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SEPTEMBER 2026 DAY TWO EDITION

The Official Show Daily from the Editors of Residential Systems and TWICE

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SEPTEMBER 2026 DAY TWO EDITION

The Official Show Daily from the Editors of Residential Systems and TWICE

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Keynote: Stop Killing Your Best Ideas By Grant Morgan Innovation doesn’t necessarily require more money, more people, or more resources. Sometimes it just requires companies to stop getting in their own way. That was the message from Duncan Wardle, former head of innovation and creativity at Disney, during his Wednesday morning keynote, “Embed Innovation into Everyone’s DNA,” at Expo. Wardle spent 30 years at Disney, working with Disney Parks, Pixar, Marvel, Lucasfilm, and Imagineering. Wardle challenged the familiar corporate response to new ideas: “We don’t have the resources.” As an example, he described a pro bono project in Mumbai’s Dharavi slum, where he was tasked with finding a way to provide light to homes without electricity and without a budget. The solution came from experimenting with a plastic water bottle, sunlight, water, and chlorine. Eventually, the approach was used to provide daylight illumination to roughly 1 million huts. The lesson, he said, was curiosity.

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Children, he argued, are among the most creative people because they constantly ask questions, experiment, play, and use their imaginations. Adults, meanwhile, become increasingly constrained by experience and expertise.

JVC Partners With Engage Engineering BOOTH 3511 JVC Projectors, Home Theater, part of the Visual Systems division of JVCKENWOOD USA Corporation, has announced its collaboration with Engage Engineering, a California-based engineering and manufacturing company recognized for its precision craftsmanship, exceptional quality standards, and long-standing expertise in optical and electronic products. The JVC CM-Pro Projector Ceiling Mount is designed and engineered exclusively for JVC’s D-ILA home theater projector lineup.

Beginning Sept. 1, JVC’s 8K projector models—the DLA-NZ800, DLA-NZ900, DLA-RS3200, and DLARS4200—will include the Engage JVC CM-Pro exclusive ceiling mount at no additional charge. Visitors to JVC’s projector gaming demonstration have the opportunity to enter for a chance to win a classic 1992–94-inspired retro Arsenal Adidas Home Jersey. The winner will be drawn on the last day of the show at 2:30 p.m. Winner does not need to be present to win.

OPEN FOR BUSINESS The CEDIA Expo Show Team cuts the ribbon with representatives from exhibiting companies: Just Video Walls, Kaleidescape, Lutron, Origin Acoustics, Paradigm, Sonos, Sony, URC, and WAC.

“The more expertise we have, the more experience we have, the more reasons we know why the new idea won’t work,” he said. “Don’t let the words ‘no, because’ be the first two words out of your mouth.” Wardle also encouraged integrators to make room for play at the right moments. When asked to identify places where they typically get their best ideas, attendees replied with locations such as the shower, gym, car, and bed. Almost nobody said they get them at work. According to Wardle, constant meetings, deadlines, and administrative tasks can prevent employees from accessing the relaxed state of mind where unexpected connections occur. For custom integrators facing rapidly changing technology, AI, and consumer expectations, Wardle’s message was that creativity shouldn’t be treated as the responsibility of a select group. Instead, companies need to make innovation accessible to everyone.

Earn Professional Certification at CEDIA Expo Advance your career, build your team, and showcase your company’s expertise by earning one or more of CEDIA’s globally recognized smart home certifications, including Cabling & Infrastructure Technician (CIT), Integrated Systems Technician (IST), Residential Networking Specialist (RNS), and Electronic Systems Certified Designer (ESC-D). CEDIA certifications are designed and built by integrators to recognize technicians with proven competence and a commitment to professionalism. Each certification is earned by passing an exam which covers a defined area of knowledge and skills. Certifications are valid for three years and can be renewed with ongoing professional development activities. CEDIA Certification exams will be offered on Sept. 3 at 9 a.m., noon, and 3 p.m., in Room 405/406 of the Colorado Convention Center. Candidates for the IST Beta exam may arrive and start their exam 30 minutes ahead of regular testing times due to extra time allotted for the Beta exam. Exam sessions can be purchased through the CEDIA Expo registration system or onsite by visiting the help desk. Additional resources, other testing options, and full certification program details can be found at www.cedia.org/certification.

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Forge CEO Addresses CEDIA Expo Today

Skyworth USA Names Performance Plus Marketing as Manufacturer’s Representative of the Year

Start your Thursday at the Smart Stage on the show floor with Paul Miller, CEO of Forge, as he speaks directly to the CEDIA Expo community at 9:50 a.m. As the largest dedicated residential technology event in the United States, CEDIA Expo plays a critical role in bringing the industry together. Miller will speak to the importance of the show, as well as Forge’s commitment to the integrators, dealers, and manufacturers it serves and the opportunities ahead. Paul Miller His remarks will lead directly into “What Every Integrator Needs to Know About the Next Five Years,” a panel discussion featuring executives from leading manufacturers.

BOOTH 2923 Skyworth USA has named Performance Plus Marketing the winner of its inaugural 2026 Manufacturer’s Representative of the Year Award. This new annual award recognizes the independent manufacturer’s representative who best exemplifies leadership, sales performance, and dedication to supporting Skyworth’s dealer and integrator network across the region. “Performance Plus Marketing not only had a banner year in sales in 2026, but they went way beyond what a typical sales rep does. They bought a trailer and drove around their territory with an Michael Gleason (l) and Performance Plus 86-inch Canvas Elite, demonstrating what Skyworth can offer. That Marketing’s Jason Felix effort was like adding fuel to an already blazing fire. They symbolize what it takes to build a brand, and they richly deserve this award,” said Michael Gleason, director of sales, Skyworth USA. Performance Plus Marketing serves the Rocky Mountain Region, with a territory spanning the Intermountain West between the Mexican and Canadian Borders, including Denver, Salt Lake City, and Albuquerque—home to some of the country’s most affluent and prestigious ski resort areas. Throughout the past year, Performance Plus distinguished itself through market development, dealer education, product demonstrations, and strategic partnership building. Their efforts have helped expand Skyworth’s presence while delivering outstanding support to customers and channel partners.

EXECUTIVE INSIGHT

Time to Prioritize Backyards By Anthony Savona Coastal Source is easy to spot at the Expo; they have a booth inside and are a founding and driving force behind the Destination Outdoors, which they continue to produce and host in front of the convention center. With the rise in interest in both outdoor lighting and audio, two booths are necessary to show all that can be done. Here, Coastal Source founder and CEO Franco D’Ascanio discusses the company’s exhibits and why dealers should break out into backyards. What are Coastal Source’s priorities and goals for this year’s show? FRANCO D’ASCANIO: Our priority is building on the introductions we made last year, now that those products are available and shipping. We are introducing, demoing, and displaying our 1000 Series Bollards, which bring our high-performance outdoor audio into a refined, landscape-friendly form factor, and our VIA partnership with Lutron, which is using the Ketra and Rania modules that

are custom-built specifically for our fixtures, with both the modules and fixtures designed from the ground up to work seamlessly together. VIA is an extension of Lutron’s intelligent lighting system. For people who have Ketra or Rania in their homes, the story until now has focused on intelligent interior lighting and shading. Now, that experience extends outdoors to the patio and landscape—one seamless integration, one seamless look, all working together. We are demonstrating that whole setup in our lighting tent at Destination Outdoors. Speaking of VIA, it was introduced at last year’s CEDIA Expo. What has been the feedback that you’ve gotten from it? FD: Lutron dealers have been looking for ways to extend the intelligent lighting experience they’re already delivering inside the home, and VIA gives them a natural way to bring that same experience outdoors. It also creates an additional revenue opportunity with existing customers and offers real differentiation because no other solution brings intelligent indoor lighting, shading, and intelligent

outdoor lighting together in this way. For customers who want that complete experience, Lutron and Coastal Source provide a unique path to deliver it. For dealers who are looking to enter the outdoor market, what will they learn at the Coastal Source booth? FD: One of the cornerstones of our products is making it easy for dealers to enter the outdoor market. The CI channel is already made up of experts, and while outdoor lighting is available through a lot of channels and much of it is distributed, we are strictly dealer-direct. Our Plug+Play approach keeps the required skill set and installation time low across both audio and lighting, while the way everything connects makes the installation incredibly reliable.

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CEDIA Research Finds Continued Demand Despite Economic Pressures By Grant Morgan CEDIA’s latest Professional Smart Home Market Analysis report values the residential integration market at nearly $34 billion and finds that integrators remain optimistic about growth despite economic pressures on homeowners. The findings were presented at Monday’s CEDIA Town Hall. The study, conducted with the Farnsworth Group, collected 287 responses from residential technology professionals, compared with 65 responses for CEDIA’s previous study. The research found that larger integration firms account for a disproportionate share of the market. Networking was among the largest categories, representing about 15% of the overall market. There’s also a challenging housing backdrop. Single-family housing starts declined last year and are expected to fall again this year, while declining permits suggest continued pressure on new construction. Existing homes offer a better opportunity. The average U.S. home is about 44 years old, supporting continued demand for repair, maintenance, and

remodeling. At the same time, homeowners are reluctant to move. About half of mortgage holders have rates below 4%, while home values have increased significantly, giving homeowners substantial equity but little incentive to sell. Economic concerns remain a major obstacle. Declining disposable income, higher debt, and weak consumer confidence are affecting spending on discretionary projects. “The money didn’t leave, but it is certainly concentrated,” said Farnsworth Group’s Grant Farnsworth. Additionally, the research found that the top 20% of U.S. households by income account for roughly half of all home improvement spending, making affluent homeowners an important market for custom integrators. Despite economic uncertainty, about eight in 10 respondents said they expect their businesses to grow over the next 12 months, citing increased demand as the primary reason. About 75% of projects originate directly with the homeowner, rather than through a general contractor, designer, or architect. Lighting ranked

Grant Farnsworth as the leading growth opportunity, followed by AI integration, new products and diversification, shades, and home automation. Networking was the most widely installed technology, with 88% of respondents reporting a networking installation during the past year. However, project cancellations and postponements have increased during the past two quarters, suggesting that even affluent homeowners are becoming more cautious. The CEDIA Professional Smart Home Market Analysis will be released on Sept. 16 and is free for CEDIA members.

Crestron Elevates the Smart Home Experience

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BOOTH 2000 Crestron Home OS elevates the smart home experience with Multiview by enabling multiple video sources to be displayed simultaneously on a single screen. Powered by the Crestron DM NVX AV-over-IP platform, Multiview allows homeowners to instantly switch between picture-in-picture, sideby-side, quad view, and other preset layouts, bringing unprecedented flexibility and convenience to everyday living. Supporting up to six sources and 18 scalable compositions, Multiview dynamically assembles content allowing users to customize viewing experiences with ease. Whether monitoring security cameras, keeping an eye on a baby monitor, following multiple sporting events, or combining entertainment and information sources, Multiview transforms a single display into a powerful hub for everything that matters most. Crestron is also showcasing Configure Pro, its next-generation configuration platform built to simplify and accelerate the setup of smart home systems. Designed for professional integrators, it provides a faster, more efficient way to build and manage complex Crestron Home OS projects without traditional coding.

