The AV550SC backup power block from Tripp Lite, Chicago, fits in the bottom left corner of a structured wiring enclosure without the need for mounting screws or brackets.As audio/video components

The CareGard system from GE Security, Bradenton, Fla., includes personal emergency response system (PERS) buttons in pendants or as wristbands. Smart homes can do so many things already, but another

Customers never have to come home to a dark house when the lighting is turned on by this wireless controller.Widely perceived as a residential crime deterrent, lighting is a natural

As the AMPS Sunset clause date of Feb. 18, 2008, grows closer, many security dealers fear that their customers will use this as an opportunity to cancel their monthly monitoring

Crestron Electronics Inc.’s training at the company’s headquarters in Rockleigh, N.J., takes the form of PowerPoint presentations or videos, with work stations furnished to let installers follow the program hands-on.As

Advancing technology and declining prices are making security systems, home control, audio/video and other devices almost as standard in new homes as carpeting and appliances. Many dealers and installers have

Ease of use, health benefits and longer carpet life promote central vacuum systems to customers.A unique central vacuum product is this kick-pan for suctioning up debris from uncarpeted floors.Consumers are

A splitter can add analog CCTV video signals to a home antenna system.a. Trueb. False A 100 Base-T home network has a maximum bandwidth of:a. 10 Mbps.b. 100 Mbps.c.

SDM’s Laura Stepanek and Art Niedosik (right) get ready to tour Lutron’s lighting and shading Experience Center (entrance in background) with Lutron’s Bart Manguno. Come to Coopersburg, Pa., Plantation, Fla.,

The differing home control options on the market today make for great variety in the function and types of installations. Selecting a home control option is as personal a