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Legrand | AV Residential Solutions announces its 10-minute training schedule for CEDIA Expo 2019, taking place Sept. 12-14 at the Colorado Convention Center in Denver. In Booth 905, Legrand | AV brands and seven of its key technology partners will conduct 10-minute presentations covering a wide range of topics — all accompanied by giveaways — every half hour for the duration of the show. "Providing a quick and convenient way to learn about a wide of range of topics, our 10-minute trainings have always been very popular with our dealers at CEDIA," said Lauren Theobald, director of marketing at Legrand | AV. Deliver training sessions Legrand | AV will also give away products to participants at each session "This year, we've got a great lineup on tap that touches on every aspect of transforming the smart home. And as always, the giveaways aren't to be missed, so be sure to stop by our booth for all the fun." Over the course of the show, Legrand | AV and its partners will deliver 33 training sessions covering everything from TV mounting to human-centric lighting to remote monitoring and management. The company will also give away products to participants at each session. Presentation schedule A complete presentation schedule is provided below. Thursday, September 12 Time Presented by Title Presenter 10 a.m. On-Q Flat is where it's at! The secret to hiding power and AV cables James Rutherford 10:30 a.m. SANUS SANUS HeightFinder: The trick to saving you serious install time Ryan Hagberg 11 a.m. Luxul Introducing Legrand AV's new remote monitoring & management solution! Brannon Young 11:30 a.m. URC The value of a solid network for home automation platforms Jeff Rogers Noon Josh.ai Dynamics of voice control and the importance of the network Casey Levy-Tulloch  12:30 p.m. Ring Reducing crime in neighborhoods with three "Rings" of security Rich Way  1 p.m. Vantage Lighting for life: demystifying HCL & circadian rhythm  Mark Moody 1:30 p.m. Nuvo Advantages of the new integrator-exclusive line of streaming audio players Gerald Willis 2 p.m. Domotz TRUCK ROLLS SUCK – the value out of your company Seth Rubenstein 2:30 p.m. Luxul Free network design with a guarantee! Josh Thurman 3 p.m. MAP The system approach Pat Kittridge 3:30 p.m. Sonos Networking for sound in all living spaces Matt Neumann 4 p.m. Just Add Power J+P AVoverIP: VLAN switching vs. IGMP switching Brian Sandifer 4:30 p.m. Luxul Luxul Epic Mesh: essentials for the connected home Chris Kovacek 5 p.m. Chief Outdoor mounts and AV storage solutions David Albright Friday, September 13 Time Presented by Title  Presenter 10 a.m. Domotz TRUCK ROLLS SUCK – the value out of your company Seth Rubenstein 10:30 a.m. On-Q On-Q: RF lighting control – A better design and integration Shenali Parikh 11 a.m. SANUS SANUS HeightFinder: The trick to save you serious install time Ryan Hagberg 11:30 a.m. Luxul Free network design with a guarantee! Josh Thurman Noon IC Realtime Network security: best practices for surveillance Michael Caballero 12:30 p.m. Da-Lite The power of Parallax screen technology Wendy Cox 1 p.m. Just Add Power J+P AVoverIP: VLAN switching vs. IGMP switching Brian Sandifer 1:30 p.m. Vantage Lighting for life: demystifying HCL & circadian rhythm Mark Moody 2 p.m. Josh.ai Dynamics of voice control and the importance of the network Casey Levy-Tulloch  2:30 p.m. Ring Reducing crime in neighborhoods with three "Rings" of security Todd Towey 3 p.m. Luxul Luxul Epic Mesh: essentials for the connected home Chris Kovacek 3:30 p.m. Sonos Networking for sound in all living spaces Brian Yackel 4 p.m. Luxul Introducing Legrand AV's new remote monitoring & management solution! Brannon Young 4:30 p.m. Nuvo A speaker for every space, project, and price point Gerald Willis 5 p.m. QMotion QMotion: Using the QzHub3 for mobile app control and integration Shenali Parikh Saturday, September 14 Time Presented by Title Presenter 11 a.m. Luxul Luxul Epic Mesh: Essentials for the connected home Chris Kovacek 11:30 a.m. Luxul Introducing Legrand AV's new Remote Monitoring & Management Solution! Josh Thurman Noon Luxul Free Network Design with a Guarantee! Josh Thurman

