EI Live! Show Guide 2018

SHOW GUIDE

MAY 9-10, SANDOWN PARK, ESHER, SURREY

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WELCOME

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WHAT’S ON

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CYP EUROPE

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RETRA SMART HOME SEMINAR

A warm welcome from show organisers Offerings from our exhibitors Brewing up a storm Profit from the smart home industry

THE EI LIVE! TEAM EVENT DIRECTOR David Kitchener SALES DIRECTOR Ian Kitchener OPERATIONS AND SALES Claire Davison EDITOR IN CHIEF Daniel Sait EDITORIAL COORDINATOR Jordan O’Brien

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AWE EUROPE OLED it be true

SOCIAL MEDIA EDITOR Jessica Foreman

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CYP’S TECHNICAL THEATRE Improve your technical know-how

STUDIO MANAGER Ben Bristow

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SOUND BOOTHS

GRAPHIC DESIGN Jon Appleton

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EXHIBITORS A – Z

BUSINESS SUPPORT ADMISTRATOR Carol Gylby

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FLOOR PLAN

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EXHIBITOR PROFILES

Hear Pulse and AWE serve superb sound Who, what and where to find them Find your way around the show The brilliant brands and products on display

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WELCOME Hello and welcome to the official show guide for EI Live! 2018. Whether you are at the show right now, or using the guide to plan your visit, I hope your trip to this year’s show delivers real benefits for your business.

We’ve worked hard to make sure that this year’s show floor offers everything you need to get to grips with the latest and greatest industry products, explore future technology trends, and network with key industry players.

There will be a plethora of smart thinking speakers as the show takes on a fresh format, creating learnings zones filled to the brim with opinion forming content, keeping you up to date with all the latest tips and tricks to make your next installation easier, or the products that will really make your smart home project pop.

Brand new for 2018 is the Retra Smart Home Seminar, hosted in partnership with distributor AWE and custom install association CEDIA. This will offer both electrical retailers and smart home technicians the opportunity to really understand the money-making opportunities this lucrative sector can provide.

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Our headline sponsors CYP will be hosting the brand new Technical Theatre, which will be brimming with vital learning opportunities for visitors.

The best thing about the smart home industry is also the most challenging: there are always new products, people and technology transforming the sector. The development of the allnew Technical Theatre mirrors just how important the sharing of knowledge is for our market, and is a subject that CYP is extremely passionate about.

We’ve also got the Smart Building Awards, which will be presented at a gala dinner in the evening after the first day, awarding the best and brightest in the smart home industry, and it’s set to be a terrific evening all round. As ever, I welcome any feedback, comments or suggestions for the show, this is your industry and your opportunity to make it a truly tailored trip. Be sure to get in touch on the day and say hello, I look forward to seeing you all at Sandown Park!

David Kitchener Event Director, EI Live!

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WHAT’S ON Aldous Systems will be demonstrating its Invisible Compression technology, preserving 10/12-bit colour and high dynamic range over 70m of Cat 6A, and the latest outdoor speakers from SpeakerCraft.

Connected Distribution will use EI Live! to unveil the SoundCast range of outdoor portable Bluetooth speakers, the latest cutting-edge products from its portfolio of class-leading brands.

Invisible speaker company Amina Technologies will have a special show deal on demo equipment to allow integrators to demonstrate how this technology works to their architects, designers and end-users.

Bespoke Telecoms will be displaying the new custom bespoke 2N video entry panels in bronze and stainless steel.

OneAV will be giving away a NEEO remote control and brain on each day of the show. Attendees will need to visit the OneAV Booth, # 37 – 42, and complete a short set of questions to be entered into the daily prize draw.

Legrand has teamed up with Habitech to launch its new ‘MyHOME_Up’ home automation system at EI Live!

A must see for this year’s EI Live! show will be stands #84 & 85 and Sound Booth #3, where the dedicated team at Pulse Cinemas will be demonstrating a full Dolby Atmos 7.2.4 cinema.

EI Live! will be the UK debut for Gallo Acoustic’s new DROP pendant speaker design.

Outclass is offering a 20% discount off trade pricing on all rack mount servers at the show.

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CYP Set To Deliver A Storming Performance At EI Live! 2018 Taking on the mantle of main sponsor for this year’s show, CYP are excited to deliver a whole host of experiences and learning opportunities to ensure your visit to the show delivers maximum benefit.

Martin Featherstone, commercial director at CYP, says, “We are extremely proud to be the show sponsor at this year’s EI Live! The perfect event for the industry to get together, share knowledge and learn about the latest home automation and smart home technologies, EI Live! is a must-attend for any integrator, and this year’s show offers even more with the introduction of the all-new Technical Theatre. Running seminars and debates throughout the course of the show, the Technical Theatre is an essential resource and offers show-goers unique opportunities to hear from many of the industry’s leading personalities.

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“With over 75 brands represented, this year’s EI Live! is looking to be the biggest and best yet and an essential visit for those new to CI through to the most established installation businesses.”

As part of CYP’s presence in the Technical Theatre, Nick Bovill, European technical and training manager for CYP, will present a seminar on both days of the show looking into the leading types of AV over CAT-based technologies, identifying the benefits and common barriers and how they relate to such topics as UHD, HDR, HFR, CSC, EDID, HDCP and cabling.

CYP has also taken the lead in creating The future of AV distribution – Are we ready? discussion panel which will also take place on both days of the show. Moderated by Essential Install’s

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founding editor, Daniel J Sait. CYP will present what promises to be a lively and informative panel session exploring this crucial area bringing together key players and experts from the industry.

Industry experts sitting on the panel will include Nick Bovill, Martin Ellis, member of the HDMI Forum and managing director at manufacturer Pulse-Eight, James Meredeth, WyreStorm’s Enado global product manager, as well as Dillan Pattni, head of design for HDanywhere and marketing manager for OneAV. The panel will also include UK product manager for BluStream, Chris Tolton, as well as special guests from both the HDBaseT Alliance and the SDVoE Alliance. This one-hour discussion panel will take place at 11.30am each day of the show in the CYP Technical Theatre, don’t be late, it promises to be a cracker!

Support, training and innovation

From technology and product conception through to design and manufacture, CYP creates every product in-house. This allows us to not only move quickly with the trends in AV distribution, but also to create ingenious solutions based on real-world feedback from the market.

The 100-strong in-house team of R&D engineers work closely with all major vision brands and technology providers to deliver products that are both reliable and deliver groundbreaking solutions in the highest quality possible.

CYP take support very seriously. From extensive testing of products across a wide range of scenarios prior to release, through to constant phone, email and

field support, our UK-based team of engineers is fixated with making sure that our products and customers are given the utmost care, both pre- and post-sales. Some might say CYP are obsessed with support. We just call it good service.

As a cornerstone to our success, training is a major focus at CYP. CYP take great care in preparing dedicated training sessions to share our knowledge and broaden the skills of AV professionals.

Hosted at our AV Academy situated within our South London HQ, or at numerous locations around the UK and Europe, all of our training programmes are free of charge. If you are keen to unleash the true potential of AV distribution, sign up to one of our courses today.

CYP often takes its training courses on the road across the UK and into Europe.

For delegates that struggle to get to Shepperton, this initiative is ideal, as CYP is conscious that time is tight yet training in today’s quick-moving technological world is vital!

