Trade Events
CEDIA Tech Summit to Feature Google Keynote
Two-part cybersecurity course also added to the curriculum.
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News
Racepoint Energy Acquires NOON Home
Racepoint Energy to provide energy, lighting, and smart home solutions in concert with the NOON team.
Connectivity
Screen Innovations Debuts Fontus at ISE 2020
Enables two-way power and control over two-conductor wire.
News
D-Tools to Show New System Integrator Capabilities at ISE 2020
SI version 13 delivers new features, including service plan sales and management, supplier pricing, and enhancements to project management capabilities.
News
ProSource Adds Help Lightning and Modus VR as New Vendors
Virtual reality tools to help member teams collaborate and serve customers.
News
InstallerNet Partners with Capitol Sales
Offers product distribution through its nationwide network of installers.
Audio
Amina Technologies Improves Mobius and EDGE Invisible Speakers
Upgrades include enhanced mid-range and high-frequency performance.
Audio
KEF Announces expansion of Reference Line
Updates include new model and updated finish selection for 2020.
Audio
Vanco Now Shipping Beale Street Audio 1000-Watt Amplifiers
Vanco International LLC is now shipping the Beale Street Audio BAV4250 and BAV2500 amplifiers.
News
CEDIA Announces Executive Committee and Appointed Director Approvals
Buchanan, Capecelatro, and Weinstein named appointed directors to the CEDIA board.
Lighting & Shades
QMotion Introduces 79 New Decorative Shade Fabric Styles
New collections include light-filtering decorative sheers and room-darkening blackout fabrics.
Audio
Soundavo Introduces PSB-Series Subwoofer Amplifier
Space efficient to provide power for in-wall subwoofers.
CES
Residential Systems Picks Awards Winners for CES 2020
See which companies took home this year's awards!
Audio
SnapAV Now Shipping Signature by Episode Speakers
Feature Push Lock by Swarm technology, one-or two-step install option, and a focus on low distortion, wide dispersion, and flat frequency response.
Lighting & Shades
Legrand Offers Smart Lighting with Netatmo Technology
Brings instantaneous monitoring of power consumption, remote surveillance, and more control to users.
Lighting & Shades
Savant Announces New Daylight Mode Functionality
The Savant App suggests a circadian curve including color temperature and lighting intensity shifts designed to support healthy living.
CES
CES 2020 Show Daily—Day 4
Read the CES Show Daily—Day Four Edition to check out the latest news from January 10, the fourth day of CES 2020.
CES
CES 2020 Show Daily—Day 3
Read the CES Show Daily—Day Three Edition to check out the latest news from January 9, the third day of CES 2020.
CES
CES 2020 Show Daily—Day 2
Read the CES Show Daily—Day One Edition to check out the latest news from January 8, the second day of CES 2020.
Trade Events
Catalyst AV Member AHA Distributing Offers January Trainings
Take place January 14 in Georgia and January 16 in Florida.
Audio
Definitive Technology Introduces Demand Series High-Performance Tower Speakers and Center Channel
New speakers deliver full-range sound and elegant styling.
Lighting & Shades
Hogar Controls Launches Modular, Multi-Function Touch Switch Line at CES 2020
Come in single, double, triple, and four-button configurations for on/off, dimming and scene control for Z-Wave and Zigbee smart home devices.
Video
Epson Introduces Smart Streaming Laser Projectors with Android TV
Featuring a truly portable design, 2000 lumens of color and white brightness, and high image quality, the EF-100 is designed for users to stream...
CES
CES 2020 Show Daily—Day 1
Read the CES Show Daily—Day One Edition to check out the latest news from January 7, the first day of CES 2020.
News
NEXTGEN TV Powered by ATSC 3.0 Takes Center Stage at CES 2020
First ATSC 3.0 receivers readied for 2020 introduction as broadcasters launch NEXTGEN TV services across U.S.
Audio
Klipsch Introduces New Soundbar Lineup at CES 2020
Three new models are available in 54-, 48-, and 44-inch sizes.
Automation
Intellithings Announces Expanded Functionality for RoomMe
RoomMe now features voice assistant support, smartwatch-based location tracking, and additional smart home integrations.
News
D&H Distributing Announces 2020 Trend and Product Focus
Company looks to Wi-Fi 6, PC gaming, and commercial product trends at retail to support continued growth.
Audio
AudioControl to Exhibit with IMAX Enhanced at CES 2020
Attendees will see AudioControl’s selection of cinema processors, AV receivers, and high-powered G4 Series amplifiers.
News
Resideo Joins Zigbee Alliance Board of Directors
Maker of Honeywell Home Branded products joins Amazon, Apple, and other board members in development of Connected Home over IP project.
Connectivity
Platinum Tools Launches Fiber Cable Stripper
Designed to slit and ring cables, buffer tubes, and jackets on fiber optic cables with diameter ranges of 1.2mm to 6.4mm.
Audio
Soundavo Launches MZ-Series Multi-Channel Integrated Digital Amplifier
Designed for the custom residential installation, multi-room distributed audio system.
News
Nortek Opens New High-Tech Experience Center in NYC
Sakab Designs puts home and office automation technologies at residents’ fingertips in multi-level Brooklyn showroom.
Audio
Audio Research Announces Updates to Reference Series
Releases updates for the 6SE preamp and Reference 750SE mono power amplifier.
News
AudioControl Appoints Phoenix Marketing Group as Reps
Phoenix now provides AudioControl’s home audio representation for the Southeast region.
News
Frank Sterns Joins Sound United
Hired as the company’s senior vice president of commercial operations.
News
Silicon Labs and Z-Wave Alliance Expand Smart Home Ecosystem
With this change, semiconductor and software suppliers will be able to join the Z-Wave ecosystem.
News
DISH Introduces Google Nest Hello to the Hopper Platform
When the doorbell rings, Nest Hello sends on-screen notifications directly to the television.
Security
SnapAV Launches Luma 8 MP 4K Surveillance Camera
Luma 410 Series IP outdoor cameras feature 8 MP resolution with Wide Dynamic Range and advanced motion technology.
News
PowerHouse Alliance Adds AlarMax Distributors, Inc.
The 13th distributor member adds more convenient locations across the U.S. to the PowerHouse Alliance in 2020.
Home Theater
Tech Showcase: AV Receivers 2019
What the latest crop of AV receivers is delivering to today’s home theaters.
Video
AirTV Launches AirTV 2 Wi-Fi-Enabled Network Tuner
Delivers free over-the-air channels to connected devices at home and on the go.
News
Theory Audio Design Builds Worldwide Sales Force
Adding a director of sales, U.S. rep groups, and international distributors, the loudspeaker and electronics manufacturer prepares to ship its first seven products.
Connectivity
Metra Home Theater Group to Show New Smart Power Surge Protector and Conditioner at CES
Includes a free mobile app that allows users to control outlets on the surge protector remotely.
News
Azione Unlimited 2020 Marketing Initiative Launches
Plans include educational webinars, dealer playbook, and inaugural Marketing Key Leader meeting.
News
Amazon Prime Video Debuts on DISH Hopper 3
Stream Amazon Originals, movies, and TV shows directly from DISH’s Hopper platform.
News
Jenn McGuire to Lead CEDIA Global Member Services Department
Responsibilities include managing the global membership team and all of its initiatives.