Today's Unprecedented AV Performance May Mean Now

Today's home entertainment offers unsurpassed experiences once only dreamed of. From high-performance audio-video available in every room with a single touch to home theaters that rival the local cineplex, it's a world awash in possibilities for your New Orleans, LA, home. 

Because these systems advance so quickly, it can be difficult to determine when it's time for an upgrade. In the past, some standard lifespans included 10 years for a TV, up to 20 years for a speaker, and nearly seven years for a universal remote. 

Times have changed. 

Here, we'll explore some of the unique considerations in today's high-performance home entertainment and answer the question: When is it time to upgrade your home AV and entertainment? 

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Wires and Equipment in Plain Sight

Today's homeowners are big on maintaining their home's aesthetics. In response, AV manufacturers have created ingenious ways to hide big black boxes, displays, and speakers. 

If you can see wires leading to power strips and all your AV equipment, such as Blu-ray players, receivers, and amps, it's time for an upgrade. A distributed AV system tucks all your AV sources into a closet, wiring the AV signals to every TV and speaker. 

You can even hide your displays behind panels and paintings and install in-wall and in-ceiling speakers that all but disappear. This will leave you with a pristine home and awe-inspiring sounds and images.

Outdated Displays and Speakers

Of course, your sound and images can only be as good as the TV and speakers they emerge from. If the pictures and audio you're experiencing don't leave you spellbound, it may be time for a change. 

Today's OLED technology delivers unprecedented images, vibrant details, and lifelike immersion, even in rooms with significant ambient light. For the most realistic audio, you'll need to integrate a Dolby Atmos-enabled receiver with your hidden speakers. 

Incompatibility Between Devices

If you still have a different remote in every room and three in the main entertainment space, it's definitely time for an upgrade. 

As smart home technology evolves, so does the integration between your many connected devices. Integrating a home automation platform enables you to manage your entire AV system, indoors and out, from a touchscreen or remote. You can even use voice commands.

To further your entertainment experience, you can incorporate lighting and shades for the ultimate ease and refinement. Press a 'Movie Night' button, and the TV and audio turn on while the lighting dims and the shades lower. When you're ready to kick back and relax, tap the 'Relax' button, and the lights transform into the colors of the setting sun while soft ambient music drifts through your home. 

Working with AV Consultants

With the advanced features found in today's AV, there are limitless possibilities and experiences. At Campo Better Living, we're excited to share the latest technology that elevates your everyday life, and nothing enhances your life more than today's incredible home entertainment. 

Our AV consultants, designers, and integrators ensure a system that exceeds your expectations and rivals the best AV in commercial venues. To learn more about upgrading your current system or to schedule a complimentary consultation, contact Campo Better Living today.