This is one of the key reasons as to why CYP is delighted to sponsor this year’s EI Live! The development of the allnew Technical Theatre mirrors just how important the sharing of knowledge is, and is a subject that CYP is extremely passionate about.

CYP Europe +44 (0) 20 3137 9180 cypeurope.com

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SMART HOME SEMINAR Brand new for 2018 is the Retra Smart Home Seminar, hosted in partnership with distributor AWE and custom install association CEDIA, and will offer electrical retailers and smart home technicians alike, the opportunity to really understand the money-making opportunities this lucrative sector can provide.

The Retra Smart Home Seminar is FREE to attend, with a morning and afternoon session on both May 9 and 10. The discussion topics for each session, along with details of who will be speaking can be found here.

The morning session will be open to everyone and cover areas such as an introduction to Smart Home Solutions, What is a Smart Home? and Getting Smart with Home Automation. The

afternoon session will be an invitation only event for electrical retailers, and will help to give those within this sector a direct route into the smart home market. During the remainder of the day, delegates for the Retra Smart Home Seminar can visit the all the top manufacturers and distributors demonstrating their products on the show floor at EI Live!

AWE will present a full explanation on how to understand and prepare to enter the smart home market. The Smart Home Seminar will provide an overview, as well as practical steps that can be taken to get started, including specific training courses, in-store demo options and space requirements, key products, and AWE’s packages.

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Retra, Howard Saycell and Mike Vernon – Introduction and Welcome – Why Smart Home?

– Is Smart Home the Saviour of independents?

– Retracare

CEDIA, Matt Nimmons – Who is CEDIA? – Market research overview

AWE, James Drummie – Introduction to Smart Home – What do I do from here?

AWE, Stuart Tickle 1. Stepping Stones into Smart Home – Practical steps to get involved – Are there risks?

2. How do I get me or my staff Smart Home trained?

3. What are the in-store demo options and space requirements?

– Display ideas – Demo costs 4. Do I need a lot of dedicated floorspace and stockholding?

– Key products – Display stock – Packages 5. What do I do from here?

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AWE - The One-Stop Shop For Integrators AWE is a leading UK distributor of home technology products. With over 80 years in business, AWE is a one-stop shop that provides integrators with the building blocks to create the perfect smart home. At EI Live! 2018, AWE is showcasing its latest products and solutions, with dedicated product zones and a home cinema sound room. AWE’s experts are on-hand to discuss new technologies and provide live product demonstrations.

AWE Village – TV Zone

As the television expert, AWE is showcasing the latest screens from all the major brands, with a particular focus on cutting-edge OLED TVs. Attendees can discover Samsung’s new The Frame TV, combining elegance and practicality to visually enhance a residential space with its unique Art Mode function, as well as the new Sony AF8 series, the latest Sony OLED TV with impressive picture performance.

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Elsewhere on the stand, Videotree is demonstrating its Lifestyle Bathroom, Mirror Hyper Illusion XT and Oceana Outdoor ranges, whilst Panasonic and LG are focusing on the latest OLED products.

AWE Village – Control Zone

Featured in the dedicated control zone, the latest URC products on display include the innovative Total Control 2.0 control system with new Amazon Alexa and third-party integration. Together with the URC MX HomePro, a reliable and powerful cloud-based smart home control system, attendees can enjoy a full demonstration of the solutions available in the smart home integration market.

Key integration with Philips Hue and Dynalite lighting control solutions, video distribution options from HDAnywhere, wireless blind control from QMotion and window shading from Silent Gliss are also on show.

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Sound Booth 1 – AWE Village Epson Home Cinema

The impressive Epson home cinema features the Epson EH-TW9300 3LCD 4K enhancement projector and a Draper ReAct projection screen for the ultimate home cinema experience. Elsewhere on the stand, a full static display of all home cinema projectors from AWE is available for integrators to see and discover.

AWE Village – Audio Zone

The latest KEF products, including the brand-new KEF Ci5160REF lead the way in AWE’s dedicated audio zone.

KEF is showcasing its range of premium THX-certified architectural speakers for the custom installation market, from inceiling to in-wall speakers.

Exclusively distributed through AWE, Denon and Marantz are demonstrating their latest speakers and AV receivers, including the newest addition to the HEOS by Denon range - the HEOS Super Link. Designed specifically to enable music to be enjoyed everywhere around

a home, the Super Link is a networked multi-room pre-amplifier, ensuring a powerful distributed home audio system.

AWE Village – Solution Zone

In the solutions zone, AWE is showing the SANUS product range, which provides integrators with everything they need to complete a professional media room or dedicated home cinema install.

The SANUS Component Series AV Racks are functional, easy to install and are available in a variety of sizes to suit all installations.

AWE Europe www.awe-europe.com sales@awe-europe.com +44 (0)1372 729 995

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TECHNICAL THEATRE

WEDNESDAY 9

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The ultimate smart installer

Julian Barkes, Sales & Marketing - Bemco The electrical contracting market has a fantastic opportunity to make up ground lost to the custom install world as satellite and AV installs are displaced by IoT devices and an ever-expanding choice of new products and systems. Today, a wider range of skill sets is needed to deliver fully automated and integrated system solutions.

The electrician is ideally placed to be the ‘Ultimate Smart Installer’: a professional electrician/digital plumber/tech expert – all rolled in to one…this session will explain why.

11:30 - 12:30

The future of AV distribution - Are we ready?

Chairman: Daniel Sait - Editor-in-Chief, Essential Install Magazine.

Panellists: Nick Bovill – CYP Dillan Pattni – HDAnywhere Martin Ellis – Pulse-Eight James Meredith – Wyrestorm

Chris Tolton – Blustream Matt Dodd – SDVoE Expert from the HDBaseT Alliance

12:15 - 13:30

How to get the best from audio

Simon Honywill, Sonic educationalist and senior consultant - Glastonbury Festival Passionate about educating others on how sound actually works and how to get the best from it, Simon will help visitors get the best from their projects, by gaining a better understanding of what audio is and why it does what it does.

Simon says, “Sound is undoubtedly the primary human sense, and it is a source of constant frustration to me that it is so often overlooked, side-lined and compromised”.

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13:45 - 14:30

Distributing 4K video with HDR

Jeff Murray - AVProConnect via Aldous Systems In today’s world of high-bandwidth 4K content including HDR colour, we are forced to find solutions to problems we didn’t even know we had. Almost all existing infrastructure is not ready for the 18Gbps bandwidth needed to distribute these video signals. In this session Jeff Murray (president of AVPro) will talk about the bumps in the road of distributing 4K with high dynamic range and wide colour gamut, and what steps are needed to overcome the issues. You will learn about EDID’s and how they effect a signal from the source, learn about bandwidth and the restrictions it can cause, and how cabling and distance need to be managed more closely than ever. We hope to see you there.

14:45 - 15:30

Understanding the benefits and common barriers of AV over CAT-based installations.

Nick Bovil - CYP

CYP Europe is positioned at the forefront of the world of AV distribution, not only developing and manufacturing groundbreaking technologies, but also standing side-by-side with the installer, distributor and manufacturers alike such as; Valens, LG and Samsung. Using its considerable technical knowledge, CYP frequently assists the market to help it understand and troubleshoot pioneering technologies such as HDBaseT and now AV over IP. This 45-minute seminar will look into the leading types of AV over CAT-based technologies, identify the benefits and common barriers and how they relate to such topics as UHD, HDR, HFR, CSC, EDID, HDCP and cabling.

