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Luxul‘s Epic Mesh kit comes with two dual-purpose mesh nodes that can each serve as either a router or satellite. Simple to install, integrators turn one of the two nodes into a router in under two minutes using the Luxul Easy Setup App. The other becomes the satellite node, which is placed around the residence to create a powerful wireless mesh. There is no need to run additional wires; integrators just plug the satellite node into an available outlet.
Hub Max is a Google Assistant smart display that’s the perfect addition to a helpful home—it’s a TV for a kitchen, an indoor camera, a smart home controller, a digital photo frame and a great way to make video calls. Google Nest is dedicated to making the smart home less complicated and more helpful, where products work together to provide customers safety, security, comfort and connection with their friends and family.
From Colorbeam Lighting, the Generation Colorbeam GATEway DMX Processor features built-in circadian rhythm applications, a new user interface that is tablet and mobile friendly, an autonomous lighting system and input ports for occupancy sensors and alarm systems. The system is also easier to integrate with third-party control systems and next-generational API.
RTI is showcasing the flexibility and growth potential RTI dealers have with solutions that allow them to compete at every level, spanning from residential to commercial projects of every size. Products on display included new controllers with sleek designs and capabilities, and RTI debuted the next generation of Alexa voice control.
The DTS Virtual:X Sound Bar allows homeowners to experience the perception of up to 7.1.4 immersive audio through as few as two speakers in the horizontal plane. Features include a wider soundstage, deeper bass, clearer dialog and more impactful audio performance without distortion or clipping.
Powershades’ new Power Over Ethernet automated window shades offer all the benefits of the company’s RF (radio frequency) automated shades, bringing convenience and control to the user. These benefits include cloud connectivity for smartphone/tablet/PC control from anywhere in the world; the ability to develop and deploy groups, scenes and schedules across multiple facilities; easy and intuitive limit setting; soft start and stop; favorite position setting; low power consumption and more.
Kwikset introduces Control4 compatibility to its Obsidian Electronic Touchscreen Deadbolt with Home Connect and the contemporary version of the SmartCode 916 Touchscreen Electronic Deadbolt. Both Control4 Certified locks are available in iron-black and satin-nickel finishes.
Legrand | AV Residential Solutions has extended its line of On-Q in-wall power products with the introduction of the new CPT306W-V1 In-Wall TV Power and Cable Management Kit. The prewired kit provides installers with everything needed to quickly and safely extend power to wall-mounted displays and accompanying devices, such as set-top boxes, digital TV adapters or soundbars, while neatly concealing power and AV cables inside the wall.
Now shipping anywhere in the U.S., Modulus is a complete home media platform that includes a premium DVR with up to 20TB of internal storage, an elegant movie server, a one-button commercial skip and record streaming. Modulus also supports Control4, Elan and Crestron automation drivers with more to come.
Wi-Charge has introduced truly wireless charging technology using beams of infrared light to power-up compatible devices within a room like smart mirrors, heated toilet seats or speakers. The setup includes a Wi-Fi router-like power transmitter and tiny receivers that can be connected to smartphones or other devices. The receivers use a miniature photovoltaic cell to convert transmitted light into electrical power.
Siena Paneling from Artnovion – distributed by Origin Acoustics – is a hybrid acoustic panel that decreases reverberation time while improving sound field distribution. Siena is made from select sustainable wood and a recycled foam core. It is available in four wood and four lacquered finishes.
Atlantic Technology is expanding its All-Weather Outdoor product line from a single model to nine models available in two colors. The new sealed box line features fiberglass woofers, titanium tweeters and includes three constant current models, three constant voltage models with adjustable transformers plus three SKAA wireless all-weather speakers.
The IWLCR4-MB and IWLCR4-BB from Vanco are in-wall speakers that were designed as a complimentary two-way, full-range, LCR and center channel solution. With a small form that fits between the studs and a depth of only 4 inches, these products offer an easy-to-install speaker solution that doesn’t sacrifice quality, consistency or efficiency.
ProjX360 is a complete end-to-end SaaS management solution for the custom integration industry. With ProjX360, a user can manage projects from sales prospecting to generating proposals. The user can also manage their inventory with ProjX360, the industry’s only inventory management system designed for the custom integration industry.
