Central Coast Audio Visual

This is just a quick note to let you all know that Control 4 just released a new appliance integration device to integrate Wolf & Sub-Zero appliances into a Control 4 Home Automation System.  You're first question might be why in the world do I need my stove or refrigerator connected to my home automation system? Here's why:  Wouldn't it be cool and convenient if the lights in your family blinked letting you know your oven had preheated?  Or what if you're having a party and you need the ice maker to kick into overdrive.  When you trigger party mode from your control 4 system the ice maker can be automatically set to boost its ice making.  Or maybe you have kids or elderly who aren't so good about closing the refrigerator door...the system can be setup to play a reminder through your house audio system that the refrigerator door has been open for more than 5 minutes. This is pretty cool stuff and just a glimpse into what the future of home control will...

Residential Networking and Wireless Networking has become an integral part of Audio Video Systems.  At Central Coast Audio Visual we've been utilizing Apple Airport Extreme's for the majority of our networking needs.  In some of the larger homes or heavy technology based homes we see the number of internet connected devices in the 50+ range.  Without a solid network, the AV system will not run reliably.  Here is a quick list of what we typically utilize when deploying a residential network: 1.) We recommend high speed internet service of at least 25Mbps Down and 4Mbps Up.  This will allow services like YouTube, Netflix, and Pandora plenty of speed for comfortable viewing. 2.) Motorola DOCSIS 3.0 Cable Modem. 3.) Apple Airport Extreme Router.  (Depending on the size of your home you may need to deploy a number of these throughout the home.) 4.) Cisco Gigabit Ethernet Switch.  (The number of ports will vary depending on how many wired devices you...

So we've been installing Sonos whole home music systems for a number of years now.  All I can say is that we've had nothing but the utmost success.  Sonos based in Santa Barbara (our home town) makes an incredible product.  Sonos has created a fairly non invasive way to add music throughout your home.  Many of their systems are easily setup by the homeowner themselves.  When it gets more sophisticated or you want to incorporate Sonos into your existing house audio system is where we come in.  We've setup 20+ zone Sonos systems through massive estates that are both controlled by Sonos directly or integrated into 3rd party control systems like Audio Access, AMX, Control 4, Crestron, or Savant.  On one of the Montecito Estate projects we recently worked on we paired Sonos with Lexicon and Crown Amplifiers to bring added volume to the high end speakers we installed.  We paired a number of Sonos Connect's with a couple Lexicon DD8 Amplifiers to pus...

Central Coast Audio Visual has been installing Control 4 Home Automation Systems for over a year now.  We have created systems ranging from simple media rooms to complex home theaters and whole home automation.  We have given clients control of their home via their tablet or smartphone with control over lighting, shades, HVAC, music, and video.  Control 4 has filled a niche that's below the cost of a Crestron/Savant/AMX system and is very capable of handling most home owners needs.  If you're in the market for a home automation system or a better way to control your Audio Video system call us today and we can discuss how Control 4 may be a good price conscious solution for you.

Central Coast Audio Visual has grown to become a leader on the Central Coast & Southern California in the Audio Visual Industry.  We have completed projects of all scale in residential, commercial, and government markets.  We cater to A-List Clientele and our dedication to providing top notch work has allowed us to prosper.  Audio Visual incorporation has become a sophisticated and critical portion of the construction of today’s home's and business's.  We specialize in Home Theaters, Home Automation, Lighting Control, Corporate Boardrooms, Video Conferencing and more.  If you are considering a technology update or building a new home or office space please give us a call.