Hey music fans, here is a link for an upcoming TV series on music from across the globe. Host Jacob Edgar’s travels as the music researcher for acclaimed label Putumayo World Music and president of successful indie label Cumbancha (www.cumbancha.com) have taken him to dozens of countries and hundreds of the world’s greatest international music festivals, showcases and performance venues in search of exceptional musical talents. Edgar’s journeys have earned him unique access to the world of music, and now viewers of the MUSIC VOYAGER are able to come along for the ride. Check it out @: http://www.musicvoyager.com/show-info/where-to-watch/

I have noticed a rash of Home fire tragedies in the news as of late. It reminded me of a great service video on creating a Home Fire Escape Plan. Most deaths occur from smoke inhalation where every second counts.  Having a plan in place could mean the difference between life and death. We have Fire drills in our schools and at work. Doesn't it make sense to have one in our home?

This presentation is courtesy of Honeywell. If you have any questions on Fire or Carbon Monoxide detection, I would be happy to help. Be Safe!

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Best of the Decade.

Press Release

Audio Video interiors IS HONORED WITH 2009 MARK OF EXCELLENCE AWARD

Medina, Ohio, March 13, 2009: Audio Video Interiors takes home the Platinum Award for Best Lighting Design after competing among technology companies nationwide. The Mark of Excellence Awards program, presented by Consumer Electronics Association's (CEA) TechHome Division, recognizes the best in custom home electronics products, services, and installed technology. Each year, manufacturers, distributors, and systems integrators enter to compete in award categories for this coveted honor judged by independent experts within the industry.

Best Lighting Control Project

This award is given to the integrator who has completed the best residential lighting control system. The entries are judged on the integration of the lighting system with other technologies in the home, and/or the distinctive features of the lighting application within the home. The winning project, located in Rochester, NY, integrates lighting, multi-zone audio, distributed video, security, CCTV, HVAC, and broadband systems controlled by Custom Crestron Software. This is the third national award garnered from this project and the sixth for Audio Video Interiors projects within the last two years.

Past awards include a Gold Medal for "Best Home Theater – $250,000 and Up" and Silver Medal for "Best Master Suite" in the in the 2007/2009, respectively, Electronic House "Home of the Year" Awards.

For more on the 2008 Mark of Excellence Awards, visit CEA's web site, http://www.ce.org/Events/Awards/113.asp

For more on the 2007 Electronic House Home of the Year Awards, visit Electronic House's web site, http://www.electronichouse.com/article/theater_built_without_attachments/C206

For more on the CEDIA Electronic LifeStyles Awards, visit web site,

http://www.cedia.net/awards/industry_recognition07.php

Consumer Electronics Association (CEA) membership unites 2,200 companies within the U.S. consumer technology industry. Members tap into valuable and innovative member-only resources: exclusive information and unparalleled market research, networking opportunities with business advocates and leaders, up-to-date educational programs and technical training, exposure in extensive promotional programs, and representation from the voice of the industry, CEA, promoting and advancing member needs and interests. CEA is the industry authority on market research and forecasts, consumer surveys, legislative and regulatory news, engineering standards, training resources and more. CEA produces the International CES, the world's largest consumer technology tradeshow. It unites more than 140,000 retail buyers, distributors, manufacturers, market analysts, importers, exporters, and press from 140 countries.

CEDIA is an international trade association of companies that specialize in designing and installing electronic systems for the home. The association was founded in September 1989 and has more than 3,500 member companies worldwide. CEDIA Members are established and insured businesses with bona fide qualifications and experience in this specialized field.

Electronic House serves discriminating consumers who enjoy the elegance, simplicity and fun afforded by integrated home technology. It is the mission of ElectronicHouse.com to provide expert information and insight on products and technologies that inspire, excite and help our readers achieve the electronic house lifestyle.

Born of Electronic House magazine, which has been providing readers with inspiration on the connected home for more than 13 years, ElectronicHouse.com has become the leading information site for people passionate about the connected home—from beginners to experts.

About Audio Video Interiors: Winner of numerous National Awards, Audio Video Interiors is the premier home systems integration provider in Ohio. The employees of Audio Video Interiors are devoted to integrating a full range of entertainment, safety, life-enhancing electronic solutions, and emerging technology for homes and business. We are the technology solution provider for our customers, committed to providing the ultimate customer service experience through integrity, teamwork, and education in an ever changing world! 

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