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Director Barry Sonnenfeld Says Industry Is ‘All About Service’ in Keynote Address

By Grant Morgan

Emmy and Peabody award-winning director—and home theater aficionado—Barry Sonnenfeld delivered the opening keynote Thursday morning at CEDIA Expo 2024. He shared his insights and passion for home cinema and audio technology, along with some hot takes on the issues he sees in the industry.

“I love what you guys do, I love home theaters. I don’t think I’d ever buy a place without a home theater, or I would always put one in,” Sonnenfeld told attendees before addressing his top three concerns from the perspective of a customer and filmmaker.

“Just because you can add resolution, doesn’t mean you should,” Sonnenfeld began, as he expressed his disappointment in studios forcing 4K on filmmakers purely for the sake of marketing. “Advances in technology, programming, and software are not always for the better. Don’t fix what isn’t broken, please!”

Sonnenfeld argued that everything he doesn’t like

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about 4K will be worse in 8K. “Actor’s faces will be too sharp, you’ll see the makeup, everything will moire—except sports. If shooting and broadcasting sports in 8K means I can finally see a hockey puck go into a net,” he quipped, “I’m with you.”

Sonnenfeld didn’t pull his punches when it came to his opinion of HDR, either. “Technology is both good and bad and here’s the evil: HDR sucks. I don’t have to tell you how bad MotionFlow and CineFlow are, and I don’t even know why they’re on any television.”

Speaking to his second concern, Sonnenfeld begged for manufacturers and studios to finally find a way to fix sound sync, as he explained his ongoing evolution into a “sound guy” over the picture. “I look for the best sound theater now instead of the best picture. Sound has become incredibly important for me,” Sonnenfeld admitted.

“Finally, it’s all about service,” he concluded. “That’s what we remember with installers. I love my system but hated my installer. So, when the time came to upgrade, I didn’t go back to him, even

Getting the Lutron Experience

By Anthony Savona

BOOTH 1912 Certain technologies really need to be experienced to get a full appreciation of all they can do. Full-color, intelligent lighting certainly fits into that category, and Lutron is back at CEDIA Expo with a new version of the hybrid product display/ experience booth it debuted last year.

“Experiencing our products is so important because when there are automated shades, controls, and light fixtures in a room, it’s the combination of those technologies controlling your experience of light that makes a difference,” says Ben Bard, VP of luxury residential business at Lutron. “That’s something that is hard to get across without experiencing it, so we are absolutely back with the experience booth-style we debuted last year. We’ve refreshed it with new products, and we have a new narrative that tells a story that is timely to what’s going with today’s new lighting Innovations.”

The center section of Lutron’s booth will once again be a showcase for its new product introductions, including the new Ketra D2 and Rania D2

architectural downlights, which have been causing a stir since they were released in May.

Other innovative products on display include a recessed drapery track that leans into the current design-centric trend, along with new finishes for both Palladiom shades and keypads. Also keep your eyes peeled for Lutron’s improvements to its tape light system, as well as its new natural light optimization feature for roller shades.

Those of you with long-time Lutron customers

though he put in a great system.

“If you ask me what I want from my home theater installer, overwhelmingly I would say service and education. I want an installer who will teach every person who lives in a house with a home theater how to use the equipment. You really have to educate the homeowner so that they enjoy the system.”

will want to check out the RPM-to-QS translator for HomeWorks, which allows dealers to update legacy systems without replacing the hardware that is still working.

“RPM is a remote power module that was used as a dimming technology 10 years ago,” Bard explains. “We have been using a DIN technology for several years, but there are still many homes out there that have RPMs deployed because Lutron makes a product that lasts. A lot of the products are still working fine and people love them. From both a sustainability perspective and giving clients access to the new technologies without replacing all that old equipment, this translator allows their systems to keep working for more years—and it creates additional revenue for the integrator.”

In addition to Lutron’s booth, dealers can also visit a separate area called “The Lutron Lab,” where Lutron’s engineers are standing by to show, discuss, and explain the latest technology in a more intimate setting.

See the light (and much more) at Lutron’s booth 1912 and the Lutron Lab in meeting room 108.

During his keynote address, director Barry Sonnenfeld shared his passion for home theater and hesitation toward some emerging technologies with CEDIA attendees.

Introducing the all-new 2024

Sony BRAVIA TV lineup

Premium picture quality and full range of install options for every imaginable space.

Sony BRAVIA TVs are designed to deliver cinematic brightness, contrast, and color, giving your customer the ultimate movie theater experience at home. With a full range of panel technologies from our brightest 4K1 Mini-LED to our high contrast OLED, sizes ranging from 43" Class to 85" Class, and full support of features specified in HDMI 2.1. The BRAVIA lineup has a model to fit all of your customers requests.

For more details, visit sonypremiumhome.com

Community Town Hall Emphasizes Importance of Industry Awareness

By Grant Morgan

The CEDIA Community Town Hall Sponsored by Lutron closed out an excellent opening day of education at CEDIA Expo 2024. The keynote panel, moderated by Amanda Wildman, owner of TruMedia, took attendees on a tour into the past, present, and future of CEDIA, examining the efforts made to further the cause of the custom integrator and install industry with national and state governments, as well as revealing some of the group’s upcoming initiatives to secure the future of the industry.

Wildman was joined onstage by David Weinstein, VP of residential sales, Lutron; Daryl Friedman, global president and CEO, CEDIA; Christine DeJoy, VP of communications, CEDIA; and Paul Dolenc, VP of education, CEDIA.

Recounting the advocacy efforts of the past year, Friedman shared how CEDIA met with political leaders to address The Freedom to Invest in Tomorrow’s Workforce Act and the creation of an “integrator” classification in the SOC system. These efforts are pivotal in gaining support from leaders in Washington “ensuring that the smart home industry continues to thrive and innovate, opening doors for

aspiring professionals and elevating the status of the industry as a whole,” he explained.

The association has made significant expansions in its advocacy efforts over the past year, including engaging in its first in-person lobbying effort in Michigan and opening 2024 applications to its State Captains program, which rallies integrators from each state to act as local leaders on relevant issues impacting the industry.

With an eye to the past, the group is focused on today, announcing an upcoming consumer campaign—complete with videos and other custom assets for members. DeJoy anticipates the program will be ready in this fall, with more information to come.

Raising awareness of what services integrators and installers provide is key to the longevity of the association and the industry itself. A major concern of all integration and installation businesses is finding, training, and retaining top talent—particularly recruiting from the young future workers who may not even know there are opportunities in our industry for them.

Addressing this pressing concern, Dolenc shared some initiatives CEDIA is taking and preparing to assist young people in discovering an exciting future in our industry, including the expansion of collaboration with school counselors, using CEDIA’s Tool Kit to spark interest in youth, and the association’s ongoing behind-the-scenes work to secure government grants and funding to assist new hires with training and education.

BOOTH 3537 Blackwire Designs is releasing VideoWall Pro for Control4, a new app designed for 4-9 TV video wall setups. Both the updated MultiView Pro and VideoWall Pro drivers for Control4 are currently available.

VideoWall Pro offers an intuitive interface with image preview, compatible with Control4 T4 touch screens, tablets, and mobile navigator devices (iPad and Android). This app allows users to manage all aspects of their video wall from a single screen, eliminating the need to switch rooms to change or control sources.

The CEDIA Community Town Hall Sponsored by Lutron discussed current industry initiatives and advocacy efforts.

JUST VIDEO WALLS, BOOTH 3520 Dealers are going to help shape the new entry-level Lunar Walls brand from Just Video Walls. The company is asking dealers to help set margins, price points, and validate the brand’s go-to-market strategy. First up for the brand is the Ledge, a pre-packaged MicroLED video wall product line.

Blackwire VideoWall Pro Driver for Control4 UI Displays

With 8K, Content Is King

By Derek Wiley

Attendees at this year’s CEDIA Expo will no doubt notice the expanded presence of the 8K Association. While the association’s panel on Wednesday primarily dealt with the effect the emergence of 8K has on custom integration sector, Thursday’s panel was a discussion on the format’s content pipeline. “Understanding 8K Content and How It Influences the Viewing Experience” featured award-winning cameraman Bob Gorelick, BZBGEAR’s Eilbron Khoshabeh, and Ravi Velhal, director for global content strategy at Intel. The discussion was guided by Juan Reyes, director of operations at the 8K Association.

According to Khoshabeh, the format’s emergence has seen BZBGEAR pivot to providing transport solutions that support 8K. “Our goal is to by the end of this year have a 16x16 matrix switch that can be used in residential, commercial, broadcast, all distributing 8K content,” he said.

Velhal pointed his recent involvement with the broadcast of the 2024 Paris Olympic Games, which was broadcast in 8K to multiple countries for the first time. “We did the entire Olympics broadcast in 8K with very minimum latency,” said Velhal. “Live sports is the holy grail of 8K. Our whole job is to get the ecosystem ready so more content producers and system integrators can take this mission forward.”

Gorelick, who has worked behind the camera for smash films such as Pulp Fiction and The Dark Knight, expressed his excitement for what 8K can provide content creators. “On the end-user’s perspective, aside from all the great technical things that 8K gives us as creators, it presents content that is much more immersive to the viewer,” he explained. “We believe it leaves the viewer with a more lasting impression.”

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Beyond its panel discussions, the 8K Association is sponsoring a demonstration area located in Booth C919 on the CEDIA floor, complete with compatible televisions, projectors, processors, and other devices. The nonprofit association has also unveiled an 18-page white paper that takes a closer look at the technology, science, content, and business strategies behind the 8K viewing experience. The 8K Association will be making the paper available, free of charge, to representatives across the industry.

‘Cinema Is Coming Home’ with Sony at CEDIA

BOOTH 2502 Jeff Goldstein, head of sales for Sony’s CI channel, provides insights into the company’s “Cinema is Coming Home” theme.

What are Sony’s priorities and goals for CEDIA Expo?

Jeff Goldstein: Our focus this year is to demonstrate how Sony’s involvement in every stage of the content creation process connects to our “Cinema Is Coming Home” theme. Sony makes the tools that enable content creators to deliver their vision of how music, movies, television programming, and sports can be delivered faithfully into your home. We are highlighting this with incredible demonstrations in our booth at CEDIA this year.

What products can dealers experience at the Sony booth?

JG: A full array of Sony consumer and professional products that lend themselves to the custom install

and resimercial integration market are here. We have two theaters in the booth highlighting different large-screen video technologies, and our “ES Experience” room is in the lobby of the convention center, demonstrating the incredible audio quality of our ES line of receivers.

In terms of trends, which Sony products are most in demand from integrators?

JG: Generally speaking, there is demand for all of our home entertainment and professional products in the CI market. The standouts right now are our new BRAVIA 9 series of MiniLED TVs that represent a significant step forward in backlight technology, as well as strong demand for our market-leading front projector products.

What will dealers who are interested starting to sell and install Sony products learn at the CEDIA exhibit?

JG: Dealers visiting the Sony booth this year

will learn what’s behind our “Cinema is Coming Home” theme in the booth. We explain how Sony makes the tools that enable content creators to express their artistic vision, and how Sony’s consumer products deliver that vision faithfully into consumers’ homes with the high-performance home entertainment products we make.

Both at CES and at an integrator event at Sony Pictures Studios, Sony has been focused on the path from content creator to the home entertainment system. How will that be portrayed at CEDIA Expo?

JG: The booth is the embodiment of that concept. We will display the key products that are used in capturing and creating content, and visitors can take a “tour” of how our technology brings all the excitement and passion into all the products we make that support high-performance home entertainment.

