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NuVo Technologies Adds Last.fm and Rhapsody to Music Port and Music Port Elite

Wed, 15 Feb 2012 17:07:00 GMT

Manufacturer’s popular streaming source devices continue to increase content variety.

Hebron, KY – February 14, 2012 – NuVo Technologies has announced the addition of music subscription services Last.fm and Rhapsody to the list of internet-based streaming audio providers accessible through their award-winning Music Port and Music Port Elite devices.

A clever service for music enthusiasts, Last.fm assesses a listener’s musical taste through the individual’s song selections (both online and digitally stored on the user’s computer or other devices), and uses that profile to then recommend new music from its own vast and varied catalog. Accessing this service through the four simultaneous source streams of the Music Port components offers NuVo customers not only additional variety, but also an interactive way to further engage with music.

Additionally, the inclusion of Rhapsody, the #1 online music subscription service which hosts a still-growing catalog of over 13 million songs, continues the line’s efforts to provide end users with a limitless music selection, through a single easy-to-navigate component.

NuVo President and CEO, David Rodarte, comments, “These services are a joy, and a resource, for music fans and enthusiasts. A person’s preference evolves, both over time and through exposure to new material. It is an exciting opportunity for us to become a bigger part of a user’s evolving relationship with music, by providing even more services that stream such extensive music libraries and foster new artist discoveries. NuVo’s not just about hearing the music you already love, but about finding the music you are going to love next.”

Access to these additional features requires the latest versions of NuVo firmware: 3.0.10794.0 for the Music Port (MPS4) and 3.0.10796.0 Music Port Elite (MPS4-E).

For information on NuVo Technologies, please visit: www.nuvotechnologies.com

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About NuVo Technologies

Based in Hebron, Ky., just outside of Cincinnati, NuVo Technologies is an award-winning innovator in the engineering, manufacture and distribution of multi-room digital audio distribution systems. NuVo focuses just as much energy on its products’ value and ease of use as it does on their quality, design, energy efficiency and engineering, striving for the highest levels in all aspects. NuVo believes the music-enabled home is something that all consumers can achieve and enjoy. Its products can make it happen. Visit NuVo’s comprehensive website at www.nuvotechnologies.com.

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NuVo’s New WA40 Wall Amplifier Gains ENERGY STAR Rating

Wed, 15 Feb 2012 17:05:00 GMT

New amplifier for the education market meets ENERGY STAR standards for exceptional efficiency.

Hebron, KY – February 10, 2012 – NuVo Technologies has announced the WA40, their latest in-wall amplifier for the education market, has recently qualified for the ENERGY STAR mark in recognition for energy efficiency.

Issued by the Environmental Protection Agency and U.S. Department of Energy, the ENERGY STAR qualification ensures a strict standard of energy efficiency in a variety of consumer electronics and appliances. The reduced energy needs and emissions of qualifying products can appeal to both the most cost and environmentally conscious consumers.

The WA40, an easy-to-use in-wall audio amplification solution for classrooms and other enclosed listening spaces, operates with 40 watts of power and provides users with both straightforward control from its portable IR controller and flexible source options, with two hard-wired rear inputs as well as two additional front inputs for easy access. Passing all ENERGY STAR requirements for both minimal input power and energy consumption while in operation, the unit also automatically powers down after 30 minutes without audio for additional energy savings. Already affordable and accommodating, the recognized efficiency of the WA40 guarantees an all-around stand out solution for any classroom.

The system, complete with amplifier, controller and in-wall speakers, sells for the MSRP of $299.

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WIN A GUITAR WITH NUVO TECHNOLOGIES

Wed, 15 Feb 2012 18:24:00 GMT

**STAND #1P122, INTERGRATED SYSTEMS EUROPE, 31 JAN- 2 FEB 2012**

A little bit of rock and roll hits Amsterdam’s Integrated Systems Europe as NuVo Technologies, the value leader in whole home audio systems, gives thousands of visitors the chance to become a rock star with the annual guitar giveaway, at NuVo’s stand #1P122.

Every day of the show a lucky attendee will be awarded an electric guitar, manufactured by NuVo’s sister company, the iconic B.C. Rich. The legendary giveaway is both simple to enter and easy win. For a chance to own one of these world-renowned guitars, visitors simply need drop in their business card at the NuVo ISE Stand #1P122. The lucky winners will be announced from a daily draw at 2pm. Attendees must be present at the time of drawing to win.

Known for their cutting edge style, B.C. Rich guitars are created with the highest-quality materials and finest craftsmanship. They are designed for the serious rock enthusiast. B.C. Rich is the brand of choice for many guitar heroes today, including Kerry King of Slayer, Phil Campbell of Motorhead and Jason Krause, the lead guitarist with Kid Rock.

NuVo and B.C. Rich are both part of the Hanser Music Group family of companies and share a passion for excellence in audio.

About NuVo Technologies

Based in Hebron, Ky., just outside of Cincinnati, NuVo Technologies is an innovator in the engineering, manufacture and distribution of multi-room digital audio distribution systems. NuVo focuses just as much energy on its products’ value and ease of use as it does on their quality, design, energy efficiency and engineering, striving for the highest levels in all aspects. NuVo believes the music-enabled home is something that all consumers can achieve and enjoy. Its products can make it happen. Visit NuVo’s comprehensive website at www.nuvotechnologies.com.

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NuVo Releases WA40 Wall Amplifier for Education Market

Wed, 15 Feb 2012 17:12:00 GMT

Next generation system includes higher-powered amp and easier control

Hebron, KY – January 20, 2012 – NuVo Technologies, the award-winning value leader in whole home audio, has announced the release of the WA40, their latest in-wall amplifier for the education market, bringing easy and convenient amplification to the classroom setting.

With touch-button controls for source selection, power and volume, as well as an upgraded 40-watt amplifier, the new generation wall amplifier offers a simple-to-use solution, with ample power, while offering the option of two hard-wired rear source inputs and two additional source inputs on the unit’s front for easy additions to the system.

The MSRP of the WA40 system, which includes its own IR Controller and Speakers, is $299. The product’s US release extends the quality and affordability NuVo is known for beyond home audio, as a perfect fit for any tech-enabled classroom or enclosed listening setting.

For information on NuVo Technologies please visit: www.nuvotechnologies.com

About NuVo Technologies
Based in Hebron, Ky., just outside of Cincinnati, NuVo Technologies is an award-winning innovator in the engineering, manufacture and distribution of multi-room digital audio distribution systems. NuVo focuses just as much energy on its products’ value and ease of use as it does on their quality, design, energy efficiency and engineering, striving for the highest levels in all aspects. NuVo believes the music-enabled home is something that all consumers can achieve and enjoy. Its products can make it happen. Visit NuVo’s comprehensive website at www.nuvotechnologies.com.

Contact:
Caitie Tieman
NuVo Technologies
859-817-7255
ctieman@nuvotechnologies.com

NuVo Taps into Music Roots, Sponsoring Live Performance at CEPro100 Summit

Wed, 16 Nov 2011 18:08:00 GMT

Manufacturer to sponsor “Dinner and a Moving Experience” event, featuring live performance by upcoming artist, Gabe Dixon.

Hebron, KY – November15, 2011 – NuVo Technologies, the award-winning manufacturer of whole home audio systems and components, continues its inherited commitment to music at this month’s CEPro 100 Summit, sponsoring a special dinner event to feature a live performance by rising recording artist, Gabe Dixon.

The evening will allow Summit participants, made up of the CE Industry’s top dealers and manufacturers, further networking opportunities in a relaxed atmosphere, before enjoying a unique concert experience. NuVo, a sister company of Hanser Music Group, enjoys a shared history and shared facility, with such notable musical instrument and amplification brands as Kustom Amplifiers, B.C. Rich Guitars, and Michael Kelly Guitars. A company of musicians and music enthusiasts, NuVo was eager for the opportunity to support a new musician through their involvement with the CEPro 100 Summit.

The concert event will take place Thursday, November 17th, beginning at 8:45 pm for Summit guests and sponsors.

Gabe Dixon’s debut album, One Spark, released in late August, follows a decade of recording with The Gabe Dixon Band. Showcasing broadened talent and voice, Dixon’s solo project is both fresh and emotionally driven. For more information on Gabe Dixon, visit www.gabedixon.com.

For information on NuVo Technologies, please visit: www.nuvotechnologies.com.

For information on the CEPro 100 Summit, please visit: http://www.cepro100summit.com.

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NuVo to Meet with Top Integrators at CEPro 100 Summit

Thu, 10 Nov 2011 20:40:00 GMT

Manufacturer plans exclusive presentations and one-on-one meetings with Industry Elite at Miami event.

Hebron, KY – November 10, 2011 – NuVo Technologies heads to Florida this month as a sponsor for the CEPro 100 Summit, to engage with executives from some of Custom Electronics’ most highly regarded integration companies. The three-day event will feature presentations on the manufacturer’s award-winning product line, including a preview of the upcoming NuVo Wireless Players, as well as direct meetings with the NuVo team.

“The Summit provides a unique opportunity to connect with some of the industry’s most enterprising individuals, and discuss not only what NuVo has to offer, but also delve into the dealer’s needs and project where this industry is headed,” says NuVo President and CEO, David Rodarte. “Meeting in a one-on-one capacity with participants is a great way to really open up the dialogue between manufacturer and dealer. These particular companies have played such a crucial role in the development of the Custom Electronics industry to this point, and are valuable not only as customers, but as partners in creating this industry’s future.”

The CEPro 100 Summit will take place November 16-18, 2011 in Miami, Florida at the InterContinental Miami Hotel. For more details on the Summit, visit: www.cepro100summit.com.

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NuVo Strengthens Team With New Rep Firms

Wed, 09 Nov 2011 16:20:00 GMT

Manufacturer adds experienced firms in the Illinois/Wisconsin region, Michigan, and the Pacific Northwest.

Hebron, KY – October 17, 2011 – NuVo Technologies has announced additions to their sales force, selecting Orion Advanced Marketing in Illinois and Wisconsin, Boyle Sales in Michigan, and Pacific Rim-NW Marketing in Washington, Oregon, and western Idaho and Montana, to serve as new manufacturer’s representatives. Each firm will be representing NuVo’s Concerto®, Essentia®, Simplese® and Renovia® whole home audio systems in their respective regions, as well as the manufacturer’s source equipment, speakers, and upcoming, highly anticipated wireless players.

Kevin Davis, NuVo’s North American Sales Manager, comments, “We're excited to welcome Steve Block and his team from Orion, and Bob Boyle of Boyle Sales, to NuVo. Both of these firms have an excellent reputation for integrity and dependability, and work in a customer-focused manner, operating very much in line with the way that NuVo has always gone to market. I believe both of these firms will be tremendous assets to the NuVo team."

“We are absolutely thrilled to have Pacific Rim-NW Marketing join the NuVo team,” continues Jeff Mahan, Sales Manager for the Western U.S. and Mexico at NuVo. “They have earned a reputation of delivering exceptional value. Focused on excellent customer service, clear communication and product training, Pacific Rim-NW Marketing will immediately strengthen our existing dealer relationships and provide us with new growth opportunities.”

The newly appointed representatives will focus on providing their areas’ CEDIA audio/video integrators, security dealers and custom retailers with an impressive portfolio of products, while also offering consulting, specifying, training, and dealer support focused around the latest custom electronic technologies.

For information on NuVo Technologies please visit: www.nuvotechnologies.com

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NuVo Products Made For Dealers, On Display in Booth #1713

Thu, 03 Nov 2011 23:18:00 GMT

NuVo President speaks to importance of developing products specifically to bring value to the installer.

Hebron, KY – September 9, 2011 – NuVo Technologies (booth 1713), the award-winning manufacturer of high-value home audio solutions, has long professed its commitment to meeting customer needs, pulling from dealer and distributor feedback to generate further innovation. In gearing up for this year’s CEDIA Expo, NuVo’s President and CEO, David Rodarte, discusses innovating to directly address what is important to installers, and the demands of a changing custom install market.

“Often, there are two great instigators of innovation: need and curiosity. NuVo has long been inspired by both to create and develop new, and increasingly efficient, ways of bringing audio home,” says Rodarte.

“Our customers want to deliver the highest value to homeowners, and rely on a secure relationship with an attentive manufacturer to do so,” continues Rodarte. “It’s important that the manufacturer keep them both competitive and profitable with the product offerings provided, and to develop new ways to accommodate current consumer trends. Naturally installers want ease and flexibility in the solutions they work with, for both themselves and the end users. And simple connectivity with the rest of the home is very important, too. Our integration of open platforms, as well as the adoption of streaming online content, have all been in response to customer input. What’s new in our booth in 2011 is no exception, either. In fact, it has been our most rigorously designed product ever, especially engineered to address every one of our customers’ major concerns.”

NuVo’s Booth at Expo offers a first preview of their latest development for multi-room audio, a wireless product set to provide more options for the retrofit market, and expand the available market size, while including substantial profitability for dealers. The product is equipped with features NuVo believes add incredible value to a dealer’s services, while providing connectivity with other whole home devices.

“The dealer counts on us, their trusted manufacturer, to bring forward products that help them continue to be competitive in the marketplace. Knowing that has a huge impact on why we do what we do.”

For more information on the NuVo Technologies, stop by Booth #1713, or visit wwww.nuvotechnologies.com.

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NuVo Hosts First Trainings On Upcoming Product at CEDIA

Thu, 03 Nov 2011 23:10:00 GMT

With multiple free, 90-minute sessions to be held, NuVo Technologies looks to give dealers a first look at what’s next.

Hebron, KY – September 8, 2011 – NuVo Technologies (booth 1713) will offer two free training classes on Friday, with content centered on their newest innovation for multi-room audio. These information-rich sessions will cover various aspects of the manufacturer’s latest development, while speaking to transitions in the industry as a whole.

Course Schedule and Information:

The New NuVo

Friday, September 9^th at 2:00 pm at the Marriot Hotel, Room: Boston.

The product landscape of our industry is changing rapidly. NuVo is at the forefront of this change. Be among the first to learn about the exciting new NuVo wireless multi-room audio system. These exciting new products provide ease of installation, scalability, a rich feature set and audio performance designed for you, the CEDIA installer.

For more information on NuVo Technologies, visit www.nuvotechnologies.com.

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Go from Attendee to Rock Star, With NuVo’s Annual Guitar Give Away

Thu, 03 Nov 2011 23:15:00 GMT

Manufacturer to award edgy B.C. Rich guitar to lucky (and present) attendee, each day of the show.

Hebron, KY – September 8, 2011 – NuVo Technologies (booth 1713), the award-winning manufacturer of home audio solutions, and proud sister company of B.C. Rich Guitars, will continue their musician-supporting legacy with the annual guitar give away at this year’s CEDIA Expo.

They’re a little bit rock and roll. B.C. Rich Guitars (bcrich.com) has a long and proud history of providing iconic electric guitars to rock musicians around the world, and NuVo Technologies is excited to once again deliver a bit of that distinctive flare to three lucky CEDIA attendees. One guitar will be award each day of the show, at 2 pm in the NuVo Booth, #1713.

Registering to win is easy; simply drop in a business card. The drawing is open to show attendees only, and recipients must be present at the time of drawing in order to claim the guitar.

To view the prize guitars, and register to win one, visit Booth #1713.

For more information on NuVo Technologies, visit www.nuvotechnologies.com.

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NuVo Set to Arm Dealers for the Next Generation of Home Audio

Thu, 03 Nov 2011 23:23:00 GMT

Newest innovation from the award-winning manufacturer primed to conquer audio demons

Hebron, KY – August 29, 2011 – NuVo Technologies (Booth #1713), the innovative manufacturer of high-performance, high-value whole home audio systems, will break their nine-month silence on new product at CEDIA Expo 2011 with the launch of their latest multi-room audio solution.

“We’ve been intentionally quiet around the industry so far this year, but have been working harder, smarter, and faster than ever, behind closed doors,” says NuVo President and CEO, David Rodarte. “CEDIA has always been an exciting time for us, to show the line and see our dealers in the flesh, but this year the expo means more than ever. We never stop innovating, and I’m truly thrilled with what our team has developed. I think it’s going to be a tremendous asset to our customers’ businesses, and can’t wait to introduce it to the market at Expo.”

NuVo will be featuring the new product prominently in Booth #1713, while also offering three free trainings during the show for more intimate details and exposure to the product.

To get a little taste for what’s in store, watch NuVo’s “Audio Hunters” at www.nuvotechnologies.com/AudioHunters, and be sure to visit Booth #1713 September 8th.

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NuVo Technologies
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NuVo Adds New Mac Sync Tool for Music Port (MPS4) and Music Port Elite (MPS4-E) Source Components

Thu, 03 Nov 2011 23:19:00 GMT

The award-winning sources now allow for auto-synchronization with Mac-housed content.

Hebron, KY – May 16, 2011 – NuVo Technologies has announced the release of the new automatic Mac Sync tool for their Music Port (MPS4 and MPS4-E) devices, enabling content from iTunes libraries or music folders stored on a Mac computer to be instantly pulled for use with a NuVo whole home audio system.

The easy integration of Mac-stored content without the need of manual transfer furthers the award-winning Music Port series’ promise of accommodation and flexibility, while continuing NuVo’s attention to the needs of their network of authorized dealers and installers.

“We try to equip our dealers with as much built-in ease and variety as possible, hopefully allowing them to address all their customers’ preferences, whether they be about what type of content they enjoy, or simply where they keep their favorite music, while maintaining a simple install.” says David Rodarte, NuVo’s President and CEO. “This variation of our sync tool just continues that effort to consistently provide the greatest advantage of our installers.”

NuVo’s new Mac Sync tool is available through the latest Music Port firmware, version XXXXXX.

All NuVo’s systems, sources, speakers and control options are sold and installed by authorized NuVo Technologies’ dealers only. For information on NuVo Technologies please visit: www.nuvotechnologies.com.

NuVo Technologies Honored With Five 2011 SVI Trade Awards in the United Kingdom

Wed, 14 Sep 2011 14:12:00 GMT

Hebron, KY, April 14, 2011 – SVI magazine has recently announced the winners of their annual trade awards, naming NuVo Technologies' whole home audio products some of the industry's best in an impressive five categories. Award recipients were selected by online votes cast by SVI readers.

NuVo's Music Port (MPS4) brought home Bronze honors in two categories, Best Digital Audio Streamer and Best Media Server. The MPS4, released in early of 2010, launched a new era in NuVo equipment by delivering four simultaneous streams of internet media content to the company's whole home audio systems.

Winning the silver in the Best iPod Dock category, the NuVoDock for iPod is available in multiple versions, which allow users to select and listen to music from their iPod as part of their whole home audio system.

Perhaps their biggest win, NuVo's flagship system, the Grand Concerto, received the Gold for Best Multi-Room Audio System. This is the second year for the luxurious eight source, eight zone distributed audio system to be named the best system in the UK.

NuVo UK and Ireland distributor, Habitech, was named SVI Distributor of the Year for the second consecutive year.

Winning products will be showcased in the May issue of SVI, with an awards presentation to follow at this June's CEDIA Home Technology Event. For a full list of winners and honorees, please visit www.svimag.com.

NuVo Teams up with Momentum Marketing for Growth in South Central Region

Thu, 25 Aug 2011 18:10:00 GMT

Hebron, KY - February 28, 2011 - NuVo Technologies, the award-winning value leader in whole home audio, announces the selection of Momentum Marketing as their new manufacturer's representative firm in Texas, Oklahoma, Louisiana and Arkansas. NuVo's product lines to be represented include the Grand Concerto©, Essentia©, Simplese© and Renovia© whole home audio systems as well as a variety of feature-rich source equipment and speakers.

"We are thrilled to have Momentum Marketing join the NuVo team," says Jeff Mahan, Sales Manager for the Western U.S. and Mexico at NuVo Technologies. "As an up-and-coming firm that provides exceptional service to the custom installer channel, Momentum Marketing offers a fresh, innovative approach that strengthens our existing dealer relationships and provides us with new growth opportunities. Their knowledge and experience is only exceeded by their ambition to become the best in the industry. We are proud and fortunate to have them representing the NuVo line."

Momentum Marketing focuses on serving a territory with over 1500 CEDIA audio video integrators, security dealers and custom retailers with an impressive portfolio of products. Their services include consulting, specifying, training, and dealer support focused around the latest custom electronic technologies.

Hector Mena of Momentum Marketing comments, "NuVo is a perfect fit for Momentum's market strategy. Their commitment to offering the most innovative, quality products along with providing the best dealer support in the industry matches our dedication to excellence. We look forward to a long and profitable relationship."

NuVo Technologies Releases App Version 2.1 for Enhanced iPad Support

Thu, 25 Aug 2011 18:13:00 GMT

Hebron, KY - February 16, 2011 - NuVo Technologies has released version 2.1 of their App for Apple's iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch devices, used for controlling NuVo systems containing their award-winning Music Port components.

This update introduces a new layout, specifically designed to further complement use with the iPad, and downloads free for customers who have previously purchased the App. It continues the convenience of easy, intuitive navigation of the entire NuVo system through a user's iPhone or iPad, but with additional and augmented features, such as:

Stay-connected feature offered for uninterrupted service (when activated on multi-task enabled devices)
Additional search functionality on iPad
Streamlined layout for iPad with single screen access to common features like Zone selection and Now Playing information
Faster response when powering off zones
Added high resolution graphics to support iPhone4 retina display

This update is free to existing App users.

