TESTIMONIALS

Complete Home Control4 Upgrade: Oconomowoc, WI

B.C. Neville Technologies

March 6, 2026

System Features & Equipment:

BC Neville Tech was engaged by the new owner of this home. The client had just closed on a new home, which was equipped with an obsolete/partially functioning 20-year-old A/V & Smart Home system.

Many homeowners inherit outdated technology systems when purchasing an existing property. What once may have been considered cutting-edge often becomes difficult to maintain, unreliable, and incompatible with modern devices.

In this case, the original system no longer met the expectations of a modern smart home, and several components were no longer supported by manufacturers. The homeowner wanted a solution that preserved as much of the original infrastructure as possible while bringing the system into the modern era.

The client’s needs were to incorporate the existing 16 zones of audio, two home theaters from the old system, utilizing any cabling infrastructure possible. In addition to migrating the old systems A/V to the new Control4 Smart Home Manager.

The Client Required the Following Features:

4 new zones of Audio Only
3 new zones of Video & Audio (Samsung “The Frame”)
Smart Door Station
Surveillance Camera Coverage of Homes Exterior
Control4 Automated HVAC Control (2 Zone)
Control4 Automated Garage
Araknis 10GB Integrated Home Network
Remote access and control
Future Lighting & Shade Control expansion ability

The goal was not simply to replace the old system, but to thoughtfully modernize the home’s technology while maximizing the value of the existing infrastructure. Reusing viable cabling and components where possible allowed the project to remain efficient while still delivering a significantly upgraded experience.

Once the core functionality requirements were defined with the clients, BC Neville Tech’s industry-leading staff worked to design a complete home solution that the client was comfortable with, which met or exceeded all of the client’s needs.

The Design

The design process involved careful planning, system mapping, and a full evaluation of the home’s existing wiring and equipment. By leveraging decades of experience in custom A/V installation and smart home integration, the BC Neville Tech team created a system architecture that would support both the homeowner’s current lifestyle and future technology expansion.

A key component of the project was the integration of the Control4 platform, which acts as the central operating system for the entire home. With Control4, all entertainment systems, cameras, door stations, HVAC systems, and network infrastructure work together through a single, intuitive interface. This allows the homeowner to manage every aspect of the property from a single app or control panel.

The Installation

The installation also included Samsung “The Frame” televisions in several areas of the home. These televisions were selected not only for their visual performance but also for their ability to blend seamlessly into the home’s interior design. When not in use, they display artwork, transforming the screens into a decorative element rather than a traditional television.

The Araknis 10GB integrated home network provides the backbone for the entire system. Modern smart homes require strong, reliable networking to ensure every device communicates properly. With high-speed networking equipment in place, the home can support streaming media, security monitoring, remote access, and future smart devices without performance issues.

The surveillance camera system was designed to provide full exterior coverage of the property, giving the homeowner enhanced visibility and security. Combined with the smart door station, the client can see who is at the door, communicate with visitors, and grant access remotely.

The Final Product

The final product is an easy-to-use home entertainment system, which seamlessly integrates cutting-edge technology into an easy and fun-to-use home entertainment system, as well as an on-site and remote home manager.

The user interface was designed to be simple and intuitive so that anyone in the home can easily operate the system. Whether adjusting music throughout the house, controlling lighting, viewing security cameras, or managing climate settings, everything can be done through a centralized interface.

This setup gives the client the peace of mind to remotely access and control the entire system from home or anywhere in the world, resulting in a smart home manager that is on call 24/7.

Whether traveling for business or away on vacation, the homeowner can monitor their property in real time, adjust system settings, or receive alerts from their security system. This level of remote access is one of the most valuable features of modern smart home technology.

This system can also easily be upgraded as technology advances. In most cases, at no cost, simple firmware upgrades.

Key Advantage

One of the key advantages of a professionally designed smart home system is long-term flexibility. As new features, devices, or integrations become available, the system can be expanded or updated without requiring a complete replacement. Firmware updates and modular hardware upgrades allow the home’s technology to evolve alongside industry advancements.

If you have an existing home entertainment/automation system or are considering installing one, contact BC Neville Tech, and our industry-leading team of professionals will work with you to develop your dream home entertainment/automation system for your home or business.

From upgrading legacy systems to designing fully integrated smart homes from the ground up, BC Neville Tech specializes in creating customized solutions tailored to each client’s needs. Our team works closely with homeowners and businesses to deliver technology systems that are powerful, reliable, and designed to last for years to come.