Distributed Audio

Most homeowners would love to have distributed audio throughout their home with simple access and control of their music. In the past these systems were expensive and needed many hours of programming and required the entire home to be wired. Fortunately some manufacturers are coming up with ways to give you all the convenience of these high end systems without the wires, programming, or high price tag.

A multiroom audio system is designed to stream music from your audio components, no matter where they’re located, directly to speakers positioned in several areas, or zones, of your house with a simple controller. However, these systems can differ dramatically, both in the way they’re engineered and how they’re installed. These setups cater to the diverse musical tastes of single or multiple users. There are systems that need to be wired into your home and those that require no wire at all. You’ll also find systems that can synch with your iPod or any computer on your network. Today it is becoming very easy to find a solution no matter what features you need or infrastructure is in place. The following are just some examples of systems we are currently offering.

Sonos Wireless system - Sonos puts the control of all your music and all your rooms right where it should be — in your hands. With the touch of a finger you can find and play a world of music, whether it’s streaming direct from the Internet or stored on your computer. Tune in to your favorite radio station or browse through your entire music library. You can play the same song in every room or choose different songs for different rooms. It’s up to you. The installation of the system could not be more easy. All components in the system communicate wirelessly so there is no need to run any new wires. www.sonos.com

Nuvo wired system-NuVo has long been a proponent of the greening of electronics. Nuvo is the first whole home audio system to earn the ENERGY STAR: with their Essentia E6G system, which has been incredibly well-received not only for its energy efficiency but also for its performance and value. Our use of digital amplification throughout our line greatly reduces the heat that our whole home audio products once generated, and thus further reduces our systems’ energy consumption. Our OLED Control Pads consume less energy (and look better) than the LCD controllers used by other players in this category. They sell Package systems with keypads and speakers included. Add their Ipod dock and your now listening to your favorite music or playlist. If you have an older system in place you can also remove your current volume control and use Nuvo’s wireless controller for easily navigating your music with feedback and complete control. http://nuvotechnologies.com  

Crestron Prodigy wired and wireless system: Full home control system

Prodigy is not just a distributed audio system, but a full home control system from the leader in automation at a fraction of cost for their other systems.

Prodigy offers affordable, simplified control of your home and entertainment from any room in your house or any place on the planet. Keep all your music, movies, lights, thermostats and security at your fingertips wherever you are and wherever you go. You are always in touch and in control with Prodigy. Make your home the perfect sanctuary where you can escape everyday stress. Just a simple tap of your finger brings you serenity, comfort, convenience and pleasure. Prodigy does all the thinking so you don’t have to. You can start with just the distributed audio system and add on lighting and HVAC control to conserve energy and cost.

http://www.crestron.com/solutions/prodigy_affordable_home_automation