NuVo's universal App is available for $99.00 from the iTunes store, and controls all audio zones. A free Lite version to control a single zone is also available. The App requires Music Port firmware version 3.0-9012.0. NuVo's App will automatically prompt an update of the user's Music Port.

NuVo Offers Additional Control Options for Essentia System

Thu, 25 Aug 2011 18:09:00 GMT

Hebron, KY - February 9, 2011 - NuVo Technologies has announced new compatibility for their dual gang OLED Control Pad and the LCD Color Touch Pad, released last spring, with their award-winning Essentia system. This change continues the manufacturer’s longstanding emphasis on providing flexible whole home audio solutions. The control options, already sold for use with the company’s Grand Concerto and Renovia systems, provide straightforward navigation and browsing by Artist, Song, Album, Genre, or Playlist.

"Opening these control options up for use with the Essentia system is a great new advantage for NuVo installers. We have received numerous requests for this capability and expect that the added flexibility will be a huge benefit to our dealers and their customers," commented David Rodarte, company President and Chief Executive Officer.

NuVo's systems, sources, speakers and control options are all sold and installed by authorized NuVo Technologies' dealers. For information on NuVo Technologies please visit: www.nuvotechnologies.com.

NUVO TECHNOLOGIES HOME AUDIO INNOVATIONS

Thu, 25 Aug 2011 18:12:00 GMT

NuVo Technologies, the value leader in whole home audio, is using ISE 2011 as a platform to showcase key innovations from its market-leading portfolio of products. Taking centre stage are Renovia, the breakthrough whole home audio system based on powerline technology, and the new Music Port Elite (MPS4-E) content aggregator and streaming device with a range of impressive features for dealers visiting the show. Also on display will be the powerful D460 amplifier, the NuVo App for iPhone, iPod touch, and iPad devices, as well as the Single Point In-Wall Stereo Speaker.

NuVo is showcasing the revolutionary Renovia system at ISE 2011. A high-quality, easy-to-install and easy-to-use whole home audio system, Renovia uses a home's existing electrical wiring as the cabling infrastructure for delivering audio and metadata from multiple sources to multiple rooms. Based on HomePlug power line carrier (PLC) technology, Renovia is a high-quality solution with many advantages over traditional systems when being retrofitted. Utilizing a single, centralised hub and then a 50-watt independent zone amplifier for each intended listening area, the system is perfect for homes where cutting into walls would be difficult or impossible, while its modular approach to controllers and sources make it incredibly flexible and fully customizable to meet any customer's needs.

The MPS4-E builds on the success of the MPS4, which began shipping in the Spring of 2010, while adding extra functionality. Like the MPS4, the unit can consolidate, organise, store and distribute PC-based audio content, while also streaming a variety of Internet Radio audio services. One of the new functions, available on the Elite version, is 'cloud synchronisation' which allows users to access libraries of audio content from multiple locations. Content can also be streamed directly from network-attached storage, creating infinite capacity. Dealers will also welcome the addition of IP control protocol that enables pre-built Crestron, AMX, and URC control integration and the ability to place the system on a schedule for use as an alarm clock.

Both the Music Port (MPS4) and new Music Port Elite (MPS4-E) cater for up to 4 simultaneous sources, pooling a home's PC-based audio content, whether in Windows Media Player or iTunes formats, into a comprehensive and easily accessed library, while also allowing for streaming audio from a variety of online services. The MPS4 incorporates a 320 Gb hard drive, while the Elite offers 640 Gb of internal storage on top of network storage access.

Also on display is the new D460 Digital Power Amplifier - a lightweight device that delivers installation versatility in its slim, single rack design and selectable ohm rating (4-8 ohm stable). The 4 x 60 watt amplifier will also satisfy homeowners with ecological concerns, as it offers an exceptionally high operational efficiency rating and keeps energy consumption below one watt in its idle state.

ISE is well-known for its international reach and delegates will be able to preview the wide variety of native language options that NuVo now incorporates into equipment ranges. The Essentia, Grand Concerto, and Renovia systems can be controlled using Czech, Italian, Polish, Swedish, Russian, Spanish, French and German script, as well as English. Furthermore, with simple programming from the installer, homeowners can choose to view metadata from NuVo source components and control the system in these native tongues for complete ease of use.

For more information visit Booth #1L18 at ISE 2011

NuVo Technologies adds resources to innovation team, hires John Minnick as Director of Engineering

Thu, 25 Aug 2011 18:11:00 GMT

Hebron, KY – January 24, 2011 - NuVo Technologies, a leading innovator in whole home audio, has announced the hiring of John Minnick as Director of Engineering. Minnick will lead all product development, as well as product testing, release and support to manufacturing.

"We are so pleased to have John on board," said David Rodarte, NuVo's president and chief executive officer. "His past experience in bringing high-technology products to market will prove an incredible asset as we continue to grow and look towards future innovation. His personal passion for audio makes him a natural fit with our company and our culture. His experience in compressed product development cycles will be a great addition to the creative team."

With over fifteen years of experience in managing product development and manufacturing, Minnick comes to NuVo from WorldSpace Satellite Radio where he held the position of Vice President of Engineering since 2006. Prior to WorldSpace, John worked for such companies as Eastman Kodak, Micros Systems, 3e Technologies International, and Gibson Audio. Throughout his career he has continuously worked to elevate process efficiency and streamline resource management for the successful launching of more than 40 high-technology products in various fields, such as imaging, computers, wired and wireless networking, audio consumer electronics, and consumer digital satellite radio.

"I am very happy to be part of the NuVo engineering team," said Minnick. "I have had a lifelong interest in the music industry and audio technologies, and am looking forward to working with our talented, highly qualified staff to continue the company's reputation for bringing ground-breaking solutions to the CE industry."

Minnick graduated from Youngstown State University with a Bachelor of Engineering degree in Electrical Engineering. He did his graduate work in the Masters of Science program at Rochester Institute of Technology with a major in Electrical Engineering. He will be relocating with his wife, Barbara, to the Cincinnati area.

NuVo Technologies' New Energy-Efficient Four Channel Digital Power Amplifier is Now Shipping

Thu, 25 Aug 2011 17:56:00 GMT

Hebron, KY –December 06, 2010 - NuVo Technologies, the award-winning value leader in whole home audio, has begun shipping the D460 Digital Power Amplifier. The D460 is NuVo's latest offering in the company's growing list of energy-efficient components. Operating four channels at 60 watts each while utilizing less power than a 60-watt light bulb, the D460 Digital Power Amplifier is a versatile choice for a wide array of installations. The D460 complements NuVo's Grand Concerto® and Essentia® whole home audio systems, and is also compatible with third party equipment.

"The D460's combination of four 60W amplifiers in a 1U space, super high efficiency both in operation and in standby, and superb audio quality make it an ideal choice for many applications," says Rick Kukulies, Chief Technology Officer for NuVo. "The D460 is the ideal amplifier for powering zones 7 and 8 for Concerto or adding power to Essentia."

The D460 Digital Power Amplifier offers selectable 4 or 8-ohm impedance and is engineered to deliver outstanding sound clarity and performance while using only 0.35 watts in standby mode and 50 watts in typical use. The D460 is an ideal choice for homes with larger rooms and for outdoor applications. The compact unit weighs just 6.6 lbs. and uses a single-rack space.

The D460 Digital Power Amplifier carries an MSRP of $449, and is the newest component in NuVo's extensive line of distributed audio products. For more information on NuVo Technologies, please visit www.nuvotechnologies.com.

NuVo Technologies begins shipping Music Port Elite

Thu, 25 Aug 2011 17:53:00 GMT

Hebron, KY –December 01, 2010 - NuVo Technologies has announced they have started shipping their Music Port Elite, the company's most anticipated source component and recent winner of CEPro's Best Award during CEDIA expo.

The Music Port Elite (MPS4-E), like its popular sister product the Music Port (MPS4) which began shipping earlier this year, consolidates, organizes, stores and distributes Internet and PC-based audio content from Windows Media Player and iTunes, while also accessing streaming audio from a variety of Internet services, all in one compact component that offers four simultaneous audio outputs. Elite offers the additional features of:

- Cloud synchronization function allowing a user's library of audio content to be readily available from multiple locations.
- Streaming content directly from network-attached storage creating infinite capacity.
- Scheduling ability so that selected music can play at a pre-arranged day/time.
- IP control protocol that enables pre-built Crestron, AMX, and URC control integration.

The Music Port Elite gives the homeowner a single all-inclusive component that gains access to music libraries from a wide variety of sources including music stored on networked computers, free and subscription Internet-based sources like Pandora, Sirius/XM and the 100,000 plus RadioTime stations, and Cloud-based music libraries. The MPS4-E expands the homeowner's options far beyond what's loaded on their iPod® and introduces them to an integrated world of audio choices that combines multiple digital content services and their personal repositories into one single access point for making content more accessible, even beyond their home. The Music Port Elite makes whole home audio more versatile, flexible, functional and modern than ever before.

The Music Port Elite is compatible with NuVo's Grand Concerto, Renovia and Essentia E6G systems, as well as with third party systems. It is priced at $3,499 MSRP. The Music Port Elite and NuVo's entire product line are sold and installed only by authorized NuVo Technologies' dealers. For information on NuVo Technologies and to locate a dealer, please visit: www.nuvotechnologies.com

NuVo Technologies Ships New 7" In-Wall Single Point Stereo Speaker

Thu, 25 Aug 2011 18:04:00 GMT

Hebron, KY –November 17, 2010 - NuVo Technologies, a leading manufacturer of distributed audio systems, has started shipping the company's new 7" Single Point In-Wall Stereo Speaker. The Single Point Speaker is the latest addition to the company's award-winning product line of whole home audio systems and components.

Crafted to guarantee crisp, balanced audio, the Single Point In-Wall Stereo Speaker employs acoustic sloping and a computer-optimized three-way crossover design to deliver a full room of sound from a single component. The speaker utilizes two 2.5" midranges, two .75" inverted-dome tweeters, and a 7" woven fiberglass woofer.

The Single Point Stereo Speaker's overall size (8-7/8" H x 14-1/4" W) makes it a perfect fit into a single stud bay for a quick and easy installation, and the speaker's paintable, microperf magnetic grill blends in easily for the aesthetically conscious homeowner.

The 7" Single-Point In-Wall Stereo Speaker retails for $349.00.

NuVo Technologies offers a wide variety of distributed audio systems, components, control options, and accessories available exclusively through authorized NuVo dealers and distributors. For more information on NuVo Technologies, please visit: www.nuvotechnologies.com.

NuVo Technologies Wins Three Industry Awards at CEDIA

Thu, 25 Aug 2011 18:06:00 GMT

Hebron, KY – October 07, 2010 - NuVo Technologies, a leading manufacturer of distributed audio systems, added three more awards to the company's lengthy list of industry accolades. The awards were given out during the CEDIA Expo in Atlanta earlier this month.

"We are always honored when our products receive industry recognition, and to be presented with awards from three different organizations for a variety of products was especially gratifying," says David Rodarte, president and COO of NuVo Technologies. "NuVo has a very clear vision for the home audio market and the enthusiastic response to our new products signals that the market approves.

NuVo's products took home the following awards:

CEPro Best Accessory Award – Music Port Elite (MPS4-E)
The Music Port Elite is the supreme source component to complement any multi-room audio system, providing access to an entire universe of audio content pulled from the home's network and the Internet, plus cloud synchronization functionality. Offering a sophisticated combination of syncing, streaming, and both internal and network storage, the Music Port Elite distributes and controls a near limitless audio library, for up-to-four simultaneous outputs, with ease.

Residential Systems Resi Award for Best Combined Product Family – Renovia™
Renovia is a complete whole-home audio system utilizing HomePlug 1.0 Power Line Carrier technology to deliver audio and metadata over a home's existing electrical wiring to up to eight listening zones. Designed for the retrofit/remodeling market, Renovia can be installed in just one day with minimum wire pulling and wall cutting.

CustomRetailer Exc!te Award – Freestanding Renovia Amplifier
The Freestanding Renovia Amplifier definitely meets the award's criteria for being an innovative, high-performing and solutions-oriented product. The newest component in NuVo's groundbreaking PLC-based system provides an alternative to the in-wall zone amplifier, eliminating the need for an electrician's assistance and simplifying installation where wall construction makes cutting undesirable or impossible. The amplifier can be placed on a tabletop, in a cabinet or bookshelf, or even installed in the ceiling.

NuVo Technologies Now Shipping New Freestanding Renovia Amplifier

Thu, 25 Aug 2011 18:00:00 GMT

Hebron, KY – October 06, 2010 - NuVo Technologies, a leading manufacturer of distributed audio systems, has begun shipping its Freestanding Renovia Zone Amplifier. This is the latest component for the company's Renovia™ Power Line Carrier-based whole home audio system designed specifically for simple and efficient retrofit installation especially where wall construction makes cutting undesirable or impossible.

"We are very excited to be adding this new amplifier option to the Renovia line, and bringing an even simpler, more adaptable retrofit solution to the market," says David Rodarte, president and COO of NuVo Technologies. "The Freestanding Renovia Zone Amplifier simply plugs in, no electrician required, for a fast, flexible install, no matter the home's age or construction."

Renovia uses standard HomePlug 1.0+ PLC technology to deliver high-fidelity audio and associated metadata from the system's Main Source Hub to the 50-watt Zone Amplifiers located in each of the home's audio zones. The Freestanding Renovia Zone Amplifier can sit on a tabletop, in a bookshelf or cabinet, or even be placed in the ceiling. Installation is so easy most homes are completed in just one day.

The Freestanding Renovia Zone Amplifier is offered at $499.00 MSRP.

NuVo Technologies offers a wide variety of components, control options, and accessories designed specifically to expand and customize the Renovia system. For more information on NuVo Technologies, please visit: www.nuvotechnologies.com.

NuVo Recognizes Distributors from around the World

Thu, 25 Aug 2011 17:50:00 GMT

Friday, September 24, 2010 – Atlanta, GA -- NuVo Technologies recognized four international partners Thursday evening, during the 2010 CEDIA Expo in Atlanta, for their high-quality performance and growth.

President and COO of NuVo Technologies, David Rodarte, comments, "Each of the award-winning distributors has proven an invaluable partner to NuVo, demonstrating incredible loyalty to the brand and standing out with distinction in their efforts to expand the brand within their regions. It is a great honor to meet with them at the CEDIA show each year and show our tremendous appreciation for their business."

The 2010 Rising Star Award recipients included Duoson of Mexico and AVIQ of Poland, acknowledging their substantial growth and development in sales, marketing, and training efforts.

Canseda, NuVo's Swedish Distributor, was awarded Best Case Study, while the United Kingdom's Habitech took home the honor of International Distributor of the Year for top sales and overall excellence in partnership.

"We are fortunate to work with each of these distributors," continues Rodarte, "and we look forward to celebrating further success with them in 2011."

NuVo Accepts Orders for new Freestanding Renovia Amplifier

Thu, 25 Aug 2011 17:47:00 GMT

Atlanta, GA – September 23, 2010 - CEDIA EXPO 2010 - NuVo Technologies, a leading manufacturer in distributed audio, has started accepting orders at CEDIA for the new Freestanding Renovia Zone Amplifier, the latest component for their Powerline Technology-based whole home audio system, specifically designed for simple and efficient retrofit installation.

"The addition of the freestanding zone amp option really takes the ease and flexibility of the Renovia system up to a whole new level. By keeping the amplifier out of the wall, it's a cleaner, quicker process for our installers, and gets a Renovia system up and running, without the need for an electrician onsite," says David Rodarte, president and COO of NuVo Technologies. "We are excited to offer our dealers such a profitable solution that can accommodate even more of the existing home market."

On display at CEDIA in NuVo's Booth #852, the Freestanding Renovia Zone Amplifier is offered at $499.00 MSRP and can be used in combination with the existing Renovia in-wall Zone Amplifier to provide truly custom whole home audio systems for up-to-eight zones. The amplifier will ship before the end of October and orders will be filled on a first-in, first-out basis.

NUVO FREES UP AUDIO INSTALL WITH NEW VERSION OF RENOVIA!

Thu, 25 Aug 2011 17:49:00 GMT

At CEDIA USA 2010, NuVo will be showing their new freestanding form of Renovia - a retrofit whole home audio solution that promises custom installers significant installation benefits over comparative products in the marketplace. By using the home's existing powerlines and eliminating the need for excessive wall-cutting, freestanding Renovia delivers hi-fidelity home audio without any of the disruption associated with a traditional installation. The result is a cleaner retrofit install, for any home environment, and an easier sell for the installer.

NuVo has designed the freestanding Renovia to be an efficient and adaptable retrofit solution that further reduces any cutting into walls or pulling wire, and requires no electrician on site. The system distributes audio and metadata throughout a home using Powerline Carrier technology and features a compact desktop amp that can be kept out-of-sight behind furniture or concealed in the ceiling or cabinets. This enables integrators to provide a great whole home audio solution in previously deemed "uninstallable" situations, such as homes with brick, stone, or concrete walls. The manufacturer's intention of ease-of-install continues with the simple programming consistency that NuVo dealers appreciate. The resulting ability to truly streamline the installation process maximises the potential for increased profitability.

The Renovia system can be used for up to eight zones, each zone using one of NuVo's discreet zone amplifiers, either freestanding or an also available in-wall version and supports a wide variety of sources for up to six audio outputs. The Renovia Hub contains a dual AM/FM tuner as well as dedicated outputs for the Renovia NuVoDock for iPod. And with the Music Port (MPS4 or MPS4-E) component, streaming Internet Radio makes the options for content unlimited. The system can be operated with any combination of NuVo's functional and stylish in-wall or wireless control options for the most accommodating retrofit solution.

NuVo Technologies' Offers Training Classes with iPad Giveaways at CEDIA EXPO 2010

Thu, 25 Aug 2011 18:01:00 GMT

Hebron, KY – September 20, 2010 - CEDIA EXPO 2010 - NuVo Technologies, the leading value manufacturer of whole home audio systems and components, will offer three free training classes, complete with iPad giveaways, at CEDIA Expo in Atlanta, September 23rd – 25th. Also, the company will host its first-ever CEDIA presentation in Spanish. Attendees can register for the training classes online at
www.nuvotechnologies.com/cedia or during the show at NuVo's Booth #852.

Training Class Schedule and Information

Programming your NuVoNet system with the Configurator Software
Wednesday, September 22nd at 2pm in Room A307

The programming software for NuVo's NuVoNet-based systems is an essential tool to completing a successful NuVo installation. This class will review a complete system installation including learning IR with the Learning Station, programming preset macros, assigning sources, setting individual zone parameters, grouping sources, and slaving zones. The complete system is setup using one easy program.

Renovia – The NuVo Retro-fit Solution
Friday, September 24th at 4pm in Room A314

Renovia is NuVo's newest product designed to create robust opportunities for integrators in the retrofit market. In this class we will review online marketing tools created to help promote your company and increase your bottom line, testing a home for compatibility with the Site Analysis Tool, connecting sources to the source hub, and installing a zone amplifier.

NuVo Connectivity
Saturday, September 25th at 10am in Room A307

NuVo communicates well with many non-NuVo products, adding functionality and value for homeowners. This class reviews using a URC MX-500 remote to control a whole NuVo system and view metadata, how to enable whole home paging and doorbell chimes through a NuVo system using products from Viking Electronics, and discussion on various home automation companies compatibility and level of control with NuVo products.

All attendees of the three classes listed above will be entered to win the free iPad given away during each session.

The NuVo Distributed Audio Solution in Spanish
NuVo: la solución en sistemas de audio distribuidos
Saturday, September 25th at 1pm in Room A309

Este taller le ayudará a comprender porque NuVo es la solución en sistemas de audio distribuidos; nuestros sistemas son de alto valor y ofrecen funciones excepcionales. Conozca la propuesta de NuVo: "Bueno, Mejor, Excelente", con la cual abordamos al creciente mercado de distribución de audio. Además, familiarícese con la amplia gama de fuentes de música personal, y de música a través de internet que NuVo le provee con NuVo Net. En este taller, usted podrá tener un vistazo al nuevo y galardonado sistema de NuVo Renovia, el cual está diseñado para funcionar con el sistema eléctrico existente y ofrece todas las posibilidades de audio NuVo en cada zona.

NuVo Technologies Prepares to Rock CEDIA

Thu, 25 Aug 2011 18:02:00 GMT

Hebron, KY – September 07, 2010 – NuVo Technologies, the leading value
manufacturer of whole home audio systems and components, is gearing up for their biggest and busiest CEDIA EXPO yet. NuVo will be rolling out five new products, holding three training classes complete with iPad giveaways and having daily drawings for a B.C. Rich electric guitar during CEDIA EXPO 2010, September 23 to 26, at the Georgia World Congress Center in Atlanta, Georgia. NuVo Technologies invites attendees to visit them in Booth #852 and experience the sound quality, ease-of-use, and next generation technology the brand is known for.

New Products:

Renovia (the freestanding version) - The newest development in NuVo's
groundbreaking Power Line Carrier-based system provides an alternative to the in-wall zone amplifiers, eliminating the need for an electrician's assistance and further opening this versatile retrofit solution up to even more home applications. Utilizing the same HomePlug standard of technology to distribute audio and metadata over a home's existing electrical lines, the Freestanding Renovia employs detached Zone Amplifier modules in each audio zone, simplifying installation where wall construction makes cutting undesirable or impossible. Strategically place the amp on a tabletop, in a cabinet, or even in the ceiling, for more ease and flexibility.

