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ELK & PCS

2010-07-31T04:34:00.001-07:00

Do you Install ELK? We would like to quote a system for you! Make an e-mail request from our web-site.

Did you read about the new Alliance between ELK and PCS Lighting Control, check in to learn more as this develops.

We will also have more information regarding the PCS Lighting Control Training on Nov. 12th in Manchester NH, once all the details are in.

PCS Lighting Control in stock

2010-06-18T17:38:00.001-07:00

We now carry a full inventory of PCS switches, 6 button controlers, PIM and other hot items.

Sell new technology to past customers

2010-06-12T05:43:00.001-07:00

Wow, how do you do that? Those customers were completed months or years ago.
Well if they are tech savvy like we are, they were thinking about the next "thing" while you were there putting in the current system.
Here is what we suggest, drop them a line, either a call or an e-mail and say " we now carry_________, are you interested?" If they are then take a look at our Wifi, Lighting Control or CCTV lines and fill in the blank.

With Wifi we suggest asking if they have wifi everywhere they need it including the yard or parking lot. If not OMNI-WiFi offers 6 to 10K of coverage (for a business suggest the dual SSID for public and private networks).

With Lighting Control, be cautious because of the economy most people will not spring for an entire makeover. We suggest the PCS Lighting 4 room kit to start with at a package price. Once your customer uses this they will want to add more as time and money allow. We know this because we are saving to add more swithes here!

CCTV is also pricy but more and more are considering it a necessity. Once again try place a 4 camera solution or even just one of Hunt's new H.264 IP Cams to see what your customer thinks.

We hope these ideas have helped, as our economy rebounds here and there you may be surprised to learn that some of your past clients really do need you to call them, good luck and if all goes well, give us a call...

Talk about retrofit

2010-06-01T06:58:00.001-07:00

Long before the current economy kicked into low gear, PCS Lighting Control was the best choice in retrofiting a home for lighting control. Now more than ever this is still the most cost effective and least complicated method to available. Manufactured here in the USA to the highest standards in the Industry doesn't hurt either.

NEACC

2010-05-26T18:35:00.001-07:00

We will be at NEACC in Marlboro MA May 27th from 10 to 5, hope to see you there.

PCS and Savant

2010-05-13T16:56:00.001-07:00

Today's announcement was a surprise. PCS and Savant have a partner agreement. Once we thought about this it occured to us that this should not really be that surprising.

AV LV was the first to represent this product in New England and we still believe this is the best lighting control on the market. The choice Savant made this week by partnering with PCS Lighting Control is just further proof. To learn more just drop us a line or give us a call. We can tell you more about the new RF products and the new 6 button controller that can handle a load. It just keep getting better.

Hunt IP

2010-05-07T03:58:00.001-07:00

This just in - Hunt now carries a complete series of H264 IP Cameras.
To learn more just... well you know what to do. We look forward to hearing from you.

New Media Device

2010-04-27T04:37:00.001-07:00

We are in the process of bringing in a new Media device. Let us know if this is an item you are looking to sell or currently sell. The best feature of this system is the ability to have a second unit in a second home for example that can access all the media from the main Home. For many people this can be huge, how often can you duplicate your media in more than one location? Send us your comments we really would like to know what you think.

This just in, from Cortexa

2010-04-17T04:56:00.001-07:00

Our current iPhone application DOES work on the iPad and works great. We will be developing an Application specifically for the iPad in the near future. Also, we recently joined the Z-Wave Alliance and will be focusing our efforts on our Z-Wave driver so that we can work with all of the Z-Wave products.
Jesse from Cortexa

Good news for all of you looking for the latest developments in affordable Home Automation. Cortexa does not charge extra licensing fees for every add-on which is the case with every other HA product on the market today. To learn more give us a call or drop an e-mail plus check the web site. We are putting Cortexa up very soon...

Affordable Automation

2010-04-13T05:34:00.001-07:00

Our time has come.
A recent editorial in CEPRO clearly defines the shift toward affordable Home Automation. At AV LV we have always advocated this and it is time to for you to explore this as well. Cortexa is a solid contender and offers all of the features in one price, no tacking on license fees every time you add a system. HomeSeer is a great DIY product with the potential to go Pro especially if you are a Z-Wave fan. We are also working on a new media product, stay tuned...

EHX was a blast

2010-03-31T12:37:00.001-07:00

Just returned from EHX. It was a little smaller but the atmosphere was great. New technology to consider for AV LV, look for them later this spring.
Took a day off and went to the Grand Prix in St. Pete, got an autograph from Mario Andretti!

