Award Categories
Loudspeakers
- In-Ceiling/In-Wall Loudpeaker
Less than $1,000 per pair / More than $1,000 per pair
Recognizing improvement in, or development of any new transducer specifically designed to mount in a wall for use in a home heater or multi-room audio system.
- Floorstanding / Shelf Loudspeaker
Less than $1,000 per pair / More than $1,000 per pair
Recognizing Recognizing improvement in, or development of any new transducer specifically designed for use in a 2-channel, home theater or multi-room audio system. in, or development of any new transducer specifically designed for use in a 2-channel, home theater or multi-room audio system.
- On-Wall/Single-Chassis Surround Loudspeaker
Recognizing improvement in, or development of any new single-unit LCR loudspeaker designed for use in a home theater environment, as well as non-LCR on-wall mounted loudspeakers
- Subwoofer
Recognizing improvement in, or development of any new stand-alone or in-wall transducer with the sole purpose of reproducing audio frequencies below 35Hz.
Multi-Room Audio/Video
- All-Inclusive Multi-Room Audio System
Less than $500 per zone / $500 - $1,000 per zone / More than $1,000 per zone
Recognizing improvement in, or development of any new multi-room audio sound package that provides control, amplification, and distribution capabilities to outfit a home or dwelling with a multi-zone system; the package should be devices such as keypads, preamplification, and amplification BUT NOT loudspeakers.
- Multi-Zone Amplifier/Receiver
Recognizing improvement in, or development of any new electronic component that's designed to actively service two or more rooms or zones as an amplifier or a receiver. For amplifiers, the component should include provisions such as remote triggering and daisy chain capabilities. For receivers, the unit should incoporporate amplification for at least two zones and at least one source such as AM/FM radio and satellite radio, as well as multiple inputs for other sources that include CD and DVD players, cable and satellite set-top boxes, digital-music players and turntables. Home theater receivers without any multi-zone capabilities are not considered in this category.
- No New Wires Transmission Technology
Recognizing improvement in, or development of any new wireless or other retrofit-enabling solution technology, including loudspeakers designed for use as a rear or surround,that transmit or receives audio/video signals. Also included in this category can be devices designed to extend audio and video signals, such as Cat 5 extenders, throughout the home.
Home Theater
- Source Components
Recognizing improvement in, or development of any new home theater or multiroom source components, such as satellite/AM/FM/HD radio tuners, CD and DVD/Blu-ray players, iPod docks, and CD and DVD jukebox devices. 3D capable products should be included in this category.
- Media Servers/Streaming Media
Recognizing improvement in, or development of any new components that allow end users to tailor their listening and/or viewing preferences via media storage, streaming and management technologies. Audio only and A/V media servers will be accepted for in this category.
- A/V Preamplifier/Processor/Switcher/Amplifier/Receiver
Recognizing improvement in, or development of any new device that offers amplification and processing of audio and video signals, or any device that provides signal distribution capabilities.
- Flat Panel TV
Recognizing improvement in, or development of any new flat panel LCD or plasma video display.
- Projector
Recognizing improvement in, or development of any new front-projection device designed for home theater use.
- Projection Screen
Recognizing improvement in, or development of any new video display screen for viewing front-projection images in a home theater environment.
- Mount/Lift
Recognizing improvement in, or development of, any new a wall-mount or ceiling-mount device designed for flat-panel televisions or projectors in residential environments.
- Furniture, Seating and Acoustical Treatments
Recognizing development of acoustical panels or treatments that enhance the listening as well as the aesthetic environment.
- 3D Flat Panel/Projector
Recognizing development of a projection system or flat panel display designed to offer 3D viewing capability in a residential environment.
- Managed/Remote Services
Recognizing development of managed service devices designed to monitor the performance of multiple residential system devices remotely, enabling the integrator to take corrective action remotely or roll service vehicles preemptively.
Control and Automation
- Whole House Control
Recognizing improvement in, or development of any new device that enables the control of audio/video source components, lighting control, HVAC or security, and/or provides the signal routing of audio and/or video signals in a multi-room audio/video system without providing amplification.