To see Sony’s latest gear, visit www.sony.com

From left: Intel’s Ravi Velhal with 8K Association’s Juan Reyes, Eilbron Khoshabeh, and Bob Gorelick

Arlington Spotlights Floor Box Kits

BOOTH 1520 Designed for existing floors, Arlington’s FLBR5420 series Recessed Floor Box Kits have a nonmetallic box with two low voltage openings, an ultrathin stamped steel flange, and flush-to-the-floor covers, offered in three plated and three powder-coated finishes.

The thin flange and recessed wiring device reduce trip hazards caused by plugs protruding from the box. And you can have power and low voltage in the same box without a divider.

For new and existing floors, Arlington’s Steel Floor Box kits come with a two-gang steel box and a choice of a round or square gasketed metal cover, with one low voltage device and one 110v receptacle.

D-TOOLS, BOOTH 2724 The newly released D-Tools System Integrator (SI) V21 is the latest update to the company’s comprehensive business management software solution. The new innovations in D-Tools’ award-winning System Integrator V21 include Dark Mode, Bulk Data Management, Quantity-based Quoting, Submittals and more. Powered by the D-Tools Product Library, which provides detailed specifications on over a million products, and includes dealerspecific pricing for hundreds of brands, SI V21 helps manage all aspects of an integrator’s business, including sales, comprehensive system design, project documentation, procurement, and installation and service management.

Arlington’s FLBR5420 series Recessed Floor Box Kit

Watching TV has never sounded so good. With superior clarity, range, and dispersion the latest SPL models, featuring the NEW James Quadratech tweeter design, can be configured to elevate any display experience. Check out the SPL QT Soundbars at booth #3501.

ICE CABLE SYSTEMS, BOOTH 1333 At CEDIA Expo 2024, ICE Cable Systems is introducing its new Obsidian line. A step-up from its Slim line, these new highperformance patch cables offer dealers an optimized installation experience, exceptional performance and unparalleled value. Obsidian cables feature premium materials including an anodized connector, braided jacket and full-spec conductors with oxygenfree copper. Reduced-size connectors are optimized to maximize ease of installation, providing extra room around the connector in high-density environments. Obsidian cables are available in CAT-6, CAT-6A and CAT-8 and pre-terminated lengths from 0.5 feet to 20 feet. Multiple colors are also available.

AUTHENTIC DALI SOUND – OUTDOORS

The signature DALI sound is now available beyond indoor applications. The new PHANTOM E-WR series of weather resistant speakers, as well as the new GARDIAN OW 6, take DALI Hi-Fi outdoors.

Experience the debut of the new DALI speakers in

SONANCE, BOOTH 3501 Sonance is unveiling new models in the Sonance Visual Experience Series. New models include VX46R SST, VX62R SST VX66R SST, VX86R SST, and VX66 SST. Each SST model is designed to deliver superior sound performance for smaller spaces where stereo channel spacing is limited. Just as the other models in the series released earlier this year, new VX SST models seamlessly integrate into any space. Additionally, the series adds new LCR models offering front channel support for TV audio and surround sound applications.

DALI PHANTO

Cube reshapes outdoor sound experiences from the bottom up.

Cube provides audiophile bass from a classic, compact shape that blends into your landscape and provides years of outstanding performance in even the most challenging environments. Each elegant 17-inch enclosure houses a powerful 10-inch bass driver with 350-watt power handling capability and can be placed anywhere on your property, to provide a flexible bass system without the need to upset your landscape scenery. Cube is offered with your choice of two beautiful stone tops — Travertine or Granite — and gives you the opportunity to fabricate a top of your own material, to further your landscape design.

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Crestron Emphasizes Home OS Advances

BOOTH 1901 The updated Crestron Home OS continues to bring new ways to unify digital lighting protocols in a single configuration platform. Crestron recognizes the importance of offering choice and flexibility in lighting solutions. Native integration with Lutron Ketra comes to the Crestron Home OS, expanding the already vast range of lighting options available within the Crestron Home ecosystem. This demonstrates Crestron’s commitment to providing an open and flexible platform, allowing customers to choose the lighting solutions that best suit their needs while maintaining the industry’s leading control platform. The OS update also introduces is the ability to adjust the raise and lower fade rates. This feature allows dealers to fine-tune a lighting control system’s behavior, ensuring smooth and customized transitions.

For the integration of shades and accommodating larger systems with multiple gateways, Crestron Home OS significantly enhances scalability with expanded multi-processor support, empowering dealers to deliver even more comprehensive and robust smart home solutions.

Draper Unveils StyleLine Fixed Screen

BOOTH 3907 Draper’s new StyleLine Fixed Screen offers the performance of multiple screen types in a single flexible screen model that comes packed with features and is easy to order.

The StyleLine Fixed Screen is available up to 15 feet wide with two bezel trim options—5/8-inch or 3-3/16-inch—and in an edgeless version. The aluminum frame features a back channel for attaching LED backlighting, and both bezels are covered with Veltex, a black, velvety textile that eliminates light reflections from projector over scan.

The StyleLine is light and installer-friendly thanks to a quick-connect subframe, hook and loop fabric attachment, and screw-on decorative frame. It also offers up to 1-3/8 inches of horizontal and vertical surface tension adjustability.

The StyleLine is available with a variety of viewing surfaces, including the complete refreshed line of 8K-ready TecVision premium viewing surfaces.

Draper’s StyleLine Fixed Screen

Native Power over Ethernet: Directly powered by any compatible PoE switch.

Strong Lifting Capacity: Automate your largest shades up to 13x13 ft.

Save Time and Cost: No line voltage wire, no conduit, no electricians.

Simple Integration: Choose your favorite third-party control system. No gateway required.

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Coastal Source Spotlights Pathfinder Loudspeaker

BOOTH 3533 Coastal Source’s Pathfinder, a patented multi-directional loudspeaker, enhances the outdoor experience by providing durable high-performance sound in a unique, discrete design. The loudspeaker provides an option for all traditionally bypassed outdoor areas, such as pathways, side gardens, and gazebos. Outdoor audio has historically been focused on a home’s primary entertainment areas, meaning that once the listener walks away, audio drops. Pathfinder solves this problem with a patented, discrete speaker that provides high-quality, omni-directional sound to areas of a property where music would normally be missed.

A patented highly flexible design is totally installer-centric and enables mounting in softscapes, hardscapes, and ceilings. Utilizing Coastal Source’s patented Plug+Play CMC cable system installers can quickly and easily twist, connect and lock the cable to the Pathfinder speaker in record time (no tools, soldering, or chance of a bad connection).

New Heavy-Duty PoE, Zigbee Motors at Somfy

BOOTH 1732 Somfy leverages the advantages of PoE (Power over Ethernet) technology by introducing a new PoE-enabled shading motor. The Sonesse 40 PoE motor, which follows last year’s Sonesse 30 PoE release, supports large shading applications requiring high-power nominal torque of 2, 4, or 6Nm. Despite being one of the strongest, most robust shading motors on the market, the ULlisted Sonesse 40 PoE is remarkably quiet and compact, moving the shading fabric smoothly and fitting inside smaller diameter tubes.

Available in three sizes, the Sonesse 40 PoE is ideal for larger window applications. Like all Somfy motors, the Sonesse 40 PoE integrates seamlessly with leading third-party control systems utilizing the Somfy Synergy API.

In addition to its PoE offerings, Somfy also is exhibiting a new heavy-duty Sonesse 40 Zigbee motor, plus RS-485 and Zigbee wired and wireless options. Somfy also showcases itsTaHoma switch, which is now compatible with control systems from CEDIA Expo 2024 exhibitors Control4, Crestron, Clare One, Elan, Josh.ai, RTI, URC and Savant.

DP Offers Sneak Peek at E-Vision 9000i

BOOTH 2108 Slated for launch later this year, Digital Projection’s forthcoming E-Vision 10000i RGB combines red, green and blue lasers on a single chip projector. This impressive technological advancement lends greater performance, smaller footprint, and easier setup than conventional projectors that use three individual red, green and blue lasers. This advanced single chip 4K design eliminates the artifacts and color separation commonly associated with projectors utilizing a conventional RGB color wheel, while achieving 4K+ resolution, 10,000 lumens, HDR without brightness decay, REC 2020 color space, and a contrast ratio between 2,400:1 and 3000:1.

Enabling many of these cutting-edge performance features is projector’s utilization of Texas Instruments’ new 0.8-inch HEP (high-efficiency pixel) DMD (digital micromirror device) chip combined with the Nexus electronics platform.

Coastal Source’s Pathfinder multi-directional loudspeaker enhances the outdoor experience

Somfy’s Sonesse 40 PoE motor

Introducing

Artafex isn’t just a new DMF product line; it’s a philosophy. In ancient Latin, it meant “artisan,” a master of their craft, someone who poured their heart and soul into every creation. It’s a commitment to quality and a celebration of the enduring value of craftsmanship.

Artafex is designed to meet the demands of modern custom integrators and elevate their projects to a new level of elegance and style. It is exclusively available to integrators.

Experience Artafex at CEDIA Expo

September 5-7, Booth C911

True Spectrum™

Artafex modules feature True SpectrumTM technology to provide industry-leading color rendering and richness.

Simplified Flangeless Housings

Dedicated flangeless housings can be installed using conventional drywall taping techniques to achieve a Level 5 finish.

Premium Trim Selections

Stunning trims machined from solid blocks of brass provide elegance, durability, and a low-glare finish.

JBL Synthesis Unveils SMA Power Amp Series

BOOTH 2512 Visitors to Harman Luxury Audio’s booth (2512) will experience a preview of the new SMA-4750 and SMA-8300 amplifiers from the forthcoming SMA Series of multichannel power amplifiers.

Designed to elevate home audio experiences, the SMA Series amplifiers are state-of-theart Class D multichannel DSP amplifiers that cater to both high-power and high-channel count systems.

Josh.ai Ships Josh Touchscreen

BOOTH 2928 Josh.ai’s hardware and software lineup at CEDIA Expo 2024 is redefining what it means to be a control system in the era of AI. At this year’s event, Josh.ai is showcasing the Josh Touchscreen experience that is now shipping to customers.

Josh Touchscreen provides dealers with a room-specific control interface and whole-home accessibility that simplifies installations while boosting value for their business. As with all Josh.ai products, Josh Touchscreen is exclusively available through authorized dealers, provides generous resale margin, and may be added a la carte to every room of the home. By integrating a wall-mountable graphical interface into its hardware lineup, Josh.ai is providing clients with the best of traditional control along with industry-leading innovation and AI capabilities.

With advanced features like bridgeable channels, full input and output Hi-Resolution DSP suite, and Dante/AES67 digital audio networking, these amplifiers are ideal for powering large LCR, surround, and height channel loudspeakers, as well as subwoofers in JBL Synthesis immersive audio systems.

The SMA-4750 is a versatile 4-channel amplifier delivering 750W per channel at 8 ohms, with the capability to bridge adjacent channels to provide up to 2,500W at 8 ohms. This model is ideal for powering large loudspeakers and subwoofers.

The SMA-8300 is an 8-channel amplifier offering 300W per channel at 8 ohms, with bridging options that allow up to 1,200W per channel at 8 ohms. Supporting a wide range of speaker configurations, the SMA-8300 is designed for more expansive systems.

AVPro Edge Unveils New HDMI

Multiviewer

BOOTH 3223 AVPro Edge is introducing the AC-MV41 four input HDMI multiviewer, providing integrators with the ultimate tiling solution for delivering as many as four separate HDMI 2.0 video sources simultaneously on any size monitor, television, or projector.