Music Port Elite - NuVo's next generation music portal provides access to a variety of audio sources and formats through a single, easy to install and operate component. With a sophisticated combination of streaming and storing capabilities, including the cloud synchronization function and network storage, the Elite gives nearly limitless audio accessibility. The unit includes pre-built IP control modules for Crestron, AMX, and URC home automation systems allowing programmers to develop custom control applications.

Apple App - NuVo Control: now there's an "app for that." Navigate all the audio
content and capabilities of your NuVo system from your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch. The Apple App is compatible with any NuVo system operating a Music Port (MSP4) or Music Port Elite (MPS4-E) component.

D460 Digital Power Amplifier - The second of our energy efficient digital power
amplifiers, the D460 carries on the NuVo tradition of versatile amplification. Operating at 4 x 60 watts, the unit boasts a light weight and single rack design and is 4-8 ohm stable with selectable ohm ratings.

7 inch In-wall Single Point Stereo Speaker – NuVo's new in-wall stereo speaker is optimized to produce a stereo image from a single speaker component. It employs a three-way design to maintain stereo imaging throughout the critical midrange frequencies, and features a 14" width sized explicitly to fit into a single stud bay, for a quick and simple way to fill a room with audio.

New Features:

Multi-Lingual Controls – To best serve our expanding global client base, NuVo's
controllers can now operate in Spanish, German, French, Russian, Italian, Swedish, Polish and Czech, in addition to English.

NuVo Technologies' Whole Home Audio Systems, components and accessories are sold and installed only by authorized NuVo Technologies' dealers. During CEDIA we invite you to make an appointment to see what's new at NuVo.

NuVo Technologies Now Offers an App for System Control with iPhone, iPad and iPod Touch Devices

Thu, 25 Aug 2011 17:59:00 GMT

Hebron, KY – August 13, 2010 – NuVo Technologies, the value leader in whole home audio, announced that its control application for iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch devices is now available through the Apple App Store.

"NuVo's consistently pursued ways to offer installers flexible systems to accommodate their customers' wants and needs," says David Rodarte, President and COO of NuVo Technologies. "This App follows the example of easy use set by NuVo's in-wall and wireless control options, with an added element of convenience. It's something our dealers have wanted, and we're excited to offer them another selling point."

The NuVo App allows for any NuVo Concerto (I8G), Essentia (E6G), or Renovia system that contains the Music Port (MPS4) or upcoming Music Port Elite (MPS4-E) to be controlled through a homeowner's favorite Apple devices. Users can access and navigate their music library, power on the system, adjust volume, set a music queue, pause or mute, while easily searching by Artist, Album, Genre or Favorites. They can even customizing their Pandora stations. The Now Playing display conveniently shows artist and station information as well as album art. Available audio selections include: iTunes, Windows Media Audio, Pandora, XM (subscription required), SIRIUS (subscription required), and RadioTime.

NuVo's App, available for $99.00 from the iTunes store, controls all audio zones.
A free Lite version to control a single area of the home is also available for download.

Visit NuVo at CEDIA Expo 2010, September 23rd – 26th, in Booth #852 to experience the easy-to-use App and NuVo's other next generation technologies.

NuVo Technologies' Renovia™ Whole Home Audio System wins ESX Maximum Impact Award

Thu, 25 Aug 2011 18:03:00 GMT

Hebron, KY - June 25, 2010 -NuVo Technologies, the leading value manufacturer of whole home audio systems and components, has added another award to Renovia's growing list of accolades. During the Electronic Security Expo in Philadelphia, the Renovia Whole Home Audio System was recognized with a Maximum Impact Award in the Residential Custom Electronics division. The ESX Maximum Impact Awards is the only awards program to critically examine the business impact of a product or service as the foremost criterion.

Renovia is the home audio system designed for the remodeling/retrofit market. Using Power Line Carrier (PLC) technology to distribute audio and metadata over a home's existing AC wiring, Renovia has revolutionized the way custom whole home audio is installed. By eliminating the need to run CAT5 wiring, installation is fast, clean and efficient with the majority of installations being completed in just one day.

Adding to the unique advantages of the Renovia system, NuVo also offers professionally designed, consumer-facing tools, like brochures and presentations, for Renovia dealers to use in their own sales efforts. The online-based customization of these pieces allows installers to obtain sophisticated marketing materials, complete with their own branding, at a fraction of both the monetary cost and time expense.

"Naturally, we're thrilled to have Renovia be recognized as a truly game-changing product by the security industry," said David Rodarte, President and Chief Operating Officer of NuVo Technologies. "For a sector that's already so intimately connected to their customer base, the key is having a product that promises a simple installation, with ready-to-go sales support. Renovia was designed for both, with easy retro-fit integration and an incredible variety of marketing tools available. This system is the total, strategic package for a whole new revue source in the integration/monitoring community."

Renovia means increased opportunity. By rounding out their toolkit with the appealing addition of simple-to-install, simple-to-sell whole home audio, a dealer can easily expand their existing product lines and even gain access to a wide range of new potential clients. Because Renovia is so clean, simple, and quick to install, dealers can confidently take it on large high value jobs, such as MDUs, condominium/loft conversions, commercial projects, and more.

Renovia Whole Home Audio Systems are sold and installed only by authorized NuVo Technologies' dealers. For information on NuVo Technologies, please visit:
www.nuvotechnologies.com

NuVo Technologies Adds Wall-Mounted iPod Dock

Thu, 25 Aug 2011 17:51:00 GMT

Hebron, KY - June 24, 2010 - NuVo Technologies, the leading value manufacturer of whole home audio systems and components, is now shipping the Wall-Mounted NuVoDock, the company's newest member of the NuVoDock for iPod source equipment family. The Wall-Mounted NuVoDock joins the wired and wireless models, giving consumers the ability to locate the iPod dock exactly where it's most convenient, with a sleek design that blends cleanly into any room.

"The new Wall-Mounted NuVoDock makes accessing your iPod's music library and enjoying it through a NuVo Whole Home Audio System as easy as Plug-N-Play," said David Rodarte, President of NuVo Technologies. "The on-wall model gives users the option to locate the iPod dock in a handy location that's + off counters, desktops and away from small children for a clutter-free solution," he added.

Like all of NuVo's iPod docks, the Wall-Mounted NuVoDock uses NuVoNet smart source communication for complete control and navigation from all of NuVo's Control Pads allowing you to browse your entire music library by artist, song, album, genre, play list or favorites. The dock is compatible with a variety of Apple products, including the iPod Touch, and also serves as an iPod Fast Charging Station.

The Wall-Mounted NuVoDock for iPod is compatible with NuVo's Renovia™, Grand Concerto® and Essentia® (E6G) systems. The unit is priced at MSRP $499 and is available from authorized NuVo Technologies' dealers. For information on NuVo Technologies and to locate a dealer, please visit www.nuvotechnologies.com.

NuVo Technologies' Renovia™ Whole Home Audio System is Now Shipping

Thu, 25 Aug 2011 18:02:00 GMT

Hebron, KY - April 12, 2010 - NuVo Technologies, the value leader in whole home audio, today announced their award-winning Renovia Whole Home Audio System has begun shipping. The much-anticipated system makes use of Power Line Carrier (PLC) technology to distribute audio and metadata over a home's AC wiring, providing a simple and efficient retrofit solution for whole home audio.

"Renovia is the culmination of years of thorough industry research, invaluable dealer guidance, innovative engineering and design, and exhaustive testing. The resulting product is a remarkably reliable and adaptable system that can offer whole home audio to the retrofit market like never before," said David Rodarte, NuVo's President and COO. "We are so proud to be offering this product, and all the tools and training to support it, to our industry."

Renovia was created to offer an easy installation for existing homes in a uniquely customizable design. The audio system includes a main Source Hub that supports up to six different source components, up to eight in-wall Zone Amplifiers, and a choice of four feature-rich Control Pads, including a convenient Wireless Control Pad. Renovia lets the homeowner customize their audio sources, ranging from its built-in dual AM/FM/SIRIUS-Ready tuner, to iPods and CD players, to NuVo's versatile Music Port that stores a home's digital music collection and opens up access to streaming audio from internet sources like Pandora®. No other PLC-based system on the market today offers so many components and accessories.

Renovia Tools, Training and Dealer Support Make Retrofit Retro-quick

In conjunction with the Renovia system, NuVo developed the Site Analysis Tool (SAT) to help installers identify the best outlet locations for audio reception in each zone prior to installation. This two-module testing device simulates signals along the home's power lines and is the key to an efficient and successful Renovia installation.

To further prepare dealers and installers for Renovia, this Spring NuVo is offering the Retro-Active Tour, a full schedule of free training classes held in 37 cities across the US. NuVo's education team will be showcasing the SAT testing process, Renovia's installation and configuration, as well as discussing NuVo's new Music Port and Color Touch Pad.

With the move into residential retrofit projects, NuVo has developed a complete program of customizable sales and marketing tools for their dealers. Available online in NuVo's Dealer Resource Center, the professionally designed-templates cover all aspects of new business development, from an introductory letter and sales presentation, to direct mail pieces, van wraps and more.

NuVo Technologies' Retro-Active Dealer Training Tour Hits the Road April 20th

Thu, 25 Aug 2011 18:04:00 GMT

Hebron, KY - April 5, 2010 - NuVo Technologies, the value leader in whole home audio, is gearing up for a second wave of their successful Retro-Active Training Tour this Spring. Kicking off April 20th, this education initiative will hit 37 major U.S. cities before wrapping up in late June.

"Now that Renovia is hitting the market and the opportunity is real, we would be doing our installers a disservice by not offering the Renovia Retro-Active class. This is by far the best way to get to know this amazing system and what it has to offer."

Renovia is the complete whole home audio system NuVo designed specifically for the untapped retrofit/remodel market. The system delivers audio and metadata over a home's existing 110-volt electrical wiring using standard Home Plug 1.0+ PLC technology. By eliminating the need to run CAT5 wiring throughout the home, installation is quick, easy and minimally invasive.

The Retro-Active Tour consists of free, three-hour classes taught by four trainers sharing their expertise of NuVo's newest products. Each class will cover the details of Renovia, including site testing prior to the start of an installation, full system set up and complete configuration. In addition to demonstrating Renovia, time will also be spent showing the extensive capabilities of NuVo's new Music Port and Color Touch Pad, including the streaming of online audio content and channel customization from sources like Pandora.

For full schedule details and registration, plus other great training tools for NuVo products, please visit NuVo Education at http://www.nuvotechnologies.com/training. For more information on NuVo Technologies, please visit: www.nuvotechnologies.com

NuVo Technologies is Now Accepting Orders for Renovia™ Whole Home Audio System

Thu, 25 Aug 2011 17:54:00 GMT

Hebron, KY - April 01, 2010 - NuVo Technologies, the value leader in whole home audio, announced today they are accepting orders for the award-winning Renovia Whole Home Audio System. By employing Power Line Carrier (PLC) technology, Renovia's unique product engineering gives custom installers and distributed audio dealers a powerful new way to access the huge and largely untapped retrofit/remodeling markets.

"The Renovia design team worked closely with a key group of customers that are both electronic system contractors and electricians. Their advice and guidance was pivotal in developing this flexible, affordable and easy system for the retrofit market," said NuVo's President and Chief Operating Officer, David Rodarte. "To help our dealers and installers promote this game-changing product, NuVo has created an extensive Renovia marketing program and Dealer Resource Center packed with selling tools," he added.

About Renovia

Renovia uses standard HomePlug 1.0+ PLC technology to deliver high-fidelity audio and associated metadata over a home's existing 110-volt electrical wiring. With the unique advantage of no home run wiring, installation is easy and minimally invasive with little to no wire pulling and drywall cutting. Most homes can be enjoying the luxury of a sophisticated audio system in just one day.

Renovia starts with the Main Source Hub, which delivers high-quality audio and metadata from up to six sources to up to eight different listening zones in the home. The Source Hub contains a built-in dual AM/FM/SIRIUS-Ready tuner, two dedicated inputs for the Renovia NuVoDock for iPod®, and can support a variety of legacy devices and NuVo's own sophisticated source selections, including the versatile new Music Port. In each room the low profile, in-wall, 50-watt Zone Amplifier is paired with an AC connection for power and communication with the Source Hub. Operating Renovia is easy and intuitive with any of NuVo's feature-rich control options. Fully customize the system to a homeowner's needs by selecting from NuVo's in-wall OLED display Control Pads (available in both single and dual gang sizes), the new Color Touch Pad or the completely portable Wireless Control Pad.

Renovia pricing and availability

Renovia's pricing starts at $4,999 MSRP for a basic 4 zone packaged system, which includes a Source Hub, four zone amplifiers, four E6G OLED Control Pads and a NuVoDock. Additional components and accessories are available for expanding and customizing the Renovia system.

Renovia is scheduled to begin shipping on April 12, 2010.

NuVo Technologies Now Accepting Orders for Energy Star® Qualified Digital Power Amplifier

Thu, 25 Aug 2011 17:57:00 GMT

Hebron, KY - April 01, 2010 - NuVo Technologies, the award-winning value leader in whole home audio, announced is now accepting orders for the first model in a new generation of energy-efficient Digital Power Amplifiers. Operating two channels at 120 watts each, the NuVo D2120 Digital Power Amplifier delivers impeccable sound quality in any situation, including large rooms and outdoor areas, while utilizing less power than a 60-watt light bulb. Designed to complement NuVo's Grand Concerto®, Essentia® and Simplese® whole home audio systems, the D2120 is also compatible with third party equipment.

"The D2120 Digital Power Amplifier has a litany of key features to best serve a variety of applications," said David Rodarte, president and chief operating officer of NuVo Technologies. "As NuVo's third Energy Star Qualified product the introduction of this powerful, highly efficient amplifier underscores NuVo's continuing commitment to developing products that are earth-friendly."

The D2120 Digital Power Amplifier was engineered to deliver outstanding sound clarity and amazing energy-efficiency. Offering selectable 4 or 8-ohm impedance, the D120 demonstrates true performance versatility and its easy compatibility makes it a true go-to option for almost any audio installation. Housed in a light weight, single-rack unit, the D2120 uses only 0.35 watts in standby mode and 50 watts in typical use.

The D2120 Digital Power Amplifier carries an MSRP of $449, and is expected to begin shipping April 12th. For more information on NuVo Technologies, please visit www.nuvotechnologies.com.

NUVO TECHNOLOGIES' ISE STAND SHOWCASES NEW COLOUR TOUCH PAD, music port, RENOVIA SYSTEM AND DIGITAL POWER AMP

Thu, 25 Aug 2011 17:56:00 GMT

Hebron, KY – NuVo Technologies, the value leader in whole home audio, launches its new Music Port and Colour Touch Pad at this year's Integrated Systems Europe 2010, while also inviting visitors to witness its game-changing Renovia whole-home audio system in full operation. NuVo's new, low-energy Digital Power Amplifier is also exhibited at the show.

"ISE provides us with a great platform for introducing a multitude of exciting new products" says David Rodarte, president and chief operating officer of NuVo Technologies. " Our music port, the Colour Touch Pad, and the new Digital Power Amplifiers will elevate the whole home audio experience for dealers and their customers. They also set the scene for the launch of our groundbreaking Renovia system which will dramatically expand the whole home audio market for everyone's benefit. 2010 is set to be a significant year of growth for NuVo and its dealers throughout Europe".

NuVo's new Music Port provides up to 4 simultaneous sources, pooling a home's PC-based audio content, whether in Windows Media Player or iTunes formats, into a comprehensive and easily accessed library, while also allowing for streaming audio from a variety of online services. The Music Port incorporates a 320 Gb hard drive and is the ideal auto synchronisation tool for music on a home network. Compatible with NuVo's Grand Concerto, Essentia E6G, and Renovia systems, the Music Port allows any and all networked, compatible computers to become conduits to music through automatic syncing and full system control via the user-friendly, browser-based client software.

Complementing the music port, the new Colour Touch Pad features a vivid, full colour 3.6" touch LCD display, for intuitive and stunningly attractive control, extending not only the same easy navigation as NuVo's other control options, but also affording the unique advantages of displaying album art and providing customisation of personal stations with online radio. NuVo's Colour Touch Pad also offers the additional benefit of zone-to-zone audio control and includes four backlit buttons for fast access to basic system commands.

Scheduled for European launch in 2010, Renovia is a high-quality, easy-to-install and easy-to-use whole home audio system that uses the existing electrical wiring in a home as the infrastructure for delivering audio and metadata from multiple sources, to multiple rooms. Based on HomePlug powerline carrier (PLC) technology, Renovia will offer integrators an exceptional whole home audio solution which is much easier than traditional systems to install in solid wall construction. Visitors to NuVo's booth can see how Renovia's form factor allows for a more universally applicable and efficient installation, enabling dealers to deliver a reliable and profitable whole home audio solution to more homes in less time.

Also, on show is NuVo's Digital Power Amplifier, available first quarter of 2010. This new, lightweight product presents dealers greater installation versatility with a slim, single rack design and selectable ohm rating (4-8 ohm stable). The new 2 x 120 watt amplifier will also appeal to homeowners with ecological concerns, offering an exceptionally high operational efficiency rating and keeping energy consumption below 5 watts in an idle state. A second 4 x 60 watt version is set to be available later in 2010.

NuVo is supporting its participation at ISE with dedicated free dealer training on Friday 5th February. Two half-day courses will be on offer covering the company's Grand Concerto, Essentia and NuVoNet products (morning session) and on Renovia, the Music Port and Colour Touch Pad (afternoon session). To find out more information and reserve a place,visit www.nuvotechnologies.com/prozone.

NUVO TECHNOLOGIES INTRODUCES NEW music port

Thu, 25 Aug 2011 17:19:00 GMT

Hebron, KY – NuVo Technologies, the value leader in whole home audio, has started accepting orders for its new music port. This latest innovation consolidates digital audio content from different networked computers in the home into a single, easy to navigate library, whilst also offering the capability to stream audio from online sources into a home's multi-room system.

"The Music Port is a significant new addition to the NuVo Technologies' whole home audio eco-system" says Chief Technical Officer, Rick Kukulies. "In an age when many homeowners and their families are seeking to access digital content from a variety of disparate sources, this exciting product provides a streamlined approach to music, bringing choice, convenience and better control within everybody's reach".

The Music Port aggregates, organises, stores and distributes digital audio content (MP3, M4A, WMA and WAV) whilst making it much easier to enjoy music throughout the house. It auto-synchronises audio content from selected PC's in the home and brings them into one comprehensive and seamless library.

With its internal 320GB hard drive, the Music Port can store literally tens of thousands of tracks. It also enables the streaming of music directly into a home's audio system from over 100,000 Internet Radio stations through the use of RadioTime and other online services. The unit features four independent stereo RCA audio outputs, allowing it to stream audio content and stored music files as up to four sources for NuVo's Grand Concerto, Renovia or Essentia E6G whole home audio systems..

Installation is a simple process. The Music Port is a single-rack space unit connected over CAT5 to the NuVo system using the NuVoNet communication protocol and, via the unit's RJ45 Ethernet port, onto the home network. Dealers simply open up the music port's Remote Configuration Tool to set up the unit.

Once the Music Port is installed and configured, digital audio content, complete with full metadata display, can then be browsed and accessed through NuVo's in-wall and wireless Control Pads. Or, for the utmost in user experience, NuVo's recently launched Colour Touch Pad (compatible with NuVo's Grand Concerto and Renovia systems) can bring additional control advantages, such as, Album Art display and the customisation of personal presets through RadioTimes' 100,000+ stations.

The Music Port can also be controlled using one of the home PC's on the network. The unit's RS232 connection allows any network-connected computer's web browser control over audio zones, source selection and music library access through an attractive and intuitive client interface. Serial control commands can also be sent to the NuVo system from a third party home automation system, such as, AMX or Crestron.

NuVo will be supporting the launch of the Music Port with free dealer training on Friday 5th February immediately following the ISE show in Amsterdam. A half-day course will be on offer for the Music Port and the Colour Touch Pad, as well as Renovia (afternoon session). To find out more information and reserve a place, visit www.nuvotechnologies.com/prozone.

NUVO'S NEW COLOUR TOUCH PAD BRINGS STATE-OF-THE-ART CONTROL TO WHOLE-HOME AUDIO

Thu, 25 Aug 2011 18:07:00 GMT

Hebron, KY – NuVo Technologies is now accepting orders for the new Colour Touch Pad, delivering stylish, versatile and user-friendly control for its top of the range Grand Concerto and award-winning Renovia whole-home audio systems.

The Colour Touch Pad is a sleek, full colour 3.6" touch screen LCD display, capable of providing individual zone or whole home control of a property's audio system. It offers full metadata display and specific control of a range of NuVo sources in a system, including the NuVoDock for iPod, the T2 series of tuners and the new Music Port (MPS4).

Working with the new music port, the Colour Touch Pad provides additional control advantages. The Music Port consolidates digital audio content from different networked computers in the home into a single, easy to navigate library, whilst also offering the capability to stream audio from online sources into a home's NuVo multi-room system. The Colour Touch Pad will display metadata received via the Music Port and show Album Art on its colour display. It also provides unique customisation for online radio stations..

The touch-screen itself is very simple to navigate, utilizing a range of intuitive menu options, which makes it quick and easy to browse and access content, or change between sources, channels and zones. It also features four hard buttons for commonly used functions (power, home, volume up and volume down). An IR pass-through on the product gives users the option of controlling operation via a remote device.

Designed to be recessed into the wall, the Colour Touch Pad is straightforward to install.

NuVo will be supporting the launch of the Colour Touch Pad with free dealer training on Friday 5th February immediately following the ISE show in Amsterdam with a half-day course on the new Music Port and the Colour Touch Pad, as well as Renovia (afternoon session). To find out more information and reserve a place, visit www.nuvotechnologies.com/prozone.