BOOTH 2120 The Leon Studio Frame for Sony BRAVIA 9 II and BRAVIA 7 II RGB TVs announced in May is designed to integrate highperformance display technology into a cohesive architectural element within the home. By framing the television as a finished design feature, the solution minimizes the visual distinction between technology and the surrounding environment, allowing the display to complement the room’s materials, layout, and overall aesthetic. The frame is precision-crafted with a modern profile and a range of premium finish options, enabling it to align with a variety of interior styles. Beyond installation, the Leon Studio Frame extends the function of the display by allowing it to transition into a curated visual element when not in use, supporting both performance and design within the same solution. This dual-purpose approach enables the display to serve as both an entertainment centerpiece and a design-integrated feature within the space.

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Phoenix House Makes the Case for Early Integration By Grant Morgan Performance homes offer unlimited potential for all trades to elevate the built environment, and the Phoenix House in Vancouver, British Columbia, offers a good example of what can happen when a technology professional is treated as part of the design team rather than someone brought in after the plans are finished. The multi-generational home was rebuilt after the homeowners lost their previous house to a fire. From the beginning, the project brought together architect Roger Lafreniere, Best Builders; interior designer Josephina Serra, partner at Form Collective; and Elisabeth Baudinaud, founder and principal of CarbonWise, who joined Technology Designer Magazine’s editor-in-chief, Douglas Weinstein, on stage for a panel presentation at Wednesday’s Technology Designer Magazine Luncheon at CEDIA Expo 2026. That early involvement became one of the project’s biggest advantages. Lafreniere said Friedman was one of the first calls

From left: Douglas Weinstein, Josephina Serra, Elisabeth Baudinaud, and Roger Lafreniere made after Best Builders became involved, because builders and homeowners don’t necessarily know what questions to ask about technology. Friedman’s approach was notably different from a traditional technology sales presentation. Rather than starting with products, he invited the homeowners and members of the design team to his home and

demonstrated how technology could support their daily routines. The homeowners quickly understood what was possible—but perhaps more importantly, so did the rest of the design team. For integrators, that approach is significant. Much of the value of early involvement isn’t necessarily in deciding which products will be installed. It’s influencing the infrastructure and design decisions that become increasingly difficult and expensive to change once construction begins. The home’s controls make it possible to manage lighting and shades across three generations of occupants, while the infrastructure provides flexibility for future systems. Even seemingly small decisions, such as how controls are presented, had to work for an aging family member as well as younger occupants. For the custom integration industry, the lesson is straightforward: Early involvement isn’t just an opportunity to sell more technology. It’s an opportunity to influence the home before technology becomes constrained by architecture, construction, and budget.

EXECUTIVE INSIGHT

Lutron Goes All In on Intelligent Lighting By Anthony Savona BOOTH 2111 While at first Lutron’s larger-than-life presence at CEDIA Expo may seem typical for the company—large booth space, a substantial manufacturer training offering, and sponsorship of events throughout the show—here are some changes. “We have a whole new booth experience this year,” said Melissa Andresko, chief corporate brand ambassador, Lutron. “Lutron’s booth at ISE was a single-room experience and it was very successful. Now we have replicated that experience here for the U.S.” Lutron’s manufacturer product sessions have returned, but this year the company has invested in two training rooms, hosting 22 sessions—which is four times more than anything they’ve offered in the past. Also returning for the third consecutive year is the Lutron Lab. “It’s a great place for our customers to meet the engineers behind the products, ask super-technical questions, and discuss challenging installation conditions,” said Andresko. “The customers enjoy sharing feedback on the products and

our team appreciates hearing what our customers would love to see from Lutron.” The big focus at the show, however, is Lutron’s new Intelligent Lighting Platform, which is making its U.S. debut here at Expo. “With Lutron’s acquisition of Orluna last year, it provided us an opportunity to help fill out some of the gaps in our portfolio,” said Dan Vander Valk, director, luxury residential business at Lutron. “At CEDIA Expo, we have brought a subset of the Orluna offering to North America. This a great architectural design-forward solution that’s going to help broaden our portfolio and fit an even wider number of applications and needs in the home. “It will have a tunable color temperature range of 1800-4000K, smooth and continuous dimming to 0.1%, and use Clear Connect Type X wireless communication like our other Intelligent Light Sources. It will also be compatible with both RadioRA 3 and HomeWorks QSX.” Orluna will offer a selection of downlights, cylinders, and path lights as part of this portfolio. All versions are on display at the Lutron booth. In addition to the new Intelligent Lighting

products, Lutron will be showing the new Palladiom Drapery System and the latest additions to its Native by Design program. “Last year, Lutron had a big announcement with Coastal Source that kicked off our Native by Design program,” said Andresko. “This year we have expanded the program with three new partners: MerlinLight, run by Glenn Johnson, is using Ketra in his art framing projector, and Matthew McCormick Studio and Ted Bradley Studio are both integrating our Intelligent Lighting Solutions into their decorative fixtures. They are in our booth, along with our other partners such as Cerno, Coastal Source, and Hartmann&Forbes.”

Outdoor spaces have become true extensions of the home—designed not only to be seen, but experienced. The new 1000 Series Bollard Speakers from Coastal Source bring a new level of refinement to outdoor audio, delivering expansive, high-fidelity sound with remarkable clarity, depth, and balance. Inspired by the company’s flagship audio technologies and engineered to Defy the Elements™, the modular system blends seamlessly into sophisticated landscapes while providing powerful performance built for the most demanding outdoor environments. Speakers displayed above: EB2650, B1500

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ADI Introduces Triad Stratus Series for Outdoor Spaces BOOTH 1511 ADI’s Triad Stratus Series is a premium lineup of satellite speakers and subwoofers designed to bring cinema-quality sound to outdoor residential and commercial spaces. Engineered for long-term outdoor performance, Stratus speakers feature IPX6 and IPX7 waterproof ratings, UV-resistant finishes, rust-proof aluminum grilles and sealed enclosures for protection against precipitation, sun exposure and temperature fluctuations.

Designed for installation flexibility, Stratus satellite speakers ship with surface mounts and support optional extruded-aluminum stakes for landscapeintegrated placement. Locking mounting brackets hold speakers securely in place and free both hands for wiring, helping integrators complete installations faster and more efficiently. For scalable system design, the series offers selectable 70V tap settings and 8-ohm bypass, supporting

everything from smaller installations to large-scale projects and longer wire runs.

Chip Wade Takes Skyworth to His Luxury Treehouse

FORTRESS INC., BOOTH 3018 Fortress, Inc. is at CEDIA Expo 2026 introducing the Abbey, designed exclusively for Fortress by Sheba Kwan of Red Theory Design. Every Fortress Seating piece is handcrafted in Southern California and built to order. From dedicated home theaters to sophisticated media rooms and luxury living spaces, each collection is designed to provide exceptional comfort, enduring quality, and nearly limitless customization. Whether selecting from one of Fortress’s signature collections or creating a completely custom design, every piece reflects more than ninety years of American craftsmanship.

BOOTH 2923 Skyworth partnered with Emmy-winning designer and TV host Chip Wade (last year’s CEDIA Expo keynote speaker) to outfit his Perch Luxury Treehouses, a luxury vacation rental venture in the North Georgia mountains, with its lifestyle TV lineup. The three treehouses—The Tom, Skyworth’s Canvas Art TV is at the heart The Jenny, and The Jake, each of Chip Wade’s Perch Luxury Treehouse installation. named after a type of turkey— showcase Wade’s signature blend of rustic craftsmanship and modern design. At the heart of the installation is Skyworth’s Canvas Art TV, which doubles as a rotating gallery of artwork and photography when not in use for entertainment, turning each retreat into its own intimate art space. Skyworth’s Clarus S1 Full Sun TV and Limited Edition Companion Portable Smart TV round out the property, bringing outdoor viewing and on-the-go flexibility to the guest experience.

Pixel Perfect Walls Offers Integrators a Bigger Canvas for Luxury AV BOOTH 1346 Pixel Perfect Walls is bringing a different kind of display manufacturer to CEDIA Expo 2026—one built around the idea that a screen should conform seamlessly to its environment. The company manufactures fully customizable indoor and outdoor LED video walls that can span virtually any width, height or configuration. Its Indoor DVLED Video Wall combines modular diecast aluminum cabinets, ultra-fine alignment and pixel pitches down to 0.93mm to create seamless 4K and 8K visual experiences for luxury theaters, media rooms and statement interiors.

With contrast up to 20,000:1, refresh rates of at least 3840Hz, HDR-compatible grayscale performance and front- or rear-service options, the

platform is engineered for both visual impact and practical integration. Multiple pixel-pitch options allow each system to be matched to room dimensions, viewing distance and project goals. Pixel Perfect Walls also supports the professionals who bring these environments to life. Built by AV Integrators for AV Integrators, the company’s dealer-focused model helps integrators, contractors and installers stay focused on their expertise while the manufacturer provides the scalable display technology, product support and nationwide installation resources behind the project.

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Nightscaping Locklin Series Advances Outdoor Lighting BOOTH 1048 (LAUNCHPAD) Nightscaping is making its channel debut with the new Locklin Series, touted by the company as setting a new standard for quality, adaptability, artistry, and ease of installation. The Locklin outdoor lighting system is comprised of an adaptable fixture that works with an assortment of Locklin Power Bases featuring a custom, patent-pending Locklin Twist-Lock assembly system. This utilizes through-power transmission with gold-plated connections for long-term performance and corrosion resistance. The connections provide a secure fit; no tools are required for assembly. At the center is a single fixture with a compact, custom Locklin Twist Lock LED module. The Locklin fixture has built-in push-button controls that adjust light output (180, 310, 425 true lumen fixture output) and color temperature (2700K or 3000K). The Locklin fixture has field-swappable optics to adjust for five beam spreads (7°, 15°, 36°, 60°, 120°). The LED module delivers superior high-fidelity light with a CRI of 93.4+, and specifies the comprehensive

AIRZONE, BOOTH C1116 Designed for smart homes, wellness-focused residences, and other spaces where indoor air quality is a priority, Airzone’s AirQ Sensor gives custom integrators a way to move indoor air quality from passive monitoring to automatic response. The sensor continuously measures carbon dioxide (CO2), particulate matter (PM2.5 and PM10), total volatile organic compounds (TVOC), and relative humidity. Integrators or homeowners can define thresholds for each reading, allowing AirQ Sensor to monitor conditions and act when levels move outside the preferred range.

Josh.ai ProStudio Streamlines System Design IES TM-30 standard, rendering a Rf 94 (Fidelity) and Rg 99 (Gamut saturation). Each fixture includes a honeycomb louver for glare control.