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TECHNICAL THEATRE

THURSDAY 10

SPONSORED BY 10:30 - 11:15

Hi-Res Audio is here. Are you ready?

Hugo Fitzjohn – Meridian Audio

This session will provide an introduction to streaming Hi-Res Audio in the home, covering the streaming formats and services currently available, and explaining the commercial benefits of Hi-Res Audio within your projects. By the end of the session attendees will be able to confidently understand the definition of Hi-Res Audio and be able to identify the key elements required to successfully integrate a Hi-Res Audio streaming solution into the home.

11:30 - 12:30

The future of AV distribution - Are we ready?

Chairman: Daniel Sait - Editor-in-Chief, Essential Install Magazine.

Panellists: Nick Bovill – CYP Dillan Pattni – HDAnywhere Martin Ellis – Pulse-Eight James Meredith – Wyrestorm

Chris Tolton – Blustream Matt Dodd – SDVoE Expert from the HDBaseT Alliance

12:45 - 13:30

The future of audio and home cinema Wilfried Van Baelen – Auro Technologies NV

Wilfried Van Baelen co-founded Galaxy Studios Belgium in 1980, eventually building one of the most technically advanced and inspiring recording studios in the world.

A professional musician, producer/engineer in music and film, Wilfried says his current main mission is to deliver the last dimension in sound (height) to the world, the final step in the dimensional evolution of sound, started in 1870 by Edison. With Auro-3D, Wilfried says the industry is coming very close to the illusion of a natural sound field around the listener.

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13:45 - 14:30

Understanding the benefits and common barriers of AV over CAT-based installations.

Nick Bovil - CYP

CYP Europe is positioned at the forefront of the world of AV distribution, not only developing and manufacturing groundbreaking technologies, but also standing side-by-side with the installer, distributor and manufacturers alike such as; Valens, LG and Samsung. Using its considerable technical knowledge, CYP frequently assists the market to help it understand and troubleshoot pioneering technologies such as HDBaseT and now AV over IP. This 45-minute seminar will look into the leading types of AV over CAT-based technologies, identify the benefits and common barriers and how they relate to such topics as UHD, HDR, HFR, CSC, EDID, HDCP and cabling.

14:45 - 15:30

How to make margin from service Bruno Napoli, Co-founder of Krika

Former installer and co-founder of Krika remote monitoring products, Bruno’s talk will focus on the evolution of our industry and how we must move from making margin on boxes to making margin on service. The presentation will explain why it is vital to talk about services, support, maintenance and guarantees to clients before we talk about technology. Bruno will explain the differences between service, maintenance, support, technical delegations and all the options there are to charge for it. Bruno then explains how to design your own ideal document/contract/terms and conditions that will fit with your needs and your own type of clientele.

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PULSE CINEMAS SOUND BOOTH 3 Picture

Inside the sound booth, attendees can see a Screen Research Clear Pix 4 woven screen, which receives projected images from a BenQ projector featuring a prismasonic anamorphic lens. Pixelgen THX-certified HDMI cables deliver content from a Kaleidescape server.

Sound

A Paradigm 7.1.4 Atmos configuration is installed inside the sound booth, representing the first time the brand has had an outing with Pulse Cinemas. That is paired with an AV receiver from Anthem AV and acoustic treatment from Vicoustic.

Control

Everything in the sound booth is controlled from a Crestron control panel, which includes the Lutron lighting. What’s more, things can even be controlled from the comfort of the Fortress seating that will be present.

What else does pulse cinemas have planned?

While Pulse Cinemas can only showcase a certain subset of its brands inside the sound booth, the company will be bringing along a whole host of other products that will be available on its stand including offerings from Audio Control, Storm Audio, Loewe, NEAR, and James Loudspeaker.

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Stand 136,137 & 138 Blustream

Stand 6 & 7 Aerials & Cables Stand 117 - 120 Aldous Systems

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Stand 109 & 110 Habitech/Legrand Stand 8 & 9 HDAnywhere

Stand 13 Allrack

Stand 86 CEDIA

Stand 140, 141, 142 Hills Components

Stand 135 Alltrade

Stand 91 Coordinated

Stand 56 Home Tech Gallery

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Stand 106 designflow

Stand 100 & 101 Indigo Distribution

Stand 33 Argosy

Stand 105 D-Tools

Stand 87 Integrated Experience

Stand 4 Artcoustic Stand 5 Atlantik AV Distribution Stand 12 Attock Stand 23 AV Plates

B Stand 16 Bespoke Telecoms Stand 28, 29 Blake UK

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Stand 115 Bowers & Wilkins

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E F Stand 143 & 144 Frame Your TV Stand 24 & 25 FS Cables Stand 26 Future Automation

G Stand 43 & 48 Gallo Acoustics Stand 66 - 71 Genesis Technologies

Stand 2 & 3 Invision UK

J Stand 100 & 101 Indigo Distribution Stand 87 Integrated Experience Stand 2 & 3 Invision UK

K L Stand 147, 148 Lektropacks

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Stand 34 Luxury Mounts

R Stand 92 & 95 Rako Controls Ltd

M Stand 89 Meridian Audio

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Stand 88 Merit LILIN

Stand 20 Sensible Heat Ltd

Stand 103 Monitor Audio

Stand 111 & 112 Smart AV Distribution

N Stand 108 Nexxia Audio Solutions

O Stand 145 Olancha Group Ltd Stand 37 - 42 OneAV Stand 27 OutClass

P Stand 45 & 46 Penn Elcom Stand 114 PictureFrame.TV Stand 36 Planet Leasing Stand 84 & 85 Pulse Cinemas

Stand 14,15, 18 & 19 Sony (Invision UK) Stand 97 & 98 Starscape Star Ceilings Stand 96 & 99 SY Electronics

T Stand 116 TBB Group Stand 17 TDI Stand 22 Tenways

U V Stand 107 Visualization

W Stand 10 Whyte

X Stand 139 Xclusive AV

Y Z KEY AREAS The AWE Village AWE Champagne Lounge Connected Distribution Champagne Lounge Pulse-Eight Sound Booth 1 Epson (AWE) Sound Booth 3 Pulse Cinemas CYP Technical Theatre The Solario Suite Retra Smart Home Seminar

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FLOOR PLAN

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CATERING AREA

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AWE VILLAGE Videotree Samsung Sony Panasonic LG URC Qmotion SilentGliss Philips Hue Philips Dynalite

Syncbox Sanus Draper Denon Marantz HEOS Definitive Technology KEF Kinetik Epson

CONNECTED DISTRIBUTION & PULSE-EIGHT LOUNGE

TECHNICAL THEATRE SPONSORED BY CYP

PULSE CINEMAS SOUND BOOTH

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EXHIBITOR PROFILES Aerials & Cables

