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Power Amplifiers, Demystified by Your AV Professionals

As with most modern technology (just think of the iPhone!) power amplifiers have gotten slimmer and lighter in recent years. Previous models took up four rack spaces and weighed nearly 80 pounds. Comparable amps today take up a mere two rack spaces, weigh less than half the weight of previous models, and deliver more than [...]

The Difference Between an Audio Visual Installer and an AV Design Consultant

What’s in a name? Members of the audio visual industry have a number of names for ourselves, from audio visual dealers to systems integrators. In Sound & Communications’ Annual Audio Visual Integrators survey, published this summer, one survey question asked respondents what they call their business. While it’s true that different names reflect, to a [...]

How to Turn Your Restaurant Audio System in to the Ultimate Marketing Tool

New York restaurant owners know having audio visual systems that provide an experience the same, or better, than what guests can get at home is critical to success in our highly competitive city. But it’s sometimes hard to justify the ROI on installing dozens of ceiling speakers for perfectly distributed sound or mounting plasma or [...]

Audio Visual Systems Manufacturer Spotlight: Crestron

December 6th, 2012 Posted by JDSystems in Blog, Crestron Control Systems

JD Systems may be one of the top systems integration firms in Staten Island and the New York tri-state area, but we don’t do it alone. Our supply chain partners and vast vendor network give us the opportunity to specify the right AV gear for any commercial installation project. In the coming weeks, we’ll recognize [...]

Commercial Control Systems: 6 Must-Haves for Your New York Venue

Control systems often represent the most significant budget item in a professional audio visual integration project. While dozens of HDTV screens can add up to thousands of dollars, the control system may be the largest single investment in a commercial audio visual systems installation. It’s important to make the right choice in control systems, selecting [...]