Location: Oslo

Gain a deeper understanding of the installation-focused features built into Denon and Marantz AV receivers. This session is tailored for custom integrators seeking to maximize efficiency during setup, commissioning, and troubleshooting. Attendees will explore the powerful CI Menu options available within current AVR platforms and learn how to leverage advanced HDMI diagnostic tools to quickly identify signal chain issues and improve system reliability. 

Topics include: 

• Custom Integration (CI) installation best practices and workflow recommendations 
• Hidden setup features and configuration tools designed for professional installers 
• Denon and Marantz AVR configuration techniques 
• HDMI diagnostics, troubleshooting menus, and signal path verification 
• Real-world examples of common installation challenges and solutions 

Who Should Attend: Custom integrators, AV installers, system programmers, and technical support professionals. 

Learning Objectives: 

• Understand the value of CI-specific AVR setup tools 
• Navigate and utilize HDMI diagnostic functions with confidence 
• Reduce installation time and improve troubleshooting efficiency 
• Deliver more reliable audio and video system performance

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Location: Oslo

Explore the newest home entertainment solutions from Denon and Marantz, including the latest AVR models, wireless audio products, and ecosystem enhancements. This session provides an overview of key product updates while highlighting the unique benefits of each brand and how they fit into today's connected home. 

Attendees will receive an introduction to the newest AVR offerings, including the Denon X-2900 and X-3900 series as well as the Marantz Cinema 50, 60, and 70 Series 2 models. The session will also showcase HEOS wireless multi-room technology and the latest additions to the Denon Home family. 

Topics include: 

• Denon versus Marantz: positioning, features, and customer benefits 
• Introduction to new Denon X-Series AV receivers 
• Introduction to Marantz Cinema Series 2 AV receivers 
• HEOS wireless multi-room audio ecosystem 
• New Denon Home 200, 400, and 600 wireless speakers 
• Denon Home Amp and Marantz M1/M4 streaming amplifier solutions 
• Integration opportunities across residential entertainment environments 

Live Demonstration: 

• Denon Home wireless speaker ecosystem and HEOS functionality 

Learning Objectives: 

• Differentiate Denon and Marantz solutions for various customer applications 
• Understand the latest AVR platform enhancements 
• Identify opportunities for wireless whole-home audio installations 
• Confidently position HEOS and Denon Home products in custom integration projects 

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Location: Madrid

See Sonos Amp Multi in action and discover what it can bring to your next install. We’ll go beyond the specs with a live demo, walk through setup and key features, and show how Amp Multi makes multi-zone audio simpler and more flexible across residential and light commercial projects.

We’ll also be showcasing Sonos Play and Era 100 SL, giving you a closer look at more of what’s new from Sonos. Stop by to see the products in action, ask questions, and get ideas for how to bring them into your upcoming projects.

Location: International D

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Location: Oslo

System calibration plays a critical role in achieving the best possible audio performance. This hands-on technical session compares Audyssey and Dirac Live room correction technologies while demonstrating how each platform can be used to optimize listening environments using Denon electronics and Polk loudspeakers. 

Attendees will learn the differences between available calibration levels, software options, and implementation methods, gaining practical knowledge that can be immediately applied to future installations. 

Topics include: 

• Audyssey calibration levels and capabilities 
• Dirac Live platform overview and licensing options 
• Measurement techniques and microphone placement best practices 
• Acoustic challenges commonly found in residential installations 
• Calibration workflow comparisons between Audyssey and Dirac Live 
• Audio performance optimization using Polk speakers and Denon AVRs 

Live Demonstrations: 

• Audyssey MultEQ app for iOS and Android 
• Dirac Live calibration software and measurement process 

Learning Objectives: 

• Understand the strengths and use cases of Audyssey and Dirac Live 
• Learn proper calibration workflows and measurement practices 
• Improve system performance through accurate room correction 
• Better communicate calibration benefits to end users 

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Location: Madrid

See Sonos Amp Multi in action and discover what it can bring to your next install. We’ll go beyond the specs with a live demo, walk through setup and key features, and show how Amp Multi makes multi-zone audio simpler and more flexible across residential and light commercial projects.

We’ll also be showcasing Sonos Play and Era 100 SL, giving you a closer look at more of what’s new from Sonos. Stop by to see the products in action, ask questions, and get ideas for how to bring them into your upcoming projects.

Location: Oslo

Discover premium indoor and outdoor audio solutions from Bowers & Wilkins and Definitive Technology designed specifically for custom integration projects. This session explores the company's architectural, outdoor, marine, and dedicated home theater offerings while providing guidance on selecting the right products for a variety of applications. 

From discreet in-wall and in-ceiling installations to robust outdoor entertainment systems, attendees will gain insight into how Bowers & Wilkins products can deliver exceptional audio performance throughout the home. 

Topics include: 

• Bowers & Wilkins custom installation loudspeaker solutions 
• Architectural speaker applications and design considerations 
• AM-1 outdoor speakers and marine audio solutions 
• Dedicated custom theater speaker systems 
• Installation of best practices for indoor and outdoor environments 
• Creating premium entertainment experiences across residential spaces 

Live Demonstration: 

• Definitive Technology outdoor landscape speaker system 

Learning Objectives: 

• Understand the breadth of Bowers & Wilkins custom installation offerings 
• Identify ideal applications for indoor, outdoor, and marine speakers 
• Design high-performance distributed audio and theater solutions 
• Improve confidence when specifying premium audio systems 

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