Smarthome & Theatre Systems News and Events

Crestron iServer Network Audio Server Using Apple iPod
Crestron iServer uses an iPod as its internal hard drive. The server communication over Ethernet, enabling iServer to connect to the home network and automatically synchronize with the iTunes library whenever new content is added or playlists are created.

Whole Home Energy Management w/ Internet Dashboard
How Can I Reduce My Energy Usage? One way is with whole-house electrical monitoring. By monitoring what you use, circuit by circuit you can find places where you are wasting energy. Either by the kids leaving things on or phantom power draws. Read more here...

What new rules take effect from CARD act?
New credit card rules coming Monday 2-22-10

Can Apple iPad be used as a Crestron Touchpanel?
The Apple iPad is one of the most inexpensive options when it comes to controlling your home theater, automation, lighting, music system or surround sound system. Find out more by reading entire article or contact us directly.

Save on Your Electric Bill. Reduce your energy costs.
Save up to 20% on the Cost of Your Electricity in Connecticut. The ads you read and hear for reducing the cost of your electric bill are for real. It only takes a couple minutes and saves you money.

Does Crestron allow webpage control for Apple Mac?
Crestron home automation allows for control via the web. Up until now this was limited to PC computers running a browser that would allow ActiveX Controls to be loaded. Now Crestron announces the release of Xpanel for Apple Mac.

How does CARD act affect consumer financing? What are the CARD act new regulations?
Various provisions of the Credit CARD Act, and other regulatory guidance, go into effect at different times. While some changes were effective in August, 2009, the majority will go into effect in February, 2010.

How does the CARD act impact me? How does CARD act affect consumer financing
In May 2009, President Obama signed the Credit Card Accountability Responsibility and Disclosure Act of 2009. This new law will change the way consumers have access to and use their credit cards.

What is Home Automation? Practical Design of a Smarthome
A real estate agent recently asked me to write a description of the technology found in a typical 'Smarthome'. One or all of the systems in this fictional smarthome can be controlled by a home control system such as the Crestron system outlined here. A smarthome should make using any technology easier and when your home is as full as this one its a necessity not a luxury.

Valentine's Day Promo Newsletter
Our Newsletter promotion for Valentine's Day 2010

Twitter and Facebook info
Links to follow us on either Twitter or Facebook. Also a short description of both services

Better Prices for Plasmas online? We don't think so
An A/V Dealer proves to his client that internet purchasing of flatscreen TV's and Blu-ray players is not all that it's cracked up to be. It may be lower priced but at what cost?

Smarthome in the Boston Globe - Video
John Guilfoil, writer for the Boston Globe quotes Jared on advice about video technology. Check out the full article and a link to other articles by John.

Smarthome quoted in the Boston Globe - speakers
John Guilfoil, writer for the Boston Globe quotes Bob on advice about speaker systems. Check out the full article and a link to other articles by John.

Summer Time Music
Warm Sunshine (hopefully soon), Family and Barbecues. What better way to celebrate the summer? Add some music by the Pool or on the Patio to really make your summer party really rock or just relax.

Father's Day Promo
I've added our latest email promotion to our blog. This is for Father's day but the offer is good until June 30, 2009.

A great time at the home show
All of us at Smarthome & Theater Systems who participated in this weekend's home show had a great time.

iPhone Control of Your Home
How cool is this! Control your home, electronics, music, even the security system from your iPhone. From anywhere! If you have a 3G, Edge or Wifi connection you have control. Sitting on the couch? Use the iPhone as a remote. Away on business or vacation? Make sure the security system is on.