Vantage‘s new EasyTouch Glass modular keypad station, which combines powerful functionality with a sleek, contemporary design, is available with up to five programmable buttons for different scenes – such as “Welcome,” “Away” or “Party.” Not only does the EasyTouch Glass allow users to set the lighting in a space with one touch, it can also incorporate control over shades, speakers, garage doors and more. The keypad allows installers to mix and match colors for trims, buttons and faceplates, while an inner-surface ink-layering process ensures consistent color definition and reflectivity.
A Cloud of My Own/Guard Dog Technologies announces the Guard Dog Smart Home Shield to maintain health, performance and security in today’s smart home. Guard Dog Smart Home Shield collects critical metrics for each smart device within the home. With powerful diagnostic tools, as well as change audit capabilities, the time to isolate and resolve issues is greatly reduced. Additionally, the health and performance of the smart home can be reviewed at any time, preventing issues before they have a negative impact.
ZDClink is Holm’s premium lighting control option and is the most advanced and flexible low-voltage landscape lighting transformer on the market. The controller incorporates zoning, dimming and color control capabilities into a single control system using a simple two-wire path installation. ZDClink provides one-touch control over today’s most popular home automation systems, integrating with control systems from Lutron, Crestron, Control4 and Savant.
The Morpheus 360 Wireless Sound-Ring II Bluetooth portable speakers are comprised of two active speakers and two passive radiators, providing a dynamic bass response while still hitting the mid-range and high-end tones. There are also two LED rings in the speaker design that provide visual alerts in the form of various colors to alert the user when a speaker is paired, needs charging or is charged.
The Gryphon HomeBound is a smart phone utility that is installed on the iOS or Android smartphone so that all the traffic on the device gets routed back to Gryphon before going out to the Internet. HomeBound encrypts data and protects privacy when on public Wi-Fi hotspots. HomeBound also allows parents to maintain online parental control on their kids’ devices even when they reside outside the home network.
Salamander Designs has announced a new line of cabinets that are designed specifically for installation with the combination of the LG CineBeam AI ThinQ and the 4K Ultra Short Throw Laser Projector (model HU85LA). There are four cabinet models and three styles in all, ranging from the chic, compact Model 229 to comprehensive, four-bay configurations.
The Swidget Wall Switch is a dimming smart switch that allows for greater personalization of smart homes. By snapping a user’s choice of insert into the wall sSwitch, it enables homeowners to wield the power of an array of smart functions, while also making the lighting in a room or entire office dimmable. It features anti-flicker technology, which prevents fluctuations in brightness of light and is compatible with Swidget’s modular, functional inserts, such as the Power Out Light (an emergency light) and Guide Light (a night light).
The CLG-W10 subwoofer is the latest addition to Monitor Audio’s Climate Garden System and is designed to augment the low frequencies when teamed with any of the outdoor speakers in the series. The CLG-W10 can be partially buried in a garden border or positioned on a deck or patio area. The compact dimensions make it extremely versatile and provide the system designer with a variety of installation options.
The Sensate Kitchen Faucet with Konnect allows homeowners to turn the water on and off or dispense water to a measured volume with simple voice commands or touchless motion-based interactions. Consumers can fill an 8-ounce cup of water or a large pot with hands-free voice control. Water metering is also available through the KOHLER Konnect App to track water usage.
Hunter Douglas showcased popular automated window treatment styles with its PowerView Motorization operating system. Homeowners can operate their automated Hunter Douglas shades and blinds with the PowerView App, the Pebble handheld or surface remote, a scene controller, voice command or through a compatible automation system. PowerView can be integrated with most smart home and automation systems, such as Apple HomeKit, Control4, Crestron, Elan, IFTTT, Logitech Harmony Home, Universal Remote Control, RTI and Savant.
Control4 introduced its new Smart Home OS 3, the solution for simplifying the use of the home’s growing number of connected devices. OS 3 interoperates with a broad and deep ecosystem of more than 13,500 third-party devices and offers more than a thousand new features, including at-a-glance status of devices and adjusting scenes across lighting, comfort, music, video, shading, security and more.