Residential Product and Technology News at ISE 2008
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1. HD resolutions up to 1080p with multichannel digital audio The HDMI CAT 5 MS Extender offers reliable delivery up to 100m over CAT5 with complete HDMI and HDCP compliance built in The HD 1000 for HDMI v1 3 will work up to 100m and is compatible with all HDMlI based disk players satellite boxes and displays software tools D Tools stand F09 is showing the latest release of its award winning System Integrator software SI5 The result of feedback from customers SI5 is available for download to current users and includes new features and enhancements such as EZ Match Data Import for importing data from a price book or a bill of materials and merge with existing data QuickBooks 2008 US compatibility AutoCAD 2008 compatibility Add Products to Multiple Locations from Add Product Package Dialogues Database Estimated Price Preview Update Case in Projects for enforcing consistent casing of manufacturer category and model fields Spell Check Improved Project Check out and more Protect against your worst nightmare This simple AC outlet can be pure evil At its kindest it passes unfiltered AC power which can make your sensitive audio and video gear behave in unpredictable ways At its most sinister it can shove spikes into your expensive equipment that can leave it damaged or even ruined Don t let your equipment be a victim of bad power Furman s power conditioners protect against surges spikes and wiring faults and2. and sound pressure levels Armour Home stand N64 is introducing the Q Acoustics Q AV 5 1 style home cinema speaker package Designed to fit below a modern flat screen television the front three left centre and right channel speakers fit onto a patented bracket which adjusts for both width and front to back depth This allows the speakers to be pertectly aligned with all 37 50 flatscreen televisions Also included is a flexible single speaker grille assembly which adjusts like a trombone slide to ensure an exact fit To complete the illusion the Q Acoustics badge is magnetic and if required can be removed leaving no branding other than that of the television Sound reproduction without unsightly speakers or cable is what is being offered by in akustik stand L150 Its AmbienTech system consists of AmbienTone sound walls that fit invisibly into the wall and AmbienTrack cable conduit systems AmbienTone sound walls are two way flat diaphragm loudspeakers based on a bending wave transducer They D amp M Installation marantz PROFESSIONAL DENON marantz Kingsbridge House Padbury Oaks 575 583 Bath Road Longford Middlesex UB7 OEH United Kingdom are integrated into modified plasterboard panels which are installed in a dry lined wall AmbienTone can be connected to commercially available amplifiers and have an output of 40Watt 4Ohm impedance and a frequency response of 80Hz 18kHz They are suitable for mono stere
3. for the ceiling are three new models of the TIME motorised speaker The drivers in each model are mounted at a fixed 45 degree angle inside a cylinder which descends from the ceiling when activated The installer then manually rotates the cylinder toward the listening area and this returns to its flush position when deactivated RBH Sound stand K87a is previewing one of its new SX series loudspeakers in the JOIN A WINNING CONCEPT Visit Stand N80 to check out our state of the art solutions e Adapt Home Control e Adapt BMS e Adapt Hotel Solutions and our exciting International Partner opportunities ADAPT Control Solutions Adapt Control Solutions AS 47 22 70 35 00 e www adaptcontrol com Have You SN i a distributed solution Presenting the Vantage Axium 450 Series Multi Room Amplifier Not only does it provide high performance sound but it seamlessly switches audio and video sources and fills my entire home with sound VAN TAGE Your Fast Chet in Automati amp Lighting Control Superior Sound Easy Integration Vantage Reliability Vantage emea Binnendijk 40 9130 Beveren Belgium T 32 0 3 773 31 06 F 32 0 3 773 31 05 www vantage emea com Visit us at ISE booth J23 Hall 1 to see more of Vantage Weibel Lift AG LACKEY Weibel projector lifts deliver unequalled quality and precision through a patented innovative engineering system The Weibel Home 150 pr
4. I nwires www hiddenwires eu ingegrated Systems Europe Residential Product and Technology News at ISE 2008 This special edition HiddenWires print supplement looks at new products and technology for the residential custom install market at ISE 2008 For further coverage visit ise hiddenwires co uk The trend in home automation is towards whole house control This includes not only traditionally automatable functions such as lighting blinds HVAC and sprinklers but AV systems too The focus this year is on totally integrated systems and ease of control with more manufacturers offering remote access via mobile and the Internet For those who Whole house control Adapt Control Solutions stand N80 is showing the Adapt HomeControl for distributed video and audio control of HVAC lighting shutters blinds gates and garage doors security PC networking messaging and information system for timetables cinema schedules ordering takeout and taxis It uses in wall control panels wireless PCs WAP and remote web based control and programming Designed to be user friendly its graphical interface can be customised to create for example unique lighting scenes and sequences of events for moming routines all without the assistance of a qualified programmer AMX stands K36 and C62 is offering training seminars presented in five languages at stand K36 and exhibits at stand C62 These cover audio and video switching co
