A-BUS Bluetooth Local Input Module BTA-2

The BTA-2 is a wall-mounted local input module for A-BUS installations that allows the easy integration of any Bluetooth® audio source such as those from a phone or tablet. Whenever a Bluetooth signal is received, the BTA-2 will automatically switch the active audio source to the Bluetooth device, making it simple and easy to use by any homeowner.

The advanced Bluetooth radio module with aptX® audio encoding offers a higher quality audio signal whenever an aptX-enabled Bluetooth device is utilized as the music source.

The BTA-2 may be used with all A-BUS installations. For installations where more than one BTA-2 is desired, a Windows® software application is available free of charge to allow for custom naming of each BTA-2 as well as to allow for the use of a customized password for security purposes.

Standard Features
Simple addition to existing and new A-BUS installations
High quality Bluetooth audio using aptX
Automatic switching for the local Bluetooth source
Uses standard A-BUS wiring connections
Customizable name and password

There is certainly no magic formula for home theatre design, but there are plenty of ideas to go around.  Home theatre technology has gotten to the point where pretty much anything you desire can be done.  All it takes is the birth of the idea and then the technological know-how to get it done.  The bottom line is, if you can dream it, then it can be done.

Here are 5 home theatre design ideas you’ll be calling up an expert to help you with:

1. Solve the all-time number one question in home theatre design: “Which remote is it?”  Most homeowners are aware that there are universal remotes available, but the problem is that you have to be a techie to understand how to program one.  Thankfully there are home audio experts who do know how to do this so that you never have to ask that question again.
2. Build an integrated system with sound in each room—but no wires.  This idea may seem like it’s asking the impossible, but an expert in home theatre can help you accomplish this.  These days there is no need to have wires running every which way.  It just looks cluttered and outdated.  An expert will help you streamline your system while also putting music from your stereo in every room in the most unobtrusive way possible.
3. Put light controls in the palm of your hand.  When most homeowners think of home theatre design ideas, the lights are furthest from their minds.  However, this is one thing that can easily be taken care of by an expert who works on home audio.  Set access to the lights on your smart phone so that you can flip them on before you get home without having to leave them on all day.  You will have total control over your home.
4. Stop bellowing to each other from room to room.  With an intercom system, you can easily communicate with other family members without having to yell.  This system can be built right into your integrated audio system so that everything works together perfectly.
5. Match the décor with the equipment, and if it doesn’t match, then hide it.  There are many cabinets that are perfect to hide your home theatre systems in so that you don’t have to just leave them sitting out all the time.  Many of these cabinets can even be automated to operate at the push of a button so that you don’t even have to open them yourself.

Of course there are numerous things you can do with your home theatre design.  If you can dream it, a true expert in the field will be able to do it.  Today we no longer have to go to the cinema to get theatre quality sound.  All we have to do is have a system set up in our homes that provides an experience that is just as good as going to the movie theatre—only better because it’s right in your own home!

The experts at Northern Lakes are full of home theatre design ideas that will please any homeowner.  They will help you figure out which components will work best for the way your home is laid out.  If you are just replacing one component of an entire system, their technicians will also help you determine which component will be a good replacement that will still work well with the rest of the system.  There is practically no limit to what you can do.  Who need to go to the movies anymore?

Northern Lakes Audio Video will help you maximize your home entertainment experience through custom and upgraded installations.  Our technicians are well-versed in high tech installations that put factory standard setups to shame.  As a private company, our specialized services greatly outpace those offered by major big box retailers.  For the most part, these retailers do provide excellent standard service, but that is precisely what they offer—standard service.  They can’t offer customized services because they have to pay franchise commissions and other components of high overhead.

Here are the key benefits to choosing Northern Lakes Audio Video:

• Our technicians are fully trained and certified through CEDIA.  We also keep our techs up to date on the latest technologies by offering them continuing education in their field.
• We offer quality service at a price that’s often as much as 30 percent lower than our competitors because we don’t have to deal with high overhead like big box retailers do.
• Our specialists will help you create a home entertainment system that is easy to use and convenient rather than just standard.
• Complete residential and commercial service in Barrie and the surrounding area.

We can also help you get rid of that pile of remotes on your coffee table.  Entertainment should not be confusing, so by eliminating some of the remotes you have to use, we take the fuss out of electronic entertainment.  We’ll get you set up with just one remote that controls all of your electronics.

Northern Lakes Audio Video carries the entire line of Universal remotes.  Our technicians will customize the remove for you so that you don’t have to wonder how to get your entertainment center to do what you want it to do.  With some simple programming, the push of a single button can turn on the television or stereo and dim the lights at the same time.  Electronics also now have their place with your hot tub.  New remotes can withstand water, so there are no concerns about dropping it into the hot tub or pool if you need to change the channel or adjust the volume.

We’ll even take care of all the little details you don’t normally think about when it comes to your entertainment system.  We can customize the lighting in your home to maximize your experience and create the environment you really want for entertainment.  How many big box retailers take the whole picture of your entertainment space into account?