Stand(s): 6 & 7 Aerials & Cables Equipment Ltd distribute key product ranges for the ever-increasing audio-visual install market throughout the UK and Ireland. We offer specialist training for Sonos audio, fibre optic TV distributions for Sky Q, and HDBaseT certification which assists with installation of the HDANYWHERE MHUB 4K Pro with the Ucontrol app for control in every room. We have a comprehensive range of multi-room UHD TV equipment, for both domestic and commercial applications, and data networking solutions including Ubiquity, TP-link and the new Clear Flow range. Key ranges include the new Triax hospitality equipment, Arantia digital signage, and B-Tech commercial panel displays. Visit stand 6 and 7 for more information. aceonline.co.uk

Aldous Systems

Stand(s): 117 - 120 Aldous Systems will be showing the latest new additions to our range of brands which provides the ultimate in 18Gbps 4K video distribution over category cable from AVPConnect. This will include a demonstration of its Invisible Compression technology preserving 10/12-bit colour and high dynamic range over 70m of Cat 6A. We will also be showing the latest offerings from 2N, the industry LP intercom manufacturer which can be integrated with all leading control systems or used standalone including mobile devices support. We will have the latest new outdoor speakers from SpeakerCraft with their new 100V line series and 8 ohms outdoor subs. From SnapAV we will be showing the Araknis Networks range of data networking products with the OvrC free cloud management platform, plus the Visualint intelligent analytical IP cameras and Luma IP cameras. aldoussystems.co.uk

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A new, even wider range from GEWISS designed to offer both high performance and easy installation.

70 RT HP (high performance) is a new range of surface-mounted rotary isolators designed for use as main switches for applications that need to be isolated from the network. This range complements

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Allrack

Stand(s): 13 Allrack is one of the UK’s leading manufacturers/suppliers of 19in racks and accessories. Supplying 30 different sizes of floor racks of varying heights, widths and depths, and 20 different sizes of wall racks in two different colours, black and grey.

We are currently promoting two new products, our very shallow 300mm deep 4U and 6U racks, ideal when you don’t have very much space, and the “two part” hinged wall rack which swings out when fixed to the wall so you can work on your cabling when the rack is in situ.

Please visit Attock and Allrack on stands #12 & 13 where you will be able to see them demonstrate and provide visuals of all their products. allrack.co.uk

Alltrade Aerial & Satellite

Stand(s): 135 With seven trade counters located throughout the UK, Alltrade is one of the UK’s leading trade distributors for signal reception and distribution, custom install, home automation and security products for residential and commercial projects.

Sonos, Blustream, Sanus, Niles Audio, Ubiquiti, Hikvision, HDL and many other key brands are available to customers in each of the trade counters, with deliveries provided on our own fleet. FREE training, planning and support services are offered and our experienced sales team, together with highly respected technical staff means Alltrade really do offer all the services you need to maximise your profits.

Make sure you visit our stand to find out just how we can help your business. alltrade.co.uk

Amina Technologies

Stand(s): 11 Our award-winning line-up has been perfect for providing sound in interior and architectural design influenced projects.

Amina Technologies, the invisible speaker company, will once again be exhibiting at EI Live!. Phil Fisher and John Cattani, forming the UK sales team, will be available to meet with existing customers as well as those who need to know a little more about the great technology. Amina will have a special show deal on demo equipment to again allow integrators to go and show how this technology works to their architects, designer and end-clients. We invite visitors to come by to learn about invisible sound. uk.aminasound.com

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EXHIBITOR PROFILES Antiference

Stand(s) 49 & 50 Antiference is a leading manufacturer of TV reception and media distribution products. With a rich history of over 80 years in the industry, the Antiference team has been delivering relevant technology products for the ever-changing market.

Today, the demand for HD distribution is growing and Antiference offers a range of products using CAT or coax cables with multi- and single-point solutions. New for 2018 as the market expands, the new Clear Flow wireless networking devices are available for creating or expanding Wi-Fi networks.

Visit Antiference on stands #49 and #50 to see live demonstrations and find out more about our full product range. antiference.co.uk

Argosy

Stand(s): 32 & 33 Argosy offers high quality products and services for studios and system integrators within the broadcast and communications sectors. The company has developed relationships with manufacturers chosen for their ability to provide exactly the right components of the best possible quality. These brands include: ADC, ATEN, Belden, BES, Draka-Prysmian, Ghielmetti, Lemo and Neutrik. The product offering is varied, from cable identification numbers to connector crimp tools, from 19in racks to M6 washers, and from MDUs to KVM switches and routers. argosycable.com

Artcoustic UK Ltd

Stand(s): 4 Artcoustic has been designing ground-breaking, world-class loudspeakers since 1998, constantly pushing the limits of convention, and challenging the status quo.

Our passion for performance, functionality and design has inspired us to reinvent the conventional loudspeaker with a fresh, modern look. Our roots go back to original Danish loudspeaker design, associated with refined aesthetics and innovative design. artcoustic.com

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THE ITALIAN JOB 2018 DORSET TO TURIN (and hopefully back)

MINI Run to Turin in aid of Cancer Research 8 Minis - 16 Drivers & Co-Drivers - 7 days - 2000miles Chris and Greg from Home Technology Contracts Ltd are one of the eight teams driving to Turin (& hopefully back) in June 2018 in aid of Cancer Research UK. We have all been touched by Cancer, directly or indirectly, so are asking our friends and industry suppliers to sponsor us and our 2004 MINI Cooper S (Gretel) for the trip.

We welcome all donations as every penny counts in the fight to find a cure!

But we also have a number of rather obvious 'blank' spaces on our mini crying out for company logos in exchange for bigger donations, (4 x Wings & Large White Roof).

These larger donations will also get an exclusive 'gold bullion', that will travel with us to Turin & onto the famous Fiat Roof that featured in the film. We are also willing to offer Gretel for a marketing day for sponsors.

The trip (& major sponsors) will feature on our Facebook, Insta & Twitter pages both in the run up to and throughout the run and we would ask as many of you as possible to follow, re-tweet, like, comment etc. to help raise even more money & get the message out there.

For further info visit our group facebook page: @ItalianJob2018CancerResearch To discuss Sponsorship Options please contact us directly Or contact Chris on mini@htcuk.net or 07951 482500 or Greg on mini@avnation.co.uk or 07980 834251 Our trip is completely self-funded, so everything we raise is going directly to Cancer Research UK through the Just Giving Page we have set up as a whole group. (link through FB Page)

EXHIBITOR PROFILES Atlantik AV Distribution Ltd

Stand(s): 5 Established in 2003, Atlantik AV is a distributor of AV and control solutions for the CI and AV retail industry, supplied through trade dealer channels. The company is a distributor for a range of brands including Cineca Cinema Seating, Artcoustic, Screen Excellence, ScreenLine, REL Acoustic’s, Picture Frame TV, Current Audio, DreamVision 4K Projection, Hoody, Fenix Fire Hoods and Soundcast. atlantikav.co.uk

Attock

Stand(s): 12 Attock Network Products Ltd distribute key products for the structured cabling and ever-increasing audio visual markets, including CAT 5E, CAT 6, and Allrack’s range of racks and accessories, Attock supply a huge range of CAT 5E and CAT 6 Ethernet patch leads in 10 different colours from stock, give them a try! attock.co.uk

AV Plates

Stand(s): 23 Custom AV plates designed, manufactured and branded to ensure suitability, reliability and practicality.

Visit our stand where we will be showcasing our new online AV wall and floor plate designer along with our angled floor plates and our new innovative custom desk pod.

