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Control4 Unveils its First Media Player (ebuild)

Control4, the leader in affordable, IP based home control and entertainment systems today unveiled the new Control4 Media Player. As the trend towards digital video distribution via IP continues to gain momentum, the Control4 platform provides custom systems integrators and their clients with easy access to all digital media libraries and enables streaming content, regardless of file format or location, from anywhere in the home from one menu and interface.

The Kaleidescape System (BUILDING PRODUCTS Magazine)

The Kaleidescape system simplifies the way users collect, manage, and enjoy movies and music, the manufacturer says. Once the user's personal entertainment collection is stored on the system's servers, no DVDs or CDs are needed. The system uses high-speed networking to deliver movies and music throughout a home. The 1080p player and mini player (in a more compact package) deliver high-definition video. 650-625-6100.

Multimedia Wall Plate (BUILDING PRODUCTS Magazine)

The High-Definition Multimedia Interface (HDMI) two-port coupler, Component Video/Digital Audio (CVDA) strap, and cable access strap (pictured) simplify high-definition flat-panel video display and home theater installations by providing clean solutions to video installations, replacing the cluttered, unfinished look of multiple or large connectors and hanging cables, the manufacturer says. The cable access strap features a pair of brushes to hide an opening in the wall, allowing multiple cables to be brought through. 800-321-2343.

Whole-House Entertainment Rack Systems (BUILDING PRODUCTS Magazine)

Pre-integrated, pre-racked, and pre-wired, the NHS-A30C and NHS-70C rack systems deliver whole-house, high-definition entertainment and control over movies, music, lighting, temperature, and security systems. The NHS-70C system (pictured) incorporates 7.1-channel surround sound, high-definition home theater for the living room, plus distribution of six zones of HD video. It adds a 400-disc DVD/CD changer with a disc management system and a 160GB music server. 877-619-7669.

Leviton Partners with Electronic Solutions Inc. to Deliver Vizia RF-Compatible Shade Control Products (ebuild)

Leviton Manufacturing Company's Vizia RF™ lighting and home control system continues to diversify its value proposition for CEDIA integrators, professional installers, and electrical contractors by announcing a partnership with Electronic Solutions Inc. (a Hunter Douglas company) to deliver Vizia RF compatible shade control products to the growing wireless home control and home automation market.

Leviton Residential Intercom System Improves Communication and Security throughout the Home (ebuild)

Leviton Manufacturing Company has expanded its line of home networking products with a stylish Residential Intercom System that coordinates with any contemporary decor. Designed for Leviton residential structured wiring installations, the modular, feature-rich system provides basic intercom and paging functions and easily interfaces with the home's telephone, audio, video, surveillance and lighting systems for added convenience and security.

New Easy-to-Use IP/Quad Module from Leviton Adds Functionality, Versatility to Video Camera Offering (ebuild)

Leviton's new IP Quad Module, the newest addition to its Residential Structured Cabling offering, lets homeowners view high-quality color output from their Leviton's Video Monitoring System on any TV in their home or while off-premises over the Internet. The Video Monitoring System, consisting of an indoor and outdoor camera, runs through a Leviton Structured Media Center (SMC) and offers homeowners a convenient, cost-effective way to monitor their home and external grounds.

Leviton Brings Gigabit Networking Home (ebuild)

Leviton Manufacturing, the leader in residential networking, and North America's largest producer of electrical and electronic wiring devices, has expanded its structured cabling offering with the addition of the industry's first gigabit-speed home networking solution. Leviton's integrated Gigabit Network System enables today's homeowners to benefit from a superior high-speed networking capability that supports both current and future technologies, such as the latest in multi-player gaming consoles, NAS network drives, high-end media servers, high-speed networking devices, and other home technologies.

Studio Collection Suite of Wall Plates and Devices (BUILDING PRODUCTS Magazine)

The Studio Collection Is A Suite Of Wall Plates And Devices with a bold design, according to the maker. The plates feature smooth architectural curves with titanium edging and a screwless finish, all of which offer a new way to integrate home system products with the homeowners' personal style and taste, the manufacturer adds. Studio collection wall plates accommodate the maker's new Selective Call intercom system, 7-inch LCD console, and LyriQ whole-house audio system devices.

Linear Demonstrates New Keypads, PERS, Telephone Entry Systems, and Access Control Systems at ISC West (ebuild)

Linear LLC, an innovator in home technology solutions for security, communications, and entertainment, will display the latest in its growing line of home and commercial security products. Highlighting the Linear display in booth 21035 will be the latest telephone entry systems, a new line of access entry keypads, a new gate operator system, and Linear's line of PERS personal emergency products.