2012 Tendencies in Audio & Video for Hospitality

What better than to bring in the new with a whole new business perspective in mind. Hotels have fallen behind greatly when it comes to TV’s for hospitality upgrades, audio and video integration and viewing options for their guest. Hotels of yesteryear have felt that so long as there is a TV to watch and clean sheets, business is perfect, but that’s not the case.

In a world where every type of business is considered competitive, high tech improvements have become a must. Bars, night clubs and restaurants have turned to a new era of audio & video integration. From LCD & Plasma Flat Screens to Hiperwall Video Walls, the limits are endless, and hotels don’t fall much behind. Whether you have a small 20 room business or a large executive style hotel, keeping up with technology is inevitable. Nobody wants to walk into a room where you have to turn the knob on the TV to get the local news channel because there is not much else to watch.

DirecTV for businesses has become the new platform for offering guest enjoyable TV programming while enjoying it on an incredible LCD or Plasma flat screen. When people choose to stay at a hotel, they not only look for comfort, but in-room entertainment as well. Atmosphere can keep guest captivated, or at the very least take them to a place away from home. Comsat AV can help you keep them where they belong, by designing, installing and maintaining the most conducive audio-visual environments and the systems that support it, and by establishing the kind of ambiance you need to keep them coming back.

These are some of the key systems we can enhance your business with:

• Comprehensive In-Room Entertainment Solutions

• Com1000 Head End Systems – SMATV

• Pro-Idiom Compliant Hospitality LCD, Plasma and LED TV’s

• DirecTV Hotel Premier Programming

• Video on Demand/Pay Per View

• Guest Connectivity Modules – Media Hubs and “Jack Packs”

• Wi-Fi Mesh Network HSIA

• Custom & Branded Hospitality Furniture

• Lodging Innovations Mounts

• Projection Systems for Banquet and Meeting Rooms

• HD Video Conferencing Systems for Meeting Rooms or Business Communications Rooms

• Digital Signage – Interactive Directories, Menu Boards, Location Based Advertising

• DirecTV for Business & AV Solutions for Public Areas, Fitness Centers & Spas, and Business Centers

So as you can see, there are many options and upgrades available that can make your hotel that much more attractive and entertaining for your future guest. Make 2012 the year that you step up to the plate and smack one right out of the audio and video park. A technology home run that will get you up and beyond your competitors. Contact Comsat AV and make an appointment to have one of our audio/video specialist evaluate your business setting and provide with the very best option suited for your needs.

Laptop Connections for Bars and Restaurants

Why computer laptop connection are important for sports bars and restaurants.

Want to pick up your lunch time group reservations?  Fill up your meetings rooms?  Turn your place into another place for businesses to give presentations?

Not all sports restaurants cater only to the sports fanatic whose only goal is to eat, drink and win the game.  Many are upscale and market to local businesses and networking groups that hold regularly hold meetings.  Of course, being able to display a powerpoint presentation, a video or pictures can be a big bonus to prospective clients looking to motivate their staff, impress their clients or hold a special event.  We have the solution.

At many of our client’s properties, we’ve installed discrete connections for VGA cables so that whatever is displayed on the customer’s laptop can also be displayed on selected HD monitors.  And, with “Zoned Audio,” the system ensures everyone at the special event not only sees the presentation, but hear it as well.

This smart, inexpensive AV trick translates into more group sales.   Anniversary parties can now include the grandkids’ slide show, businessmen can rationalize more off-site lunch meetings and awards dinners don’t require expensive AV rental.   That means more sales and more revenue for our clients.  And, happier customers.

RS-232 Control for Sports Bars and Restaurants

RS-232 Control fro TV’s

Our experience is that sports bar and restaurant owners, as well as businesses that use DIRECTV or digital signage in their lobby or waiting rooms, prefer to focus on their business and not the TV. This is particularly true when there are multiple TV screens that have to be turned on and programmed to the right channel. When they want to simplify, the solution is installing TV monitors with the “RS-232 Control.”

Think of it like automatic sprinklers that turn on and off at a predetermined time and water a specific area. But, instead of water it’s the TVs that are fully automated. 232 control allows us to program the screens to turn on and off when the business opens and closes so the manager never has to assign a staff person to do this task. What’s more, we program the system to display pre-selected channels. This means there is not time or worry spent on the AV system when opening and closing the business. Instead, when the doors open, the monitors are all showing the preferred channels and turning off automatically at closing time. No fuss.

Please note: not all TV monitors have 232 control. That’s one reason why we often recommend the Samsung, Sharp and LG commercial TV monitors. Your AV system should not perform well, it should be easy and convenient to use. We build AV systems that enhance your business, not take up more time, energy and worry. 232 control helps us ensure our clients can always focus on their customers first. And that makes happy customers.

Zoned Audio helps make happier customers

Being in a sports bar unable to hear the game can be a very frustrating experience for the client. If it’s because the home team is winning and folks are cheering, they’ll forgive the restaurant, grill, tavern, pub or sports bar. If it’s because the sound system isn’t dialed in correctly, the business is in trouble for making the clientele unhappy.

