company Basalte has introduced its Eve iPad frame for the iPad Mini, and Basalte says the product can be used for a variety of home electronics systems installations that utilize iPads as control interfaces.

People On the Move: Vutec, Hypex Electronics, Almo

2013-05-17T15:20:04+00:00

The latest in hirings and other notable movement within the custom electronics industry. Check back daily for updated news.

Digital Projection Loses Double-Stack Titan Job ... to Itself

2013-05-17T15:10:17+00:00

RAI convention center specs four double-stacked Titan Super Quad projectors from Digital Projection; decides single 20,000-lumen projectors are bright enough.

Classic Japanese-Style Home Theater Comes to Suburban Philly

2013-05-17T13:44:22+00:00

Home theater mixes in Asian design flair with high-performance A/V like motorized Draper screen, Digital Projection DLP projector and Triad surround-sound system.

Monster to Support High School Nation Performing Arts Program

2013-05-17T12:10:43+00:00

Monster will bring its new Monster DNA headphones to a Guitar Center Music Experience Zone booth and Jam Hub demo station at High School Nation events across the U.S.

Energy Squad Unveils ecoInsight LED Lighting Proposal Tool

2013-05-16T19:07:23+00:00

Distributor Energy Squad's new iPad-based ecoInsight tools allows integrators to specify, source and create proposals for LED lighting projects.

CE Pro 100 Integrator Wins 2 Chevy Camaros from ADI

2013-05-16T18:28:01+00:00

Troy Leach, product manager at Triphase Technologies, won two brand new Chevrolet Camaros in a drawing from distributor ADI.

Samsung Plasma TV Wins Flat Panel Shootout Evaluation

2013-05-16T18:05:40+00:00

A panel of expert judges and consumers name the Samsung PN64F8500 the "King of HDTV" at the Value Electronics in Scarsdale, N.Y., based on 6 different criteria.

Housing Starts Cool in April

2013-05-16T16:49:07+00:00

Overall housing starts declined in April, but strength in the number of permits issued for single-family homes bodes well for the months ahead.

Q&A: Jim Burns, President & Co-founder, Display Development

2013-05-16T16:24:48+00:00

Jim Burns has years of custom installation experience through his time with Runco and Wolf Cinema. Burns' latest venture is Display Development, a video line he says is custom built for each job.

Turnkey Vidabox LiivNAS Dune Edition Delivers Instant Entertainment

2013-05-16T13:46:39+00:00

Vidabox says the LiivNAS: Dune Edition incorporates everything an electronics professional will need to create a simple and robust media playback and storage solution.

Peachtree Audio deepblue Bluetooth Speaker System Debuts

2013-05-15T19:28:35+00:00

Peachtree Audio has launched its deepblue Bluetooth Speaker System, its first Bluetooth speaker system. deepblue includes 240 watts of power, one 6.5-inch bass driver, two 3.5-inch mids and two 1-inch soft dome tweeters. Users connect their smartphone or tablet to deepblue via A2DP Bluetooth, or a 3.5mm stereo jack, and can stream their phone’s music collection or any music apps stored on the phone.

‘Ethical Hacker’ Creates Android Voice App for Control4

2013-05-15T18:11:33+00:00

Developed by a 'Certified Ethical Hacker,' Voicer (free) and Voicer Pro ($9.99) are new Android apps that allow for voice control of a Control4 home automation system.

Sharp Eyes Wireless Audio with WiSA

2013-05-15T17:27:09+00:00

At HTSA dealer conference, Sharp talked less about 4K Ultra HD and more about 7.1 wireless audio and the WiSA standard. "Nobody" at HTSA said no to the technology, says Tony Favia.

SED International Reports ‘Disappointing’ Revenue, Profits for Quarter

2013-05-15T15:22:37+00:00

IT and CE distributor SED International calls its Fiscal Year Q3 results 'disappointing' as it was down $9.9 million, or 7.1%, in revenue and 2.6% down in profit.

Inside a $3 Million Home Theater Masterpiece

2013-05-15T15:00:03+00:00

This $3 million, 45-seat home theater took four years to complete. And the room gets so much use that the projector lamp, which is rated at 2,000 hours of use, had to be replaced within the first year.

Schneider Electric Updates Home Manager System with New Features

2013-05-15T10:29:52+00:00

With some of the newly added features built into the Schneider Electric's Wiser Home Management System include the ability to set budget goals and the ability to view a home's actual energy consumption against those budget goals.

Almo Lands 16th on Philadelphia’s Top Workplaces List

2013-05-14T19:46:14+00:00

Distributor Almo Corp. has been named No. 16 among Philly.com's list of the top workplaces in 2013.

1998 Flashback: CE Pro Reports on TiVo, ReplayTV

2013-05-14T16:45:05+00:00

"Like ReplayTV, the TiVo digitizes and stores television signals, allowing users to rewind, instant-replay, and play back in slow-mo any 'live' television broadcast."