Scheduled for European launch in 2010, Renovia is a high-quality, easy-to-install and easy-to-use whole home audio system that uses the existing electrical wiring in a home as the infrastructure for delivering audio and metadata from multiple sources, to multiple rooms. Based on HomePlug powerline carrier (PLC) technology, Renovia will offer integrators an exceptional whole home audio solution which is much easier than traditional systems to install in solid wall construction. In September 2009, Renovia secured a coveted CEDIA US Manufacturers Excellence Award in the Best New Products category.

Grand Concerto is an elegant, six-source, eight-zone whole home audio system that combines NuVo's proven performance and the industry's most innovative technology. It provides 80 watts of power per zone to create the NuVo signature sound - impeccably crisp and clean at any volume.

WIN A FANTASTIC B.C RICH GUITAR COURTESY OF NUVO TECHNOLOGIES

Thu, 25 Aug 2011 18:08:00 GMT

Hebron, KY – Integrated Systems Europe is getting ready to rock! In keeping with tradition, NuVo Technologies, the value leader in whole home audio, is giving visitors the chance to win a superb electric guitar manufactured by its sister company B.C. Rich on every day of the event.

To stand a chance of taking home one of these world-renowned guitars, all attendees need to do is to leave their details in a special business card drop at the NuVo ISE Stand #11E43. A draw will then be held at 2.30 PM on the Stand on each day of the show (Tuesday 2nd February, Wednesday 3rd February and Thursday 4th February) to find the lucky winner. On the day entrants must be present at the appointed time on the Stand to ensure that they walk away with their prize, if and when their name is selected.

Known for their cutting edge style, B.C. Rich guitars are created with the highest-quality materials and finest craftsmanship. They are designed for the serious rock enthusiast and B.C. Rich is the brand of choice for many guitar heroes today, including Kerry King of Slayer, Phil Campbell of Motorhead and Jason Krause, the lead guitarist with Kid Rock.

NuVo and B.C. Rich are both part of the Hanser Music Group family of companies and share a passion for excellence in audio.

NuVo Technologies Appoints ANSR as Sales Representatives for Northern California and Northern Nevada Regions

Thu, 25 Aug 2011 17:52:00 GMT

Hebron, KY – January 20, 2010 – NuVo Technologies, the award-winning value leader in whole home audio, announces the selection of Associated Network Systems Representatives (ANSR) as their new manufacturer's representative firm in northern California and northern Nevada. NuVo's product lines to be represented include the Grand Concerto®, Essentia®, Simplese® and the soon-to-be-released Renovia® whole home audio systems as well as a variety of feature-rich source equipment and speakers.

"We are absolutely thrilled to have ANSR join the NuVo team," says Jeff Mahan, Western Regional Sales Manager for NuVo. "As one of the largest and most prestigious representative firms in the country, ANSR not only offers a knowledgeable and experienced sales staff but also provides unique services and connections to ensure their dealers' success. We feel fortunate to have them representing the NuVo line."

ANSR, established in 2003 as a division of Associated Lighting Representatives, focuses on serving over 600 CEDIA audio video integrators and custom retailers with an impressive portfolio of products. Additionally, ANSR maintains long-term relationships with the leading residential and commercial specification communities and educates architects, builders, and interior designers on the newest custom electronic technologies. By working further "upstream" in the design and implementation process, ANSR has been very successful at identifying and creating business opportunities.

Shanell Mora of ANSR comments, "Because of NuVo's quality, value and dealer support, we consider it a perfect fit with our market strategy. NuVo's approach to customer service with their dealers and their market ideals are in synergy with ANSR's market philosophies. Customer service has been a core belief of our company for nearly 50 years."

NuVo Technologies Now Accepting Orders for New Music Port and Color Touch Pad

Thu, 25 Aug 2011 17:58:00 GMT

Hebron, KY – January 18, 2010 – NuVo Technologies, the award-winning value leader in whole home audio, is now taking orders for two important new components for their whole home audio systems. The Music Port is a versatile source component that consolidates a home's PC-based audio content from both Windows Media Player and iTunes while also accessing streaming audio from a variety of free and subscription Internet services. When paired with the new Color Touch Pad, a home's music collection takes on a vibrant look with the 3.6" full-color touch display.

"The music port, and its natural connection to the Color Touch Pad, really accommodates the modern music-lover," said David Rodarte, president and chief operating officer of NuVo Technologies. "Streaming audio content caters to the eclectic listener by offering variety in a fast, easy way, while digital audio files on a PC provide truly customized collections for an individual's listening tastes. NuVo strives to innovate and design products that really deliver on 'My music, my way.' These two new offerings are the truest example of just that."

Music Port (NV-MPS4)
An audiophile's dream-come-true, the Music Port automatically gathers all audio from a home's network (stored in any combination of MP3, WMA, M4A, and WAV formats), merges it into a complete music library and stores everything on the 320GB internal hard-drive. With the capability to archive thousands of songs and the ability to access Sirius/XM radio, Pandora and RadioTime, a listener's choices expand exponentially.

The incorporation of the Music Port into a whole home audio solution offers not only a simplified approach to seemingly infinite audio options, but also enhances the control of a NuVo system. The eye-catching and easy-to-use interface of the Music Port client software enables control of the audio system through the web browser of any network-connected computer. With four audio outputs, the NV-MPS4 can serve up to four sources in a NuVo Grand Concerto, Essentia or Renovia multi-room audio system.

NuVo Technologies Appoints ANSR as Sales Representatives for Northern California and Northern Nevada Regions

Thu, 25 Aug 2011 17:51:00 GMT

Garden Grove, CA, January 13, 2010 — Public Communications Worldwide, one of the oldest independent public relations and marketing communications firms in California, is proud to announce that it has been selected as United States Agency of Record by NuVo Technologies, a leading manufacturer of whole home audio systems. The firm will increase awareness and drive sales of NuVo Technologies' products nationally through strategic counsel and targeted media relations.

"In looking for an agency we wanted a national partner who could build on our success within the traditional home audio markets and expand our media coverage into new markets, including the end consumer," stated David Rodarte, president of NuVo Technologies.

NuVo, based in Hebron, Kentucky, focuses as much energy on its products' value and ease of use as it does on quality, design, energy efficiency and engineering; striving for the highest levels in all aspects. The value leader in its category, NuVo believes the music-enabled home is something that all consumers can achieve and enjoy. Its products do make it happen. Visit NuVo's comprehensive website at www.nuvotechnologies.com

"NuVo is a well respected brand in the audio video industry, and one that we feel privileged to be associated with," said Susan van Barneveld, president of Public Communications Worldwide. "We look forward to developing and implementing communications strategies that address the unique challenges of the US market."
About Public Communications Worldwide (PC/W)

Public Communications Worldwide, now in its 51st year, is recognized as one of the oldest independent public relations and marketing communications firms in California. It offers a portfolio of products and services that encompasses the full scope of client needs in the fast-paced 21st century. Its trademark of traditional PR and marketing techniques coupled with new media initiatives has resulted in numerous prestigious awards and consistent recognition as a public relations-industry leader. PC/W has a strong client base in the consumer electronics, aerospace and defense, high technology, manufacturing, Internet, mobile and green initiatives arenas.

It currently services clients globally in the U.S., Asia, Europe and the Middle East. PC/W is headquartered in Garden Grove, California, and is affiliated with firms around the world. For more information, visit its website at www.pc-w.com.

NuVo Technologies Welcomes 21st Century Distributing as Newest Authorized Distributor

Thu, 25 Aug 2011 18:05:00 GMT

Hebron, KY – January 12, 2010 – NuVo Technologies, the award-winning value leader in whole home audio, announces the addition of 21st Century Distributing as the newest authorized distributor of NuVo products. 21st Century has more than 25 years experience in audio/video and electronics distribution. The company is stocking NuVo's complete product line at its warehouses in Garner, North Carolina (just south of Raleigh-Durham), Charlotte, North Carolina, and Atlanta, Georgia, giving NuVo's qualified dealers and installers in the Southeast region convenient and fast product delivery.

"As we continue to offer new and compelling product options, we saw the need to expand our distribution coverage to accommodate the growing interest in NuVo," said NuVo's Eastern Regional Sales Manager, Kevin Davis. "21st Century Distributing is an outstanding company well known for great customer service, and I'm confident they will prove to be an exceptional fit for NuVo," he added.

"21st Century is pleased to add NuVo's award-winning whole home audio systems to our product line. NuVo's Grand Concerto®, Essentia®, Simplese® and Renovia® systems deliver high value, quality whole home audio at an affordable price. This meshes perfectly with 21st Century's reputation of stocking top brand name audio/video electronics at reasonable prices," stated Carlene Fox, General Manager of 21st Century Distributing.

NuVo Technologies Promotes Two

Wed, 24 Aug 2011 18:24:00 GMT

Hebron, KY - October 21, 2009 - NuVo Technologies, the value leader in whole home audio, has promoted two current employees to elevated positions of responsibility. The growing manufacturer named Chris Westfall, previously Vice President of Sales, USA, to head sales on a worldwide basis as Vice President, Global Sales. In addition, company veteran Desiree Webster was promoted to Marketing Manager.

"Since he arrived at NuVo last year, Chris Westfall has been a dynamic force in the marketplace on our behalf, particularly in terms of laying the groundwork for our upcoming Renovia whole home audio system for the retrofit marketplace," said David Rodarte, president and chief operating officer of NuVo. "We are thrilled that Chris will now be heading sales on a global basis."

Westfall has significant international experience. He previously managed international marketing and branding for consumer products company TIGI International, where he directed cross-functional teams in the U.S. and England, and developed a cohesive global strategy for the company's distributors around the world. Westfall will emphasize NuVo's outreach to Europe, Latin America and Asia.

"Desiree Webster," continued Rodarte, "has ably taken the reins of our marketing and advertising efforts, which are now more important than ever for our company as we seek to dramatically expand the NuVo brand and support our growth plans in 2010 and beyond."

Webster, who joined NuVo in 2005, has already played a crucial role in developing the brand and building the company's leading identity in the marketplace. Now from her position as manager, she will lead NuVo's marketing efforts to maximize the visibility and awareness of NuVo, and of whole home audio, especially with consideration to the newly available retro-fit market.

NUVO TECHNOLOGIES WINS PRESTIGIOUS CEDIA MANUFACTURERS' EXCELLENCE AWARD FOR SECOND CONSECUTIVE YEAR

Fri, 26 Aug 2011 14:37:00 GMT

Hebron, KY – September 23, 2009 – NuVo Technologies, the value leader in whole home audio, proudly announces that it has won a CEDIA (Custom Electronic Design & Installation Association) Manufacturers' Excellence Award for the second consecutive year.

Out of hundreds of entries and 30 finalists, NuVo's groundbreaking Renovia whole home audio system was one of a select 10 entries named Best New Product. The award for Renovia, presented at CEDIA EXPO 2009 in Atlanta earlier this month, follows last year's Best New Product Award for NuVo's Essentia E6G whole home audio system. NuVo was one of only two repeat winners for Best New Product this year.

Both NuVo products recognized by CEDIA are leading the custom installation channel in exciting and lucrative new directions: the retrofit/existing homes market and energy-efficient offerings.

"We are truly honored to receive our second consecutive Best New Product Award from CEDIA," said David Rodarte, president and COO of NuVo. "The anticipation and sincere enthusiasm surrounding our new Renovia system was palpable in our booth and throughout the trade show floor during CEDIA EXPO. It was clearly evident that this is exactly the type of product for which installers have been waiting. Essentia E6G, for its part, has been a huge hit with our dealers this year, recognized globally both for its overall quality and its greener approach. To receive this acknowledgement from our extremely discerning industry validates our vision that the whole home audio category can expand far beyond where it is today."

Renovia is a high-quality, easy-to-install and easy-to-use whole home audio system that uses the existing electrical wiring in a home as the infrastructure for delivering audio and metadata from multiple sources to multiple rooms. Based on industry-standard HomePlug power line carrier technology, Renovia represents a breakthrough in that it enables custom installers to bring whole home audio to the retrofit/existing homes market much more easily than ever before. Until now, installers needed to cut holes in drywall and pull Cat-5 cabling throughout the home—a messy, costly, time-consuming proposition for both the installer and the homeowner.

The CEDIA Manufacturers' Excellence Award caps a year of accolades for NuVo. In March, NuVo won Mark of Excellence Platinum Awards from the Consumer Electronics Association for Best Green Product, Service or Corporate Policy and Best Wireless Product (for its Wireless Control Pad). At CEDIA EXPO 2009, in addition to its CEDIA Manufacturers' Excellence award, Renovia also received a CE Pro BEST (Best Electronic Systems Technologies) Award, and NuVo received a CustomRetailer EXC!TE Award.

"It's been a great year for our growing company and emerging brand, and we expect 2010 will bring even better news for our dealers and end users," said Rodarte.

NuVo Technologies Announces Pricing and Specifics of Renovia Whole Home Audio System

Thu, 25 Aug 2011 18:17:00 GMT

Atlanta, GA - CEDIA EXPO 2009 - September 10-13 - Hall C Booth 1965 - NuVo Technologies, the value leader in whole home audio, announces this week that its game-changing Renovia whole home audio system will ship this fall. In addition, for the first time, NuVo is detailing Renovia specifications and pricing.

Renovia will provide NuVo dealers with an invaluable opportunity to build robust business far beyond the new construction market (where whole home audio sales traditionally have been generated) by enabling them to deliver a reliable and profitable system based on HomePlug Power Line Carrier (PLC) technology to the largely untapped retrofit/existing homes market.

"NuVo believes every household can and should have a quality whole home audio system, no matter if the home is a new build or a retrofit," said David Rodarte, president and chief operating officer of NuVo Technologies. "Renovia brings that vision closer to reality than ever before."

System Architecture

Dealers who have installed NuVo's Grand Concerto and Essentia E6G systems will immediately feel comfortable with the Renovia system architecture. Like NuVo's other systems, all audio sources (save for any NuVoDock iPod docks placed around the house) are centralized. The Renovia Source Hub (NV-RVM) accepts six sources, including NuVo's terrestrial and satellite radio tuners (including a built-in AM/FM/SIRIUS-ready dual tuner), NuVoDock iPod docks, NuVo's new music port, and legacy devices like CD players. The Renovia Source Hub provides a maximum of 12 listening zones in a home.

Unlike NuVo's Grand Concerto and Essentia E6G hubs, from which CAT5 and speaker wire must be run to each zone, the Source Hub simply plugs into an AC outlet. From there, using Home Plug PLC technology, audio and metadata is transmitted to each zone over the home's electrical wiring. In each zone, the Renovia audio and metadata is received and adapted by a NuVo Zone Amplifier (NV-RVZA50S), which fits in a split-design dual-gang wall box and consists of two components: a power supply and an amplifier. An electrician is required to complete the AC connection on the power supply. The Zone Amplifier connects to architectural or freestanding speakers in the room using speaker wire, providing 50 watts of output.

To provide the integrator and the end user with the most flexibility possible, user control in each zone is not built into the Zone Amplifier. Instead, Renovia offers a wide choice of control options, including NuVo's in-wall Grand Concerto and Essentia E6G OLED Control Pads, the new in-wall NV-CTP36 Color Touch Pad, or the recently introduced, completely portable Wireless Control Pad.

Renovia has been designed for minimal architectural and interior design impact in each zone. The Zone Amplifier sports a clean, low-profile cover and, because user control is not part of the device, it can be discreetly placed near an existing wall outlet behind furniture.

Site Analysis Tool

The great majority of residential electrical systems will be able to accommodate Renovia and its HomePlug PLC technology. However, some older electrical systems may not be up to the task, or the presence of electrically noisy and disruptive devices in a home might compromise Renovia's signal integrity. To help the integrator know what to expect of a home's electrical infrastructure before closing the sale and before installing a Renovia system, NuVo will offer dealers its two-piece Renovia Site Analysis Tool (NV-RVSAT).

Much like an integrator would never travel to a job site involving CAT5 wiring without a CAT5 tester, Renovia dealers will feel confident about each installation because of the Renovia Site Analysis Tool. Without this PLC tester to provide valuable feedback on the robustness and stability of a home's electrical infrastructure in all relevant rooms, an integrator would risk installing a whole audio system that might not work properly, or up to the dealer's or homeowner's standards.

The NuVo Site Analysis Tool enables the integrator to test a home's electrical lines for unusual noise or poor signal strength occurrences. It comes in a blow-molded case and consists of two units: the NV-RVSAT-H, which tests the location where the Source Hub would be placed, and the NV-RVSAT-Z, which tests each location where a Zone Amplifier would be placed. Also included are four NuVo HomePlug filters.

Each testing unit features a clear and easily readable OLED display, along with an "OK" button, a "Menu" button and scroll up and down buttons. The integrator simply plugs the SAT-H unit into a receptacle intended for use as the hub location. When turned on, the unit emulates data and music signals and broadcasts them over the home's electrical wiring. The integrator then goes to each proposed Zone Amplifier location and plugs in the SAT-Z, which receives and evaluates the signal from the SAT-H. A grade will display on each tester's screen to indicate the transmission quality.

Based on this feedback, the integrator can determine at a glance if any unusual environmental issues or disturbances exist at each location. In the vast majority of homes, a reading of "Excellent" or "Good" will be delivered, meaning conditions are in place for an easy install. In the rare case of a lower grade that indicates issues at a particular outlet, further evaluation may be required. NuVo will provide documentation on possible causes of these issues, and how to best navigate around them. NuVo also will offer a simple, inexpensive HomePlug filter that can isolate noise generated by a connected appliance or electrical device on an outlet from Renovia communications.

"The Site Analysis Tool is another example of how Renovia is much more than an ordinary product rollout; it's a new way of doing business," said Rodarte. "The Site Analysis Tool and other resources we will provide will help our dealers bring Renovia to potentially millions of existing homes across America."

Dealer education and tools

NuVo has established a dealer-focused microsite that educates and informs integrators about Renovia technology, subsystems and installation: www.nuvotechnologies.com/zebra. To further support dealers and to develop consumer awareness and excitement, NuVo will launch consumer-focused advertising, marketing and public relations efforts for Renovia this fall.

NuVo also recently unveiled an expanded Dealer ProZone, including new features that specifically help with selling Renovia. Additionally, NuVo will educate dealers on how to better sell and market Renovia, whole home audio and their services in general in order to reach out to markets beyond new construction and the referral business that has fueled the CEDIA market for years.

"Not only will we provide our dealers with a revolutionary, high-quality product, but we will also educate them on how to sell and market Renovia and themselves to a whole new market," said Rodarte.

Why Renovia will greatly expand the market for Whole Home Audio

Due to the challenges of installing whole home audio in existing homes, many dealers until now have limited their whole home audio pitching to new builds only, where they have easy access to open walls. Renovia provides integrators with a much less invasive, much easier-to-install whole home audio solution for existing homes than has ever existed. Renovia does not require home-run CAT5 wiring; instead, it utilizes the home's existing electrical system to transmit audio and metadata. As a result, the costly, messy and usually unprofitable task of patching holes in drywall will disappear. As an added benefit for dealers, customers will have more money left over to spend on additional equipment and services.

The Renovia system is not an extension of NuVo's current Grand Concerto and Essentia E6G systems, but a standalone system entirely of its own that has been built from the ground up. Renovia's design, engineering and development has been greatly enhanced by input and feedback from a trusted NuVo Dealer Advisory Board, which has worked closely with NuVo engineers from the inception of Renovia's development to ensure Renovia is a reliable, user-friendly and installer-friendly system that delivers the quality and reliability NuVo dealers expect. All told, Renovia underwent more testing than any NuVo product has ever endured.

Renovia pricing and availability

The NV-RVM Source Hub is $1,999 each MSRP. The NV-RVZA50S Zone Amplifier is $499 each MSRP. A Renovia-specific iPod dock, the NV-RVIPD NuVoDock, is $249 each MSRP.

Renovia is also available as a packaged system, including in-wall system controllers. The NV-RVMS4-E6 package ($4,999 MSRP) consists of one NV-RVM, four NV-RVZA50S units, four Essentia E6G OLED Control Pads, and one NV-RVIPD. The NV-RVMS4-I8 package ($5,499 MSRP) consists of one NV-RVM, four NV-RVZA50S units, four Grand Concerto OLED Control Pads, and one NV-RVIPD.

Renovia will be available in the fourth quarter of 2009.

NuVo Unleashes the Warbeast at CEDIA EXPO 2009

Fri, 26 Aug 2011 14:45:00 GMT

Hebron, KY - August 12, 2009 - The Warbeast will be unleashed at CEDIA EXPO 2009! NuVo Technologies, the value leader in whole home audio, will give away one B.C. Rich Trace Warbeast guitar AND one Warbeast replica controller for the Guitar Hero® and Rock Band® games to a lucky winner each day at its CEDIA EXPO Booth 1965 in Atlanta next month.

Winners will be announced at NuVo's booth at 3:00 p.m. each day on Thursday, September 10; Friday, September 11; and Saturday, September 12. A guitar also will be awarded on Sunday, September 13, at 1:00 p.m. To win, attendees must submit a business card at the NuVo booth and must be present at NuVo's booth at the specified times when the winners are announced.

The stunning B.C. Rich Trace Warbeast (valued at $500) is a striking six-string constructed of basswood with an onyx finish, bevel top and B.C. Rich die-cast tuners. Special features include an ebony fretboard and black chrome hardware.