The AC-MV-41 offers customized tile configurations with recallable presets, such as a primary picture with a “keep tabs” box in the corner, a quad-view with four equally sized windows, or custom layouts featuring window tiling arrays limited only by the user’s imagination.

The AVPro Edge AC-MV-41 can be used as a standalone solution or as part of a smart ecosystem, with input switching controlled by most popular third-party control platforms. Each input on the AC-MV-41 features an HDMI loop-out to provide creative expansion capabilities with additional units or to pass source signals through for broader distribution, through a solution such as an AVPro Edge MXnet ecosystem.

Josh Touchscreen

JBL Synthesis’ SMA-4750 amplifier

Don’t Get Left Behind the Eight Ball!

In the rush to support every new business in the CI channel, you may be missing out on the biggest opportunity of all—the growing number of entertainment enthusiasts who are seeking a more immersive and impactful viewing experience.

In this regard, 8K technology is rapidly advancing and has become essential for those who create, distribute, and display the finest video content. Your ability to explain and demonstrate 8K’s advantages is what makes AV specialists so “special” and gives 8K the potential to drive the industry—now and in the future.

To learn more about the latest cutting-edge 8K products, visit booth #C919 at CEDIA Expo. You’ll also receive our latest white paper 8K: Seeing the Bigger Picture.

PROJEX360, BOOTH 728 ProjX360 V3 has a complete back-end overhaul that brings the software abreast of the latest technology in software design. It also paves the way for planned feature updates, such as robust new Proposal features with dramatically improved user experiences to be rolled out over the next several months. V3 migrates ProjX360 to the latest L.A.M.P. technology stack popular in today’s web platforms, which is known for its ability to process complex data in real time. It’s a bundle of four different software technologies-Linux operating system, Apache web server, MySQL database server, and the PHP programming language. The technology is not only more efficient, it’s more stable, secure, and flexible.

THE L OOP

Flexible, non-metallic, The LOOP™ holds a 2" to 5" diameter bundle of CAT 5 or fiber optic cable without sagging, bending or damaging the cable!

The 2.5" TL25 holds the same amount of cable as a J-hook at 1/2 the COST!

Samsung Expands Terrace Outdoor TV Line

BOOTH 3012 Samsung expanded its line of Terrace Full and Partial Sun outdoor TVs for 2024, featuring an upgraded Neo QLED 4K display and an AI-powered processor that upscales any content, even your older SD/HD content, into brilliant 4K resolution. It’s Anti-Reflection with Wide Viewing Angle limits glare and distractions, while the Mini LEDs boost brightness to combat ambient sunlight. The 55- to 85-inch class TVs and included SolarCell Remote are all IP56 rated for water and dust resistance. Plus, the remote can be conveniently charged via the built-in solar panel whether you’re indoors or outdoors, eliminating the need for disposable batteries.

A rarity in the world of outdoor TVs, The Terrace offers a full Smart TV experience, powered by Tizen. The Terrace lineup also now supports Samsung Gaming Hub, giving gamers fast and easy access to over 3,000 games from partners like Xbox—no console, downloads or PC required.

WALL-SMART, BOOTH 4105 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 aesthetic integrity of the home interior.

When it comes to great high dynamic range performance, here’s how to deliver an amazing experience on Apple TV+.

HDR10+ offers a compelling combination of benefits, including outstanding brightness and contrast; robust standardization; easy implementation; global certification; no licensing fees; and seamless compatibility with HDR10. All of which is why Apple TV 4K (3rd generation) uses HDR10+ to achieve the best picture quality for Apple Originals on Apple TV+, including the epic series Monarch: Legacy of Monsters. For more information, go to hdr10plus.org

Origin Unveils Blends Invisible Speaker Series

BOOTH 2133 Origin Acoustics is launching its new Boundaryless Listening Experience with Natural Depth Sound, Blends invisible speakers and subwoofer, at CEDIA 2024. Blends invisible is a unique sound solution in installations where the integrity of the room aesthetic cannot be compromised.

Three speaker models are available to install in walls or ceilings: an eight-inch 3-way speaker, an eight-inch 2-way speaker, a six-inch 2-way speaker with larger tapered edge panels that install direct-to-stud ready for prefilling, taping and filling. The speakers share the same back box, making pre-wire and upgrades a breeze. A directto-stud in-wall slot-ported subwoofer complements the speakers by delivering powerful bass that seamlessly blends into the interior design of any home with concealed ports that allow truly discrete installations.

According to the company, the Blends invisible speaker line is the first-ever to feature a 60-minute UL fire-rated product in 8ohm for demanding commercial and residential installs, as well as perfectly sized magnetic shims that attach to standard rear enclosures.

Torus Power Iso Transformers in High-End AV Demos

ROOM 207, SR 9 Large, high-end home theater installations and high-performance audio systems draw incredible amounts of electrical power. When that power is unstable, image and audio quality can suffer, leaving systems integrators frustrated and the customers dissatisfied. To prevent these inherent electrical-related issues from degrading AV performance, at CEDIA Expo 2024 Torus Power is joining Quantum Media Systems in Room 207 and Indy Audio Labs in Sound Room 9 to demonstrate the performance benefits of integrated toroidal isolation transformers.

Torus Power utilizes two RM-100 BAL units in Quantum Media Systems’ demo of a 20-foot 4K Digital Cinema-compliant video wall. To ensure top-notch performance of high-end audio in home theater and two-channel applications, Indy Audio Labs leans on Torus Powers’ AVR2 Elite 90 BAL unit.

These solutions deliver clean, isolated power to the video wall and audio system, along with surge and lightning protection, and massive toroidal isolation to prevent voltage irregularities and distortion from degrading the performance and lifespan of the AV equipment.

Platinum Tools Offers Custom Engraving Options

BOOTH 1028 Platinum Tools is featuring its new custom engraving options to personalize products and projects for its customers during CEDIA Expo 2024.

Custom engraving is available for most metal and plastic products, including the popular TheNID, SlimFIT, and HyperDrop lines.

“Our customers can now customize their next installation with personalized laser-engraving,” says Charles Hoskins, VP of Product Development. “We offer engraving for most cable management and connectivity products, including enclosures, plates, and panels. This is an ideal option for those that want to have a company, municipality, or even individual name and/or logo permanently engraved on any number of products for security, in-the-field branding, and customer retention.”

Torus Power’s AVR2 Series Elite 90 BAL unit

Origin Acoustics’ Blends invisible speakers and subwoofer

Bond Features New Breeze Pro Smart Sensor

Bond is introducing Breeze Pro, an ultrasonic wind/rain/sunlight smart sensor that brings a unique new way of programming weather triggers for multiple motorized screens, pergola louvers, and shutters.

Based on user-defined thresholds, triggers can be set around: Convenience (i.e. automation replacing manual operations); Comfort (avoiding outdoor space getting wet; and Peace of mind (moving screens and louvers into manufacturer-recommended position in the event of windy conditions)

Breeze Pro works in conjunction with Bond’s RF-to-Wi-Fi Bond Bridge Pro, communicating with the Bridge via RF. The sensor sends real-time weather data, signal strength, and battery status to the Bond Home App. Installation is wire-free with easy setup right within the App. The sensor is powered by builtin solar and supercapacitor, with two back-up AA batteries. It can also be powered by a 12VDC connection, which is required in climates experiencing freezing weather.

Planar Unveils

DirectLight Pro LED Platform

BOOTH 1601 Planar is launching the Planar DirectLight Pro Series, a ground-up designed LED video wall platform. The new solution leverages key advantages of Planar’s highest-selling LED platforms, while raising the bar on versatility and lifetime value.

The cutting-edge LED platform uses a highbandwidth video transport and delivers high brightness, outstanding image performance and a range of popular pixel pitches down to sub-1 millimeter.

The Planar DirectLight Pro Series is offered in popular Planar Complete display configurations, including 109-inch, 137-inch,164-inch, 198-inch and 219-inch. The product is also designed to be deployed efficiently in custom video wall dimensions and resolutions through the use of two cabinet sizes and a 5G video architecture.

New

QB1000 4K 3LCD Laser Projector at Epson

BOOTH 3107 Designed with premium home and screening room theater experiences in mind, the Epson QB1000 4K 3LCD Laser Projector with HDR10+ sets a new benchmark for theater picture quality, displaying content the way the director intended. With advanced 4K display technology, the QB1000 delivers an exceptionally sharp 4K UHD picture with an impressive 3,300 lumens of color and white brightness for an exceptional picture in virtually any theater environment, even in rooms with some ambient light. Its unique 3LCD technology allows for outstanding color gamut while maintaining brightness without any rainbowing or color brightness artifacts seen with other projection technologies and features impressive HDR10+ content for exceptional visual performance.

In addition to enjoying movies and TV shows, the QB1000 supports gaming content at up to 4K at 120 frames per second, along with input lag times below 20 ms and Auto Low Latency Mode (ALLM) for smooth and responsive gaming.

RESIMERCIAL SOLUTIONS

FOR THE SPACES WHERE PEOPLE LIVE, WORK, AND PLAY

When custom integrators bring their skills to the light commercial space, Legrand | AV is there to help with infrastructure, mounting, storage, networking, and power solutions that make small businesses run smoothly – for both your client and the end consumer. Visit us in booth #1506 to explore industry-leading solutions for your resimercial projects.

Visit us in booth #1506 to explore our products and solutions!

SI Brings KAOS to Outdoor Screens Market

BOOTH 1928 Screen Innovations (SI) is unveiling KAOS (Kick Ass Outdoor Shades), built for highwind, and is Miami-Dade Hurricane Certified for use in high-velocity hurricane zones.

KAOS is designed with multiple structures to give it strength and durability. Its patent-pending V-Screen Retention System holds the shade structure firmly like no other and is easy to install and service.

Like SI’s popular Zen, these shades are designed for architects and designers alike for an unmatched modern and sleek appearance. Popular Hurricane Approved Kevlar fabric options are available along with high-wind fabrics. Choose from a box, roll or pocket cassette enclosure, available in multiple colors to match each environment and décor. KAOS is compatible with the SI ecosystem, and is a natural extension for any shade project.

A Lunar Landing at Just Video Walls

BOOTH 3520 Just Video Walls is launching its new brand, Lunar Walls, set to propel direct-view video

walls into more and more customer homes and businesses. But to do so, JVW wants to hear from its dealers first. In an unprecedented move, dealers will help the company set margins, price points, and validate the go-to-market strategy for the brand. This includes the “Ledge,” a pre-packaged MicroLED monitor in standard sizes up to an impressive 163 inches.

The Lunar product line is ideal for entry level customers looking to start simple on their first video wall experience. They require no external processor and need only a single power circuit.

However, they are still packed with the features that modern consumers look for such as HDR, 4K resolution, and a Bluetooth remote.

Snap One OvrC Marks 10th Anniversary

BOOTH 1512 OvrC is celebrating its 10-year anniversary at CEDIA this year.

Snap One’s cloud-based platform provides single-portal access to all customer accounts, and a suite of streamlined processes and cloud-based tools for configuration, deployment, diagnostics and troubleshooting, whether for a single device or a complex system. Advanced Remote Access provides technicians with a secure connection that provides device access and control functionality as if they were locally connected. These powerful functions, accessible from anywhere, can greatly reduce service calls and on-site visits, saving time, money and frustration for both the integrator and the end-user.

In addition to expanding the capabilities of OvrC, Snap One has also been improving the existing tools. OvrC’s full potential is best demonstrated by the fast and efficient deployment process to setup and configure MoIP video distribution systems, the Luma X20 IP cameras and NVRs, and the Luma Bridge.