IC Realtime, a digital surveillance manufacturer, is making some very bold moves for 2019. It is no secret that Savant is a pioneer in the field of home control and automation, which is why IC Realtime believes strategically partnering with Savant is a near-perfect alliance. “Over the last decade, we’ve been perfecting integration with Savant”, says Chris Callaway - IC Realtime’s Director of Technology. This new and exciting collaboration means that dealers can expect to find benefits ranging from ease of procurement to enhanced automation. IC Realtime currently offers over a dozen products that seamlessly integrate with Savant’s robust yet simply luxurious platform. Powerful automation experience Savant is known as the first home automation company to embrace mobile technology IC Realtime’s direct dealers, as well as Savant’s, will benefit from reduced deployment times while offering their end-users a powerful automation experience. In this day and age, the ability to play well with technology partners is a delightful attribute. It’s that spontaneous & childlike joy of asking “How can I embrace what you have and broaden the magnificence?” The latest Savant operating system software 9.1 includes brand new component profiles available for the SKUs listed on the Savant store, enabling rich H.264 video with rapid deployment and broad support. IC Realtime devices are now being developed with HTML5 in mind. No active X controls or plugins means any browser is compatible - music to the ears of the Savant community. Savant is known as the first home automation company to embrace mobile technology whereas IC Realtime has not only pioneered bringing surveillance to the cloud but has also pushed the limits with 360 & 720-degree solutions. A company that took first place in the ‘CEPro 100 Security Camera Category’ for 6 straight years [2012-2017].

Luxul, the innovator of IP networking solutions for AV integrators, announced that it has strengthened its partner program with the recent addition of several strategic, integration, and industry partnerships that deliver added value to the company's integrators and their customers. "Professional-grade networking products form the foundation for residential and commercial systems, but they are only part of the overall solution," said Mike Grubb, vice president of marketing at Luxul. “It takes a wide range of components to deliver the experience customers want, and we don't believe integrators should be limited to specific components by their network manufacturer. Compatibility with networking solutions “That's why we've partnered with a number of industry-leading manufacturers to ensure compatibility between our products and many others, while also incorporating their advanced technologies into our solutions to deliver increased functionality. The result is a seamless installation process over a wide range of solutions for integrators and optimal performance for their customers."   Luxul's strategic partners have worked closely with the company to ensure compatibility with its networking solutionsFrom manufacturers of control and automation platforms to AV over IP systems — and everything in between — Luxul's strategic partners have worked closely with the company to ensure compatibility with its networking solutions. The list of partners has recently swelled to include Kramer, Crestron, Sonos, Atlona, Key Digital, WyreStorm, Blustream, Just Add Power, URC, Chief, Contemporary Research, D-Tools, Da-Lite, Global Cache, Hiperwall, iPort, Sonance, IC Realtime, Middle Atlantic Products, MuxLab, Nortek, Nuvo, On-Q, QMotion, QSC, RTI, Sanus, Savant, Screen Innovations, Simplified, Vaddio, Vanco, Vantage, and C2G. Domotz remote management technology Luxul's integration partners include Domotz and Router Limits, with both of their technologies integrated into the company's Epic Series of wired and wireless Gigabit routers. For integrators, built-in Domotz remote management technology saves time and money by allowing them to manage and support their customers' Luxul networks and all their connected devices remotely. Router Limits content management technology offers cloud-based controls for internet safety and managementRouter Limits content management technology offers cloud-based controls for internet safety and management and puts users in complete control of every aspect of their internet experience. Together, these technologies allow integrators to build better relationships with their clients and provide a foundation for added-value RMR service programs. Partnership with leading organisations Luxul's industry partners consist of organisations and buying groups that the company has strong relationships with, including Azione Unlimited, HTSA, CEDIA, Audinate and its Dante audio network standard, and ProSource. Buying groups such as Azione Unlimited, HTSA, and ProSource offer Luxul programs to their dealers/members, featuring benefits such as group volume rebates, exclusive promotional offers, individual dealer rebates, extended terms, and more. Partnerships with organisations such as Audinate ensure Luxul compatibility with any Dante-enabled audio products.