Specs and other info for the Trace Warbeast can be viewed at www.bcrich.com/warbeast_trace.asp. Information and video about the replica controller can be viewed at http://www.bcrich.com/warbeastController.asp.

NuVo Technologies and B.C. Rich Guitars, owned by NuVo's sister company, Hanser Music Group, share a passion for excellence in audio. This marks the fifth consecutive NuVo guitar give away at CEDIA EXPO.

NuVo Technologies Hires Jeff Mahan as its new Western Regional Sales Manager

Thu, 25 Aug 2011 22:28:00 GMT

Hebron, KY - August 6, 2009 - NuVo Technologies, the value leader in whole home audio, announced today that it has hired an accomplished industry veteran, Jeff Mahan, as its new western regional sales manager.

Mahan comes to NuVo from Exceptional Innovation, maker of the Life|ware digital entertainment and automation solution, where he served first as national sales manager and subsequently as director of sales. From 2004 to 2006, Mahan was regional sales manager for Colorado vNet, a manufacturer of home automation and distributed A/V systems. Prior to his work for CEDIA industry manufacturers, he spent a decade in electronics retail with specialty chain Ultimate Electronics, serving as a sales executive, store manager and finally a store general manager.

Overall, Mahan's career experience includes five years of managing indirect and field channel sales in the CEDIA market, eight years in leadership management positions, and 14 years of specialization in high-end home electronics and custom integration sales and design. In his prior positions, Mahan worked on numerous NuVo installations, including the 2009 New American Home project in Las Vegas, and is familiar with the company's products and philosophies.

"Jeff has established himself as someone who brings a great work ethic and integrity to our business," said Chris Westfall, NuVo's vice president sales, USA. "He is an outstanding fit both for our culture and for our future."

Mahan is a resident of the Denver area, where he lives with his wife and four children. He will maintain his office in the Centennial State.

"NuVo is a fantastic organization with reliable products that are easy to use and profitable for the dealer, and its customer service is second to none in the industry," said Mahan. "I'm excited about the products we're launching this fall, especially the Renovia power line carrier solution, which will open up a huge new revenue opportunity for our dealers by enabling them to retrofit high-quality whole home audio into any existing home, multi-dwelling unit or small business. Best of all, I can reconnect with a number of old friends, including some of the industry's best dealers and representatives."

Plug In to the Mainstream

Fri, 26 Aug 2011 15:09:00 GMT

from customretailer.net

A/V solutions based on powerline carrier technology aren't new, but the quality of service from the HomePlug Powerline Alliance changes the game.

Did you ever think it would be possible to send music and metadata over the electrical lines in an existing house? Would you believe that throughput of over 20Mbps would be possible over those powerlines? Believe this: It's right around the corner and, if you'll pardon the pun, it could transform your custom business to serve the enormously untapped retrofit/existing homes market.

You might be skeptical about this powerline technology, especially if you've had experience with X10. Do yourself a favor, though, and check into what the HomePlug Alliance is doing. This is not X10—far from it. From its inception in 2000, the HomePlug Alliance has focused on one main goal: to use existing powerlines to transmit audio, video and data perfectly. That means no errors. No jitter. No pixilation.

Retrofit & HomePlug: Perfect Alliance

Today, over 165 HomePlug Alliance-certified products are on the market. The Alliance's test results consistently exceed throughput expectations, so the quality issue has been addressed. If you still have doubts about quality, visit www.homeplug.org and read the white papers and test results for yourself.

Later this year, you'll be able to transmit audio and metadata from multiple sources to multiple zones over powerlines. The best of these solutions will not be retail/DIY; they will be pure custom and will require some high-voltage expertise as well. Usually, installation of these solutions will take a day instead of a week; those reduced timeframes are achievable because the powerlines are your home-run wires. Sound interesting?

New construction is in a coma. Retrofit is where the opportunity is. Prepare for this market shift, for closed-wall retrofit using existing electrical wires for transport. Make sure your business isn't left behind as the custom market comes out of its trance, awakened by this new in-home technology solution over powerlines.

Here's the rub, though: Your sales process needs to adapt to this new retrofit opportunity.

Getting Ready for HomePlug

The retrofit market demands, above all, ease of installation. HomePlug delivers "easy" to the homeowner. If price and quality are equal, ease of installation wins. "Easy installation" wins even if it's more expensive, because consumers will pay for convenience. If your solution is easiest, it's not really a fair fight. You can command higher profit margins and service more clients.

What's easy about HomePlug? Installation time is greatly reduced. There is much less risk to the fireplace, or to the wainscoting, and it doesn't matter that there's no attic or convenient place to run wires.

Today's luxury homeowners are hungry for new (but proven!) technology. They have been putting off good-sized purchases for several months, and now are looking for ways to quietly and inconspicuously spend on themselves, and on their lifestyles.

They're also looking to "nest", to spend more on their existing homes rather than purchase new ones, or even take on major remodeling projects. Your client won't buy the new house, or the $70,000 car, or take on the complete kitchen re-do, but what about an investment in their existing home—maybe an add-on to their home theater, or a simple multi-room audio solution? That's an idea that's far less costly, but still delivers that feeling of "I'm treating myself right!"

Custom A/V can be a great substitute for another purchase that's been put on hold. You will close more deals if the solution is quick, affordable and easy. And if you have your processes in order, you'll see the kind of profit margins that will make a difference. After all, "affordable" only makes sense when it's combined with "profitable"!

Selling the Powerline Retrofit Story

HomePlug technology provides new ways for homeowners to listen, watch and live. You are the expert, the magician, the one who will enable each homeowner to get the latest and greatest with minimal pain and hassle by using the existing electrical wires within the home.

Just think: What is the value of a solution that can be installed in a day or two, instead of a week or two? What's the value to your business and to your employees to install on Monday and get a check on Wednesday?

Don't forget, though: quality still matters, as does integrity, especially from a manufacturer. We have all seen manufacturers sell a dream, and then leave it to you to make it real—or to live the resulting nightmare. Demand more from your manufacturer partner. Make sure you choose ones that have proven they will stand behind your business.

So get ready for this coming revolution. Adapt. Prepare. Make sure you're ready to capture the retrofit market, because it's already starting to turn toward these HomePlug Alliance solutions.

Clinging to yesterday's business model won't bring back yesterday's revenues. Change your approach and establish a new path to profitability with HomePlug. CR

NuVo Technologies Recaps Spring Education Tour, Announces CEDIA Education Dates

Thu, 25 Aug 2011 17:15:00 GMT

Hebron, KY - July 23, 2009 - NuVo Technologies, the value leader in whole home audio, announced today that its Spring 2009 Know H.O.W. (Hands-On Workshop) education and training tour of 21 U.S. cities is now successfully completed. NuVo trainers educated more than 400 dealers and installers during the tour, which moves on to Australia, Canada and Europe over the coming months.

Trainings during the spring U.S. tour were divided into two types that suited the needs of both existing and new dealers and installers. A full-day course covering the entire product line was provided for dealers and installers new to NuVo, while a half-day advanced class afforded experienced NuVo installers the opportunity to get hands-on experience with new products without sitting through material they already knew.

"In keeping with our emphasis on high value, NuVo focuses its trainings on small class sizes and a practical approach that respects the students' time," said Marc Raab, NuVo's national training manager. "The classes on our Know H.O.W. Tour were full product trainings as opposed to marketing seminars. We offered dealers and installers extensive hands-on experience with our products."

NuVo also revealed today the launch of training programs for its retrofit-friendly Renovia whole home audio system. Shipping this fall, Renovia will use Power Line Carrier (PLC) technology to enable installers to provide whole home audio over a home's existing electrical wiring.

Renovia training will begin with free 90-minute certification classes at September's CEDIA EXPO in Atlanta. The classes will provide students an up-close look at the Renovia system, from the NV-SAT site analysis tool to the full integration of the NuVo suite of audio sources. Students will learn about Renovia installation and configuration as well as the value it can bring to their installation businesses. The classes will be held in Room A306 at the Georgia World Congress Center on Friday, September 11, from 10 a.m. to 11:30 a.m., and from 4:00 p.m. to 5:30 p.m.; and Saturday, September 12, from 2 p.m to 3:30 p.m.

Renovia training dates will continue to be added. Dealers can check on the latest dates any time via the NuVo ProZone at http://www.nuvotechnologies.com/training09

Nuvo Technologies Announces Licensing Agreement with Sonance

Fri, 26 Aug 2011 14:44:00 GMT

Hebron, KY - July 15, 2009 - Dana Innovations, parent company of Sonance and iPort, today announced a licensing agreement with NuVo Technologies, the value leader in whole home audio systems. Under the terms of the agreement, NuVo will license Dana Innovations' unique iPod-integration technology.

NuVo will use the technology to introduce a new On-Wall NuVoDock for use with its whole home audio systems. A formal product release is targeted for the U.S. CEDIA EXPO in September 2009.

"We are pleased to welcome NuVo as the latest iPort technology licensee. This continues to make iPort innovation available to more customers seeking an iPod control solution," said Ari Supran, chief operating officer at Dana Innovations.

Dana Innovations' patented iPort design and technologies encompass docking structures which are able to accept the full range of Apple iPod models, delivering full control including audio playback and song selection through a multi-zone audio system.

"The NuVo license with iPort is the fourth license of the iPort trademark and technology and further validates iPort as the clear market leader for iPod docking innovation," added Supran.

NuVo currently offers two tabletop iPod docks, called NuVoDocks, for use with its whole home audio systems. The $399 NV-RIPS Remote NuVoDock for iPod System is hard-wired to the NuVo system; the $699 NV-WIPS offers wireless connectivity to the NuVo system. The upcoming on-wall NuVoDock that will result from today's agreement will have an estimated retail price of $499.

"I have always admired Sonance's sensitivity to design, and really appreciate the chance to work with them on such a creative and consumer-sensitive solution," said David Rodarte, president and chief operating officer of NuVo Technologies. "Our customers have frequently requested an on-wall form factor for NuVoDock. We believe this terrific solution will further increase consumer awareness and desire for whole home audio systems."

NUVO TECHNOLOGIES' STAR PRODUCTS

Fri, 26 Aug 2011 14:37:00 GMT

Hebron, Kentucky – March 30, 2009 – NuVo Technologies has added to its energy efficient product line with another system being awarded the 'ENERGY STAR' rating. This puts the high quality, affordable audio company amongst just a few other companies with the same accolade.

NuVo's Essentia delivers the startlingly clear sound of NuVo from up to six different sources, and to six different listening zones in the house. It's diverse, expandable, and surprisingly affordable. And now, Essentia is the first whole home audio system to earn the Energy Star logo – consuming less than 1 watt of power while in standby mode.

"We believe as well as the high quality we can offer with our products, energy efficiency is something that cannot be underestimated," says David Rodarte, President and Chief Operating Officer for NuVo Technologies, "at NuVo, we are a leading innovator in multi-room audio, so not only are our products highly affordable, increasingly, we believe they will become the eco-choice for consumers. Our aim is to get ENERGY STAR rating on even more of our products in the future."

Like the Essentia E6G system, the NV-T2DAB and NV-T2FAM deliver a major breakthrough in standby mode energy consumption by using less than one watt of power. Following in the energy efficient footsteps of NuVo's Essentia E6G system, the NV-T2DAB and NV-T2FAM have both qualified for ENERGY STARS. This accolade ensures consumers are aware they're buying an energy efficient product, something which is becoming a popular customer trend.

Based in the Cincinnati, Ohio metropolitan area in northern Kentucky, NuVo Technologies creates very high value for your money, high quality audio solutions which are world renowned for their reliability, simplicity and great performance. The industry's best engineering and production talent is behind the development, design and manufacture of the company's Simplese, Essentia E6G and Grand Concerto systems, plus is supported with a wide array and growing list of different types of source equipment that are designed to meet the unique needs and preferences of the user. The company's products are available to dealers throughout EMEA via an extensive distribution network sales managed by the company's International Sales Manager, George Gavutis. NuVo Technologies is part of the Hanser Music Group - for more information on NuVo Technologies, go to www.nuvotechnologies.com.

NuVo Technologies' NV-E6G Essentia Whole Home Audio System won the 2008 Manufacturers' Excellence Award at CEDIA Expo in Denver this year.

NUVO TECHNOLOGIES GAINS FOUR AWARDS IN ONE WEEK

Thu, 25 Aug 2011 18:54:00 GMT

Hebron, Kentucky – March 16, 2009 – To cap off what has already been an awards packed six months for NuVo Technologies, the company has added two awards from the Electronic House Expo (EHX) in the US as well as a further two accolades from the UK's SVI magazine.

NuVo had cause to celebrate last week when SVI revealed NuVo Technologies had won 'Best DAB' for the NuVo T2 DAB, as voted for by fellow members of the home automation industry. Nuvo's UK distributor, Habitech, also scooped an award in the same scheme, collecting 'Best Distributor'.

During the same week the company picked up platinum awards – the highest CEA accolade there is – at EHX in the US for 'Best Wireless Product' for the NV-WCP Wireless Control Pad and Best Corporate Green Policy, for the company's green practices.

There were several finalists in each category jostling for recognition, plus a 'gold' winner for each category but it was NuVo crowned with two first places.

"We're thrilled by the recognition these awards, and the others we've gained over the past six months or so, have given us," says David Rodarte, President and Chief Operating Officer of NuVo Technologies, "it's incredible we are now getting global recognition for various products and it's great to get our UK distributor recognised. If the next six months are as award filled as the last few have been, we're going to need a bigger cabinet!"

Over the last six months, NuVo has won three awards with it's Essentia E6G, whole home audio product. NuVo has notched up - Most InAVative Audio Product for Residential Use (Non Loudspeaker); the 2008 CEDIA US Manufacturers' Excellence Award for Best New Product and the 2008 Product of the Year Award from Electronic House (a US magazine).

NuVo Technologies' NV-E6G Essentia Whole Home Audio System won the 2008 Manufacturers' Excellence Award at CEDIA Expo in Denver this year.

NUVO TECHNOLOGIES OUTLINES NEW EDUCATION AND SERVICE INITIATIVES

Fri, 26 Aug 2011 14:30:00 GMT

Hebron, KY – March 4, 2009 – Multi-room audio manufacturer NuVo Technologies today outlined a wide variety of new education and service offerings for its dealers. These new programs deliver additional value to NuVo dealers and end users during a period when time and resources are at a premium.

"A growing number of custom installation firms and their clients are gravitating to NuVo because of our strong value proposition," says David Rodarte, president and chief operating officer of NuVo. "Our mix of outstanding features and performance with reasonable pricing is winning us fans and market share. The new education and service initiatives we're announcing today further bolster our standing as the true value leader in this category."

The new education and service offerings include a nationwide training tour with new advanced classes for established NuVo dealers, enhancements to NuVo's Web-based training, and extended service hours.

The NuVo Know HOW Hands-On Workshop Tour 2009 kicks off in Columbus, Ohio, on March 24, and ends on June 17 with classes in Houston and Providence, R.I. All told, the tour will visit 21 metro areas, up from 14 in 2008. For a full schedule, see http://www.nuvotechnologies.com/training09.

New on this year's Tour in most stops is a choice between a $79 Know HOW Complete course and a $39 Know HOW Advanced course. The eight-hour Complete course, designed for dealers and installers who are new to NuVo, provides complete knowledge of NuVo products, installation and programming; students earn NuVo Platinum Certifications. The new three-hour Advanced course, created for experienced dealers and installers who are already NuVo Certified, offers an in-depth look at recent additions to the NuVo product line, as well as tips and tricks designed to help students step up their games in the field.

All Know HOW classes earn valuable CEDIA CEU (Continuing Education Unit) credits and offer hands-on experience with real NuVo products. They are limited to 16 seats, so early registration is encouraged.

In addition to the Know HOW Tour, NuVo is offering trainings at this year's Electronic House Expo in Orlando. Dates and times can be found at http://www.nuvotechnologies.com/ehx.htm.

NuVo has also enhanced its convenient online education services for dealers. NuVo University has been revamped with new interactive Flash-based training modules. NuVo's interactive live Web trainings continue, but past trainings are now available in a new Training Archive. Interested parties can access these Web-based services by signing up for the NuVo ProZone at http://www.nuvotechnologies.com/prozone.

Finally, NuVo recently expanded its telephone service hours. The toll-free number now operates Monday through Friday from 8:00 am to 9:00 pm ET.

"With integrators' time and resources more precious than ever, NuVo wants to be as flexible as possible to meet our growing dealer base's needs," says Steve Horton, NuVo's director of education. "This unprecedented combination of in-person and web-based training, as well as expanded service hours, demonstrates our full commitment to our dealers, their end users and the marketplace in general during these difficult times."

EUROPE EMBRACES NuVo TECHNOLOGIES' INNOVATIONS

Thu, 25 Aug 2011 18:15:00 GMT

Hebron, KY – February 17, 2009 – NuVo Technologies, is celebrating following its award-winning visit to ISE in Amsterdam.

NuVo Technologies, the leader in good value, complete, easy to install and use whole-home audio systems, unveiled a series of innovations tailored specifically for the European market at the show. The company kicked off its week in Amsterdam by winning the top prize in the Most InAVative Audio Product for Residential Use (Non Loudspeaker), with their entry of the Essentia E6G in the InAVate Awards.

"We had a hugely successful visit to ISE. Our win in the InAVate Awards set the perfect tone for the show. It followed on the heels of similar success in the 2008 CEDIA Awards in Denver, ensuring that Essentia is recognised across four continents as the best whole home audio system in its category, " explains David Rodarte, President and Chief Operating Officer at NuVo Technologies. "Meanwhile, visitors to our Stand at ISE warmed to the European focus of our products and the unique value proposition which NuVo provides."

The Essentia E6G and Grand Concerto systems were popular fixtures of the NuVo stand, attracting interest from visitors from across Europe, Russia and the Middle East. The language support now offered for the two systems was particularly well received, giving homeowners the option of viewing menu options and controlling the system in a variety of languages including Spanish, French, German, Russian and English.

Another star of the NuVo stand was the Wireless Control Pad, which created a real stir with dealers and distributors. The Control Pad is an exciting new option for user control of NuVo's Grand Concerto and Essentia E6G multi-room audio systems, as well as the sources attached to them, such as satellite and terrestrial radio tuners, music servers, PCs and iPods. The small, sleek Wireless Control Pad features a 1.6-inch OLED screen, and is roughly five inches long, two inches wide and less than an inch thick, making it about the size of a smartphone.

Based in Hebron, Kentucky near Cincinnati, NuVo Technologies creates products which are unique due to their value for money and incredible high quality, which is why these audio solution are world renowned for their reliability, simplicity and great performance. The industry's best engineering and production talent is behind the development, design and manufacture of the company's Simplese, Essentia E6G and Grand Concerto systems, plus is supported with a wide array and growing list of different types of source equipment that are designed to meet the unique needs and preferences of the user. The company's products are available to dealers throughout EMEA via an extensive distribution network sales managed by the company's International Sales Manager, George Gavutis. NuVo Technologies is part of the Hanser Music Group—for more information on NuVo Technologies, go to www.nuvotechnologies.com.

NuVo Technologies' NV-E6G Essentia Whole Home Audio System won the 2008 Manufacturers' Excellence Award at CEDIA Expo in Denver this year.

THREE NuVo technologies TUNERS EARN THE energy star®

Fri, 26 Aug 2011 15:10:00 GMT

Hebron, KY – February 10, 2009 – Multi-room audio manufacturer NuVo Technologies has been informed that three of its tuners have earned the coveted ENERGY STAR®. A joint program of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE), ENERGY STAR helps Americans save money and protect the environment through energy efficient products and practices. The tuners that have earned this distinction are the NV-T2SIR Dual SIRIUS-Ready AM/FM Tuner, NV-T2FAM-EX Dual AM/FM Tuner, and NV-T2DAB Dual Digital Audio Broadcast (DAB) AM/FM Tuner.

The NV-T2SIR is available in North America; the NV-T2FAM-EX and NV-T2DAB are available in Europe. Their ENERGY STAR qualifications denote that they exceed the program's requirements for standby power consumption of less than one watt. The products additionally meet all RoHS (Restriction of Hazardous Substances) requirements, which restrict use of six major harmful substances—lead, mercury, cadmium, hexavalent chromium (chromium xxx or Cr6+), polybrominated biphenyls (PBB) and polybrominated diphenyl ether (PBDE), all of which are deemed toxic to the earth and humans.

The three tuners join NuVo's Essentia E6G six-source/six-zone multi-room audio system in earning the ENERGY STAR®. In 2007, NuVo's Essentia E6G became the first multi-room audio system to receive this honor. NuVo continues to evaluate all of its products as they come to revision for their ability to likewise become ENERGY STAR® qualified.

"NuVo is extremely honored to receive the ENERGY STAR for three of our most popular tuners," said David Rodarte, president and chief operating officer of NuVo. "Our energy-efficient, environmentally-friendly product development, combined with our systems' unmatched price/performance, is truly resonating with installers and consumers in today's value-focused marketplace."

NuVo's drive for ENERGY STAR® qualification was inspired by an ENERGY STAR® report that found that use of consumer electronics products is responsible for more than 25 percent of household electricity consumption—a number only expected to rise. Many end users are unaware that home electronics products use significant amounts of energy even when they're "off" in standby mode to power features like clock displays and remote controls. Electronics products that have earned the ENERGY STAR®, such as NuVo's three tuners and its Essentia E6G system, meet the strict energy efficiency guidelines set by the EPA and DOE by using as much as 60 percent less energy to perform standby functions, while providing the same performance at the same price as less-efficient models.

