Earlier this month, Andy Ross (an extremely talented SoundVision programmer) and I flew into Salt Lake City, Utah to attend the Control 4 Training.Control 4 offers affordable automation and control solutions for lighting, music, video, HVAC, security and energy management systems. SoundVision is now an authorized Control4 dealer and we are excited to add them to our list of remarkable home automation choices.If you think you want to give home...

1) 5x more suction power than a regular vacuum means less debris is left behind and floors are cleaner. 2) The small dust particles that go through regular vacuum filters are re-introduced into the air to remain in the living environment. Central vacuum systems exhaust the dust outside of the living area, resulting in 70% fewer allergens than homes without central vacuums.* 3) Vac-pan automatic dustpans make sweeping easier. Just sweep to the...

As home automation technology progresses the options for Home Automation interfaces has grown.  Choosing the right interface for your family can be a tricky decision to make. We’d like to explain some of the benefits of each type to help clear up any questions you may have and keep you well informed of the latest technologies.Wireless Remotes – Wireless remotes offer customers the comfort of a familiar method of control in an ultra portable...

The iPad and iPhone are singlehandedly changing the world of home automation.  With its ease of use, popularity and unmatched usability, software developers are jumping at the opportunity to develop home control apps.  Here are a few of the very best apps we’ve found for ipad and iphone home automation.Crestron – Crestron Mobile Pro puts the critically acclaimed Crestron touchpanel user interface right on your iPhone, iPad or iPod...

The Fall 2010 issue of HD Living magazine has been mailed out to select homeowners around the North Bay area. If you weren’t one of the lucky ones who received one in your mailbox, don’t worry! We have your online copy available right here.In addition to an updated profile all about SoundVision, some of the other topics inside this quarter’s issue of HD Living include: Lifestyle Control: Touch screen devices for home automation Home...