Screen Innovations’ KAOS outdoor shade

EXHIBITOR LISTINGS

Exhibitor Booth Number

2N, An Axis company 1918

Access Networks 1512

Acoustic Innovations 1924

AcousticSmart, Inc. 4220

Adako 1649

ADI Global Distribution 2533

Airzone 1138

AiSPIRE/WAC 4112

AJProTech 2957

AKUVOX (XIAMEN) NETWORKS CO., LTD. 1536

Alchimia 3119

Alfred International Inc 1448

Allegra Boulder 1249

American Bright/Snappy. 3755

Amp Genie 1653

Amped America Audio Manufacturer 1243

Amplifier Technologies Inc. 2652

Analog Devices 1148

AnthemAV 743

Applied Sensor Co. 949

Aqa Technologies 1049

Arlington Industries, Inc. 1520

ASHB 1937

AudioQuest / GoldenEar 1908

Autonomic Controls Inc. 4124

AVA, Inc. 3912

AVgator Inc 850

AVPro 3223

AWOL Vision 4135

AxEnd, Inc. 3351

Bad Dog Tools 1143

Barco Residential 1328

Basalte 2933

Benner-Nawman, Inc. 1453

BES Products 928

Bitel Co., Ltd. 3358

Black Nova Italia Srl 1921

Blackwire Designs 3537

BleedIO 1050

Blindspace for Window Modes 3750

Bluesound 3517

Bluesound Professional 3517

Bluetti power Inc 3350

BluOS

Bond

Bradley

Brilliance

Broan-NuTone

Chowmain Software & Apps 2953

CinemaTech, Inc 1939

Coastal Source 3533 Comcast 1253

ConsorcioTec-Latin Press 4221

Construction Monitor 4107

Crestron Electronics, Inc. 1901

Crimson AV 1738

Cutco Gifting 2920

D&H Distributing Company 2946

DALI Loudspeakers 3517

DataComm Electronics Inc 1720

Displine GmbH 3057

Dseelab Digital Technology Co., Ltd. 3352

D-Tools, Inc. 2724

Dynamat

Dynaudio

EXHIBITOR LISTINGS

LifeTime Lighting System 3459

Light and Green 3850

Light and Shade Solutions 3255

Lightheaded Lighting 3746

Lighthouse Design Studio 3557

Lighting BOSS 3946

LILIN Americas 2949

Liteline Corporation 732

Lithe Audio 1350

LiveWall, inc. 1651

Lotus Led Lights 3652

Lucetta CI 3943

Lucifer Lighting Company 1636

Lumagen, Inc. 4409

Lumien Lighting 3752

Luminii 3947

Lutron Electronics Co., Inc. 1912

Lutron Electronics Meeting Space 935

madVR Labs 2938

Magna Audio 535

Magnetar Technology Shenzhen Co, Ltd. 1550

MartinLogan Ltd. 743

Masimo Consumer 2509

Meiloon USA Corporation 2948

MirageVision Outdoor TV 543

Modern Atomics 3520

Monitor Audio 1343

Moovia 4409

MP Global Products 1349

MQA Ltd. 3517

mui Lab, Inc. 951

My House in Tbilisi LLC 3353

NAD Electronics of America 3517

NETGEAR 939

NEXhome Smart Tech 1650

Nice 2528

Nippon America 3155

One Firefly LLC 3030

OneVision Resources 2943

Optique Lighting 750

Origin Acoustics 2133

OSD Audio/OSD Black 2247

Paradigm Electronics Inc. 743

Perlisten Audio 2938

Planar 1601

Platinum Tools/TechLogix 1028

Playback Distribution 4120

Powerhouse Alliance 3228

PowerShades 1539

Prado America 950

Pro

Procella

Proluxe by American Lighting 3237

PSB Speakers of America 3517

Pulse-Eight 4115

PureEdge Lighting 3852

Quantum Media Systems 4121

R_volution 1144

Rack-A-Tiers Manufacturing 2147

REDI ACOUSTICS 1450

Rev.io 1451

REVOX 1248

Richard Gray’s Power Company, LLC 3243

RING

Rize

Ellipsys

Embr

ErgoAV

EverLights

HD Distributing

HK

IC

IFP Connect

IMCCA

Innovo

Innovox

Jellyfish

Kanto Mounts

K-array

Laundry

Nationwide Marketing Group

Oelo Lighting Solutions LLC

Officehubtech.com

Protective Enclosures Company

Prysm Systems

Rite-Tech Industrial Co., Ltd.

Rocware Corporation

Skybox Sports Network Inc. dba Rise

SoundTube Entertainment

Techology/RouterBox

Televic N.V.

TP-LINK USA Corporation

TUYA GLOBAL INC.

Wellness Consultants

HPAS & MEETING ROOMS

Inc.

Epson America, Inc.

Epson America, Inc.

Epson America, Inc.

SOUND ROOMS

»HOT PRODUCTS

AIRZONE

Webserver HUB

1138

Airzone’s Webserver HUB is an HVAC zoning application integration solution capable of reducing system energy consumption by up to 60 percent. It manages up to 32 Inverter HVAC units with independent temperature zones and integrates seamlessly with leading home automation platforms.

AMBISONIC SYSTEMS BY ORIGIN ACOUSTICS

Marquee Home Theater

BOND HOME

Breeze Pro

4109

Breeze Pro is an ultrasonic wind/rain/sunlight sensor that triggers outdoor screens, pergola louvers, and shutters, and provides real-time weather data, signal strength, and battery status to the Bond App, communicating via Wi-Fi. Power options: built-in solar with two back-up AA batteries or 12VDC. Instal lation is wire-free.

2133

Ambisonic Systems by Origin Acoustics’ first dedicated High-Performance Planar Ribbon home theater system, the Ambisonic Marquee Home Theater collection is comprised of the bi-amped AM5600 L/C/R front speakers, AM3600 surround speakers, AM2600IC inceiling speakers, AM2600IC angled in-ceiling speakers, AM3600A angled surround speakers and AMB5600 10-inch in-wall subwoofer.

ARLINGTON 1520

LV1S Steel Mounting Bracket

With its unique X-shaped bracket design, the LV1S plated steel cut-in mounting bracket provides excellent stability and secure installation of low voltage devices and cable without an electrical box. Easy to install with just a drywall saw and screwdriver, it offers secure four-corner support on existing 1/4-inch to 1-1/4-inch walls.

AVPRO EDGE

10 Gig PoE Switch

3223

The AC-MXNET-10G-SW24C, a 24-port 10 Gig hybrid PoE++/ PoE+ switch for AV professionals provides category-defining performance, features, and world-class reliability. This 24-port 10 Gig switch seamlessly supports wide-ranging Audio Video-over-IP (AVoIP) applications, including AVPro Edge MXnet, AES67, Dante, SDVoE, and more.

BLACKWIRE DESIGNS

Blacklight Design Tool

3537

Blackwire’s Blacklight Design Tool makes engineering a linear lighting entire system as easy as drawing a line. Blacklight creates a comprehensive design schematic that includes all relevant product information, specifications, and pricing into a single purchase order (reducing overall project cost by eliminating confusion and wasted labor), seamlessly taking projects from design to installation.

COASTAL SOURCE

CUBE Subwoofer

The Coastal Source CUBE subwoofer empowers installers to create a new and unique three-dimensional listening experience for their customers. The 350-watt subwoofer was designed to deliver audiophile quality bass from a compact 17-inch cubic shape that blends into a landscape and provides outstanding performance in even the most challenging environments.

CRESTRON

Glass Horizon Keypads

3533

Crestron’s new Glass Horizon keypads blend sleek aesthetics with unparalleled functionality. With a smooth, glass finish and minimalistic design, the Glass Horizon keypads not only enhance the visual appeal of any space but also offer seamless integration with Crestron’s advanced control systems.

D-TOOLS

D-Tools Payments

D-Tools Payments is a secure, fully embedded solution designed to streamline payment processing directly within the D-Tools Cloud environment. It features an intuitive and expedient onboarding and underwriting process, transparent transaction fees, and faster time-to-cash for ACH payments. Embedded financial reporting makes it easy to reconcile payment transactions and cash deposits.

DIGITAL PROJECTION

Radiance Home

1901

2724

2108

Digital Projection’s introduction of Radiance Home breaks barriers by offering systems integrators a large-scale LED video wall purpose-built for high-end home theaters. The Radiance Home incorporates cutting-edge design and technology to streamline deployment, support common residential applications, and meet the imaging demands of discerning residential clientele.

Arlington’s Low Voltage Mounting Brackets are for fast and easy cut-in installation and mounting of Class 2 communications, computer and cable TV wiring and connections.

METAL low voltage mounting brackets for EXISTING or RETROFIT construction...

Our LV1M COMMERCIAL GRADE heavy duty ZINC mounting bracket, offers...

• Extra rigidity and stability where performance and visibility are important or critical

• Threaded holes for easy, fast device installation

• Adjustable bracket for 1/4” to 1” wall board thicknesses

The LV1S PLATED STEEL mounting bracket, with its unique X-shaped bracket design, provides excellent stability and secure installation of low voltage devices in 1/4" to 1-1/4" walls - without an electrical box.

»HOT PRODUCTS

DRAPER 3907

StyleLine Fixed Screen

The StyleLine Fixed Screen is available up to 15 feet wide with two bezel trim options—5/8-inch or 3-3/16-inch—and in an edgeless version. The aluminum frame features a back channel for attaching LED backlighting, and both bezels are covered with Veltex, a black, velvety textile that eliminates light reflections from projector over scan.

EPSON 3107

QL3000 4K 3LCD Projector

The QL3000 4K HDR High-Lumen projector is developed specifically for creating immersive big screen entertainment experiences with an impressive level of picture brightness, color and detail, producing a 4K HDR picture up to 300 inches. Its color brightness of up to 6,000 lumens and up to 6,000 lumens of white brightness is ideal for today’s active multipurpose and dedicated entertainment spaces.

EPV SCREENS 3307

Sonic Star AT Max

The Sonic Star AT Max is EPV’s latest electric tab-tension projector screen, featuring both Ambient Light Rejecting technology and acoustically transparent properties. The Sonic Star AT material allows for speaker placement behind the screen while rejecting ceiling/ambient light to provide high-contrast images, making it ideal for bright or dark rooms.

HUNTER DOUGLAS 3543

Solar Charger Kit

Ideal for users with multiple rechargeable shades, second homes or hard-to-reach installations, the Solar Charger Kit optimizes the performance, reliability and convenience of Hunter Douglas PowerView Shades with high-efficiency charging even in lowlight conditions. The versatile solar charger design is differentiated by its superior lowlight harvesting capabilities.

JBL SYNTHESIS 2512

SMA Series Amplifiers

The JBL Synthesis SMA-4750 and SMA-8300 state-ofthe-art Class D multichannel DSP amplifiers support high-power and high-channel count systems. With features like bridgeable channels, Hi-Resolution DSP suite, and DANTE/AES67 digital audio networking, they excel in powering large LCR, surround, and height channel speakers, plus subwoofers.

JOSH.AI

Josh Touchscreen

2928

Josh Touchscreen is highlighted by a new roomlevel view specially designed for simplicity and convenience. Users can also access all of their home’s connected devices, scenes, and custom dashboards.

Naturally, contextual voice control and intelligent assistance with JoshGPT is also available through a tap-to-talk voice button built into the hardware.

