If you have never worked with an audio-visual company like CEI Audio Video before – the idea can be somewhat overwhelming. As a business-owner, you know you have certain ideas that you want to make sure are incorporated in the design and upgrade and you may be unsure if your voice will be heard. Your voice will always be heard by CEI.

At CEI Audio Video, we recognize the fact that there is no cut and paste solution that applies to every business or industry. Each individual business and facility has its own problems and/or needs and requires a customized solution. We don’t go into a house of worship or corporate board room with a set in stone plan based on what worked for the last project. That is where the CEI Audio Video consulting process shines.

CEI Stands for Communication, Engineering, and Implementation

Before we make any decisions about what changes and upgrades will be made to your facility and technology, we will work with you, the business owner, to listen and understand the vision you have. Communication is of the highest priority to us. We know that each individual project will have a budget plan, and we will work within that plan. Our goal is to make sure we understand exactly what you are looking for, your business, and its objective and make sure you receive the best possible fit. We will never try to sell you on something that wouldn’t be beneficial for your business.

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For more information on the industries we serve, the technologies and services we offer, or to receive a no-obligation price estimate – please give us a call at (800) 464-8197. You can also view our portfolio of past clients, our many customer testimonials, and more on the web: www.ceiav.com

Every industry has it’s own requirements when it comes to audio visual systems and technology.  Working with churches or other houses of worship requires a certain knowledge, experience, and understanding. The technology used in a church sanctuary needs to work for all facets of a church service; that includes the needs of the choir, instrumentalists, and for those speaking.  Speech intelligibility is a big issue in church buildings.  Some churches have found themselves in situations where the equipment used with the instruments and music; do not work well to convey the message of a speaker.  This is a big deal, because as we all know, it does not matter how powerful or inspired the message if no one person can hear or understand it. 

CEI understands the special needs of a church.

CEI understands church services and the relationship between the spoken word and music portions of the service.  We have been in the AV business since 1991, and in that time we have amassed an abundance of experience and knowledge of how to best meet the needs of a church building.  We understand that the needs of the choir may not be the same as the needs of those presenting a message.  We also understand how to design a system that can meet the needs of every facet of a church service, to create an outstanding worship experience.

CEI also believes in simplicity.  Research shows that only 7% of congregations have a full-time audio/video system operator.  Because of this, we design systems that can be used by anyone, even a relative novice.  We can design a system that not only sounds great, but can be operated by volunteers of the church or they can even be left unattended. 

 We also understand that each worship leader or congregation has a unique vision for their worship experience and a set aside budget to work within.  We will work within that budget to design and create a system that works for you.

CEI Houses of Worship Solutions Include:

• System Design and Consultation
• Sanctuary Audio and Video
• Multi-Purpose Facility AV
• Digital Signage
• Audio and Video recording and Duplication
• Live Performance Systems
• Portable Sound and Projection
• Assisted Hearing Systems
• Surveillance
• Ministry Fitness AV

So whatever it is that your facility needs to improve the efficiency and quality of your worship experience, CEI can provide a solution.  If you have any questions or would like a free estimate and consult, please contact us at (800) 464-8197. You can also contact us online and even view some our portfolio on our website at www.ceiav.com. We look forward to hearing from you.

This waterfront property in Boston is the new flagship for Legal Sea Foods. The three level, 700 seat establishment is the largest Legal Sea Foods and the largest restaurant in Boston. As each level has a different theme, each one required different audio visual solutions.

CEI provided engineering, design, and installation of the AV system that included a multi zoned background music system, a unique four sided TV display for the second floor Bar, weather resistant audio solutions for the two outdoor areas as well as the retractable roof third floor, multiple flat screen TVs for the third floor, the capability to add live musicians into the background music system, and easy control of the system from each floor.

