Just got word that this great new product from the company that brought us the iPort is shipping!

What if your iPad didn’t need charging wires?  This new mounting and  inductive charging solution from Launch Port is a great solution!

The Long Awaited RTI iPad/iPhone App has been released!!

We’ve already started scheduling updates with our RTI customers and those who have been waiting for this.

Here’s a brief description of what this app can do for you and your RTI Control System:

Today’s electronics are converging in new and exciting ways, and the RTiPanel is a perfect example of that.

RTiPanel offers the same intuitive control  experience RTI remote controls offer running on the:

Providing secure local or remote access to an RTI XP series control processor from any Internet  connection, the RTiPanel  allows for LAN control via Wi-Fi and WAN control off site.

Users can view and adjust

• thermostats
• monitor security systems
• home lighting control systems

in addition to controlling their A/V electronics, from the office, on vacation, or anywhere in between.

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We just wrapped a major video surveillance retro fit project. We installed 13 Chanel Vision cameras in and around our clients property.  Our intial layout for getting coverage of the front and rear points of entry gave us great camera positions, but we had two areas we wanted camera coverage, but we had no mounting surface.

So my trusty sidetech Pancho and I came up with the idea of installing 2 Cameras into a bird house. With the Bird House cameras, we could get a good view of the hidden front slope and street, and an unobstructed view of a front point of entry. 

Our client loves the camera views, and the bird house!!  The Bird House Color Scheme even matches our clients house!!

So now our client has a birds eye view of the house and can check in on their camera system with either their iPhone, iPad, Droid or PC.

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As an Authorized SunBrite TV Dealer, we are please to introduce the new Model 4630HD, a 46 inch all weather outdoor TV that delivers home theater quality viewing to your backyard. Here are just a few of the great feautes this remarkable TV has to offer: 

• Model 4630HD delivers a superb picture with a 46-inch full-HD 1080p LCD screen and anti reflective window that significantly reduces ambient reflection. The new steamline design is engineered for permanent outdoor use, and therefore resists rain, snow, moisture and extreme temperature ranges.
• This TV is built to last with an outdoor rated ASA plastic resin exterior that protect the inner component from the elements.

SunBrite TV products are designed, tested and certified for outdoor us by UL or CSA, sow ehn they are installed, you will emjoy the confidence of safe outdoor viewing for you home and family.

So, why wait? Contact us today! And let us tell you more about Model 4630HD and SunBrite TV’s complete lin of 55-,46-,32- and 22-inch TVs. We’re sure to have the perfect solution for your backyard space!

Looks like Lutron is ready to start shipping the RadioRa2 temperature controller components.

Here’s the info from an email i received this morning.

Add temperature control to the RadioRA 2 system for increased convenience and energy savings. The three-part design puts each component where it makes sense.

• seeTemp can be mounted in locations which would not normally be appropriate for a thermostat, such as exterior walls and sunny spaces.

• The wireless temperature sensor is easy to position and allows the temperature to be measured in the optimum location.

• The HVAC controller installs out-of-sight.

Control temperature from keypads, mobile devices, occupancy sensors, and an energy-saving schedule.

I got this email from Vudu. Now you can stream Vudu Movies to your PC along with some other new interactive features.

	Dear Movie Watcher, Great news!  Starting today at vudu.com, you can watch movies you’ve rented or purchased on VUDU directly from your browser.  Instantly watch movies from your computer, with no additional hardware or software downloads required.  You can also explore VUDU’s massive movie collection and buy or rent directly from the website. It’s the same great commercial-free experience you’re used to on your TV, now available on your computer! So, when someone else in the family has claimed the big TV for the night, you’ve still got a place to watch what you want. Or, when you’re on the road, you can pick a can’t-go-wrong classic wherever you land and watch it right on your laptop.  You can also use your computer to browse & select the perfect movie, then watch it on your big-screen TV via a VUDU-enabled device, or even start watching in one place and finish in another.  A few things to note: Due to restrictions by content providers, playback is limited to SD quality when viewed in a web browser. However, you can purchase a movie on the website for viewing in HD or HDX resolution on your TV.  Just make your purchase at vudu.com then access it from your My VUDU account on your VUDU-enabled device. We will also seamlessly playback movies you’ve purchased in HD or HDX in SD if accessed through your browser. Browser based playback requires Adobe Flash Player installed (version 10.1 or later). You can download the latest version here:  http://get.adobe.com/flashplayer/ To give it a try, just come to www.vudu.com/movies, pick a flick, sign-in to your existing VUDU account and you’re ready to go. Then, enjoy VUDU (on your computer!) tonight. The VUDU Team