We make the plates you need, rather than plates you have to make do with.

All your connections on a plate, wall,floor, desk pods & rack panels.

“Any finish, any connections, any design.” avplates.com

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The AWE Village Returning to EI Live! this year, distributor AWE will be bringing the latest products and solutions, with dedicated product zones and a home cinema sound room on the stand.

In the TV zone, AWE will show the latest screen solutions from all the major brands, with a particular focus on OLED TVs. Attendees will view Samsung’s new The Frame TV, as well as the new Sony AF8 series. Videotree will be demonstrating its Lifestyle Bathroom, Mirror Hyper Illusion XT and Oceana Outdoor ranges, whilst Panasonic and LG will be focusing on the latest OLED products.

Featured in the dedicated control zone, the latest URC products will be on display, including the innovative Total Control 2.0 control system and the URC MX HomePro. Key integration will be demonstrated with Philips Hue and Dynalite lighting control solutions, video distribution options from HDAnywhere, wireless blind control from QMotion, and window shading from Silent Gliss.

In sound booth 1 will be the impressive Epson home cinema, featuring the Epson EH-TW9300 3LCD 4K enhancement projector and a Draper ReAct projection screen.

The latest KEF products, including the brand-new KEF Ci5160REF will lead the way in AWE’s dedicated audio zone. KEF will also show its range of THX-certified architectural speakers, and Denon and Marantz will be demonstrating its latest speakers and AV receivers, including the latest from the HEOS by Denon range the HEOS Super Link. In the solutions zone, AWE will be demonstrating the SANUS product range. awe-europe.com

Bespoke Telecoms

Stand(s): 16 Visit the Bespoke Telecoms stand for a demonstration on the latest in Panasonic telephone systems for high-end residential houses; including video integration with 2N door entry panels. On display will be the NEW custom bespoke 2N video entry panels in bronze and stainless steel. bespoketelecoms.com

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EXHIBITOR PROFILES Blake UK

Stand(s): 28, 29 Blake UK are a company with new and refreshing ideas. We focus on your wants and aim to fulfil your need by developing and enhancing original products as well as creating new and innovative ones. Since 1971, we have designed, manufactured and supplied aerial, satellite and installation products but as time has moved on, so have we… Therefore we are excited to present to you our new ranges for emerging technologies including control and AV products, HDMI, Wi-Fi, security and home internet products. blake-uk.com

Blustream Ltd

Stand(s): 136, 137 & 138 Blustream is the audio visual industry’s award-winning option for advanced HDMI distribution. Our products have been designed and engineered by a global team of AV specialists with over 30 years’ experience. Research highlighted the market need for an AV distribution brand that could deliver both industry leading performance, and most importantly reliability. This has resulted in us developing a range of HDBaseT, video over IP and HDMI solutions that deliver seamless AV integration within any installation environment. As an official HDBaseT adopter and alliance member, Blustream is firmly positioned at the forefront of this advanced technology.

Through integration of the latest pioneering chipsets our engineers have developed the world’s most innovative range of AV distribution products. blustream.co.uk

Bowers & Wilkins

Stand(s): 115 Bowers & Wilkins products consistently set the benchmark for high-performance Hi-Fi, home cinema and personal sound. Our 800 Series Diamond loudspeakers are the reference monitors of the world’s most demanding recording studios, and it produces best-in-class speakers for most budgets. Bowers & Wilkins also manufacture awardwinning headphones and wireless music systems, as well as being the audio system of choice for premium automotive manufacturers such as BMW and Maserati. bowers-wilkins.co.uk

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Stand(s): 86 CEDIA is the international trade association and central touch point for 3,700 member companies who design, manufacture, and install technology for the home. CEDIA is committed to helping members at every level set a pathway to prosperity by offering industry-leading education, training, and certification; delivering market intelligence through proprietary research; providing opportunities to foster community within the channel, and cultivating awareness with industry partners and consumers. CEDIA members deliver technology solutions that allow people to have their best moments in life from the comfort of their own home. Life lived best at home. cedia.co.uk

Connected Distribution

Champagne Lounge Connected Distribution Ltd. will use EI Live! to unveil the latest cutting-edge products from its portfolio of class-leading brands, including: the new Russound MBX series streamer/amplifiers and revamped in-ceiling and in-wall loudspeaker range; subwoofers from Earthquake Sound; loudspeakers and streamers from leading French manufacturer, Cabasse and high-performance amplifiers for high-end home cinema and multi-room use from Parasound. Launching at the show will be the latest addition to the company’s portfolio, the SoundCast range of outdoor portable Bluetooth speakers. Sharing the stand with Connected Distribution will be PulseEight, whose latest HD matrix and extenders will be on demonstration. connecteddistribution.com

Coordinated Ltd

Stand(s): 91 Come and talk to the UK’s leading fire and security integration partner for custom installers and find out what made us last year’s @EILiveShow pick of the show. We partner with custom installers to provide the experience, accreditations, certification and 24-hour service required for your high-net-worth clients. coordinated.co

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EXHIBITOR PROFILES Custom AV Distribution

Stand(s): 113 Custom AV Distribution (CAVD) represents the finest residential AV and home cinema equipment manufacturers from around the world. Each brand is renowned for individual quality and performance. When combined, they offer an experience that will always exceed your customer’s expectations.

For Custom Installers: If you are a UK residential custom installer you will not only benefit from excellent sales and technical support but also great margins. Our showroom is at your disposal and we’re confident your client’s will love the products.

Please get in touch to make an appointment.

For AV Manufacturers: If you are a manufacturer, the CAVD Team will represent your brand with the recognition it deserves. cavd.co.uk

Designflow

Stand(s): 106 Designflow will exhibit a totally revamped proposal service, refocused to bring dealers and integrators the benefits of having a specialised design company producing proposals on their behalf. Aimed at saving large swathes of precious time spent on proposal creation, with all new reports designed to be clear and simple for the endclient. There will be an EI Live! exclusive for new and existing customers to showcase designflow’s new sample books. Full details of this will be released on May 8. designflow.co

D-Tools

Stand(s): 105 Celebrating 20 years of success, D-Tools’ System Integrator (SI) is the most widely used and comprehensive estimation, design, and project management software platform, specifically designed to fulfil the diverse needs of systems design and installation firms.