CEI was approached by Peachtree Christian Church to explore options to add a video projection system to their sanctuary. After discussing their frustrations on their 2 year old sound system, our scope was changed to resolve the speech intelligibility issues in the main sanctuary. CEI modeled the room using the EASE program and it was determined that rather than selling them new speakers, we could reconfigure their existing speakers. We split their existing horizontally mounted 16’ Renkus Heinz speaker column in half and relocated the two halves vertically in the front of the sanctuary on the first columns left and right of the altar. Also added were two additional columns for the choir located in the balcony, which is also where the sound board is located.

Since this is an historical building in Atlanta, we had our faux painter meticulously texture and paint the speakers to identically match the stone columns on the lower level and the millwork for the balcony speakers. The result was that the congregation did not even notice the speakers when entering the sanctuary after the work was completed. Monitors for the altar, and chairs left and right of the altar were also added and painted to match the stone. Each of these had separate volume controls as well.

Last, the church originally had pew back speakers that had been disconnected. CEI tested and reconnected the first 3 rows of pews to provide coverage where the modeling indicated a lack of coverage. An additional Bi-Amp Nexus Audio processor and choir stick mics were added to the system as well as portable monitors when a stage is used for special services. The result was that every seat in the Sanctuary became a great seat with excellent speech intelligibility.

CEI earned this new construction Chapel project located in Cleveland TN which required a complete audio system for the Sanctuary, narthex, terrace level reception hall, bride and groom’s rooms. For the main Sanctuary, Renkus-Heinz Iconyx ICL-FR loudspeaker arrays were used to cover the Main Sanctuary: two columns covered the north and south transepts, two arrays covered the main Sanctuary, and two Renkus-Heinz PN82/9r Power loudspeakers covered the balcony. All were painted to match the millwork.

Additionally, two Renkus-Heinz PN212-SUBR powered portable subwoofer speakers, fixed choir fold back speakers, portable floor monitors, OAP NF-331HP stairstep front fill loudspeakers in the platform riser and additional loudspeakers in the narthex, corridors, bride’s and groom’s room. A Roland M-300 Live V digital mixing console and stage boxes, Bi-Amp Nexia DSP, other audio sources and wired and wireless microphones, source rack and Telex wireless intercom system rounded out the major equipment. What a beautiful sanctuary for a wedding and other special events!

The terrace level reception hall was outfitted with a separate system which includes two ceiling mounted KSI 80891-CSD loudspeakers for stereo source playback flanking the sides of the motorized projection screen and Tannoy CMS601BM ceiling loudspeakers for vocal reinforcement. A Soundcraft analog mixer, wireless microphones and source equipment is located in an in-wall rack.

Testimonial

We have thoroughly enjoyed working with CEI on this project.  Not only is the sound in our Chapel terrific, the speakers blend in so well they are hardly noticed.  These were two important goals we had when we started working with CEI.  They were able to pull them off perfectly to meet our needs. – Cole Strong, Assistant to the President, Lee University

Save time and money with an innovative, engaging corporate boardroom system.

Are you ready to step into the future and upgrade your corporate boardroom video and audio?

Now, because of newly advanced technology, your corporate boardrooms can operate on a whole new level.  Back in the “old days”, if one wanted to have a meeting with business counterparts that were located across the country or maybe even the world – you would be required to get on a plane and travel to a different location.  But times have changed.  Boardroom technology has advanced to where expensive business travel is no longer needed for every meeting.  You can now look at a document with your counterparts across the country – in real time.

For one local company we were able to transform their boardroom by installing a board room and web conference system that included a projector, automatic screen, retractable ceiling mounted 50” LCD flat screen, video conferencing cameras, 20 individual 20” LCD screens mounted in the tables, individual microphones, Crestron touch controls, and DVR system.  They had this to say about the experience:

“Facing the awesome challenge of designing a new Boardroom, I had the wonderful fortune to select CEI as my vendor. Doing business with CEI was an absolute pleasure. I was a demanding customer, but the staff was very knowledgeable and attentive. Throughout the design and installation process CEI worked hand- in-hand with our builders, design team and most importantly me. Not only was the job completed on time and on budget but the CEI staff remained onsite the night before until the wee hours of the morning and was onsite when the entire boardroom went live for its first time use. I was very pleased with my new partner!