DirecTv Released their iPad app on Feb. 28th. I must say, this is great app. The app can connect to any of your home satellite receivers that are on the same home computer network.

With a full functioning remote control with a quick response time, your iPad becomes your new remote.

Two way feedback tells you what your are currently watching, you can setup Guide Favorite Channels and you can enter your favorite sports teams to display in the Sport On Today window.

At this time you can’t stream video to your iPad or delete recordings.

I’ll continue to work with the app and upate this post with any new findings and tips and tricks.

Update: 

New in Version 2.0.2

New in this version:
- Bug Fixes
- Connect with Facebook/Twitter to share what you are watching with friends.

Here’s the description from the App store: http://itunes.apple.com/us/app/directv-app-for-ipad/id421547368?mt=8#

Description

DIRECTV’s new iPad app. Now your favorite shows, movies and sports are just a tap away.

FEATURES
- Highly customizable remote control functionality right on your iPad.
- Browse and discover movies, shows and sports – without interrupting the show you are currently watching on TV.
- Set recordings or channel tune instantly, and access more information on shows, cast & crew, with parental ratings.
- Access sports scores and schedules and set your favorite teams.

HOME SCREEN (Customizable modules)
- Currently Watching – More information about the show you are watching now and suggestions for similar shows.
- Guide Favorites – List of favorite channels selected through the Guide.
- Channel Guide – Displays up to 14 days of upcoming shows for a selected channel.
- Favorite Channels – Create user preferred lists of channels (by category, his or her list, etc.)
- QuickTune – One-touch selection of your favorite channels by name or icon.
- News Channels – All the news channels in one module.
- Kids & Family – All the kids & family friendly channels in one module.
- Sports – Browse available sports events and scores by game or favorite teams.

DEDICATED TABS (Playlist, Guide, Movies and Sports)
- Organize and view all of your recorded content by poster or list view.
- View list of recorded content for each receiver.
- Search listings up to 14 days in advance by traditional grid view or selected channel.
- View show descriptions, Cast & Crew, Photos, Suggestions & Parental Information.
- Change channels, set recordings and get more information.
- Customize the guide by favorite channels.
- View current sports matchups and scores by league, with the option to watch or record.

- Recording and remote control functionality is available to DIRECTV customers only.
- DIRECTV customers must have a residential home account registered on directv.com http://directv.com to access recording & remote functionality.
- Recording requires a Wi-Fi, Edge or 3G network connection to schedule. Remote control requires a Wi-Fi connection to your home network.
- In rare instances, scheduled recording(s) may not be recognized.
- Available for customers in the USA only.
- Remote scheduling requires DIRECTV PLUS DVR (models R15, R16, R22), DIRECTV PLUS HD DVR (models HR20, HR21, HR22, HR23, HR24) or TiVo® Series 2 receivers with 6.4a software. Receivers do not require phone or broadband connection to schedule a recording.
- Remote control requires DIRECTV PLUS HD DVR (models HR20, HR21, HR22, HR23, HR24 and H21, H23, H24) connected to a broadband connection.

- For Tips, Tricks and Customer Support, please visit: http://forums.directv.com

Use of the DIRECTV iPad Application by DIRECTV customers is subject to DIRECTV’s Customer Agreement and Privacy Policy (available at directv.com http://directv.com

Tech Jeff Out!!

Looking for a solution that allows you to print documents from your iPad? Well, I found this cool app http://www.collobos.com/. It runs on your home computer, basically creating a bridge between your iPad and your printer. It even allows you to move documents from your iPad to your computer.