NuVo's commitment to energy efficiency and environmental consciousness is evident across its entire product line and is an integrated component of its corporate philosophy. The OLED displays it uses in its Control Pads consume less energy than comparable LCD devices. Its use of Class D digital amplification and digital power supplies further reduces its energy consumption and footprint, making the products more convenient to implement for NuVo's installers. NuVo's packaging policy dictates removal of all non-compliant materials from its packaging configurations, thus reducing its use of non-environmentally friendly materials.

NUVO SUCCESS AT INAVATE AWARDS 2009

Thu, 25 Aug 2011 18:15:00 GMT

Hebron, Kentucky - 3 February, 2009 – NuVo Technologies is celebrating following the company's success at the InAVate Awards in Amsterdam, Holland.

The InAVate Awards took place on Monday 2 February in Amsterdam and NuVo Technologies walked away with the top prize in the Most InAVative Audio Product for Residential Use (Non Loudspeaker), with their entry of the Essentia E6G.

"We were up against some tough competition but we've known for a long time how great the Essentia is, so we were thrilled to hear the judges felt the same way," says David Rodarte, President and Chief Operating Officer of NuVo Technologies, "NuVo Technologies has long admired the European Union for its unique taste for clean, smart design as well as its love of incorporating that into technology, it has been a true delight to develop products into this market. An award of this calibre is truly a compliment to the entire NuVo Team".

NuVo's award-winning, energy star certified Essentia E6G system is a diverse, expandable, and affordable six-source, six-zone system. The main amplification unit can supply 40 watts to each zone, which can be extended to 12 with the system expander, delivering precise, high quality sound throughout the home. It also includes a state of the art power supply to minimise energy consumption and the risk of heat-related equipment failure. Essentia E6G is the first whole-home audio system to earn the coveted Energy Star logo in the US – consuming less than one watt of power while in standby mode.

NuVo Technologies' NV-E6G Essentia Whole Home Audio System won the 2008 Manufacturers' Excellence Award at CEDIA Expo in Denver this year.

NuVo technologies' wireless control pad is now shipping

Wed, 24 Aug 2011 18:38:00 GMT

Hebron, KY – January 27, 2009 – NuVo Technologies announced today that its eagerly anticipated Wireless Control Pad is now fully shipping. The Wireless Control Pad is an exciting new option for user control of NuVo's Grand Concerto and Essentia E6G multi-room audio systems, as well as the sources attached to them, such as satellite and terrestrial radio tuners, music servers, PCs and iPods.

The Wireless Control Pad enhances the existing NuVo system control options available to dealers and end users: NuVo's hard-wired, in-wall OLED (Organic Light-Emitting Diode) Control Pads and web browser-based control via NuVo's Music Port. The Wireless Control Pad in particular is an attractive solution for retrofit environments where homeowners want to limit the architectural or interior design impact of multi-room audio installation. Dealers also can revisit existing customers with the Wireless Control Pad, enabling them to easily expand control of their already-installed NuVo systems.

The sleek, palm-held Wireless Control Pad features a 1.6-inch OLED screen, and is roughly five inches long, two inches wide and less than an inch thick, making it about the size of a smartphone. A user can take the Wireless Control Pad (along with his or her favorite music) anywhere in the home—the breakfast table, the couch, the kitchen, outdoor areas, or anywhere in-wall Control Pads aren't conveniently accessible—and easily select music or sources on a NuVo multi-room audio system. The Wireless Control Pad also receives metadata and operational feedback from the sources connected to the NuVo system.

"Our new Wireless Control Pad enhances our Grand Concerto and Essentia E6G whole-home audio systems with new levels of controllability and versatility," said David Rodarte, NuVo Technologies' president and chief operating officer. "Our preview of this technology at CEDIA EXPO 2008 generated significant excitement among our installing dealers. Now that it's available, the Wireless Control Pad will open up substantial new possibilities and applications for our installers, particularly in the retrofit market and in their existing customer bases."

The Wireless Control Pad breaks the previous paradigm of "one in-wall Control Pad per each audio zone." It can roam from zone to zone in a NuVo system (although it can be permanently tied to a single zone if preferable), and it is particularly compelling as a way to extend NuVo control to the backyard, by the pool or grill, or to any other indoor or outdoor location on a property where an in-wall Control Pad can't be effectively or conveniently mounted.

It also is a sensible alternative for rooms where it is impractical or impossible to install in-wall Control Pads—for example, where stucco, concrete, brick or rock walls exist, or where barriers make it difficult to string wire between the room in question and the NuVo audio distribution amplifier. Before the arrival of the Wireless Control Pad, such rooms often would be ruled out as potential audio zones.

The device also is ideal for the homeowner who, for cosmetic reasons, may not wish to have in-wall Control Pads in every room. Because it doesn't require cutting into a wall and pulling wire like an in-wall Control Pad would, the Wireless Control Pad particularly can enhance the appeal of installing a new multi-room audio system in an existing home.

The system consists of three components: the Wireless Control Pad itself, a Network Coordinator and a Charging Dock. The Network Coordinator acts as a bridge between the Wireless Control Pad and the hard-wired NuVo whole-home audio network (NuVoNet), to which it connects via CAT-5. Up to five Wireless Control Pads can communicate with one household Network Coordinator via the IEEE 802.15.4 radio frequency (RF) standard. The tabletop Charging Dock, which plugs into the home's electrical system, recharges the Lithium Polymer battery of the Wireless Control Pad, which holds 10 hours of continuous operation charge. An additional Network Coordinator can also be purchased for larger home installations.

The device features motion-sensitive operation. If it hasn't been moved or touched for a brief time, the Wireless Control Pad goes into power-conserving standby mode according to the user's programmed preferences. When the user picks it up or touches it, the device automatically turns on; there is no need to press a "power-on" button or any other buttons.

Unlike other wireless home entertainment interfaces, the Wireless Control Pad's functions are simple, specific and secure. It does not provide audio playback, and it is not a paging or intercom device. It does not use Wi-Fi and cannot connect to or access a home network or the internet, which provides dealers and homeowners increased peace of mind about the security of both the NuVo system and the home network.

The Wireless Control Pad's clean and modern design neatly reflects the NuVo multi-room audio system's purity of sound. When placed in the Charging Dock, the two forms join together to form a unit that exists in harmony with stylish home décor.

The Wireless Control Pad (including Network Coordinator and Charging Dock) is now available for $799 MSRP. Additional standalone Wireless Control Pads (with Charging Docks), which leverage the initial Network Coordinator, are $599 MSRP each. Additional Network Coordinators for large properties are $199 MSRP.

NuVo TECHNOLOGIES EXPANDS EUROPEAN OPPORTUNITY FOR HIGH QUALITY WHOLE HOME AUDIO SOLUTIONS

Wed, 24 Aug 2011 16:30:00 GMT

Hebron, KY – December 15, 2008 – NuVo Technologies, the leader in affordable, complete, easy to install and use whole-home audio systems, will unveil a series of innovations tailored specifically for the European market, on Stand #1L113 at ISE 2009. Significant developments on show in the company's successful Essentia E6G and Grand Concerto suite offerings include recently launched DAB and FAM dual tuners, country specific keypad designs and newly extended system support for four major European languages.

"Custom installers across Europe can capitalise on the high margin opportunities for whole-house audio only if manufacturers provide them with systems that appeal strongly to their customers, explains David Rodarte, President and Chief Operating Officer at NuVo Technologies. "We are taking this clear message out to the industry with our biggest ever presence at ISE 2009. This event provides the perfect platform for our game-changing product range that's purpose designed to satisfy local preferences and help European dealers grow their audio business."

Introduced at the show will be Russian language support for NuVo's Essentia E6G and Grand Concerto whole-home audio systems. With simple programming from the installer, homeowners can choose to view menu options and control the system in Cyrillic script for complete ease of use. Other language formats currently available include Spanish, French, German and English. NuVo has plans to roll out further European language support over the next 18 months.

Visitors to booth #1L113 can also see NuVo's single rack NV-T2DAB dual tuner, which receives FM and DAB broadcasts simultaneously. The tuner's signals can then be distributed throughout a home using NuVo's Essentia E6G or Grand Concerto whole-home audio systems. A further significant feature is metadata display. As with all NuVo music source equipment, the two output DAB tuner displays metadata on NuVo display pads, which is not possible with freestanding DAB devices nor available as a feature in equipment provided by other distributed audio manufacturers.

In another move to support European growth, NuVo will showcase its new style, in-wall control pads, featuring low energy, OLED (Organic Light Emitting Diode) screens complete with a range of faceplates designed to meet individual country sizes and tastes across the region. Also on display will be a new, hand-held Wireless Control Pad, allowing remote control of Essentia E6G and Grand Concerto systems and sources complete with metadata

ISE visitors will also have the chance to take a closer look at NuVo's new Music Port. This allows multiple sources of music to be managed from anywhere in the house via a simple user interface. When paired with the Grand Concerto or Essentia E6G system, the Music Port works together with the home network to turn a dedicated host PC into a music server with up to six sources of music running simultaneously. Any and all of networked or client PCs can become conduits to music, whether held in iTunes, Windows Media Player, or any other player.

NuVo's award-winning, energy star certified Essentia E6G system is a diverse, expandable, and affordable six-source, six-zone system. The main amplification unit can supply 40 watts to each zone, which can be extended to 12 with the system expander, delivering precise, high quality sound throughout the home. It also includes a state of the art power supply to minimise energy consumption and the risk of heat-related equipment failure. Essentia E6G is the first whole-home audio system to earn the coveted Energy Star logo – consuming less than one watt of power while in standby mode.

Grand Concerto is an elegant, six-source, eight-zone whole home audio system that combines NuVo's proven performance and the industry's most innovative technology. It incorporates an innovative capacitive touch Interface and provides 80 watts of power per zone to create the NuVo signature sound - impeccably crisp and clean at any volume. The system also comes with a built-in infrared receiver designed to block adverse interference from plasma displays, sunlight, or fluorescent lighting. Both Grand Concerto and Essentia systems work with NuVo's hard wired whole-home audio network – NuVoNet – which enables all of the company's systems to talk to each other across the property.

Based in Hebron, Kentucky, NuVo Technologies creates value for money, high quality audio solutions which are world renowned for their reliability, simplicity and great performance. The industry's best engineering and production talent is behind the development, design and manufacture of the company's Simplese, Essentia E6G and Grand Concerto systems, plus is supported with a wide array and growing list of different types of source equipment that are designed to meet the unique needs and preferences of the user. The company's products are available to dealers throughout EMEA via an extensive distribution network sales managed by the company's International Sales Manager, George Gavutis. NuVo Technologies is part of the Hanser Music Group.

NUVO TECHNOLOGIES HIRES NET ENFORCERS TO FURTHER CLAMP DOWN ON FRAUDULENT INTERNET SALES OF ITS PRODUCTS

Wed, 24 Aug 2011 16:46:00 GMT

Hebron, KY – December 2, 2008 – NuVo Technologies, an innovator in the engineering, manufacture and design of multi-room audio systems, today announced that it has retained the services of Net Enforcers, Inc., to monitor online sales of its products.

"Our contracting of Net Enforcers, a proven leader in online brand protection, is the latest component of our comprehensive campaign to eliminate fraudulent internet sales of our products," said Chris Westfall, NuVo's vice president of sales, USA. "With Net Enforcers' help, we will provide an even higher level of reassurance, support and protection to legitimate NuVo dealers who abide by the rules."

Net Enforcers will provide two crucial services for NuVo: Auction Monitoring and Price Monitoring. It will efficiently monitor auctions for the potential infringement of NuVo's products, enabling NuVo to take quick action to defend its brand and its network of legitimate dealers by eliminating unauthorized activity. It will also monitor online pricing activity, providing detailed matrix reporting to ensure policy compliance among NuVo's authorized dealer base.

NuVo's sales team maintains a zero-tolerance program internally for misbehaving dealers. A single discovery of a dealer partaking in illegitimate activity, or three such incidents by a distributor, results in termination of that dealer or distributor. Net Enforcers serves as an additional and powerful resource for this discovery process.

"NuVo Technologies is continuously looking to promote its products more efficiently and effectively online," said Stuart Bennett, vice president of sales and marketing at Net Enforcers. "An integral part of this strategy is executing an effective Internet brand-protection program. Net Enforcers' goal is to help deliver this type of actionable and quantifiable solution. With our Price and Auction Monitoring solutions, NuVo will be assured that its products and corporate policies are successfully monitored and enforced, securing its brand equity in the process."

NuVo products are exclusively sold and installed by official NuVo dealers. The products are not sold at retail and are not intended for the do-it-yourself market.

NUVO TECHNOLOGIES HIRES CHRIS WESTFALL AS NEW VICE PRESIDENT OF SALES, USA

Fri, 26 Aug 2011 15:19:00 GMT

Hebron, KY – November 20, 2008 – NuVo Technologies, a leading innovator in multi-room audio systems for the home, today announced the hiring of Chris Westfall as its new Vice President of Sales, USA. Westfall now leads and manages NuVo's domestic sales efforts, including the pivotal rollout of NuVo's upcoming Renovia multi-room audio system for the retrofit market.

"Chris is a terrific fit with our company culture," said David Rodarte, NuVo's president and chief operating officer, who expects Westfall to help NuVo double in size over the coming years. "He's an inclusive leader, a collaborator, a strategic thinker and a man of integrity. Like all of us at NuVo, he is passionate about music; in fact, he is a pianist and singer who is trained in Fine Arts. Chris fully understands the custom installation channel and its distribution channels, as well as the importance of an integrated whole-home entertainment and automation experience."

A strategic sales executive with proven talents and track records in team leadership, market development and revenue growth, Westfall comes to NuVo from control and automation technology manufacturer AMX, where he first served as director, business development, with a focus on developing business in the hospitality sector. From there, he defined AMX's MDU/Residential Builder program. Ultimately, in 2007, Westfall was promoted to national director, residential sales, where he positioned AMX for future growth in the CEDIA market. Along the way, he honed skills for identifying problems and opportunities, building collaboration, and creating well-defined solutions that generated results.

Prior to AMX, Westfall served in executive and sales management positions with TIGI International, AT&T and Verizon, with a focus on data networking and internet solutions.

"I am tremendously excited to join NuVo as its momentum and position in its category and the CEDIA channel continues to build," said Westfall. "My mission is to better enable NuVo's dealers in the CEDIA channel to succeed; I am here to help them grow their businesses, and find new ways to be effective with the entire NuVo product line. I also plan to tell NuVo's unique story and explain its significant value proposition to as many people as I can. In these unusually challenging times in the marketplace, I want to show our dealers that NuVo delivers fun and enjoyment, but most importantly, a great growth opportunity."

Westfall will work closely with NuVo Marketing Director Trudi Luebberst to develop a strong communication plan and selling tools that will fully prepare NuVo dealers to go to market with the company's upcoming Renovia multi-room audio system. The system, which uses a home's electrical system to transmit music and metadata throughout multiple rooms, is aimed squarely at the retrofit market, a segment largely underserved by the multi-room audio category to date.

Westfall earned his BFA from Southern Methodist University, and his MBA from Texas Christian University. He will be based out of his home office in Dallas. Married with two girls aged 12 and 5, Westfall's business acumen is complemented by a rich history in the performing arts. In addition to his musical abilities, he has spent time as an actor, a professional stuntman, and a broadcaster. "I've always been around electronics," said Westfall. "I've enjoyed making sound my whole life. Now I'm helping NuVo dealers distribute it."

Home stereo equipment that's good for the ears and the earth

Wed, 24 Aug 2011 15:45:00 GMT

from thegreenconnoisseur.com

Looking to upgrade your home stereo equipment? Well, if you are, that could be the perfect opportunity to invest in some sustainable products like speakers, amplifiers, or whole-home audio systems.

Earlier this year, Knoll Systems in Point Roberts, Washington, a supplier of audio and amplifier products for the home theater market, announced a new circuit design for some of its multi-channel amplifiers.

Called the "Eco-System circuit," Knoll's technology automatically turns off any channels that are not being used, saving electricity. And because the Eco-System circuit shuts off the channels, the amplifiers generate less heat. By reducing the amount of electricity needed to run the air conditioning, they are able to reduce the unwanted heat produced by the multi-channel amplifiers.

According to Knoll, the typical homeowner will save hundreds of dollars in electricity every year because of this technology. Knoll's typical amplifier without an Eco-System circuit uses 14 times (40 watts) more power than an amplifier equipped with an Eco-System circuit. A Knoll Systems amplifier, like the GS8 with Eco-System, uses less than four watts when in idle mode. The GS8 also features a very quiet energy saving thermostatically controlled fan, Knoll said.

The products manufactured with the Eco-System technology are: Knoll Systems GS8 ,Eight Channel Amplifier, with a list price of $1,178; the Knoll Systems GS12 Twelve Channel Amplifier, $1,238, and the Knoll Systems GSZ67 seven source six room Controller Amplifier, $2,199.

Check out Knoll's website for a list of distributors. www.KnollSystems.com

NuVo Technologies in Hebron, Kentucky, recently introduced Essentia E6G, which has received the Energy Star label from the U.S. government because it consumes less than one watt of power in standby mode. The Essentia E6G's amplifier and up to 14 associated Control Pads only use energy when it's absolutely necessary and shut down when not in use, while keeping "one eye open" to quickly turn back on when a button is pushed, the company said.

The Essentia E6G system also features energy-conscious OLED (Organic Light-Emitting Diode) Control Pads that use less power because they don't require a backlight to function. In addition, the Essentia E6G uses a pure digital power supply, further reducing its environmental footprint and its use of numerous heavy metal compounds. The list price for the Essential E6G is $2,299.

A list of dealers can be found at NuVo's website. www.NuvoTechnologies.com

Escalante Design, in Bluffdale, Utah, uses environmentally responsible materials in all its speakers. For example the company uses use a 100% recycled wood material it calls soul-board that has special density properties and no added formaldehyde in its speaker cabinets. Additionally, Escalante uses high-strength glue with the lowest VOC (Volatile Organic Compound) to hold its products together. All of the company's custom circuit boards and solders are lead free.

The company manufactures the grills for its speakers from 100% recycled plastic, dressed with surplus fabrics from Patagonia, which uses 100% organic cotton and recycled polyesters.

The Pinyon speaker lists for $9,990 per pair and The Juniper list for $6,990 per pair.

Escalante Dealers are available on the company's website.

www.EscalanteDesign.com

By Linda Rosencrance

NUVO TECHNOLOGIES ADDS SPANISH, FRENCH AND GERMAN LANGUAGE SUPPORT TO ITS GRAND CONCERTO AND ESSENTIA E6G MULTI-ROOM AUDIO SYSTEMS

Fri, 26 Aug 2011 15:13:00 GMT

Hebron, KY - September 30, 2008 - NuVo Technologies today added Spanish, French and German language support to its Grand Concerto and Essentia E6G multi-room audio systems. With some simple programming from the installer, users of these systems will be able to choose menu options in English, Spanish, French or German through their Control Pad interfaces.

"Music is truly the universal language, and we'd like to bring it to as many of the world's homeowners as we can," said David Rodarte, president and chief operating officer of NuVo Technologies. "By enabling our dealers and users to interact with our multi-room audio systems in their own words, we'll be able to provide pitch-perfect experiences for more people than ever before."

When configuring a Grand Concerto or Essentia E6G system, a NuVo dealer now can choose to use English, Spanish, French, or German. Once the configuration is downloaded, the system automatically switches to the selected language.

The new language support, free of charge, is built into the latest version of NuVo's NV-I8G (Grand Concerto) and NV-E6G (Essentia E6G) Configurator software, which NuVo dealers use to configure each system that they install. To upgrade existing systems, authorized NuVo dealers should download Version 2.50 of the NV-I8G and NV-E6G Configurator from the NuVo ProZone (www.nuvotechnologies.com/prozone). The language conversion is a simple drop-down menu selection.

Following this initial rollout of support for Spanish, French and German, NuVo will provide support for additional languages on a continuous basis over the next 18 months. Latin root languages will be the first grouping. NuVo's software development team also will prepare additional language groups that possess their own set of characters, such as Asian and Arabic.

NUVO TECHNOLOGIES HIRES GEORGE GAVUTIS AS INTERNATIONAL SALES MANAGER

Fri, 26 Aug 2011 15:20:00 GMT

Denver, CO - CEDIA EXPO 2008 - September 4 - 7, 2008 - Booth #240 - NuVo Technologies, a leading innovator in multi-room audio systems for the home, announced the hiring of George Gavutis as its International Sales Manager, Europe, Middle East and Africa (EMEA). His responsibilities will include distribution expansion, training, education and support for existing NuVo distributors.

Gavutis joins Vicki Theiss, NuVo's manager of administration and international sales, in support of its International markets. Theiss remains responsible for international and USA customer service and order processing, plus she will continue to manage sales activities and distributor relationships in the remaining territories around the globe.

Gavutis joins NuVo after serving the past three years as the international and European sales manager for Russound. Prior to his international sales role, George served in technical sales and training in the U.S. and internationally for the company. Throughout his tenure, he reached high levels of achievement leading multi-room audio into highly competitive international markets. Gavutis' key responsibilities included training and managing a sales force of 35 European distributors in 32 countries on product and selling strategies and international trade show management.

"We are pleased to have George on our team," said NuVo President and Chief Operating Officer David Rodarte. "He possesses a strong reputation of service and concern for his customers. His knowledge of international markets will help us continue our strong growth internationally, such as our 97 percent international growth in 2007."

