Finalists
Audio Product of the Year
Supplier
Audio Product of the Year
Finalist
ELAN Home Systems
D12 - 12 Channel Amplifier
ELAN's D12 is the first in a new class of green, powerful, self-correcting amplifiers, with cool power at an 85-90-percent efficiency rating with 115 watts at 4ohms into 12 channels.
http://elanhomesystem.com/productdetail.asp?id=158
Audio Product of the Year
Supplier
Audio Product of the Year
Finalist
SRS Labs
MyVolume Adaptor
A revolutionary standalone volume leveling solution powered by SRS TruVolume™, which successfully eliminates the annoying TV volume spikes that occur between programs and commercials as well as while channel surfing.
http://www.srslabs.com
Control System Product of the Year
Supplier
Control System Product of the Year
Finalist
Control4
Control4 Home Controller HC-200
The Control4® Home Controller HC-200 is the first sub-$500 home controller and provides complete control in compact installations or as secondary controller in large installations.
http://www.control4.com
Control System Product of the Year
Supplier
Control System Product of the Year
Finalist
Mi Casa Verde Inc.
Vera
Vera is a powerful multi-purpose controller with an intuitive interface for managing home security, energy consumption and many household electronics from the convenience of a smartphone or computer.
http://www.micasaverde.com
Custom Home of the Year (installed price between $35,000 - $10,000)
Systems
Custom Home of the Year (installed price between $35,000 - $10,000)
Finalist
Electronics Design Group Inc.
Custom Touch
Minimalist design techniques gave this full-floor apartment the same audio/video quality and home automation control one would expect in a small mansion.
http://www.EDGonline.com
Custom Home of the Year (installed price between $35,000 - $10,000)
Systems
Custom Home of the Year (installed price between $35,000 - $10,000)
Finalist
Electronics Design Group Inc.
Life Of Leisure
Delicate placement of speakers, panels and televisions were crucial to technologically integrating this house while at the same time retaining its architectural beauty.
http://www.EDGonline.com
Green Product, Service, or Corporate Policy
Supplier
Green Product, Service, or Corporate Policy
Finalist
OmniMount
OmniMount Corporate Policy
OmniMount is dedicated to conserving nature's resources and reducing overall waste, not only in their manufacturing, but in the overall company mission as well.
http://www.omnimount.com
Home Theater/Media Room Project of the Year
Systems
Home Theater/Media Room Project of the Year
Finalist
DSI Entertainment Systems
Esquire House - Best Theater/Media Room
This Home Theater screening room uses higher-end electronics and careful sound and video calibration to look and sound amazing despite challenging room parameters dictated by the interior designer.
http://www.dsientertainment.com
Home Theater/Media Room Project of the Year
Systems
Home Theater/Media Room Project of the Year
Finalist
Hi-Tech Home
Moats Theater
These homeowners tasked us with creating a dedicated theater in a home that was being and wanted style and performance to blend into one.
http://www.hitechhome.net
Human Interface Product of the Year
Supplier
Human Interface Product of the Year
Platinum Winner
Home Automation Inc.
OmniTouch 5.7e Touchscreen
The OmniTouch 5.7e Touchscreen is a colorful fully customizable Touchscreen interface for HAI home control systems. It facilitates control of security, HVAC, lighting, audio/video, and more via easy-to-recognize icons.
http://www.homeauto.com
Human Interface Product of the Year
Supplier
Human Interface Product of the Year
Finalist
Universal Remote Control Inc.
MX-5000
The MX-5000 is a wand-style two-way color touch screen remote control that is the first remote to feature haptic technology, which confirms each touch screen button-push with a tactile vibration.
http://www.universalremote.com
Innovation Award
Systems
Innovation Award
Finalist
DreamHome Technologies LLC
400 West Street
Whole house installation that included a spectacular home theater and basketball court on the first floor of a New York City townhouse at 400 West Street.
http://www.dreamhometech.com/
Innovation Award
Systems
Innovation Award
Finalist
Electronics Design Group Inc.