5. and content in any zone from any location simultaneously Asheridge stand Q1888 is showing the ZoN out of the box multiroom audio system from US based Oxmoor Corporation The ZoN ZAS 430 offers six zones of audio and features an LCD display for control while the compact ZAS 130 is a space saving four zone option AV receivers Three new full HD AV receivers are being launched by DMi D amp M Installation stand K49 The new models one from Denon and two from Marantz provide support for HD resolution video signals with extensive HDMI connectivity and all of the latest 7 1 channel audio formats as well as compressed audio formats The Denon AVR 4308DAB HD features Ethernet USB and wi fi based networking and media streaming while the Marantz SR8002 and SR7002 HD models are the company s most advanced AV receivers to date and include new M DAX technology for enhanced playback of compressed audio formats server s Another launch by DMi D amp M Installation stand K49 is the Escient Vision Series of HD digital media servers These include support for 1080p video and the ability to ingest content from DVD titles The Vision range comprises the VS Series all in one HD media server and player platform the VC 1 networked client player and the large capacity VX 600 media server VS Series all in one media servers are designed for single room www hiddenwires eu installations The VC 1 provides the same feature
6. back and dynamic user interfaces by selecting from a downloadable list of pre configured modules and customised modules can also be easily programmed Vantage stand J23 is presenting the Axium 450 series multiroom amplifier Also on show is WebPoint 2 0 software that allows the home owner to access monitor and modify the Vantage home control system using a PC or a handheld web device from anywhere in the world This can be used to 5 loudspeakers designed for limited soace applications At only 51 mm deep slim is in For more information visit www speakercraft com ISE 2008 control and monitor lights thermostats and other systems WebPoint 2 0 also provides analogue USB camera support and can save video clips when it detects motion BMB stand K28 is introducing the Niles iRemote TS control remote with colour touchscreen This employs ZigBee two way wireless technology and is designed for operating the IntelliControl ICS whole house distributed audio video system and automating sophisticated home theatre systems Designed for whole house control the new Tactum 15W from Vity stand J109 is a 15 multimedia LCD wall tabletop touchpanel with a TCP IP connection The user can surf the Internet check mail and connect to other IP Vity controllers to control lights shutters and HVAC Its integrated webcam and loudspeakers allow it be used as a videophone and its USB port supports connection to a DVB T tuner Light
7. deliver perfectly pure filtered AC With a wide selection of models designed to fit any application there s no better way to protect your equipment and improve its performance than Furman Furman Sound LLC www FurmanSound com www ingeniumsl com ingenium ci Ingenium provides tailormade solutions for a wide range of home automation needs including lighting and heating controls discreet touch screen system management and remote access to system controls via the Internet Discreet touch screen control The lighting and heating controls enable property managers and residents to control timing temperature and even the ambience of the light and heat in any room Remote access via the Internet With an ETHBUS Ingenium web server installed and connected to the home automation system clients can literally enter their home and control all its functions remotely from wherever they may be in the world as a Piwi i Intelligent home technology from Ingenium takes care of the little tasks that can make a big difference to day to day life Ingenium homeowners enjoy unprecedented levels of comfort security and convenience Energy efficiency made easy Smart home technology within everyone s reach Exhibiting at Palme Install ME Dubai 27 29 April 2008 Stand 8B24 Frankfurt Light amp Building Sh
8. ecision lift only needs 15cm including the projector to be built into the ceiling All Weibel lifts deliver highest precision in terms of maximum horizontal deviation of less than 0 1mm less than 2 human hairs All Weibel lifts are manufactured in Swit zerland achieving the highest quality for our customers and have a 5 year guarantee www weibellift com info weibellift com ISE 2008 ISE Home Cinema display The series will include matching tower centre and surround speakers in both 4 and 6 driver sizes and a new subwoofer The speaker on show is the SX4T tower This can handle 250W and has a frequency response of 35Hz 20kHz It features a swept back teardrop shaped cabinet which rests on a high gloss black base Available in cherry rosewood and black ebony it has a 1 silk dome tweeter a 4 aluminium midrange driver four 4 aluminium woofers and a 3 front firing port For those wanting the flattest of finishes SpeakerCraft stand C70 is showing eight new versions of the NEAT in wall and in ceiling speakers that leave no exterior flange exposed The company is also showcasing 8 10 and 12 versions of its Cinema in wall subwoofers powered by a dedicated outboard amplifier in corresponding 150W 200W and 250W versions And for elite sound installations SpeakerCratt is offering the new Plus series of enclosed and ported loudspeakers for increased dynamic range frequency response
