Vantage Control’s BriteTouch Wins RESI Award
Residential Systems Magazine Names the BriteTouch Best Wall Keypad
September 9, 2004 — Vantage Control’s BriteTouch received the RESI
Award for ’Best Wall Keypad” at a reception honoring the most
innovative product designs in the custom installation industry.
As winners of the first RESI awards, these 12 companies have set the standard for aesthetic design and high-performance engineering,’ said Jeremy Glowacki, editor of Residential Systems. ’In fact, all of the finalists were impressive and should be recognized by their dealers for their craftsmanship and attention to detail.’
The RESI judges--an esteemed panel of three custom installers and three industrial designers--recognized 24 nominees representing 12 product categories as 2004 RESI Awards finalists. Twelve winners were announced at the RESI Awards reception, during CEDIA EXPO 2004 in Indianapolis, IN, September 9, 2004.
Vantage’s entry into the Wall Keypad category of the RESI Awards has been described as the most remarkable new backlit keypad for home control. The BriteTouch keypad is the most customizable and visually appealing automation keypad to date. The keypad features an elegant new design with the incorporation of rounded keys to enhance its aesthetic appeal. Each of up to eight buttons is backlit by a three color LED providing unlimited color choices.
The backlight color is set up to indicate the status of the programming by providing the user with the option to personalize the color for on and off status. A standard ambient light sensor automatically adjusts day/night backlight intensity.
BriteTouch features field changeable labeling. This gives the programmer the flexibility to reprogram a system without the expense of purchasing new faceplates or buttons. Labels are simply printed onto an adhesive backed translucent paper and applied under the button for a perfectly engraved appearance.
The BriteTouch keypad connects to the entire Vantage system which intelligently controls lights, HVAC, A/V, security and more. A subtle built-in IR receiver allows one to control the system using a Vantage remote control.
This year’s RESI Awards winners are: Best A/V Controller/Receiver: Meridian’s G68 Best Combined Product Family: Jamo’s 2F Concept Best Custom Install Accessory: Sanus Systems’ VisionMount Best Home Networking Product: Kaleidescape’s Kaleidescape System Best In-Wall, On-Wall or Outdoor Speaker: Artison’s LCR Plasma Speakers Best Power Conditioning Product: Panamax’s MAX In-Wall Best Remote Control: Crestron’s WPR-48 Best Source Component or Power Amp: Antex’s TriplePlay Best Touchscreen Control System: AMX’s MVP-8400 Best Tower or Bookshelf Speaker: Bohlender-Graebener’s Radia 520i Best Video Product: InFocus’ ScreenPlay 777 Best Wall Keypad: Vantage’s BriteTouch
About Residential Systems
Residential Systems is the custom installer’s most highly regarded
publication. A CMP Information magazine, it was the first trade title
to provide the burgeoning custom installation marketplace with vital
business and new product information with industry-leading editorial
and production standards. For more information about Residential
Systems or the RESI Awards, contact Jeremy Glowacki at 212.328.0426.
For advertising information, contact publisher Phil Holtberg at
212.378.0413.
For additional information or materials on Vantage products, please contact Joe Portera at 801-229-2800 x310 or joep@vantagecontrols.com
About Vantage
For over fifteen years Vantage Controls has been a leading manufacturer
of automated control and dimming systems for residential and commercial
applications. Vantage offers a powerful means to integrate all facility
functions into one central system that can be pre-programmed to
activate according to a schedule, sensor or button. Simple stylish
keypads or touch screens can eliminate entire rows of unsightly
switches. The complete system interconnects via a wireless RadioLink
(RF) network or with a simple, non-polarized two-wire bus making
Vantage products the easiest to install, and the most versatile and
trouble free available. Headquartered in Orem, Utah, Vantage
distributes its products through a worldwide network of certified
representatives, dealers and installers. For more information, visit
the Vantage Website at vantagecontrols.com.
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