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Friday, March 12, 2010

14 Unusual Ways to Use Security Sensors

Keep the kids out of the liquor cabinet, trigger the exhaust fan when someone sits on the toilet, virtually bark at the deer, and moreView this story

Posted by Julie Jacobson on 03/12 at 07:59 AM
News, Home Automation and Control, Security, (3) Comments, Permalink

Thursday, March 11, 2010

Crestron Controls Are ARRA Compliant

Crestron's product line qualifies for use in federal stimulus-funded projects because of they are made in the U.S. and offer energy savings options.View this story

Posted by CE Pro Editors on 03/11 at 07:08 AM
Press Releases, Home Automation and Control, Control Systems, Lighting, Security, Builders, Commercial, Installation, Retrofit, (0) Comments, Permalink

Wednesday, March 10, 2010

7 Reasons to Install IP Cameras

Digital security cameras with built-in recording and analytical functions are less expensive, greener and open up new markets.View this story

Posted by Jason Knott on 03/10 at 07:43 AM
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Monday, March 08, 2010

Retail Sales of Home Security Cameras Are Rising

Over-the-counter retail sales of residential surveillance equipment for DIY consumers is up 15 percent in one instance. Best Buy is now testing the market, bypassing dealers.View this story

Posted by Jason Knott on 03/08 at 09:15 AM
News, Research, Home Automation and Control, Security, Spotlight, (2) Comments, Permalink

Q&A: Tom Polson of ADI

Security discussion covers the “potential sunset” of plain old telephone systems and an explosive demand for Web video monitoring.View this story

Posted by CE Pro Editors on 03/08 at 08:54 AM
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Thursday, March 04, 2010

Security Licensing FAQ

Burglar alarm licensing varies by state, but it may not be as hard to get as you think.View this story

Posted by Jason Knott on 03/04 at 07:47 AM
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Wednesday, March 03, 2010

Home Security Market Poised for 9% Growth in 2010

Market data shows slow steady increases through 2012. Seventy-five percent of revenue is from monitoring, not installation.View this story

Posted by Jason Knott on 03/03 at 07:53 AM
News, Research, Home Automation and Control, Security, Spotlight, (2) Comments, Permalink

Monday, March 01, 2010

10 Security Products for Your Next Install

From wireless keypads, home control systems, and a solar-powered pool alarm, we round up security products for your clients.View this story

Posted by Steve Crowe on 03/01 at 08:35 AM
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Security Monitoring Goes Mobile, Green

Remote monitoring systems not only protect your clients' homes, they help save them energy and can be accessed from mobile devices like iPhones.View this story

Posted by Lisa Montgomery on 03/01 at 06:41 AM
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8 Key Features of Surveillance Cameras

Night vision is just one of many features you’ll want to consider when installing a surveillance camera.View this story

Posted by Lisa Montgomery on 03/01 at 06:32 AM
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IP Cams: The Missing Killer App for Connected TVs

Manufacturers of connected TVs are so enamored of Facebook, Skype and other silly widgets, they ignore the obvious.View this story

Posted by Julie Jacobson on 03/01 at 06:13 AM
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Friday, February 05, 2010

Will Sanyo Make a Serious Custom Push?

Now that Panasonic's purchase of Sanyo has been finalized, will Sanyo have a more aggressive approach to packaging solar panels, fuel cells, LED lighting and security to dealers?View this story

Posted by Jason Knott on 02/05 at 12:06 PM
Plus, Home Automation and Control, Lighting, Security, Energy Management, (0) Comments, Permalink

Thursday, February 04, 2010

How to Build a Business Around Security

Nobody is saying it's easy, but CE pros who offer security tend to be more stable thanks to consistent monthly revenues.View this story

Posted by Jason Knott on 02/04 at 10:16 AM
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Tuesday, January 19, 2010

Tyco Buys Brink’s Home Security for $2 Billion

The acquisition gives ADT, which is owned by Tyco, a ~~50 percent~~ 30 percent share (forecast amended by IMS Research) of the market for monitored residential alarm systems.View this story

Posted by Julie Jacobson on 01/19 at 07:22 AM
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Friday, January 15, 2010

Xanboo Adds Tri-Ed as Distributor

Agreement also includes an aggressive marketing push that includes Webinars and counter training for the entire month on January.View this story

Posted by CE Pro Editors on 01/15 at 10:34 AM
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