Fresh Thoughts on 50 ‘CE Pro Masters’

2013-05-14T16:29:57+00:00

My 'CE Pro Masters' nominees, who are due recognition for influencing the field of custom electronics, include Richard Schram, Mark Friedman and Deborah Smith. Who else is worthy?

CEA Names 2013 Hall of Famers

2013-05-14T16:20:01+00:00

Meg Whitman of eBay (now HP), TiVo founders, Magnolia A/V creators among inductees.

Wilson Electronics Unveils Marine Signal Booster Kit

2013-05-14T14:26:00+00:00

New cellular signal booster kit from Wilson Electronics allows integrators to improve coverage for yachts and other vessels on inland waterways and near-shore.

Energy Debuts Take Classic I/0 4, Take Classic I/0 5 Outdoor Speakers

2013-05-14T13:24:44+00:00

Energy has introduced its first outdoor speakers, the Take Classic I/O 4 and Energy Take Classic I/0 5. The Take Classic I/O 4 has a 0.5-inch tweeter and a 4-inch woofer, while the Take Classic I/O 5 bumps those measurements up to a 1-inch tweeter and a 4-inch woofer. Both models also have dual M6 threaded inserts for mounting.

AirFlex5D LLC from Elite Screens Enables Projector Stacking

2013-05-14T10:24:04+00:00

The AirFlex5D-60 Series of products provide a choice of 2D/3D multi-projector stacking processor solutions that align multiple projector images into a single bright picture.

Hands On: VoicePod Voice Control for Control4 Home Automation

2013-05-13T18:49:27+00:00

VoicePod from HouseLogix has speech-recognition engine and onboard speaker for two-way ZigBee communications with Control4 home automation. Why not use Siri?

Alarm.com Buys EnergyHub for Home Energy Management

2013-05-13T17:32:15+00:00

Alarm.com has acquired home energy company EnergyHub. Terms of the deal were not disclosed. EnergyHub will continue to operate as an independent company.

Software Protects Mac Computers from Malicious Attacks

2013-05-13T13:29:25+00:00

At one time hackers ignored the small amount of Apple users that populated the computer world. Now with Apple's products as popular as ever, hackers have begun attacking this growing segment of the computing community.

Security, Home Automation Bolster Nortek’s Q1 Financials

2013-05-10T19:34:44+00:00

Net sales for Nortek were down slightly for Q1 2013 but security & home automation segment achieved double-digit growth; was $2.6M write-off in 2012 related to NIRV?

2013 Home Audio Launch: Sony is Serious about Sound

2013-05-10T16:42:36+00:00

Sony artists help the company launch impressive HTIB set, 330-watt soundbar, 1300W super-boom-box, and A/V receivers modeled after high-end ES Series.

Crestron TST-600 Touchscreen Now Shipping, Replacing TPS-6X

2013-05-10T15:19:12+00:00

Crestron is shipping its TST-600, a 5.7-inch capacitive wireless touchscreen that extended-range dual-mode RF/WiFi wireless capability, Smart Graphics, Rava SIP Intercom, a built-in microphone and speakers, and support for H.264 streaming video.

CEA to Develop CE-Energy Usage Information Standard

2013-05-10T14:35:23+00:00

The Consumer Electronics Association (CEA) has formed a working group to develop a new CE-Energy Usage Information (CE-EUI) standard for communication of energy use data in the home.

Sonus faber Salutes Andrea Palladio with Olympica Speakers

2013-05-10T12:46:30+00:00

Sonus faber has announced the Olympica line of speakers, and the Italian manufacturer says this new line of products will be rolled out in two phases. The initial release of the line features the launch of two three-way floorstanding speakers and a bookshelf product. Later this year the rest of the line will be announced.

B&O Adds BeoPlay H3 In-ear, BeoPlay H6 Over-Ear Headphones

2013-05-09T19:32:42+00:00

Bang & Olufsen has introduced its BeoPlay H3 in-ear and BeoPlay H6 over-ear headphones that will start shipping in the summer of 2013.

Digital Projection Offers Free Lamp Replacement Warranty

2013-05-09T19:00:39+00:00

Digital Projection is offering free lamp replacements for clients who purchase HIGHlite and Titan projectors by June 30, 2013.

2Gig Taps iControl for 2nd Security & Home Automation Option

2013-05-09T18:51:29+00:00

Telguard HomeControl combines Telguard cellular radios with iControl cloud-based security and home automation service, exclusively for 2Gig systems.

5 Biggest Mistakes in Wireless Networking

2013-05-09T16:53:33+00:00

We examine five common pitfalls when installing wireless home networks and how to avoid them.

Q&A: Tim Bigoness, VP Sales & Marketing, D-Tools

2013-05-09T15:36:18+00:00

Tim Bigoness, D-Tools' VP of sales and marketing, discusses the System Integrator 6 software and why off-the-shelf/in-house software will cause many problems.