LUXUL

Dual-Band Indoor Access Point

1560

Luxul’s Dual-Band Indoor Access Point (AP-3064) provides 802.11ax Wi-Fi 6 network capabilities, ideal for networks requiring greater device traffic capacity, higher data transfer speeds, and broader coverage with lower latency. The Luxul AP-3064 pairs an upgraded wireless protocol, Wi-Fi 6, with Luxul’s best-in-class CAP along with the simple user-interface design Luxul products are known for.

MONITOR AUDIO

Creator Series

A new range of custom models features advanced acoustic technologies and smart installer features in a simple, innovative tiered approach to range classification. Nineteen models (14 in-ceiling and five in-wall) are arranged in three clearly defined tiers, each offering enhanced performance levels and functionality over the preceding tier.

ORIGIN ACOUSTICS

Origin PRO Amplifiers with Dante Integration

1343

2133

Origin PRO’s all-new Dante amplifiers revolutionize audio performance with unparalleled versatility, are now shipping in 125-, 250-, 1000- and 1200-watt configurations with 2-, 4- and 8-channel options. These amplifiers offer effortless setup and unparalleled reliability. fiveyear Warranty.

PLANAR

Luminate Ultra W Series

Planar Luminate Ultra W Series pairs the latest advancements in LED technology with a 16:9 wide aspect ratio, allowing users to create standard resolution in fine pitch outdoor LED and redefine close-up outdoor viewing of media-rich content. The new solution features models in 1.3, 1.6 and 2.0 millimeter pixel pitches.

SAMSUNG

The Frame by Samsung

1601

3012

Already a best-selling Lifestyle screen, The Frame by Samsung beautifully blends technology and home design by transforming from a stunning 4K TV when on, to an art piece when off. This favorite among CIs and end-users was further enhanced in 2024 to provide a more visually aesthetic experience.

»HOT PRODUCTS

SKYWORTH

Canvas Art TV

C1115

THEORY AUDIO DESIGN

1943

Ideal for homes and resimercial environments, the new elegantly styled Canvas Art TV is a multi-function display that serves as a premium-quality QLED 4K television and an aesthetically designed digital showcase for artwork and photos. It seamlessly merges art with advanced technologies and transforms media viewing into an expressive, emotionally charged art experience.

SNAP ONE 1512

Episode Surroundscape

Episode Surroundscape landscape speakers are designed with an emphasis on design, durability, and reliability. Equipped to withstand adverse weather conditions that cause water intrusion and UV fading, this product line seamlessly blends in with the outdoor environment, without sacrificing performance.

SOMFY

Sonesse 40 PoE Motor

1732

Next Gen DLC Loudspeaker Controllers Theory’s next generation of DLC loudspeaker controllers include three models with a cohesive new industrial design: the DLC-250.4d (half rack, 4-channel) and DLC-1500.4d (2U, four-channel) include Dante and AES67 compatibility, and the all new DLC-250.8 1U eight-channel amplifier.

URC 2118

TRC-1120 Handheld UI

This premium, handheld remote offers sleek, compact design and an elegant aesthetic that creates a statement piece for smart homes or commercial environments. Inspired by consumer preferences for gold accents, the TRC1120’s vibrant 2-inch, color LCD touch screen delivers high-resolution graphics and backlit hard buttons offer ease of use.

VANCO

PulseAudio PAEXEARC Digital Audio Extender

1523

Somfy leverages the advantages of PoE (Power over Ethernet) technology in a new PoE-enabled shading motor. The UL-listed Sonesse 40 PoE motor supports applications requiring higher power for additional nominal torque. The Sonesse 40 PoE integrates seamlessly with leading third-party control systems.

SONANCE

Mariner MX

3501

The Sonance Mariner MX offers sleek, minimalistic, surface-mounted outdoor speakers with Sinusoidal Textured Waveguide technology and Sonance VX transducers for balanced music dispersion and clarity. Featuring the MX Grille Clip System and enhanced Sonance FastMount Bracket Systems, Mariner MX offers exceptional performance.

SONY ELECTRONICS

BRAVIA 4K Laser Projectors

2502

Sony Electronics’ new native 4K laser home cinema projectors, the BRAVIA Projector 8 and the BRAVIA Projector 9, are the first to include the BRAVIA XR Processor, which optimizes Sony’s cutting-edge BRAVIA TV video processing for projection enabling powerful picture features made for the movie-buffs, sports fans, and avid gamers.

The Vanco PulseAudio PAEXEARC Digital Audio Extender transmits HDMI eARC/ARC digital audio signals up to 328 feet over a single CAT-5e/-6 cable. It can also extend S/PDIF signals up to 626 feet. With PAEXEARC, integrators have a single-cable multi-channel audio extension solution with built-in backup.

WAC 4112

Colorscaping Landscape Lighting and Control System

Utilizing state of the art RGBWW technol, the Colorscaping smart landscape lighting and control system line of exterior LED luminaires is designed and engineered to illuminate landscapes with pure white light ranging from warm 2700K to cool 6500 Kelvin.

WALL-SMART

Ring Security System Mounts

A complete home security system from Ring can now be beautifully integrated into home interiors, thanks to a series of flush mounts 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.

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Russound Expands D-Series Digital Amplifiers

BOOTH 2524 Russound is now shipping the 16-channel D1675 multichannel digital amplifier. Designed to expand audio systems into more rooms or zones or to increase audio output for larger spaces or outdoor areas where higher output volume is needed, the D-Series amplifiers are distinguished by their source and control flexibility, multichannel power, and easy-to-configure audio filter options.

In creating the Russound D-Series amps, the company succeeded in its key design goal: reducing the size of the amplifiers while boosting their feature set. The 16-channel D1675 is 2RUs and delivers 75 watts per channel. Other models include the eight-channel D890 and the 12-channel D1290 (now available), both 1RU in height.

Origin Acoustics’ Fisher Competes for a Cause

BOOTH 2133 Origin Acoustics President Marc Fisher is one of the 2,000 elite triathletes from around the world to be selected to represent the IRONMAN Foundation Team and compete in the 2024 IRONMAN XC World Championship, scheduled for Kona, Hawaii, on October 26, 2024.

The VinFast IRONMAN World Championship will host the very best male professional triathletes from around the world. Their 140.6-mile/226km journey will present the ultimate test of body, mind and spirit. The competition starts with a 2.4-mile swim, the next stage is a 112-mile bike ride and ends with a 26.2-mile full marathon.

Each athlete involved in the Ironman Foundation competition raises money to support the IRONMAN Foundation’s Community Fund, which directly benefits the race communities where events are held by providing charitable support to a variety of local nonprofit organizations.

At Fisher’s last race, the IMF foundation purchased, built and delivered over 100 bikes to the Lake Placid Central School District.

Anyone interested in making a difference in the world and supporting Marc Fisher’s fundraising for this race can contribute at: Marc Fisher IM Foundation Extend best wishes to Marc at the Origin Acoustics booth (2133) throughout CEDIA Expo 2024.

SONANCE, BOOTH 3501 Sonance and James are showcasing new James SPL Soundbars, now enhanced with cutting-edge Quadratech tweeter technology. These soundbars, including the SPL5QT, SPL6QT, and SPL8QT models, are designed to deliver an exceptional audio experience with crisper detail and broader dispersion, making them ideal for TV and movie enthusiasts. Quadratech technology allows for a wider soundstage, providing a more immersive and enjoyable listening experience.

Russound’s D1675 multichannel digital amplifier

URC, BOOTH 2118 URC is launching its latest handheld user interface, the TRC-1120. This premium, handheld remote offers sleek, compact design and an elegant aesthetic that creates a statement piece for smart homes or commercial environments. Inspired by consumer preferences for gold accents, the TRC1120’s design provides unique versatility and impact. Its vibrant 2-inch, color LCD touch screen delivers high-resolution graphics and backlit hard buttons offer ease of use. With enhanced processing speed and versatility, the TRC-1120 enables quick response to simple one-touch or voice commands, and the built-in mic and speaker communicate seamlessly with Amazon Alexa (compatible with over 140,000 devices), Comcast Xfinity, or Apple TV.

DMF Lighting Features Exclusive Artafex Line

BOOTH C911 Artafex isn’t just a new DMF product line; it’s a philosophy. In Latin, it means “artisan,” a master of their craft, someone who poured their heart and soul into every creation. It’s a commitment to quality and a celebration of the enduring value of craftsmanship.

Artafex is a DMF exclusive line of award-winning lighting products, designed to meet the demands of modern custom integrators and elevate their projects to a new level of elegance and style. Showcasing a seamless blend of form and function, Artafex sets a new standard for luxury and versatility.

The Artafex line includes two-inch modules, four-inch modules, premium trims, flangeless housings and incorporates the exclusive True Spectrum technology, more efficient optics and additional trim offerings including Hyperbolic and Pinhole options. The demand for differentiation in the CI channel is critical and the Artafex line offers versatility with superior aesthetic options purpose-built to simplify the installation process.

Theory Shows First Landscape Loudspeakers

BOOTH 1943 Entering the landscape loudspeakers product category, Theory Audio Design is introducing the ic6-Bollard: 6.5-inch full-range landscape loudspeaker, and iws12-Bollard: 12-inch landscape subwoofer at CEDIA Expo 2024.

Theory’s ic6 in-ceiling speaker delivers exceptional low-frequency bandwidth, punch and resolution, plus extremely wide dispersion. The ic6 can be paired with Theory’s optional all-weather grille or installed in open-ceiling and exposed environments when integrated into one of Theory’s ic6 pendant housings.

Theory is also known for deep, visceral bass that bellies intuition, with the existing iws12-6 in-wall subwoofer and iws12-9 architectural subwoofer. Both models extend deeper and with more authority than seems possible from their ultra-compact enclosures. The professional-duty, high-efficiency, 1,400W (700W AES) twelve-inch woofer with massive four-inch voice coil extends down to 124dB. Theory is now taking that same bass outdoors with the iws12-Bollard. Simply install the Theory iws12 woofer into the iws12-Bollard housing and install it in the landscape to create a truly astonishing high-energy environment.

RTI Ships New DSP Matrix Amplifier Line

BOOTH 3512 RTI is demonstrating its all-new DSP Matrix Amplifier line at CEDIA Expo 2024 in booth 3512. Now shipping, this new series represents a significant leap forward in audio distribution, offering enhanced power with full DSP control for both residential and commercial applications.

The new line includes three models:

2. AD-810-100: An 8x10 DSP Matrix Amplifier distributing eight sources to ten zones, with eight zones amplified at up to 100W (4Ω) or 50W (8Ω) per channel.

3. AD-1616: A robust 16-source 16-zone DSP Audio Matrix for larger installations.

The three new matrices offer fast native integration with RTI systems.

1. AD-46-100: A 4 x 6 DSP Matrix Amplifier distributing four sources to six zones, with four zones amplified at up to 100W (4Ω) all channels driven, or 50W (8Ω) per channel.

RTI’s DSP Matrix amplifier line

Theory Audio Design’s ic6-Bollard and iws12Bollard landscape loudspeakers

HK LIGHTING, BOOTH C911 Noted for expertly crafted outdoor architectural and landscape lighting, HK Lighting is unveiling new offerings at CEDIA Expo 2024, expanding its Artafex Outdoor product line for the Custom Integrator (CI) Channel. The company is introducing a sophisticated Bronze finish for its premium fixtures, providing more options for integrators and homeowners. HK is also offering a tailored design service, working with dealers to create custom lighting layouts that enhance outdoor spaces. The new HK Lighting Dealer Portal (shown above) simplifies order placement, ensures accuracy, and guarantees a seamless experience from start to finish.

