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AV App Show Episode 006: Crestron App

Join our hosts Matt Scott and HiPhi ‘The AV Professional’ as they bring you all the latest “happs” on the apps. In this episode, Matt and HiPhi discuss the Crestron app by Crestron and how this is one...

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AV App Show Episode 007: Infocomm Apps

Join our hosts Matt Scott and HiPhi ‘The AV Professional’ as they bring you all the latest “happs” on the apps. In this episode, Matt and HiPhi discuss the Infocomm Show 2014 app by Infocomm and why...

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AVWeek Episode 147: Radio Gaga

Honeywell makes a Nest knockoff. Where do you get your emergency gear now that Radio Shack is heading down? We go over what we expect from InfoComm next week. Plus, we lay out another layer of the...

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AV App Show Episode 008: AV Aid

Join our hosts Matt Scott and HiPhi ‘The AV Professional’ as they bring you all the latest “happs” on the apps. In this episode, Matt and HiPhi discuss the AV Aid app brought to you by Dave Levy. We...

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AVWeek Episode 159: If It’s Not On Netflix

It’s our Commercial Integrator 40 Under 40 Show. We talk about landing HUGE contracts and when to say “no” to them. AV giving IT the standardization they are looking for. Plus, Have we entered the...

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AVWeek Episode 168: ‘Ello and Goodbye

George Feldstein, the Crestron founder, passed away this week. We talk about his impact on the AV industry. Who will come out on top of the connected home battle? Plus, we talk about the future of...

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AVWeek Episode 171: Screen Creep

Home Depot has a new home automation evangelist. Time Square unveiled the world’s largest digital signage. Plus, how do you prevent, or manage, scope creep? Host: Tim Albright Guests:  George Tucker,...

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AVWeek 198: Look Ma, No Hands!

This week we look at Google’s Project Soli. It’s the Drunk Unkles’ 10th anniversary. We talk about the Thunderbolt/USB-C connections. What will it take to save Hi-Fi audio? Plus,  Andrea Medeiros talks...

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AVWeek Episode 214: We Are The Glue

Lighting to replace Wifi?, VR to make huddle rooms passe’?, Sonos loses round 1 in court, these stories and more… Host: George Tucker Guests:  Jonathan Blackwood,Glenn Jystad, Malissa Dillman Runtime:...

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AVWeek Episode 215: It’s the Illuminati

Join us to discuss:   Google’s Secret plans, IoT Bums out Electrical Engineering,  Predictions for your living room, Vinyls back and profitable…. These stories and more! Host:  George Tucker Panelists:...

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AVWeek Special: Plays Well With Others

Tivo is sort of trying to revive Aereo. You can get an orange belt in TIO. There have been some exits from the CEDIA board. The post AVWeek Special: Plays Well With Others appeared first on AVNation TV.

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ResiWeek Episode 1: Blame Uncle Richie

After a few pilot episodes we roll out a weekly look at the residential AV market. Amazon Echo could be a Trojan Horse into your client’s homes. Get ready for sensors everywhere. We also tackle a...

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ResiWeek Episode 4: The Future of Sharp

Macintosh Labs has announced a number of products will be available online. What does this do to high-end audio retailers? How does a company get themselves picked for a home builder’s control system?...

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ResiWeek Episode 9: Alexa Skynet

Amazon has released a way to DIY your own Echo. What does this mean for residential integrators? We talk about how to help your customers do their own homework, even when they aren’t hiring you. Plus,...

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ResiWeek Episode 17: Ok, Google

Google has a new product that will compete with Amazon’s Echo. What will this do to push forward the smart home? How exactly do yogurt 120 volts on a coax cable line? Plus, we talk about what value...

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ResiWeek Episode 27: Wild, Wild West

Origin Acoustics has become the master distributor for iRoom. Consumer confidence is up in the tech sector. How do residential dealers market what they do? Plus, Staples is getting out of the smart...

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ResiWeek Episode 39: Open Homes

Onkyo is restructuring their organization. We talk about future trends in home automation. Is the smart home ripe for hackers? Host: Matt Scott Guests: Jason Knott – CE Pro Ted Green – Strata-Gee Jason...

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ResiWeek Episode 40: Real World Automation

On this week’s show we talk about selling UHD and 4K in the home and how to best demo a system. A look ahead to what 2017 will look like in business and the tech. Plus, where voice control fits into...

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ResiWeek 66: I’m Getting Fevers

How to add remote support services to your audiovisual business. UEI buys smart thermostat maker RCS. Putting your AV firm on social. The post ResiWeek 66: I’m Getting Fevers appeared first on AVNation...

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ResiWeek 69: Survey Says

Sony seems like they are getting their act together. What products do the top residential dealers use? Plus, we look at LTE control systems from Verizon. Video available below Host: Matt D. Scott...

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ResiWeek 73: Acquisition Day

On this week’s episode – Snap AV gets Acquired, Vanco acquires Beale Street Audio, and does smart home data really mean anything? Video available below Host: Matt D. Scott Guests: Joe Whitaker –...

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State of Control 35: Software Bonnaroo

AV Control Programmers are an interesting lot, often seen simultaneously as both as a boon and bane on a project. On this episode we discuss the perception of programmers, what influences our image,...

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ResiWeek 74: Help Wanted

On this episode of ResiWeek we discuss Sony’s new speaker-less TV’s, where to find good help, growing the industry and Matt schemes to take off both Canada Day and July 4th. Video available below Host:...

