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WHEN TO START WORKING WITH AN INSTALLER

If you’re a designer or builder, home technology can seem like an afterthought. After all, homeowners can add whatever technology they want and customize their own space.

But the fact is, technology is integrated in every aspect of the home. Smart TVs and thermostats may seem like secondary features, but the wiring necessary to support them isn’t.

Running wires for your AV, security and smart devices is an important part of setting up a network strong enough to support everything, and it’s easiest if it happens before the drywall goes up.

And if you’re renovating an old building, a technology professional can help determine where you need to build or add to include modern devices.

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SETTING UP FOR GAME DAY

A perfect example of the difference between automation and control happens every Sunday. Getting ready for kickoff is a time when you interact with a lot of technology.

Each device you use may have smart features. You can simply request that the Houston Texans game play via voice control, choose the right volume with the touch of a button, and remotely dim your lights from your smart phone. When your friends come over, you can easily unlock your front door with another tap.

It’s easy and fun to control each smart device in your home without ever getting up from the couch.

But Savant automation system works a little differently. Different controls are grouped under single commands, so your system ends up doing the heavy lifting for you.

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IN THE MEDIA ROOM

The holidays are a time when everyone enjoys gifts of their favorite electronics. From the latest video game consoles, to the coolest new 4K TVs to fully immersive surround sound systems, there’s a good chance your home will see at least a few new pieces of technology this year.

That means learning how to use it all can be difficult, which turns into a hassle that results in under-used technologies.

But there’s a simple solution. Savant home automation combines all of your controls, so you don’t have to learn how to use them. From a single tablet or remote, you can adjust volume, select content, and choose media inputs in any room without any problem.

THROUGHOUT THE HOUSE

Of course, smart automation does a lot more than just make it easier to control your new systems. You can combine controls to create easy one-touch adjustments of all your technology.

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SAVANT AUDIO SOUNDBAR

Home audio has long been a cornerstone of Savant’s approach to home automation, and thanks to the Savant Smart Audio Soundbar, it’s easier than ever to start enjoying the benefits. But the device isn’t just a way to start building a home automation system -- it’s a great-sounding addition to any home theater or media room.

At first glance, it's easy to see Savant Smart Audio Soundbar is a performance product. Featuring an array of carbon-fiber, midrange speakers and woofers, the soundbar delivers high-end quality that competes favorably with other components in its class. Plus, Savant's device features side-mounted tweeters that offer a wider range for sound imaging. In other words, the Savant Audio Soundbar sounds much bigger than it actually is.

The 55-inch unit is perfect for similar TV displays, and it's L/C/R configuration offers versatility in mounting. It can connect to Wi-Fi, and it's self-powered, so you won't have to deal with complicated wiring and networking. Of course, as part of a complete Savant home automation system, the seemingly simple soundbar can deliver a lot more benefits.

INTEGRATED CONTROL

Don’t be fooled by the sleek design. The Savant Smart Audio Soundbar packs a slew of smart home features. It's a high-resolution audio server so that you can stream your entire personal digital music collection. And it's compatible with the most popular streaming services, like Spotify and Tidal.