Category: CEDIA

  • Jetbuilt Revolutionizes AV Service with the Debut of Jetbot, the AI-Driven Service Desk at CEDIA Expo 2024

    Jetbuilt Revolutionizes AV Service with the Debut of Jetbot, the AI-Driven Service Desk at CEDIA Expo 2024

    Jetbuilt is a web-based project software designed for AV, IT, Security, and Structured Cabling professionals, offering features like product database, dealer pricing integration, team collaboration, and file sharing.

    Jetbuilt is launching Jetbot, an AI-driven service desk integrated with its existing Service module, at CEDIA Expo 2024. Jetbot provides context-specific troubleshooting by understanding the functionality of devices in a project ecosystem and guiding users through the process by scanning a QR code. It reduces service calls, handles after-hours support, creates automatic support logs, and can escalate issues to human support if needed.

    Jetbot is designed to simplify technical support for end users and reduce the workload on integrators’ service desk staff. By handling a significant portion of support requests autonomously, it allows integrators to provide efficient, 24-hour service at a lower cost and focus on more complex tasks, ultimately enhancing customer satisfaction and service quality.

    Jetbuilt, the global leader in AV project sales and management software, is set to launch Jetbot, its AI-driven service desk. Initially introduced as part of Jetbuilt’s support team and well-received for its powerful capabilities, Jetbot Service Desk will be unveiled in its enhanced role at CEDIA Expo 2024 from September 5–7, 2024, at the Colorado Convention Center. This new feature, integrated with Jetbuilt’s existing Service module, is designed to simplify device troubleshooting for end users and significantly reduce service calls and on-site deployment for integrators.

    Jetbot is incredibly unique because it understands the entire functionality of devices within a project ecosystem – down to every detail of the owner’s manual for a specific product – to ensure that it provides contextually relevant, project-specific guidance beyond basic troubleshooting. By simply scanning a QR code on the device in question, users are immediately guided through troubleshooting steps specific to that device and its role within the entire ecosystem. There’s no need to search for where to start the troubleshooting process because the system takes the guesswork out of diagnosing issues, making it easier for end users to resolve problems quickly and efficiently.

    This self-service approach is especially beneficial for after-hours support, eliminating the need for immediate direct communication with integrators and ensuring that problems are addressed promptly and efficiently. Upon completion of the troubleshooting process, Jetbot automatically generates a support log and a closed service ticket for integrators to review during regular business hours. This ensures seamless service continuity and allows integrators to stay informed about the issues their clients encounter, enabling them to provide more effective customer support. If Jetbot can’t resolve an issue, it has the ability to connect the user with a human or schedule and dispatch a technician, providing them with a detailed support ticket.

    “Jetbot offers significant benefits for integrators by alleviating the workload on service desk staff,” said Paul Dexter, chief executive officer for Jetbuilt. “We recognize that many AV companies rely on one or more individuals to manage service desks. Jetbot can handle a significant portion of support requests, allowing integrators to expand coverage at a fraction of the cost.”

    Dexter added, “Earlier this year, we implemented Jetbot within our own support team, with impressive results. Last month, we received 196 support requests, and 63% were successfully handled by Jetbot without human intervention. This increases efficiency and enables Jetbuilt to provide 24-hour coverage, ensuring that customers receive timely and effective support around the clock. Our goal is to bring the same level of service to our integrator base.”

    Jetbot is designed to streamline and simplify technical support and customer service calls. By empowering end users to resolve issues independently, Jetbot enhances customer satisfaction with an expedited resolution and allows integrators to focus on more complex and critical tasks. The reduction in after-hours service calls enables integrators to allocate their resources more strategically. This proactive approach to troubleshooting ensures that service quality remains consistently high, reinforcing the integrators’ reputation for reliability and excellence.

  • Snap One to Debut Innovative New Products at CEDIA Expo 2024; ADI to Showcase Latest Technologies for Indoor and Outdoor Entertainment, Connected Home, and More

    Snap One to Debut Innovative New Products at CEDIA Expo 2024; ADI to Showcase Latest Technologies for Indoor and Outdoor Entertainment, Connected Home, and More

    Snap One is a smart living technology manufacturer and distributor, offers entertainment, connectivity, control, and security solutions worldwide, integrating with ADI for enhanced omnichannel shopping experiences.

    Snap One, now part of ADI Global Distribution, will introduce new products and integrator support initiatives at CEDIA Expo 2024, emphasizing their expanded ecosystem, which includes the Control4, OvrC, WattBox, SunBrite TVs, and Episode and Triad audio solutions. These offerings are aimed at enhancing integrator efficiency, product accessibility, and customer experience.

    The collaboration between Snap One and ADI will deliver greater value to their integrator partners by providing a comprehensive range of integrated solutions and improved support, ultimately driving growth opportunities and enhancing customer satisfaction in the smart living and business technologies market.

    Snap One, an industry-leading manufacturer and distributor of smart living and business technologies that is now part of ADI Global Distribution, will strengthen its ecosystem of integrated solutions with the introduction of several new products and integrator support initiatives at CEDIA Expo 2024, including a single source for fast, efficient one-stop-shopping, commissioning, and shipping.

    “Snap One and ADI complement each other in many ways – from the markets we serve, to our variety of industry-leading brands, to our physical and digital experiences,” said Rob Aarnes, President of the combined ADI and Snap One business. “Together, we will deliver even greater value to our customer partners with access to more products, more locations, more buying convenience, more local expertise and support, and an increased investment in our product roadmap.”

    “We’re excited about the products being showcased at the Snap One and ADI booths, where attendees will really experience first-hand how we are Even Better Together,” said G Paul Hess, Chief Product Officer of the combined ADI and Snap One business. “We’re focused on the needs of our integrator partners and committed to delivering smarter, more connected solutions to help them drive new growth opportunities while offering improved customer experiences.”