D-Tools SI ties your project workflow together into a singular, data-driven, connected process that improves operational efficiency and increases profitability. Along with access to a comprehensive library of manufacturers’ products, this solution positively impacts key areas of any system integrators and technology managers business. d-tools.com

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Epson UK Ltd

Sound booth #1 Hollywood blockbusters are designed for the big screen. This was as true in the early days of film as it is today. With today’s breadth and depth of high definition content, you want a picture that is crystal clear and sharply defined. Epson home cinema projectors ensure that users won’t miss any of the details in their favourite films or TV programmes. epson.co.uk/homecinema

Frame Your TV

Stand(s): 143 & 144 Frame Your TV is the world’s number one resource for bespoke solutions, to hide and integrate a flat-screen TV into any decor. Frame Your TV combines artisan framing, bespoke glass applications, the use of metal and have a wide knowledge of technology and AV systems. All these trades are practiced under one roof. This and the many years Frame Your TV has been creating bespoke solutions for flat screen TVs brings us forward to lead the market in this niche. We have a manufacturing facility and showroom in Borehamwood, UK. We invite you all to get in touch with us, to see how we can collaborate to create unique solutions to blend any display into the design of your environment. frameyourtv.co.uk

FS Cables

Stand(s): 24 & 25 Head to stand 24-25 to discover the truth about CPR from the cable experts! Leading cable supplier FS Cables will tell you what you need to know about the Construction Products Regulation (CPR) and its Tru range of intelligent home automation and building control cables. Almost a year on, many in the industry are still unaware of what CPR is, which classification they should install or what supporting documentation they need. If this sounds like you, then make sure you visit FSC’s highly experienced and knowledgeable team who will be able to answer all of your cable questions. With over 3,500 cables in stock and in excess of 550 CPR-compliant cables available, let FSC take the worry out of your cable buying. Visit the stand for lighting control cabling, speaker cables, fibre, security, alarm, access control, stackable boxes of HDBaseT-recommended Cat 5E, Cat 6, Cat 6A and many more. fscables.com

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EXHIBITOR PROFILES Future Automation

Stand(s): 26 Future Automation has manufactured exceptional television lifts and mounts, home automation solutions and DIN rail enclosure for residential, marine, commercial, hospitality and outdoor applications since 1998. A customer-first business that prides itself on its creativity, passion and excellence, Future Automation’s primary focus is supplying technology integrators with solutions to move and conceal televisions, projectors, appliances and other similar equipment for functional and aesthetic purposes. futureautomation.co.uk

Gallo Acoustics

Stand(s): 43 & 48 The Gallo Acoustics name is synonymous with spherical loudspeaker technology.

Quite simply, we make the world´s finest ´small´ speakers, including our classic 4in micro model, the 5in A´Diva and stunning Strada 2 reference audio visual loudspeaker. Available in a range of 11 standard stock colours and finishes and with multiple installation options including wall, in-ceiling, floor-standing and surfacemounting, the Gallo Acoustics range is installation-friendly and easy on the eye and ear. Making its UK debut at EI Live! is Gallo’s stunning new DROPLET pendant speaker design, available in 4in and 5in sphere sizes, a wide range of enclosure colours and 10 cable finishes and materials. For that special project, Gallo’s SPECTRUM bespoke service opens up a world of colour choices from the Pantone and RAL library, or simply match a colour from a swatch. galloacoustics.com

Genesis Technologies

Stand(s) 66 - 71 Genesis Technologies UK supplies outstanding home cinema and invisible sound products and services to the AV trade.

All of our brands offer the combination of high performance, value for money and ease of install that are needed to stand out in the competitive CI market and all backed up by the high levels of support and training that Genesis Technologies UK is known for. Our brand roster includes Barco, Display Technologies, Stealth Acoustics, dARTS, Acurus AV and everything else required to deliver amazing home cinema or invisible sound systems.

Genesis Technologies UK Your partner in excellence. genesis-tech.eu/uk

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Stand(s): 109 & 110 Legrand has teamed up with Habitech to launch its new ‘MyHOME_Up’ home automation system at EI Live! ‘MyHOME_Up’ combines Legrand’s AV brands (Bticino, Nuvo, Q Motion, Heating and MyHOME lighting) on a single IoT platform controlled by the MyHOME app, which is freely available on the App Store and Google Play. In addition to Legrand’s proprietary home services, My Home_Up is also compatible with HUE lighting and Sonos out-of-the-box. Built around the MyHOMEServer1 hub, the system has been developed to make it easier and cheaper for builders, developers and home owners to mobilise the power of scalable, easy-to-use smart home technology in a few simple steps. The app is used to associate, manage and customise, simplifying the process for both installer and customer. habitech.co.uk

HDANYWHERE

Stand(s): 8 & 9 HDANYWHERE products work discreetly in the background, connecting AV devices in ways that deliver seamless entertainment experiences in better-designed spaces.

The three principles of HDANYWHERE product development and innovation are centralisation, maximisation and unification. Our range of MHUB systems enable users to centralise video sources so that they’re hidden away, thus creating neater, less cluttered living spaces.

Financial investments in AV devices and content are maximised through multiple display usage and enhancements in performance, such as better sound and simpler control. Entertainment throughout the home becomes a more unified experience with consistent content availability and common control at every display. Ultimately, HDANYWHERE products deliver higher quality audio visual experiences, pixel perfect images, honed impactful sound and new universal control options, such as app and voice, that fundamentally improve the relationship people have with AV in their homes. At HDANYWHERE we’re proud to be behind your TV. hdanywhere.co.uk

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EXHIBITOR PROFILES Hills Components Ltd

Stand(s): 140, 141, 142 Pick up our latest Mounting Solutions catalogue. It has technical drawings and is comprehensive covering: video wall mounts, Menu board mounts, Commercial TV carts and stands, projector mounts, tablet mounts including anti-theft, TV ceiling mounts, commercial and residential TV wall mounts, sound bar and speaker mounts. Sit stand work stations, cable management and related accessories. hillscomponents.co.uk

Home Tech Gallery

Stand(s): 56 Promoting the world’s greatest home technology installations - a new community created by home technology companies for the home technology market. We give you a community to talk and exchange ideas with, and we can help you promote our amazing industry to the end-client via group activities and promotions. hometechgallery.com

Indigo Distribution

Stand(s): 100 & 101 We are a trade-only distributor of home automation and AV solutions for the residential and commercial markets. We supply premium hardware from such renowned suppliers as ELAN, Niles, Sunfire, Furman and Xantech throughout the UK and Ireland. Within our field our many years of experience mean that we can provide you with design assistance, and award-winning training and products, all backed up with the very best in technical support. We consider ourselves fortunate to work in such a vibrant market utilising such constantly evolving technology, and we look forward to adding a bit more fun and a lot more functionality to your projects and properties. indigodistribution.co.uk THE UK’S NO.1 NETWORK INFRASTRUCTURE MAGAZINE

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Stand(s): 87 Integrated Experience specialises in developing innovative Crestron software solutions exclusively for the residential sector. We partner with integrators to expertly develop robust and scalable software that delivers exceptionally intuitive user experiences. As an authorised Crestron Service Provider and Crestron Silver Master Programmer with over 20 years of experience; Integrated Experience work worldwide and will help you deliver your next Crestron project successfully. integratedexperience.com

Invision UK

Stand(s): 2 & 3 Invision, CEDIA’s Best Trade Supplier, are proud to be launching our new online trade store. With improved search functionalities, comparison tools, real-time stock levels, live pricing, special offers, order tracking and much more. Visit our stand for a demo of our new trade store. invisionuk.com

Lecktropacks

Stand(s): 147 & 148 Showcasing a wide range of AV products and CI solutions from brands including CYP, B-Tech, Polk Audio, Telegartner and Muxlab, visitors to the Lektropacks stand will also be able to meet the team and understand why we are the ultimate one-stopsupplier of AV products and distribution systems.