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ResiWeek 77: Amazon Hordes

Microsoft has a new Cortina embedded thermostat, URC releases Total Control 2 and Amazon is forming its own Geek Squad. Video available below Host: Matt D. Scott Guests: Ted Green – Ted Green Twitter...

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ResiWeek 90: My Electronic Toddler

The increasing confusion around DIY home automation. Easing into voice control and automation. Video available below Host: Matt Scott Guests: Rich Fregosa – Fregosa Design Rich Bira – Fibaro Links to...

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ResiWeek 91: Piccirilli Phonograph

HTSA now includes lighting and DTS has an Alexa Speaker, this and more…. Video available below Host: Matt Scott Guests: Joe Piccirilli – Rosewater Energy Website Charlie Jones – Ametek Website Joe...

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Worldwide local C4 demo

Control4 and their dealers made a showing of off the Control4 Certified Showroom globally, and locally for audiovisual dealers and their customers. The post Worldwide local C4 demo appeared first on...

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Control4 controls your holiday scenes

Controlling holiday lighting, music, and ambience with Control4 automation The post Control4 controls your holiday scenes appeared first on AVNation TV.

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Introducing the Z-Wave 700

New chipset for the Z-Wave platform gives audiovisual manufacturers new tools, longer range The post Introducing the Z-Wave 700 appeared first on AVNation TV.

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ResiWeek 151: Best of 2018

Taking a look at the most interesting stories of 2018. The post ResiWeek 151: Best of 2018 appeared first on AVNation TV.

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ResiWeek 155: Vape Pen of Automation

Wi-Fi automation at CES 2019, Savant's new 4K video tiling, and sleeping on smart lights. The post ResiWeek 155: Vape Pen of Automation appeared first on AVNation TV.

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ResiWeek 156: More Abilities

Positioning automation partners, a successful RMR plan by plumbers, and a rapid improvement plan for your business. The post ResiWeek 156: More Abilities appeared first on AVNation TV.

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Control4 expands for quicker US shipping

Control4 adds Kentucky distribution center to get product to residential dealers more quickly. The post Control4 expands for quicker US shipping appeared first on AVNation TV.

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ResiWeek 164: Revenue Share

ADT debuts Command & Control, Josh.ai partners with LG for voice control integration, and Dish offers a new revenue program for custom installers. The post ResiWeek 164: Revenue Share appeared...

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ResiWeek 167: I Don’t Need Tweezer

SnapAV has a new alarm system, Disney details their streaming service, and discussing on-demand AV services. The post ResiWeek 167: I Don’t Need Tweezer appeared first on AVNation TV.

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Josh.ai brings voice to Dish Hopper

Josh.ai partners with Dish Networks to bring voice control to your satellite system. The post Josh.ai brings voice to Dish Hopper appeared first on AVNation TV.

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Home OS 3 from Crestron live and available

OS 3 from Crestron is live now, bringing latest #SmartHome technology to residential AV dealers. The post Home OS 3 from Crestron live and available appeared first on AVNation TV.

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Josh.ai focuses on security, functionality at CEDIA Expo

At CEDIA Expo 2019 Josh.ai will focus on increased functionality and higher degrees of security. The post Josh.ai focuses on security, functionality at CEDIA Expo appeared first on AVNation TV.

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ResiWeek 196: Clicks Versus Bricks

Control4 launches their new Neeo remote, looking at the future of universal remotes, and Anixter is acquired for $3.8 billion. The post ResiWeek 196: Clicks Versus Bricks appeared first on AVNation TV.

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Blackwire Designs introduces new Control4 driver

The Service Call Killer eliminates the need for service calls to power cycle devices that have fallen offline. The post Blackwire Designs introduces new Control4 driver appeared first on AVNation TV.

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ResiWeek 202: Two-Factor Authentication

Why you should enable two-factor authentication, the rise of the mid-level market, and selling human-centric lighting to your clients. The post ResiWeek 202: Two-Factor Authentication appeared first on...

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Legrand AV Residential Solutions highlights unified systems for the smart...

Luxul, Nuvo, QMotion, and Vantage will come together to transform the smart home with networking, audio, shading, and lighting systems. The post Legrand AV Residential Solutions highlights unified...

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Crestron unveils new Crestron Home Configurator for pre-job site prep

The cloud-based management platform allows home automation technicians to pre-configure devices before the hardware arrives or the truck rolls to the project. The post Crestron unveils new Crestron...

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Josh.ai raises $11 million, increasing total investment to $22 million

The company will use the capital to scale its team, increase its distribution network and expand its hardware and software offerings. The post Josh.ai raises $11 million, increasing total investment to...

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Crestron Home integrates with Lutron lighting and shade control

Through the alliance, Crestron Home will integrate seamlessly with Lutron’s RA2 Select, RadioRA 2, and HomeWorks with QS and QSX control systems Crestron Home, through an alliance with Lutron...

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Josh.ai joins first buying group with Azione Unlimited

Azione’s membership of custom installers, home technology professionals, and manufacturers will now gain access to Josh.ai’s proprietary voice control products and more Josh.ai continues expanding the...

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ClareOne debuts Wireless Security and Smart Home Panel

ClareOne integrates with Control4 enabling the system to scale up to advanced home automation features and full media integration Clare Controls has announced the immediate availability of its ClareOne...

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AVNation Special: One-on-One With Kat Wheeler

Talking to Kat Wheeler about her new book based on the AV industry, There Is No Cloud. The post AVNation Special: One-on-One With Kat Wheeler appeared first on AVNation TV.

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