When you hire a custom integrator to complete a project for you, you may simply trust them wholeheartedly and allow them to make the big or small decisions for you. But here at Surreal Systems, we like to educate our customers on all of their options and be transparent about everything the technology is capable of. When you invest in a custom home theater from Surreal Systems, we want you to feel satisfied and informed during every stage of the process. Here is part 1 of our secrets for ensuring you get the most out of your home theater.  

Here at Surreal Systems, we have our favorite smart home solutions. But we understand everyone has their own idea of what they love most. In the area of Newport Beach, California however, we’ve noticed that many of our customers tend to adore a lot of the same solutions. And, many of these features are incredibly popular all over the country, not just Southern California. The Custom Electronics Show this year (CES) showed us some of the top tech trends, and many other shows and magazines have covered them as well. Here is our list of smart home automation trends for 2016. 

Surveillance cameras can useful for a number of applications. Besides capturing intruders in the event of a break-in, they can be used as a baby monitor, pet sitter, or video intercom system. Plus it’s quite convenient to stay connected to your home while you’re away. Today’s surveillance cameras have extraordinary capabilities and are as clear as your HD TV. Here is the latest news in surveillance camera technology.  

With so many different intercom and paging systems on the market, you may wonder which one fits your company’s unique needs. Surreal Systems can design commercial audio video solutions that help streamline your communication with staff and visitors. You may be surprised how high-tech, useful, and easy-to-use intercom systems have become in recent years. Continue reading to learn more.  

If you love movies, TV shows, or video games, then you’ve most likely invested in a high-quality TV or projector in your home theater. Once you have the audio and video sorted out in your Irvine, California home, you may very well be satisfied with the beautiful picture and incredible sound quality. However, is your custom home theater just right yet? Top-notch surround sound systems and 4K video aren’t the only ingredients in the perfect home theater recipe. Smart, custom controls and automation create that additional “wow” factor in your private cinema. Plus, they make selecting a show so much easier – and fun too. Continue reading to learn more.

Did you know that Sonance outdoor speakers are durable enough to resist the sun’s powerful UV rays and strong enough to block out water and prevent rusting? You can’t just place any speaker outside and expect it to survive every weather condition. That’s why hiring a professional AV installer ensures that your electronics will survive for years to come – no matter how hard that wind blows. Here is an overview on how our outdoor speakers can survive every season.  

The beauty of having a smart home is being able to command multiple actions at once by hitting one button. If you have motion sensors or voice controls, you don’t even have to lift a finger. What you don’t want is a one-size-fits-all solution. Custom is key here, and our team is skilled at making sure your home feels like your own, from the heated floors that turn on when you wake up, to the music playlist that starts as you walk in the front door. Living with smart home automation is convenient, but also fun. In this blog, we’ll give you some ideas on specific scenes you can create or program for everyday occasions.

Providing the best office environment for your employees or coworkers is essential to creating both a fun and productive workplace. You want your team to look forward to coming to work every day, and believe it or not, commercial audio video and automation can help with that. Surreal Systems has years of experience updating professional offices in Villa Park, California with the newest technology, like conference room systems and multi-room audio. Read on to learn more about how these systems can enhance your business.

When you live in a smart home, you don’t get to just enjoy the convenience of adjusting your thermostat, lights, and music with your phone. You also get the benefit of having a strongersecurity and surveillance system. The reason a smarter security system is also a stronger one is because it’s integrated with every electronic device in your home. Your security system communicates with your lights, garage door, thermostat, and more so that your entire property can go on lockdown and also create the appearance someone is home when you’re actually relaxing in The Bahamas on vacation. Here are 7 unique ways to keep your home safe and secure while you’re away using our smart solutions.

We are inching closer and closer every day to Super Bowl 50. Even if you aren’t a huge football fan, chances are you are going to be entertaining some guests—or will be going over someone else’s place in the Villa Park area for a party. In any case, there are some ways you can be prepared for the big game, and for every sports season all year round. Whether you are a fan of the Los Angeles Lakers, the San Diego Chargers, or the San Francisco Giants, we have the perfectcustom home theaterand media room system for you and your family.

Personalize Your Home Entertainment Experience

With the Savant Remote, every person in the house can create their own profile. It’s like having your own remote without the extra clutter. You can either touch the control or give a voice command to access your content. For example say “Star Wars a New Hope” and the movie will turn on. Pick the TV channels or games you enjoy most often and keep them at the top of the selection menu on the remote interface. It works with Apple TV, Netflix, Ruku, Hulu, Sonos and more. Your favorite show is just a touch or word away.

If you love music and have a discerning ear, then you want to make sure yourwhole house music systemis set up just right. The brand, system, and location all matter. Read on to learn where you should place your speakers in your Anaheim, California home. 

Draw new foot traffic into your store or restaurant this winter with advancedcommercial audio videosolutions. Capture the eyes, ears and imaginations of potential customers with distributed media and digital signage. With just one touch you can transform the look and feel of your business whether you want to offer new deals, change a playlist or simply create the right ambiance for customers’ shopping and dining pleasure. Read on to find out how smart automation can enhance your business.

Use HD cameras to capture who just rang the doorbell, smart locks to only let guests or the mailman in, and arm the security system from any location with your phone. Read on to learn what security and surveillance solutions we have for your Anaheim, California home.

Installing smart home automation is a big investment. The benefit, besides enjoying the convenience and simplicity of one-touch controls, is that you add value to your property and increase its listing price. So how do you protect your investment? And how do you keep your smart home in the Villa Park, California area working in tip-top shape? Surreal Systems offers an award-winning system care and monitoring plan, called ProFormance Plans, to keep your smart home functioning at peak performance. Read on to discover all the details.