2022 SPEAKERS

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Wednesday 14th September

Aiden Jones
Blustream

10.00 – HDBaseT training

Synopsis

Presented by the HDBaseT approved training team at Blustream, the 1.15 hour course provides a detailed introduction to HDBaseT technology and best practices for installation. Attendees will specifically learn about the science behind HDBaseT, the elements of 5-Play integration and recommended installation guidelines. Once completed, all attendees will receive a personal certificate, official HDBaseT installer digital logo, certified HDBaseT installer T-Shirt and AVIXA development points. Places will be limited so please register your interest ASAP.

Peter Aylett
CEDIA

11.30 – CEDIA

Synopsis

Reference? What’s that, exactly?

Standards ensure consistency of experience, and the experience in a high performance entertainment space is defined by the totality of many different elements all coming together. This talk will discuss some of those elements that we do have control over from an engineering perspective, and how the new CEDIA Recommended Practices finally put peer-reviewed objective metrics, at four different levels, around many of the audio and video elements that dominate the user experience.

Barry Sheldrick
Meridian Audio

12.05 – DbM

Synopsis

Traditional analogue and digital audio matrixes are point to point, subject to introducing noise, low fidelity and runs outside of the network architecture. What does the future look like? We’ve been using ethernet connections in network for years, it is well understood, utilises standardised connectors and universal switches. Dante and AES67 offer integrators a simple, high quality, universal, noise-free and easy distribution of audio all over the home or yacht. Join us to learn more about these systems, what they mean for your business and how to get on board.

Nicholas Bovill
Snap One

12.40 – Snap One

Synopsis

The most important technology in today’s smart home is the network; if the network isn’t quite right and/or been planned out and installed efficiently, a return to site is inevitable. Snap One presents an insight into Networking best practices, overcoming common issues and an overview to working with standard networking tools and applications.

Andy Oattes
Fine Sounds UK

13.15 – Fine Sounds UK

Synopsis

Ci-Fi – Why performance Matters

What is Ci-Fi (Custom Install High Fidelity) and why does it matter? In this presentation, we will explore music and video consumption trends, including various formats to IP and ask what the future holds. This course will also examine the evolution of Cinema and Immersive Audio, will emphasise the “power and art of the demonstration”, focus on designing systems to maximise consumer happiness; while also top-down selling and how to create a profitable business. The best outcome is a very happy customer and a profitable project.

Jason Girardier
Snap One

13.50 – Snap One

Synopsis

Join Snap One to explore how an automated home can be good for the planet and for people; by exploring existing ideas, technologies, and solutions – as well as future innovations. Not only will this session educate you as an integrator, but it will give you useful tips for positioning the concept with design professionals and specifiers.

Ricky Campitelli
simPRO

14.25 – simPRO

Synopsis

simPRO will be speaking at Ei Live! this September. Based around RMR (Recurring Monthly Revenue) we will open the floor to questions and discuss how simPRO can help. RMR allows businesses to upsell, maintain and strengthen their relationships as well as increase revenue from existing customers and maintain cash flow.

If you have any questions, please visit us on stand 83b, where simPRO will be waiting to answer any questions you have. In the meantime, please visit https://www.simprogroup.com/uk to learn more about what we can offer businesses to improve processes and profitability.

Paul Foulkes
KNX UK

15.00 – KNX UK

Synopsis

KNX central to new building regulations.

In line with the recent changes to Buildings Regulations Paul Foulkes highlights how KNX is central to achieving these from both an economical and ecological standpoint.  He highlights the opportunities these changes are bringing to KNX Integrators, especially in view of the alternative solutions mentioned in the new Part O regulations.  He will also talk about the importance for Integrators to be involved at the early planning stage of each project to bring their expertise to overcome issues and to ensure client needs are met. If you are not yet a KNX Certified integrator, he will be telling you how to do that as well.

Oliver Barlow
Aico

15.35 – Technology to Promote Resident Safety and Provide Safer Homes

Synopsis

With technological advancements progressing the connected home, we examine how this translates to resident safety, the benefits it can bring to proactive management of housing stock and how this facilitates a solution-focused approach. We also examine another dimension to resident safety through monitoring home health data and see how smarter, healthier homes lead to safer communities.

Thursday 15th September

Andy Reakes
Electrotechnical Certification Scheme (ECS)

10.00 – Electrotechnical Certification Scheme (ECS)

Synopsis

Home Technology Integration – Competence, Building Safety and Raising the Bar

With the Building Safety Act now in force and the launch of the Building Safety Regulator later this year, there is a huge amount of work and focus on the skills, knowledge and experience of individuals working in people’s homes. In the AV sector, organisations are collaborating on how to raise the bar, improve safety, and enhance recognition of contractors that design, manufacture and integrate technology. We will take a look through what is likely to change and why you should take pride to show off your skills, training and experience in an industry which is better connecting families in the home.

Andy Oattes
Fine Sounds UK

10.35 – Fine Sounds UK

Synopsis

Ci-Fi – Why performance Matters

What is Ci-Fi (Custom Install High Fidelity) and why does it matter? In this presentation, we will explore music and video consumption trends, including various formats to IP and ask what the future holds. This course will also examine the evolution of Cinema and Immersive Audio, will emphasise the “power and art of the demonstration”, focus on designing systems to maximise consumer happiness; while also top-down selling and how to create a profitable business. The best outcome is a very happy customer and a profitable project.

Nicholas Bovill
Snap One

11.10 – Snap One

Synopsis

The most important technology in today’s smart home is the network; if the network isn’t quite right and/or been planned out and installed efficiently, a return to site is inevitable. Snap One presents an insight into Networking best practices, overcoming common issues and an overview to working with standard networking tools and applications.

Charlotte Oakman
Visualization

11.45 – Visualization

Synopsis

Social Media made simple

Social media has fast become a necessary activity in business, creating a wave that will leave you behind if you don’t get on board. During this session, Charlotte will provide an overview on the key elements involved in building your online presence. With 11 years of AV marketing experience, she will share knowledge around the different platforms available, along with hints and tips to help you leverage tools and techniques which will develop awareness of your brand and grow your audience.

Iain Gordon
KNX UK

12.20 – KNX UK

Synopsis

Cyber-attacks on smart building control systems

Iain discusses the potential for cyber-attacks on smart building control systems, what has happened to date, where the weak spots in a system are and how to ensure your clients security. KNX takes these threats seriously and has been ahead of the curve for some years with KNX Secure, but it is the responsibility of the individual Integrator to ensure each client’s installation is secure. The KNX UK Code of Conduct and Project Management Toolkit, provides support to Integrators and offers peace of mind to end-users.

Jason Girardier
Snap One

12.55 – Snap One

Synopsis

Join Snap One to explore how an automated home can be good for the planet and for people; by exploring existing ideas, technologies, and solutions – as well as future innovations. Not only will this session educate you as an integrator, but it will give you useful tips for positioning the concept with design professionals and specifiers.

Oliver Barlow
Aico

13.30 – Technology to Promote Resident Safety and Provide Safer Homes

Synopsis

With technological advancements progressing the connected home, we examine how this translates to resident safety, the benefits it can bring to proactive management of housing stock and how this facilitates a solution-focused approach. We also examine another dimension to resident safety through monitoring home health data and see how smarter, healthier homes lead to safer communities.