Home Automation with Outdoor Entertainment

When it comes to outdoor entertainment, using home automation devices to control lighting and music distribution is a great way to easily set the perfect ambiance when entertaining guests in your outdoor living spaces.

Usually, when one thinks of having a smart home, the front yard and backyard are areas typically relegated for outdoor security (lighting and surveillance) – which don’t get me wrong, is very important to have for home security and something you should definitely consider adding. But home automation can allow you to do a lot more in these areas. Just like you’re able to enjoy music, control lighting, or create scenes for the interior of your house, you can easily do the same for the exterior.

Below, we provided some options that could really improve your outdoor entertainment experience using various smart devices such as music distribution systems and lighting control devices.

VSSL Native Audio Streaming Systems

VSSL Native Audio Streaming Systems connect to in-wall and/or in-ceiling wired and wireless speakers to play audio sources in any zone you choose, indoors or outdoors. The VSSL is controlled from your smart device and is capable of playing audio from any streaming service or connected local audio source. VSSL’s Native Streaming™ technology simplifies audio streaming by controlling zones and volume control through your preferred music or audio playing app without fumbling between your phone’s settings and multiple apps. Built-in compatibility with every major audio casting technology and voice assistant makes the VSSL one of the most versatile audio distribution matrices available.

The VSSL Native Audio Streaming System comes in three versions:

• VSSL A.1X Native Audio Streaming System, 1 Zone, 2 Channel (2nd Gen)
• VSSL A.3X Native Audio Streaming System, 3 Zone, 6 Channel (2nd Gen)
• VSSL A.6X Native Audio Streaming System, 6 Zone, 12 Channel (2nd Gen)

OnQ/Legrand Digital Audio Distribution

The OnQ/Legrand Digital Audio Distribution system provides the capability to deliver audio from local and streaming sources, making it an attractive choice for retrofit or new installation audio systems. In addition to delivering audio from local or wireless sources, you can control the OnQ/Legrand audio system from your smart device or with in-wall volume controls. The system can expand to play up to 16 audio sources simultaneously to 16 zones, indoor or outdoor, enabling you and your guest to play what you want, wherever you want.

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