    Technologies on display in the Snap One booth include:

    Control4®

    Snap One will celebrate the 20th anniversary of its Control4 open-source platform with the introduction of new features, user interfaces, and deployment tools, including the recently introduced Control4 Connect and Control4 Assist. Now required on all new Control4 systems installed in the U.S., the Control4 Connect subscription as-a-service offers system monitoring and remote support to improve end-user experiences while empowering integrator partners to provide enhanced customer service, earn new recurring revenue, and encourage positive long-term client relationships.

    In addition, Snap One integrator partners can now offer Apple Music®[1] with all the benefits of the Control4 platform: exceptional tonal quality, ultra-fine EQ controls and presets, and intuitive, single-page media controls for easy sharing and distribution.

    OvrC®

    With OvrC’s 10th anniversary at CEDIA Expo 2024, Snap One will demo the latest enhancements to the OvrC platform that deliver a faster, more intuitive use, including consolidated navigation options for easier, more efficient access and an updated Customer Support page. Show attendees can see how streamlined workflows, suite of cloud-based tools, automated device-based notifications and self-healing capabilities available through OvrC not only save time by minimizing service calls, but also provide the opportunity to create revenue-generating service plans.

    The variety of benefits are even more evident through demonstrations of OvrC’s key integrations with the latest Luma® Surveillance solutions, MoIP® AV distribution systems, WattBox® Series 20-amp power distribution units, and Araknis® Wi-Fi 7 networking components, and Access Networks® Wi-Fi 6 Unleashed access points.

    WattBox

    This year’s new WattBox solutions include 20-amp IP enabled PDUs and a new line of Double Conversion UPSs. The recently announced WattBox 820 Series offers 2-, 8-. and 12-outlet models and feature OvrC remote monitoring and resolution; self-healing auto reboot; and control, scheduling, and metering of individual outlets. These capabilities facilitate a smooth transition for systems integrators handling commercial and dedicated theater projects, which often have high power requirements.

    Additionally, the Double Conversion WattBox UPS keeps integrator partners from losing hours of work or incurring costly equipment damage during a power outage. In case of a prolonged outage, a WattBox UPS provides a stress-free window of time to connect to a standby power source all with absolutely zero downtime thanks to the constant conversion of AC to DC to AC power.

    WattBox products are now available at ADI branches, as well as Snap One partner stores and online, providing more buying convenience to integrator partners.

    SunBrite® TVs

    Also celebrating a 20-year milestone is SunBrite, the premium TVs designed for the great outdoors. CEDIA attendees can demo the all-new SunBrite Solis Full Sun Smart TV featuring 1,500 Nits of brightness from a direct LED backlight, 4k60 resolution with 4k upscaling and HDR10, as well as voice control functions and built in speakers.

    New Episode® and Triad® Audio Solutions

    Show attendees can also experience the latest in audio solutions with the Episode Surroundscape Series and Triad Subwoofers and Amplifiers. The Episode Surroundscape Series allows integrator partners to build dynamic landscape installs through its multi-purpose SKU set, quick connect mounting system, weather-resistant features and rock-solid performance. Surroundscape is a rebirth of the long-beloved Episode Landscape series, engineered with everything integrators love and new features to make their work more efficient and reliable. Additionally, the new generation of powerhouse Triad subwoofers and accompanying amplifiers on display feature cinematic sound, an elevated design profile, and more customization options than ever before.

    Visitors can also find these Snap One products featured in the ADI booth. Additional product displays in the ADI booth include:

    Outdoor Entertainment Solutions: SunBrite TVs for entertainment and movie nights, Sonos speakers for immersive music experiences, Legrand mounts and cable, Blustream HDMI, and more can transform a backyard into a versatile space for relaxation and fun. With durable, all-weather designs and smart technology, integrators can enhance any outdoor living.

    Indoor Entertainment Solutions: Sony TVs, Sonos speakers and subwoofer, Russound amplifiers, and additional accessories from Legrand, Mantlemount, Vanco, and more create an engaging and inviting experience within the home. Whether enhancing movie night or gaming sessions, these solutions help bring the best of entertainment to any living space.

    Complete Connected Home Solutions: Integrated solutions including a Control4 Controller, Honeywell Home security systems, Sonos speakers, Lutron lighting controls, and more make any home a smart home.

    Visitors to the ADI booth can also participate in demos with XTEN-AV, the AI-powered professional AV design and proposal platform and get an inside look at ADI’s exclusive brands offering including Avarro displays.

    Snap One and ADI also invite attendees to enter a drawing for a chance to win a SunBrite Veranda 3 55″ TV or a Sonos Move Speaker[2] and join the teams for a Booth Crawl on Friday, Sept. 6, 3pm-5pm taking place across booths #1512 and #2523.

  • WALL-SMART Exhibits Custom Wall and Ceiling Mounts for Impressive Number of Third-Party Manufacturers at CEDIA Expo 2024

    WALL-SMART Exhibits Custom Wall and Ceiling Mounts for Impressive Number of Third-Party Manufacturers at CEDIA Expo 2024

    WALL-SMART is a designer and manufacturer of custom flush ceiling and wall mounts for smart home devices, offering innovative concealment solutions for both technologically advanced and visually appealing homes.

    WALL-SMART is showcasing its custom flush mounts at CEDIA Expo 2024, demonstrating how they make smart home devices from leading brands like Ring, Josh.ai, Apple, and others blend seamlessly into home interiors.

    To highlight how WALL-SMART’s solutions enhance the aesthetics and functionality of smart home installations, providing integrators with tools to create visually discreet and clutter-free environments.

    For more than a decade, WALL-SMART has stayed ahead of the technological curve by providing the integration community with custom mounts for a wide range of common smart home devices soon after their release. WALL-SMART continues this tradition at CEDIA Expo 2024, giving trade show attendees a unique opportunity to see how a number of third-party products on the CEDIA Expo show floor are rendered considerably less conspicuous when housed inside a custom WALL-SMART mount.