The CEI staff is by far the most professional service personnel team I have ever encountered. It is rare to find a company that delivers stellar service as well as CEI. It is without question that I would recommend CEI for any audio visual system or innovative technical installation.”

CEI understands the corporate environment.  We will consult with you to gain an understanding of the atmosphere needed for each individual environment. Our sales and engineering team will then design a solution based on the criteria learned in the discovery phase of the project.  When designing a solution, challenges such as ease of use, system maintenance, and budgets will be addressed.  Our goal is to assist your staff to become more efficient and effective in their roles.

CEI Corporate Solutions Include:
• System Design and Consultation
• Speech and Sound
• Interactive Whiteboards
• Live Audio and Video Streaming of meetings and events
• Control systems that are easy to use
• Plasma and LCD screens
• Video Conferencing
• Digital Recording Devices to capture
the meeting for archiving or transcription
• Surveillance
• Lighting Controls
• Custom Furniture

For more information or a consultation, please give CEI a call at (800) 464-8197 or contact us on the web at www.ceiav.com.  We look forward to working with you.

Save time and money with an innovative, engaging corporate boardroom system.

Along with most other industries, corporate boardrooms have taken a step into the future. Using high tech, state of the art, audio-visual equipment – businesses and corporations are now able to incorporate efficiency and excitement into corporate meetings and conferences. The days of a simple PowerPoint presentation in a stuffy room are over.

Meet the Interactive Whiteboard

The interactive whiteboard, a large interactive display that connects your computer and projector, is the future of boardrooms and educational facilities alike. This is a technology that that allows you to, not only display your computer screen onto a large board surface, but allows you to control the computer with a pen, stylus, or finger from said board. It is kind of like mixing a projection system with a dry erase board, but much more interesting and efficient.

The interactive whiteboard allows for communication between separate users in different locations. This means less business travel for your company. Meeting with business partners, potential clients, or investors has never been easier. With the push of a button, users in various locations, even countries apart, can be on the same page – literally. Some worry that because the interactive whiteboard is “advanced technology” that it must be difficult to understand and use. But if you can use your computer, you can use this technology. It is because of it easy to use qualities and the expanse potential for education, that these systems are being utilized in primary schools across the world.

CEI understands that every industry is different and every business owner has a distinct vision and budget. That is why we always take the time to consult with you to understand the vision you have for your company. We will work with you to design a system to create the atmosphere you desire within your budget. Our installation and service network allow us to support your business locally, regionally or nationally.

For more information on interactive whiteboards or other corporate boardroom audio-visual technologies and options, give CEI AV a call at (800) 464-8197. Be sure to go by our website and view our portfolio.

As technology continues to advance, the need to offer high quality, state-of-the-art options to consumers and users is ever-growing. 

Whether you are involved in audio video for a conference center, corporate university, restaurant, fitness facility, or clubhouse, etc – the need to adapt to the demands of the consumer or user is there. Pair a great product or service along with an unforgettable experience and you will find people impressed with your establishment; most importantly, they will return and spread the word.

At CEI Audio Video, we work with many different types of industries, including corporations (board rooms, conference rooms and corporate universities), higher education facilities and training centers, call centers and war rooms, churches, performance venues, sports bars, restaurants, fitness facilities, and more.  Because of the wide range of industries we are involved with, we have been able to amass an abundant amount of knowledge and experience in using technology to create an experience your users will never forget. Most importantly, we design the AV control systems for ease of use so you are not calling IT or others to help you run the system.  This allows you to focus on your core business and not have to become an AV expert.

