Audio
Sonus faber Releases Its First Outdoor Speaker
The new Aster features two passive radiators and an easy-installation mount.
Outdoor
Technology
Screen Innovations Debuts Solo 3 Line of Indoor and Outdoor Projection Screens
The new Solo 3 — available in 375, 575, and 675 cassette sizes — replaces SI’s legacy 3 and 5 Series motorized projection screen...
Automation
Moen Expands Water Control to the Yard
The Smart Sprinkler Controller and compatible Smart Wireless Soil Sensors connect lawn irrigation to the Moen Smart Water Network.
Product Reviews
Review: SunBrite TV Veranda Series Gen 3 Outdoor 4K LED TV
Find out how the Gen 3 model improves upon its popular predecessor.
News
SunBriteTV Announces Holiday Deals
Company offers its lowest price ever on its Veranda 2 55-inch and 65-inch Full Shade Outdoor TVs.
Audio
Focal Unveils Littora Line for Outdoor and Wet Environments
Features in-wall and in-ceiling models for yachts, as well as outdoor speakers for any location.
Lighting & Shades
Martin Debuts Exterior Linear Pro Outdoor Architectural Fixture Series
The new range delivers architectural integration with low power consumption and robust lumen output.
Audio
Outdoor Subs, Rock, Landscape Speakers New at Russound
A potpourri of new speakers for the great outdoors
CEDIA Show
Destination Backyard Returns to CEDIA Expo
2022 area to feature Coastal Source and Séura in an engaging outdoor AV demonstration.
Blogs
2022 CEDIA Shares: Screen Innovations
Screen Innovations gives Residential Systems readers a sneak peek at what the company is planning for its CEDIA Expo 2022 exhibit.
Audio
Leon Expands Terra LuminSound Outdoor Speaker Line with Taller Model
An addition to Leon’s Terra LuminSound TrLs50 collection, the new 32-inch-tall Terra LuminSound Bollard includes built-in low-voltage lighting.
Connectivity
Leviton Introduces Weather-Resistant Charger/Receptacle
The Type A/C USB Weather-Resistant Charger/Receptacle offers a way to charge electronics while spending time outdoors.
Audio
Lithe Audio Enters U.S. Market With Wireless Speakers
Lineup of all-in-one ceiling, surface, and garden speakers is now available in the U.S.
Connectivity
TechLogix Launches OSPFiber for Outdoor Burial Applications
Designed to be a cost-effective solution for outdoor ISP, broadband, and network applications.
Connectivity
PoEWit Introduces Rugged Outdoor WAP
Features a durable housing constructed with military-grade aluminum and ABS plastic.
Audio
Russound Introduces New Outdoor Speakers
New models include landscape and rock speakers and subs.
Technology
SunBriteTV Introduces Its First Outdoor SmartTV
Veranda 3 Series comes equipped with Android TV, built-in Wi-Fi, and a weather-protected Chromecast connection.
Automation
URC Collaborate With FX Luminaire to Expand Smart Home Lighting Control
Seamless management of the FX Luminaire Luxor Controller is now available with URC’s Total Control.
Integration Guides
Integration Guide to Outdoor Audio: Sounds in Nature
Outdoor audio sees a surge in popularity as homeowners spend more time in their backyards.
Features
Leveling Up Your Outdoor AV Design
The rise in popularity of outdoor systems brings with it increased client expectations.
Connectivity
Platinum Tools Announces New Weatherproof RJ45 Coupler Housing
Protects almost any RJ45 coupler from dust and splashes.
Connectivity
Sommer Cable Introduces SC-Aqua Marinex Outdoor Cable
Designed for broadband cable TV, digital SAT equipment, and professional HDTV installations.
Audio
Beale Street Audio Line adds Outdoor Products
New landscape subwoofer, landscape speaker, and landscape accessory kit join the lineup.
Audio
Snap One Adds New Terrain Hardscape Subwoofer to Episode Line
The subwoofer is available individually or packaged with four 4-inch satellite speakers.
Connectivity
Leviton Introduces New Decora Weather-Resistant Receptacle
Includes a built-in shutter mechanism, which helps to prevent foreign objects from being inserted into outlets.
Lighting & Shades
Draper Brings the Indoors Outdoors at CEDIA
The Motorized Exterior FlexShade is an economical outdoor shading solution.
Audio
Origin Acoustics to Introduce New 3-Way Acoustic Landscape System at CEDIA Expo
The system includes larger woofers and an all-new amplifier.
Automation
RTI’s Water-Resistant U3 Remote Now Shipping
The new U3 water-resistant remote is completely sealed and features electronic ink display, inductive charging, and wireless programming updates.
Technology
Neptune by Peerless-AV Introduces Shade Series Outdoor TVs
The new Shade Series product line includes 55-, 65-inch, and 75-inch outdoor TV options.
News
PSB Launches Outdoor Speaker Promotion
Savings of up to 25 percent on PSB’s CS1000 and CS500 indoor/outdoor speakers.
Connectivity
New Watertight Motion Sensor From Faradite
The Motion Sensor 360 is an IP67-rated, volt-free motion sensor.
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.
Audio
All Time Lows
The latest breed of subwoofers finds new ways to bring the bass indoors, outdoors, and in confined spaces.
Audio
MSE Audio Debuts STNet Outdoor Surface Mount Speakers
The STNet Dante-enabled speakers can be setup, managed, and monitored in real-time through SoundTube software.
Audio
MSE Audio Launches Outdoor Smart Amplifier
Weatherproof OS-440 smart amplifier from MSE Audio will debut at CEDIA 2018
News
Capitol Lowers Prices on Three Peerless-AV UltraView Outdoor TVs
Peerless-AV UltraView provides a 4K display solution for outdoor theaters.
Audio
SOUNDBOKS Shipping Speaker With Merus Audio eximo Amp Technology
Copenhagen, Denmark-based SOUNDBOKS recently released a follow-up version of its party speaker, hailed by the company as “the loudest battery-powered speaker.” Among other improvements,...
Audio
Jamo Introduces New Outdoor Speaker Collection
Jamo, a Klipsch Group brand, has launched a collection of all-weather speakers designed to provide balanced, natural sound to any outdoor living environment.
News
Peerless AV Exhibits Latest Outdoor Products at CEDIA
Earl Naegele, Peerless AV’s managing director, commercial sales, introduced the company’s newest outdoor products for the residential and light commercial markets.
Audio
B&O and Origin Co-Design Outdoor Line Array Speakers
Origin Acoustics’ latest collaborative effort with Bang & Olufsen is the Terrestrial Line Array — a modular speaker system that was created for outdoor...
Audio
Klipsch to Debut 50 New Speaker Solutions at CEDIA 2017
At CEDIA, Klipsch is adding more than 50 new high-performance custom speaker solutions for residential and commercial applications that feature revolutionary new installation technologies,...
News
Soundcast’s Waterproof Speakers Now Available at National Retailers
Soundcast’s weatherproof portable VGX Series speakers are now available through the company’s first national in-store partnerships with major retailers Best Buy and Leslie's Pool...