    At WALL-SMART’s Booth #4105 some of the biggest names in the systems integration business will showcase the flexibility, diversity, and performance features of their products, transformed cosmetically by WALL-SMART’s custom mounts into seamless, visually discreet high-tech amenities. Products from Savant, Lutron, Nice, Control4, Sonos, Ring, Crestron, Josh.ai, Vantage, Hunter Douglas, Bond, and other leading brands will be represented.

    “At a single booth, systems integrators can see our new flush mounts, as well as innovations from other CEDIA Expo exhibitors,” says WALL-SMART Co-CEO Galia Ben-Dor. “We will showcase these third-party products within mounts designed specifically for them, recessed in various wall and ceiling materials.”

    Some of the newest additions highlighted prominently this year by WALL-SMART include a visually cohesive flush mounting system for the Ring alarm keypad, motion detector and alarm base station; as well as mounts tailored for Vantage, Crestron, and Black Nova keypads; RTI’s new 5” and 10” touchpanels; Josh.ai’s new 8” touchpanel; IC Realtime’s new W3 camera; Sonos Arc soundbar; and Apple iPad tablets, which will be part of a product giveaway at D-Tools, Booth #2724. Returning to the WALL-SMART CEDIA Expo booth is the award-winning UniINwall mount. Accommodating a Samsung One Connect streaming device, it demonstrates how WALL-SMART’s mounts create clean, clutter-free installations.

    In addition to WALL-SMART’s own Booth #4105, attendees can see WALL-SMART’s innovative wall and ceiling mounts at IC Realtime (Booth #C1103), Josh.ai (Booth #2928), RTI (Booth #3512) Lutron (Booth #1912) and others.

    New Flush Mounts from WALL-SMART Facilitate Integration of Apple’s Newest iPads

    At CEDIA Expo Booth #4105, WALL-SMART introduces mounts purpose-built for Apple’s newest and most advanced generation of iPads powered by the M4 chip. Released in May 2024, the 11-and 13-inch iPad Pro, recognized as the thinnest Apple product ever, and the 11- and 13-inch iPad Air offer integrators a dynamic interface for home control applications. To enable seamless integration of iPads within home control ecosystems, WALL-SMART offers a new optional Ethernet adapter on its new and legacy iPad mounts. Like WALL-SMART’s other iPad mounts, the new versions allow the tablets to be temporarily removed for portability and come with a built-in USB adapter for charging.

    WALL-SMART Introduces Custom Mounts for Complete Ring Security System

    A complete home security system from Ring can now be beautifully integrated into home interiors, thanks to a series of flush mounts introduced at CEDIA Expo by WALL-SMART. The new WALL-SMART mounts have been customized for a seamless fit and finish within most wall surfaces of Ring’s alarm base, keypad, and sensor. By enabling the fundamental components of a security system to be recessed in convenient wall locations, WALL-SMART offers integrators and homeowners priceless peace of mind while preserving the home aesthetic. WALL-SMART offers new construction and retrofit mounting options for the Ring alarm base and Ring keypad; alarm sensors can be fitted inside a WALL-SMART new construction mount. The Ring alarm base, keypad, and sensor can also be installed flush with solid surfaces like concrete, brick, wood, marble, glass, and metal. With several installation options, integrators can locate security devices where they can be accessed conveniently and perform optimally.

    WALL-SMART and Josh.ai Partner, Offer a Flush Wall-Mount for Josh.ai Touchscreen

    Earlier this year Josh.ai released the Josh Touchscreen, adding a physical interface to its voice-control platform. Now, through a partnership between Josh.ai and WALL-SMART, systems integrators can recess the 8-inch touchscreen flush with the wall surface for a more sophisticated, finished appearance. Customized by WALL-SMART for the new Josh Touchscreen, the new mount affords integrators a simple way to minimize the appearance of a home control interface. Rather than protruding from the wall, the Josh Touchscreen blends right into it. The mount enables full functionality of the Josh Touchscreen, including JoshGPT.AI integrations, voice control via a tap-to-talk button, and proximity and light sensors. The Josh Touchscreen mount is available from both WALL-SMART and Josh.ai, and will be exhibited at each company’s CEDIA Expo booth (Josh.ai Booth #2928 and WALL-SMART Booth #4015). WALL-SMART also offers mounts for Josh.ai Nano and Micro voice assistants.

    WALL-SMART Rolls Out Flush-Mounts for Latest Keypads and Touchpanels from RTI, and Vantage

    Well-established alliances with leading home control manufacturers give WALL-SMART an edge in the development of its own customized mounting products. Recent additions to its extensive lineup, which will be showcased at CEDIA Expo, Booth #4105, include custom flush mounts for new touchpanels from RTI and keypads from Vantage and Crestron. The mounting hardware recesses devices flush with the wall surface, providing a clean sophisticated look while maximizing functionality. WALL-SMART’s new flush wall mounts for Vantage accommodate the company’s Trimline II trims, which contain EasyTouch keypads, RP Touch keypads, SquareTouch keypads, and wiring devices. The mounts are also compatible with Vantage’s Equinox Touchscreens and adorne Touch keypads and devices. WALL-SMART follows RTI’s recent introduction of its IST-10 (10-inch) and IST-5 (5-inch) high-res touchpanels with two new custom flush mounts.

    WALL-SMART Re-introduces Systems Integrators to Uni-INwall Universal Flush Mount 

    No matter which brand Wi-Fi device, switch, sensor or other tech component a systems integrator selects for a project, the award-winning Uni-INwall mount from WALL-SMART achieves a seamless fit and finish with the surrounding surface. This inclusiveness enables remarkable design and installation versatility that renders otherwise obtrusive technology less perceptible, or completely hidden when the included matte white cover is applied.