9. he new design allows accurate on wall TV positioning without the need to disturb walls by cutting into studs or installing headers and can retrofit to existing constructions with minimal drywall work Chief stand K14 is also showing the CM2C40 automated ceiling lift for high end installations Designed for applications where the flat panel needs to be hidden when not in use the CM2C40 provides fast up down travel at over 2 51mm per second with customisable stops It supports flat panel TVs up to 61 and weighing a maximum of 190lbs 86 2kg and has a proprietary Auto Drive gliding system that offers fast and quiet adjustment The CM2C40 provides up to 40 101 6cm of travel with a stored height of only 31 787mm and a cable management system is included Peerless stand L87 is debuting twelve new SmartMount articulating arm wallmount platform people DENON PROFESSIONAL www dm i eu ISE 2008 models that accommodate TVs from 32 63 These provide four internal cable management channels for cable routing each with 1 of cable storage space per channel The channels allow easy management of A V cables and even pro cord bundles keeping them virtually hidden from sight Horizontal adjustment on the wall plate is up to 10 75 and single stud or double stud mount models are available Peerless is also showing the SP850 UNL SmartMount pull out swivel wallmount for 32 to 58 flatpanel TVs and
10. ing Lutron stand O75 is featuring its range of lighting control and Sivoia QED shades curtains and roman blinds drives On show is the HomeWorks lighting control system being controlled by RF HomeWorks keypads as well as the Phillips Pronto New seeTouch International HomeWorks keypads offer the choice of personalised engraving infrared receiver control for intelligent remotes and contact closure inputs for connection to motion detectors and door sensors Lutron s latest consumer dimmers support loads up to 500W and include new metallic finishes The company is also offering installers a design and layout service that meets the latest environmental criteria Crestron stands F14 and F23 is showing a new series of European lighting control products that are programmable using Crestron software tools and controllable using Crestron keypads and touchpanels Multiroom AY Making its European debut from SpeakerCraft stand C70 is MODE Free A z This RF wireless version of the original MODE keypad offers full control of multiroom A V sources from a palm sized portable display which can be docked at the wall or tabletop It offers scroll and click navigation and the ability to display song information from iPod music servers XM tuners and the new iPhone A full colour screen allows eight different music or video sources to be selected in up to sixteen different zones and multiple users may access and adjust volume source
11. ing the AVAtrix home theatre matrix router with six inputs and seven outputs expandable up to 37 outputs and the DuoDrive and SixDrive systems Unicam is also demonstrating a full HDCP compliant HDMI distribution system The new Model 9879 CAT5 receiver is a Decora style wallplate that fits a single gang j box Its front and rear facing IR jacks are compatible with free standing and in wall IR receivers The Model 9880 is a surface or in wall mountable enclosed receiver www hiddenwires eu Smart e stand 190 is exhibiting a range of mid and high end SNX range matrices including the one cable solution This allows transmission of HD signals up to 1080p digital audio and power all via one cable The matrices can distribute and switch all formats of video and transmit professional high quality sound and images from DVD players set top boxes video cameras laptops and PCs to LCD and plasma screens cinematic projectors PC monitors and speakers at a distance of up to 300m The switches also feature infrared and RS232 control passthrough IR and RS422 matrix control options inline power and plasma friendly eyes Also for applications where HD video must travel beyond a few meters Gefen stand H47 is offering a selection of HDTV extenders Depending on the signal distance from source to display users have the option of selecting fibre optic or CAT5 cables to work with Gefen s sender receiver system to deliver
