A CEDIA and CIX Expo Review Includes 15,200 Attendees; 31% FIrst-Timers
CEDIA Expo and Commercial Integrator Expo showcased major themes that dominated the show floor, including home theater, immersive audio, micro LED lighting, and the increasing synergy between residential and commercial technologies.
“CEDIA Expo 2024 and Commercial Integrator Expo 2024 were bustling with industry professionals experiencing the newest technology and learning about trends in the residential and commercial audiovisual industry,” said Jason McGraw, CTS, group vice president for Emerald. “The event welcomed new exhibitors, a diverse array of attendees, and plenty of opportunities to learn, explore, and network. The growing value of hosting an event that bridges residential and commercial technology has created valuable collaboration opportunities between manufacturers, integrators, and other industry service providers. We’re already gearing up for CEDIA Expo and CIX 2025 next September in Denver!”
Barry Sonnenfeld delivered an inspiring keynote at CEDIA Expo 2024. The filmmaker, known for popular movies like When Harry Met Sally, The Addams Family, and Men in Black, emphasized the importance of service and education in the home theater industry. His keynote explored the role of home theaters in delivering a cinematic experience, highlighting the contrast between movie production and playback environments. Sonnenfeld’s insights underscored the need for integrators to provide exceptional installations and empower homeowners to fully enjoy their systems.
A highly anticipated demo from Trinnov, Perlisten, Officina Acustica, Barco, madVR, Kaleidescape, and Seymour-Screen Excellence achieved an impressive ±1 dB variance in seat-to-seat performance in its 18-seat theater on the show floor. Meanwhile, StormAudio, Seymour-Screen Excellence, Ascendo Immersive Audio, Christie Digital, Moovia, and Lumagen showcased a 13.12.10 system that immersed attendees and highlighted the capabilities of today’s home theaters.
The latest advancements in projection from Epson, Sony, and JVC kept the show floor buzzing. Epson introduced its revamped projector line, headlined by the new Q-Series models. Sony captivated audiences with the debut of its home theater projectors, particularly the much-anticipated Bravia Projector 9. JVC unveiled its DLA-NZ900, featuring native 8K content, along with the debut of the DLA-NZ500, referred to as the world’s smallest native 4K projector.
MicroLED technology remained a standout trend at both expos, showcasing ongoing advancements that continue to impress. Regarded as the future of the large display market, MicroLED was prominently featured by numerous companies, including Absen, AOTO, Barco, Digital Projection, Just Video Walls, MaxHub, Planar, Quantum Media, Samsung, Sony, and Stealth Acoustics.
The lighting sector continued to shine, with Lutron debuting the Ketra D2 and Rania D2 architectural downlights. DMF Lighting unveiled Artafex, designed for the custom integration channel, featuring new DALI integrations to enhance luxury and versatility. WAC/AiSPIRE Lighting showcased its Colorscaping Landscape Lights, demonstrating how outdoor lighting can transform properties. Crestron unveiled its All-in-One Home OS Digital Lighting Platform, enabling homeowners to control light color, hue, saturation, temperature, and intensity through the Crestron Home platform.
Networking and special events at the show, such as the CE Pro All-Star Band, CEDIA Awards, CE Pro Awards, CEDIA and Commercial Integrator Expo Conferences, Technology Designer’s Day of Discovery, and the Women in Consumer Technology Luncheon, provided attendees with opportunities to reconnect while gaining insights into key industry issues and trends.
CEDIA Expo and Commercial Integrator Expo 2024 drew more than 15,200 industry professionals, representing all 50 U.S. states and over 20 countries. The events featured nearly 400 exhibitors, with 31% of attendees visiting for the first time and 90 first-time exhibitors. Many attendees indicated they serve both residential and commercial markets, reflecting the growing crossover between industries and driving opportunities.