BOOTH 3406 Launching at CEDIA 2026, Josh.ai’s ProStudio, powered by scalable AI technologies, emerging standards, and installer-focused flexibility, streamlines system design while optimizing supportability with a suite of modernized tools for professional installers. ProStudio includes the launch of the redesigned Josh.ai Help Center, which is the primary resource for dealers to quickly find the information they need to deploy and support systems. Instead of replacing documentation, AI-powered search helps installers pinpoint the right articles, setup guides, troubleshooting steps, and technical resources faster through natural language questions and contextual results. The updated platform features improved organization, clearer navigation, and better surfacing of relevant documentation so dealers can spend less time searching and more time solving challenges in the field.

Somfy Expands Zigbee-enabled Shading Portfolio BOOTH 3215 Somfy continues to expand its Zigbeeenabled shading portfolio with the Glydea ULTRA 50 WireFree Zigbee Drapery Motor, a wireless solution that brings elegant drapery automation to both new construction and retrofit projects without the need for prewiring. Compatible with Somfy TaHoma and leading smart home ecosystems, including Apple Home, the Zigbee 3.0 motor gives integrators greater flexibility when specifying luxury

window treatments. Engineered to support today’s most popular designer drapery styles, including Pinch Pleat, Ripple Fold, and Accordia, the Glydea ULTRA 50 combines whisper-quiet performance with concealed hardware to preserve clean architectural lines. The compact motor powers track lengths up to 36 feet and traverses fabrics weighing up to 110 pounds, making it ideal for expansive openings and oversized custom draperies.

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Draper Expands TESS 660 Production to U.S. BOOTH C1201 Draper is expanding production of the TESS 660 tensioned shading system, currently exclusively at U.K.-based Guthrie Douglas, to the Draper manufacturing facility in Spiceland, Indiana. Now known as the TESS 660 FlexShade, the tensioned shading system delivers smooth, ultra-quiet travel with blackout capability for skylights and angled glazing. The Tess 660 FlexShade is the first product originally designed by Guthrie Douglas to be manufactured in the United States by Draper since acquiring the U.K. manufacturer in September.

Producing the TESS 660 FlexShade here in the United States brings several advantages. Draper can offer unlimited RAL color powder coat finishes thanks to our in-house coating operation. The company can also now offer a vastly expand range of fabrics, including those from American weavers Phifer and Mermet U.S.A. This move will drastically shorten lead times and reduce the environmental costs of production and shipping. Guthrie Douglas will continue manufacturing TESS 660 for European, Middle East, and other global markets.

Unique Lighting Hosts Free Manufacturer Product Training BOOTH 732 Unique Lighting Systems, a division of The Toro Company, has a comprehensive Partner Program designed to help dealers enter or expand their outdoor lighting business with the full support of a proven field organization, training resources, and design services.

On Thursday September 3rd, from 3-4:30 p.m. in Room 107, the brand is hosting the free Manufacturer Product Training session titled Outdoor Lighting That Builds Business: How Unique Lighting Systems Helps CEDIA Integrators Launch, Differentiate, and Profit. In 90-minutes, dealers will learn how to: Add a profitable new revenue stream to their business Deliver complete indoor-outdoor experiences for their clients Reduce project risk with training, design support and field expertise Increase installation efficiency and long-term project success

ELK Updates E27 Alarm Engine Software BOOTH 1628 ELK Products is issuing the latest software updates for the ELK E27 Alarm Engine, adding new features, expanded device compatibility, and enhanced installer tools. The updates also strengthen integration with the ELK AEXCELL cellular communicator, giving dealers a powerful security platform with no additional monthly cellular fees when using ElkConnect. Driven by dealer feedback, the latest software releases have expanded Z-Wave compatibility, improved networking,

Wi-Fi setup, and ElkConnect integration, enhanced the Rules Engine, and introduced better diagnostics and installer tools. Additional enhancements include remote controller restart from the ElkConnect app, virtual and hidden zones for advanced automation, expanded wireless keyfob capacity, improved system logging, and support for 345 MHz wireless devices. Together, these updates reduce installation time, simplify troubleshooting, and give dealers and integrators greater flexibility in the field.

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Simple, Scalable AVoIP with Vanco EVO-IP Go BOOTH 1906 Vanco International is showcasing EVO-IP Go at CEDIA Expo 2026, bringing integrators a simple, affordable AV-over-IP solution designed for fast deployment and user-friendly management. Built on Vanco’s award-winning EVO-IP platform, EVO-IP Go is designed to run on a dedicated network using managed or unmanaged switches. EVO-IP Go transmitter and receiver boxes discover each other automatically, with no control box, VLAN, or complicated configuration required. When used with PoEenabled switches, EVO-IP Go’s PoE capabilities further simplify installation. EVO-IP Go delivers high-resolution HDMI up to 4K@30Hz, analog audio breakout, and a signal transmission range of up to 120 meters/394 feet. It also supports square-configuration video walls up to 5x5 displays, RS-232 passthrough, and CEC control for display on/ off. The EVO-IP Go app, available on iOS and Android, allows users to toggle display power and switch sources from a mobile, tablet, or desktop device.

N AT U R A L C O L L E C T I O N DESIGNED FOR THE ROOM YOU’VE DESIGNED THE SCREEN TO BELONG NOW THE SOUND DOES TOO Your clients have already designed the room down to the palette and the light. The Natural Collection is TV audio and music made from that same warmth and craft, finished to read as part of the room rather than equipment added to it. The Natural Collection is Designed for the Room, from James by Sonance. Time is running out to see it at CEDIA Booth #3700.

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SI Introduces KAOS 360 Rear-Pro Projection BOOTH 2818 Screen Innovations (SI) is introducing KAOS 360 Rear-Pro Projection, combining its dual-sided 360 rear-projection optic with the rugged KAOS Onyx Retention System to deliver the industry’s most capable outdoor rear-projection screen solution. Designed for applications up to 24 feet wide, the system enables one projector to produce a bright, uniform image on both sides of the screen, eliminating the need for dual projectors while providing a wide 160-degree viewing cone with virtually no hot spotting. Unlike conventional outdoor projection screens

that lose image quality in even moderate breezes, the KAOS Onyx Retention System keeps the screen surface exceptionally flat, providing up to 10 times

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BLUESOUND, BOOTH 3319 Bluesound’s new Pulse Sub delivers immersive, controlled bass in a compact cylindrical design suited for contemporary homes. Inside, a 350W amplifier and dualopposing woofers provide precise low-frequency performance while minimizing unwanted vibration. Designed to complement P:ulse Cinema soundbars and other compatible Bluesound players, the subwoofer connects wirelessly through BluOS for straightforward setup and flexible placement. Pulse Sub adds greater depth and impact to movies, music and TV with its richer, more dynamic sound without requiring additional signal cabling.

Sylvox Showcases Cinema Pro Outdoor TV SYLVOX, BOOTH 2738 Global outdoor TV brand Sylvox is featuring the Cinema Pro Outdoor TV at CEDIA Expo 2026. Combining Sylvox’s Helio QLED technology with Mini LED backlighting and local dimming, Cinema Pro delivers up to 3,500 nits of brightness, a 120Hz refresh rate, and enhanced contrast for a premium outdoor viewing experience. Cinema Pro is available in 65-, 75-, and 85-inch

greater wind resistance than traditional designs. This stability preserves focus and image integrity, even in challenging outdoor environments.

models. Designed for demanding outdoor environments, Cinema Pro features corrosion-resistant metal construction, IP56 protection, and reliable operation from -22°F to 122°F. Its anti-reflective matte screen helps reduce glare in bright conditions, while dual 30W speakers with Dolby Atmos support provide immersive sound for outdoor entertainment.

BOOTH 3900 Bond’s new Firefly Aura and Firefly Pixel are 12/24VDC in-line, Bond-native smart controllers for RGBWC LED lighting strips. Used in conjunction with any of the Bond Home smartphone app, Sidekick for Shades wireless keypad or Mate Pro handheld outdoor universal remote, homeowners can adjust hue and saturation, choose preset colors, set schedules and more. Aura controls one zone of common lights; Pixel controls multiple zones of addressable lights. Both operate on 2.4 GHz Wi-Fi and support LED strips up to 100 watts. Each controller also can integrate with home automation systems through the Bond Bridge Pro RF-to-Wi-Fi gateway.

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DMF Lighting Launches Ethernetenabled PhaseX Gateway

D-Tools Happy Hour: An Expo Tradition Returns

BOOTH 2106 DMF Lighting is featuring the Artafex PhaseX Gateway with Ethernet at CEDIA Expo 2026, the latest advancement in its PhaseX digital lighting ecosystem. The Ethernet-enabled gateway adds direct Ethernet connectivity, eliminating the external DMX control boxes traditionally required for digital lighting control and giving integrators a cleaner system architecture from design through commissioning. By removing that extra hardware, DMF significantly reduces control-hardware DMF Lighting’s PhaseX Gateway with Ethernet requirements, streamlines system design, and lowers overall project costs while improving long-term reliability. Commissioning is handled directly through DMF’s software and can be completed over Wi-Fi, simplifying setup both on-site and during future adjustments. The Artafex PhaseX Gateway with Ethernet offers native integration with leading control platforms including Control4 and Crestron.

BOOTH 3723 Some of the best conversations at CEDIA Expo don’t happen in meeting rooms; they happen when industry colleagues, friends, and peers come together for casual socialization on the show floor. Once again, D-Tools invites CEDIA Expo attendees to one of the show’s most anticipated annual traditions: the “D-Tools Happy Hour.” Join the D-Tools team on Thursday, September 3, beginning at 2 p.m. at Booth 3723 to relax, reconnect, and reset with fellow integrators, manufacturers, distributors, and industry partners. This year’s event will feature complimentary refreshments and the return of the always-popular Plinko Challenge, where attendees can test their luck for a chance to win exciting prizes. While you’re there, take time to see the latest innovations in D-Tools Cloud, including new AI Assisted Workflows that are helping integration businesses work smarter and faster.

Glacier Series in ilLumenate Lighting Spotlight BOOTH 1543 ilLumenate Lighting is introducing Glacier, a product designed for tough applications where most neon options fall short. Built to bridge the gap between aesthetics and rugged performance, Glacier can handle real-world environments and is supported by a manufacturer who truly understands job site challenges. Glacier incorporates tested innovations that deliver exceptional outdoor durability and straightforward installation. Its silicone-fin mounting is designed to prevent snapping during temperature changes. The Glacier lineup includes: Pinnacle [DB]: The flagship dual-bending fixture designed to handle the most demanding structural and environmental conditions. Its impressive tensile strength comes from a unique aircraft cable power-delivery system that runs through the back of the fixture. Carbon [SB] & Cowlitz [DB]: Carbon, a sturdy single-bend neon, and Cowlitz, a dual-bending neon ideal for sweeping curves and fluid forms, are tailored for specialized applications where standard options might not do the job. To make installation easier, ilLumenate offers free custom-cut lengths.