Today’s environment has evolved into something that according to some may seem unexplainable. But in the context of video surveillance, this is something that we understand. Allow me to shed some light and understanding in terms of security and why it truly is a necessity. Security is not a luxury, it is a necessity. An essential practice now peaking the interests of all businesses small and large. A video surveillance system is a cost effective option that does not require monitoring fees. As business slows, temporarily shuts down or closes, an increase in vacant properties is inevitable. This pandemic will continue to put severe pressure on many businesses around the country. With so many considered non-essential, it is really sad to see how many must shutter their doors and lay off employees. Keeping an eye out for suspicious activity using a commercial grade surveillance system that supports advanced analytics, may end up saving your potential customers thousands of dollars down the road. Demand for video surveillance and security products We can certainly draw on the conclusion that security is a “need” more so than a “want”. Times like this just further cement that thought process. In today’s economic spiral, people aren’t actively looking for lighting controls or home theaters. What they look for is a way to keep their loved ones safe, protect their homes, businesses and property. In my opinion, you will see video surveillance and security product sales skyrocket in the coming months and years. It has been reported that response times for first responders may be impacted as a result of COVID-19, leaving those with bad intent more time to ransack a property knowing that law enforcement may be slow to respond. Criminals will always take advantage of the situation. All we can do as a community is use common sense, stay vigilant and watch out for one another. For some of us that may mean mitigating risks with technology. Affordable video monitoring solutions Having a solution that can quickly and securely share video footage may be the difference between identifying a perpetrator and becoming a victim. Ella, a video search platform developed by IC Realtime, makes every second of video instantly searchable and shareable, either with the authorities or your neighborhood social apps. Plus it is compatible with any RTSP streaming device. To wrap this up, it’s not about pointing out the obvious, it’s really about bringing awareness as to how technologies can be implemented to provide peace of mind without breaking the bank. Video surveillance technology is a way to do that and provide added security for you, your family and your business.

Security is more-than-ever linked to consumer electronics, especially in the residential/smart home market. CES 2018 in Las Vegas is therefore brimming with news that will have a direct impact on the security market, today and especially looking into the future. Products for the future of security   CES is a giant trade show for consumer electronics with 2.75 million net square feet of exhibitor space and featuring more than 3,900 exhibitors, including 900 startups - in contrast, ISC West has some 1,000 exhibitors. During the week-long show welcoming 170,000-plus attendees from 150 countries, more than 20,000 new products are being launched. The products incorporate ingredient technologies such as artificial intelligence and 5G that will also be familiar elements as the future of the security industry unfolds. Familiar players at security shows also have a presence at CES, and many consumer technologies on display offer a glimpse of what’s ahead for security The areas of consumer electronics and security are closely intertwined. For example, Apple recently expanded near-field communication (NFC) support to include the NDEF (NFC Data Exchange Format), which will likely accelerate the adoption of smartphones for access control credentialing. In another recent development, Amazon acquired Blink, a home security camera startup that offers wireless home security systems. The acquisition aligns with Amazon’s effort to offer more home devices. Key security technologies at CES 2018 Familiar players at security shows also have a presence at CES. For example, Bosch is highlighting its “Simply. Connected” portfolio of smart city technology to transform security as well as urban mobility, air quality and energy efficiency. Many consumer technologies on display offer a glimpse of what’s ahead for security. Are Panasonic’s 4K OLEDs with HDR10+ format or Sony’s A8F OLED televisions a preview of the future of security control room monitors? At CES, Johnson Controls is announcing support for Apple HomeKit now offered in their DSC iotega wireless security and automation solution. Consumers can manage both their