Take the Kordz Termination Challenge

BOOTH 3823

A favorite exhibit among trade show attendees, the Kordz Termination Challenge is back for another round of fun at CEDIA Expo 2024. Attendees can visit the Future Ready Solutions Booth 3823 to test their termination skills and try to best both their peers and the impressive current challenge record of 35:05 seconds. The competition follows an ‘againstthe-clock’ format, along with an opportunity to win prizes and of course bragging rights as the CEDIA Expo 2024 Termination Challenge champion.

No registration is required; attendees can visit the Kordz exhibit anytime to take the Termination Challenge.

FORTRESS SEATING, BOOTH 2909 Fortress Seating is introducing the San Clemente, its latest model in a series of low back contemporary designs. The San Clemente was developed to satisfy increasing requests for low back sectionals and chairs that complement the other furniture in a family room environment yet easily converts to a theater chair. With the flick of a switch the motorized back adjusts to provide users with excellent head support. Standard features include motorized recline, motorized adjustable headrest, stainless-steel switch with USB and stainless or black cup holders.

This single, all-inclusive RoseWater Energy Hub addresses every electrical issue and covers the entire home Hub installed

‘The RoseWater Difference’ on Display at Expo 24

BOOTH 3905 CEDIA Expo 2024 attendees will see a range of power management solutions exhibited by various manufacturers on the show floor. Each of these individual technologies addresses a specific energy-related problem. RoseWater Energy, however, takes a different, comprehensive approach by combining in one product essential surge and lightning protection, large-scale UPS providing voltage regulation, supplemental solar energy, and standby battery power, along with analytics and remote monitoring.

This single, all-inclusive Energy Hub addresses every electrical issue and covers the entire home. Every product plugged into an outlet, not just the AV equipment in a home theater, for example, is fully protected from voltage irregularities, which can impact the performance and longevity of AV equipment, automation systems, lighting, HVAC units, appliances-anything with a microprocessor.

Stealth Features Invisible Audio, Outdoor Solutions

BOOTH 2143

Stealth Acoustics is showcasing its acclaimed LineaRadiance (L-RAD) series of invisible speakers and new additions to its popular Stealth Patio Theater (SPT) outdoor LED TV systems.

Stealth’s recently unveiled, completely redesigned L-RAD family of speakers and subwoofers, its eighth generation of flat radiating diaphragm speakers, include a whole host of new features, new internal components, and an integrated, acoustically tuned back box. With hand-built craftsmanship, made in the U.S., and featuring an innovative design with high-quality hardware, the L-RAD range aims to

Stealth Acoustics’ LineaRadiance L-RAD 430 invisible speaker

redefine expectations of an invisible speaker.

Stealth regards its SPT Extreme model LED TV system as the future of high-end outdoor cinematic entertainment, for homes, hotels, and luxury outdoor spaces. The award-winning SPT Extreme features a fully retractable, largeformat, ultra-bright, highresolution LED screen in a 16:9 aspect ratio. It incorporates Stealth Acoustics’ advanced outdoor speaker and amplifier technologies, all housed within a unique weatherized enclosure.

Severtson Gives Its Regards to Broadway

BOOTH 4126 Severtson Screens is spotlighting its recently launched white, perforated, acoustically transparent screen option for its acclaimed Broadway Thin Bezel Series fixed frame projection screen solutions.

The Broadway Thin Bezel Series’ durable, aluminum frame offers the thinnest visible bezel that Severtson Screens can provide, offering a clean, sharp appearance that maximizes the viewable area. Each screen is manufactured to the same high standards as Severtson’s large cinema screens installed in theaters worldwide.

Broadway Thin Bezel Series material choices

include:

•Broadway White: 1.1 gain; a smooth vinyl, with a white front and black back. The screen surface provides an exceptionally wide 120-degree viewing angle. It is a great choice for situations with well controlled ambient light, and where an exceptionally wide viewing angle is required. Available in perforated version in multiple sizes.

•Broadway Grey: 1.0 gain; smooth grey vinyl with a black back. This screen surface provides a higher contrast, ideal for situations where there is more ambient light, and a wide viewing angle is desired.

ASCENDO, SR3 is featuring an AV demo that includes Ascendo’s proprietary Director AMT Waveguide, engineered specifically for use with LED walls or non-acoustically transparent screens. The full 9.12.6 system includes new DSP and amplifier models and a new subwoofer from Ascendo. Partnering brands in the demonstration include Seymour-Screen Excellence, Christie Digital, madVR, StormAudio, Kaleidescape, and CEDIA newcomer Moovia seating. Ascendo is distributed in the U.S. by Todd Sutherland of Sutherland AV Marketing.

AMBISONIC SYSTEMS, BOOTH 2133 Ambisonic Systems by Origin Acoustics is introducing a collection of luxury landscape speakers to complement its new Hexagonal Bollards. Each speaker will feature Ambisonic Systems’ proprietary acoustic technology and a new hexagonal modern design to complement any residential or commercial outdoor space. All Ambisonic landscape speakers feature high-performance round planar magnetic ribbon tweeter technology for superior high frequency reproduction and clarity with lower distortion at higher power levels, and adjustable impedance settings for 8Ω and 70v/100v. The Ambisonic Systems Landscape Speaker Collection is comprised of Bollard and satellite speakers in three sizes, a surface mount speaker and subwoofer.

AiSPIRE Shows New Astro 6-in. Retrofit Downlight

BOOTH 4112 AiSPIRE is demonstrating the six-inch Retrofit Downlight in its Astro Experience of Light at CEDIA Expo 2024.

The new Astro Basics Allin-One 6-inch Retrofit Recessed Downlight is an ideal replacement option for any traditional five- or six-inch incandescent recessed fixture. It offers features that allow it to be an adjustable, straight down, and beam-adjustable dim-to-warm luminaire from 3000K to 1800K.

By mimicking an incandescent lamp’s dimming appearance, AiSPiRE can shift color temperatures and create a visually comfortable and innately familiar experience while still benefitting from the energy savings and long life of LEDs. The ASTRO family offers several dim-to-warm options ranging from a 3000K White Light—the color of halogen—to a warm 1800 Kelvin.

The HOOP™ is easy to use. It’s smooth, non-metallic surface protects MC/AC and NM cable against damage. No bending or kinking!

Versatile mounting

Horizontal or vertical ON a beam clamp, wood beam or threaded rod – or UNDER a beam clamp.

Hunter Douglas Introduces Aria Soft Blinds

BOOTH 3543 Inspired by the timeless appeal of Venetian blinds, Hunter Douglas Aria Soft Blinds blend the classic appeal of traditional blinds with the light-transforming precision of shades.

Aria features distinctive soft ellipse-shaped vanes with dual-opacity capabilities to give homeowners precise control over natural lighting. To filter light, a nonwoven fabric is placed over a clear film. For dimming, an opaque darkening film extends partially across one side of the transparent film. When the slats are tilted up, the dark liner faces indoors, creating a stronger dimming effect. When tilted down, the dark liner faces toward the window, allowing some light to come through for gentler dimming.

With PowerView Automation, Aria Soft Blinds can be scheduled to move throughout the day and optimize light filtering, privacy and comfort. Integrating popular smart home systems, including Control4, Crestron, Elan, Josh.AI, URC and RTI, ensures a sophisticated connected experience.

Just Add Power Enhances MaxColor Series

BOOTH 3333 Just Add Power is enhancing the MaxColor Series with the addition of the MC-TX3 MaxColor 4K60 Series transmitter. The MC-TX3 features native 4K60 support from source to screen and adds support for AES67 compatibility along with power over USB-C for an incredibly flexible video-over-IP solution.

Add Power’s MC-TX3 MaxColor 4K60 Series transmitter

The MC-TX3 transmitter natively supports 4K60 in and out, allowing end-users to play Ultra HD video from the growing number of 4K sources and devices now available, along with compatibility for AES67 audio systems. With MC-TX3, video at 12-bit color and 4:4:4 chroma can be distributed over existing CAT-5/CAT-6 cable. Like the MC-TX2, this new transmitter offers power over USB-C, supporting KVM or, for example, a USB web camera signal over IP.

Modern Atomics Makes Debut with Reaktor PDU

BOOTH 3520 Modern Atomics is making its debut with Reaktor. This first power distribution unit designed for motorized shades, Reaktor helps CIs to win more shade job bids. Here’s how:

 Leveraging patent-pending technology developed by the company, Reaktor drives 22 shades, where other PDU’s max at merely 8.

 Small 1.75-inch x 8.5-inch footprint saves as much as 60 percent of rack space or 80 percent of wall space.

 Setup conveniences include an auto-programming feature, and a copy and paste system.

 The PDU is powered via the provided passive POE injector or a Somfy 24V inline BUS power sup-

ply, and in turn drives each of the shades via CAT-5 cable and RJ45.

 Compatible with Somfy motors, commonly used in Screen Innovations, Draper, BTX, Corradi, Sol-Lux, Spring Blinds, Clara, Alta, Universal Window Coverings, Peachtree, Graber, SunSetter.

 Eliminates the need for a licensed electrician and conduit and cuts project deployment time and costs by 50 percent.

 Embedded AI technology eliminates up to 99.75 percent of other wasted energy consumption, saving 412 Kilowatt-hours yearly.

 Works with Control4, Crestron Home, Crestron SIMPL, Elan, URC, RTI, Bond Bridge Pro, and more.

 See Reaktor at Modern Atomics (#3520), Screen Innovations (#1928), Bond (#4109).

 Modern Atomics is hosting the session “Advanced Motorized Shading, Cut Costs and Deployment Time in Half and Lower Power Consumption by Up to 99.75%.” The class will also include training by Bond. Friday Sept. 6, 3-4:30 p.m. in Room 111. Attendance is free.

Hunter Douglas’s Aria Soft Blinds

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Meridian Ellipse Streaming Speaker in U.S. Debut

BOOTH 1328 Exhibiting with APEX Technologies (C1305) and Barco Residential (1328), Meridian is featuring its high-end audio solutions, including the U.S. debut of its Ellipse loudspeaker.

Ellipse is Meridian’s high-performance all-in-one streaming speaker and is a complete Meridian system in a luxury and compact form factor. A distillation of everything the company does, Ellipse is designed, engineered and manufactured by the same experts who craft Meridian’s floor-standing loudspeakers in its U.K. factory. Ellipse features 12 proprietary DSP technolo-

gies, 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

Luminii Showcases Myka Mini Linear LED Lighting

BOOTH 3947 Luminii is showcasing MYKA Mini Linear LED Lighting at CEDIA Expo 2024 in the Lightening Pavilion (Booth 3947).

Myka boasts a small form factor that delivers powerful performance, using the same high-quality LEDs as other fixtures in the Luminii linear product range, but in a discreet and compact package. Mounting options include surface square, surface round with rotatable extrusion, recessed trimmed, asymmetric trimmed, and an all-new mud-in recessed trimless extrusion providing an additional and field flexible option.

All MYKA fixtures have comparable design features which allows mounting and optics to be carried over from model to model creating an effortless installation when specifying different MYKA profiles on the same job. Additionally, these new smaller profiles share the same technical characteristics as their larger counterparts, like the popular Kendo and Bosca fixture lines, making Myka an ideal complement to the company’s broader linear product portfolio.

DSP9 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.