That’s why we create “Zoned Audio.” Using top-quality, crystal-clear speakers with very specific sound broadcast characteristics (higher degree of directionality), we create areas where specific audio channels are heard perfectly while being isolated from the sound coming from the other TV channels. We install easy-to-use source switching technology that gives you and your staff the flexibility with a push of a button or tap of the finger to place a DIRECTV channel’s audio and video to a specific area of the restaurant or bar.

Think of it: as one group is watching the DIRECTV golf channel, another is enjoying football game and yet neither group feels pushed out by the other. The Zone Audio Video explains how the a Zone Audio System can make your customers – happy customers.

Hospitality TV – Digital HD is the game-changer!

System Components with LG, Sharp and Samsung as favorite displays.

Don’t just watch TV – DIRECTV.

Pro:Idiom™ encryption technology (anti-pirating encryption is required by premium content providers) is the industry standard for secure delivery of high definition digital television and video on demand (VOD) signals.

Pro:Idiom™

Pro:Idiom™ encryption technology (anti-pirating encryption is required by premium content providers) is the industry standard for secure delivery of high definition digital television and video on demand (VOD) signals.

Com1000 vs. LG Code Plus Headend Systems

The “headend” system sends that encrypted signal to the guest rooms.   While the Com1000 system from Technicolor (formerly Thomson) has become the industry standard, we also offer the newer LG Code Plus system. Both have their own distinct advantages so we carefully walk you through the differences to ensure your goal of using the very best headend for the cost is achieved.

Pro:Centric

LG’s content delivery system, Pro:Centric, provides guests with amazingly easy-to use digital signage that acts like a digital concierge.  Beyond simply a channel selection guide, guests will be able to check on daily weather, review hotel amenities and, with the optional Web Editor, can even offer customizable billboards to promote any business and service.  The optional Electronic Program Guide (EPG), guests can enjoy selecting their favorite programs by viewing each particular show’s detailed description.

Flat Screen TVs for Hospitality

Do you know if the property’s in-room displays are HD?  We find many hotels with updated TV’s fed by outdated distribution systems.  We not only source our screens to get you the latest technology at the lowest price, but our technical expertise ensures your entire system is operating at its max.

Of course, the quality of displays continues to increase while simultaneously becoming more affordable.  When is the right time to upgrade?  LG, Sharp and Samsung are our favorite hospitality tv brands for different reasons including size for the cost, compatibility, flexibility and picture quality.  By focusing on dependability and compatibility, we ensure your TV screens are designed to have the longest life

High speed internet connection for your guests? Answer is Wi-Fi Mesh Network HSIA

Free-to-Guest (FTG) Entertainment Solutions

We are one of the best Free-To-Guest (FTG) entertainment system integrators catering to the U.S. hospitality industry. While many hotels still have a headend system that provides the local channels, HBO and video-on-demand for adult content, today’s guests demand more. With DIRECTV, fully digital distribution and HD flat-panel screens, guests can enjoy HBO, ESPN, the three major cable news channels along with local and specialized programming like the Food Channel, Comedy Channel, SPIKE, etc. all in HD. Once they’ve seen HD, they won’t be satisfied with old technology. And that’s just the beginning.

Guests now bring laptop computers, gaming devices, iPads and iPods and expect there to be easy ways to connect, charge and use those devices in room. Ensuring connectivity all but guarantees client satisfaction – at least regarding their in-room entertainment. That’s where we come in.
We offer state-of-the-art comprehensive FTG entertainment solutions. We keep our clients ahead of the fast-paced technology curve by installing products that are new to the market or the manufacturers’ latest upgrades. What that means to you is happier customers (more revenue) and a longer product replacement cycle (lower costs).

How to get a bigger, clearer picture and save money? Technology!

Up until today, about the only way to get a big, crystal clear, 70” video display in your board room was through an expensive, noisy hot projector blasting images to a pull down screen.  The problem is the expense of running the unit.  Constantly replacing lamps is costly and bothersome.  We have the solution.  It’s called the Sharp LC-70LE732U.

Step up to spectaularge! Sharp’s “quad pixel” technology adds a fourth color – yellow – revealing more unique hues than any other television.  8-million sub-pixels of colors unique to the AQUOS LED system with an amaing 6,000,000:1 contrast ratio.  Of course, it also incorporates the latest bells and whistles like Netflix streaming video, built-in WiFi connectivity, CinemaNow capability and Vudu™ apps.

Sharp 70" TV

Here’s the kicker.  No light dimming.  The screen is bright-as-day so just start your presentation and everyone can take notes.  And, at the end of the day, when all is said and done, the price of replacing your expensive-to-maintain hot, noisy, lamp-eating projector is often less than enjoying the clarity and efficiency of state-of-the-art technology.  Today, Commercial Satellite Audio & Video installed the first SHARP 70LE732U in San Diego at UCSD.  Do you want to lower costs while increasing the quality and impact of your presentations?  Please give us a call.  We can help.

