We've talked in the past about Crestron's Pyng system (or app) and how it brings simpler and more affordable control and automation features to our living spaces. A key advantage of this system is that once it's installed by an AV specialist, it can be easily managed, administered and expanded by home owners too.
In this…
When is a touch-screen more than just a touch-screen? When it also lets you use voice control to control any room, the entire home or facility. This includes regular wireless control to browse through apps, select movies, listen to music, adjust the volume, change channels, surf the Web and more.
Crestron has introduced the TST-602…
With the universal popularity of touch screens on mobile phones and other gadgets, the AV world has to be creative in enabling smartphones and touch screens as touch-sensitive control options.
However, in some cases, the controller needs to be available on a screen that can be mounted on the wall, in a lectern or in a…
A while ago, in a video conversation with Sachin Prabhudesai, we touched upon about how regular homes can now enjoy control and automation solutions too — because more affordable options for this are available.
With this video peek into its London demo room, Crestron provides an interesting glimpse into connected homes and the kinds of features…
Automation of lighting, HVAC, and shades in response to changing conditions in an office or a home is essential for creating a complete energy management solution. While it provides amazing levels of convenience and comfort, it is also offers a solution to avoid employee friction caused when energy policies are implemented strictly.
In the past…
When should you use a vacancy sensor, and where is an occupancy sensor a better fit
On the surface, it may seem like vacancy and occupancy sensors perform the same task, of automating the process of turning off lights to save power. But there is a significant difference in how they work which affects our…
Wired tells us, that the Hawaii Department of Education is switching to new, energy efficient classrooms because of high local power tariffs.
The new energy positive classrooms are "1,000-square-foot classroom projected to produce four times the energy it consumes—the result of eliminating the need for both artificial lighting and air conditioning."
Most interestingly, its slating,…
While home control systems continue to grow more powerful and versatile, there are some places where controllers just cant go without a risk of damage.
All that is changing with new waterproof RF wireless remote from Crestron which provides a great solution for home control from your bathroom.
Perfect for controlling music, television, lighting and more, the…
Source: The New Indian Express...
Home automation systems have been around for a few years now and with many MNCs offering various products, the level of customization and personal attention paid to customer needs have also improved significantly.
Simple security systems are fast being replaced by smart homes that boast of a lever of customization once thought…