Mark and Dan discuss the difference between custom install and folks who connect things. Your "neighbor or brother in law" who are self proclaimed "tech guys" are not professionals and we will get into the differences between the quality of the work. We also talk about a story where someone had bad work done, so bad in fact, he sued the other guy, and won.
Aug 15, 2023
45 min
Mark and Dan talk about a category of technology that is relatively unknown by the general public. Dramatically misunderstood, these systems are none the less awesome, scalable, reliable, cool, complex, have an incredible history, and are perfect in the right application!!
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Aug 8, 2023
37 min
On todays episode we talk about home theaters, what are they? what is included? Projection Screens, and TVs, understanding surround sound formats, including stereo, 5.1, Dolby Atmos, Acoustic Panels and their uses, including star field ceilings, lighting, Home Automation control systems, and Mark talks about a high end room, the "wonderful theater" that includes 9 McIntosh mono blocks, Sony 1025 projector, ALR screen, KEF in-wall speakers, 4 sub woofers, and more!!
Aug 1, 2023
36 min
Take the tech you have inside, OUTSIDE!!! We cover outdoor WiFi, TVs, Projectors, Music systems, Lighting, Screens and Shades, Heaters and More!!!!! As you listen you will find ideas and inspiration for your next outdoor project!!
Jul 25, 2023
45 min
Welcome to the lighting overview!!
I want to turn off every light in my house with one button press, but I don't want to spend $100,000.
Episode 5
We cover Generic lights, bulbs, and strips, like Philips Hue, and others. We cover smart switches for single rooms, and their potential applications. We talk about control system lighting, including DMX, and even the highest end centralized lighting systems, where there are no light switches on the walls (just keypads!!!).
Keep the conversation going, we would love to hear from you!!!!
Jul 18, 2023
47 min
Join us as we talk through the different overall strategies of home audio!!!! We talk about music throughout the house aka Distributed Audio, including zoned audio, the basics for surround sound or just sound for TV, how to think through the Frame TV audio, basics on sound-bars, different types of wire designs, different types of speakers throughout the house including INVISIBLE SPEAKERS, audiophile grade sound in a Library, and more!!!
Jul 11, 2023
44 min
Transform Your Living Space into a High-Tech Haven with Jaw-Dropping Hacks: Understanding Ethernet, Speaker Wire, Coax, Fiber, and Beyond! Revolutionize Your Home with Epic Prewiring: From Comfort, Style, Entertainment, and Smart Living! Discover the Insane Secrets to Wiring Your Way to Total Control of Music, TV, Shades, Lighting, Cameras, and Beyond! Don't Miss Out on This Mind-Blowing Guide to Elevate Your Home to the Future!"
Jun 23, 2023
34 min
"From Internet Woes to Supercharged Connectivity: Unleash the Ultimate Home Network Secrets! Dive into the World of Routers, Switches, and Wireless Marvels for Unstoppable Internet Bliss! Don't Miss Out on Outdoor WiFi Hacks and Jaw-Dropping Design Fails!"
Jun 23, 2023
37 min
Welcome to The Sound of Design with Mark and Dan! Get to know Mark and Dan!
Jun 23, 2023
27 min