Smart Components for Integrated vAutomation™ Systems
Choose from hundreds of name brand manufacturers for your lighting, AV switching, climate, temperature, and other integratable, "smart" sub-systems |
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Unlike other control systems, vAutomation™ doesn't lock or restrict you to work with any single parts vendor or manufacturer. Our open architecture allows virtually any device that can be controlled via RS-232, TCP/IP, IR, etc. to be integratable with our systems, making it absolutely perfect for retrofit installations.
Dealers and integrators can choose to go with popular favorites like LiteTouch®, Lutron®, & UPB® for lighting, or choose brands like ADA & NuVo for multiroom video/audio switching. Don’t see your device listed on here? Not to worry – check out our full list here – we can even write & create your own custom drivers for your device.
Not sure which parts you need to choose? VidaBox does extensive in-house and in-field testing with dozens of manufacturers' products for 100% compatibility. Choose from our recommended list of manufacturers below to get started, and be absolutely sure your next project will integrate smoothly and seamlessly!
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Sources - Audio & Video
Movies, pictures, music, etc. from archives, internet streams
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A popular feature most automation projects incorporate is AV access, which the VidaBox Media Servers & Extenders cover quite nicely. Providing Blu-ray, DVD, music, video, & photo, it's easy to see why integrators opt for a easily integratable VidaBox server over having separate components. In concert with receivers & other AV distribution devices, VidaBox provides a complete, soup-to-nuts solution.
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- VidaBox Media Centers
Any IR-Controllable Device/Set-top Box
· Cable, Satellite, FIOS, FTA STBs
· Blu-ray, DVD, VHS players
· Internet Streamers or Legacy Devices
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Distribution - Audio & Video
Send AV where it's needed via matrix switching systems
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Any successful AV project needs reliable, dependable distribution solutions. VidaBox has worked with & certified the listed equipment for use with vAutomation. Depending on the scale of the project, integrators can distribute sources to up to 36 high definition (1080p) video zones & 96 audio zones - simultaneously. For the optimal balance between flexibility and cost, VidaBox recommends ADA (Audio Design Associates) systems for multiroom audio and component matrix switching & Aurora Multimedia for HDMI matrix switching.
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- AV Matrix Switching
ADA Suite 8000-Series (RS-232/ADA bus)
· Audio: 8 in, 8 out w. dual tuners built-in
ADA Suite16 (RS-232/ADA bus)
· Audio: 16 in, 16 out (96 out max)
· Comp. Video: 16 in, 16 out (32 out max)
NuVo Technologies (RS-232)
· Audio: 4 in, 4 out, up to 8 in, 16 out
· Grand Concerto, Essentia, or Simplese
ShinyBow
Comp. Switchers (RS-232)
· Comp. Video: From 4:2 up to 8:8 Switchers |
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Climate Controls
Subsystems for HVAC / temperature regulation
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Climate control is not only important for comfort, but also plays an important role in minimizing a home's energy usage to help it become as "green" as possible.
vAutomation's flexibility and customizability allows any integrator to create special heating and cooling patterns for a home and allow a homeowner to take an active role in energy management, or via advanced programming, the house can take care of its energy by interfacing with monitoring & motion sensor systems.
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- Thermostats
Aprilaire 8870 (RS-485)
· Simple,fully programmable to 20 t-stats
Proliphix NT10e & NT20e (TCP/IP)
· Monitor temps 500+ away w. NT20e
RCS RS-485 TR40 & TR16 (RS-485)
· Replace 4+ existing wire t-stats
- Integrated Control Systems
HAI Omni Pro II (TCP/IP)
· Integ. w. rest of HAI suite for lights, security
- Temperature Monitor
Sensatronics E4 - Temp. Mon. (TCP/IP)
· 0-122±0.1ºF w. 3 sec. meas. interv. |
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Controllers
Control devices via RS-232, TCP/IP, IR, and more
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The heart of any automation system is the controller hardware, making it absolutely critical and essential that it be as reliable and foolproof as possible. That's why VidaBox vAutomation projects always start off with a VidaBox controller, such as the vController, FireServer, or the RackServer. Every VidaBox controllers is designed to deliver reliable, 24/7 performance at an affordable price points & meet every feature set requirement.
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- Core Controllers
· vController
· FireServer
· RackServer
- IR & Relay Controls
Global Cache GC-100 Series (TCP/IP)
· Up to 6 IR, 3 relay, & 2 RS-232 control/device
- Control Points
· PicoPC
· Any VidaBox system w. a RS-232 Port |
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Lighting Controls
Create dramatic scenes & set the perfect mood for any scenario |
Let there be light!
VidaBox works with a myriad of lighting control systems, and many of these options can be easily retrofited into existing constructions and homes. Alternatively, for new construction, a myriad of centralized wiring options are available as well.
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- Compatible Lighting Solutions
· Centralite
· Clipsal C-Bus
· INSTEON Powerlinc & ISY
· LiteTouch Recommended
· Lutron GrafikEye, Homeworks, RadioRA
· OnQ ALC
· UPB (Pulseworx) Recommended
· Vantage Q Series
· Zen-Sys Z-Wave |
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Security & Monitoring
Integration w. alarms, cameras, & other monitoring devices |
It's good to know what's going on in your home, even if you're not there - which is why VidaBox works w. DVR systems in concert w. alarm & monitoring solutions. When combined, it forms a complete solution that helps the owner quickly secure the entire premises, see what's going on in specific rooms, review security footage, and more.
Note that vAutomation is NOT and should not be used as a standalone security solution, but is designed to provides access & tie into controls of core security hardware.
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- Integrated Security Panels
Elk M1 Gold Panel (TCP/IP)
· 16 on-board zones, expandable to 208 zones
HAI Omni Pro II (TCP/IP)
· Integ. w. rest of HAI suite for lights, climate
- IP-based Web Cameras
Axis Communications (TCP/IP)
· 30+ camera models. Fixed, domed, PTZ, more
Almost all IP-addressable cameras are vAutomation-capable. Contact us for details. |
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Touch Screen Controls
In-wall/mobile customizable interfaces for easy, 1-touch controls |
The success of any control system is only as good as the interface and hardware powering it - which is why it's important to choose a rock solid, reliable, long term solution!
Virtually every VidaBox touch panel is based on embedded software, and is designed with write protection to guarantee reliability and maximum uptime, making it completely virus and malware-proof. Any time that there's a problem, simply reset the touch panel, and it will revert back to its factory condition!
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- Mobile control tablets
· vPad8
· vPad10
- In-wall flush mount touch panels
· Touch4.2 (Coming soon!)
· TouchClient Series
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Accessories & Add-ons
Convenient solutions & add-ons to complete your next project |
Have a unique situation where you can't finish an install because of *one* seemingly minor - but difficult - problem? There's where VidaBox comes in.
With our decades of combined AV integration and field experience, VidaBox has steadily added and broadened our product line year-after-year to create new products suited for the professional installer - saving time, money - and just as important - minimizing overall aggravation!
From video transformers and converters to unique keyboards to remote disc access solutions - VidaBox has it all!
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- Convenience Add-ons
Wireless Keyboard
· 33' range; control any PC from the couch
· Included w. most VidaBox systems
Karaoke Packages
· Only available w. VidaBox Media Centers
· Includes up to 1390 preloaded songs
- Disc Access
RoomDisc
· Provide local disc access for BDs, DVDs, CDs
· Dual or single drive options available
Visit the Accessories for more options, or
if you don't see what you need, contact us! |
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