Beacon in the Night
Hidden installations and a distributed video system make this house a perfect fusion of home automation and modern interior design.
http://www.EDGonline.com
Innovation Award
Systems
Innovation Award
Finalist
Robert Saglio Audio/Video Design Inc.
Green Life Smart Life
Combining green building with smart home technology, Green Life Smart Life is a LEED-H Gold home that embraces the notion that technology should go hand-in-hand with sustainability and environmental stewardship.
http://www.robertsaglio.com
Innovation Award
Systems
Innovation Award
Finalist
eLifespaces
The Tides
With interior space utilization comparable to the efficiency demands of a yacht interior, elifespaces designed and installed a quality, easy-to-use network and entertainment system blending both form and function.
http://www.elifespaces.com
Installation Product of the Year
Supplier
Installation Product of the Year
Finalist
Home Automation Inc.
Automation Studio
HAI Automation Studio is a comprehensive software tool primarily used to design custom OmniTouch Portable and OmniTouch 5.7e Touchscreen interfaces. It also sets up IP cameras and home theater equipment.
http://www.homeauto.com
Installation Product of the Year
Supplier
Installation Product of the Year
Finalist
Remote Technologies Inc.
Integration Designer® Software v. 7.1
Integration Designer® is a powerful, easy-to-use, Windows®-based software package that allows the entire RTI control system family to be programmed from any PC.
http://www.rticorp.com
Installation Product of the Year
Supplier
Installation Product of the Year
Finalist
Niles Audio Corp.
MS220 High-Fidelity Wideband IR Sensor
Niles' MS220 High-Fidelity Wideband IR Sensors utilize high fidelity wideband amplification to ensure compatibility with virtually all current and emerging IR code formats, including the new Philips RCMM code structure.
http://www.nilesaudio.com
Integrated Security Project of the Year
Systems
Integrated Security Project of the Year
Finalist
eLifespaces
Retreat @ Kiawah
Covering the gamut of electronic systems contracting, eLifespaces designed, installed and integrated a collection of advanced technologies utilizing system components from specialized manufacturers in the converging digital disciplines.
http://www.elifespaces.com
Integrated Security Project of the Year
Systems
Integrated Security Project of the Year
Finalist
Cybermation Inc.
Scott & Kim Carlson Estate
To provide an easy to use local and remote home control system integrating all aspects of home technology, in three-separate buildings, encompassing AV, security, lighting and irrigation control.
http://www.cybermationinc.com
Lighting Control Project of the Year
Systems
Lighting Control Project of the Year
Finalist
Electronics Design Group Inc.
Beacon in the Night
Hidden installations and a distributed video system make this house a perfect fusion of home automation and modern interior design.
http://www.EDGonline.com
Luxury Home of the year (installed price between $100,000 - $300,000)
Systems
Luxury Home of the year (installed price between $100,000 - $300,000)
Finalist
DSI Entertainment Systems
Chatauqua - Luxury Home of the Year
This home features complete integration of audio, video, HVAC, lighting, pool, security and motorized shading including a dual display media room.
http://www.dsientertainment.com
Luxury Home of the year (installed price between $100,000 - $300,000)
Systems
Luxury Home of the year (installed price between $100,000 - $300,000)
Finalist
Maxsystems Inc.
Richwood
Design and installation of motorized shades, pool/spa, extensive lighting, distributed music/video, AV entertainment, climate, access, CCTV camera-security systems required sophisticated integrated control in this five-level family home.
http://www.maxsystemsla.com
Luxury Home of the year (installed price between $100,000 - $300,000)
Systems
Luxury Home of the year (installed price between $100,000 - $300,000)
Finalist
Audio One
Trump Building Florida Condo
This 5,000-square-foot Florida condo features state-of-the-art audio, video and home automation. It features a sound isolated, top-notch, easy-to-use, crank-up-the-volume home theater that allows clients to read quietly in next room.
http://www.audio-one.com
Media Server of the Year
Supplier
Media Server of the Year
Finalist
Universal Remote Control Inc.
