| Issue Date: September 23, 2015 |  | » Vincent Bruno to Join CEDIA as CEO
For the last seven years, Bruno has been the marketing director for Crestron Electronics, guiding the company's global marketing strategy and leading a large team of professionals worldwide. Bruno also currently sits on CEA's TechHome Division Board.
» Atlona Ships 4K/UHD HDMI Switcher with PoE
The AT-UHD-SW-52ED switcher offers added outputs for balanced stereo audio, mirrored HDMI, and mirrored HDBaseT with Power over Ethernet. |  | » TiO to Host Home Automation Competition at CEDIA
Competitors will race against the clock to see who can configure a TiO system the fastest. The company says that it hopes attendees will have the opportunity to learn how easy it is to configure a TiO system while racing against other competitors.
» Foundation Grants Wounded Veteran Custom Smart Home
On November 19, 2010, U.S. Marine Corps Cpl. Mark Litynski's life was forever changed. After volunteering to be the point man on a foot patrol, he stepped on an improvised explosive device (IED), resulting in a bilateral above-knee amputation and amputation of his left forearm. |  | » Draper Updates Original Access Concept
Draper's original "case first, screen later" concept just got even better, according to the company, and CEDIA 2015 will provide the opportunity to see the changes up close and in person. Draper is introducing several improvements to Access ceiling-recessed projection screens, including the introduction of a new model to the line.
» Keller Joins Vantage Controls Sales Team
Vantage Controls' VP of sales, Jerry Calder, is moving to a new role leading a strategic project within Legrand's Building Controls Systems division. With Calder's move, Vantage Controls has hired Dave Keller as VP of North American sales. |  | » Autonomic Delivers Certified Control4 Driver
Autonomic is now shipping its latest certified Control4 driver that supports Control4 OS 2.7.2 and delivers an intuitive, feature-rich integration of the Mirage Music Players (MMS-2A and MMS-5A) as well as the Mirage Audio System (Mirage Media Server and matching Mirage digital amplifiers) within the Control4 environment.
» Beale Street Audio Debuts Street Smart Dealer Program
The new Street Smart Dealer program is a set of guidelines and incentives designed to protect and reward dealers who sell and support Beale Street Audio products. Street Smart consists of a Dealer Bill of Rights, a rebate program, discounts for showroom and personal use products, and a range of other practical policies designed to get dealers onboard quickly and to keep them profitable. |  | » Jason Dominique Rejoins Core Brands
Core Brands has hired Jason Dominique, who previously worked for Proficient Audio from 2005 to 2013, as national sales manager of the security channel. In this new role, Dominique will work with dealers and distributors in the residential security market.
» BidMagic 8.5 Adds QuickBooks Online Integration
This software builds a complete workflow solution including sales pipeline management, service tickets, purchase orders, project management, and mobile features. The result is system for integrators to manage their products, prices, and labor. |  | » Channel Vision to Debut New Integrated Audio Matrix
Channel Vision will debut its all-new integrated audio matrix that features control over Wi-Fi from a smartphone, tablet, or computer and allows more integration options into other whole house audio systems than previous models.
» Grandview Screen USA Earns ISF Certifications
On August 27, 2015, Grandview Screen USA submitted several projection screens to ISF to be tested for certification. In attendance for testing from Grandview Screen USA were Robert Grawet, president, Joan Lighty, COO, and Dan Drook, VP of sales and marketing. ISF owner and president Joel Silver said it was important for the Grandview team to attend the tests to gain first-hand knowledge of the test procedures. |  | » Stewart Re-launches Website with More Screen Spec Info
Stewart Filmscreen has re-launched its website, providing what it calls a straightforward, easy-to-navigate interface for users who want to either specify a screen or browse the extensive Stewart Filmscreen product line.
» Key Digital Adds Compass Control Driver for iRoom iBezel
iRoom's iBezel, the motorized in-wall docking system for Apple's iPad, can now be accessed through Key Digital's Compass Control app thanks to the addition of a new control driver. |  | » Capitol Offering UPS Products from CyberPower Systems
Capitol is now offering select models of uninterruptible power supply (UPS) and surge protection products from CyberPower Systems, providing network solutions for residential and commercial installations at every level.
» C.E.D. Invites Dealers for Product Peek at Fall Ball
Consumer Electronics Distributors (C.E.D.), a member of the PowerHouse Alliance and a premium regional distributor of consumer and specialty electronics for the Chicago metropolitan market and broader Midwest territory, will showcase a lineup of manufacturers at its Fall Ball product preview for October's CEDIA EXPO. | | ©2015 NewBay Media, LLC | | |
