Audio and video entertainment in any room, any time, at the touch of a button – linked to a central system that also controls lighting, security cameras and wireless computer network systems. The controller: Kramer VS-66HDMI 6 x 6 Matrix Switcher.
When the owner of an eight-room Manhattan penthouse wanted an easy, intuitive system for his family’s home, CytexOne, a New York-based technology integrator, created a personalized, computer-automated system. "The owner wanted a simple-to-operate system that was hassle-free for his family," said Dan Levine, CEO of CytexOne. “By using a central controller to manage everything, switching sources in each room becomes easy.”
In this detailed installation, audio, video, computer and security systems are tied together from an equipment rack in the home. In the equipment rack are four Kramer 6 x 6 HDMI Matrix Switchers, creating a 12 x 12 matrix. The switchers distribute video to a 50-inch plasma display in the living room, a 60-inch plasma display in the listening room and two 26-inch LCD displays in the bedrooms. Other rooms are also pre-wired for video. The switchers allow viewers in any room to watch their choice of video sources, which include two cable TV tuners, BluRay/DVD, computer and an Internet movie rental component.
"We chose Kramer HDMI matrix switchers for their reliability and functionality," Levine said. "We use various Kramer products in our installations because we know they will perform to our customers’ high standards. There are very few manufacturers that have such a wide range of offerings."
A graduate of DeVry Institute of Technology, Doug has been in the Technology industry since 1976 and actively oversees Fearing’s daily operations. Along with his wife, Lois, and three others, Doug started Fearing’s in a 600 square-foot facility in Portage, Wisconsin. In the 25 years since, the company has grown to over 30 employees with offices in Madison and Milwaukee, Wisconsin. Doug likes to say he’s a “TV Technician with a dream� going back to his history with the family’s original business-Fearing’s TV and Appliance.
Doug values time with family, watersports, hiking, snowshoeing and skiing. In addition to being a devoted member of his church, Doug serves as Board President for Kinship Mentoring of Columbia County, Board member of Schools for Haiti and Scripture Chair of the Gideons-Portage camp.
A graduate of MATC, Lois oversees Fearing’s daily book keeping along with various HR responsibilities.
Along with Doug, Lois is deeply connected to community outreach, serving as a Board member and Fundraising Committee Chairperson for Kinship Mentoring of Columbia County. She also serves on the Schools for Haiti Fundraising committee. In addition, Lois’ ongoing passion and commitment to provide care for the elderly comes from her 10-year history of working in a Reedsburg, Wisconsin Nursing home.
Lois enjoys singing, hiking, sunny days on the pontoon, and spending time with her 4 grandchildren.
Ehren drives Fearing’s technology by continually seeking out trends to enhance capabilities while supporting Sales, Engineering and Installation teams. Throughout his years with Fearing’s, Ehren’s talent and vision have joined forces to create a wide variety of projects and strategic solutions that exceed expectation.
Ehren loves music, family time, movies, nature, sustainability efforts and electric vehicles.
With 10 years with Fearing’s and over twice that long in the industry, Ben continues to lead, coordinate, and develop the Commercial AV team.
By consistently delivering an outstanding experience and outcome, Ben contributes to the Fearing’s legacy of long-lasting partnerships that truly make a difference. Whatever the Commercial AV need may be, Ben and team deliver at the highest level.
Ben is an avid fisherman and photographer. He enjoys coaching his sons and other youth.
Chris has been with Fearing’s for 20 years and in the industry for over 2 decades. As a Certified leader in Sales Acceleration and trained in EOS (Entrepreneurial Operating Systems), Chris successfully utilizes his skills to lead the Fearing’s Salesforce. Chris and team are motivated and driven to develop new client partnerships while continuing to reinforce loyal long-term relationships with ongoing Service excellence.
Married for 19 years with 3 children, Chris enjoys skiing, hiking, fishing, boating, hunting, camping and golf. He’s also been actively involved as a Youth Football and Softball coach for his family and others.
