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Mon, 07 Mar 2022 18:20:04 GMT

SMART HOME DEVICES FOR YOUR LIVING ROOM, KITCHEN, AND BEDROOM

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SMART HOME TECHNOLOGY CAN TRANSFORM ANY ROOM IN YOUR HOME

Some people begin their journey into home automation in small increments. First, they experience the benefits of a smart door lock, then smart thermostats, and a smart TV. Before they know it, their lights, blinds, security, climate, and entertainment are controlled from one home automation system.

Gone are the multiple remote controls and disjointed devices. Now they have a seamless smart home integration , one in which all components work together to create a beautiful, enjoyable home that is easy to manage.

Are you interested in everything these systems have to offer your home in San Francisco, CA? Let’s look at the benefits of a smart home room-by-room.

LIVING ROOM

Is your living room a space where the family congregates to enjoy each other’s company, watch some TV, and play some games? Or maybe it’s the room where you entertain your guests and enjoy music and some solitude.

Living rooms play many different roles in people’s lives. But, no matter your use, maintaining a beautiful, relaxing space is paramount. A home automation system helps you do this by controlling your lights, blinds, climate, and entertainment system.

Our certified technicians at AUDIO VISIONS can program all these systems to work together. As your home heats up throughout the day, your shades will lower to block the heat of the sun, and your lights will adjust to reflect the diminished daylight.

Your whole-home audio system and TV can work in tandem too. Are you too busy to sit down and watch the game or your favorite show? Using your tablet, smartphone, or in-wall touchscreen, one touch of a button will turn on all your TVs to your chosen channel.

You can take a peek at the game or show from any room and hear the audio throughout your home. The incredible sound drifts through your house and out into the yard through barely visible in-wall and in-ceiling high-fidelity speakers. Due to careful calibration and speaker placement, the sound seems to fill the air, surrounding you wherever you go.

KITCHEN

Your kitchen may also be a central hub of the home. We can program preset scenes to adjust the electronics based on the activity. Are you having a few friends over? We’ll program an entertainment scene to illuminate different lights in varying hues and intensities.

The whole-home audio will begin playing your entertainment playlist as your oven preheats and your gas firepit ignites. Did you use up the last of your rosemary? Tell Josh.ai, your virtual voice assistant , to add it to your shopping list.

Is everyone retreating to the media room to watch the game? Tell Josh to turn off the lights and music in the kitchen and turn on the lights and game in the media room. As is evident, a home automation system can significantly reduce your family’s energy consumption by powering down lights when no one’s in the room, dimming them to preset levels, and adjusting the thermostat.

BEDROOM

Would you like to listen to music or the sounds of nature as your drift off to sleep? How about turning off all the lights in your home, arming the security system, and lowering the blackout shades with one touch on your bedside remote? All of these things, and more, are possible with smart home technology.

Today’s advancements have also led to smart beds that can automatically adjust temperature and firmness. In addition, a mobile app will track your sleep patterns and heart rate.

Waking up is also a joy in a smart bedroom. We'll program your shades to slowly open, letting in the sun's rays to wake you naturally. At the same time, your lights slowly illuminate to a golden glow, aligning with natural lighting. Would you like to wake up to the sounds of the ocean rolling in or your favorite aria? We’ll make that happen, too.

At AUDIO VISIONS, our goal is to deliver an integrated technology design that allows our clients to experience automation at its best, simplifying and enhancing their lives. Our attention to detail and personalized service are just some reasons why we’re the largest luxury technology integration firm in California.

We combine the benefits of a large firm with the client care of a small, independent operation. To learn more about smart home integration or schedule a complimentary consultation, contact AUDIOVISIONS today.

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3 BENEFITS OF ADDING A HOME THEATER ROOM TO YOUR SMART HOME

Mon, 07 Mar 2022 18:15:04 GMT

3 BENEFITS OF ADDING A HOME THEATER ROOM TO YOUR SMART HOME

ADD A FUN PLACE TO SPEND YOUR FREE TIME WITH A HOME THEATER ROOM

Nothing beats watching your favorite movie at a cinema. That is, until you remember the crowds, overpriced concessions and other drawbacks to watching your entertainment in a cineplex. Bring that fun to your home while minimizing hassle by creating a home theater. Read on to find all the benefits of adding a home theater room to your smart home.

THE PERFECT SPACE FOR WATCHING MOVIES

When you opt for adding a home theater to your home, it creates a space dedicated to watching movies. You can get a cinematic feel and don’t have to worry about any glaring lights ruining your experience. With sound treatments, you can ensure that there aren’t any disturbances when you watch the movie. Moreover, you can also watch your favorite TV shows or the hottest sports games on the big screen with a home theater .