    Uni-INwall mount features the same moisture-resistant, ventilated construction as other mounts in WALL-SMART’s vast line of concealment solutions. This exceptional design and build quality protects the residing equipment from damage, enables ease of use, and ensures uncompromised performance—all without impacting the architectural or design integrity of the home or business.

    Where to See WALL-SMART Custom Flush Mounts at CEDIA Expo 2024

    CEDIA Expo 2024 attendees can see WALL-SMART’s latest technology concealment solutions at Booth #4015.

  • RoseWater Energy Invites Systems Integrators to “Take Control of a Home’s Power” with the Industry’s Most Complete Power Management Solution

    RoseWater Energy Invites Systems Integrators to “Take Control of a Home’s Power” with the Industry’s Most Complete Power Management Solution

    RoseWater Energy offers a comprehensive energy management system for smart homes, including power conditioning, surge protection, solar input, battery backup, analytics, and remote monitoring. The system works 24/7, providing clean power during grid operation and outages.

    RoseWater Energy is showcasing their comprehensive power management solutions at CEDIA Expo 2024, highlighting their Energy HUBs, which combine surge protection, UPS, voltage regulation, solar energy integration, and remote monitoring. They are also offering two educational sessions for systems integrators on entering the energy management business and the importance of whole-house UPSs and power quality.

    RoseWater Energy’s power management system addresses critical electrical issues, improving smart home system performance and customer satisfaction. It also offers integrators a profitable business opportunity in the growing energy management market at CEDIA Expo 2024.

    CEDIA Expo 2024 attendees looking for a power management solution, will have plenty of options to explore this year. Each of these individual solutions addresses a specific energy-related problem. RoseWater Energy, however, takes a different, more comprehensive approach by combining in one product essential surge and lightning protection, large-scale UPS with voltage regulation, supplemental solar energy, and standby battery power, along with analytics and remote monitoring. It’s the one system on the CEDIA Expo show floor that does it all.

    This single, all-inclusive Energy HUB addresses every electrical issue and covers all of the lifestyle critical components of a home. Systems integrators can “take control of the power” feeding into and throughout their customers’ homes. RoseWater Energy’s multi-tiered approach to power management ensures that electrical power is always stable, clean, and dependable for the utmost protection and optimization of every lifestyle-critical system, including A/V components, automation systems, lighting, HVAC units, appliances, and more.

    These are the differentiating features that make RoseWater Energy HUBs the most complete power management solutions on the market today. Coupled with white-glove design, delivery, and installation service and support, RoseWater Energy is making it easy for integrators to get into and succeed in the emerging power and energy management business.

    At Booth #3905, CEDIA Expo 2024 attendees can learn about the RoseWater Energy difference, discuss how RoseWater solutions can revolutionize their power management strategies, and see how HUBs work. Systems integrators can learn more by attending two educational courses presented by RoseWater at CEDIA Expo: How to Enter and Succeed in Energy Management and Whole-House UPSes and Power Quality. Both are detailed below.

    RoseWater Energy Demonstrates the Importance of Proper Power Conditioning 

    One of the biggest surprises among consumers and systems integrators is that poor power quality, not outages, is the major culprit of most power-related issues affecting the enjoyment, efficiency, and comfort of homes today. An energy management product that ensures every electronic device receives clean, stable, reliable power free of voltage fluctuations, therefore, is the key to optimizing the performance and longevity of a home’s electronic equipment and enhancing the lifestyle of its occupants.

     At CEDIA Expo 2024, Booth #3905, the energy management experts from RoseWater Energy will be on hand to discuss with visitors the growing importance of proper power conditioning and how RoseWater Energy’s award-winning energy management HUBs efficiently stabilize incoming power from the electrical grid and electromagnetic interference (EMI) generated by devices inside and outside the home. As a large-scale UPS, a RoseWater Energy HUB stabilizes erratic electrical current so that all devices in a home receive the safe, appropriate voltage. This helps devices perform optimally and last longer, which in turn reduces service calls and improves customer satisfaction.

    RoseWater Energy Presents Two Educational Courses at CEDIA Expo 2024

    Antiquated and stressed power grids coupled with the rapid adoption of smart home devices and systems have unleashed the perfect storm, and systems integrators are in the captain’s seat. To help systems integrators understand the current state of the power, how it is impacting the performance of homes, and how they can address the situation with comprehensive power management solutions, RoseWater Energy CEO Joe Piccirilli, will present two informative courses at CEDIA Expo 2024.

    Attendees will learn how to become a successful and profitable provider of custom energy management solutions in “How to Enter and Succeed in Energy Management,” held 9:30-10:30 a.m., on Thursday, Sept. 5. There’s nothing to lose and everything to gain by embracing this new business opportunity.

    Systems integrators attending the second session, “Whole-House UPSs and Power Quality” on Friday, Sept. 6, from 11 a.m. to noon, will learn how a whole-house UPS and power conditioner—plus other equipment—can work together to safeguard and support the performance of a home’s myriad smart systems. Piccirilli will show how it takes a multi-tiered approach to address the countless power problems plaguing homes today. Both sessions will be presented in Room Mile High 3B.

    Where to See RoseWater Energy at CEDIA Expo 2024

    CEDIA Expo 2024 attendees can see RoseWater Energy’s advanced, whole-house power management systems at Booth #3905. To learn more about the high-growth power management category, systems integrators can attend educational courses presented in Room Mile High 3B.by RoseWater Energy’s Joe Piccirilli.

  • R_volution Enhances the Home Entertainment Experience with New 8K Universal Media Players and a Multi-Room Storage Device

    R_volution Enhances the Home Entertainment Experience with New 8K Universal Media Players and a Multi-Room Storage Device

    R_volution, founded in late 2023 by Group Archisoft, offers 4K and 8K multimedia players for home theater enthusiasts. Designed for compatibility with current performance standards, R_volution is user-friendly and within consumer budgets, making it a powerful brand in the AV industry.

