Kickstart Your Entertainment with Smart Home Integration 

When researching your surround sound installation, you may have looked up the best audio formats for immersive sound and the best high-performance home theater speakers. You may even have looked into AV receivers, the outputs they offer, and the content they’re compatible with. 

These queries are a great start, but it’s important not to forget the cherry on top: smart home integration. Even the best AV systems will go to waste if they’re not easy to use. Explore some benefits of integrating your surround sound with your smart home technology. 

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Seamless Control 

AV systems often become a nightmare without the right controls. You end up with a different remote to power the receiver, speakers, and sources. By connecting your surround sound to a smart home platform, you manage all your entertainment, including audio, video, and lighting, from a single interface of your choosing. Opt for a universal remote, elegant touchpad, or even voice commands. 

No-Frills Setup 

Don’t waste time preparing the room when it’s time for movie night or game day. Smart home technology allows you to transform the space instantly for any application using preset scenes. For example, pull up a “Movie” scene that dims the lights, adjusts the thermostat, closes the blinds, turns on your surround sound to your preferred audio settings, and pulls up your favorite streaming service. 

Whole-Home Entertainment

The final reason we recommend smart home integration is the ability to spread the reach of your content. Make your surround sound part of your multi-room audio system so you can listen to the same music on your home theater speakers as on the in-ceiling ones in the kitchen. If you start watching the game in your theater, keep the broadcast going outdoors when you start grilling. 

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