Flex Automation Issues IRF302 RF/IP Gateway BOOTH C717 Flex Automation and Brazilian distributor ZRS.one are unveiling the IRF302 FlexBox Bridge, the third generation of its acclaimed RF/IR gateway. Designed to be the fastest way to bring climate control, motorized shading and entertainment into Crestron Home, the new FlexBox combines free native drivers, exclusive Learn & Go technology and intelligent RF/IR processing to deliver faster installations, fewer gateways and virtually no programming. Featuring intelligent Learn & Go HVAC setup and long-range RF433 control, the IRF302 dramatically reduces installation time while eliminating the need for costly drivers, multiple gateways and complex programming. The new Learn & Go technology, powered by Flex’s intelligent Protocol Engine, transforms HVAC integration into a simple two-step process. Capture just one command from the original air conditioner remote, and the IRF302 automatically identifies the protocol and generates the remaining commands, eliminating the need to learn every function individually.

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HOT PRODUCTS AUDIOCONTROL 1500

DENDO SYSTEMS

Hyperion Axis eARC-to-Dante Converters Hyperion Axis eARC-to-Dante converters, available in two-channel, 10-channel, and 16-channel models, are purpose-built for today’s displaydriven, network-based audio designs, Axis processors extract high-bitrate audio via eARC or digital inputs and inject it directly into Dante and AES67 networks for crystal clear distribution to any zone.

D60 RENKEI PoE drapery motor Dendo Systems’ D60 RENKEI PoE drapery motor is the world’s first drapery motor powered and controlled entirely over standard Ethernet. As part of the RENKEI Platform, it simplifies installation, enables real-time position feedback, and delivers seamless, open integration with automation systems-redefining motorized drapery through network-native innovation.

BOND 3900 Firefly Aura, Firefly Pixel Bond’s new Firefly Aura and Firefly Pixel are 12/24VDC in-line, Bond-native smart controllers for RGBWC LED lighting strips. Aura controls one zone of common lights; Pixel controls multiple zones of addressable lights. Both operate on 2.4 GHz Wi-Fi and support LED strips up to 100 watts.

COASTAL SOURCE

DEVIALET 1146 Phantom Ultimate CI Devialet brings its acclaimed French acoustic engineering to custom integration with Phantom Ultimate CI, featuring native Dante and Audio over IP connectivity for uncompressed, high-definition sound and rock-solid network stability. Available in 108dB and 98dB models, it pairs plug-and-play installation with a fiveyear professional warranty.

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VIA Coastal Source’s VIA extends Lutron’s intelligent lighting ecosystem beyond the walls of the home. Developed through Lutron’s Native by Design program, VIA combines native Ketra and Rania technology with Coastal Source’s solid brass outdoor fixtures to deliver intelligent, architectural outdoor lighting.

CRESTRON 2000 Configure Pro Configure Pro simplifies system configuration through standardized, no-programming workflows that reduce setup friction, shorten training cycles, and help dealers maintain consistency across projects. Whether configuring a single residence or managing a whole-home deployment, Configure Pro gives integrators a reliable foundation for delivering Crestron Home platform experiences with confidence.

D-TOOLS 3723 AI Assisted Workflows D-Tools Cloud introduces AI Assisted Workflows purpose-built for systems integrators. AI Quote Assist transforms meeting notes, emails, and voice memos into complete, catalog-matched project quotes in minutes, while AI Advisor delivers instant answers from live business data. Together, they streamline sales, improve accuracy, and accelerate project delivery.

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ELK AEXCELL Cellular Communicator The AEXCELL Cellular Communicator for the Alarm Engine E27 gives dealers dependable cellular connectivity without the additional monthly cellular fees commonly associated with competitive platforms. Available in AT&T (ELK-AEXCELLA) and Verizon (ELK-AEXCELLV) versions, AEXCELL connects directly to the E27 RS-485 data bus for plug-and-play installation and is managed through ElkConnect for simple account management.

EPV SCREENS

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Power Max DarkStar UST 3 The Power Max DarkStar UST 3 is a premium Ceiling Light Rejecting electric drop-down screen designed to deliver stunning visuals in challenging lighting conditions while preserving color purity and black levels. Specifically designed for ultra-short throw projectors, it is tab-tensioned to provide a flat and taut projection surface.

FLEX AUTOMATION

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FX-AIR 1 Compact IP-to-IR Gateway Featuring free native Crestron Home IR drivers, Flex Automation’s FX-Air 1 compact IPto-IR gateway is purpose-built to simplify air conditioning integration with Crestron Home. Designed for both retrofit and new installations, one FX-Air1 deployed per indoor unit creates a fully integrated multi-room HVAC solution for a fraction of the cost of traditional wired systems.

JOSH.AI 3406 Josh Edge Josh Edge represents a natural extension of Josh.ai’s simplicity-first philosophy, offering an intuitively designed handheld companion that blends tactile hard-button control with the limitless potential of AI. Customizable button mapping, intuitive tactile controls, and tap-to-talk voice control combine to deliver a seamlessly capable control experience.

PIXEL PERFECT WALLS

KALEIDESCAPE 3706 Strato E 4K Movie Player Kaleidescape’s Strato E entry-level 4K movie player works on its own or as part of a larger Kaleidescape system. Standalone, Strato E is a single playback zone and stores a half-dozen 4K movies on an internal, solid-state drive.

ORIGIN ACOUSTICS

and custom-finished CNC-machined aluminum grilles combine shared-listening performance with refined, design-forward execution for modern luxury interiors.

PRO AUDIO TECHNOLOGY

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Entertainment Towers Origin Acoustics Entertainment Towers bring immersive, room-filling sound to large open-concept living spaces. A custom wide-dispersion waveguide, active bi-amplification, digital crossover optimization, integrated low-frequency drivers,

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DVLED Video Wall Pixel Perfect Walls Indoor DVLED Video Wall delivers virtually unlimited scale, built for spaces where conventional displays impose limits, seamless modular construction and exceptional visual performance. Pixel pitches down to 0.93mm, 20,000:1 contrast and flexible servicing give integrators a powerful new canvas for luxury residential and commercial design.

SR-28212ai v2 Full-Range Loudspeaker PRO’s SR-28212ai v2 has raised the bar again with its updated 1.7-inch 16-ohm compression driver and higher resolution loudspeaker processing. Three products in one, SR-28212ai v2 is a full-range loudspeaker, an LFE main subwoofer, and a subwoofer for surround and Atmos speaker bass management, all within a six-inch-deep enclosure.

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XDR4-8K Extreme LED Wall The XDR4-8K Extreme LED Wall delivers one of the industry’s first native 8K video wall platforms engineered specifically for luxury homes. Featuring Quantum’s Visual Media Server, DCIcompliant performance, and turnkey engineering support, it enables integrators to create immersive, customizable entertainment experiences with exceptional image quality and installation simplicity.

SCREEN INNOVATIONS

SONOS 2507 Amp Multi Designed for custom integration, Sonos Amp Multi is a professional-grade multizone streaming amplifier delivering eight 125-watt outputs configurable across up to four zones. Its compact, fanless design, advanced ProTune DSP controls, and scalable architecture simplify installation while providing premium distributed audio for luxury homes and light commercial applications.

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KAOS 360 Rear-Pro Projection Screen Innovations’ KAO 360 Rear-Pro Projection combines its dual-sided 360 rear-projection optic with the KAOS Onyx Retention System for superior outdoor performance. The solution delivers bright images on both sides using a single projector, offers exceptional wind resistance, supports screens up to 24 feet wide, and retracts into a discreet motorized housing when not in use.

BRAVIA II True RGB TB The Sony BRAVIA 9 II TRUE RGB TV delivers premium picture performance powered by Sony’s True RGB technology, producing more accurate color, deeper contrast, and consistent image quality across real-world environments. Designed for both home theaters and bright living spaces, it maintains a cinematic viewing experience and is available to order.

SHADE INNOVATIONS

SPECOP SECURE

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Wireless TriMesh Zigbee Control Platform Wireless TriMesh is a professional-grade Zigbee control platform built for reliable, large-scale motorized shade installations. Featuring three independent mesh networks, integrated spectrum analysis, realtime network mapping, site-file backup/restore and synchronized shade control, reduces troubleshooting, minimizes service calls and delivers dependable wireless performance in demanding smart home environments.

Cyber Centurion Cyber Centurion is SpecOp Secure’s new cybersecurity essentials tier, priced at roughly half of the company’s flagship Cyber Protect program. It bundles enterprise-grade protection powered by Cisco Meraki, including endpoint protection, a password vault with dark web monitoring, and a managed firewall with geofencing and secure remote access.

SKYWORTH 2923

SYLVOX 2738

C2 Canvas Art The new C2 Canvas Art TV brings Skyworth’s flagship ‘True QD-Mini LED Technology’ and OmniView Matte Screen to its standard Art TV lineup, delivering 400+ local dimming zones, 1,000 nits peak brightness, and near-OLED performance. Available in 55-, 65, and 75-inch models with customizable frames.

Frameless Pro The Sylvox Frameless Pro introduces a screen-first outdoor TV design with a 1.5mm ultra-narrow bezel and up to 95% screen-to-body ratio. Built for premium outdoor spaces, it combines IP56 durability with a 2,000-nit 4K display designed for full-sun viewing.

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WALL SMART

Glydea ULTRA 50 WireFree Zigbee Drapery Motor Somfy’s Glydea ULTRA 50 WireFree Zigbee Draper Motor delivers elegant, wire-free drapery automation for luxury homes. The Zigbee 3.0 motor eliminates prewiring, supports designer drapery styles up to 36 feet and 110 pounds, and integrates with Somfy TaHoma, Apple Home and leading smart home platforms for seamless control and simplified installation.

Universal Flush Mount for Dome Cameras WALL-SMART’s Universal Flush Mount for Dome Cameras simplifies security installations with one versatile platform compatible with most dome cameras. Its true flush, paintable design preserves premium aesthetics while integrated height adjustment and an acoustic grille ensure optimal camera performance.

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LED TVs Lead Stealth New Solutions Showcase BOOTH 2911 Stealth Acoustics is spotlighting a wide range of new categories, solutions, and technologies at CEDIA Expo 2026. Spanning foldable and directview LED displays, network-integrated amplifiers, slot-ported, in-wall subwoofers and the new Stealth Design Studio, the showcase marks a significant expansion for the brand. Moving beyond invisible technology, the collection introduces a broader portfolio of distinctly “stealthy” solutions engineered to deliver exceptional performance without overpowering the spaces they serve. The exciting new display line-up features a 114inch Extreme Retractable LED TV with 1.5mm pixel pitch and a high-output soundbar, alongside a 136-

inch on-wall fixed LED TV with 0.9mm pixel pitch and an integrated soundbar. A standout addition to the range is a foldable (yes, foldable) 105-inch onwall LED TV. Featuring a 1.2mm pixel pitch and a customisable front, the active display integrates LR430 invisible left and right speakers with a slot-ported in-wall subwoofer to create a complete “stealthy” audio and video solution.