    R_volution is unveiling three advanced multimedia players—PlayerOne 8K, PlayerMini, and PlayerPro 8K—along with a storage hub, the R_volution NAS, at CEDIA Expo 2024.

    These devices simplify complex home theater systems by unifying various components and controls, enhancing AV quality, and providing intuitive content organization. This makes it easier for consumers and integrators to manage and enjoy diverse media collections in stunning resolutions, thus meeting the needs of modern home theater enthusiasts.

    R_volution is elevating the home entertainment experience with the introduction of three new high-performance, HDR10+ and Dolby Vision-compliant 4K and 8K multimedia players, plus a storage hub with multi-room distribution capabilities, at CEDIA Expo 2024, Sept. 5-7, at the Colorado Convention Center in Denver, CO. Designed and engineered to function as the primary source component of a home theater system, R_volution’s flagship player, the PlayerOne 8K, smaller PlayerMini, and more advanced PlayerPro 8K intelligently retrieve, consolidate, process and deliver AV content of various file formats from a wide range of physical, mobile, and digital devices, including computer hard drives, Blu-ray disc players, online streaming services, and more. R_volution complements this impressive line with the R_volution NAS, which provides additional content storage and distribution to media players located throughout a residence.

    R_volution Debuts Next-Generation 4K and 8K Multimedia Players at CEDIA Expo 2024 Consumers are all too familiar and frustrated with the inherent complexities of operating a home theater system. Unification of the myriad components and controls lends simpler operation for end-users. R_volution is spearheading this approach with unique technologically advanced yet intuitive home theater components that consolidate all sources, enhance the audio and video quality up to 8K, and categorize the content automatically for quick and easy browsing and selection.

    Featured at booth #1144, R_volution’s next-generation multimedia players, the PlayerOne 8K and smaller PlayerMini, give systems integrators an exciting new way to enhance the home theater experience for their customers. The high-performance multimedia players are HDR10+ and Dolby Vision-compliant, meet all current HDMI connectivity and audio and video performance standards, upscale physical and digital content to 4K and 8K, and automatically identify movies and TV shows for easy on-screen navigation. These players don’t just place the content arbitrarily on the menu; they organize it logically by genre and let users search alphabetically, by release date, length, and other metadata.

    R_volution Debuts Next-Generation Elite 8K Multimedia Player at CEDIA Expo 2024 Rounding out R_volution’s universal media player portfolio is the most advanced model, the new R_volution PlayerPro 8K. This elite media device supports Dolby Vision and HDR10+, and boasts a robust linear power supply anchored by a massive toroidal transformer. At its core lies the powerful Amlogic S928X chipset, complemented by a precision TCXO clock. The R_volution PlayerPro 8K comes with a dual HDD enclosure to store up to 64TB of video files. It also offers HDMI 2.1 output, compatibility with AV1 codec up to 8K resolution that delivers stunning picture and sound quality to meet the needs of the most demanding home theater enthusiasts. Complemented by an innovative R_video user interface, the PlayerPro 8K provides the best AI available on the market to quickly and logically organize a large movie library. R_video along with the PC/Mac app offers advanced customization features to create custom categories and specific groups of movies, listen to original soundtrack clips while browsing titles, personalize the home page and add custom signature top banners like Director’s Cut or Pure Audio Blu-ray. The intuitive PC/Mac app can be used to upload custom title page content, movie covers, and backgrounds.

    R_volution Offers Digital Storage and Multi-Room Playback System for Physical Discs Debuting at CEDIA Expo 2024, the R_volution NAS features high-performance video processing technology, dynamic user interface, and multi-room playback capabilities to consolidate, elevate and streamline the performance and control of large DVD, Blu-ray and 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray Disc libraries. The R_volution NAS stores audio files and videos on its internal hard drive without compression or loss of quality. A single unit can store up to 38,400 DVDs, 6,400 Blu-ray Discs, or 3,200 4K UHD Discs. For larger collections, multiple NAS units can be combined into one system, accessible from any room equipped with an R_volution media player. A system can be quickly and easily configured via the NAS’s plug-and-play installation capabilities. Media is automatically indexed and categorized, along with relevant metadata and cover art. Users can apply filters and sort functions via R_volution’s intuitive onscreen user interface to quickly navigate and retrieve stored content. For clients who want to reconnect with their physical media collections, the NAS affords a simple, effective way to save, store and enjoy this beloved content.

    Where to See R_volution at CEDIA Expo 2024

    CEDIA Expo 2024 attendees can see R_volution’s advanced multi-media players and storage device at booth #1144. The R_volution PlayerOne 8K, PlayerMini, PlayerPro, and NAS are available to systems integration professionals from Let’s Get Physical Distribution.

  • Just Add Power to Raffle Guitars at CEDIA Expo 2024

    Just Add Power to Raffle Guitars at CEDIA Expo 2024

    Just Add Power offers high-quality AV-over-IP distribution solutions that increase in value over time. They respect users’ investment, provide free firmware updates, and offer easy installation and use.

    Just Add Power is promoting its presence at CEDIA Expo 2024 by hosting a guitar giveaway at booth 3333. This annual raffle supports Guitars for Vets (G4V), a nonprofit aiding veteran through music. The company will donate six acoustic guitars to G4V and raffle off three electric guitars to attendees.

    The giveaway is part of Just Add Power’s mission to increase awareness for G4V and engage with the community. It reflects the company’s commitment to both AV excellence and meaningful community involvement, aligning their brand with a cause that resonates with their audience.

    Just Add Power, a leader in AV-over-IP distribution, is ready to rock its CEDIA Expo 2024 presence in booth 3333 with its annual guitar giveaway. The raffle was born eight years ago as part of the company’s mission to bring greater awareness to guitars4vets.org (G4V), a nonprofit dedicated to providing relief to struggling veterans through the healing power of music and community. This year the company will donate six Epiphone acoustic guitars to the program. During the show, attendees can enter for a chance to win one of three very special electric guitars.

