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2007 Mark of Excellence Winners

The Mark of Excellence Awards recognizes products and companies in the forefront of innovation in the home automation industry. The winners for 2007 are outlined below.  

(A Mark of Excellence Award does not constitute an endorsement by CEA of companies or of their products or services.)




 Best Audio Components

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NuVo Technologies, Inc.


NV-M3 Music Server
Introducing NuVo's NV-M3 - 3 Output, 160GB Hard Drive, Music Server with Microsoft PlaysForSure certification. M3 instantly synchs downloaded music and ripped CD's throughout the home using Windows Media Player

www.nuvotechnologies.com
shorton@nuvotechnologies.com

 Best Distributed Audio/Video

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Crestron


Adagio Entertainment System
A complete audio distribution system integrating a multi-room processor, amplifier, tuners and front-panel control. No programming is required; Adagio provides expandability for Crestron touchpanels, lighting, HVAC and more.

www.crestron.com
jsinger@crestron.com

 Best Home Theater/Media Room

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Home Systems


Home Basement Renovation and Theater Project
This basement renovation was the culmination of the homeowners desire for an adult play area which includes an authentic style pub & billiard table and a comfortable theater area.

www.homesystemsusa.com
ron@homesystemsusa.com

 Best Human Interface

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Exceptional Innovation


Lifeware 1.0.2
The Life|ware 1.0.2 digital entertainment and automation solution integrates Windows XP Media Center’s functionality with devices such as lighting, drapes, HVAC, irrigation and security, for whole-house system management and control.

www.exceptionalinnovation.com
mseamons@exceptionalinnovation.com

 Best Installation Products

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VizionWare


Hi-Wirez Active HDMI Digital Interconnects
Hi-Wirez™ combines revolutionary active digital HDMI technologies implemented in chips, which are in turn embedded in the cables. The result is superior video quality in a lighter and flexible configuration.

www.vizionware.com
bjamison@vizionware.com

 Best Integrated Systems

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Superna


Superna Digital Home
The SUPERNA Digital Home is the first solution to fully leverage standard IP home networks to provide whole-house home control, digital audio/video streaming and home automation.

www.supernasystems.com
don@supernasystems.com

 Best IP-based Products

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Crestron


Isys i/O WiFi
TPMC-8X WiFi touchpanels feature an embedded Windows XP OS providing onboard PC functionality including Internet Explorer, WindowsMedia® Player and 802.11a/b/g communication, Yahoo! Widgets, Skype™ VoIP, biometric fingerprint scanner and more.

www.crestron.com
jsinger@crestron.com

 Best Lighting Control Project

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Sound Solutions,a division of Solution Enterprises


Altamira Project
For this ocean cliffside estate, the challenge of extreme variance, from brilliant sunsets to total darkness, gave way to inspired lighting designs and specialized custom and intuitive control solutions.

www.soundsolutions.com
melson@soundsolutions.com

 Best Lighting Controls

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Monster Cable Products, Inc.


Monster Home Theater and Lighting Controller 300
The Monster AVL 300 whole home AV and lighting controller features web based setup, "Activity" button macro commands, Z-Wave compatibility, advanced ergonomic design, and system state tracking.

www.monstercable.com
dgraham@monstercable.com

 Best Media Servers

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CodexNovus


HDCodex DML-1600
The CodexNovus HDcodex DML-1600 Networked Media Player is a high definition media server that provides virtually instantaneous access to all of your movie, music and picture libraries.

www.codexnovus.com
hfeugen@codexnovus.com


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Kaleidescape, Inc.


The Kaleidescape 1U Server/ Entry Level System
The Kaleidescape Entry-Level System continues to deliver the ultimate in entertainment, with enhancements and pricing that gives more families an exciting way to enjoy movies and music throughout the home.

www.kaleidescape.com
michael.malcolm@kaleidescape.com

 Best Speakers

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KEF


KEF Ci3-80QT
The KEF Ci3-80QT Motorized In-Ceiling L/C/R Loudspeaker automatically extends down from its flush-mount position to directly project sound toward listeners, enhancing the overall home theater experience.

www.kef.com
paulegan@kefamerica.com

 Best Structured Wiring Distribution Devices

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Impact Acoustics


RapidRun Digital(tm)
Flexibility, ease of installation, versatility, and VALUE are all delivered by RapidRun-Digital™, a video system that’s READY for the present, and easily ADAPTABLE for the future.

www.impactacoustics.com
tsullivan@impactacoustics.com

 Best Training and Support Programs

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ELAN Home Systems


ELAN Dealer Support Programs
At ELAN, we are dedicated to supporting our Dealers with multiple world-class Business, Sales and Technical training options and the finest in-field and in-house service in the Custom Electronics industry.

www.elanhomesyste,s.com
elan@elanhomesystems.com

 Best Video Components

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Kaleidescape, Inc.


The Kaleidescape Movie Player 2
The Kaleidescape Movie Player 2, with its integral CD/DVD combo drive, is a high-performance audio/video component designed to import and play back movies and music in a Kaleidescape System.

www.kaleidescape.com
michael.malcolm@kaleidescape.com

 Best Video Displays

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Optoma Technology, Inc.


HD81 Projector and Video Processor
The Optoma HD81 native 1080p DLP® home theater projector provides an innovative, single-cable solution and dedicated video/color management processing system that makes bulky, wire-filled installations a thing of the past.

www.optomausa.com
danab@optoma.com

 Best Wireless Products

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Crestron


Isys i/O WiFi
TPMC-8X WiFi touchpanels feature an embedded Windows XP OS providing onboard PC functionality including Internet Explorer, WindowsMedia® Player and 802.11a/b/g communication, Yahoo! Widgets, Skype™ VoIP, biometric fingerprint scanner and more.

www.crestron.com
jsinger@crestron.com

 Home of the Year

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Sawyers Control Systems


Payne Residence
Sawyers used electronic techniques to provide our client with a relaxing home for weekends. Using remote connections and IP products they know their home is safe and secure.

www.sawyerscontrols.com
tcallahan@sawyerscontrols.com

 Innovation Award

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SETNET


Steve Smith's Lou Gehrig's Project
Home automation systems should enhance lives. What better way to illustrate this than by the installation of a system designed around someone who can’t move a muscle?

www.setnetpro.com
ts@setnetpro.com

 Luxury Home of the Year

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Electronics Design Group


Shore to Please Project
EDG is a one-stop solutions provider in the High-End residential marketplace, winner of 14 national awards from CEDIA, 2004 CEDIA and 2005 CEA Dealer of the Year.

www.EDGonline.com
nick.lehotzky@edgusa.com

 Production Home of the Year

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Link Your House


Carter Grove Plantation
Link Your House is combining the power of Industry partnerships with the cost-savings afforded by new technology to deliver incredible value to a production home builder in Atlanta, GA.

www.linkyourhouse.com
frank@linkyourhouse.com

 Systems Integrator of the Year

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Ambiance Systems


Ambiance Systems
Ambiance Systems is the largest integration company in upstate New York. With 20-years of experience, we set the standard for custom installation of home entertainment and smart home technologies.

www.ambiancesystems.com
jennifer.leidig@ambiancesystems.com

 Ultimate Home of the Year

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Sound Solutions,a division of Solution Enterprises


Altamira Project
Sound Solutions specializes in providing high performance audio, video, film, control and automation systems for residential and corporate clients, and offers a broad range of design and consulting services.

www.soundsolutions.com
melson@soundsolutions.com