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Family Room Hides TV Inside Cabinet
2010-03-29
Living room retains traditional charm thanks to disappearing TV....
The Nicest Rack at EHX Spring
2010-03-29
Middle Atlantic's RDR series sets a striking figure with built-in power and thermal management....
ESPN 3D Free to DirecTV HD Subscribers
2010-03-29
ESPN 3D, which launches June 11, will carry at least 85 live sporting in events in 2010....
Almo Adds Brian Rhatigan as Bus. Dev. Mgr.
2010-03-29
Former Electrograph exec will act as liaison between vendors and integrators....
On Stage with CE Pro All-Star Band
2010-03-29
Industry peers show off their musical talent and Julie Jacobson shows off her dancing ability....
10 Ways to Hide TVs
2010-03-29
Pop up, slide out or drop down, there are hideaway options for every type of screen....
Q&A: Inca President George Roberts
2010-03-29
Roberts talks about taking mounts and lifts for granted, product trends to watch for, and more....
CEA Names Mark of Excellence Winners
2010-03-26
Check out all the winners that were announced Friday night at EHX Spring 2010 in Orlando, Fla....
Thiel Audio, Bryston Debut Products at EHX Spring
2010-03-26
Thiel shows SCS4T freestanding speaker and Bryston debuts SP-3 pre/pro....
Dealers on Importance of EPA Lead Paint Training
2010-03-26
Dealers attending 8-hour, two-part lead paint removal program see it as a major advantage for their businesses....
iPad-Friendly ZAGGbox Adding Netflix, Vudu, Third-Party Control
2010-03-25
Cloud-based content sharing device to ship in "summer 2010."...
4 Ways to Sell Green Technologies
2010-03-25
EHX sessions reveal compelling green business strategies....
LG Adds LX9500 Full LED 3D TV
2010-03-25
LED-backlit LX9500 is 22.3mm thick with a 1080p resolution and 400Hz refresh rate....
8 Myths About 3D
2010-03-25
We debunk some old and modern misconceptions about 3D....
Circuit City Stores Returning?
2010-03-25
That might not be so far fetched, according to one report....
How to Terminate HDMI Cables in the Field
2010-03-25
BTX Technologies offers a step-by-step look at its solution that terminates HDMI cables in the field....
URC Adds KP-4000 Network Keypad System
2010-03-24
Controls pretty much anything on an IP network, including distributed audio with metadata, and subsystems throughout the house....
How to Build a Business Around Digital Signage
2010-03-24
Recurring revenue, familiar installs and an almost unlimited market make it a promising category....
7 Financial Tips for Your Business
2010-03-24
Vital benchmarks include $175,000 in revenue per employee and 5-7% net profit....
How to Improve Job Estimation
2010-03-24
Job and cost estimating are critical elements that can make or break a custom electronics project's profitability. Whether it's software or knowledge from colleagues' previous experience, CE pros ought to use every advantage at their disposal....
Calculating True Cost of Labor
2010-03-24
What you must know to properly calculate true cost of labor....
How to Cut Your Service Costs
2010-03-23
Multiple EHX Spring training sessions will look at remote monitoring systems that cut down truck rolls and create recurring revenue....
Monster's Noel Lee Will Answer Your Questions
2010-03-23
Submit your questions. We'll choose the best and ask the Head Monster....
Toshiba UX600 LED TV Delivers WiFi Web Apps
2010-03-23
Comes in 40-, 46- and 55-inch sizes with access to YouTube, Vudu, Flickr, Picasa, New York Times, Twitter and more....
MoCA, Verizon Enlist Custom Installation Pros for Whole-House Installs
2010-03-23
The Multimedia over Coax Alliance (MoCA) touts existing coaxial cables as a "no-new wires" solution for A/V distribution; Verizon needs pros for FiOS/MoCA installs...
What Do the First Home Control iPad Apps Look Like?
2010-03-23
HAI is showing off the first modeled iPad apps in its 5 training sessions at EHX Spring in Orlando March 25-27....
Sounding Off at EHX
2010-03-23
In addition to the live music of the CE Pro EHX All-Star Band, there will be plenty of good audio to be heard through demonstrations by Monitor Audio, THIEL Audio, Bryston, B&K, Sencore, Russound and many other top audio manufacturers at this week's...