    “There are two things that are true about Just Add Power: We rock at AV-over-IP and it’s our mission to rock at community involvement in a way that gets everyone excited,” said Taft Stricklin, chief sales officer for Just Add Power. “Guitars for Vets has an awesome mission that helps to bring the joy of music into the lives of our vets. Our raffle is our small way to include our customers in that movement.”

    Founded in 2007, G4V donates guitars to veterans using the medium of music to help them readjust to life after service and cope with the effects of post-traumatic stress disorder. G4V currently operates more than 80 chapters in 40 states across the U.S., with the assistance of more than 200 volunteers nationwide.

    At Just Add Power’s booth, there will be three daily guitar giveaways at 3 p.m. MT. CEDIA Expo attendees can enter at the booth for a chance to win one Jackson Monarkh guitar, an ESP LTD EC-256FM electric guitar, or Fender Player Stratocaster®. To win, attendees must be at the Just Add Power booth in person when their name is called.

  • WaveForming is Now Publicly Available to All Trinnov Users

    WaveForming is Now Publicly Available to All Trinnov Users

    Trinnov Audio, a company in audio processing technology, has developed advanced technologies like loudspeaker optimization, 3D mapping, and WaveForming, resulting in over 50 patents and numerous awards.

    Trinnov Audio has announced the public release of WaveForming™, a room optimization technology now available on their Altitude line of audio processors. This technology, which enhances bass performance and consistency, is a result of seven years of research and is now accessible to all Altitude users through a free software upgrade. The announcement includes information on design tools, resources, and live demonstrations at CEDIA Expo.

    WaveForming is a significant advancement in audio processing, offering unprecedented bass accuracy and uniformity. By making this technology widely accessible, Trinnov aims to elevate audio experiences in a variety of spaces, positioning itself as a leader in quality audio innovation.

    Trinnov Audio, a global leader in advanced audio processors for home theater, high-end audio and commercial cinemas, today announces that WaveForming™ is now publicly available on the Altitude line of audio processors. This room optimization technology allows audio professionals and enthusiasts to achieve unprecedented bass performance and consistency across the listening space. WaveForming will be a default feature of all future Altitude products and can be enabled on existing Altitude processers via a free software upgrade.

    The product of more than seven years of research, WaveForming has become one of the most awarded new software products in custom electronics industry history. Trinnov has validated and refined WaveForming parameters using feedback from an 18-month Early Access Program. Now, this technology is available to all Altitude owners for the first time.

    “Our experience with WaveForming has been nothing short of transformative, enhancing the precision and clarity of our audio systems,” says Gerard Brouwer, technical consultant for Procella Audio and WaveForming Early Access Program participant. “This innovation allows us to deliver an even more immersive and true-to-life audio experience to our customers, reinforcing our position as leaders in the quality audio industry.”

    Real-World Room Optimization

    WaveForming has evolved to encompass a variety of subwoofer layouts, including conventional layouts with as few as four subwoofers. This design flexibility makes WaveForming feasible for a wide range of spaces and budgets.

    “Far more spaces are compatible with WaveForming than many people imagine,” says Arnaud Laborie, CEO of Trinnov Audio. “If you have at least four subwoofers, WaveForming will improve your audio experience. Trinnov is eager to see this technology applied in private spaces of all types and sizes.”

    In support of the software’s public release, Trinnov has created free design tools to support WaveForming implementation:

    • WaveForming Subwoofer Placement Guidelines – in-depth design guidelines to validate equipment positioning or verify whether an existing system is compatible with WaveForming.
    • WaveForming Design Tool – web-based software to assist in subwoofer placement for new installations.
    • Trinnov Audio – WaveForming Guidelines Explained – a comprehensive on-demand webinar.

    These and other support resources can be found on the comprehensive WaveForming Resources Page.

    Unique Approach, Customized Results

    WaveForming employs immersive audio system design best practices and a proprietary algorithm to produce accurate low-frequency sound across the entire listening area, even in rooms with challenging acoustics. Using a unique active acoustics approach that eliminates room modes rather than attempting to minimize their effects, WaveForming achieves unprecedented bass uniformity, impact, clarity and detail.

    Leveraging the WaveForming algorithm and optimal subwoofer placement for each room, integrators can consistently meet and exceed the highest standards for bass audio consistency. WaveForming controls include coverage uniformity performance benchmarks from CEDIA’s RP22 Immersive Audio System Design Recommended Practice, allowing users to model and verify system performance. The optimal subwoofer placement guidelines allow substantial flexibility, while the Altitude user interface combines intuitive controls with minute fine-tuning capabilities, allowing the experience to be further tailored to the end user’s physical environment and personal preferences.

    “The unmatched processing power of the Altitude platform allows uncompromised signal processing and fully transparent outputs, offering the user complete control,” says Laborie. “Thanks to this flexibility, WaveForming can enhance the most discerning audio enthusiast’s dream project.”

    Getting Started

    Trinnov dealers are encouraged to download the latest Altitude software update to begin implementing WaveForming now. Current Altitude owners with compatible audio systems should contact their dealer to enable WaveForming on their existing system and schedule calibration services.

    CEDIA Expo attendees can experience WaveForming in person at a live demonstration in the Trinnov Booth, #2938. Arnaud Laborie will also offer an in-depth exploration of the acoustic principles behind WaveForming in the seminar “Room Mode Elimination and Low Frequency Extension with Active Acoustics,” taking place on September 4 as part of the CEDIA Expo Conference (registration required).

  • Meridian at CEDIA Expo 2024

    Meridian at CEDIA Expo 2024

    Meridian, a British audio pioneer, offers innovative technologies and high-performance products since 1977, enabling people to enjoy music and movies in various environments, with products sold by custom integrators worldwide.