The technologies that CEI offers is extensive as well: Audio video integration, programming and control systems, AV and IT connectivity, LEED through AV and control systems, digital signage, multimedia systems, sound systems, surveillance systems, video conferencing systems, smart technologies and much, much more.

We can work with you to create a plan that coincides with the vision you have for your business and facility.  Not only will we outfit your building with pleasing-to-the-eye, high quality technology, we will design the system around your users, train you to utilize it, and will continue to service and maintain the equipment.  We believe that our service after the sale is a quality that differentiates us from others and because of our national network, we are able to provide that service throughout America.

For more information on the industries we serve, the technologies and services we offer, or to receive a no-obligation price estimate – please give us a call at (800) 464-8197.  You can also view our portfolio of past clients, our many customer testimonials, and more on the web: www.ceiav.com

Audio Visual Systems | Sports Bars

Restaurants and sports bars are becoming savvy as how to attract customers to their business.  Bulky, old CRT televisions hung above the bar are no longer cutting it in this technologically advanced society.  High quality, state of the art, audio-visual systems are what’s in and that is what customers want.  High definition LCD, LED and Plasma displays with superior audio, with the ability to show a variety of events clearly and distinguishably, is the expectation for a quality of a sports bar.  Recently, CEI just completed our first 3-D Sports Bar.

CEI understands the needs and wants of a sports bar owner.  Because of our relationships with various restaurants and sports bars across the nation, we have accumulated a vast amount of experience in designing, implementing, and supporting these types of facilities.  We also understand how to work with your vision and how to support the branding you have established in your business.  Ease of controlling the channel selection and audio zones with simple, labeled local controls allow the staff to provide a great audio visual experience for your guests without the need to become AV experts.

Whether you are in the planning stage to outfit your sports bar with large plasma screens, plasma television trees, background/foreground music systems, high definition DirectTV systems, video wall display systems, telephone systems, or POS cabling and terminations – CEI can provide the drawings and infrastructure required to support your AV and POS system.  Whatever your vision may be for your sports bar facility, CEI has the technology, knowledge, and experience to make that vision a reality.

For more information how to transform your sports bar into the place to be this football season, give us a call at (800) 464-8197.  You can also visit us on the web and view our portfolio of the many sports bars and restaurants that have been transformed by CEI.  We look forward to hearing from you.

Background music systems, LCD flat screens, and satellite TV systems are just a few options that can transform your restaurant facility into something more, an enjoyable social environment.

When a person enters your restaurant establishment, what exactly are they looking for?  Besides good food, people desire a certain ambiance or atmosphere when they sit down to eat in a restaurant.  Individually owned restaurants have the flexibility of creating whatever type of atmosphere they envision for themselves.  Whether it is an establishment meant to attract families, couples, or the college crowd – that vision, with the help of state of the art audio-visual systems, can become reality.

The options are practically limitless when it comes to media that helps patrons to relax and feel at ease in your establishment while they enjoy your food and hospitality. Background music systems, LCD flat screens, and satellite TV systems are just a few options that can transform your restaurant facility into something more, an enjoyable social environment.  Distributed sound systems zoned for entrance, bar, main dining, private dining, patio and bathrooms is another option for creating a cohesive, pleasurable atmosphere for your customers.  Do you have an outdoor area? We can even install all weather LCD’s to create a unique outdoors experience for your patrons.  And as always, CEI provides ongoing service for our installations and even those not installed by us.

CEI understands that you have a vision for your restaurant, and we would like to become partners in that vision.  Whether you have an established theme you would like to stick with or a new theme you would like to implement, CEI can help you to convey your branding to the people that enter your doors.  At CEI, our ability to match the latest in technology and engineering with your core values and brand is what separates us from the competition.  Our installation and service network allow us to support your establishments locally, regionally and nationally.

For more information on how CEI can help your individually owned restaurant become the “talk of the town”, give us a call at (800) 464-8197 or contact us on the web: www.ceiav.com.  We look forward to furthering your vision.