R_volution’s NAS disc-to-digital storage solution and multi-room playback device

R_volution Offers New Discto-Digital Storage Solution

BOOTH 1144 Debuting at CEDIA Expo 2024, NAS, R-volution’s new disc-to-digital storage solution and multi-room playback device, 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. Systems integrators deploy a system quickly and easily via the NAS’s plugand-play installation and configuration 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

Meridian’s Ellipse all-inone streaming speaker

Luminii’s Myka Mini Linear LED lighting

Monitor Audio Cinergy: Ultimate Cinematic Experience Ready for Its Closeup

BOOTH 1343

Monitor Audio’s Cinergy is a THX Ultra Certified cinema audio system combin ing unparalleled installation versatility with uncompromising sound quality for the ulti mate cinematic experience.

Using Micro Pleated Diaphragm (MPD) technology, the transducer on Cinergy produc es accurate and lifelike sounds without immer sion breaking distortion. The mid-range and bass drivers use C-CAM cone material with Rigid Diaphragm Technology (RDT II), which reduces distortion by over 8 dB above 300 Hz.

Built to provide installers with an ease of use they have never experienced before, Cinergy features a modular design that rotates when required, allowing the user to easily adapt to a horizontal or vertical install. Along with integrated handles to make movement easier, Cinergy features

handy feet and bracket isolators to reduce vibrations.

The line-up includes Cinergy 100, 200, 300 and Sub15. Cinergy’s design allows for limitless combinations and can be fitted together to form a whole sound wall.

AMETEK SurgeX Features Defender+ Power Protection

BOOTH 3919 AMETEK SurgeX is previewing the Defender Series+ power protection product at CEDIA Expo 2024. The new product delivers comprehensive, cost-effective mains protection and conditioning for everyday applications, and now features the cloud-connected power quality analytics, fleet management, and risk prevention capabilities found within the SurgeX CONNECT platform.

‘Dante Comes Home’ to SoundTube

Installed in AV and IT equipment racks, the IP-controlled Defender Series+ features remote turn on/off, power cycling, and sequencing, as well as advanced scheduling, AutoPing, and threshold triggered events. When a fault is detected, predefined actions are triggered automatically, streamlining workflow and minimizing downtime. Designed to protect high value technology and tackle the increasingly complex, processing-heavy AV systems of today, the Defender Series+

is also compatible with popular control systems for integration in residential applications.

The Defender Series+ joins SurgeX’s Protect + Connect product line. All Protect + Connect products are compatible with SurgeX CONNECT, a cloudbased solution that allows for monitoring and managing an entire fleet of compatible SurgeX devices in a single, centralized dashboard.

BOOTH C701 Under the theme “Dante Comes Home,” SoundTube is at CEDIA Expo 2024 showcasing its complete residential ecosystem of Dante-enabled products from input and source control to IP-enabled PoE speakers, all run on a network via category cable.

SoundTube’s Dante-enabled product lineup features the new 16x16 DSP controller; the DSM-16 System Manager. The system also includes SoundTube’s Dante-enabled PoE in-ceiling speakers eliminating the need for multi-zone amplifiers and offers unmatched flexibility for zoning and rezoning system architecture. Dante-enabled PoE speakers are also available in surface mount, sound bar, pendant, and outdoor models.

The SoundTube Dante-enabled audio over IP systems offers integrators and homeowners outstanding sound quality and flexibility. Each speaker is bi-amped with crossovers, equalization and time correction all done in the digital domain prior to amplification. The blend of refined technology, user-friendly operation, and efficient local and remote management aligns with the evolving needs of modern, connected residences.

SoundTube’s Dante ecosystem

Monitor Audio’s Cinergy THX Ultra Certified cinema audio system

AMETEK SurgeX’s Defender Series+ power protection product

PRODUCT SPOTLIGHT

PERFORMANCE AUDIO, REDEFYNED!

AtlasIED’s ATLAS+FYNE FC Series premium ceiling loudspeaker range is a wide bandwidth, high sensitivity loudspeaker designed for the ultimate in fidelity, coverage, and aesthetics. Utilizing newly developed proprietary IsoFlare™ transducer technology, the FC Series is the new benchmark in point source technology for prestigious Commercial and Custom Install environments, providing unmatched on and off-axis performance.

https://www.atlasied.com/isoflare | Booth #C1423

AWOL VISION LTV-3500MAX PROJECTOR

AWOL Vision is presenting our newest Projector the LTV-3500MAX at CEDIA 2024. The LTV-3500MAX shares the same features as the LTV-3500PRO with the following exclusive features:

• HDBaseT 3.0 input - the latest HDBaseT technology ensures seamless uncompressed True 4K60 UHD Video, audio, and control transmission over a single long-distance CAT Cable, simplifying installations and reducing maintenance costs.

• Cinemascope 2.35:1, 21:9, 16:9, 16:10, 32:9 and 4:3 aspect ratio

• Crestron Connected & XIO cloud integration

• Will only be sold through Authorized Dealer Network awolvisionpro | Booth #4135

WALL-SMART MOUNTS FOR IPAD

WALL-SMART introduces mounts purpose-built for Apple’s newest and most advanced generation of iPads powered by the M4 chip.

Recently released, the 11-and 13-inch iPad Pro, recognized as the thinnest Apple product ever, and the 11and 13-inch iPad Air offers integrators a dynamic interface for home control.

To enable seamless connectivity of iPads with home networks and seamless integration within home environments, WALL-SMART offers a new optional Ethernet adapter.

Recessed flush with the wall with a WALL-SMART mount, an iPad is easily accessible, safe from damage, and able to join a home network, with a built-in USB adapter to keep the tablet charged.

https://www.wall-smart.com/ws-for-apple.html | Booth #4105

Attendees Read Up on ‘Home Theaterology’

BOOTH 2537 CEDIA Expo served as the launching pad for Home Theaterology, a book by Richard Charschan designed to inspire technology integrators, interior designers, and architects to integrate captivating home theaters into their projects. Charschan had a book signing on Thursday at the CEDIA booth.

“Home theaters have the potential to be the dazzling centerpiece of any home, yet we’ve seen a significant decline in their integration into residential houses,” Charschan explained. “To reignite this passion, we created Home Theaterology. This book is more than just a publication; it’s a movement to elevate the home theater experience and educate the custom integration, design, and architecture communities on the immense potential of home theaters.”

With the blessing and inspiration from Theo Kalomirakis, a pioneer in promoting the excitement of home theaters, Home Theaterology is designed to educate and inspire the design community to embrace this luxury as a centerpiece for modern homes. Attendees can purchase advance copies exclusively at the CEDIA Expo, providing an opportunity to explore the possibilities of home theater technology directly on the show floor.

Charschan, president of AcousticSmart Home Theatre Interiors, is a seasoned expert in designing and building home theaters. He brought together

Coastal Source Design Services in Spotlight

top manufacturers and professionals to showcase 15 incredible home theater projects in the book. The projects are beautifully photographed and include insightful tidbits about the key components that make a home theater truly luxurious.

Home Theaterology is a valuable resource for integrators, interior designers, and architects to share with the clients, providing a showcase of what can be achieved in a home theater room. It features contributions from industry-leading manufacturers such as Kaleidescape, Barco, Storm Audio, The Meridian Group, Apex Technologies, Harman JBL, D-Tools, and MadVR, among others.

Barry Sonnenfeld, an acclaimed director and cinematographer, wrote the foreword. With insights from experts like Joel Silver on video calibration and Tony Grimani on acoustics, Home Theaterology provides valuable knowledge to inspire designers and architects to embrace the resurgent trend of home theaters.

BOOTH 3533 Coastal Source Design Services is an exclusive dealer service that provides in-house consultation and complete design proposals for jobs of all sizes. A project coordinator provides concierge service from intake through design and BOM creation. The Design Service team can provide everything from a quick quote in a 15-minute consultation call to a complete 100+ fixture landscape lighting design with full engineering blueprints, transformer zoning, and wire calculations.

All Coastal Source dealers and contractors have access to the Design Services team and may submit a project at any time using a simple online questionnaire. From there, the team will place all fixtures on their plan for approval. Next, the team will move on to a fully circuited wiring diagram, which becomes part of a fully custom design proposal. This service is entirely free to Coastal Source Dealers, while Coastal Source Contractors pay according to a fixed fee schedule.

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This furniture piece has the frame pre-assembled, so you don’t have to. The pre-assembled frame allows for a less than 20-minute assembly. The black wood grain finish compliments today’s TVs and components. FlexFold™ shelves include a tempered glass piece that is frosted which reduces fingerprints and reduces the glare from the sun or your TV. Open architecture with MDF shelves and steel frame design keeps your equipment cool while providing easy access. Adjustable feet allow for the furniture to be leveled after assembly even if your floors aren’t perfect.

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Richard Charschan (right) signs his new book, Home Theaterology, for CEDIA attendee Jeffrey Allen.

MOOVIA, SR3/BOOTH 4409 Luxury seating manufacturer Moovia from Germany is making its CEDIA Expo debut in Sound Room 3. Thanks to Moovia’s gorgeous reclining sofa, Lyon, the ambiance of SR3 will feel more like a media room or lounge than a dedicated theater. Inspired by the landscapes of the French countryside, this masterpiece captures the essence of rustic elegance and refined comfort, produced to fill large spaces. The SR3 demo includes partnering brands Ascendo, Seymour-Screen Excellence, Christie Digital, madVR, StormAudio, and Kaleidescape. Moovia is distributed in the U.S. by Todd Sutherland of Sutherland AV Marketing.

Arlington Features Combo Power-Low Voltage Boxes

Arlington’s recessed TV boxes are ideal for new or old work

BOOTH 1520 Arlington’s Plastic and Steel Recessed Combination Power and Low Voltage Boxes-TV Box, TV Bridge Kits, and indoor In Box—offer the secure, easy way to mount HD LED TVs flush against a wall. Enhancing the aesthetic appeal, plugs and connections stay inside these boxes without extending past the wall. Available in 5x8 and 8x10, as well as two-, three- and four-gang, each offers power and/or low voltage in one or more of the other openings. They’re ideal for home theater systems and other applications where multiple connections are needed. Arlington has a box to fit nearly any application. Arlington’s recessed TV boxes are ideal for new or old work. In retrofit, tightening mounting wing screws hold the box in the wall. In new construction, the box screw-mounts to a wood or metal stud.

Via Crestron, Four Devices Bridging

Audio Anywhere

BOOTH 1901 Crestron DM NAX Audio-over-IP Edge Devices easily bridge audio from any source—CDs, Bluetooth audio, even vinyl records—onto the network. Powered by the DM NVX AV-over-IP platform, clients can enjoy their favorite music with pristine audio and effortless Crestron Home OS control.

 Bluetooth, DM-NAX-BTIO-1G: A wall plate with Bluetooth connectivity and unbalanced analog audio I/O, bridging any audio source to DM NAX technology.

 XLR, DM-NAX-2XLRI-1G: A wall plate with XLR input and balanced analog audio output for seamless integration with professional audio systems.

Six Five Audio Shows Indoor, Outdoor Solutions

BOOTH 3454 Six Five Audio is presenting its latest products that showcase its dedication to audio engineering and customer satisfaction. Highlighted items include in-ceiling and in-wall speakers, indoor home subwoofers, and landscape audio solutions designed to deliver high-quality sound and ease of installation for both indoor and outdoor applications.

One of the key features to be showcased is the patented TurboMount technology, designed to provide swift and secure installation while maintaining superior sound quality in architectural speakers. These speakers are available in the V-Series and M-Series product lines, offering options tailored to different preferences and budgets.

For outdoor audio, Six Five Audio is showcasing the Fusion Soundscape speaker lighting system, integrating LED pathway lighting with high-fidelity sound to create a captivating ambiance in outdoor spaces. The system can be paired with optional amplifiers, in-ground subwoofers, and lighting transformers.