    Meridian will be showcasing its high-end audio solutions at CEDIA Expo 2024, including the US debut of the Ellipse streaming speaker, the DSP9 loudspeakers, and a new collaboration with Leon Speakers. They will demonstrate these products’ integration into home theatre systems, offering attendees the opportunity to utilize Meridian’s Design and Specification Service.

    The event allows Meridian to demonstrate the seamless integration of their products into complete home theatre systems, emphasizing the efficiency and expertise of their Design and Specification Service.

    Meridian will be attending CEDIA Expo 2024, partnering with APEX Technologies (booth #C1305) and Barco Residential (booth #1328) to showcase its high-end audio solutions. Attendees will have the exclusive opportunity to experience the US debut of Meridian’s groundbreaking Ellipse loudspeaker, alongside other innovative audio solutions.

    Ellipse is Meridian’s high-performance all-in-one streaming speaker and is a complete Meridian system in a luxury and compact form factor. It is a distillation of everything the company does and is designed, engineered and manufactured by the same experts who craft Meridian’s floor-standing loudspeakers in its UK factory. Ellipse delivers Meridian’s renowned sound signature in any room and features twelve proprietary DSP technologies, including the implementation of ‘Meridian Bass & Space’ for the first time in a home audio product.

    Additionally, Meridian’s acclaimed DSP9 loudspeakers will be on display. The award-winning DSP9, a masterpiece of product design and audio engineering, features an iconic cabinet design that introduced a new aesthetic for the company. It delivers outstanding fidelity, dynamics, and power, ideal for cinemas and listening rooms. The speakers will be showcased in three colours – Satin White, Volcano Orange, and Nato Olive Green – allowing visitors to appreciate their design from all angles.

    New to CEDIA, Meridian will be unveiling an exciting collaboration with Leon Speakers. Targeted at the US market, Leon have designed an Edge Media Frame specifically for Meridian’s range of high performance architectural loudspeakers. This unique collaboration brings together Meridian’s signature sound philosophy with Leon’s creative expertise in custom-built media frames and technology concealment. The Leon Edge Media Frame for Meridian is an elegant on-wall media mounting solution consisting of a custom-built, solid hardwood frame and sophisticated mounting system that elegantly encases any TV and architectural loudspeaker from Meridian.

    Visitors to booth #C1305 will be able to experience up close Meridians DSP750 combined with a 65inch TV set-up, to demonstrate the speaker’s high fidelity performance and patented technologies such as ‘Image Elevation’ when configured in L+R Soundbar Mode.  These speakers offer high SPLs and strong bass performance, powered by Meridian’s ‘CLASS-M’ DSP engine. They feature a double precision Aux filter for improved low-frequency resolution and built-in Dynamic bass protection technology for enhanced bass extension, ensuring exceptional audio performance.

    Meridian will demonstrate how its products can be integrated into a complete home theatre solution using its complimentary Design and Specification Service. Attendees are encouraged to bring their plans to the show to utilise this service, which facilitates the creation of high-performance designs efficiently, saving valuable project time.

  • The Launchpad Returns to CEDIA Expo 2024 with Emerging Brands and Technologies

    The Launchpad Returns to CEDIA Expo 2024 with Emerging Brands and Technologies

    The Launchpad at CEDIA Expo 2024 is a dedicated platform for showcasing emerging brands and the latest residential technology solutions. It features companies that have been in business for less than three years and have never exhibited at CEDIA Expo before. Attendees will have the opportunity to engage directly with the founders of these pioneering companies and explore innovative products that are set to transform the custom installation industry.

    The Launchpad is crucial for introducing new-to-market brands to a diverse audience of industry professionals and influencers, offering these emerging companies a chance to gain exposure and establish themselves within the custom installation community. It also provides attendees with a glimpse into the future of residential technology through direct interaction with industry trailblazers.

    CEDIA Expo, the platform where residential technology integration, designers and construction professionals connect, learn and engage, announces the return of The Launchpad, a platform dedicated to showcasing new-to-market brands and the latest residential technology solutions. At CEDIA Expo 2024, attendees have a unique opportunity to immerse themselves in the future of residential technology by exploring the latest advancements and innovations from a new generation of industry trailblazers.

    “The Launchpad offers an invaluable platform for visitors to engage directly with the founders of these pioneering companies, providing insights into their cutting-edge solutions and the inspiration behind their innovations,” said Jason McGraw, CTS, group vice president for Emerald. “It’s a chance to be among the first to experience transformative new products and solutions that are set to expand the landscape of the custom installation industry.”

    The Launchpad will spotlight brands that have been in business for less than three years and have never exhibited at CEDIA Expo. This platform offers emerging companies a unique opportunity to introduce their brands and groundbreaking technologies to a diverse audience of industry professionals and influencers.

    Current brands participating in The Launchpad at CEDIA Expo 2024 include:

    • Applied Sensor Co. (ASC) develops cost-effective smart textile technologies, turning any textile into a smart one, integrating sensors into surfaces while preserving visual appeal and comfort.
    • Aqa Technologies, set to launch at CEDIA Expo 2024, provides modern, secure networking tools for professionals.
    • AVgator Inc., specializes in Crestron programming and GUI development with certified programmers and designers, leveraging over 24,000 hours annually to handle hundreds of projects with varying configurations and complexity.
    • BleedIO is revolutionizing mesh device interactions with BLE Mesh Interoperability Suite, setting the stage for a more seamlessly connected and interoperable future.
    • FYE Labs accelerates the journey from idea to minimum viable product in months or weeks using its pioneering innovation-as-a-service (IaaS) model, simplifying and de-risking new product development.
    • HiFi Vibe offers a Multi-Sensory Stimulation System that delivers True Sine Wave excitation, the most effective and healthy form of vibration, and can be seamlessly added to most furniture in minutes. With Bluetooth connectivity, users can control both the media and the intensity of stimulation directly from their smart devices.
    • mui Lab, Inc. is a Kyoto-based technology startup that designs IoT “calm” interfaces inspired by the Taoist philosophy of “mui shizen” for a peaceful digital living experience. Their flagship product, the “mui” wooden touch panel, seamlessly blends tradition with innovation to serve as a smart home control hub.
    • Prado America designs and manufactures unique lighting collections, sockets and push buttons to seamlessly integrate invisible home technology into ceilings.
    • WINT Water Intelligence is dedicated to advancing water management in buildings and facilities, aiming to cut environmental impact and operating costs by controlling water flow, reducing leak damage and eliminating waste and its related carbon emissions.

