Audio Video Systems is featured in the November 2011 edition of Electronic House magazine! This “Home of the Month” article highlights the cool technology and conveniences of a complete home automation system that we recently completed in Addison, TX.

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Happy New Year and welcome to our redesigned website.  We hope you find the new look appealing and this format even easier to navigate, especially with “smart” phones and touch-screen tablets.

As you enjoy viewing the portfolio of custom installations, remember that your home could easily be featured too.  Maybe you received the gift of a new HDTV recently or are planning to host a party for some of the upcoming football games.  Now would be a great time to contact Audio Video Systems and let us help you put together a custom installation that will impress your guests and also be simple to operate.

We are also launching a new “Refer a Friend” program that rewards you when you recommend Audio Video Systems to your friends.

We wish everyone a happy and prosperous 2012 and look forward to designing something custom for you!

Audio Video Systems is pleased to announce our Refer A Friend Program.  Referrals are very important to Audio Video Systems and we want to reward you when you go out of your way to recommend us!

Now you can earn valuable Reward Points when you refer your family, friends and colleagues to Audio Video Systems and they make a qualifying purchase.

Have you received a $50 or $100 AVS Reward Card?  Your Reward Points can be used towards future products and services at Audio Video Systems.  You can choose to redeem them immediately or let them accumulate towards a purchase in the future.

We really do appreciate your feedback too so send us a quick email and let us know how you are enjoying your custom installation here.  Thank you!

With a strong backbone of Elan and RTI control, we have designed this system to grow and expand with the homeowner’s needs. We have recently added a media server system from ReQuest that allows the client to easily access a library of CDs, DVDs and Blu-ray discs throughout the home with the touch of a button, including around the pool and hot tub.

Energy conservation features are also built-in to this design. With the Elan g! automation foundation, the HVAC system is able to be controlled and monitored to maintain a comfortable climate at standard times but be cut back when not needed. LED lighting throughout the house helps keep energy costs down plus additional significant savings are realized with a customized Lutron lighting control system.

One of the big concerns most have when considering adding a little or a lot of electronic components to their home is how difficult it might be to operate. Will their purchase end up causing more headaches than it will help to simplify their lives? This home is a great example of how easy Audio Video Systems can make it to watch TV or see who is at the front door when the doorbell rings. Whether it is an easy to operate RF remote control from RTI or a touchscreen on the wall, every system in this home is simple to control.

If you are building a new home, remodeling or simply want to add some conservation or convenience to your life, contact the team here at Audio Video Systems and let us show you how we can help with your next project!

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New homes often come with an infrastructure for a variety of cutting edge technologies.  Audio Video Systems can help you maximize these technologies with an in-home consultation.  Our professional consultant will survey your home’s technological capabilities and provide unique ideas as well as a custom-designed solution to meet your needs and your lifestyle.

You can also check out the services that we provide to get some ideas on your own, and then call us to make it a reality.

It’s time for your backyard to rock!

Audio Video Systems has rock speaker packages for every budget. No matter if you want background music for your dinner party, or you want to rock the neighborhood, we have the solution for you.

Right now we are running a special on a rock speaker package that includes 2 rock speakers, wiring, and install for the very affordable price of $999.

Call us now at (972) 636-5457 for more details and to set up an installation date. This offer expires August 31, 2011 so you must act fast to take advantage of this great deal.

The new 4630HD uses an ASA outdoor-rated plastic shell and built-in low-profile two-way speakers plus it is slimmer than its powder-coated, zinc-plated steel counterpart. It delivers the same all-weather feature set as the most popular 4610HD model but with a $700 savings.  The 4000:1 contrast ratio LCD screen is protected by a anti-reflective, impact- and scratch-resistant window.

The TV’s baffled and filtered dual-fan airflow system quietly keeps the unit cool in temperatures up to 122 degrees F. In extremely cold climates, the internal thermostatically-controlled heater activates automatically when the TV’s internal temperature dips to 32 degrees F. The heater provides a 20 degree F. temperature rise, allowing the TV to safely remain outdoors in temperatures as low as -24 degrees F.