PCS Lighting Control

2010-03-17T16:31:00.001-07:00

New RF products now available from PCS Lighting Control. Go Green with PCS, we will be attending the new product and green training put on by PCS at the EHX in Orlando next week, give us a call or send an e-mail if you plan to attend. Meet us at the PCS booth from 3 to 5 pm on Friday 3/26/10

EHX

2010-03-07T06:00:00.001-08:00

If you plan to visit EHX this year in Orlando FL, send us an e-mail to set up a time to meet.

twenty ten

2010-02-06T02:49:00.001-08:00

Have you settled on what to call the new year, as you can read I have my preference. Now that this is out can I ask "What are you going to do to make you more money in twenty ten?"
If the answer is the same thing you did last year then it easy to predict the results. Economic factors certainly did play a roll in all of individual economies over the last year. The business climate does feel like it is working better so far this year. The point is do you carry what people want or do you offer them what you want to sell?
I often marvel at the products that do really well. Often it is because they are marketed heavily and have a name that you know. They often perform as well as the unknown products but cost much more.
Now the question is how do you convince people to buy products like AV LV provides to Integrators? They cost less, perform as well and more often than not are better than the leading lines, the difference is your customers do not have to pay for all that marketing to get what they want.
One way to do this is to have a demo piece of equipment available or use this equipment yourself in an office or showroom. For example our newest CCTV line Vivotek is digital and you can place one unit in your office and demonstrate it from anywhere with a laptop computer. Our Lighting Control Line has a great demo suitcast and an OMNI-Wifi unit speaks for it self once you set one up in a 10,000 sq. ft building and have full coverage. Ultimately it is hard to convince people of anything these days unless you have the right tools and inform them in the right manner.
At AV LV we look forward to helping you prosper in twenty ten, thanks again for a solid oh nine as well.
Paul

Happy Holidays

2009-12-25T17:27:00.001-08:00

AV LV hopes you are enjoying some time with Family and Friends over the Holidays and even more great business in 2010!

2010 be prepared

2009-12-06T06:35:00.001-08:00

This time of year we always hear the same battle cry "the customers are not buying because of the holidays!"
So how can you operate your business with these ups and downs?
First of all not everyone is holding off. The other consideration is that if they are holding back, ask if you can set up a time right after the holidays to jump start the new year. Most business decisions have to do with timing as much as the cost. If you plan for the ups and downs then it is not as debilitating. Have a summer strategy,a school vaction plan and a holiday gift offering.
If Lexus can suggest a car as a Christmas Gift then why not a Home Theater?
I hope you enjoy your Holiday this year and look forward to hearing from you soon...

AV LV Newsletter

2009-12-01T08:31:00.001-08:00

CEPRO listing

2009-11-13T07:39:00.001-08:00

We are in CEPRO now! Check out this listing.
http://www.cepro.com/guides/distributor_listings/new_england/447

2009-11-07T10:18:00.003-08:00

Where were you when the economy recovered?

2009-11-07T10:18:00.001-08:00

There is a good chance you will not be where you should be. We can all sense change however it is not easy to predict when it will arrive. Our plan at AV LV is to keep a slow but steady positive position by providing the core products you will need when things begin to pick up.

As we move forward AV LV will once again add products and technology that makes sense and fit our standards. Plan now to have access to the funds you will need to support slow steady growth over the next few years. If things improve dramatically try not to fall into the same trap again, the one where you just assume the good times will just keep rolloing along. Remember, it is not what you earn it is what you save that really counts.

Get free shipping

2009-11-04T10:01:00.001-08:00

From now until December 31st 2009 we offer free shipping on any pre-paid order, call today for more information or to place your order. 603-491-3395

The new Web site

2009-10-25T05:19:00.001-07:00

OK we are ready to roll now with the new AV LV web site so... how does this affect you?
1. When you are visiting a customer and he or she asks you to show them the product, just say "OK - open a browser and lets look at av-lv.com" then it's a piece of cake to show a dome camera or a 6 button lighting control switch, on the spot. You no longer need to say "let me get back to you on that".
2. You need info on a product after hours.
3. No need to go to 3 or 4 web sites now for AV LV items and information.
4. This Blog - we can show case your work, send us photos and a description to sales@av-lv.com
5. Remember you can still increase business by going back to your customer base with new technology.
6. We will continue to add new products and technology. Lets us know if there is a product you wish to see here as well.
Thanks
Paul

Ad in CE Pro

2009-09-08T12:54:00.000-07:00

See our latest ad in September edition of CE Pro.