    In previous years, The Launchpad has been instrumental in the debut of several leading industry brands, including AXIS, Dejero, Domotz, guardDog.ai, Josh.ai and HDMI Staffing. These companies leveraged The Launchpad to gain crucial exposure and establish themselves within the custom installation community.

    CEDIA Expo 2024, which will be co-located with Commercial Integrator Expo 2024, will take place September 4–7, 2024, at the Colorado Convention Center in Denver, CO.

  • Vantage Will Showcase Freedom of Design and Interoperability at CEDIA Expo 2024

    Vantage Will Showcase Freedom of Design and Interoperability at CEDIA Expo 2024

    Legrand, a specialist in electrical and digital building infrastructures, offers innovative, sustainable solutions for commercial, industrial, and residential markets, focusing on responsible growth and responsible acquisitions.

    Vantage, Legrand’s lighting control brand, will showcase its LHUMAN KolorTune™ system and keypads at CEDIA Expo 2024, with demonstrations at partner booths, including WAC, Proluxe, Lucifer Lighting, and WALL-SMART.

    This demonstration highlights Vantage’s commitment to luxury integration and design flexibility. The LHUMAN KolorTune™ system offers precise color control and compatibility with various fixtures, simplifying lighting design and installation. The showcase aims to illustrate the ease of integration and the high level of performance achievable with Vantage’s solutions.

    Following the growth of its certified partner program, Legrand’s lighting control brand, Vantage, is excited to announce its lighting control system and keypads will be demonstrated at Certified Partners’ booths at CEDIA Expo 2024, Sept. 5-7 in Denver. Attendees will get an in-person look at Vantage’s LHUMAN human-centric lighting (HCL) solution, LHUMAN KolorTune™, interoperating at the show with light fixture partners within its Fixture Alliance, including WAC’s AiSPiRE (Booth 4112), Proluxe by American Lighting (Booth 3237), and Lucifer Lighting Company (Booth 1636). In addition, Vantage will have its keypads on display at the WALL-SMART® booth (Booth 4105).

    “Our mission is to provide luxury integrators and lighting designers with a lighting control solution that delivers the greatest freedom of design, and what better way to do that than to come together with some of our partners to show how we’re working to realize that goal,” said Rob Doherty, Director of Business Development, Vantage and Legrand Shading Systems. “Attendees can come see how LHUMAN KolorTuneTM enables seamless integration and performance by visiting a variety of Vantage’s certified partners’ booths. Designers and integrators will be able to experience everything they need to make the lighting design come to life as planned.”

    Vantage’s LHUMAN KolorTune™ intelligent lighting control transforms the lighting control integration experience with full color control and dimming for light fixtures from leading fixture manufacturing partners. This innovation enables one of the widest selections of tunable fixtures to be used in a lighting system by providing an extensive library of pretested, tunable light profiles needed to create lighting scenes with precise color temperatures. Available within Vantage’s Design Center software, installers simply select the chosen fixture(s), and Design Center will provide the defined fixture control details and color temperature mapping for the lighting fixture. This not only achieves super-simple and fast programming but also allows Vantage’s InFusion Controller to provide the correct color mix, producing accurate color temperature and intensity for the lighting task selected.

    Designers can mix and match tunable fixtures in the room with the assurance that values will match from fixture to fixture for cohesive room lighting, and KolorTune™ supports 0-10V, DMX, and DALI control protocols. KolorTune™ profiles are available for leading lighting manufacturer partners in the Vantage Fixture Alliance.

    Vantage’s Fixture Alliance, a subset of the Certified Partner Program, was developed to provide numerous benefits: freedom of design, fixture testing, and calibrated CCT alignment. Installers or designers can choose the fixtures they want with the peace of mind of knowing that the lighting design will come to life as planned and that every fixture being supported by Vantage will have full functionality. Vantage tests every fixture and creates tunable profiles to take the guesswork out of control as part of its LHUMAN KolorTune™ profile library. The alliance continues to grow and includes AiSPiRE by WAC Lighting, Circa Lighting, Colorbeam, DMF Lighting, Environmental Lights, LF Illumination, Lucetta by Elemental LED, Lucifer Lighting Company, Noº 8 Lighting, Proluxe by American Lighting, PureEdge Lighting, Soraa Lighting, Specialty Lighting Industries, Tech Lighting by Visual Comfort Co., and WAC Lighting.

    Also at the show, Vantage will showcase its keypad compatibility with WALL-SMART. WALL-SMART designs and manufactures flush wall mounts that skillfully blend practical control and stylish design, effortlessly integrating technology into any wall. The company’s wall mounts ensure a smooth integration of elegant keypads, switches, touch panels, tablets, and other devices with robust wall surfaces, preserving the architectural aesthetic of the structure. WALL-SMART’s flush wall mounts are offered for Trimline II trims containing Vantage’s EasyTouch keypads, RPTouch keypads, SquareTouch keypads, and wiring devices. The mounts are also compatible with Equinox Touchscreens and adorne® Touch keypads and devices, enhancing Vantage’s versatility.