 Analog Audio I/O, DM-NAX-AUD-IO: A converter with balanced analog audio I/O, bringing traditional media sources into AVover-IP audio setups.

 USB, DM-NAX-AUD-USB: A converter with unbalanced analog audio I/O, connecting USB devices to DM NAX technology for streaming and audio distribution.

Crestron DM NAX Audio-over-IP Edge Devices empower users to embrace their music preferences and effortlessly stream audio anywhere.

Six Five Audio’s Fusion Soundscape bundle

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Panelists Encourage Designers to Learn More about AV Industry

By Derek Wiley

It’s important to remember that the custom electronics and integration industry is constantly growing and evolving, which means bringing in new faces that may not have a strong background in AV. At Thursday’s “Leveraging Technology as an Extension of Your Brand” keynote presentation, a key theme was encouraging budding designers to become more

SSE Shows A.T., ALR Film Screens in 5 HT Demonstrations

SR4: For the first time at CEDIA Expo, SeymourScreen Excellence is demonstrating its commercialgrade A.T. screen surface Enlightor PRO framed at 13.5 wide with its Adjustable Ratio Theater 4-Way motorized masking system. It is complemented by a Christie Griffyn projector and Lumagen Radiance Pro 5244 video processor.

Booth 4409: Across from SR4, the company will demo its TAM masking system and new Series ONE controller with Lumagen’s Radiance Pro processor.

SR3: The Ascendo 9.12.6 immersive audio demo features Seymour-Screen Excellence’s Ambient Visionaire Black 0.9 gain screen at 140 inches wide. It’s paired with a Christie Digital (M 4K15 pure laser) and a madVR Envy MK2 processor.

familiar with the AV technology that is becoming increasingly essential in their professional world.

Led by Katye McGregor Bennett of KMB Communications, the presentation was followed by a booth tour and a series of networking events to allow attendees to make industry connections. When polled, most designers in the room revealed they had yet to work with a technology integrator.

Sarah Dresher of LIT encouraged attendees to

Seymour-Screen Excellence showcased its screens in multiple demonstrations during CEDIA.

SR7: For the StormAudio 7.8.4 system demo, Seymour-Screen Excellence’s flagship A.T. screen Enlightor Neo at 165 inches wide is mated to Christie projection, MadVR, and Panamorph lens.

Booth 2938: The Trinnov Audio, Seymour-Screen Excellence, madVR Labs, Perlisten, Kaleidescape, Barco Residential, and Officina Acoustical demo features a Seymour-Screen Excellence Enlightor Neo screen at 190 inches wide.

utilize manufacturer reps as a valuable resource for support, as well as to reach out to organizations like the Home Technology Association and CEDIA. “One thing we can count on with technology is that it’s forever changing,” she said, “so continuing to educate yourself is the best way to start getting involved.”

McGregor Bennett added that the growing number of technology experience centers can help designers learn about options currently available on the market. “Many of the integrators in the community are starting to build really beautiful experience centers,” explained Bennett. “These are often open and available to you in the design/build community to bring your clientele in and see what’s possible with technology without having to commit at the time.”

However, McGregor Bennett cautioned emerging designers that communication with integrators is key. “I want to make sure you understand that the integrators are there to help you, support you, and collaborate with you,” asserted Bennett. “They are not there to take over the project. By all means, if you get that sense, it’s a conversation you need to have, so they can understand the roles in the room and the hierarchy.”

Elizabeth Lord-Levitt of Built4Design Residential Academy also reminded attendees that clients don’t know what they don’t know. “Your goal as a designer is to be their advocate and say, ‘Is this important to you? This is a great resource to determine if it is, and if it fits into your budget.’”

BLACKWIRE DESIGNS BOOTH 3537 The Blackwire Designs Predictive WiFi Heatmap is a service that gives dealers enterprise-grade installments without spending time and effort on the design itself. After the integrator submits blueprints and specifics, Blackwire meticulously designs the project for best network quality and coverage, recommending the best routers, switches, models, and number of access point locations. Thanks to the new service, dealers can now complete network installations at an affordable cost and in much less time.

Panelists (from left) Katye McGregor Bennett, Elizabeth Lord-Levitt, and Sarah Dresher discussed the growing importance of AV technology knowledge for interior designers.

Building Relationships Between Integrators and Architects Is Essential for Client Success

By Derek Wiley

Integrators and architects must navigate a complex working relationship, one that involves a delicate balancing act that ultimately needs to result in a satisfied client. Often, this relationship can feel like an afterthought, a transactional arrangement that comes with the territory. But according to the speakers at Wednesday’s “Integrators and Architects Forever: A

Slim and Trim

Neo QLED 4K in Samsung Spotlight

BOOTH 3012 The Samsung Neo QLED 4K (QN95D) delivers superior audiovisual performance in a slim form factor. The QN95D brings content to life with remarkable picture quality and brightness, and boasts an anti-reflective screen that gives users a clear view to watch everything with nearly no bothersome reflections. A NQ4 AI Gen2 Processor lies at the heart of the TV’s innovation, powering key features such as Dolby Atmos sound and expertly upscaled 4K resolution. Its Motion Xcelerator 144Hz feature also ensures ultra-smooth motion and virtually no lag or blur when gaming. Plus, Real Depth Enhancer Pro pinpoints where you are focusing on the screen and brings that object into the foreground so you can experience a more three-dimensional image.

The QN95D presents a great opportunity for integrators and designers looking to provide an elevated entertainment experience in any home.

Beneficial Friendship” panel, viewing the relationship through that lens is a grave mistake.

The three working partners on stage included architect Michael Gooden, founder of Bespoke Home Technology TJ Goodwin, and sales director at Texas Lighting Colin Smith. While they may come from different sectors of the industry, they agree on one fundamental rule: AV and lighting should be carefully considered and planned before a project even begins. How can such a thing be accomplished? By putting time and effort into building relationships.

“Early on in my career, I think AV was a bit of an afterthought,” admitted Gooden. “After a few rough projects and lessons learned, we really saw value in building relationships that spanned across many projects.”

Gooden gleaned from his years of experience that AV should be considered from the beginning stages of a new project. “Where we’ve had success is partnering with integrators early on in the design process,” he noted. “We will typically present schematic designs to the client, and that stage is typically when we will engage with AV consultants.”

From his side of the equation, Goodwin explained the value of establishing a long-term partnership with an architect. For one, being brought in early on a project can allow for thoughtful design choices that can keep tech from being distracting.

Smith echoed the sentiment, stating that he prefers to be brought on board as early as possible. Working with Gooden and Goodwin, in his experience, allows for collaboration that produces the best result for the end client.

“Communication solves everything, and the sooner you get everybody together, the more you can discuss as a group. Things that I do affect what TJ does, and everything we do affects Michael,” he explained.

Monitor Audio Rolls Out Gold

Series 3G Loudspeaker

BOOTH 1343 A comprehensive, highly flexible and user-friendly range, Monitor Audio’s new Gold Series 6G comprises six distinctive loudspeakers. Each model addresses a clearly defined user requirement and adds innovative acoustic technologies.

Gold Series 6G boasts a totally new metal cone technology in the form of Hexagonal Diaphragm Technology (HDT), which draws on the RDT III cones utilized in the ground-breaking Hyphn and the flagship Platinum Series 3G. The HDT cone employs a new hexagonal pattern to disrupt symmetries in the cone breakup, creating a cone that shifts the frequency up by 10 percent compared to the RST II cones found on the Silver Series 7G.

Additional features include a revised version

of Monitor Audio’s MPD III (Micro Pleated Diaphragm) transducer, which delivers precise highfrequency sound with greater consistency, clarity, and accuracy, and new crossovers optimized for in-room performance, which is particularly important for the new On-Wall 6G model, where typical usage is closer to Custom Install than traditional Hi-Fi.

Monitor Audio’s Gold Series 3G loudspeakers

A Wednesday afternoon panel explored the importance of establishing relationships between integrators and architects.

EXECUTIVE INSIGHT

Sonance Promotes Dealer Partnerships

BOOTH 3501 Get the inside scoop on Sonance’s CEDIA Expo happenings from Jason Sloan, the company’s chief revenue officer, residential sales.

What are Sonance’s priorities and goals for CEDIA Expo?

Jason Sloan: We are always excited to connect with our dealers in person at CEDIA Expo, as it gives us a unique opportunity for face-to-face engagement. This event allows us to demonstrate not just our products, but also the strategies and messaging that have proven effective in today’s market. We take pride in our award-winning booth, continuously pushing ourselves to deliver experiences and messaging that exceed expectations year over year. This year, our focus is on presenting several new solutions across various categories, with fresh products featured throughout the booth. Additionally, we’ve developed an evolved and engaging demonstration in our experience room, cultivated from what we have learned and designed to showcase how we continue to differentiate ourselves from other industry players by responding to the latest trends and feedback from our partners.

In terms of trends, which Sonance products are most in demand from integrators?

JS: Integrators are increasingly seeking solutions that offer both performance and discretion, which aligns perfectly with industry trends favoring minimalistic design and seamless integration. Our Small Aperture Series and Visual Experience Series are particularly in demand, combining high-fidelity audio with designs

that blend effortlessly into any environment. Additionally, our outdoor audio solutions are gaining traction, especially with the growing trend of creating seamless indoor-outdoor living spaces.

What will dealers who are interested in getting started selling and installing Sonance products learn at the CEDIA exhibit?

JS: Dealers new to Sonance will discover that we offer more than just a comprehensive product range — we offer a true partnership. Our goal is to earn our partner’s business every day. Our booth demonstrates our curated approach to selling audio, supported by award-winning resources designed to empower our dealers not just in selling Sonance brands, but in growing their overall business.

What has been the dealer reaction to your VX Series architectural speakers?

JS: Both the Sonance and James Visual Experience products have been incredibly well-received by our dealers, with many praising the combination of cutting-edge technology and sleek design. This series aligns perfectly with the needs of clients who demand high-performance audio without compromising on aesthetics. The positive feedback has reinforced our commitment to innovating in ways that enhance both the user experience and the integrator’s ability to deliver exceptional projects. The success of the VX Series has also influenced our ongoing product development, pushing us to continue exploring new ways to blend performance with design in our future offerings.

THE OFFICIAL SHOW DAILY OF

September 4-6, 2024 • Denver, CO

CONTENT

Anthony Savona MD, CONTENT

David McGee CONTENT MANAGER

Wayne Cavadi, Cindy Davis, Grant Morgan, Mark J. Pescatore, Derek Wiley CONTENT PRODUCERS

Nicole Schiling, Heather Tatrow PRODUCTION MANAGERS

Nicole Cobban HEAD OF DESIGN

John Staley ON-SITE PHOTOGRAPHER

ADVERTISING SALES

Adam Goldstein MANAGING VICE PRESIDENT OF SALES, B2B TECH

John Casey, Janis Crowley, Zahra Majma, Deborah Rosenthal, Andi Tureson

FUTURE

Amanda Darman-Allen SVP, MD, B2B

Carmel King VP, GLOBAL HEAD OF CONTENT, B2B

Anthony Savona MD, CONTENT, AV

Tom Sikes VP, HEAD OF US SALES, B2B

Adam Goldstein MANAGING VP OF SALES, B2B TECH

Allison Markert VP, GLOBAL HEAD OF STRATEGY & OPS, B2B

Andrew Buchholz VP, PRODUCT & MARKETING, B2B

Mark Constance HEAD OF PRODUCTION US & UK

Nicole Cobban HEAD OF DESIGN, B2B

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Jason Sloan, Sonance chief revenue officer, at the company’s booth

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