NUVO TECHNOLOGIES INTRODUCES WIRELESS CONTROL PAD FOR ITS MULTI-ROOM AUDIO SYSTEMS

Fri, 26 Aug 2011 15:24:00 GMT

Denver, CO – CEDIA EXPO 2008 – September 4 – 7, 2008 – Booth # 240 – NuVo Technologies today unveiled its Wireless Control Pad, an exciting new option for user control of its Grand Concerto and Essentia E6G multi-room audio systems, as well as the sources attached to them, such as satellite and terrestrial radio tuners, music servers, PCs and iPods.

The Wireless Control Pad is the newest option for controlling a NuVo multi-room audio system, joining NuVo's hard-wired, in-wall OLED Control Pads and web browser-based control via NuVo's Music Port. The small, sleek Wireless Control Pad features a 1.6-inch OLED (Organic Light-Emitting Diode) screen, and is roughly five inches long, two inches wide and less than an inch thick, making it about the size of a smartphone.

A user can take the Wireless ControlPad anywhere in the home—the breakfast table, the couch, the kitchen, or anywhere in-wall Control Pads aren't conveniently accessible—and easily select music or sources on the NuVo system. The Wireless Control Pad also receives metadata and operational feedback from the sources connected to the NuVo system.

"Our new Wireless Control Pad enhances our Grand Concerto and Essentia whole-home audio systems with new levels of controllability and versatility," said David Rodarte, NuVo Technologies' president and chief operating officer. "It will open up new possibilities and applications for our installers, and it will enable our systems to become even more integral and enjoyable to our end users' everyday lifestyles."

The Wireless Control Pad is a sensible alternative for rooms where it is impractical or impossible to install in-wall Control Pads—for example, where stucco, concrete, brick or rock walls exist, or where barriers make it difficult to string wire between the room in question and the NuVo audio distribution amplifier. Before the arrival of the Wireless Control Pad, such rooms often would be ruled out as potential audio zones.

The system consists of three components: the Wireless Control Pad itself, a Network Coordinator and a Charging Dock. The Network Coordinator acts as a bridge between the Wireless Control Pad and the hard-wired NuVo whole-home audio network (NuVoNet), to which it connects via CAT-5. Several Wireless Control Pads can communicate with one household Network Coordinator via the IEEE 802.15.4 radio frequency (RF) standard. The tabletop Charging Dock, which plugs into the home's electrical system, recharges the battery of the Wireless Control Pad.

The device features motion-sensitive operation. If it hasn't been moved or touched for a brief time, the Wireless Control Pad goes into power-conserving standby mode. When the user picks it up or touches it, the device automatically turns on again; there is no need to press a "power-on" button or any other buttons at all.

NuVo's Wireless Control Pad joins the recently announced NuVo Music Port in greatly expanding the available options for NuVo multi-room audio system control. Music Port enables any PC, Macintosh, Ultra-Mobile PC (UMPC) or Tablet PC with a web browser that is connected to the home network to control a NuVo whole-home audio system.

The Wireless Control Pad will ship in the fourth quarter of 2008. Pricing is TBA.

NUVO TECHNOLOGIES PREVIEWS POWER LINE-BASED MULTI-ROOM AUDIO SYSTEM AT CEDIA EXPO 2008

Fri, 26 Aug 2011 15:24:00 GMT

Denver, CO – CEDIA EXPO 2008 – September 4 – 7, 2008 – Booth #240 – NuVo Technologies, an innovator in the engineering, manufacture and design of multi-room audio systems, will preview its upcoming Renovia multi-room audio technology at CEDIA EXPO 2008 in booth #240. Renovia will provide NuVo dealers with an outstanding opportunity to build robust business far beyond the new construction market, where multi-room audio sales traditionally are generated, by enabling them to deliver a reliable and profitable multi-room audio system based on Power Line Communications (PLC) technology to the largely untapped retrofit market.

"NuVo's vision is that every household can and should have a quality multi-room audio system, no matter if the home is a new build or a retrofit," said David Rodarte, president and chief operating officer of NuVo Technologies. "The upcoming addition of Renovia to the NuVo suite of multi-room audio products will make that vision a reality—and will dramatically expand the new business opportunities of our dealers."

Due to the challenges of installing multi-room audio in existing homes, many dealers limit their multi-room audio pitching to new builds only, where they have easy access to open walls. Renovia will provide installers with a much less invasive, much easier-to-install multi-room audio system for existing homes than has ever existed. Unlike traditional multi-room audio systems, Renovia will not require home-run Cat5 wiring because it will utilize the home's existing electrical system to transmit audio and metadata. As a result, the costly, messy and usually unprofitable task of patching holes in drywall will disappear, and customers will have more money left over to spend on additional equipment and services.

The Renovia system will not be an extension of NuVo's current Grand Concerto and Essentia E6G systems, but a standalone system entirely of its own that is being built from the ground up. While NuVo will not announce any specific products or specifications at the show, it will unveil prototypes of Renovia's basic system architecture and components.

Renovia's design, engineering and development have been and continue to be greatly enhanced by input and feedback from a trusted NuVo Dealer Advisory Board. The Board has worked closely with NuVo engineers from the inception of Renovia's development to ensure that NuVo will offer a reliable, user-friendly and installer-friendly system that delivers the quality and reliability that NuVo dealers expect. After CEDIA EXPO, Renovia will enter a rigorous field testing phase to ensure that the final product will be one that dealers and installers can confidently stand behind. Renovia will undergo more testing than any NuVo product has ever endured.

NuVo believes the custom installation industry must increase and sharpen its focus on the retrofit market. It is previewing Renovia technology here in an effort to educate and initiate discussion with its new, existing and prospective dealers about the opportunities that exist and the technology required for the retrofit market, and to describe where the upcoming Renovia system will fit into their changing business models. CEDIA EXPO will also mark a launching point for dealers to get the education and tools they need to begin installing systems when Renovia becomes available.

"We want to be transparent with our new, existing and potential dealers about what we're doing and where we're headed as a supplier, as a product category, and as an industry," said Rodarte. "By beginning the process of educating Electronic Systems Contractors now about the retrofit proposition, they will be ready to hit the ground running when Renovia becomes available next year. With our unveiling of the Renovia concept now, we will begin the process of exploring the retrofit opportunity together, from a fresh and exciting new perspective."

NUVO TECHNOLOGIES TO GIVE AWAY B.C. RICH GUITARS TO FOUR LUCKY CEDIA EXPO ATTENDEES

Fri, 26 Aug 2011 15:26:00 GMT

Hebron, KY – July 22, 2008 – CEDIA EXPO 2008 attendees, get ready to rock! In keeping with what's becoming a grand tradition, NuVo Technologies will give away guitars manufactured by its sister company B.C. Rich to four lucky CEDIA attendees.

To have a chance to take home one of these world-renowned guitars, attendees must stop by the NuVo CEDIA EXPO booth (#240) and fill out an entry form. Drawings will be held on Thursday, September 4, at 4:00 p.m.; Friday, September 5, at 4:00 p.m.; Saturday, September 6, at 4:00 p.m.; and Sunday, September 7, at 1:00 p.m. To win, the selected entrant in a particular drawing must be present at the NuVo booth when his or her name is drawn.

Known for their cutting edge design, B.C. Rich guitars are created with the highest-quality materials and finest craftsmanship, and are designed to meet the desires of the serious rock enthusiast.

The guitars NuVo will give away range in retail value from $800 to $1,200. NuVo and B.C. Rich are both part of the Hanser Music Group family of companies.

"NuVo and B.C. Rich share the same facility in Hebron, Ky., and we perpetually feed off of each other's energy, innovation and passion for music," said David Rodarte, president and chief operating officer of NuVo Technologies. "Many NuVo employees are musicians, and many B.C. Rich employees are audiophiles. It's a unique and inspiring environment—one where everyone is focused on the joy and emotion of playing and listening to well-performed, great-sounding music. We'd like to spread that positive vibe to CEDIA Expo attendees by giving them a chance to win some awesome B.C. Rich guitars and maybe make some great music of their own!"

HABITECH SIGNS UP TO PRONTO FOR NUVO

Wed, 24 Aug 2011 16:32:00 GMT

Habitech, the UK distributors of NuVo multi-room audio systems, has agreed a Pronto Partner Agreement with AWE Europe, the UK distributors of Philips Pronto.

Philips Pronto is the perfect complementary product to the NuVo Grand Concerto range of multi-room audio systems. Using the NuVo ProntoScript module, installers can bring these systems into a Pronto based two-way control system which will enable all key functionality to be accessed from anywhere in the house, rather than just at the in-wall keypads. Using a Philips Pronto TSU-9400 and RFX-9600 controller, homeowners will also be able to operate video, lighting, media server and other electronic systems in the home.

"Philips Pronto is a fantastic remote device for controlling NuVo systems," comments Habitech's Managing Director, Jonathan Pengilley. "It's a comparatively low cost, two-way control solution which allows the homeowner not simply to control their NuVo audio system but also other devices and systems, such as TV, DVD, Skybox, lighting and more. Nothing else at this price-point can provide such a great package."

"This unique agreement enables Habitech to supply their NuVo Grand Concerto range packaged with the Philips TSU-9400 and RFX-9600." says Stuart Tickle, MD of AWE. "We are delighted to be working with such a pro-active company and believe this agreement will enable us both to reach new markets whilst benefiting installers too".

These Pronto models will be available as a package with NuVo Grand Concerto systems at the same trade price as that offered by AWE. The first tier support of these package sales will be handled by Habitech directly as will their complete ProntoScript module backup. Second tier support of the Pronto products and servicing will be directly handled by AWE as the UK service and training centre.

The Philips Pronto range offers groundbreaking functionality to the mid-market and interfaces with a wide range of equipment, including 2-way communication via its ProntoScript control modules. Alongside the unique extended agreement with NuVo from Habitech, Philips Pronto Partners companies include Lutron, Denon, Dynalite, Escient, Imerge, Kaleidescape, Onkyo, Yamaha and Aprilair.

For further information visit www.awe-europe.com, email sales@awe-europe.com or call 01372 729777. Based in Epsom, Surrey, AWE Europe is the UK distributor to the custom installation trade for a wide range of high quality brands. These include the exclusive distribution of projectors from Cineversum, sound and media servers from Imerge, CI speakers from Flatline Acoustics U.S.A. and KEF. Other CI market distribution agreements include flat panel TV's from Pioneer, Panasonic, Philips and Sharp as well as AV receivers, amplifiers and DVD players from Onkyo, Yamaha, Pioneer and Denon. Renowned for its high standards of customer service, the quality and accuracy of its training and technical support and its competitive pricing, AWE is able to supply the vast majority of products nationwide ex-stock for same or next day delivery.

NUVO TECHNOLOGIES DELIVERS UK-STYLE OLED CONTROL PAD FOR USE WITH ITS ESSENTIA E6G MULTI-ROOM AUDIO SYSTEM

Fri, 26 Aug 2011 15:16:00 GMT

CEDIA, London, UK– June 24, 2008 – NuVo Technologies' Essentia E6G six-source, six-zone multi-room audio system is now available with a new UK-style keypad.

Users of Essentia E6G, the most energy-efficient multi-room audio system ever devised, can now enjoy an enticingly compact, feature-rich Control Pad, complete with one-inch OLED (Organic Light Emitting Diode) display. OLED provides high contrast and increased legibility in any light and at any angle. OLED also consumes less energy than traditional LCD or VFD displays.

The Control Pad screen features four lines of text in adjustable font sizes for easy menu navigation and intelligent metadata delivery. Its unique tactile buttons are surrounded by an attractive and durable polycarbonate surface, and its coplanar Plexiglas keys fit flush against the sleek, scratch-resistant material, resulting in a smooth, pristine finish. Not only does this affordable Control Pad create a high-quality look and feel, but it's also water-resistant because of a rubber membrane layered beneath the buttons.

Essentia E6G's main amplification unit supplies 40 watts to each of six (12 with the system expander) zones. Philips Class D amplification, coupled with the digital new state-of-the-art, switching power supply, keeps the system running cool, offering protection from heat related equipment failure, which is the primary cause of any system's performance issues. The switch power supply also keeps up with the Essentia E6G's theme of efficiency. The remarkably lightweight unit occupies only a single vertical rack space. All of these features, in addition to the system's unprecedented standby mode energy efficiency, make the Essentia E6G quite unlike any other six-source, six-zone multi-room audio system available.

Due to seamless compatibility with the latest NuVoNet protocol, Essentia E6G communicates with all NuVo sources, such a tuners, music servers, iPod docks and more. The new Essentia version of NuVo's Allport hub consolidates all of the system's speaker connections. These benefits keep things simple and clean, both for installation and end use.

Coming in at an astonishing price point of $2,499.00, retail, the Essentia E6G upholds NuVo's reputation for delivering great quality at a great value.

Essentia Control Pads also can be used with the NuVo Grand Concerto system. They ship with trim-plates in four colors—white, almond, ivory and black

NUVO TECHNOLOGIES INTRODUCES DAB AND FAM DUAL TUNERS

Fri, 26 Aug 2011 15:22:00 GMT

CEDIA, London, UK – June 24, 2008 – NuVo Technologies, a leading innovator in multi-room audio, today debuts its NV-T2DAB dual tuner, which receives FM and DAB radio broadcasts simultaneously. With two tuners conveniently packaged into this easily-installed single-rack unit, NV-T2DAB users can access any two of these bands at one time. The tuners' signals can then be distributed throughout a home using NuVo's Grand Concerto or Essentia E6G multi-room audio systems.

Similar to the Grand Concerto and Essentia E6G Control Pads, the NV-T2DAB features an OLED capacitive touch front panel display that is easily viewed in any light, at any angle. Fully compatible with NuVoNet, the tuner connects seamlessly with the source components, amplifiers and Control Pads that shape the NuVo home audio universe. Menu-driven control allows for straightforward setup, as well as for easy browsing and selection of band or station. The NV-T2DAB delivers metadata such as song titles and artist information to NuVo Control Pads, as well as to supporting third-party automation systems. Additionally, RDS reporting supplies station, title and artist information for FM listening.

For broad and inclusive reception, only RG6 cables are required; they run from the tuner's separate FM and DAB outputs to their respective antennas (antennas are not included). Other notable features of the NV-T2DAB include reliable IR reception for remote control, as well as serial RS-232 connection, which enables easy firmware upgrades and allows integration for third-party control.

Timed with this, NuVo introduces the NV-T2FAM tuner as a sister product, supporting consumers without interest in or access to DAB. Delivering both AM and FM, this tuner rounds out the offering to fill the variety of market needs.

Following in the energy-efficient footsteps of NuVo's Essentia E6G system, the NV-T2DAB and NV-T2FAM are expected to qualify for the ENERGY STAR. NuVo's efforts for environmental protection and conservation are inspired by the ENERGY STAR report that use of consumer electronics is responsible for more than 25 percent of household electricity consumption, with significant amounts of energy expended even when the product is "off" in standby mode. Like the Essentia E6G system, the NV-T2DAB and NV-T2FAM deliver a major breakthrough in standby mode energy consumption by using less than one watt of power.

"The new NuVo DAB Tuner furthers our vision for energy efficiency by exceeding the ENERGY STAR guidelines," says David Rodarte, President and Chief Operating Officer of NuVo Technologies. "It is also being delivered to the market in our new packaging standard, which reduces standard packaging materials and utilizes recycled materials and earth-friendly inks. In terms of operation, the NV-T2DAB maximizes the consumer experience by enabling the user to view FM and DAB artist and music title information on NuVo Control Pads."

The NV-T2DAB is expected to ship in the third quarter of 2008.

Music Port FULLY INTEGRATES PCs WITH NUVO TECHNOLOGIES' MULTI-ROOM AUDIO SYSTEMS

Fri, 26 Aug 2011 15:12:00 GMT

Cincinnati, Ohio, USA – June 24, 2008 – NuVo Technologies, an innovator in multi-room digital audio, today introduced NuVo Music Port™, a compact package of hardware and software that enables home desktop and laptop PCs to act both as sources and as controllers in a NuVo Grand Concerto or Essentia E6G multi-room audio system.

"Music Port bridges a significant gap in the digital music world that our customers inhabit," said David Rodarte, president and chief operating officer of NuVo Technologies. "No longer must they navigate between two islands of digital music—the substantial amount of music stored on their PCs versus the music accessible through their NuVo systems, such as terrestrial and satellite radio through our tuners, iPod through our docks, and CDs burned to our music servers. Music Port easily connects the PC to the NuVo environment and brings a wealth of new content and control to NuVo users."

Music Port consists of the NV-MP, a small hardware device which can be installed on-wall, in-rack or otherwise hidden from view, and PC software. NuVo dealers can install Music Port as an upgrade to an existing system or as part of a brand-new NuVo multi-room audio system. Music Port software is installed via a user-friendly interface, and works with Windows XP, Windows Vista and Windows Home Server, as well as most existing PC sound cards.

Music Port delivers two primary functions. The first is to transform a PC into a full-fledged multi-output source for a NuVo system. If two 5.1 sound cards are installed on a given PC, for example, Music Port can use them to output up to six independent stereo streams that can be simultaneously accessed and enjoyed in various rooms around a house via NuVo's in-wall OLED Control Pads. The experience is seamless for the NuVo user; Music Port even aggregates iTunes, Windows Media Player and Windows Media Center content libraries on multiple PCs on the home network and presents them as a single music library to the NuVo user; no longer must the user be aware of which format a particular song or podcast may use, or where the file is stored. Users can easily browse all of their PC audio by playlist, track, artists, album, genre or favorites. Music Port and the NuVo system reproduce the music as it is on the PC, with no additional conversion or compression.

The second primary function of Music Port is to enable any desktop PC, laptop PC or touch screen with a web browser that is connected to the home network to serve as a controller for a NuVo Grand Concerto or Essentia E6G system, much like NuVo's in-wall OLED Control Pads and third-party touch screens already do. Music Port takes NuVo system control to a whole new level; the user can control the system from numerous locations in the home via hard-wired devices, or roam about the house controlling it with wireless devices.

The Music Port browser interface further enhances the user experience by providing album cover art, which makes music selection and recognition on the NuVo system even easier and more fun. This sleek, smart browser interface provides easy and comprehensive management of music and other home technology. Users gain instant control over viewing, queuing and prioritizing an entire music collection.

No extra power supply is needed for Music Port, and connections are simple. The PC connects to an amplifier via one to six RCA cables (depending on how many PC audio outputs are being used), and it connects to the Music Port hardware with an RS232 cable. Music Port then connects to the amplifier with an RS232 cable and a CAT5 NuVoNet cable.

Music Port was engineered by Autonomic Controls specifically for use with NuVo multi-room audio systems. Its multi-source output capabilities are made possible by Autonomic Controls' exclusive PolyTune™ technology, which enables a single sound card to provide multiple, independent stereo outputs. Autonomic Controls Media Control Server 2.0 facilitates communications between the NuVo Control Pads and the host PC; the software provides two-way remote access to Windows Media and iTunes media purchased online or ripped from a user's CD collection. It also manages digital rights management (DRM) compliance, making it one of the few options available to installers and customers for DRM music consumption in a custom install environment.

"Collaborating with NuVo Technologies on Music Port has been greatly rewarding," said Michael de Nigris, CEO, Autonomic Controls, Inc. "We believe our collective engineering resources have produced a great product. Digital media is here in force, and Music Port makes it accessible around the house like never before. NuVo's best-of-breed multi-room audio solutions paired with our industry-leading control technology provide the most hassle-free enjoyment of digital media available."

NuVo Music Port is slated to ship in August 2008 for an estimated MSRP of $999.

NUVO TECHNOLOGIES' WA30 DELIVERS QUALITY AUDIO IN THE CLASSROOM

Fri, 26 Aug 2011 15:39:00 GMT

Hebron, KY - June 18, 2008 - NuVo Technologies' WA30 Volume Control and Amplifier, which will be shown at InfoComm 08, delivers breakthrough value and performance for audio in the modern classroom.

The WA30 can be built into a wall and situated to be easily accessible to the teacher. The unit pairs a 30-Watt amplifier with a volume control in a single decora wall plate, with two hard-wired source inputs in the rear of the unit and two overriding mini stereo source inputs on the front. The hard-wired rear inputs enable long-term connections of source units like DVD players, VCRs and computers, while the front mini stereo inputs enable easy on-the-fly connection of portable devices like iPods, MP3 players and laptop computers. The WA30's intuitive on-wall controls make it easy for the teacher to control source selection, power and volume.

The WA30 can be coupled with a pair of compact on-wall or in-ceiling speakers to deliver superb classroom audio without the unnecessary hassle of ceiling amplifiers or expensive wall-mounted units. Speakers and power wire directly to the back of the WA30 wall unit.

The technology behind the WA30 is proven and tested. NuVo has already sold 10,000 WA30 units in the United Kingdom and is now introducing the product to the United States.

"Cost, reliability and ease of use are critical issues in the education market, and the WA30 addresses those concerns with superior value on all fronts," said David Rodarte, president and chief operating officer of NuVo Technologies. "It's a compelling audio solution for the classroom that costs about half the price of competitive products while delivering twice as many features. It's easy to use, easy to install and delivers terrific performance and functionality. The WA30 is just a smart buy for any school."

The WA30 is available standalone for $249; in-wall or in-ceiling speakers and other accessories are available for an additional cost.