Kordz Rolls Out R.4 Rack & Marine HDMI Cable BOOTH 3032 At CEDIA Expo, Kordz is showcasing the new award-winning R.4 48Gbps Rack and Marine Passive HDMI Cable. Designed specifically for professional integrators, the R.4 supports the full 48Gbps HDMI bandwidth, enabling uncompressed 8K video along with advanced features including eARC, Variable Refresh Rate (VRR), and Quick Media Switching (QMS). Every cable is independently tested and certified to the DPL Labs Enhanced 48Gbps Reference Standard,

Addressing practical installation challenges, a compact die-cast connector, slimmer cable diameter, and 0.3-meter length increments from 0.3 to 3 meters simplify cable management and improve airflow in crowded racks. A 95 percent copper braid shield enhances EMI rejection, while a robust 2kg-retention connector resists vibration in marine installations.

New Torus Power Tools for Luxury AV Power Management BOOTH 1914 Torus Power’s latest AVR-2 ELITE Series combines its proven toroidal isolation technology with intelligent voltage regulation and cloud connectivity, giving integrators new tools to protect, monitor, and manage highperformance residential systems. The AVR-2 ELITE maintains a consistent 120V output even when utility voltage fluctuates, helping preserve the performance and lon-

Alfred Showcases New Interconnect Kit BOOTH 727 At CEDIA Expo 2026, Alfred International’s new Interconnect Kit, brings fire-code compliance and single-motion egress functionality to Alfred smart deadbolts, making it a powerful upgrade for multi-family and rental properties. Designed for both retrofit and new construction, the kit seamlessly transforms any Alfred deadbolt into an interconnect lockoffering easy, secure exit in emergencies without compromising modern access control. This commercial-grade solution supports PIN codes, RFID, Bluetooth, and Z-Wave, giving property managers the flexibility to manage access with the method that best fits their needs. By bridging the gap between convenience and code compliance, the Interconnect Kit enables smart lock installations in properties traditionally limited by fire safety requirements.

Torus Power’s AVR-2 ELITE toroidal iso transformer gevity of projectors, processors, amplifiers, and other sensitive electronics. Through Power Connect, installers can remotely monitor operating conditions, simplifying diagnostics and ongoing system support. Alongside the AVR-2 ELITE, Torus Power is showcasing the RM Series of toroidal isolation transformers, available in models from 7 to 200 amps.

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26 » CEDIA EXPO 2026 SHOW DAILY « DAY TWO EDITION ORIGIN ACOUSTICS, BOOTH 2523 Origin Acoustics is introducing its Built-to-Order Wedge Speaker, a custom architectural loudspeaker designed to integrate seamlessly into corners without requiring the project team to adapt the space around a fixed-size product. Each system is manufactured specifically for the installation. At the heart of the system is a sealed full-range loudspeaker featuring a 5-inch coaxial driver with a 3-inch ribbon tweeter and dual 6.5-inch woofers. The combination delivers balanced performance, exceptional clarity, and low-frequency extension into approximately the 50 Hz range.

Just Video Walls Unveils New Flagship MicroLED Platform BOOTH 3000 Just Video Walls is unveiling Absolute Black, its new flagship MicroLED platform, at CEDIA Expo, introducing a new approach to large-format display performance. Rather than relying on specs on a paper, Absolute Black combines real advances across optics, LED architecture, motion performance, panel uniformity, and color science. It combines a proprietary ultra-dark phosphor surface, LEDs occupying approximately one-tenth the visible surface area of conventional MicroLED designs, more than 50 percent improved panel uniformity, an ultra-high frequency LED driving architecture, and approximately 99 percent DCI-P3 color reproduction. The result is a display that delivers deeper perceived blacks, seamless panel-to-panel consistency, exceptionally smooth motion with scan line effect, and lifelike color-all working together to create the most natural viewing experience we’ve ever achieved with MicroLED.

Devialet Phantom Ultimate CI Makes Debut BOOTH 1146 Devialet Phantom Ultimate CI brings the acclaimed French acoustic house’s signature sound to the custom integration market, and showgoers can hear it live for the first time at Booth 1146. The speaker connects natively to Audinate Dante and Audio over IP networks, delivering uncompressed, high-definition sound with the network stability and installation speed integrators demand. Devialet Phantom Ultimate CI is available in two models: the flagship 108dB and the compact 98dB. Every unit carries the full Devialet signature, including ADH, SAM real-time driver protection, and HBI bass diving to 14 Hz, now paired with professional wired protocols built for the trade. Each speaker connects straight to a network switch via Ethernet, with the Dante Embedded Platform supporting 128 x 128 channels. An open, native IP control API puts setup in

integrators’ hands instantly. Certified drivers for Crestron, Savant, Control4, RTI, and NICE/ELAN arrive this fall.

QMS Goes to Extremes in New LED Wall ROOM 201 Quantum Media Systems is raising the bar for luxury residential entertainment with the XDR4-8K Extreme LED Wall, a fifth-generation immersive video wall platform engineered to deliver uncompromising performance, flexibility, and design elegance. Powered by Quantum’s advanced Visual Media Server, the turnkey solution supports multiple simultaneous native 8K video streams without downscaling, preserving exceptional image quality while allowing customized layouts that combine both 4K and 8K content. Designed to meet professional post-production standards, the XDR4-8K Extreme LED Wall delivers studio-grade color accuracy and DCI-compliant performance, allowing homeowners to experience movies exactly as filmmakers intended. Beyond entertainment, the platform transforms the display into an interactive centerpiece with customizable overlays, widgets, and integrated controls that sup-

Quantum Media Systems’ XDR4-8K Extreme LED Wall port digital art, sports, gaming, and smart home functionality.

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NAD’s CI S4 multi-zone music streamer is on exhibit at the Lenbrook booth

Lenbrook Expands BluOS Ecosystem

DREAMWALL, BOOTH 1332 At CEDIA Expo 2026, DreamWall is showcasing its latest Outdoor MicroLED Ultra-Bright, weatherproof COB Video Wall solutions in a range of styles and sizes designed for luxury residential, commercial AV, and digital signage applications. Delivering exceptional color accuracy, contrast, and image clarity, the DreamWall CooLED Outdoor COB Video Walls reach brightness levels up to 4,000 nits and are available in sizes from 115 inches to 317 inches. DreamWall CooLED outdoor-rated panels are designed to dissipate heat efficiently.

SpecOp Secure Steps In Where Wi-Fi Calling Falters BOOTH 3038 As Wi-Fi calling increasingly fails to deliver reliable indoor voice, SpecOp Secure is helping integrators solve the problem at its source with engineered cellular amplification systems. Much of the failure traces back to congestion on the carrier’s own network, which struggles to handle call volume and often can’t get calls through cleanly. Modern construction, like Low-E glass, steel framing, and concrete, compounds the problem by blocking signal before it reaches a phone, dropping calls and complicating emergency routing that depends on the carrier network. SpecOp’s cellular amplification systems keep phones on the carrier network throughout a property instead of relying on Wi-Fi. Every system starts with a survey and design from SpecOp’s FCC-licensed RF engineers, tailored to construction, layout, and carrier mix. Integrators can sell it outright or offer it as a subscription with built-in recurring revenue, backed by unlimited remote support either way. “This isn’t the stick-on repeater kit integrators remember from ten years ago,” said Ted Bremekamp, VP of Channel at SpecOp Secure. “Every system starts with an engineer-designed layout, and we stay on the account to guide the install and commission it to make sure it’s functioning at 100 percent.”

BOOTH 3319 Lenbrook is showcasing new products from Bluesound, NAD Electronics, PSB Speakers, and DALI Loudspeakers. NAD is featuring two additions to the CI Modular Series: the NAD CI S4 Multi-Zone Music Streamer and NAD CI H2 BluOS Input Hub. The CI S4 delivers four zones of BluOS streaming in a compact one-third rack-width format, while the CI H2 enables TV audio integration via eARC or optical connections into larger BluOS systems. Bluesound is demonstrating a complete 5.1 wireless home theater system built around the recently launched Pulse Flex wireless music streaming speaker and Pulse Cinema soundbar, showcasing an easy and flexible approach to immersive home entertainment without the complexity of traditional AV systems. PSB is showcasing its new iQ Series of BluOS Streaming Powered Speakers featuring the iQ1 and iQ2 in a range of colors. Dali Loudspeakers is presenting its new BluOS powered Vega Premium All-in-One Wireless Sound System, alongside its architectural and custom installation solutions.

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Kaleidescape Strato E Line: The Low-cost Entry Level Option

WALL-SMART, BOOTH 1911 At CEDIA Expo, WALLSMART is demonstrating its new Universal Flush Mount for Dome Cameras, a purpose-built solution that delivers the clean architectural aesthetic clients expect while giving installers far greater flexibility. Designed to accommodate the vast majority of dome cameras on the market, the Universal Flush Mount supports multiple body sizes and two-, three-, or four-hole mounting configurations, allowing a single mounting platform to replace numerous model-specific accessories. This simplifies project planning, reduces inventory requirements, and makes it easier to accommodate camera changes without delaying installation.

BOOTH 3706 The lower cost of entry makes Strato E the ideal option for integrators to introduce customers to Kaleidescape. Strato E is scalable, thus integrators can easily add additional Terra Prime movie servers and Strato E movie players to fit the needs and desires of the customer. The integrator now has a best-in-class media source option for entry-level projects up to cost-noobject installations, making it possible for all projects to enjoy the benefits of content with lossless audio and full reference video quality, improving the overall performance of the installation. Strato E makes it easy for customers to enjoy Kaleidescape movies at home, on vacation, or bring movie nights to friends and family. With uncompromising picture quality, Strato E plays 4K movies in standard dynamic range, HDR10, and Dolby Vision with superb upscaling of HD and SD quality content

A residence in Ontario’s secluded Muskoka region has become the site of the first L-Acoustics home theatre installation in Canada

Ontario Residence Takes Canada’s First L-Acoustics Install BOOTH 1539 A 16,000-square-foot home in Ontario’s Muskoka region, commonly referred to as “The Hamptons of the North,” recently became the site of the first L-Acoustics home theatre loudspeaker installation in Canada, thanks to Oro-Medonte-based Blue Rocket Solutions. BRS specified a 7.1.4 surround system for the family’s two-row, seven-seat movie room featuring 15 speakers powered by a single L-Acoustics LA7.16i amplified controller. Four Syva Sub subwoofers at the front of the room are paired with three X8i coaxial systems mounted into the wall behind a new screen, while four smaller X6i are wall-recessed as surrounds and complemented by four more X6i height channels overhead. “This system provides clean, energetic, full-fidelity power,” BRS Owner Ryan Guest says. “After completing the final onsite calibration with L-Acoustics’ certified audio engineer, the first listen brought goosebumps to everyone present.”

to 4K resolution. In addition, Strato E movie players provide lossless audio, maximizing sound quality with a range of downstream audio components. Strato supports multichannel and spatial audio codecs including Dolby Atmos, Dolby TrueHD, DTS:X, and DTS-HD Master Audio. Kaleidescape’s lossless audio makes customers’ processors, amplifiers, and speakers sound the way the director intended.

