CE Pro Announces the Winners to the Inaugural BEST Awards
FRAMINGHAM, MA – September 10, 2009 – CE Pro is pleased to recognize the winners to the Inaugural CE Pro BEST (Best Electronic Systems Technologies) Awards today.
Over 200 products vied for the honor of being classed "BEST" new product and technology of 2009 within their product category. While there was only one winner per category, the quality of entrants was exceptional and the voting was tight in many instances.
"CE Pro has been writing about the top technologies and products for residential integrators for nearly 15 years," says Jason Knott, editor-in-chief. "Until now, we never recognized those cutting-edge systems with an award. This is a great way to focus on the new products being unveiled at CEDIA Expo."
The winners of the Inaugural BEST Awards were chosen by a panel of industry experts, integrators and the editors of CE Pro and Electronic House, to join an exclusive group of products deemed the most noteworthy for 2009. Criteria included creativity, innovation, incorporated equipment, obstacles overcome, aesthetics and lifestyle benefits
Entrants are highlighted in the CE Pro CEDIA Guide, which was distributed prior to CEDIA Expo 2009 and available at the CEDIA Expo in print from Sept. 8-13 in Atlanta. Submissions are featured online as well as within the CEDIA Guide.
Winners will also be announced at CEDIA Expo at the CE Pro Head Quarters booth #1119 and on www.cepro.com/best September 10, 2009. Presentation of the awards will take place at the CE Pro Head Quarters booth #1119 on September 10, 2009 from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m.
CE Pro BEST Award Winners
A/V Cabling
Advanced Wire Group Corp., Universal Locking HDMI Cable and Arlington Industries Inc, Recessed Low Voltage Mounting Bracket
Multi-Zone Amplifier
AudioControl, The Director Model D3200
Remote/Local Source Input
Autonomic Controls, Apple TV Control Module
Single-Chassis Surround Loudspeaker
B&W, Panorama
Integrated Security System/Module/Device
Black & Decker, Home Connect Technology
Dedicated Intercom
Broan-NuTone LLC, NuTone NM Series Intercom Systems
Mount/Lift
Chief Manufacturing, FUSION Micro-Adjustable Mounts
Whole House Control
CineTouch Software, CineTouch v.7.1 Software for AMX
Media Servers
Crestron, ADMS-BR
Keypads, Controls, Remotes & IR Extenders
Crestron, TPMC-3X
A/V Preamp/Processor/Switcher/Amplifier/Receiver
Crestron, DM-MD8x8
Software Application
D-Tools, Inc., D-Tools SI5.5
In-Ceiling Speakers - Under $1000
Eaton Corp, A-BUS Direct Speakers
Central Vacuum
Electrolux Central Vacuum Systems, BeamQ PowerTeam with EasyReach Hose
Power & Thermal Management Accessories
Exact Power (Middle Atlantic Products), PowerCore Transformer System
Structured Wiring System
Homepath Products LLC, eXapath In-Wall Cable Pathway System
On-Wall Speaker
Leon Speakers, Horizon Series 212 Ultra Thin
Automated Shade Control System
Lutron Electronics Company, Sivoia QS Wireless
Floorstanding / Shelf Loudspeaker Over $1000
Meridian, DSP5200 Active Speaker
All-Inclusive Multi-Room Audio System
NuVo Technologies, Renovia
Digital Phone System
Ooma, Ooma Telo
Subwoofer
Paradigm Electronics, RVC-12SQ In-Wall Subwoofer and Velodyne Acoustics, SC-600 IW
Multi-Zone Receiver
Pioneer Electronics (USA) Inc., Pioneer Elite SC-27 A/V Receiver
Floorstanding / Shelf Loudspeaker Under $1000
PSB Speakers, PSB Image Series T5 Tower Loudspeaker
Flat Panel TV
Runco, Crystal Series CX-OPAL47
Projector
Runco, CineWall CW-95DHD
No New Wires Transmission Technology
Russound, Collage Media and Intercom
Gaming Accessories
Salamander Designs Ltd., JumpSeat Ottoman
Multi-Room Touch screen
Savant Systems, LLC ROSIE Surface Kit
In-Ceiling Speakers - Over $1000
Sonance, Cinema Series LCR1/SUR1
Source Components
Sony Electronics Inc, BDP-CX7000ES
Tools, Testing & Calibration
SpectraCAL, LLC, Sencore ColorPro by CalMAN
Projection Screen
Stewart Filmscreen, Director's Choice 2.0
Outdoor A/V
SunBriteTV, 5500HD 55-Inch All-Weather Full HD 1080p LCD
In-Wall Speakers Under $1000
Totem Acoustic, TOTEM TRIBE In-Wall Series
Accessories
TRUFIG, TRUFIG Custom Installations Kits
Multi-Room Touchscreen
Universal Remote Control, MX-5000 Two-Way Color Touch Screen
Remote Savant Systems, LLC, ROSIE Surface Kit
Lighting Controls & Accessories
Universal Remote Control, URC Lighting by Lutron
HVAC Integration System/Connected Thermostats
Vantage Controls, Energy Management Solution
Home Networking Device
Wilson Electronics, SignalBoost DB Pro
In-Wall Speakers Over $1000
Wisdom Audio, Wisdom Audio Sage Series L150i
Visit www.cepro.com/best for more information on each of these products.