Circa Resort & Casino is the ultimate entertainment experience, providing a flexible atmosphere where guests can enjoy luxurious, awe-inspiring amenities to work, play, or relax like never before. Officially opening its doors in 2020, the property was designed to honor Las Vegas for its historic charm while celebrating the legacy of the city that continues to be built on that foundation of being the gaming city of origin.
The challenge
With a focus on becoming the premier destination for sports viewing and betting, Circa strived to create an unrivaled experience and atmosphere that would draw guests in and keep them coming back. The property boasts the world’s largest sportsbook and the eye-catching destination Stadium Swim, both of which feature predominant screens that made visual impact and technical reliability primary considerations throughout the design process.
The solution
With digital content and engaging streams being a focal point throughout the property, selecting a dependable AV distribution system poised for future growth was imperative. After evaluating many solutions, the AV team at Circa selected the DM NVX® AV-over-IP platform because of its ability to synchronize the same content to be sent to multiple screens across the property as well as support 4K broadcasts as that becomes more available.
The technology
A striking venue, Stadium Swim is an iconic addition to the Las Vegas Strip, featuring six pools, a 40-foot HD screen, and three distinct levels for viewing. The multi-level destination is open 365 days a year, and the state-of-the-art filtration system allows the pool to stay open later than any other property in the city. The show-stopping attraction is ideal for watching a big game or streamed event, as Stadium Swim delivers the ultimate viewing experience, relying on an extensive DM NVX technology deployment. A combination of encoders and decoders feed live content to the screens, ensuring guests can watch the action in real time without worrying about latency. Stadium Swim was designed to give unobstructed views of the screens at all times. Attention to detail went beyond the technology that supports the space and even included measuring the chairs’ height and cabanas’ positioning.
The Circa property offers another unique entertainment venue onsite, home to the world’s largest sportsbook. The atmosphere sets the tone for viewing competitive sports and the perfect environment for placing a wager as the action plays out live. The sportsbook features a 78-million-pixel screen spanning 145 feet and is positioned three stories high. It is also powered by the DM NVX platform to provide television streaming entertainment throughout the venue. The space has a 1,000-person capacity with stadium seating, further elevating the viewing experience on a large scale. For a more personal setting at the table games, there are opportunities for staff to change the channel or adjust the volume on the smaller TVs to cater to the needs of the customers in that area.
Beyond the prominent entertainment options onsite, Circa provides several other offerings, including bars, restaurants, shops, and the Circa Ballroom. All these public areas feature Crestron Control to adjust lighting scenes, audio levels, and video feeds. The Circa Ballroom and expansive meeting rooms offer AV control that allows content to be shared seamlessly and tailors the space to fit the needs of the host. The team can use a tablet to control any TV screen or change the audio levels in any public space. The Crestron system allows the team to display video content anywhere on the property and control it centrally.
The results
Circa pays homage to the city's legacy and was designed with the guests in mind, creating engaging technology experiences that seamlessly complement the visual aesthetic. On a property where screen downtime would gravely impact the visitors, the AV team at Circa is confident in their operations, having the trusted support of Crestron Control and the DM NVX AV-over-IP platform. The success of this installation has led the AV team to trust the DM NVX solution in other properties as well, including The D Hotel & Casino Las Vegas.
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.
