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Homemanageables is joining the iPhone revolution, unveiling its first iPhone application here at CEDIA Expo 2008.

The company's application lets customers remotely control their home automation systems.

Controllable devices include: lighting, temperatures, window shades, thermostats, clock radios and more.

Users can organize settings and actions for different locations. The "My Modules" feature enables control of either devices or rooms.

"The iPhone application is an exciting new feature we've added to our mix," says Jay M. Miller, Homemanageables' VP of strategic development.

"This new iPhone application lets Homemanageables customers cut energy bills and save money while simplifying their lives."

Homemanageables' iPhone application is available for existing clients only. It's available free from Apple's App Store.

Lifeware, Crestron and Savant have also introduced iPhone apps here at CEDIA.

Savant is adding an application to enable two-way command of Rosie home control systems via iPhone or iPod touch.

The new app, introduced here at CEDIA Expo 2008, offers two-way communication from feedback-capable devices for the following systems on the Rosie on-screen display:

• Lighting
• HVAC
• Security cameras
• Supported audio/video equipment

The app has the "gesture" control and "tilt" sensors found on both the iPhone and iPod touch.

It also includes "themed interfaces" that can be customized by Savant dealers. Savant's application will soon be available from the iPhone App Store for $199.

Crestron also announced an iPhone app at CEDIA by hanging the biggest iPhone ever from its booth.

Check out some more iPhone applications for home automation and control.

HAI is adding support for Pronto Link to the Philips TSU9800 Pronto remote.

Pronto Link, a ProntoScript integration module, allows a homeowner to use one remote to control home theaters, adjust lights, temperatures, security and multiroom audio systems.

Pronto Link is compatible with all Ethernet-enabled HAI Omni and Lumina controllers. Screens are programmed in Pronto Link so installers can merge HAI functionality into a standard Pronto project.

The TSU9800 features a 6.4-inch VGA color screen and a docking station that offers ambient lighting and the option to hide cables.

HAI, which is on hand here at CEDIA Expo 2008 (booth 868), has already released ProntoScript modules for the Philips TSU9600 and TSU9400.

The ProntoScript integration will be available in September as a free download from the Pronto Web site.

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D-Tools is releasing its latest version of its System Integrator Software — SI5.5.

The upgrade includes an emphasis on project management and is a reflection of input from its dealers, according to Tim Bigoness, vice president of marketing.

"They were telling us, 'We need more powerful management tools.'"

SI 5.5, which is being demonstrated here at CEDIA Expo 2008 at booth 209, enables integrators to create detailed projects.

These include: automated proposals, scheduling, pick lists, purchase orders, drawings and additional documents that aid the integration process.

Bigoness says the SI5.5 comes at a time when dealers need it most, alluding to the slow construction market and down economy.

"It's more important then ever for these guys to understand profit per project," he says.

New features in SI5.5 include:

• Tools and functionality geared towards better management of system integrations
• Improved scheduling tools for both work and…

Moondog Digital and Double Century Software have merged to provide both media conversion software and services under one company.

"The growth of each individual organization will now combine to create new cross-market synergies," says Craig Kelker, president of Moondog Digital.

"Running each group individually since 2004 allowed for each group to serve different markets. As each company expanded services and offerings, the lines started to blur."

Double Century's hands-free CD ripping and DVD processing product, RoboStation, will be rebranded under the Moondog Digital name. New partnerships with companies like Crestron Electronics, Kaleidescape, and Russound have fallen under the Moondog Digital brand.

The merger of back office systems, long-standing partnerships, and other collateral will continue throughout calendar year 2008.

"As the media conversion industry has matured, we want to leverage the expertise and abilities of both our technical staff and our seasoned conversion processes and programs," says Kelker. "This merger is another step…

Qsonix is introducing its new Version 2.45 software for its Q110 music systems.

The new software offers three upgrades:

• MusicGiants built-in music store with more search features
• FLAC lossless digital audio support
• Optional WAV uncompressed audio supportThe new search features allow users to browse for music by track, not just album or artist.
  
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  Qsonix offers 15-inch (TS15) and 17-inch models (TS17) of its Q110 tabletop music system. The 17-inch model was introduced in April with v2.2 software and can burn CDs during playback.
  
  The Q110 music system can manage up to 4,200 CD in lossless format and up to 18,000 CDs in compressed mode. Qsonix's tabletop models can be mounted on a tabletop or wall.
  
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BidMagic has unveiled a new project management solution called Project Calendar.

Designed for AV installation companies, this Web-based module has a calendar interface that creates work orders and schedules installations, dispatch service and support.

Projects can be managed from any location over the Internet without requiring software.

The software also has Customer Relationship Management (CRM) features that have lead and sales pipeline tracking for sales teams.

"Our new Project Calendar is designed for busy installation companies who need an easy-to-use solution for project management," says BidMagic president Richard Riehl.

"This provides sophisticated project management combined with scheduling and dispatching all on a shared calendar interface."

The software sends work orders to the calendar where projects and tasks can be assigned and tracked.

BidMagic will start shipping the Product Calendar in September. It will be displayed at the company's booth (358) at CEDIA Expo 2008. BidMagic…

Denver, CO -- CEDIA 2007 -- September 6, 2007 -- CustomTrack is proud to present the first job tracking software designed with the end consumer in mind. CustomTrack is a unique customer service and marketing tool. With this system, the clients of the custom A/V shop will be able to literally "see" the progress of their installation through the Internet and your interactive web site.

This software is a web based script to be run in conjunction with the shop's website. It allows the shop's clients and builders to login and view updates on their current project, including pictures and notes. It also allows them to review their proposal and submit questions and concerns to the shop through the web portal. Additional modules are available for such things as forum integration, basic bill payment for deposit and balances, and soon to come a stand alone scheduling application.

CustomTrack has a full working demo on their website located at: http://www.customtrack.net

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