Refreshed CONNECT Platform at SurgeX BOOTH 1308 SurgeX is showcasing the refreshed version of its CONNECT cloud platform at CEDIA 2026, giving residential integrators a more intuitive way to monitor, manage and support power across connected home projects. CONNECT allows integrators to provide a more proactive service through remote monitoring, helping diagnose and resolve power-related issues before on-site intervention is required. The updated interface introduces site-level and map-based views, allowing integrators to focus on specific homes, spaces or locations instead of viewing every device at once. Compatible with SurgeX SQUID, UPS Standalone and all PROTECT + CONNECT products, the platform allows users to monitor device status, toggle or reboot outlets and track events in real time.

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Crestron Upgrades DIN Rail Product Lineup BOOTH 2000 Crestron is introducing two next-generation DIN Rail lighting modules, the 8-Channel Universal Switch (DIN-8SWU8) and 4-Channel Universal Dimmer (DIN-4DIMU4), as the most significant milestones yet in Crestron’s initiative to modernize and right-size the DIN Rail product lineup. The 8-Channel Universal Switch features eight configurable relay outputs that support LED, MLV, ELV, incandescent, and motor loads up to 10A per channel. Adjacent channel pairs can be configured for motorized blinds, windows, and awnings without

additional hardware. The 4-Channel Universal Dimmer was built to handle LED, MLV, ELV, fluorescent, incandescent, and ballast loads. A zero-watt minimum load eliminates the need for resistors on LED circuits, while four independent line-voltage inputs enable multiphase wiring, and output bridging supports loads up to 1,040W at 120VAC. Both modules occupy 6M of DIN rail space, cutting the footprint of the previous generations by half, allowing projects to do more with less space.

ProjX360: Everything Everywhere in One Place BOOTH C908 Your team does its best work when they have the right information at the right time. But when every proposal becomes a separate project, the same home or business can be divided across five, 10, or even more project records. Suddenly, your people are searching for documents, checking multiple timelines, and wondering which information is current. That confusion steals valuable hours, increases costly mistakes, and keeps your team from delivering the exceptional experience your clients deserve. Instead of scattering a client’s information across multiple projects, ProjX360 organizes everything

Apex Spotlights Enhanced Power Hub Features around the location. Proposals, change orders, drawings, documents, work orders, purchase orders, inventory, invoices, communications, and project history stay connected in one central place. Salespeople can sell with confidence. Project managers can see the complete picture. Technicians can quickly find what they need. And the leadership team gains clearer visibility into every project without chasing updates.

Sonos Expands Ecosystem with Beam Ultra BOOTH 2507 At CEDIA Expo, Sonos is demonstrating how its expanding ecosystem makes immersive entertainment more flexible, personalized, and seamlessly integrated throughout the home. At the center of the

Crestron’s 8-Channel Universal Switch (left) and 4-Channel Universal Dimmer

experience is the new Beam Ultra, a 7.1.2 immersive soundbar that delivers powerful Dolby Atmos performance while serving as the anchor for the home’s primary entertainment space. Whether watching television, streaming music, or transitioning to personal listening, Beam Ultra keeps content flowing naturally between devices. The demonstration highlights new capabilities that extend the listening experience well beyond the living room. Portable Sonos speakers can now function as wireless surround speakers during movie night before returning to standalone use throughout the home or outdoors. Meanwhile, new Sonos Ace Ultra headphones allow listeners to move effortlessly from shared room audio to private listening without interrupting playback, creating new opportunities for personalized entertainment.

BOOTH 4415 At CEDIA Expo, Apex Technologies is showcasing major software enhancements to its award-winning Apex Power Hub, Powered by Control Envy, giving systems integrators unprecedented visibility into the power health of their clients’ homes. The latest release expands remote monitoring, management and diagnostic capabilities, enabling dealers to identify developing issues, respond proactively, and perform preventative maintenance without dispatching a service technician. Designed as a centralized platform for monitoring, controlling, and automating Apex and leading third-party power systems, the Apex Power Hub, Powered by Control Envy, unifies voltage-regulating online UPS units and GUDE IP-addressable power distribution units through a single, intuitive interface. The enhanced software provides deeper insight into power conditions, allowing integrators to quickly diagnose anomalies before they become service calls, reducing downtime while saving both time and operational costs.

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Hyperion Axis Converters Ready at AudioControl BOOTH 1500 AudioControl is introducing the Hyperion Series eARC-to-Dante converters, enabling system designers and AV professionals to deliver unparalleled sonic performance and system implementation flexibility across any size multi-zone entertainment project. As smart TVs are more often utilized as the primary source within a home entertainment platform, Hyperion Axis processors enable clean, scalable audio integration without the need for a traditional AV receiver at the display location and are the ideal distributed audio solution for any multi-zone entertainment application. Hyperion Axis eARC to Dante converters are available in two-channel, 10-channel, and 16-chan-

AudioControl’s Axis16 eARC to Dante converter nel models, allowing audio systems to be tailored to any space. Purpose-built for today’s display-driven, network-based audio designs, Axis processors extract

SHADE INNOVATIONS, BOOTH 2818 Shade Innovations (SI) is launching KAOS Vinyl, an innovative addition to its flagship KAOS (Kick Ass Outdoor Shades) platform that transforms patios, outdoor kitchens, restaurants, hospitality spaces, and other outdoor environments into comfortable, all-season living areas while preserving unobstructed views. Combining premium optically clear vinyl with the industry’s most advanced motorized outdoor shading technology, KAOS Vinyl creates a transparent barrier that protects against wind, rain, heat, and cold without sacrificing the surrounding scenery. Available in ceiling, wall, or pocket-mount configurations, KAOS Vinyl integrates seamlessly into virtually any architectural design, disappearing when not in use and deploying only when weather protection is needed.

high-bitrate audio via eARC or digital inputs and inject it directly into Dante and AES67 networks for crystal clear distribution to any zone.

PLATINUM TOOLS, BOOTH 1123 Platinum Tools is featuring its new Fiber Optic Inspection Scope during CEDIA Expo 2026. Now shipping, the PT-SCOPE-200 is a portable, wired or Wi-Fi enabled fiber inspection microscope designed for professionals who demand precision, convenience, and speed in the field. Compatible with Platinum Tools’ mini OTDR and Copper Tester and ideal for technicians and installers working on fiber optic cable terminations, the PT-SCOPE-200 includes a slim carrying case for easy transport and most common connector endface adapters.

Severtson Gives Its Regards to Broadway BOOTH 1225 Severtson Screens is featuring its recently launched white, perforated, acoustically transparent screen option for its acclaimed Broadway Thin Bezel Series fixed frame projection screen solutions during CEDIA Expo 2026. Customers can choose from Severtson’s perfectly tensioned screen materials that will take the viewing experience to the highest levels of performance available in the market today. Broadway Thin Bezel Series material choices include:

Broadway White: 1.1 gain; a smooth vinyl, with a white front and black back. The screen surface provides an exceptionally wide 120-degree viewing angle. Available in perforated version in multiple sizes. Broadway Grey: 1.0 gain; smooth grey vinyl with a black back. This screen surface provides a higher contrast, ideal for situations where there is more ambient light, and a wide viewing angle is desired.

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PRODUCT SPOTLIGHT

MASSIVE CINEMATIC BASS. NO FLOORSPACE REQUIRED. Experience deep, chest-pounding bass from a low-profile architectural subwoofer primed for easy installation into existing rooms or new construction. The SVS 3000 In-Wall Subwoofer features dual active 9-inch high-excursion SVS drivers powered by an 800 Watt Continuous, 2,500 Watt peak power amplifier with discrete MOSFET output. Harnessing the massive power is a 50 MHz Analog Devices Audio DSP with 56-bit filtering. The acclaimed SVS Subwoofer Control app offers precise tuning options from the sweet spot with control of volume, low pass filter, phase, polarity, room gain, custom presets, and more. Dual SVS 3000 In-Wall subwoofer systems are also available. https://www.svsound.com/products/3000-in-wall-subwoofer | Booth #4323

PIXEL PERFECT WALLS Pixel Perfect Walls creates fully customizable direct-view LED video walls for luxury residential and commercial spaces. Pixel pitches as fine as 0.7mm deliver reference-level clarity from close viewing distances, while seamless modular sizing, high refresh rates, and front or rear service access give integrators the freedom to design without compromise. From private cinemas and media rooms to showrooms, lobbies, and boardrooms, our dealer-first team supports every project from specification through installation. Visit us at CEDIA to experience cinematic scale with architectural precision. https://www.pixelperfectwalls.com/product-information | Booth #1346

IWALLET 2.0 Collecting overdue invoices is one of the most time-consuming jobs for contractors. At CEDIA iWallet introduces an AI-powered Accounts Receivable Assistant that automates the entire process. The workflow engine tracks invoice aging, sends reminders by email, text message, or voice call, and adjusts each step based on how long an invoice has been outstanding. When a payment dispute or another situation needs human judgment, the system pauses and hands the account back to staff. The result is faster collections, more consistent communication, improved cash flow, and less time spent chasing customers for payment. iwallet.com | Booth #C915

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Panelists Emphasize Early Involvement with Lighting Designers By Nina Snyder Integrators should partner with lighting designers early in the process for best results, according to the panel of experts from the “From Subcontractor to Collaborator: Partnering with Designers on Intelligent Living” Wednesday afternoon session at Expo. Cecilia Ramos, VP of architectural markets for Lutron, emphasized the importance of involving lighting designers in the concept design phase or schematic design phase. Sometimes lighting designers are brought in at later phases of a project, then struggle to bring their designs to life. Ramos also said she likes to receive a furniture design to properly illuminate a space, a step which some integrators overlook. “Without a furniture design, I can give you a grid of downlights, but that’s not a great lighting design,” she said. Viewing lighting designers as collaborators rather

than subcontractors is also vital to a flourishing relationship, said Carley Knobloch, a technology advisor for AUDIOVISIONS, a California-based integrator. “It takes time,” Knoblach said. “It’s not all going to happen in one conversation or one project.” Carley Knobloch (left) and Cecilia Ramos Sometimes integrators and designers struggle to communicate during a project. designers and integrators, Knobloch offered a cheat Knoblach encourages both sides to find “a middle sheet to translate. For example, when designers talk ground so we can all speak to each other more about warm or cool lighting, integrators should effectively.” translate that to color temperature. While lighting designers focus on the outcome At the end of the day, the success of the project of the design, integrators focus on the mechanisms depends on the team’s ability to understand each behind the design. Both designers and integrators are other—and the needs of the homeowner. Knoblach working to enact the same vision, but can face obstaencouraged integrators to keep the goal of the projcles from different terminology. “We need to know ect in mind when working with lighting designers. what the homeowners are dreaming about and how “If you have inferior lighting, it’s not really going to they’re going to use those spaces,” Knoblach said. matter how wonderful your materials are,” Knoblach To bridge the communication gap between said.