Highlights of the Lektropacks stand at EI Live! include new discrete speaker solutions from Polk Audio, 4K@60Hz (4:4:4, 8-bit) delivered over HDBaseT, with CYP’s new range of AVLC extender kits, the latest display mounting solutions from B-Tech, field assembly RJ45 plugs from Telegartner and a wide range of essential installation accessories from MuxLab. Richard and Neil from the Lektropacks team will be on hand for both days, so come by the stand and spend some time with the guys to see the latest products and solutions you need to create the perfect AV installation. lektropacks.co.uk

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EXHIBITOR PROFILES Luxury Mounts

Stand(s): 34 New to the UK - USA manufactured, fireplace down and over TV Mounts - solving client neck ache! Also on show are Italian manufactured and designed, electric, ceiling-mounted, flip, extend and swivel mechanisms. All complemented by a new range of low footprint, hidden and lifestyle speakers. Another exclusive to the UK CI market - DreamScreen: add intelligent, dynamic lighting around a 4K TV or projector screen for under £100! - for movies, music, ambient background and, of course, gaming. LEARS International have been providing innovative, lifestyle solutions to the custom install industry over the past 15 years. learsint.com

Meridian Audio

Stand(s): 89 Since 1977, Meridian Audio has been crafting innovative, elegant, high performance audio solutions. From its compact DSP loudspeakers with integrated amplification, to its user-friendly music management platform, Sooloos, Meridian delivers easy to install, high resolution audio systems for home cinemas and whole home solutions.

The Meridian Audio experience is now available in the latest models from Jaguar Land Rover, thanks to a collaborative partnership between these two leaders of British innovation and engineering.

Meridian’s renowned audio quality has extended to new markets including consumer electronics, in partnership with LG Electronics (LGE), marine and airline, ultimately transforming the way people experience sound, wherever they are. meridian-audio.com

Merit LILIN

Stand(s): 88 Established in 1980, LILIN are a global company who design and manufacture top quality IP video security products that represent innovation, performance, reliability and affordability. We have developed a full line of award-winning products, from megapixel cameras to network video recorders that can be used with many leading control companies; including AMX, Crestron, Control4, Elan, RTI, Savant Systems and URC. This straightforward integration is only possible through LILIN’s commitment to providing expertise in IP video security products, resulting in a smart, convenient and efficient solution for the user. lilin.tv

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Totally New. Total Control 2.0

Introducing the Next Generation of Control A truly personalised experience for your customers. Custom backgrounds, room images and icons. Next generation tabletop and in-wall touchscreens. A/V intercom for door station and camera integration. Voice control integration.

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EXHIBITOR PROFILES Monitor Audio Ltd

Stand(s): 103 Monitor Audio is showcasing a selection of exciting new products. Our new premium CI Grille is a highly finished retro-fit solution. Featuring a unique Monitor Audio designed hex pattern, the grille offers a more detailed aesthetic and allows maximum performance.

The new CLG-W10 is a passive subwoofer system designed to deliver superior sound in outdoor environments. The compact design is extremely versatile and is optimised to provide the system designer with an increased number of installation options. It can be partially buried in a border or positioned on a deck or patio area.

The striking new Vecta range of architectural speakers can be installed in commercial and residential environments and are designed for use both inside and outdoors.

Monitor Audio is also displaying our new CI amplifiers. They are built to do more, whilst using less space, and feature cutting-edge technology for the best sound performance in any installation project. monitoraudio.co.uk

Nexxia Audio Solutions

Stand(s): 108 Nexxia Audio Solutions, Comtec’s audio visual brand, is a specialist supplier of audio visual accessories. Catering for home cinema and commercial audio requirements, Nexxia design and manufacture bespoke media wall plates.

These specialist wall plates are available in a huge range of finishes and include features such as quick connect HDMI, VGA, DisplayPort, DVI, 3.5mm audio, USB-A, -B or USB 3.0, USB charging, Phono AV and even Bluetooth receivers.

We also stock an extensive range of high quality audio and 4K HDMI cables. comtecdirect.co.uk/nexxia

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Stand(s): 145 Teledyne LeCroy manufacturers the quantumdata product family of test instruments.

We are showing the new 280 test set, the 780C and 780E instruments, which support video generation and protocol analysis of HDMI, HDBaseT and 3G-SDI video. In addition to our commitment to providing products for testing interoperability and compliance, both in the development lab and during complex installations, we teach courses in how to use our test equipment to bring up installations more quickly and make them more robust. Olancha Group Ltd. official distributor of Teledyne LeCroy video test equipment and Sirettas Graphyte cellular signal strength analyser. olancha.co.uk

OneAV Ltd

Stand(s): 37- 42 OneAV is a European specialist supplier of digital AV connectivity brands, supplying products especially for professional installers in residential and commercial markets.

With offices, training and fulfilment centres in Germany and the UK, OneAV is more than your average distributor, providing localised marketing, education and support for all stocked brands.

OneAV prides itself on being able to provide the highest quality connectivity solutions for any AV project, backed up with first-class technical knowledge and support, that only a focused connectivity specialist can offer. oneav.co.uk

Outclass

Stand(s): 27 OutClass are back this year with media servers for every install.

Do you have a yacht install coming up? OutClass are displaying the new OutClass-R 1U server – a short 1U server specifically for tight spaces.

We will be displaying our new dedicated media player specifically for that cinema experience, and on show will also be the newly-designed OutClass-X, the completely silent running server with full solid-state hardware.

If you have an install coming up then pop along to EI Live and have a chat with OutClass. outclass.co

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EXHIBITOR PROFILES Penn Elcom

Stand(s): 45 & 46 The UK’s most prolific and innovative designers, manufacturers and suppliers of 19in racks and accessories launch a new range of designer racks including an all-new rear hinged frame for house builders and systems integrators, as well as brand-new British-built freestanding and wall racks. All visitors are welcome at Penn Elcom penn-elcom.com

PictureFrame.TV

Stand(s): 114 PictureFrame.TV create bespoke and beautiful mirror and art frame TVs, so that the AV installed does not distract from the interior design. The makers say that the Art TV is a great alternative to the Mirror TV if a room is greatly affected by light, and that all products are easy to install. pictureframe.tv

Planet Leasing

Stand(s): 36 Vehicles are a crucial part of your business. Without them you can’t visit your clients, deliver goods, or get technicians to site. Planet Leasing are a CEDIA and CLARITY affiliate member, assisting you with all things vehicular. We source and finance all makes and models of new cars, trucks and vans using our panel of specialist lenders at the lowest rates possible.

