HARRISON, NY (AUGUST 20, 2024) – URC, a global leader in automation and control for residential and commercial applications, announced today the launch of its latest tabletop user interface, the TDC-8300. URC certified dealers will be able to pre-order the new TDC-8300 shortly!
URC’s Product Development Team researched broadly while planning this expansion of its product portfolio. The team gathered insights from its community of certified dealers, smart home user surveys and general technology industry trends. According to a recent survey, smart home users believe devices improve their lives mainly by boosting security, allowing remote monitoring and saving time.
- Increase safety/security: 43%
- Allow remote monitoring and control of home: 36%
- Save time: 34%
- Increase comfort: 30%
- Reduce energy usage: 16%
- Save money: 11%
- Boost the "cool factor" of my home: 8%
Source: 2023 Connected Consumer Survey, 4th edition. https://www2.deloitte.com/us/en/insights/industry/telecommunications/connectivity-mobile-trends-survey/2023/smart-home-industry-adoption-trend.html
However, URC leadership knew this was only a part of the story. Based on its CI industry knowledge, end users were searching for aesthetic impact worthy of interior designers, intuitive functionality, powerful features and reliable operation. The first phase of the strategy to achieve aspirational design in a powerful system controller was the launch of the TRC-1120. This premium, handheld remote offered sleek, compact design and an elegant aesthetic that creates a statement piece for smart homes or commercial environments. Inspired by consumer preferences for gold accents, the TRC-1120’s design provides unique versatility and visual impact.
URC is continuing to redefining luxury and innovation with the new TDC-8300 premium, tabletop touch screen. Its sleek and elegant aesthetic create a statement piece for smart home or commercial environments. The vibrant 8-inch color LCD screen delivers high-resolution graphics and intuitive functionality. With enhanced processing speed, the TDC-8300 enables quick response to simple one-touch or voice commands, and the built-in mic and speaker communicate seamlessly via Amazon Alexa, Comcast Xfinity or Apple TV. With proximity, ambient and pickup sensors, the TDC-8300 wakes to ensure a premium user experience. Compatible with all URC Total Control® Accelerator 3 integrations, the TDC-8300 can control a vast, whole home or commercial URC system. With its intuitive interface and advanced features, managing home security, entertainment, lighting, climate, and more has never been easier.
The TDC-8300 boasts several key benefits including:
- Elegant and Contemporary Design: The TDC-8300's stylish and elegant design makes it a statement piece in any smart home or commercial environment.
- Advanced Display and Intuitive Use: The high-resolution, 8-inch capacitive LCD touch screen offers stunning visuals, easy navigation, and simplifies the management of entertainment, lighting, climate control, and more.
- Simplified One-Touch or Voice Control: Enhanced processing speed for quick responses to one-touch or voice commands through the built-in mic and speaker ensure seamless, native voice communication with Amazon Alexa, Comcast Xfinity, and Apple TV. Includes support for Ring Doorbells & Cameras with live video, two-way voice, and camera pop-up features. And, the TDC-8300 includes URC’s video intercom that allows communication with other compatible URC devices.
- Comprehensive Automation and Integration: URC’s Total Control offers single user interface control of a whole home or commercial environment without the need for multiple manufacturer remotes and third-party apps. The TDC-8300 works with URC Total Control® Accelerator 3 (URC’s current operating system) integrations, offering extensive control over a whole home or commercial system.
- Affordable and Reliable: This addition to the URC Total ControlÒ portfolio delivers industry-proven product quality and industry-leading value for trained, certified dealers. The TDC-8300 features a long-life battery and optional power and network USB (PoE accessory).
- Quick-to-Connect Solution: URC’s Total Control quickly connects through Quick Connect 2.4 or 5.0 GHz Wi-Fi which enhances the end user experience with zero lag.
Lars Granoe, URC’s VP of Product Development, stated that “we researched extensively by carefully considering technology and design trends and listened to our certified dealers.” He continued, “The new TDC-8300 addresses the needs and preferences of consumers while aiding our dealers in growing and evolving their businesses. Based on our research and testing, the TDC-8300 will be a winner!”
With other new products, software upgrades and dealer support, the new TDC-8300 will be on display at URC’s exhibit #2118 at CEDIA 2024 https://cediaexpo.com/.
URC continues to transform in its fourth decade. The impact is clear and significant within the company and the industry. URC is a leader in the CI industry with a blend of traditional strategies, new technologies and contemporary communication tools.
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