Trinnov Audio Updates WaveForming, Teases AI By John Sciacca MR 204 Trinnov Audio is showcasing the latest version of its WaveForming technology at Expo, with an update that will bring bass improvement to a much larger group of Altitude owners. WaveForming is Trinnov’s term for advanced room correction that can correct for standing waves in a room, producing cleaner, tighter bass response across a wider range of seats. Previously, the system required a minimum of four subwoofers, two up front and two in back, with these arrays acting as “emitters” and “absorbers.” Jon Herron shows off the company’s latest software. With this latest software update, WaveForming can now be done with just two subwoofto the room’s physics, resulting in more natural ers located in the front of the room. sounding bass. Improvements have also been made to the Arnaud Destinay, Trinnov’s managing director, WaveForming optimizations with “more approprialso demonstrated how AI might be implemented ate windowing of the measurements and correcin the future to perform real-time “tone control” tions.” This is said to yield more reliable and stable adjustments. “Calibration is a conversation, not a performance by focusing correction where it is preset,” Destinay said. needed and applying filters that are more faithful For example, by using an external AI LLM

(Claude in this case), Destinay was able to enter commands like, “The bass is a little muddy” or “I can’t hear the dialogue clearly,” and the AI would send changes to the Trinnov Altitude processor to make real-time corrections to processing EQ, gain, delay, and filters to adjust audio per the input request. Once the LLM performed the requested audio tweaks, it could respond with answers like, “That boosted the upper-mid range on the center channel only, which is right where speech intelligibility lives. Dialogue should now be noticeably easier to follow.” Stressing the sustainability and longevity of Trinnov’s products, the company also announced a new “Care Plan” that extends the Altitude’s original five-year warranty to 10 years from date of purchase. This plan also includes an annual remote health check (software, logs, storage), and priority dealer support. The new WaveForming software update will launch on Sept. 9 and will be free to all Altitude owners.

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USAI Lighting

Insolroll Window Shading Systems

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EXHIBITOR LISTINGS 2N, An Axis company �� C1014 3B Scientific �� 3542 ABBA Lighting �� 1138 Acoustic Innovations �� 2932 Acoustic Innovations �� 2120 Adako �� 1239 ADI Global Distribution �� 1511 Airzone �� C1116 AiSPIRE/WAC Group �� 1323 AL TRANSFO TECHNOLOGY LIMITED �� C1016 Alarm.com �� 4300 Alcons Audio �� SR9 Alfred International Inc �� 727 Alleviate LLC �� 2944 Alta Labs �� 3015 AMP Lighting �� 1742 Amplifier Technologies Inc. �� C1100 Analog Devices �� 1928 Apex Technologies �� 4415 Aqara �� C719 ARCH PROJETOS, INSTALACOES E COMERCIO DE EQUIPAMENTOS LTDA �� 1943 ARCH S �� 1942 Ascendo �� SR10 ASHB �� 1137 ASR Fine Art �� 624 ATLAS HEALTH �� C600 AudioQuest �� MR612 Auriga Systems �� 3142 Autonomic Controls Inc. �� C1108 AV-iQ �� 3035 AVA, Inc. �� 3519 AVPro �� 1500 AWALL �� 4107 AWOL Vision �� 4019 Bad Dog Tools �� 1129 Barco Residential �� 3123 BellaVista Solution LLC �� 3143 Benner-Nawman, Inc. �� 632 Blackwire Designs �� 4311 BLINDSPACE �� 1923 Blue Dog Group �� C916 Bluesound �� 3319 BluOS �� 3319 Blustream �� 3211 Bolton Install Pros �� 3838 Bond �� 3900 Bradley Collection, The �� 1637 BrightVault �� 1532 Brilliance LED �� 3942 Brilliant NextGen �� 828 BTX Window Automation, Inc. �� 3900 Builder Innovator �� 2928 Burgeree New Tech Jiangsu Co. , Ltd. �� 928 BZBGEAR �� C900 C SEED The Unfolding TV �� C1119 Cabasse �� MR208HPA Cableorganizer.com �� 1025 CatLok �� 2946 CEDIA �� 2532 CEPro / Connected Brands Media Group �� 3035 Changhong NeoNet �� C621 CHeKT Visual Security �� 4300 Chowmainsoft �� 3332 Christie Digital �� SR10 As of August 28, 2026 – Subject to Change

CinemaTech, Inc �� 3106 Circuit �� 3144 Clara Shades �� 1315 Cleerline Technology �� C1214 Clinton Electronics �� C615 Coastal Source �� 2117 Commercial Integrator �� 3035 Crescendo Research �� 1446 Crestron Electronics, Inc. �� 2000 Cutco Gifting �� 2423 Cutco Gifting �� 3442 D-Tools, Inc. �� 3723 D&H Distributing Company �� 923 DALI Speakers �� 3319 Deako �� 1125 Deep Sentinel �� 1305 Dendo Systems �� 3246 Devialet �� 1146 Distribuidora Campinas de Audio e Acessorios Ltda �� 2043 Distributor Connect �� 3244 DMF Lighting �� 2106 DoorBird �� 1328 DR. FUJI Wellness & Longevity Tech �� 2746 Draper �� C1201 DreamWall �� 1332 DSPeaker �� C617 Dub Dev Technologies �� 3944 Dynamat LLC �� 1044 Earthquake Sound Corporation �� 1917 eero �� 3711 ekeyUSA Systems, LLC �� C1204 Eleusis Digital Canvas �� MR607 Elk Products Inc. �� 1628 Embr Lighting �� 1237 Emerald Reserved �� 159 EmeryAllen �� 944 Emotiva Audio Corporation �� 2938 Environmental Lights �� C1205 Epic Sky Technology Impact Lighting �� 842 Epson America, Inc. �� MR206 Epson America, Inc. �� 1319 EPV Screens �� 3027 Ethereal �� 3719 Euchips Electronics Inc �� 1744 Eurofase �� 1142 FabricWall �� 942 Faradite �� 1405 Fiberoptics Technology Inc. �� 3344 Fitness Audio �� C805 Flex Tecnologia e Com. de Equip. Electricos Ltda �� C717 FORTRESS, Inc. �� 3018 Future PLC �� 934 Future Ready Solutions �� 3032 FX Luminaire �� 723 Garden Light LED �� 3435 GE Lighting, A Savant Company �� 2518 Gotham Audio �� C811 Grimani Systems �� 1144 Guardsman �� 1946 Gunsens �� 3044 H-P Products Central Vacuums �� 1223 Hangzhou Hongshi Electrical Co.,Ltd. �� 2646 Hansong Technology �� C708 Harman Luxury Audio �� MR207

Hegel Music System AS �� 1546 HMS Networks �� C620 Holovision �� 1842 HomeBot One, Inc. aka Mymemo �� 3742 Homeowners Marketing Services �� 1027 Homni Electronic Co., Ltd. �� 1528 HYPERSUB �� 1244 IC Realtime LLC �� 1311 ilLumenate Lighting �� 1543 IMCCA �� 1132 Indextr �� 3243 Infinity Massage Chairs �� 2742 Infratech �� C702 Innovative Lighting �� 847 Inscape Data Corporation �� C608 Insolroll Window Shading Systems �� C1111 International Association of Lighting Designers (IALD) �� 1643 Ionthis Inc. �� 1029 iWallet �� C915 J-Tech Digital, Inc. �� C700 JDI Display America �� 1542 Jellyfish Lighting �� 2028 Jet Living Products �� C806 Jetbuilt �� 1728 Jiaxing DIBEISI Electroacoustics Co.,Ltd. �� 932 Johnson Controls, Inc. �� 4303 Jonard Tools �� C914 Josh.ai �� 3406 Just Video Walls �� 3000 JVC �� 3511 K-array �� C904 Kaleidescape, Inc. �� 3706 Kaleidescape, Inc. �� 2120 KEF AMERICA �� 2120 Kinetics Noise Control �� 1228 Klus �� 3335 KNX National Group USA �� C1104 KOHLER �� 4215 KRIX �� SR5 L-Acoustics �� 1738 L-Acoustics �� 1539 LBI Boyd Acoustical Products �� 1342 Lenbrook �� 3319 Lenbrook Media Group �� 3319 Leon Speakers �� 1719 LG Electronics USA, Inc. �� MR210 LifeSmart �� 628 Light and Shade Solutions �� 1925 Light Can Help You �� 1242 Lighting BOSS �� 3738 Liteline Corporation �� 4306 Loewe �� MR208HPA Lucetta CI �� 2142 Lumagen, Inc. �� 1346 Lumagen, Inc. �� SR7 LumenCache �� 3146 Lumentruss �� 1538 Lumien Lighting �� C705 Luminii �� C601 Lutron Electronics �� 4511 Lutron Electronics �� 2111 M&K Sound �� C811 madVR Labs �� 2047 madVR Labs �� SR10

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Crestron Sales (Tuesday ONLY) Multiple MPT - 104

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Harman Luxury Audio Meeting Room 207

MR212

MR207HPA

Lutron Electronics Co., MPT, Meeting Room 110

CEDIA CEDIA CEDIA Conference, Conference, Conference, Meeting Room Meeting Room Meeting Room 401 402 403

CEDIA CEDIA CEDIA CEDIA Conference, Conference, Conference, Conference, Meeting Room Meeting Room Meeting Room Meeting Room 405 404 406 407

LG HPA Meeting Room 210 MR210

Press Room Meeting Room 205

STAIR 4

Loewe HPA Meeting Room 208

STAIR 18

Samsung MPT, Meeting Room 112

Savant MPT, Meeting Room 111

STAIR 20

Samsung MPT, Meeting Room 113

MR208HPA MR205HPA

MR203HPA

CEDIA Conference, Meeting Room 301

CEDIA CEDIA CEDIA Conference, Conference, Conference, Meeting Room Meeting Room Meeting Room 302 303 304

Trinnov Audio HPA, Meeting Room 204 MR204HPA

Quantum HPA Meeting Room 201

Crestron MPT Meeting Room 102 (Thursday ONLY)