PSX-2 Personal Server
Universal Remote Control's PSX-2 Personal Server instantly turns any iPod into a full-fledged media server. It greatly enhances the functionality and usability of the iPod, eliminating tedious menu structures.
http://www.universalremote.com
Multi-Room Audio Video Project of the Year
Systems
Multi-Room Audio Video Project of the Year
Finalist
Electronics Design Group Inc.
Classic Comforts
With the use of a simplistic design, the systems of this house flawlessly control its audio and video zones while integrating multiple touchpanels, remote controls and multi-room inputs.
http://www.EDGonline.com
Multi-Room Audio Video Project of the Year
Systems
Multi-Room Audio Video Project of the Year
Finalist
eLifespaces
Retreat @ Kiawah
Covering the gamut of electronic systems contracting, eLifespaces designed, installed and integrated a collection of advanced technologies utilizing system components from specialized manufacturers in the converging digital disciplines.
http://www.elifespaces.com
Retrofit Project of the Year over $100,000
Systems
Retrofit Project of the Year over $100,000
Finalist
Cybermation Inc.
Avon Dynasty Home
An extremely difficult retrofit install of a complete control system with 16-zones of distributed audio/video. Also included security, CCTV and lighting for the client's entire property.
http://www.cybermationinc.com
Retrofit Project of the Year over $100,000
Systems
Retrofit Project of the Year over $100,000
Finalist
Custom Home Theater Systems & Automation
Ocean Front Guest House
Total retrofit and addition to an old cottage with no basement, no basement, no space for gear. Owner wanted no visible speakers.
http://www.customhometheater.biz
Retrofit Project of the Year under $100,000
Systems
Retrofit Project of the Year under $100,000
Finalist
SoundVision
Bonino Residence
As part of a larger whole-home remodeling project, SoundVision designed and installed a complete media system in the family room, multi-zone distributed audio and surveillance camera system.
http://www.svsf.com
Retrofit Project of the Year under $100,000
Systems
Retrofit Project of the Year under $100,000
Finalist
Electronics Design Group Inc.
Custom Touch
Minimalist design techniques gave this full-floor apartment the same audio/video quality and home automation control one would expect in a small mansion.
http://www.EDGonline.com
Retrofit Project of the Year under $100,000
Systems
Retrofit Project of the Year under $100,000
Finalist
ForTech Solutions
Lion Gate
This was a retrofit project. The goal of the project was to enhance the lifestyle of the homeowner by providing indoor and outdoor entertainment with ease of use and control.
http://www.fortechsolutions.com
Security Product of the Year
Supplier
Security Product of the Year
Finalist
SVAT Electronics
SN500-4CH-002
This is a feature-rich four-channel H.264 digital video recorder security system with iPhone and BlackBerry access and four indoor/outdoor high resolution CCD night vision surveillance cameras.
http://www.defender-usa.com/
Software Application of the Year
Supplier
Software Application of the Year
Finalist
eLifespaces
Home Theater Assistant: Designer Lite
An iPhone utility app that allows the user to determine room resonance modes and optimal positions for seating, speaker placement and screen size in their home theater or media room.
http://www.elifespaces.com
Structured Wiring Product of the Year
Supplier
Structured Wiring Product of the Year
Gold Winner
Crestron Electronics Inc.
DM Cable
DigitalMedia cable provides a high-performance, single-cable wiring solution for implementing Crestron DigitalMedia® systems, enabling cable lengths up-to 450 feet using copper, or 1,000 feet using the fiber version.
http://www.crestron.com
TechHome Integrator of the Year
TechHome
TechHome Integrator of the Year
Finalist
Hi-Tech Home
Hi-Tech Home
Company Profile:Hi-Tech Home specializes in designing, selling, installing and supporting affordable and easy-to-use technology for residential and commercial projects.
http://www.hitechhome.net
TechHome Integrator of the Year
TechHome
TechHome Integrator of the Year
Finalist
Sound Concepts
Sound Concepts
The best words about Sound Concepts will come from other industry leaders like CEPro Magazine and regional publications like Arkansas Business.