Geek Squad: Let Us 'Sync' Your 3D Glasses
2010-03-22
HD Guru questions Best Buy ads, calls three different stores and talked to 3 geeks: syncing a Blu-ray player through the USB port on the 3D glasses?...
That Was Quick: Hulu Pulls Plug on Kylo
2010-03-22
Hillcrest CEO: "... it's our sincere hope that Hulu isn't restricting access."...
Q&A: Steve Delp of Magnolia
2010-03-22
Executive discusses iPad impact on Control4 and Crestron, 3D TV adoption, specialty market's struggles and how he doesn't want Magnolia to be the last specialty retailer standing....
Elan Creates No-New-Wires Lighting Control System
2010-03-22
It's powered by PulseWorx Universal Powerline Bus technology. When combined with IP-based g! system, can be controlled remotely using, for example, an iPhone....
Am I Really that Elite or Excellent?
2010-03-22
In CEA's promo for the Mark of Excellence Awards, I think they used the wrong picture...
Hands on: Hillcrest Delivers Kylo Web Browser for TVs
2010-03-22
For Windows Media Center and other HTPCs, Kylo lets users navigate the Web via a virtual keyboard and pan/zoom controls, accessible via any USB Human Interface Device (HID)...
Industry Veteran Frank White Joins ZeeVee
2010-03-21
Harman Doubles Down, Wins Customers
2010-03-20
Efforts to market Revel, Mark Levinson, Lexicon and JBL to upscale consumers — not just audiophiles — are paying off. "We outperformed the market in 2009," says VP Marc Kellom....
Everything You Need to Know About 3D
2010-03-19
Free Webinar on March 31 will outline sales and installation needs for 3D, including displays, sources, receivers and cabling....
Crestron Engineering Fair Draws over 200 Job Seekers
2010-03-19
D-Tools offers SP2 Trial Download for SI 5.5 Users
2010-03-19
D-Tools is offering a trial download of its SP2 software upgrade, which is designed for its SI 5.5 software program....
How to Capitalize on Security
2010-03-19
AAF executive director Bob Neely offers new revenue opportunities in the security industry....
3D: The Week in Review
2010-03-19
"Avatar" not coming to 3D Blu-ray in 2010, Panasonic goes on 3D tour, and Gary Shapiro says "3DTV will be a hit."...
Panasonic 3D Tour Kicks Off
2010-03-19
Touch the Future Tour will demo latest 3D technologies in 15 cities....
Tax Tip: Net Operating Loss Carryback Expanded to 5 Years
2010-03-19
Integrators can apply 2009 business losses against taxable profits earned from 2003-2008 and receive a check from the IRS....
Deborah Smith Joins CE Pro Team
2010-03-18
Former PARA and Tweeter exec to coordinate education for CE Pro LIVE! online learning event for custom dealers May 11-12, 2010....
Is Specialty Retail's Future 'Extremely Lean'?
2010-03-18
Executives from SpeakerCraft, Control4, Runco, Magnolia and more react to Jon Myer of MyerEmco's grave predictions....
SurgeX Adds 11 New Rep Firms
2010-03-18
Power conditioning company looks to establish presence in residential custom market....
Nationwide Marketing's PrimeTime! Show Draws 3,300
2010-03-18
Buying group event boasts record attendance to earn product rebates, purchased equipment at auction, and listen to motivational speakers....
JVC Intros $150K DLA-SH7NLG 4K Projector
2010-03-18
Delivers 10 megapixels (4096 x 2400) resolution with 5,000 lumens of brightness....
3D Glasses 101
2010-03-18
A closer look at 3D eye wear....
Explaining 3D Formats
2010-03-18
DPI's George Walter breaks 3D home video into three handy categories: Low Tech, Mid Tech and High Tech....
Integrator Optimism Drops Slightly in February
2010-03-17
Despite a slight drop in optimism during February 2010, the CE Pro Business Conditions Index (BCI) shows the majority of CE pros still expect business to improve over the next three months....
Tri-Ed Distribution, Northern Video Systems Merge
2010-03-17
New company called Tri-Northern Security Distribution Inc. will have 41 branches....
Utz Baldwin Talks 3D, Lighting Control
2010-03-17
Interview with MarketWatch espouses energy management, 3D TV and other home technologies....
Gary Shapiro: '3DTV will be a hit'
2010-03-17
Shapiro not the least bit worried about the lack of 3D content available....