ADI MPT Room, Meeting Room 103

MR206

STAIR 19

Epson HPA Meeting Room 206

CEDIA Sales Office Meeting Room 203

PRO & Theory HPA, Meeting Room 202 MR201HPA Q

MR202HPA 4' Table

4' Table

N720

4' Table

Registration Office, Meeting Room 101

4' Table

4' Table ATM

CEDIA Association F&B

REGISTRATION

STAIR 32

STAIR 3

KEF Cafe

STAIR 31

STAIR 2

STAIR 30

STAIR 1

A1-A3 F1-F3

CS F4

KArray

As of August 28, 2026 – Subject to Change

DAY TWO EDITION » CEDIA EXPO 2026 SHOW DAILY « 37 madVR Labs �� 1947 Magna Audio �� 2042 Magnetar Audio LLC. �� 4103 Mezmo Technologies �� 1644 Michael Barr Audio Technology �� C1100 MINIMIS �� C711 MolSmart �� 3046 Monitor Audio �� 3715 MyBusinessPortal.Cloud �� 625 NAD Electronics �� 3319 Neptune TV �� 3227 NETGEAR �� C911 NextLevel Acoustics �� 1346 Nightscaping �� C610 Nightscaping Design Studio �� C612 Ningbo Dooya Mechanic & Electronic Technology Co. Ltd �� 4319 Ningbo Dooya Mechanic & Electronic Technology Co. Ltd, Ouyida International Exhibition Company �� 4319 Ningbo Tonwel Audio Equipments Co., LTD �� 1042 NTC Tech �� C614 ODBMed �� 1914 ODBMed �� C816 Oelo Lighting Solutions LLC �� 4304 Officehubtech.com �� 3839 One Firefly LLC �� 1523 OneVision Resources �� 1623 OnFILTER �� 925 OpenEye �� 4300 Origin Acoustics �� 2523 Oval Home �� 4015 Panamorph �� 2120 Paradigm/Anthem/MartinLogan �� 2132 Pixel Perfect Walls, LLC �� 1346 Platinum Tools �� 1123 Playback Custom �� 946 PLH �� 3042 PMC �� SR6 Portal.io �� 1920 Powerhouse Alliance �� 1506 PowerShades �� C919 Prado America �� 2846 Pro Audio Technology / Theory Audio Design �� MR202HPA Pro Audio Technology / Theory Audio Design �� 1300 Procella Audio �� 3432 ProjX360 �� C908 Proluxe �� 1732 PSB Speakers �� 3319 PureEdge Lighting �� 1337 Quantum Media Systems �� MR201HPA Rack-A-Tiers Manufacturing �� 1642 Rakoit Technology (sz) Co., Ltd. �� 2046 RAM Mounts �� 3342 Residential Tech Today �� 844 Rev.io �� 2744 Ring �� 3711 Rite-Tech Industrial Co., Ltd. �� C1114 Rivista LLC �� 3242 ROBBOX Tools �� 827 Rodman Drill �� C1017 RollAShade �� 1843 RYSE �� 2538 Samsung Electronics America, Inc. �� MR112 Samsung Electronics America, Inc. �� MR113 Savant �� 2518 Schlage �� 4309 Screen Innovations �� 2818 Selective Design �� 2542 Severtson Corp �� 1225 Seymour-Screen Excellence �� 1947 As of August 28, 2026 – Subject to Change

Seymour-Screen Excellence �� SR10 Shades by Matiss �� C603 Shelly �� 728 Shenzhen Sunricher Technology Co., Ltd �� 3939 Shenzhen Sunricher Technology Co., Ltd �� 3939 SIM2 Multimedia srl �� 1646 SIM2 Multimedia srl �� SR8 Simplified Acoustics, LLC �� 1246 Simpro Software �� C1216 Skyworth USA �� 2923 Sol-Lux �� 4100 Sombra Shades �� 3703 Somfy Systems, Inc. �� 3215 Sonance �� 3700 Sonos, Inc. �� MR212 Sonos, Inc. �� 2507 Sony Electronics �� 2500 Sony Electronics �� 2120 Specifi IO Ltd �� 3332 SpecOp Secure/Decypher Technologies �� 3038 Stealth Acoustics �� 2911 Sterling Lighting �� 1537 Stewart Filmscreen �� 1346 Stewart Filmscreen �� 2120 StormAudio �� SR10 StormAudio �� 1747 Straight Wire �� 2120 SUNLIGHT2 �� 927 SurgeX �� 1308 SVS �� 4323 Sylvox Vision Inc �� 2738 Symbol Logic �� 623 TAG Lighting Brands �� 846 TCL North America �� 3200 TecNec Distributing �� 3543 Ted Bradley Studio �� 2935 TeleDynamics �� 1127 Tempo Communications �� 3938 TESmart Tech Co.,Ltd �� 2842 Totem Acoustic �� 3516 TP-Link Systems, Inc �� 3238 Trinnov Audio �� MR204HPA Tycon Systems �� 2936 Ubiquiti �� 3732 UGREEN �� 3444 Unique Lighting Systems: a member of The Toro Company family of brands �� 732 URC �� 2511 USAI Lighting �� 2915 Vanco �� 1906 Vanish Designs �� 2942 Vertical Cable �� C714 Viking Electronics �� 1028 VITAL �� C917 WALL SMART �� 1911 Wavenet Inc �� C902 Wellness Consultants LLC �� 3535 WeQuote �� C803 Windgroove Inc �� 3043 Wisdom Audio �� 3108 Wolf Drapery �� 2929 XGIMI �� 3327 Xiamen Set Electronics Co., Ltd. �� 1035 Yamaha Corporation of America �� 4023 Yeelight �� 1032 Z-WAVE TECNOLOGIA �� C817 Zaniboni Lighting �� C605 Zennio Avance y Tecnologia, S.L. �� 3727 Zoho �� 1531

THE OFFICIAL SHOW DAILY OF September 1-4, 2026 • Denver, CO CONTENT Anthony Savona MD, CONTENT David McGee CONTENT MANAGER Grant Morgan, Mark Pescatore, John Sciacca, Nina Snyder CONTENT PRODUCERS Nicole Schiling, Heather Tatrow PRODUCTION MANAGERS Nicole Cobban HEAD OF DESIGN John Staley ON-SITE PHOTOGRAPHER ADVERTISING SALES Adam Goldstein MANAGING VICE PRESIDENT OF SALES, B2B TECH John Casey, Janis Crowley, Zahra Majma, Deborah Rosenthal, Andi Tureson FUTURE Amanda Darman-Allen SVP, MD, B2B Carmel King VP, MARKET LEAD Anthony Savona MD, CONTENT, AV Dena Malouf VP, GLOBAL HEAD OF SALES, B2B Adam Goldstein MANAGING VP OF SALES, B2B TECH Allison Markert VP, GLOBAL HEAD OF STRATEGY & OPS, B2B Andrew Buchholz VP, PRODUCT & MARKETING, B2B Mark Constance HEAD OF PRODUCTION US & UK Nicole Cobban HEAD OF DESIGN, B2B FUTURE US, INC. Published at CEDIA Expo by Residential Systems and its parent company Future US 130 West 42nd Street, 7th Floor New York, NY 10036 www.futureplc.com

38 » CEDIA EXPO 2026 SHOW DAILY « DAY TWO EDITION

Outdoor Living on the Big Screen By Wayne Cavadi Outdoor TVs are a booming business right now. Michael Buratto, senior director, product management-entertainment, ADI Global, sees the outdoor TV market growing by up to 25% year over year, depending on screen size, performance, and feature set. Michael Gleason, director of sales, Skyworth USA, reported the company’s Clarus outdoor TVs have seen 600% growth year over year and “a huge increase” in partial sun sales. Industry research puts the CAGR at around 9.2%, according to Fiona Qin, sales director, Sylvox. “That said, Sylvox has been significantly outpacing the market,” Qin added. “Our retail channel performance has been exceptionally strong, and we see that momentum continuing.” The accelerated growth in outdoor AV installations is not a new concept. According to Jason McGraw, group VP and show director of CEDIA Expo, the shift began during the pandemic. “With people spending so much time at home,” he said, “the backyard became one of the few places to go, and homeowners started investing accordingly: outdoor kitchens, outdoor living spaces, and, increasingly, outdoor entertainment like distributed audio and large-format, weatherproof outdoor displays and LED screens.” With outdoor areas now essentially viewed as an additional room, outdoor TV installation is creating big opportunities for integrators and manufacturers. Knowing the features that best suit all customers is imperative. Gleason feels that brightness is still the most important feature people look for, noting that the Clarus Outdoor TV line features some of the brightest in the industry. Beyond brightness, Buratto said anti-glare performance is especially important, along with weather resistance that can withstand heat, humidity, and

the elements. Qin said customers want a “worry-free experience,” which is why reliability should be atop the feature list. “They want a TV they can count on to turn on at the start of the season and perform year after year,” Buratto added. “Beyond durability, they expect the same experience they get indoors: a sharp, bright picture, fast and intuitive navigation, and built-in access to their favorite streaming services.” Longevity should not be a concern for customers. Per Buratto, a properly designed outdoor TV should have a lifespan comparable to, or potentially longer than, a typical indoor TV. “The key is using a display specifically engineered to withstand outdoor conditions, including temperature fluctuations, moisture, and UV exposure,” he added, noting that SunBrite TVs are built for just that. Can the outdoors perform inside? Could a sports bar potentially go all-in on outdoor displays for both the interior and exterior of their space? A commercial space could use a consumer model, but Buratto cautioned the customer may be paying extra for features it doesn’t need. Take the sports bar, for example. Most sports bars have external streaming or cable devices, so paying for built-in streaming services is an unnecessary cost. Conversely, said Buratto, commercial models are typically designed for more demanding environments, with higher brightness for challenging lighting conditions and added durability features, such as protective glass and more robust connectivity and control options, making a commercial display a better longterm investment for a sports bar environment. Gleason agreed, stating that indoor TVs are not designed to compete with the sun, much like your smartphone is difficult to read on a bright day. “Commercial-grade displays are typically built for longer daily run times, higher brightness for spaces with lots of ambient light, and features geared toward business

SunBrite TVs are specifically engineered to withstand outdoor conditions, including temperature fluctuations, moisture, and UV exposure. use, like remote content management across multiple screens,” Gleason added. “Consumer models are optimized more for picture quality and streaming, since they’re designed with a residential viewing experience in mind. Having said that, we have seen our outdoor TVs being used for commercial use in Texas and other areas with great success.” An outdoor entertainment space should sound as good as it looks, and Buratto feels audio is also becoming a critical feature. While some customers prefer the built-in audio, Buratto notes that a soundbar does make for a more immersive experience. “ADI offers a wide range of audio solutions from Episode and other brands that integrate easily with outdoor TV systems,” Buratto offered. Skyworth features a built-in soundbar with all its outdoor TVs. However, for larger outdoor spaces and commercial applications, Gleason said customers often connect the TV to a distributed audio system with outdoor or landscape speakers, allowing sound to be heard throughout the viewing area. You can see for yourself at CEDIA Expo’s Destination Outdoors, presented by Coastal Source in collaboration with Lutron. Per McGraw, the experience brings the connected home to life, including a covered outdoor entertaining area, where outdoor TVs are paired with lighting, audio, and more for an immersive, high-tech experience.

Kaleidescape Panel Today 2-2:45 p.m. Smart Stage | Exhibit Hall DESIGNING IMMERSIVE ENTERTAINMENT EXPERIENCES Truly immersive home cinema installations evoke the feeling of really being there by deeply engaging the senses, not only with next generation visuals but also, and crucially, with superb audio. This session will explore the secrets behind high-end

home cinema and how it utilizes today’s audio and video advancements to truly “feel real,” envelop the viewer and allow them to disappear into the action. Moderator: Zachary Comeau, Executive Editor, CE Pro Confirmed Panelists: Michael Kobb, Principal Engineer, User Experience, Kaleidescape; Phil Holland, Filmmaker, PHFX; Juan Reyes, 8KA Executive Director; Rob Budde, Product Manager, JVC

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