http://www.mysoundconcepts.com
TechHome Integrator of the Year
TechHome
TechHome Integrator of the Year
Finalist
SoundVision
SoundVision
SoundVision is the North Bay Area's leading designer and installer of home entertainment and control systems that are cleanly designed, simple to use, and robust and reliable.
http://www.svsf.com
Ultimate Home of the Year (installed price above $300,000)
Systems
Ultimate Home of the Year (installed price above $300,000)
Finalist
Electronics Design Group Inc.
Brookside
Tasteful installation and an attention to interior design preserves the classic feel of this house while at the same time fully integrating it with the most modern technology.
http://www.EDGonline.com
Ultimate Home of the Year (installed price above $300,000)
Systems
Ultimate Home of the Year (installed price above $300,000)
Finalist
Electronics Design Group Inc.
Classic Comforts
With the use of a simplistic design, the systems of this house flawlessly control its audio and video zones while integrating multiple touchpanels, remote controls and multi-room inputs.
http://www.EDGonline.com
Video Component of the Year
Supplier
Video Component of the Year
Finalist
Crestron Electronics Inc.
ADMS Intermedia Delivery System™
Crestron's ADMS Intermedia Delivery System revolutionizes and greatly simplifies the way home entertainment is acquired and managed, by removing the boundaries between movies, music, TV and the Internet.
http://www.crestron.com
Video Component of the Year
Supplier
Video Component of the Year
Finalist
LG Electronics USA
LG Electronics Full HD 1080p Full LED Backlighting 240Hz LCD TV
LG Electronics' SL90 LED LCD HDTV series uses a single, edge-to-edge panel of glass to create a unique, seamless design that will turn heads whether on or off.
www.lg.com/
Video Component of the Year
Supplier
Video Component of the Year
Finalist
LG Electronics USA
LG Electronics Network Blu-ray Home Theater System
LG's LHB977 Network Blu-ray Home Theater System offers superior audio performance with two tower speakers and satellite speakers and instant access to entertainment content from Netflix, YouTube(TM), CinemaNow and Pandora®.
www.lg.com/
Video Product of the Year
Supplier
Video Product of the Year
Finalist
Crestron Electronics Inc.
DM-MD8X8 DigitalMedia™ Switcher
The DM-MD8x8 switches and distributes all analog and uncompressed HD digital signals, long distance via CAT5e/6 or fiber. DM-MD8x8 intelligently manages all embedded protected data, including HDCP, EDID and CEC.
http://www.crestron.com
Video Product of the Year
Supplier
Video Product of the Year
Finalist
Meridian America
Meridian 810 Video Reference System
Meridian's 810 Reference Video System consists of two parts: a 10 megapixel projector and a scaler that upscales all sources to this stunning resolution for a smooth, flicker-free, cinematic experience.
http://www.meridian-audio.com
Video Product of the Year
Supplier
Video Product of the Year
Finalist
Sanus Systems
Sanus Elements ELM410 10-Foot Pivoting HDMI Cable
The ELM410 Pivoting HDMI Cable features 1.3b technology for high-speed 1080p signal transmission for optimum quality HD picture and sound. It features an innovative 180-degree pivoting connector for hard-to-reach ports.
http://www.sanus.com
Wireless Product of the Year
Supplier
Wireless Product of the Year
Finalist
Wilson Electronics
MobilePro Wireless Cellular Amplifier
The MobilePro provides cell phone or data card users boosted signal to and from the cell tower, allowing them to hear and be heard from their home, office or vehicle.
http://www.wilsonelectronics.com
Wireless Product of the Year
Supplier
Wireless Product of the Year
Finalist
Plantronics
Voyager Pro UC
Voyager PRO UC Bluetooth headset utilizes state of the art noise-cancelling technology to seamlessly connect your mobile phone and unified communication applications/soft phones like Google Talk and Skype.
http://www.plantronics.com