- Multi-Room Touchscreen
Recognizing improvement in, or development of a new graphical user interface (either dedicated or iPhone/iPad) that is either mounted in a wall, placed on a tabletop or hand held to provide a user with a visually driven, icon-based way to access and control their whole-house automation, home theater or multi-room audio/video system. Separate winners will be selected for dedicated/non-dedicated devices.
- HVAC Integration System/Connected Thermostats
Recognizing improvement in, or development of new smart thermostats with remote access programmability that are controllable by whole-house automation systems.
- Keypads, Controls, Remotes & IR Extenders
Recognizing improvement in, or development of any new in-wall keypads or control for remote in-room control. Excluded from this category are touchscreen controls.
- Lighting Controls & Accessories
Recognizing improvement in, or development of new construction or retrofittable system or component that makes up a complete lighting control system or contributes to the expansion of control system options. Items like wallplates that are not integral to the functions of a system are not applicable.
- Integrated Security System/Module/Device
Recognizing improvement in, or development of a component or system for new construction or retrofit that makes up a complete security control system or contributes to the expansion of control system options. This category can include hardwired or wireless systems, and CCTV cameras for residential use.
Household Enhancements/Installation Accessories
- Gaming Consoles & Systems
Recognizing improvement in, or development of any computer or stand-alone device that facilitates gaming activities. These products need to have the ability to integrate into a home theater or multi-room A/V system, as well as the ability to support other gaming accessories such as seating, transducers, 480p video and at least two-channel audio.
- Power & Thermal Management Accessories
Recognizing improvement in, or development of any product used to manage, protect or condition electrical power or to manage the temperature of A/V system components.
- Outdoor A/V
Recognizing improvement in, or development of audio/video products designed for outdoor use, including displays, screens and speakers designed to withstand weather-related environmental conditions, including rain, wind and sunlight. Enclosures for these transducers must be at least weather resistant.
- A/V Cabling
Recognizing improvement in, or development of audio/video cabling (copper-based or fiber optic).
- Structured Wiring System
Recognizing improvement in, or development of structured wiring solutions, including multiport jacks, enclosures and data cabling and modules.
- Automated Shade Control System
Recognizing improvement in, or development of indoor or outdoor automated shade, drape and blind control, including motors, rollers, interfaces and shades themselves.
- Digital Phone System/Dedicated Intercom
Recognizing improvement in, or development of digital phone systems or dedicated intercom systems for residential use that integrate with a home’s A/V, control/security or phone functions.
- Central Vacuum
Recognizing improvement in, or development of central vacuum systems.
- Home Networking Device
Recognizing improvement in, or development of residential routers, switches, modems, Networked Attached Storage (NAS) and wireless access points for home networking solutions.
Alternative Energy
- Power Generating
Recognizing development of advancements in alternative energy power-generating devices such as solar panels, wind turbines or geothermal systems.
- Monitoring Devices
Recognizing development of advancements in energy monitoring systems, including “dashboards” designed to track energy usage and initiate automatic change to utility usage or enable the homeowner to initiate change via an interface.
Home Healthcare Technology
- Home Healthcare Technology
Recognizing development in digital home healthcare systems, including Personal Emergency Response Systems (PERS) and integrated systems.
Tools, Testing and Calibration
- Tools, Testing & Calibration
Any new or upgrade device used by professional integrators to assist them in the installation or service of a system.
Business Operations
- Software Application
Recognizing improvement in, or development of a back-office software system designed to assist dealers in creating proposals, ordering equipment, general accounting, system design or CRM
Accessories
- Accessories
Any new or upgrade peripheral device used as an add-on sale to a system.
Commercial Categories
- Digital Signage
Recognizing developments in commercial digital signage systems including long-run video transmission/switching, flat panels/monitors and mounting solutions, software and control interfaces.
- Video- and Teleconferencing
Recognizing developments in commercial video and audio teleconferencing systems.
- Commercial A/V
Recognizing developments in commercial A/V systems including large-display video/video walls, long-throw projection, automated lighting control, commercial interfaces including touchpanels, commercial loudspeakers and audio control systems, including mixing boards, line arrays and microphones.
- Commercial Networking
Recognizing developments in commercial networking equipment including switchers, routers, bridges, wireless access points, commercial racks and wire cable trays.
Best Overall Product
From all the entries received for the CE Pro BEST Awards, the judges will award a Best Overall Product.
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