Worst DIY Installs Ever

2013-05-09T15:30:12+00:00

A look at just how bad consumers can screw up their own electronics installs.

D&H Reports 8% Growth in Fiscal Year 2013

2013-05-09T14:29:37+00:00

D&H Distributing has ended its Fiscal Year 2013 with an 8% growth in revenue, fueled by triple year-over-year sales in tablets.

URC’s TKP-7000 Touchscreen Gives Homeowners More Control Options

2013-05-09T12:30:07+00:00

Universal Remote Control (URC) says its latest control solution, the new TKP-7000 Touchscreen joins the company's vast line of interface solutions to provide consumers with a wider choice of control solutions.

IP Networks & Security: Everything You Might Not Know

2013-05-08T20:03:29+00:00

Free webinar on May 22 will provide resources and solutions to 10 most common problems dealers face when installing home networks.

Can You Be Sued Over Your Demo Material?

2013-05-08T16:34:29+00:00

How Tom Cruise, CES Chicago in 1994, and a long-defunct gaming product shaped current liability that could affect integrators’ demo material.

Neat-O: Making 4x3 to 16x9 Transitions Profitable

2013-05-08T15:59:34+00:00

Dealer encounters a client who wanted to upgrade his great room home theater but was limited by the shape of the built-in cabinetry. Here's the solution.

Synergy Products add Versatility to Salamander Line

2013-05-08T10:48:52+00:00

The latest product additions to Salamander's Synergy line of products were developed to meet customer demand.

SnapAV Unveils IP Surveillance Cameras Under Wirepath Brand

2013-05-07T20:55:16+00:00

SnapAV's new Wirepath IP cameras include megapixel bullet and dome style cameras, an indoor PTZ camera and NVRs with multiple channel configurations.

Control4 Launches Wireless Lighting Control Line

2013-05-07T18:02:06+00:00

New family of Control4 Wireless Lighting control products features adaptive phase dimmers, ambient light sensors and stylish finishes for both commercial and residential applications.

DTS-HD Surround Sound Comes to CinemaNow, Samsung Smart TVs

2013-05-07T15:36:01+00:00

CinemaNow is adding 4,000 movies and TV shows with DTS-HD surround sound that will be available on Samsung's Web-enabled Blu-ray players and TVs.

AudioControl Rialto 400 Solves Amplification & Digital Audio Dilemma

2013-05-07T10:20:08+00:00

The Northwestern company is now shipping its latest product, the Rialto 400 which combines amplification and digital-to-analog (DAC) functions all within a single product.

Senate Passes Internet Sales Tax

2013-05-06T23:07:52+00:00

Retailers praise the passage of the Marketplace Fairness Act. Similar bill now goes to the U.S. House of Representatives.

Stampede, Key Digital Reach Distribution Deal

2013-05-06T16:01:58+00:00

Key Digital has named Stampede Presentation Products as a new U.S. and Canadian distributor of its complete line of products, including Compass Control.

ACTP Launches Turn it On Home Automation Brand

2013-05-06T14:16:52+00:00

Automated Control Technology Partners, Inc. has launched the Turn it On brand of home automation systems. The first product will be introduced at InfoComm 2013.

Legacy Goliath XD Sub Pumps Out Monsterous Bass

2013-05-06T13:24:33+00:00

Legacy Audio has announced its Goliath XD Subwoofer, and according to the Springfield, Ill.-based company, the subwoofer will produce SPLs as high as 130dB.

Control4 Warns Dealers About Port Forwarding for Home Automation

2013-05-05T16:08:00+00:00

Control4 warns against port forwarding for remote access to home automation systems, urges use of VPNs or new cloud-based security and remote access service.

Leviton Snap-Link Mobile Apps Receive 50% Price Cut

2013-05-03T17:27:17+00:00

The original price of Leviton Security & Automation's Snap-Link Mobile apps was $49.99. The iOS app is dropping to $24.95, with both the Android and Kindle Fire versions now priced at $19.99.

How to Control Workers’ Compensation Costs

2013-05-03T16:49:50+00:00

Workers’ compensation insurance premiums increased as much as 5 percent for most integrators last year. Safety initiatives and incentive programs for employees can help reduce costs.

CEDIA Launches ‘Connect with CEDIA’ Local Networking Events

2013-05-03T15:29:31+00:00

CEDIA has scheduled 'Connect with CEDIA' local networking events around the country where integrators can gather to share information.

Tri-Ed Adds 5 ‘Data Solutions Center’ Branches

2013-05-03T14:45:50+00:00

Tri-Ed Distribution has added 5 new branches that will all be designated as Data Solutions Centers with a focus on its comCables product line for integrators.

OSD Wireless Rock Speakers Complement Portable Music Players

2013-05-03T12:42:05+00:00

OSD Audio has introduced its new OSD-WR800 all-weather wireless rock speaker, and the Brea, Calif.-based company says that homeowners can use their Apple iOS and Android devices with the speakers to play their favorite music outdoors.