security system and also other home automation abilities using Apple’s Home app, or Siri on their iPhone, iPad or Apple Watch. Interlogix is announcing new features and components of its UltraSync SmartHome system, including hands-free voice control, high-definition cameras, an LTE cellular module and soon-to-be-released doorbell camera. The areas of consumer electronics and security are closely intertwined Developments in crime awareness ADT has a high profile at CES, including the launch of its ADT Go mobile app, equipped with 24/7 emergency response from ADT’s live monitoring agents and backed by Life360’s location technology, providing emergency response, family connectivity, safety assistance and crime awareness.  ADT is also unveiling a video doorbell and expanding its monitoring to cybersecurity. IC Realtime is introducing Ella, a cloud-based deep-learning search engine that augments surveillance systems with natural language search capabilities across recorded video footage. Ella enables any surveillance or security cameras to recognise objects, colours, people, vehicles and animals. Ella was designed using the technology backbone of Camio, a startup founded by ex-Googlers who designed a simpler way to apply searching to streaming video feeds. It’s a “Google for video:” Users can type in queries such as “white truck” to find every relevant video clip. Smarter homes and smarter computers Do-it-yourself smart home security company Abode Systems announces iota, an all-in-one system giving customers more freedom and flexibility to build out and monitor their smart home. The new form factor has a built-in full-HD resolution camera enabling customers to see and hear what’s going on in their home 24/7 while a built-in gateway supports hundreds of devices to make homes more convenient, safer and more secure. There is also support for Apple HomeKit. Highly programmable and high-performance platforms will no doubt play a role in the future of video surveillance systems in our market  The Z-Wave Alliance will host 30-plus leading smart home brands in the Z-Wave pavilion at CES. A full walk-through home will demonstrate different brands working together to create one cohesive smart home experience. Sigma Designs unveils its 700-Series Z-Wave platform, including numerous performance and technology enhancements in energy-efficiency and RF performance. Personal protection in attendance Self-defence product company SABRE will debut a combination pepper spray with dual sound-effect personal alarm that “alternates between the traditional wailing sound and a primal scream, while a strobe blinks 19 times per second to disorient assailants.” SABRE’s Modern Fake Security Camera includes “sleek, realistic design to deter would-be thieves.” Chip maker Ambarella is introducing the CV1 4K Stereovision Processor with CFflow Computer Vision Architecture. The chip combines environmental perception with advances in deep neural network processing for a variety of applications, including video security cameras and fully autonomous drones. At CES, applications will focus on automotive uses, including advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS), self-driving, electronic mirror and surround view systems. The highly programmable and high-performance platform will no doubt play a role in the future of video surveillance systems in our market. A full walk-through home will demonstrate different brands working together to create one cohesive smart home experience Extending home security and efficiency  The Ring whole-house security ecosystem creates a “Ring of Security” around homes and neighbourhoods. Products include “Stick Up” indoor/outdoor security cameras, integrated LED lighting, a “Ring Alarm” integrated bundle for $199 including a base station, keypad, contact sensor, and Z-Wave extender. “Ring Protect Plans” include 24/7 professional monitoring. The “Streety” phone app, from Vivint Smart Home, extends home security into the neighbourhood. Streety makes it easy for neighbours to monitor neighbourhood activity through a network of shared residential cameras. They can keep an eye on kids, cars and property through live video feeds and use recorded video clips to investigate incidents. A new device making its debut at CES is the Walker “commercialised biped robot,” from UBTECH Robotics, which provides a complete home butler service and is designed to ease the day-to-day operations of a busy home or office. The varied of functions includes video surveillance monitoring, security patrol monitoring, motion detection and “instant alarm,” as well as dancing and playing games with children. The company says Walker will “bridge the gap between technologies that were once only available in scientific research institutions and everyday people.”