We have a long association with the AV sector and have an intimate understanding of your needs. For cars, we help you to make an informed decision as to whether you stay in a company scheme or opt out. For commercial vehicles, we recommend and supply the most appropriate vehicle, and if required have it fitted with racking specific to the needs of an AV technician along with a complete range of security and tracking products to protect you and your goods and tools. planetleasing.co.uk

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Pulse Cinemas

Stands: 84 & 85 and Sound Booth 3 A must-see for this year’s EI Live! show will be stands 84 and 85 and sound booth 3, where the dedicated team at Pulse Cinemas will be demonstrating a full Dolby Atmos 7.2.4 cinema. Our focus this year will be on producing the ultimate picture and sound performance at affordable price points; incorporating some old favourites such as Kaleidescape, partnering with some of our latest brand additions, such as Loewe. Even though our products can ordinarily be enjoyed at one of three amazing experience centres, based in Stansted, Chalfont St Giles and our latest addition near Ealing, Pulse Cinemas are planning to make your journey to Sandown Park a memorable one! Contact us at Pulse Cinemas HQ to learn how this team of dedicated individuals can help support you with your audio visual projects. pulsecinemas.com

Pulse-Eight

Champagne Lounge Pulse-Eight are an industry leading and award-winning HDMI and HDBaseT manufacturer. Based in Poole on England’s south coast we are proud to design and manufacture our products ourselves. During EI Live! 2018, Pulse-Eight will be exhibiting the brand-new neo:Ultra range, specifically designed for the modern 4K UHD home installation. We will be displaying our full range including HDBaseT matrix demos including Alexa voice control. pulse-eight.com

Rako Controls

Stand(s): 92 & 95 Rako is excited to showcase new products and features at EI Live!. One of several new developments this year is Rako´s RAK8, a flexible, centrally wired installation option. The same size as the standard RAK4, the RAK8 has eight outputs and can be fitted with any combination of four different plug-in modules to suit a variety of loads. In addition, Rako´s Cloud Gateway – a secure interface to voice activated devices - allows simple, intuitive voice commands to control Rako systems, including lighting, blinds and curtain control. rakocontrols.com

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EXHIBITOR PROFILES Sensible Heat Ltd

Stand(s): 20 Sensible Heat are HVAC control specialists, controlling any form of heating; radiators, underfloor etc, and any form of comfort cooling. Building size or complexity of HVAC, wired or wireless schemes are no problem. iPhone and Android access via an App and HVAC controls are always provided with an independent/backup user interface. sensibleheat.com

Smart AV Distribution

Stand(s): 111 & 112 Established just over five years ago, in February 2013, Smart AV Distribution has grown rapidly from a small local TV and AV trade counter into a UK-wide trade distributor of market leading brands to installation engineers near and far. We are very proud to be leading distributors for Monitor Audio, Blustream, Celexon and Onkyo, along with other top brands of AV racking, TV and speaker mounts, AV receivers, matrixes, splitters and switches. So, with brilliant brands offering the very best in top quality TV/ AV products, our expert technical advice and assistance, and our unrivalled customer service, we really do believe that the smart choice is Smart AV Distribution! smartavdistribution.co.uk

Sony (managed by Invision UK)

Stand(s): 14, 15, 18 & 19 Supporting its TV brand Sony, Invision will be manning the stand to answer all technical queries and questions. Make sure to stop by. pro.sony

Starscape Star Ceilings Ltd

Stand(s): 97 & 98 Fibre optics firm Starscape will once again be demonstrating its Infinity home cinema star ceiling panels. “The refinements we made to the product in 2016 have resulted in the Infinity system becoming even more popular during 2017, and at times we’ve been hard pressed to keep up with demand,” says sales director Peter Fagan.

“Our installer customers report back very high levels of client satisfaction. By all accounts the finished installation usually exceeds expectations.” Key features include the speed and ease of installation, fantastic finished effect and the option of fully integrating with popular home automation systems. starscape.co.uk

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SY Electronics

Stand(s): 96 & 99 Formed in 1983, SY Electronics has been at the forefront of electronics design and development for AV integrators and installers. SY has developed a reputation for creating ground-breaking technologies such as SY’s latest 18Gbps distribution and scaling platforms, which allow for the installation of the widest range of 4K sources and displays. SY make it easy! sy.co.uk

TBB Group

Stand(s): 116 Operating through specialised, established businesses that are leaders in their field, the TBB Group has delivered technical expertise and innovation to thousands of satisfied customers. The TBB Group has grown from a family-owned business founded in the 1920s and now consists of Tindall Security, L.G.Bland E & M and Barnet Lock & Security. Our experienced, qualified staff offer professional advice and utilise the latest in electrical technology and innovation to suit our clients’ needs.

Our retail outlet in Enfield, Barnet Lock & Security caters for customers also requiring physical security devices such as locks, gates, grilles and safes. tbbgroup.co.uk

TDI

Stand(s): 17 TDI are professional trade suppliers of cabling infrastructure for smart home installations with over 30 years’ industry experience. We offer custom installation solutions from our key AV manufacturer partners, such as CYP, Penn Elcom, Polk Audio, Triax, Platinum Tools, Sanus, Syncbox, Excel, and Vann Damme, to name just a few. Our product range includes HDBaseT matrices and extender kits, AV interconnect leads, audio connectors, network & fibre cabling, 19in enclosures and panels, aerial & satellite equipment, power distribution, HDMI signal distribution products, and many other AV accessories and tools. tdigroup.co.uk

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EXHIBITOR PROFILES Tenways Engineering Services Ltd

Stand(s): 22 CoolAutomation UK offers simple and easy solutions for integration of air conditioning systems and underfloor heating with home automation and BMS systems. With drivers for our products available from many home automation manufacturers including Control4, Crestron, Lutron, RTI, Savant, Vantage, HDL, Philips Dynalite and many more, integration of HVAC has never been easier.

If you have an upcoming project involving HVAC integration, we would love to hear about it. Please drop by our stand for a demo of our latest products and solutions. tenways.co.uk

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Stand(s):107 Visualization is a ‘white label’ AV services partner, allowing you the opportunity to offer services that will enhance your business. We are aware that everyone’s needs are different. Along with our flexible approach we have created a comprehensive range of services, enabling us to meet the understandably varied expectations and requirements of the ever-changing integration market. Operating in residential, commercial, education, broadcast, and marine sectors. Services include: audio visual rack build and consultancy, installation services, custom cable assembly, panel wiring and assembly, firmware and programme uploads, and rack and associated product supply. avrackbuild.com

Win A Track-Day With Home Technology & Cinema

Stand(s): 93, 94 In June, Chris & Greg from Home Technology & Cinema are off to Turin, Italy as one of eight minis, Italian Job Style.

Raising money for Cancer Research UK. They are funding the trip themselves so everything raised and donated goes to the charity.

We have all been touched by Cancer, either directly or indirectly, but the effect can be devastating, so please support, donate and promote us in our fund raising efforts.

So, donate over £3, guess the number of miles they will do on the trip and you could win the chance to join them on a track day* later this year in their ever-so slightly modified Mini Cooper S! If you want your name on the mini, there are still a couple of branding spots left. (*you meet us there & have a full, valid driving licence)

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Stand(s): 139 Xclusive AV is the UK distributor for Waterfall Audio speakers, and is proud to offer the UK’s first Waterfall Audio concept showroom located in Hastings, East Sussex. Waterfall Audio is a leading French Hi-Fi speaker manufacturer, that has been developing innovative audio equipment, designs and patented components encased in glass for over 10 years. xclusiveav.com

ADDENDUM DrayTek

Stand(s): 90 DrayTek are a leading manufacturer of ‘business class’ broadband and networking solutions that help consumers and businesses save money and improve efficiency by exploiting the full potential of the internet. The product range includes routers, firewalls, PBXs, IP Phones, switches and wireless access points. draytek.co.uk

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GEWISS LAUNCHES NEWLY IMPROVED ROTARY ISOLATOR SWITCHES

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A new, even wider range from GEWISS designed to offer both high performance and easy installation.

GEWISS has launched a new and improved range of its popular rotary isolators, offering a wider range of codes and special features that are already creating a buzz in the industry.

70 RT HP (high performance) is a new range of surface-mounted rotary isolators designed for use as main switches for applications that need to be isolated from the network. This range complements

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