12. ntrol and distribution products resulting from the recent integration of ProCon Technology Endeleo AutoPatch and Matrix Audio Designs into the AMX Group Making their European debut SpeakerCraft prefer to own content rather than rent it there is a growing number of servers available offering ever more sophisticated features There are also many ingenious speaker and display mounting solutions to help users enjoy this content There are installation and design tools and a range of training opportunities HD support up to 1080p is a key feature among distribution and switching products plus numerous solutions for distributing media over CAT5 ISE 2008 promises to be a great show for the residential custom installer with some exciting technology on offer are the 5 2 Modero ViewPoint widescreen touchpanel MVP 5200i with stylish design high resolution graphics wireless mobility digital intercom functionality and extended battery life and the Metreau voice and video over IP V2IP enabled door communication and entry system AMX is also demonstrating products from its Matrix high quality multiroom distributed audio systems The Adagio Media System AMS from Crestron stands F14 and F23 adds sophisticated surround sound processing and video for home theatre to the Adagio family s complete whole house audio distribution The new AMS AIP adds professional quality video scaling up to 1080p as well as on screen con
13. o 5 1 surround and multiroom configurations Wet areas and outdoors A hot bath ready and waiting for when you get home is what Unique Automation stand T1888 is offering The Bathomatic digital bath filler allows users to switch on the bath from anywhere inside or outside the home It has a basic touchscreen interface in the bathroom but can also be controlled by AMX Crestron and other automation systems via RS232 or TCP IP Aquavision stand Q85 is debuting its Series HD Ready waterproof TVs for wet and steamy areas Available in 17 4 3 19 26 32 and 40 widescreen sizes the new models have an RS232 control port which is fully compatible with most home automation systems enabling the television to be controlled from a compatible touchpanel anywhere in the home The TVs also feature integrated Freeview digital and analogue tuners component video S Video and analogue PC inputs twin HDMI inputs on the 32 and 40 models single HDMI on the 17 19 and 26 models full SCART connection and built in games For outdoors Aquivo stand Q166 is showing a range of LCD screens that are resistant to water dust and humidity Available in a variety of different sizes including the 55 which is the largest available on the market Aquivo comes in fully sealed lightweight aluminium frames with a toughened glass front and is designed to endure extreme weather conditions while maintaining brightness con
14. ow Frankfurt 6 11 April 2008 Ingenium as Smart3 UK Distributor Smart Home Show NEC Birmingham 10 13 April 2008 Stand A158 EE Grand Designs London Excel 3 11 May 2008 Stand B15 South Hall Ingenium S L Tel 34 985 118 859 export ingeniumsl com O wBUSing Wain Wane i Relax youve just found the perfect multi room partner Join the new Opus Certified Installer Programme and share in our success In addition to our range of critically acclaimed systems Opus is set to launch a fresh new range of models including a sensational colour touchscreen keypad to offer you everything you need from a multi room partner We ve also developed a completely new training programme to ensure every installer is as expert as our own support team naturally we ll also be there when you need us most The heart and soul of your home Add one of the industry s best marketing support programmes and you ll find you ve joined forces with a true partner one whose success you can be part of To find out more about our new Certified Installer Programme call 44 0 20 7089 1888 or e mail info opus eu WWW opus eu
15. s but without the hard drive storage and up to five VC clients can run from a single VS unit streaming media over standard Gigabit Ethernet and enabling expansion of multiroom systems New from Imerge stand J13 is the MP1000 Networked MediaPlayer This expands the number of independent playback sources and control interfaces in an MS5000 MediaServer based system It offers integrated TV based control and not only plays content from a networked MS5000 server but CDs and DVDs also via its built in optical drive So as well as being used in a centralised analogue distributed rack based installation MP1000s can also be used in room connected via CAT5 Ethernet For video the MP1000 has integrated upscaling and de interlacing hardware for video quality up to 1080p Kaleidescape stand K63 is showing a new operating system that has the ability to automatically synchronise music from a Kaleidescape System to iTunes on a PC iPod or other digital music player a customisable classical music interface greater data safety in the event of disk drive failure and new options for sharing personalised movie scripts and favourite scenes with other Kaleidescape users Loudspeakers Among the products on show from SpeakerCraft stand C70 is the new AccuFit UltraSlim series of ceiling speakers With a depth of only 5lmm the two UltraSlim models feature a single dome tweeter surrounded by four 3 drivers two mid range and two woofers Also