Commercial AV Furniture

Commercial Satellite Audio & Video now has a sister company
- Commercial AV Furniture

San diego, CA, April 15, 2011:

Jonathan Feld, President of Commercial Satellite Audio/Video Inc. of San Diego, is proud to announce the formation of a sister company – Commercial AV Furniture.

“One of the biggest challenges for most businesses when it comes to Audio Video is not finding the right technology, its finding furniture designed to house that technology that is both good looking and functional.”

Commercial Satellite Audio & Video has done thousands of installs across the nation and along the way have researched many manufacturers of furniture to find those few we can count on to consistently provide furniture that makes audio video technology easier to use and service and that is also quality furniture in terms of how it looks and its construction.

Today we are proud to announce the start of a sister company, Commercial AV Furniture, whose sole purpose is to provide Audio Video furniture to fit the needs and budget of businesses and the hospitality industry.

From lecterns & podiums to video conferencing carts , display mounts & fine A/V credenzas and anything else related to audio and video furniture

For more information on Commercial Audio Video Furniture, visit http://CommercialAVFurniture.com.

Commercial Satellite Audio & Video, Inc. located in San Diego, California, provides complete Audio Visual Integration for business, educational & commercial applications.  http://www.comsatav.com

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In the boardroom, you need both beauty and brains.

Commercial AV Furniture is not just another pretty face.

People who need people call our office. Because in business, it’s not the furniture that counts, it’s the people. Go ahead – call Danielle toll free at 866.348.1970. She has both the expertise and commitment to customer service that you demand with access to the best-in-class quality commercial audio video furniture you need.

And by “best quality” we mean the finest craftsmanship, the widest selection and aesthetically the most beautiful boardroom furniture in the world. It is state-of-the art technology blended with Old World beauty and simplicity. Our furniture is a clear statement of excellence.

To be honest, we can’t afford anything less and neither can you. Our parent company, ComSatAV, backs up all installations with one of the world’s most advanced teams of technical experts. Commercial AV Furniture recommends stuff the techs love to ensure your board room is simple to use, effective in its task and isn’t out-of-date before your next annual meeting.

From corporate conference rooms and government agencies, schools and universities, professional training facilities and board rooms, we deliver the best customer service, highest quality furniture and most talented technical staff available in the marketplace. So, go ahead – call Danielle – let her prove that we’ve got beauty and brains.

Commercial Satellite Audio & Video becomes the Newest Hiperwall Authorized Reseller

COMMERCIAL SATELLITE
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Phone: (619) 795-9444 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
9 A.M. PST, February 3, 2011

COMMERCIAL SATELLITE AUDIO VIDEO
NEWEST HIPERWALL AUTHORIZED RESELLER

SAN DIEGO, CA, FEBRUARY 03, 2011: Jonathan Feld, President of Commercial Satellite Audio/Video Inc. of San Diego, is proud to announce that his company has become the newest authorized reseller of the Hiperwall video wall system.

Hiperwall is a high-performance low-cost video wall system that makes large-scale video display solutions available to a much wider range of companies and government agencies by eliminating the need for complex, expensive hardware required for video walls in the past.

“We decided to pursue becoming a Hiperwall reseller for several reasons, including the ease of installation and operation of the system,” Feld said. “Anyone that can use a PC can operate this system.”

“Secondly, we loved the incredible scalability of the video wall system. It’s perfect for anything from digital signage to stadium-sized video walls.

“Lastly,” Feld said, “the system utilizes ordinary PCs and flat-panel monitors. The Hiperwall multi-screen video wall allows us to deliver the ultimate in performance to our clients at a price point that simply cannot be approached by any other video wall or digital signage technology.”

The Hiperwall Video Wall system utilizes ordinary PCs (no server required), ordinary LCD, LED or plasma flat-panel displays and an ordinary Ethernet network. Hiperwall’s software makes it possible to display a wide variety of content with unmatched speed, flexibility and functionality in extremely high-resolution.

The ease of installation and scalability of the Hiperwall system makes it the optimum  solution for large  command and control centers video walls , network operation centers and sporting venues while still being a perfect solution for digital signage, shopping center information kiosks, restaurant menu boards, and hotel information boards.

Commercial Satellite joins an elite group of professionally trained, hand-picked audio-video integrators from around the world who have achieved authorization status for the Hiperwall video wall system.

“Commercial Satellite has the experience, expertise and relationships in key target markets, including corporate offices and the hospitality industry, to help take Hiperwall to the next level of success,” said Jeff Greenberg, CEO of Hiperwall, Inc. “We are looking forward to working with them.”

The Hiperwall system was developed at UCI’s California Institute for Telecommunications and Information Technology (Calit2). For more information on Hiperwall, visit www.hiperwall.com.

Commercial Satellite Audio & Video, Inc. located in San Diego, California, provides complete audio visual integration for business, educational ad commercial applications. http://www.comsatav.com
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