Charlotte, NC – September 29, 2009 – SnapAV, a manufacturer of more than 700 high-quality products for the custom audio-video channel, today announced a strategic relationship with the Authorized Integrators Network (AIN), a group of 100 residential electronics dealers authorized to integrate products from GE Home Technologies and its manufacturing partners. more

Triad president appointed to CEDIA board

Portland, OR – September 21, 2009 – Larry Pexton, Founder and President of Triad Speakers, Inc., was appointed as an Associate Member of the CEDIA Board of Directors on September 9, 2009. In this new role, Pexton will help create a more effective platform for manufacturers to share their insights and concerns about the future direction of CEDIA. more

Charlotte, NC – September 21, 2009 – SnapAV, a manufacturer and exclusive source of more than 700 high-quality products for the custom audio / video channel in the US and Canada, has launched a new Episode™ brand website, concurrent with the launch of the brand’s new line of In-Ceiling, In-Wall and In-Room loudspeakers. The URL for the new website is http://www.episodespeakers.com.

“Our #1 product development priority, the new Episode speaker line represents SnapAV’s achievements in creating an even better-sounding, well-balanced product line than previous, and we wanted a website on par with its performance,� says SnapAV marketing VP Adam Levy. more

DVE Distribution, Inc. Established to Market Joe Kane Productions Endorsed Products Worldwide

The First Practical, True 1080P Reference Quality Projection Displays — the JKP-endorsed Samsung SP-A800B and SP-A900B 1080P DLP Front Projectors — are Now Available

Video Production Industry and Home Theater Aficionados Rejoice! more

Portland, OR – August 14, 2009 – Triad Speakers, Inc. and Anthony Grimani’s PMI, Ltd. understand that dealers may not have the time, resources, or knowledge to execute a first rate theater that delivers predictable, repeatable results, and the best possible sound and video. That’s why at the 2009 CEDIA Expo, they are demonstrating their CinemaPlus package – a masterful combination of Triad’s acclaimed Gold and/or Platinum loudspeakers along with PMI’s design/engineering and build consulting, an extensive set of custom plans and acoustic treatments. Three CinemaPlus packages, based on room size, are available to all Triad dealers at approximately $45,000, $77,000, and $93,000 MSRP. more

Unveils New Episode Loudspeakers and Acoustic Panels; Dragonfly AcoustiWeave Acoustically Transparent Projection Screen and Over 300 New AV Products

Presents Dealers with Tips on How to Increase Profitability, Run More Efficient Businesses

Promotes BidMagic Partnership plus Chances to Win Cash in the Money Booth!

Charlotte, NC – August 13, 2009 – SnapAV — a manufacturer and exclusive source of more than 550 high-quality products for the custom audio / video channel in the US and Canada – will tap next month’s CEDIA event to unveil its new products, promote innovative programs, offer dealers business tips as well as a chance to win products and cash. more

West Palm Beach, FL – August 13, 2009 – ihiji is inviting 2009 CEDIA Expo attendees to experience its inaugural product, invision, a software solution that grants dealers the ability to remotely monitor, service and maintain their client’s in-home electronic systems including but not limited to entertainment, network, HVAC and lighting. This proactive solution offers dealers a tremendous opportunity to create a recurring revenue stream in the form of a service contract while improving client satisfaction. The company will be demonstrating at the Glenn Hotel (located across from the CNN Center). Dealers interested in arranging a meeting are encouraged to contact ihiji vice president Michael Maniscalco at 888.321.9170 or by emailing Michael.Maniscalco@ihiji.com. more

Fort Wayne, IN – August 4, 2009 – The EDGE Distributors Group — a rapidly growing service-oriented group of 12 independently owned regional distributors catering primarily to custom install and residential systems integrators — today announced the appointment of LK Stockroom in Florida.

Principal Seth Kaplan says, “Starting as a rep firm (LK & Associates, Inc.) over 23 years ago, building lasting relationships and later establishing LK Stockroom in 1995 to meet the just-in-time needs of today’s custom installer has all contributed to our success. We have set-up our market so that our lines are readily on hand as well as profitable for our dealers. We are confident that this success will serve The EDGE Group, vendor partners and customers alike.� more

Fort Wayne, IN – August 4, 2009 – The EDGE Distributors Group — a rapidly growing service-oriented group of 12 independently owned regional distributors catering primarily to custom install and residential systems integrators – today announced the appointment of Ron Harker as Executive Director.

Harker is veteran of the consumer electronics industry. He began his career in 1987 with Highland Appliance and went on to work for retailers Sound Pro and Classic Stereo. more

Charlotte, NC – July 27, 2009 – SnapAV, a manufacturer of more than 550 high-quality products for the custom audio-video channel, and BidMagic, the creator of professional proposal software for the custom installer, today announced a joint-partnership in which SnapAV dealers can obtain the BidMagic software for free.

Under the program, SnapAV will send dealers the BidMagic software for a 6-month free trial period. A percentage of each dealer’s SnapAV purchases will then be applied towards receiving the software (a $1,299 value) for free at the conclusion of the trial period. more