An introduction to Opus
• About Opus
• The Opus Experience
• Opus Brand Overview
• Training & Support
• Marketing Resources
About Us
• Headquartered in London England
• Born out of the Audio Partnership Group
• Audio Partnership Founded 1994
• Opus supported by 25 engineers
• All R&D Conducted from London HQ
Audio Partnership - Core Brands
Audiophile AV Audiophile
Electronics Multi-Room AV
Loudspeakers
Cambridge Audio Overview
• Multi-Award winning AV electronics
• Global Accolades
• EISA Award 2008
• Audiophile design Integrity
• Proprietary Technologies
• Exceptional Value for money
• Sold in 50 countries
Mordaunt Short Overview
• One of the Worlds greatest speaker brands
• As recognized by the most influential press
• Wide range of applications inc:
• Book-Shelf / Floor Standing / Sub-Sat Architectural
• 40 year + Audio Heritage
• Sold in 37 Countries
Opus Overview - UK
Opus is featured in some of the most prestigious UK developments:
• Berkley Homes – 500+
• St George’s Wharf – 150+
• Battersea Reach – 200+
• Imperial Wharf Greenwich – 150+
• Wimpey – 200+
• Banner Homes – Preferred Brand
Opus Overview – No.1 in the U.A.E.
And in the Middle East too:
• Palm Island – 1,400 Villa’s
• World Trade Centre Residences – 350 Apartments
• Victory Heights – 1,000 Villa’s
• Jumeirah Park – 2,750 Villa’s
• Tiara / Oceana – 1,300 Luxury Apartments
• DEC Tower – 500 Apartments
Intuitive user experience, value for money, efficient installation
and proven reliability makes Opus a popular choice
Opus – Brand Evolution
Multi-room audio-video Multi-room audio-video Integrated Smart Home Integrated Smart Home
home entertainment home entertainment solution solution with High Definition
system system video
Stand alone source Also -Media Center PC HD Video matrix allows multi
components - Audio & video servers -Streaming internet services zone distribution and control
- eg CD, DVD, Sat TV box -Networked storage of High Def video sources
Control by Control by Control by Control by
- Button key pad - Touch screen keypad - Touch screen keypad - Touch screen keypad
- Opus Learning Remote - Opus Learning Remote - Opus Learning Remote - Opus Learning Remote
-- iPhone & iTouch -- iPhone & iTouch
-- Pronto -- Pronto
-- other 3rd party controllers -- other 3rd party controllers
Control of: Control of:
- Lighting and blinds - Lighting and blinds
- HVAC - HVAC
- CCTV - CCTV
Stand alone A/V system Audio & video servers Opus as central platform for Opus as central platform for
with limited media sources offer easy access to large control of wide variety of 3 rd control of wide variety of 3 rd
media libraries party Smart Home systems party Smart Home systems
with full HD video
Touch screen allows
intuitive & easy control of
large media libraries
Opus – Brand Overview
• Opus 500 System
• New Developments
• Opus Integrated Partner Programme
• Opus Certified Installer Programme
• Marketing Resources
Opus – 500 System Fundamentals
Typical Opus Head End
Typical Zone
Opus BTC
Proprietary Cable solution
(Carries Balanced Audio,
data and power to each
zone)
Opus – WCU-600 Touch Panel Overview
• High Resolution, Colour Touch screen interface
• Customisable for personalisation of all buttons,
nbackgrounds and colours
• Display’s GUI of attached Server / Source component
• Video playback on touch-screen
• Unique Hot-Spot Technology
• Also supports Russian and Arabic character sets
• Wide choice of magnetic faceplates to match all interiors
Opus – Architectural Speakers Overview
Discreet, architectural speaker range ranging
from contractor to audiophile applications inc:
• In-Ceiling
• In-Wall
• Out-Door
In-House designs by AP Acousticians
Opus – Integrated Partner Programme
• The most comprehensive integration programme
• Extensive choice of tested and approved drivers
• Efficient installs with seamless, stable integration
Opus – Apple Integration
Opus control of Apple TV:
• Enables Apple TV as a whole-house entertainment system
View and control the Apple TV GUI via WCU 600
• Easy access to all media content stored on your Apple TV
+ online services inc. Flickr and YouTube
Opus control interface for iPhone & iPod Touch
• Emulates WCU-600 control in your palm
• Seamless, instantaneous wifi control with the Worlds
favourite gadget!
Opus – Media Center Integration
Opus MCL600
Ultimate integration with Media Centre
• Enables control of any Media Centre equipped PC
• Simple USB - 232 interface
• Easy access to all Media stored on your PC via
nOpus Navigator or Opus Hotspot technology
Opus HD
VMX 600 (arrives late 2009)
• 8 inputs / 8 outputs
• Ultimate Flexibility – Assign any input
nto any Video source in any combination
• Input options inc. HDMI, Component
nVideo + Digital Audio, composite, S-
nVideo
• All outputs feature HDMI, composite
nand balanced video via RJ45
• In the meantime - Opus IPP offers
nseamless integration with most currently
navailable HD matrices inc. Smart-e,
nCypress, Gefen, Neo Pro & Kramer, etc
Opus – Marketing Resources
New consumer facing website
• Experience Driven
• Communicates Real World
benefits
New Extranet site in support of
dealers, distributors and press
• Training resources
• Technical Documentation
• Software downloads
• Marketing resources
• Press Releases
Opus – Marketing Resources
Consumer facing literature
• Communicates the Opus Life-Enhancing User Experience
Opus – Marketing Resources
New Trade Partner Brochure
• Detailed product information
• System design advice and architecture
Opus – Marketing Resources
Hardback specification
sheet folder
• Durable reference guide
nfor system designers
• Update packs for new
nproducts
Opus – Press Coverage
In-House PR team secures excellent coverage:
• Hidden Wires Sponsor
• RSE
• Custom Installer
• SVI etc
Opus – Steps to Distributor Appointment
Initial Consultation document
Opus to visit distributors HQ
Agree mutually owned business plans
Opus to provide training @ London HQ
Regional distributor product launch and preliminary training to be
supported by Opus
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