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Dolby Atmos vs. 7.2 Channel Systems

Dolby Atmos vs. 7.2 Channel Systems

By | Residential Solutions, Sound Systems, Surround Sound |

A great surround sound system can go a long way in enhancing your home’s entertainment capabilities. With many different options to choose from, Dolby remains a high quality choice. Their Atmos system has a lot to offer, but how does it compare to the 7.2 channel systems?

Atmos

The Dolby Atmos system offers a superior and highly realistic sound experience. With the old channels, sound can only be heard from predetermined locations defined by the speaker setup, not how you would hear it in real life. But the Atmos system functions independently of channels, existing as individual entities called audio objects. This is a cinematic audio format which will fill the room unlike any other system.

7.2 Channel System

Because the Atmos is such an advanced system, you will need to upgrade your software, receivers, and speakers. Height speakers especially are important for creating the right sound. Also, some home theater equipment doesn’t support the Atmos system, and springing for equipment that does could be a big hit to your wallet. Overall, you need a lot of space both in your entertainment room and your budget to maximize the benefits of using the Atmos. The 7.2 channel system will have more compatible equipment for less money, but it won’t have the same cinematic sound quality.

If you’re looking for a custom and budget-friendly home entertainment option, Shore Home Solutions can help! We sell, service, and install a wide range of products that are sure to fit your needs. Contact us today to schedule your free consultation!

Sep 27
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Lighting Control System

Benefits of Lighting Control Systems

By | Business Technology Solutions, Custom Home Entertainment, Lighting Control System |

Your computer is on a network. You network for your job. But did you know that you can also network the lighting in your house or office? A lighting control system is a networked system of devices for controlling the lights in your home or business. These devices can include occupancy sensors, light control switches, touchscreens and more.

A good lighting control system has a number of benefits:

Save energy, save money

A lighting control system properly installed by experienced residential electric contractors can save energy by automatically turning off or dimming lights based on a variety of factors – whether or not there’s anyone in a room, available daylight, etc. You’ll never have to worry again whether you remembered to turn off the lights after leaving a room. By saving energy, you’re also saving money on your electric bills. Here’s how to use a home switchboard circuit breaker if you’re planning to buy one for your home.

Remote control

A lighting control system lets you turn lights off and on with a simple press of a button. You don’t even have to be home! A free app from Shore Home Solutions will let you control your home or business lighting from wherever you happen to be.

Intruders, beware

Imagine this: you get an alert on your phone from your surveillance system, letting you know that motion has been detected on your property. You use your remote lighting control system to turn on all of the lights in your home and watch the intruder flee!

If you’re ready to install a lighting control system in your home or business, contact a commercial electrician to install them for you, or visit their website at https://suburbanenterprises.com/ to book an appointment.

Jun 20
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Important Facts about Surveillance Cameras

By | Business Solutions, Residential Solutions |

Surveillance cameras have been around since 1942 when the first one, invented by Walter Burch, was installed at a rocket launch site in Peenemunde, Germany. It wasn’t long after that that banks installed them to help prevent and solve crime. Since then, the growth of the surveillance industry has been fast and furious, and they are now used in all government buildings and offices, as well as in high traffic areas in cities.

For businesses, including retail stores, and restaurants, surveillance cameras are necessary. Most shoppers and diners know that there is surveillance nowadays, and so crime prevention has been much better. But surveillance also helps in solving crimes by providing images of robberies, assaults, traffic accidents, and murders.

Surveillance cameras are also used in public places like airports, and train and bus stations. It is said that in the UK, for every 14 persons, there is 1 surveillance camera. Cameras are monitored in special monitoring stations 24/7 so there are images in real time of potential crimes.

Many times, surveillance cameras are used in industrial complexes, in places where it is not safe to enter, or entry is forbidden, like nuclear plants and chemical plants. In some of these environments thermographic cameras are also used to monitor the temperatures in these high-risk areas. Residential areas also use residential intercom installation and home security systems to make their homes safer.

Unfortunately, criminals also use surveillance cameras to track the comings and goings of people in businesses, restaurants, convenience stores, and residential areas. So those businesses, homeowners, and industries have to do their utmost to stay several steps ahead of potential crime such as commercial video surveillance system replacement.

Surveillance is here to stay. Those who cry “invasion of privacy” will have to make their peace with this truth. The world’s emotional and political climates have forced this fact upon us. For businesses, due diligence is absolutely necessary for the prevention of crime.