When it comes to car audio installation, some guys are just too macho to admit they need or want help.  Some think the job is a breeze, so they can save a ton of money doing it themselves.  But is it really worth the headache you make for yourself?  Here are three reasons you need a professional to take care of your car audio installation.

• You just never know what’s going to happen.  It’s true that factory installation of any car audio system is generally standard, but you can’t know what that means for every vehicle on the market.  This one is especially true if you are dealing with a make or model of car that you’ve never worked on before.  Professionals have worked on every make and model of car, so they already know what to expect.  They’ll even be able to do a quick workaround in the event of something not being as it usually is.  For example, if you bought a used car, it doesn’t necessarily mean that you’ve got factory standard installation on the car audio system in there.
• Specialized car audio systems need specialized installations.  Sometimes it’s less of an issue about knowing what’s in the car and more of a problem with knowing precisely how the brand of car audio system you bought will actually hook into your car.  It is always best to leave it to a professional who works with these systems all day long.
• Your car audio system will be operating at peak performance.  Professionals even know plenty of hints and tricks to maximize the system you purchase, so it just makes sense to let them handle the installation.  If you’re going the custom audio route, the process will probably be a major headache anyway, and the only way you can make sure that everything gets installed properly is to hire a professional to do it.  Car audio systems are quite expensive, especially if they are custom, and it’s not worth saving a few bucks on installation just to risk damaging such a pricy piece of equipment.

If you’re spending the money on a new car audio system, spend just a little more and have a professional do it.  There are just some jobs that should never be do-it-yourself, and car audio installation is one of them.  Northern Lakes will take care of all your car audio needs in the Barrie area.

There is much more than meets the eye when it comes to lighting control installations.  Sure, the whole setup is neat when you’ve got it all set up, but shining light in tricky areas that are otherwise light is just part of the package.  Did you know that lighting control installations can save you a lot of money?

Here’s how it works.

1. Light accounts for about 20 percent of your electric bill, but lighting control installations can help minimize that amount by making sure that light is used more effectively.  Sometimes all it takes is changing where the lights are located or which way the bulbs point.  An expert in lighting control installations will examine your home and look for minor adjustments that can add up to big savings on your electric bill.
2. Lower intensities not only save you money, but make your home look better.  It’s true that we need a certain amount of light to see, but higher light intensities can be hard on the eyes.  While you’re trying to light your home, you just might be creating headaches for yourself literally if the lights are too bright.  Lighting control installations will allow you to use lower intensity bulbs throughout your home.
3. You’ll spend less money on light bulbs each year.  When you have lighting control installations in place, using lower intensity bulbs will make them last 35 percent longer.
4. Sometimes having the right lighting is less about saving money and more about the décor.  Lighting control installations cover all the bases, allowing you to create custom lighting experiences throughout your home.  If you feel like you’ve never got enough light in one particular area, a professional can help you figure it out.  Lighting is also an important part of the décor, so lighting control installations can be used to highlight parts of the room as well.

Lighting is one part of the home that is often overlooked until there is not enough light for a particular task.  But when you take control of the lighting in your home, the opportunities are unlimited.  Northern Lakes AV provides lighting control installations that will save you money and also make your home look stunning.  You can’t afford to forget about lighting until it is too late.  It should be part of your regular plan and also play a major role when it comes to making your home more energy efficient.

Often anything having to do with electronics is enough to scare most people off because it sounds like it will be complicated, but home theatre installations for your systems do not have to be difficult. They do not even require a lot of technical knowledge if you are just going for a very basic home theatre installation. No matter what kind of systems you have in place at home, there are certain rules and safety tips you should always follow.

1. Always turn off the electricity. This tip for home theatre installations and systems should go without saying, but you would be surprised how many people forget to simply turn the power off to the part of the home they are working on.  This is a basic tip about safety when working with electronics.
2. Check the surroundings. Before you begin setup, make sure that you have enough outlets in the area where your home theatre installations of systems will go. You should use a power strip for large amounts of electronics, but also consider things like airflow in the area. If your home theatre is blocked in too much and air is not allowed to flow around it, then thesystem could overheat. Having this happen repeatedly can damage it beyond repair.
3. Make sure you have the right parts. Some electronics stores sell packages to help with home theatre installations for various systems. While these kits can help you make sure that you’ve got everything you need for the vast array of hook ups you’ll be doing, they can also be more expensive. To save a little money, it is always best to have a professional help you get what you need.
4. Match colours with like colours. One of the most basic things you can learn about home theatre installations is to match colors with colors. Audio and video cables are colour-coded for a reason. Learn to follow the colours. Also read the labels on the systemsto match what you are connecting.

Of course if you have a more complicated system, it always pays to ask a professional. Hooking up a single television to a surround sound system is one thing, but when you have multiple connections being made, it’s time to call in an expert.

Northern Lakes provides home theatre installations and systems, including simplification of your remote controls, upgrading your equipment, and even programming your cell phone to turn all the lights in your home on when you get home.