With the barrage of do-it-yourself smart devices, folks are excited about smart technology like thermostats, cameras, door locks, and lighting. But as they live with these products, they soon realize the experience of disparate smart devices is disappointing. These smart products should work together to create a complete smart-home experience.

Introducing the Control4 CA-1 Automation Controller, a new class of controller engineered to deliver complete automation experiences around comfort, convenience, and peace of mind.

The NEW Control 4 CA-1 Controller

The CA-1 is the foundation that makes smart products work together to deliver rich, orchestrated automation.

A single button press arms the alarm, locks the doors, and turns out the lights
Unlocking the door automatically opens the shades and turns on the lamp
Receive a notification when the kids get home or a delivery arrives
A voice scene adjusts the thermostat and dims the lights
The home looks lived in even when you are away

The CA-1 back panel

The CA-1 is designed to keep things simple with just the I/O you need for projects that don’t include music or video. This simple approach eliminates cost and complexity, allowing you to attract more customers with an aggressive price. The CA-1 includes:

Single-core 1 GHz ARM processor
Ethernet and WiFi (N/G/B, 2.4 GHz)
ZigBee and optional Z-Wave support
External WiFi and ZigBee antennas for rock-solid wireless connectivity
Serial (RS-232) for control
PoE or DC power options
Compact design to be discreetly placed on a shelf or mounted on the wall.

This is brand new and we will post more details as they come available!

With the barrage of do-it-yourself smart devices, folks are excited about smart technology like thermostats, cameras, door locks, and lighting. But as they live with these products, they soon realize the experience of disparate smart devices is disappointing. These smart products should work together to create a complete smart-home experience.

Introducing the Control4 CA-1 Automation Controller, a new class of controller engineered to deliver complete automation experiences around comfort, convenience, and peace of mind.

The NEW Control 4 CA-1 Controller

The CA-1 is the foundation that makes smart products work together to deliver rich, orchestrated automation.

A single button press arms the alarm, locks the doors, and turns out the lights
Unlocking the door automatically opens the shades and turns on the lamp
Receive a notification when the kids get home or a delivery arrives
A voice scene adjusts the thermostat and dims the lights
The home looks lived in even when you are away

The CA-1 back panel

The CA-1 is designed to keep things simple with just the I/O you need for projects that don’t include music or video. This simple approach eliminates cost and complexity, allowing you to attract more customers with an aggressive price. The CA-1 includes:

Single-core 1 GHz ARM processor
Ethernet and WiFi (N/G/B, 2.4 GHz)
ZigBee and optional Z-Wave support
External WiFi and ZigBee antennas for rock-solid wireless connectivity
Serial (RS-232) for control
PoE or DC power options
Compact design to be discreetly placed on a shelf or mounted on the wall.

This is brand new and we will post more details as they come available!

Clients in Danville have taken on a major remodel and brought us in to do all things low voltage. New security, home networking infrastructure, and all new distributed audio and video.

We will be adding Napco security, B&W speakers as well as Episode outdoor sound.  All controled by Control4 home automation!

Here are a few pictures of where we begin….tear out.

The old closet full of electronics-Tear it out!

The old security system, a bit of a rats nest! Tear it out!

Yikes!!! Tear it out!

The “Electronic Coffee Table” will go. Replaced by one remote or the phone app.

We will post more as the project move forward!  It is going to be a great improvement for our clients!!

This stunning new build custom home is now done!  All that is missing is a bit of furniture !

This large home is controlled by Control 4. We supplied security , surveillance, audio and video distributed through out the residence as well as outdoor sound!

Here is the rack full of Control 4, Luma surveillance DVR, WattBox power conditioning, Comcast boxes and the Crown amp for outdoors. All neatly out of the way.

Now to the beauty shots!

The living room centers on this stunning slab of stone around the fireplace. What can’t be seen are the B&W speakers!

Here is the entry foyer also powered by B&W in ceiling speakers.

This is one half of the family room. A beautiful 85 inch Sony 4k TV, B&W in-wall and center speakers offer up a GREAT Surround Sound presentation.

This is the other half of this spacious family room. Big Sony Flat Panel recessed behind the bar so you don’t miss a play while getting your drink!!

A chefs kitchen would not be complete without music!! Supplied by B&W!

The great outdoors! Enhanced by an outdoor audio system complete with 12 inch buried sub woofer!!! This Episode system rocks!

This is a truly beautiful home and we wish the owners a “welcome home” !

This has been a long project.  A new build custom country home for great weekend getaways!

We added the full assortment of things. Security, surveillance, distributed audio / video , Control 4 Automation and a dedicated theater.

Family room viewing !

The Epson LS-10500 laser light HD projector is hidden up there! The lift is by Activated Designs

Here is a look at the Epson LS-10500 with the lift down.

The theater features a Screen Innovations 16:9 Zero Edge 130 inch screen as well as a full assortment of Bowers & Wilkins 800 Series Diamond loudspeakers!

The Theater is spectacular is both sound and picture!  The home is secure and comfortable. With full Control 4 automation it’s even warm when you arrive!