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What is Anthem Room Correction (ARC)? Anthem

Do Anthem amps have a warm sound or a bright sound? Anthem

I could just buy a 4K Blu-Ray player and get the highest quality… Why buy Kaleidescape instead? Kaleidescape

What types of speaker solutions does Paradigm offer? Paradigm

Paradigm claims to be able to deliver very high sound quality, how is this achieved? Paradigm

Where are Paradigm products made? Paradigm

Are there any products that really sum up the Paradigm approach? Paradigm

What are some of the technologies unique to Paradigm? Paradigm

What research has Paradigm undertaken to find out what makes good speaker design? Paradigm

What knowledge about how humans perceive sound is applied when creating Paradigm speakers? Paradigm

What is D-BOX? D-BOX

What components do I need to create a D-Box system? D-BOX

Are Anthem systems better suited for music or for movies? Anthem

You sell a three-actuator system and a four-actuator D-Box system. What are the advantages and disadvantages? D-BOX

How does the HEMC recognise the content in a D-Box system D-BOX

How many movies have a D-BOX mix? D-BOX

Does D-BOX only work with movies? D-BOX

How do I control my D-BOX seat? D-BOX

How many seats can I have in a D-BOX system? D-BOX

What cables do I need for D-BOX to work? D-BOX

Do I need a subscription for D-Box? D-BOX

Can you install D-BOX in any chair? D-BOX

What is different/special about SIM2? SIM2

Should I leave Anthem amps on 24 hours a day? Anthem

Does Sim2 offer HDR compatibility? SIM2

What other connectivity options are there with Sim2? SIM2

Why is HDR Important? What difference will I notice with a Sim2 product? SIM2

What is SIM2 Live Colors Calibration software? SIM2

What is SIM2 HDR DUO/ HDR DUO PLUS SIM2

What product options does Sim2 offer? SIM2

What is Digital Projection’s area of expertise? Digital Projection

What are some of Digital Projection's technical milestones? Digital Projection

What does Digital Projection’s commitment to Quality Management System ISO9001:2015 mean? Digital Projection

Is there a particular part of the home cinema market Digital Projection focuses on? Digital Projection

I never turn the volume up very high. Will the most powerful Anthem amp still sound better? Anthem

How does Digital Projection achieve this high-level of performance? Digital Projection

What is the Digital Projection Satellite MLS system? Digital Projection

What does Prismasonic deliver? Prismasonic

How would Prismasonic describe its approach? Prismasonic

Why choose a Prismasonic Anamorphic lens? Prismasonic

Why is Vicoustic room acoustics treatment so relevant? Vicoustic

What types of acoustic solutions does Vicoustic offer? Vicoustic

How can I establish which Vicoustic treatments are needed for my space? Vicoustic

Vicoustic claims to be the world’s leading force in acoustics innovation. How is this achieved? Vicoustic

How is Vicoustic committed to sustainability and making a more conscientious product? Vicoustic

How can Vicoustic's solutions increase sustainability, health and comfort? Vicoustic

When setting up a video matrix it can be a challenge to integrate audio with a smart TV, particularly when switching from matrix to internal app. Does Pulse-Eight have a solution? Pulse Eight

My client only has a single CAT6 cable going to each video output zone, can Pulse-Eight provide a solution for installing Smart TVs in those zones? Pulse Eight

I have a Pulse-Eight neo:4 Professional Matrix, but need to send 4K (4:2:0) 70m, how is this done? Pulse Eight

How can I control Sky Q / HD via CEC on a Pulse-Eight Matrix when I only want to use my TV remote? Pulse Eight

I want to see SkyQ 2TB in 4K, but one of my older TVs has a Maximum Res of 1080p, how can I ensure I get 4K on the rest of the zones using Pulse-Eight Pulse Eight

Is Pulse Cinemas a CEDIA Member?

I have had issues in the past with competitor's baluns needing restarting after installation - do Pulse-Eight’s require the same? Pulse Eight

When partnering Pulse-Eight and Control4, do I need IR receivers on my screens? Pulse Eight

How do I power the receivers at the TV end of my Pulse-Eight matrix installation? Pulse Eight

Does Pulse-Eight really manufacture in Britain? Pulse Eight

When using Pulse-Eight, how do I know if my TVs are fully CEC compatible? Pulse Eight

What is Screen Research’s ClearPix technology? Screen Research

Why should I use a Screen Research ClearPix screen? Screen Research

Does Screen Research have a solution for the moiré effect produced by some perforated screens when using DLP, LCD, and other fixed pixel projectors? Screen Research

Are ‘grey’ screens really necessary when using a DLP projector? Screen Research

Are Screen Research ClearPix screens most suitable for CRTs, LCDs, or DLPs? Screen Research

How does Anthem ARC room correction software work? Anthem

Do I need a special speaker layout for use with Screen Research ClearPix screens? Screen Research

Should I place all three front speakers behind a Screen Research ClearPix screen? Screen Research