CUSTOMIZATION

The best element about home theaters is that you can always add your personal touch to your surroundings. You can get comfortable however you want because there won’t be a bunch of strangers watching the movie with you.

You can create your dream space that you and your family can enjoy all the time, whether that means filling the area with Marvel posters or adding a classy Old Hollywood feel. With excessive customization options, you can get your personal entertainment oasis. With customized home theater rooms, you can get comfort and entertainment that’s far better than what you get at a cinema.

TECHNOLOGY INTEGRATION

When you create a home theater for your smart home, you don’t just add a big screen and sound system; you integrate smart technology into your home, giving you the whole cinematic experience optimized for your convenience.

With automated lights, a high-performance sound system installed in ceilings, and high-definition visuals, you get everything a cinema has, plus the added comfort.

You can set the automated lights to switch off when you play the movie, and they automatically turn on after the movie ends, much like in a cinema. The high-quality sound ensures you feel and relive every moment of your favorite TV shows and movies. The best part is that everything blends into your home theater seamlessly. The hidden technology is almost invisible, and you don’t have to deal with tangles of intrusive wiring.

AUDIO VISIONS can recreate your dream home theatre room for your Malibu, CA home. We partner with the best tech providers to add value to smart homes all over California. Give us a call at (310) 279-4123 or fill out an easy online form to get started on your home theater project today.

We look forward to working with you!

MULTI-CHANNEL AUDIO: THE KEY TO AN IMPRESSIVE HOME THEATER

Mon, 07 Mar 2022 18:09:36 GMT

MULTI-CHANNEL AUDIO: THE KEY TO AN IMPRESSIVE HOME THEATER

WHY MULTI-CHANNEL SURROUND SOUND IS A MUST-HAVE FOR HOME THEATERS

Whether you’re following a Hobbit’s journey in Lord of the Rings or watching a ‘90s rom-com, in a home theater, you want to be immersed in the audio and visuals.

And how do you create immersion? Some folks set up two computer speakers at either side of the room and call that ‘surround sound.’ Or they use a soundbar that promises ‘3D sound.’ We’re here to say—that’s not surround sound!

If you want to experience sound mixing and editing like the filmmakers intended, you’ll need a multi-channel home theater , not a 2-channel audio system. What does that mean? We’ll explain all you’ll need to build the best surround sound system below.

As a home theater installer that serves Orange County and the entire state of California, we promise you’ll find a Hollywood-level theater when you partner with us.

WHY NOT TWO-CHANNEL AUDIO?

Two-channel refers to a speaker system with a left and right speaker. A two-speaker system can split sound into left and right soundscapes, which will add some dimension and depth to music and film. But it can’t play front-and-back movement, which is an essential component to surround sound.

WHAT IS A MULTI-CHANNEL SYSTEM?

Most surround sound systems include five or more audio channels. You’ll use a separate channel for two front speakers, two ear-level speakers, and a center channel speaker. Many systems add two rear speakers as well, plus a subwoofer for bass notes.

WHY USE MULTI-CHANNEL?

When master mixers create audio tracks for movies or music, they encode the sound in a very specific way. They designate sounds to channels, and each channel is meant to provide special sound effects. The tracks work together to make sounds, like a horse galloping across the screen, traveling from different locations relative to the viewer.

A multi-channel system decodes the signals into the correct speaker channels, replicating the movie maker’s intent. Without multiple speakers, you aren’t experiencing the movie as it was intended to be seen.

WHAT DOES THE RECEIVER DO?

The A/V receiver is the brain of your surround sound system. It receives audio and video signals from media sources, like a DVD player, and sends the signal to connected speakers. The receiver also amplifies audio signals to multiple speakers and decodes surround sound formats, sending the right sound to the right speaker.

HOW DO I CONNECT SPEAKERS TO THE RECEIVER?

When we assemble surround sound systems, we typically use 16-gauge cables. If you’re running wire over 40 or 50 feet, we recommend much thicker 12-gauge cables.

Wireless systems are always an alternative. But be aware that you won’t be able to mix and match speaker brands, and connection over Wi-Fi can be finicky. You’ll still need to plug wireless speakers into an outlet, too.

But the easiest way to assemble a new home theater? Have a professional do it for you . A home theater professional like AUDIO VISIONS has years of experience designing and building home theater systems. We even install hidden in-wall and in-ceiling speakers for a clean, minimalistic aesthetic.

Ready to start your theater system? Contact AUDIOVISIONS here or message a member of our team below! We look forward to hearing from you!

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