16. s ranges of interconnects Both are offered in families dedicated to video analogue audio digital audio and digital video The Series 9 is the company s new flagship cable while the Series 7 uses less costly materials in selected less critical positions For projects where an installer has pre wired with CAT5e cable and now wishes to add additional services at the data outlet plate Asheridge stand Q1888 offers the MuxLab range This includes a choice of VGA passive long reach active digital audio and stereo hi fi baluns PS2 converters and an HDTV component video hub Power and wiring On the Elan Sunfire stand L49 are new Elite power management products from Furman With smooth contours of black steel and clear blue LED lights they offer the same performance and technologies as the existing Elite series The Elite 10E i features a digital AC voltage meter and proprietary Series Multi Stage Protection Plus SMP technology which combines three filtering and protection circuits In addition to SMP technology the Elite 16 PF E i features Furman s Power Factor Technology for optimum performance for power amplifiers and powered subwoofers providing a reservoir of over 55A peak current on demand to eliminate the ill effects of line impedance and current compression on dynamic audio content Distribution and switching Unicam stand E70 is showing Audio Authority high definition CAT5 distribution products includ
17. the PRG precision gear projector mount that offers pin point image alignment with a simple turn of a knob For those interested in easy and secure installation of short throw projectors Chief stand K14 is announcing the WPA projector wallmount This allows the projector to be adjusted from and to the wall from 2 up to 12 5 It also offers quick connection and disconnection of the projector and easy wall distance adjustability all without tools and a security hardware kit Compatible with all short throw models custom interfaces are available for Sanyo Hitachi and Toshiba Cables and connectors ICM stand A52 has expanded its line of compression tools to include the F Conn Standalone Splice Connector This improves signal quality and reduces installation time by allowing installers to terminate cables directly to a wall plate For installations in cramped and confined spaces the company offers the F Conn Right Angle Connector with a patented 360 degree compression ring This ensures quality signals and solid permanent connections as well as a positive stop that guides the cable into the connector BTX stand C67 is showing the MaxBlox EZ termination system comprising 15 pin VGA connectors with Phoenix contact terminal blocks DB9 connectors that can be terminated with a screwdriver and a solderless 3 5mm stereo connector that fits in a standard half inch D style punch On the BMB stand K28 are two new Tributarie
18. trast and colour quality It includes the latest Full HD and HD Ready technology is IP56 rated and available with a full insurance policy and anti theft bracket Also for outdoors are the new Xantech XOD Series speakers featured by BMB stand K28 product performance a Boston acoustics www hiddenwires eu These have a weather resistant construction and a locking and pivoting bracket that allows them to blend into any environment while making installation fast and simple The 6 5 design reduces dust and dirt build up and is available in a white finish Lifts and mounting Weibel Lift stand Q176 is previewing the MINI 150 projector lift This has been designed with regular 60x60cm ceiling panels in mind and as with other Weibel projector lifts only requires a depth of 15cm including the projector to be built into the ceiling In addition while traditional scissor lifts lack precision when opening and closing the hatch Weibel projector lifts use a patented spindle system that allows them to move up and down with less than 0 1mm deviation The new Chief stand K14 in wall swing arm mounts for 26 63 flat panels are designed to eliminate the need to cut studs and are less than 8 wide including the in wall box and swim arm mount The MIWV MIWU and PIWU provide a complete in wall mounting solution that ships with a pre assembled swing arm and in wall box to save time and simplify installation T
19. trol display Also on show is the latest Isys touchpanel the TPS 6L This compact wallmount offers high speed Ethernet communication for easy network integration and seamless communications with Crestron home automation solutions Philips stand K10 is showing how IH Introducing SpeakerCraft UltraSlim Completely sealed premium quality architectural Editor Yasmin Hashmi Publisher Stella Plumbridge Email info hiddenwires co uk Telephone 44 0 20 8761 1042 HiddenWires published by SYPHA is Europe s leading residential technology trade publication Comprising an online magazine and an email newsletter HiddenWires is used by over 150 000 visitors every month A free subscription is available by completing the registration form at www hiddenwires eu Copyright SYPHA 2008 All rights reserved While every reasonable effort has been made to ensure accuracy SYPHA cannot accept responsibility for any errors or omissions the ProntoScript upgrade for the Pronto TSU9600 and TSU9400 touchpanels provides an integrated two way home control solution The units can receive feedback from RS232 or P controlled devices for advanced functionality beyond simply controlling home entertainment and automation systems For example the user could check whether the lights are currently on in a given room consult temperature levels of HVAC systems or quickly read volume levels for A V devices Custom installers can configure system feed
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