Tiger Woods Makes 3D Return at The Masters
2010-03-17
Sony, Comcast, and The Masters team up for two hours of 3D coverage per day....
CE Pros Who Can Help Your Business
2010-03-17
Mentor Program at EHX Spring will have experienced dealers sharing tips and strategies about success....
Merging Dimmable CFLs, LEDs with Lighting Control
2010-03-17
10 programming and design tips to help combine the latest bulb and control technologies to maximize energy conservation....
No 'Avatar' 3D Blu-ray in 2010
2010-03-17
Bare-bones, movie-only release on DVD and Blu-ray hits stores April 22....
Fixing a No-Excuse HDMI Failure
2010-03-17
Current limits on Blu-ray player was only 15mA (milliamps) in comparison to the HDMI spec of 55mA....
XLO to Demo Cabling to CE Pros
2010-03-17
Tiger Woods, Glenn Beck & EHX
2010-03-16
Are booth babes relieved or disappointed by Tiger Woods' most recent announcement?...
Understanding Wireless AV Technologies
2010-03-16
Broadcast vs. unicast, long-range vs. short-range, UWB vs. Wi-fi and what you need to know for your next retrofit job....
14 Wireless Audio Products
2010-03-16
Wireless products have advanced over the years, allowing consumers to declutter their mess of cables. Here are solutions that use the latest in wireless technologies....
Uber Music Server from Autonomic, S1Digital: 1TB, Cloud Storage, Sync, Home Control
2010-03-16
Autonomic Mirage Media Server from S1Digital lets users store, play and schedule music from five local sources, Internet radio and content stored in the cloud...
Deadline for CE Pro 100 Extended to March 22
2010-03-16
Entries accepted through March 22 for industry's most prestigious list....
Tips for Installing WAPs Outdoors
2010-03-15
Try to avoid causes for signal degradation when setting up wireless access points outside your clients' homes....
HTSA Names Dana Innovations as Vendor Partner
2010-03-15
Sonance, iPort and TRUFIG product lines now available for members of the Home Technology Specialists of America....
7 Ways to Stream Live Sports
2010-03-15
Many are thinking about cutting their cable and satellite cords. But what if you're a sports nut and you need that multigame MLB or NFL package?...
Best Buy, Cisco Invest in Wireless HD Chipmaker
2010-03-15
SiBeam Inc. gets $36.5M in funding from Cisco, Best Buy, Panasonic and Samsung to accelerate mmWave wireless HD solution....
Licensing Chief: Still No Such Thing as 'Wireless HDMI'
2010-03-15
HDMI Licensing president Steve Venuti tells CE Pro there's no test for wireless or field-terminatable HDMI, so none of these products are HDMI-certified....
Ceton Fesses Up: Quad CableCard Tuner to Ship May 31
2010-03-15
Ceton knew March 31 deadline couldn't be met, but delayed announcement; new InfiniTV digital cable tuner products ready to pre-order for $399 exclusively at Zones but program is limited...
Channel Vision Names Kauai Vacation Giveaway Winner
2010-03-15
Brian Flint of Audio Video Specialists in Duarte, Calif. wins 7-day trip to Hawaii for high-end installation....
Daily 10: Bad 3D Movies Are Bad for 3D
2010-03-12
News from around the Web: Avatar director James Cameron criticizes bad 3D, Walmart wins battle of retailers, and Blu-ray is coming to your local Redbox....
Sherbourn Re-Enters Home Theater Market with Pre/Pro
2010-03-12
Company: It was "right not to rush the launch and handle issues via software updates." It will also release a slew of eco-friendly products....
Tracking a $20M Install: Finalizing Design
2010-03-12
In the latest installment of tracking a 28,000-square-foot home installation, the home systems are starting to jell and the integrator list has been narrowed....
14 Unusual Ways to Use Security Sensors
2010-03-12
Keep the kids out of the liquor cabinet, trigger the exhaust fan when someone sits on the toilet, virtually bark at the deer, and more...
Fewer Builders to Offer Home Tech in 2011
2010-03-12
CEA/NAHB research shows double-digit drop in percentage of builders offering integrated home technologies two years from now....
TapouT Theater is a Mixed Martial Arts Knockout
2010-03-12
Integrator enlists TruAudio to build custom speakers for MMA company's Gladiator-themed Charles "Mask" Lewis memorial theater....