Where should I place the centre speaker when using a Screen Research product? Screen Research

Do Screen Research ClearPix fabrics affect sound clarity? Screen Research

Do Screen Research products reflect some sound back towards the speakers, and blur high-frequency detail, like some other perforated screens? Screen Research

Will a Screen Research rolling/drop down screen flap or move when sound waves pass through? Screen Research

What types of mounting are available for Screen Research products? Screen Research

What Screen Research sizes are available? Screen Research

How do I know what size of Screen Research product I need? Screen Research

Screen Research ClearPix2 fabrics exhibit a structure. Is that going to affect image quality? Screen Research

What is bass management? And can Anthem ARC help? Anthem

How do you attach the screen material to a fixed frame Screen Research product Screen Research

How do I know Screen Research products are really as good as you say? Screen Research

What types of functionality can RTI deliver? RTI

Can I design my own RTI GUI? RTI

Is RTI just for domestic installations? RTI

Can I use RTI for distributed audio? RTI

What can RTI Integrate with? RTI

What options are available for RTI end user control? RTI

How is RTI programmed? RTI

Who is Anthem ARC: Genesis designed for? Anthem

Do you offer RTI training to dealers? RTI

How do I know if Lutron is compatible with the LED product I want to use? Lutron

I would like to add voice control to my Lutron system. What would you recommend going with? Lutron

Can I use Lutron for external lights as well as internal? Lutron

How does Lutron react when there is a power cut? Lutron

How easy is to add Lutron motorised window treatments to a project? Lutron

How do I use Anthem ARC Genesis Anthem

What happens with the Lutron RA2 Select RF system if I lose internet connection, or the Wi-Fi router stops working? Lutron

How long do the batteries last in Lutron RF operated products? Lutron

Where can I see a Lutron system working? Lutron

What are the main selling points of Lutron RA2 Select? Lutron

How durable are NEAR speakers? Near Loudspeakers

How flexible is the NEAR line up? Near Loudspeakers

What is the sound quality like with NEAR speakers Near Loudspeakers

What are the different NEAR models/systems available? Near Loudspeakers

What is special about the NEAR tweeter used in all the speakers? Near Loudspeakers

Where are Fortress Seating products made? Fortress Seating

When using Anthem ARC Genesis how do I deal with sub-woofers that have built-in equalisation or room correction Anthem Paradigm

Can I customise the dimensions of Fortress Seating products? Fortress Seating

Can the user prove their own upholstery when ordering a Fortress Seating product? Fortress Seating

Can I do a custom design for Fortress Seating to create? Fortress Seating

Approximately how long does it take to create a Fortress Seating product? Fortress Seating

Where do I get ARC Genesis? Anthem

Are Anthem amps bridgeable? Anthem

What is Kaleidescape? Kaleidescape

How is it different to Streaming from the likes of Apple / Sky / Netflix? Kaleidescape

I have a disc collection, can I transfer it over? Kaleidescape

How many movies are available? Kaleidescape

Why is Kaleidescape any different to other ‘Movie Server’ products? Kaleidescape

How expensive are movies on the Kaleidescape Store? Kaleidescape

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Kaleidescape will discontinue the sale of all Premiere system components as of July 31, 2020. Kaleidescape

What Alcons Audio products Does Pulse Cinemas Offer? Alcons Audio

What technologies and performance characteristics make Alcons Audio so special? Alcons Audio

Where can I see Alcons Audio demonstrated in the UK? Alcons Audio

Can my customers up-grade their current Kaleidescape system for a new more advanced unit? Kaleidescape

Can owners rent movies from Kaleidescape in the UK? Kaleidescape

Which Kaleidescape product has the largest capacity? Kaleidescape

What is the Lutron RA 2 Select System? Lutron

Why should I purchase Lutron from Pulse Cinemas? Lutron

What are NEAR Loudspeakers? Near Loudspeakers

Does Paradigm have any exterior speaker options? Paradigm

Where can I hear Paradigm demonstrated in the UK? Paradigm

What is the Founder Series by Paradigm? Paradigm

What types of products does Pixelgen Design offer? Pixelgen Design

What does Prismasonic manufacture? Prismasonic

What are the different Prismasonic product options? Prismasonic

What is an anamorphic lens and when should I use one? Prismasonic

What is RTI Music? RTI

What is the Screen Research Configurator? Screen Research

What Is The Kaleidescape Warranty Period Policy For New Products? Kaleidescape

What is the procedure for enabling E-ARC audio from a TV to an Anthem MRX540? Anthem

How do I set up my Kaleidescape and access the store Kaleidescape

Are the Paradigm Décor Soundbars custom width options refering to the diagonal or the width of the TV? Paradigm

Is Kaleidescape equipment compliant to HDMI-CEC? Kaleidescape

Where do Kaleidescape film sound tracks come from? Kaleidescape

What is the Screen Research Configurator and how does it help? Screen Research