SMART HOME: GREEN + WIRED OPENS AT CHICAGO MUSEUM OF SCIENCE AND INDUSTRY

Fri, 26 Aug 2011 15:41:00 GMT

Chicago, IL - May 15, 2008 - The Chicago Museum of Science and Industry exhibit Smart Home: Green + Wired, Powered by ComEd and Warmed by People's Gas, which opened May 8, allows guests to tour a real, functioning three-story, modular and sustainable "green" home-built right in the Museum's backyard-that also highlights unique eco-friendly technologies for the 21st century. Life|ware, Microsoft® eHome and NuVo Technologies are all taking part in this exhibit home, providing guests a glimpse into a smarter, greener way of living.

This year's exhibit features Life|ware software and hardware to show guests how they can seamlessly merge control of their home with all of their digital entertainment. By simply integrating Life|ware into Microsoft® Windows® Media Center, Smart Home: Green + Wired creates the ultimate whole home experience by providing all-in-one entertainment including access to music, photos, TV, movies and the latest in online media plus fingertip control of heat, window coverings, lighting, security sensors and cameras throughout the home. Guests will also learn how Life|ware can track electricity and water consumption on a real-time basis, provide remote monitoring, and extend content and control throughout the home using Extenders for Windows Media Center.

Also featured in the Smart Home: Green + Wired exhibit is NuVo Technologies' Essentia E6G. The first and only whole-home audio system to be ENERGY STAR certified, the NuVo Essentia E6G distributes homeowners' favorite music throughout the home without consuming a lot of energy. Despite distributing audio to six zones in the Smart Home, the E6G will only consume 0.80 watts in standby mode. On average, it consumes 68.4 kilowatt-hours of power per year to operate, which is an equivalent of 1/3 the energy consumption of most competing systems. Together, the technologies will demonstrate how a home can inspire lifestyle choices and be equipped to save resources.

The Smart Home-designed by Michelle Kaufmann Designs and built by All American Homes-is open from May 8, 2008 through Jan. 4, 2009. Celebrating exciting new directions in sustainable living and spectacular, environmentally-friendly technology, Smart Home: Green + Wired will offer guests guided tours of the 2,500-square-foot home and grounds, located in a park on the east side of the Museum. Within the home, guests will be able to view the latest innovations in reusable resources; smart energy consumption; eco-friendly landscaping; and clean, healthy-living environments in a contemporary setting.

Integrator Rick Simpson, of 3G Applications in Chicago, donated his time and resources to help the Smart Home come to fruition. Rick, a certified Digital Home Technology Integrator, worked closely with the Museum of Science and Industry, Wired Magazine, and contributing partners to create a fully connected home that displayed how the latest technology can help homeowners live a greener, more energy efficient lifestyle. Rick was able to create a seamless balance between the technologies in the home to give exhibitors a true taste of living the digital lifestyle while keeping the environment in the forefront. 3G Applications specializes in developing and integrating solutions for business and home technology solutions.

Smart Home: Green + Wired is a must-see exhibit for anyone who wants their home, and life, to be smarter, more efficient and more in tune with the environment than it is today.
Smart Home: Green + Wired, powered by ComEd and warmed by Peoples Gas, is also sponsored by American Honda Motor Co., Inc.; Dominick's; and the Motorola Foundation as part of the Museum's 75th Anniversary.

NUVO TECHNOLOGIES CONTINUES GROWING WITH TWO PIVOTAL NEW HIRES

Fri, 26 Aug 2011 15:14:00 GMT

Hebron, KY – April 3, 2008 – NuVo Technologies has named Timothy Leahy its new Western Regional Sales Manager and Marc Raab a National Product Trainer. Both are new positions.

The hirings of Leahy and Raab exemplify NuVo's consistent and strong growth. The multi-room audio manufacturer's sales grew by nearly 50 percent domestically and almost 100 percent internationally in 2007.

"The addition of these two experienced professionals to our organization will help us reach and educate more people than ever before about NuVo and its products," said NuVo Presisdent and Chief Operating Officer David Rodarte. "The talents of both Tim and Marc will benefit our company and our customers enormously as NuVo continues to forge ahead and grow despite this challenging marketplace."

Leahy possesses over 30 years of sales, marketing and management experience in the consumer electronics industry, with a strong focus on audio. He spent the last 15 years with home and car audio manufacturer Phoenix Gold International, most recently serving as the company's Director of Product Training and Sales Support. He previously served as the company's Director of Sales and Marketing Support, its Director of Sales, Marketing and Product Development, and its National Sales Manager. From 1980 to 1993, he served as a territorial independent sales rep for manufacturers' representative firm Network Marketing.

Raab has served in the consumer electronics field for 12 years, starting as a salesperson for Best Buy at the age of 16. From 2003 to 2007, he served as National Product Trainer for Hitachi Home Electronics, conducting formal product and sales trainings on Hitachi television and camcorder products for retail stores. Previously, he served as Market Development Manager at BDS Marketing for the Motorola wireless brand, as a retail trainer for Marketsource for the Palm handheld computing brand, and as a Market Manager for BDS Marketing on behalf of the Microsoft brand.

NO SONIC COMPROMISES NECESSARY WITH NUVO TECHNOLOGIES' NEW 500 GB MUSIC SERVER

Thu, 25 Aug 2011 17:14:00 GMT

Orlando, FL – March 13-15, 2008 – EHX Booth #512 – NuVo Technologies' newest music server, unveiled here, more than triples the capacity of its predecessor, providing homeowners the ample disk space necessary to comfortably store their digital music at larger file capacities.

The new NV-M3-500 Music Server offers 500 GB (or a half-terabyte) of storage, a quantum leap in capacity over NuVo's still-available, 160 GB NV-M3 Music Server. Music lovers now have two compelling music server options available from NuVo.

"Digital music collections are growing exponentially, along with consumers' desire to enjoy high-bit-rate and even lossless audio files," said David Rodarte, president and chief operating officer of NuVo Technologies. "Highly compressed audio files are fine for portable players, but homeowners now recognize that for home theater and whole-home entertainment, only files with higher bit rates offer the sound quality they want. With the NV-M3-500, our largest-capacity and most functional music server to date, homeowners no longer need to make sonic compromises with their digital music. Every digital track in their collections can both sound great and be easily accessible in any room of the house through our new music server and our Grand Concerto and Essentia whole-home audio systems."

Using Windows® Media Player and the uncompressed WAV file format, homeowners can enjoy pristine, audiophile-quality playback with a bitstream identical to every bit of what they would get from a CD. NuVo engineers estimate that homeowners can store roughly 830 CDs in uncompressed WAV on the NV-M3-500. The server can also store and play Windows Media Audio (WMA) and compressed MP3 files.

NuVo music servers offer full Digital Rights Management (DRM) compliance, three source outputs, NuVoNet Communication and Windows® Media Player music management. The server syncs to a home PC to retrieve music files and allow playback of DRM music; the experience is akin to syncing with a portable MP3 player. The music server also can act as a source for NuVo's Grand Concerto whole-home audio system, where, combined with other NuVo source devices such as its AM/FM, XM and Sirius tuners and iPod docks, the homeowner can seamlessly enjoy an enormous amount of personally-acquired and broadcast music in any room of the house with just the push of a button on a NuVo Control Pad. Full metadata for all tracks stored on the server is available on the Control Pad.

The music server offers a polycarbonate, capacitive touch front panel interface with OLED (Organic Light Emitting Diode) display (similar to that of the Grand Concerto Control Pads), backup of audio files (on the connected PC or on a portable player), simultaneous output of three audio streams, and instant compatibility with downloaded and subscription-based music. Standard CDs are simply ripped to Windows Media Player on the PC and synced to the music server.

Syncing between the PC and the music server can be accomplished in either of two ways. The first is via a standard USB port connection; for situations where the PC and the server are physically remote, a "behind-the-walls" extender system can use CAT-5 to link to USB cables at either end. In addition, NuVo's Wireless USB Syncing Device (NV-USBW, $399 MSRP), introduced at last fall's EHX, enables syncing between the PC and the music server without a hard-wired connection, providing a USB device connection over Wireless-G.
The 500 GB NV-M3-500 Music Server is slated to ship in June 2008 for an estimated MSRP of $2,999. The 160 GB NV-M3 Music Server remains available for $2,199 MSRP.

NUVO TECHNOLOGIES' DAVID RODARTE HONORED WITH THE 2008 CEA TECHHOME LEADERSHIP AWARD

Fri, 26 Aug 2011 15:15:00 GMT

Hebron, KY – March 20, 2008 – NuVo Technologies President and Chief Operating Officer David Rodarte was awarded the Consumer Electronics Association's (CEA's) 2008 TechHome Leadership Award during a ceremony at last week's ninth annual Spring Electronic House Expo (EHX) in Orlando, Fla. The award is presented each year to a person who has made significant contributions to the growth and success of the TechHome industry by displaying uncommon dedication and service. Rodarte received the CEA's high honor for his many accomplishments on behalf of the electronics industry, particularly his volunteerism, vision, innovation, visibility and pioneering spirit.

In addition to his stewardship of NuVo, Rodarte is heavily involved with CEA and donates significant time as an industry spokesman and cross-industry bridge-builder. In particular, Rodarte has devoted much of his volunteerism to the promotion of the whole-home audio category, as well as to working with organizations like the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) to promote greater understanding and cooperation between the consumer electronics and builder industries.

Rodarte serves as chairperson of the CEA Builder Initiative and as a board member of CEA TechHome, which represents the entire channel for home control, entertainment and networking products, including integrators, distributors and manufacturers. He also recently served as a board member of the CEA Multi-Room Audio Video Council, a seat now occupied by his trusted lieutenant, NuVo Marketing Director Trudi Luebberst. Additionally, Rodarte is a member of NAHB's Home Technology Alliance workgroup, which was founded to assist builders in understanding consumer electronics trends and applications as they apply to new home construction.

"I am honored and humbled to receive this award," said Rodarte. "I accept it on behalf of all of my co-volunteers, whose passion for this industry is unwavering, awe-inspiring and making a real difference. I also proudly share it with the employees of NuVo, whose dedication and commitment to this business allowed our company to rapidly grow in the midst of a soft growth rate for the industry overall in 2007."

In his "day job" at NuVo, Rodarte has earned a reputation for rapidly accelerating businesses through market analysis, organizational effectiveness and strategic planning. From the 2002 inception of the company, Rodarte has led NuVo's growth, branding and positioning. Today, NuVo is widely recognized as the fastest-growing brand within its market niche, as Rodarte has intuitively steered NuVo to its high-value/high-quality philosophy and closed-distribution structure. While 2007 was a moderate growth year in the overall multi-room audio/video category—CEA reports that it grew 1.2 percent in 2007—NuVo experienced a remarkable 49.6 percent growth in U.S. sales and 97 percent growth in international sales last year.

Outside of the CE industry, Rodarte serves on the Board of Directors for Sherry Laboratories, a third-party independent laboratory for environmental testing.

NUVO TECHNOLOGIES' FIRM COMMITMENT TO ENERGY CONSCIOUSNESS IS RECOGNIZED

Fri, 26 Aug 2011 15:19:00 GMT

Hebron, KY – March 20, 2008 – NuVo Technologies received the Consumer Electronics Association's (CEA) 2008 TechHome Mark of Excellence Award for Best Environmentally Friendly Product, Service, or Corporate Policy during a ceremony at last week's ninth annual Spring Electronic House Expo (EHX) in Orlando, Fla. The award recognizes the significant commitment NuVo has made to energy efficiency and environmental consciousness.

"An ever-growing number of individuals, families and companies across the nation and around the world are trying their level best to lead greener lives, and NuVo is no exception," said David Rodarte, President and Chief Operating Officer of NuVo Technologies. "We are pleased to receive this award and we are proud that our company and our products are part of this important movement to reduce energy consumption and contribute to a cleaner and healthier environment."

NuVo's recently introduced Essentia E6G is the world's first whole-home audio system to earn the ENERGY STAR® from the U.S. government. The Essentia E6G delivers a major breakthrough in standby mode energy consumption for the whole-home audio category by consuming less than one watt of power in standby mode. The Essentia E6G's amplifier and up to 14 associated Control Pads only use energy when it is absolutely needed; they shut down when not in use, while keeping "one eye open" to snap back into action when a button is pushed.

The Essentia E6G system also features energy-conscious OLED (Organic Light-Emitting Diode) Control Pads. Unlike LCD displays, the attractive OLED displays do not require a backlight to function, thus drawing less power. Additionally, the Essentia E6G uses a pure digital power supply, which further reduces its environmental footprint and its use of numerous heavy metal compounds. The system also meets RoHS (Restriction of Hazardous Substances) requirements, which restrict use of six major harmful substances.

As a company, NuVo has undertaken numerous environmentally-friendly, green-thinking policies, including a new packaging policy that prohibits use of non-biodegradable material. NuVo also has expressed its intention to engineer many of its future products to meet the ENERGY STAR® requirements. For example, it intends to submit its new NV-T2SIR tuner, introduced at EHX, to the ENERGY STAR® process.

"This award is a true honor for us," said Rick Kukulies, Chief Technology Officer at NuVo and engineer of NuVo's ENERGY STAR® strategy. "The cool thing is that any manufacturer can take a lot of the environmentally-conscious steps that we have, and when they do, the world will be an even better place."

CEA's Mark of Excellence Awards honor industry leaders in custom electronics products, services and installations that are instrumental in changing the shape of the connected home. Each TechHome Mark of Excellence Awards category was judged by a panel comprised of systems integrators, manufacturers, trade press members and industry consultants.

NUVO TECHNOLOGIES THINKS "GREEN" WITH NEW TUNER

Fri, 26 Aug 2011 15:25:00 GMT

Orlando, FL – March 13-15, 2008 – EHX Expo – Booth #512 – NuVo today unveiled its NV-T2SIR AM/FM Sirius-ready dual tuner, which can simultaneously receive both AM/FM and SIRIUS Satellite Radio signals.

"SIRIUS-ready" means the homeowner can use one or two SIRIUS modules (sold separately), plug them into a connector on the back of the NV-T2SIR, and select through AM, then FM, then SIRIUS on both sides of the tuner. As a result, users can simultaneously play two of any of these bands at one time. The signals received by the NV-T2SIR can then be distributed throughout a home using NuVo's Grand Concerto and Essentia E6G whole-home audio systems.

The NV-T2SIR features an OLED capacitive touch front control panel similar to those found on its Grand Concerto and Essentia E6G Control Pads. It is fully compatible with NuVoNet 2.2, the communication suite that enables easy installation and communications among the source components, amplifiers and control pads that compose the NuVo whole-home audio ecosystem. The tuner also delivers metadata such as song titles and artists information to NuVo Control Pads, as well as to supporting third-party automation systems.

For comprehensive AM/FM and SIRIUS reception, the NV-T2SIR requires only a single RG6 run from the base tuner unit to the antennas. A diplexer can be used at the end of the run to split the RG6 between the AM/FM and SIRIUS antennas (Sirius Antenna sold separately).

"With the introduction of the NV-T2SIR, NuVo installers and their clients can now enjoy whole-home distribution of XM, SIRIUS or both satellite radio signals. The choice will soon be entirely in their hands," said David Rodarte, President and Chief Operating Officer of NuVo Technologies. "In addition, users of the NV-T2SIR will enjoy the energy-saving benefits of the NV-T2SIR's engineering."

NuVo expects the NV-T2SIR to become the second NuVo product to earn the ENERGY STAR®; its Essentia E6G was awarded the distinction late last year. NuVo is in the process of submitting and testing the NV-T2SIR for ENERGY STAR® qualification. ENERGY STAR® is a joint program of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) that helps Americans save money and protect the environment through energy efficient products and practices.

NuVo's drive for ENERGY STAR® qualification in its products has been inspired by an ENERGY STAR® report that found that use of consumer electronics products is responsible for more than 25 percent of household electricity consumption—a number only expected to rise. ENERGY STAR® products, the agency advises consumers, help prevent global warming and promote cleaner air without sacrificing quality and performance. To illustrate the potential of the program, ENERGY STAR® says that if the roughly two TVs, VCR, DVD player and three telephones in the average home were replaced with ENERGY STAR® models, over 25 billion pounds of greenhouse gas emissions would be saved—the equivalent of taking over three million cars off the road.

Many end users would be surprised to know, however, that home electronics products use significant amounts of energy even when they're "off" in standby mode to power features like clock displays and remote controls. Electronics products that have earned the ENERGY STAR® meet the strict energy efficiency guidelines set by the EPA and DOE by using as much as 60 percent less energy to perform standby functions, while providing the same performance at the same price as less-efficient models, says the government agency.

Like NuVo's pioneering Essentia E6G system, the NV-T2SIR dual tuner delivers a major breakthrough in standby mode energy consumption for the whole-home audio category. To become ENERGY STAR® qualified, electronics must consume less than one watt of power in standby mode, and the NV-T2SIR delivers in this regard. NuVo expects the NV-T2SIR to earn the ENERGY STAR® this spring.

The NV-T2SIR is expected to ship in the second quarter of 2008 for an MSRP of $699.

NUVO TECHNOLOGIES INTRODUCES STYLISH NEW GRAND CONCERTO METALLIC TRIM-PLATES

Fri, 26 Aug 2011 15:23:00 GMT

Orlando, FL – March 13-15, 2008 – EHX Booth #512 – Adding high style to high-quality whole-home audio, NuVo Technologies will introduce new Metallic Trim-Plates for use with its flagship Grand Concerto system. The plates will be on display at NuVo's EHX booth.

The metallic plates come in five premium finishes: Polished Chrome, Satin Chrome, Satin Nickel, Gloss White and Gloss Black. While NuVo's classic plastic offerings of White, Almond, Ivory and Black are still included with every Grand Concerto whole-home audio system, the new metallic plates provide installers and their clients with a design-conscious upgrade for those "special" rooms in the home. For NuVo dealers, the metallic plate option provides a tremendous up-sell opportunity.

"With our new Metallic Trim-Plates, NuVo adds even greater style to our already-stylish Grand Concerto," said David Rodarte, president and chief operating officer of NuVo Technologies. "These luxurious trim-plates are an excellent complement to the kinds of high-end décors where our Grand Concerto systems often reside."

An additional benefit to dealers is that all Grand Concerto trim-plates are a breeze to install. The plates are magnetic and fit precisely in place around each keypad.

Retail price for the Grand Concerto Metallic Trim-Plates, now available, is $25 each.

NUVO TECHNOLOGIES TO GIVE AWAY B.C. RICH GUITARS TO THREE LUCKY EHX ATTENDEES

Fri, 26 Aug 2011 15:37:00 GMT

Orlando, FL – March 13-15, 2008 – EHX Expo – Booth #512 – EHX attendees should get ready to shred! NuVo Technologies will give away three guitars from its sister company B.C. Rich—one on each day of the show.

At booth #512, NuVo will give away a B.C Rich guitar on Thursday, March 13, at 4:00 p.m.; Friday, March 14, at 4:00 p.m.; and Saturday, March 15, at 1:00 p.m. Attendees looking for a chance to win one of the guitars are encouraged to stop by the NuVo booth and fill out an entry card. However, to win, the entrant must be present at each day's drawing.

The B.C. Rich guitars are created with the highest-quality materials and finest craftsmanship, and are designed to meet the desires of the serious rock enthusiast. The guitars NuVo will give away range in retail value from $800 to $1,000. NuVo and B.C. Rich are both part of the Hanser Music Group family of companies.

"NuVo and B.C. Rich share the same facility in Hebron, Ky., and we perpetually feed off of each other's energy, innovation and passion for music," said David Rodarte, president and chief operating officer of NuVo Technologies. "Many NuVo employees are musicians, and many B.C. Rich employees are audiophiles. It's a unique and inspiring environment—one where everyone is focused on the joy and emotion of playing and listening to well-performed, great-sounding music. We'd like to spread that positive vibe to EHX attendees by giving them a chance to win some awesome B.C. Rich guitars and maybe make some great music of their own!"

NUVO TECHNOLOGIES TO OFFER THREE FREE TRAINING SESSIONS AT SPRING EHX

Fri, 26 Aug 2011 15:38:00 GMT

Hebron, KY – February 21, 2008 – NuVo Technologies will offer three training sessions during next month's Spring Electronic House Expo (EHX) in Orlando, Fla.
The sessions will be held at the Orange County Convention Center, the official site of EHX, on Wednesday, March 12, from 3:30 to 5:00 p.m. in room 330A; Thursday, March 13, from 4:30 to 6:00 p.m. in room 330B; and Friday, March 14, from 5:00 to 6:30 p.m. in Room 330B. The sessions are free-of-charge to EHX attendees.

The Wednesday and Friday classes will educate current and prospective dealers on how to set up, install and get the most out of the NuVoNet Suite. "In 2007, the release of NuVo's flagship Grand Concerto whole-home audio system ushered in the era of the NuVoNet Suite," explains Steve Horton, director of education for NuVo and leader of the EHX training sessions. "Through NuVoNet, complete communication among our T2G Dual Source AM/FM and XM Tuners, NV-M3 Triple Source Audio Server and the NuVoDock for iPod becomes incredibly easy to install and equally easy to use. Now, the groundbreaking experience of NuVoNet also is possible with our new Essentia E6G System, an even more affordable solution and the first whole-home audio system to earn the prestigious ENERGY STAR®."

The Thursday session will focus on developing a better understanding of NuVo's Grand Concerto and Essentia Configurator setup tool. Horton will demonstrate how to use the software most effectively, showing students how to easily work with IR control, set up individual audio zone parameters and, ultimately, install the new Essentia and Grand Concerto Systems, as well as learn about the many features NuVo products offer.

In addition to these free training sessions, NuVo will exhibit its systems, including several new products, on the EHX show floor at Booth #512.