Daily 10: Exclusive First Review of Panasonic 3D TV: 4 out of 5
2010-03-11
Top CE news from around the Web: Greatest misconceptions about 3D, Sony's answer to Wii, do smart meters threaten privacy?......
Where Did Cannon's CETON Quad Digital Cable Tuner Go?
2010-03-11
Cannon PC was showing a $399 CETON multi-channel DCT scheduled to ship March 31. Now the product is nowhere to be found....
Parks Associates: Integrators Down Only 4% in 2009
2010-03-11
Research firm's study differs from CE Pro State of the Industry report, which found a 51% drop in 2009....
Multitasking Bodes Well for iPad as Automation Touchscreen
2010-03-11
iPhone software update 4.0 will support multitasking, so we can assume the iPad will too. Will that disrupt the touchscreen balance of power?...
How to Spec, Sell Built-to-Order Products
2010-03-11
One-off product sales offer more margin, lower inventory costs and higher customer satisfaction....
Healthy Video Screens? There's a Green Certification for That!
2010-03-11
Stewart Filmscreen has earned the GreenGuard designation for video projection screens that are safe to be around...
Crestron Controls Are ARRA Compliant
2010-03-11
Crestron's product line qualifies for use in federal stimulus-funded projects because of they are made in the U.S. and offer energy savings options....
10 Awesome Resources & Tools for Touchscreen Design
2010-03-11
GUI developer Aaron Craig of NTDesigns shares great online tools, tutorials, and tips for beginner and expert interface designers...
SnapAV Opens Distribution Center in Fresno, Calif.
2010-03-10
New facility enables one-day product delivery, cutting shipping costs by up to 35% for West Coast dealers....
Brand Analysis: Front Projectors
2010-03-10
EH Research breaks down the most frequently used front projector brands from the past year, as well as the category's market size and average spending by CE pros....
Daily 10: Memo to iPhone App Developers: Consult Your Lawyer
2010-03-10
News from around the Web: DVD sales dropping off, what TiVo Premiere DVRs lack, and PS3 will win the console war....
$175 Series 3 Tivo: Deal or No Deal?
2010-03-10
Would you rather wait for TiVo Premiere or take advantage of the numerous sales on Series 3 DVRs?...
Do's and Don'ts of In-Wall Speaker Installs
2010-03-10
Wisdom Audio VP of sales Jon Herron offers tips on perfecting in-wall speaker installs....
Panasonic 3D System is Exclusive to Best Buy's Magnolia
2010-03-10
Includes 50-inch 1080p plasma, 3D Blu-ray player and glasses for $2,899.99. TV and Blu-ray player are Best Buy exclusives....
7 Reasons to Install IP Cameras
2010-03-10
Digital security cameras with built-in recording and analytical functions are less expensive, greener and open up new markets....
CBS Will Show NCAA Men's Final Four in 3D
2010-03-10
LG Electronics, CBS Sports and Cinedigm Digital Cinemas have teamed to offer the culmination of March Madness in 3D at select theaters....
AMX Sheds 700 Dealers, Rewards Most Committed Group
2010-03-10
As part of its new multi-tiered Bullseye incentive program, AMX dropped some dealers, added tech-support fees for others, and increased services and rebates for the most loyal partners...
Francis Ford Coppola to Work with SIM2
2010-03-10
The Italian projector manufacturer has been working with the legendary filmmaker since 2008 to help the company meet the performance standards required by the Hollywood filmmaking community....
Lessons from Home Builders: 'Semi-Custom' Solutions
2010-03-10
Former custom-only home builders are reinventing themselves as semi-custom providers, offering pre-packed solutions with a list of options. What can integrators learn?...
What Does "Avatar" Oscar Loss Mean for 3D?
2010-03-09
Is Hollywood indicating it sees 3D as just a passing fad?...
Onkyo Adds 3D-Ready, THX-Certified Receivers
2010-03-09
Flagship $599 TX-SR608 is a 7.2-channel THX-Select2 Plus certified model with HDMI 1.4....
Daily 10: Is Amazon 'iPadding Up' Its Kindle?
2010-03-09
News from around the Web: Google to help you flip channels and Steve Jobs e-mails a guy named Jezper....
A Monster Sounding Disc from George Benson
2010-03-09
George Benson's new record "Songs and Stories" from Concord Music Group and Monster Music, offers music fans a choice of audio formats that should satisfy everyone from the never-satisfied audiophile, to the on-the-go iPod fanatic....
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