In addition to the Model 4630HD, SunbriteTV also offers other 23-inch, 32-inch, 46-inch and 55-inch TVs that are HD compatible and sport the equivalent environmental feature-set as model 4630HD. For more information, visit SunBriteTV at sunbritetv.com.

Audio Video Systems is featured in an article published by Dallas Metro Home Improvement magazine in November of 2010! The article focuses on redefining what you think of as a media room by including space for video gaming and fitness activities.

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Home automation … designates an emerging practice of increased automation of household appliances and features in residential dwellings, particularly through electronic means that allow for things impracticable, overly expensive or simply not possible in recent past decades… particularly the automatic or semi-automatic control of lighting, doors and windows, heating, ventilation and air conditioning, and security and surveillance systems.

- From Wikipedia.org
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Home_automation

What is “g!”?

g! is a brand new Home Automation system from Elan Home Systems and HomeLogic. It is a family of products designed to provide more convenience, comfort and peace-of-mind than you ever thought possible. Personalized to fit your specific lifestyle, these solutions range from simple family room control to full whole-home entertainment and management – even remote monitoring of vacation homes.

What does ”g!” do?

HOME

Think of the things you do to get ready in the morning: turn on the lights, check the weather and traffic reports, maybe even turn on the morning news. g! delivers your world at a glance with a personalized dashboard for your home. Customize your screen with the things you use most such as weather forecasts, camera video, lighting, even security system features. With g! it’s all about you.

MEDIA

What if you could press a button to access your entire collection of music and movies –  from anywhere in your home? g! catalogs your discs and displays them with brilliant cover art right on your TV, touchscreen, or iPhone, making it easier than ever to find your favorites. If you’re really into music, you’ll love finding new favorites with Pandora®, Rhapsody™ and SHOUTcast streaming services.

SECURITY

Does your current security system ramp up the lights when the alarm sounds? Does it flash the exterior lights to alert the neighbors? g! adds this intelligence to better protect your investment and your family. Plus, it can send text message alerts to your cell phone and allows you to remotely arm or disarm the system.

CLIMATE

Studies have shown that lowering a thermostat just three degrees can save up to 10% on your energy bill. With g! not only can you automate these adjustments, but you also gain access to detailed history views that allow you to monitor the system and make informed decisions about consumption. And if you own a vacation home, you’ll love the remote access that gives you control while away.

LIGHTING

If part of your bedtime ritual involves going from room to room checking the lights, there is a better way. With g! a simple touch can quickly turn them all off, or set the perfect party mood for the entire home. Save energy by dimming lights and creating custom schedules for landscape lighting. Plus remote access features will ensure you always arrive to a well-lighted home.

IRRIGATION

The dials and switches used by many irrigation systems can be confusing and difficult to use. g! takes the guesswork out of watering your lawn and puts you in control with a simple, easy-to-read display. Conserve water by detecting rainfall and setting up personalized schedules, or give landscapers limited remote access to monitor the system and make adjustments.

MESSAGING

While g! can’t drive your children to ballgames, it is your digital personal assistant allowing you to check your email and leave recorded messages for others. Each family member can easily create a custom greeting for their voicemail and be sent alerts or emails when new items arrive. And you can play messages directly from the touchscreen or remotely using a PC or phone.

VIDEO

If a picture is worth a thousand words, then video must be priceless. Whether you’re checking on a vacation home, wanting to keep your family safe, or simply wondering who is at the front door – nothing gives you peace of mind like seeing them at your fingertips. And best of all you can view the same live video from your home, office, iPhone or anywhere in the world.

POOL / SPA

Wouldn’t it be cool if you could turn on the spa from the bedroom as you don your swimsuit? Conserve energy with scheduling of pumps, water features and lighting, and harvest the sun’s rays using automated solar covers. Also monitor pool health, receive customized alerts and even control the system from your cell phone. Time may not float on by, but with g! you can.

PHOTOS

In this new digital world, too often photos stay trapped in a PC or camera. Unlock those memories by turning every touchscreen and TV into a digital picture frame. Nothing gets the family together for “movie night” like a larger-than-life slideshow of your last vacation on the big screen.