New and Returning i3 Partners in October 2024

The D-Tools i3 Program provides comprehensive data from leading manufacturers to D-Tools software users at no charge to the user. D-Tools i3 Partners understand the importance of providing current, quality product specifications in order to better support their dealers in their client engagements. We would like to welcome our new and returning i3 Program partners, whose product data is available to all System Integrator users free-of-charge.

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New Partners

TecNec Distributing

TecNec Distributing, a 100% Employee Owned Company, is a value-added distributor that specializes in serving PRO-AV and Broadcast Video integrators, dealers, and consultants with distribution services, specialized channel management, dealer training, systems support and brand development expertise. As America's leading pro AV, broadcast & pro-audio products distributor, they're focused on providing only quality products from the most reputable manufacturers. They offer more than 500 brands to deliver a single purchase point that saves you time, money and paperwork. TecNec is the only industry supplier to have an in-house fabrication shop for all of your custom needs including fiber optic cables, rack panels, wall boxes, wallplates, cable reels and custom copper cables of any kind.

Additionally, TecNec provides a personal Customer Relationship Manager to handle every aspect of your account. They are widely recognized for their personal approach, honesty, professionalism and commitment to customers.

To learn more, visit https://www.tecnec.com/.

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Returning Partners

BZBGEAR

Established in 2019 and headquartered in Sacramento, California, BZBGEAR® is a worldwide one-stop source manufacturer for pro AV and broadcasting products. BZBGEAR’s mission is to provide top-grade AV and broadcasting solutions while giving precedence to design, user experience, and lifetime product support. Every solution is carefully designed by BZBGEAR hardware and software engineers to ensure that the quality and features are unmatched. With award-winning products and industry-leading support, BZBGEAR is the number one choice for any AV and broadcast application.

BZBGEAR provides end-to-end pro AV and broadcasting solutions including live streaming and video production products. They pride themselves in unparalleled customer service and seven-days-a-week tech support. All BZBGEAR products are backed by a three-year warranty, with a two-year extended warranty available for camera products upon registration.

To learn more, visit https://bzbgear.com/.

Crestron

Crestron builds technology for every way people work, everywhere in the world – from desktop to boardrooms, offices to multi-nationals. Their technology adapts to what you have and prepares you for what you’ll need. Platforms, devices, and systems are designed to improve communication and collaboration, all managed by a cloud-based system for easy deployment, monitoring and upgrading. Crestron creates faster, better, simpler solutions so people can work more productively.

Their products are backed by more than 90 fully staffed offices that provide 24 x 7 x 365 sales, technical, and training support across the globe. In addition to their World Headquarters in Rockleigh, New Jersey, Crestron has sales and support offices throughout the U.S., Canada, Europe, Asia, Latin America, and Australia.

To learn more, visit https://www.crestron.com/.

HARMAN

HARMAN designs and engineers connected products and solutions for automakers, consumers, and enterprises worldwide, including connected car systems, audio and visual products, enterprise automation solutions, and services supporting the Internet of Things. With leading brands including AKG®, Harman Kardon®, Infinity®, JBL®, Lexicon®, Mark Levinson® and Revel®, HARMAN is admired by audiophiles, musicians and the entertainment venues where they perform around the world. More than 50 million automobiles on the road today are equipped with HARMAN audio and connected car systems. Their software services power billions of mobile devices and systems that are connected, integrated and secure across all platforms.

HARMAN has a workforce of approximately 30,000 people across the Americas, Europe, and Asia. In 2017, HARMAN became a wholly-owned subsidiary of Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd.

To learn more, visit https://www.harman.com/.

Invision

Founded in 2002, Invision is Europe’s leading value-added distributor of professional technology solutions for homes, hotels and business, supplying custom installers across the UK and Ireland. They work closely with manufacturer partners to provide immediate, one-stop access to the latest products and technologies. Their reputation is built upon same-day shipment combined with unrivaled customer service and exceptional technical support.

Their mission is to meet the evolving needs of trade customers, to help them compete and succeed, and to build profitable, long-term business partnerships.

To learn more, visit https://www.invisionuk.com/.

JLAudio

JLAudio is an independent, privately-held U.S. company active in the Home, Mobile, Powersports and Marine Audio markets. They focus on delivering unique engineering, superior quality and high-performance audio to customers around the world. They believe that great audio has real value, and that their customers can ‘tell the difference’.

To learn more, visit https://www.jlaudio.com/.

Kaleidescape

Kaleidescape is the only online provider of films with full-fidelity audio and video for luxury home cinema. The company’s Internet-delivered movies include exclusive metadata that enables its award-winning movie players to produce a truly astonishing home cinema experience. Kaleidescape systems are installed worldwide in the best homes and yachts. Founded in 2001, and headquartered in California, Kaleidescape sells its products exclusively through custom integrators.

To learn more, visit https://www.kaleidescape.com/.

LG

The LG indoor fine-pitch direct view LED (DVLED) home cinema display is LG’s first-ever DVLED display series designed specifically for high-end residential installations. It allows viewers to immerse themselves in the captivating brilliance, vibrant color, wide contrast ratio, and breathtaking screen sizes of their very own home theater in any room they choose – even those with bright sunlight. Available in various sizes and performance levels, LG’s home cinema displays take the guess work out of configuring which DVLED screen is right for each consumer. From 2K to 8K configurations with screen sizes from 108-inches to a show stopping 325-inches, these solutions come with virtually everything customers need, except the popcorn.

That includes LG direct view LED panels, 5% spare modules, spare boards, parts and a service tool. All of this ships in a custom branded, wheeled flight case to protect the display when it has to be moved. Every DVLED Home Cinema Display comes with exceptional warranty and services, including a 5-year ExtendedCare Warranty, 3 years of LG TotalCare Health Checks and a 3-year subscription to LG ConnectedCare.

To learn more, visit https://www.lg.com/us/business/direct-view-led-home-cinema-display.

Shure

Shure has been making people sound extraordinary for nearly a century. Founded in 1925, the company is a leading global manufacturer of audio equipment known for quality, performance, and durability. They make microphones, wireless microphone systems, in-ear monitors, earphones and headphones, conferencing systems, and more. For critical listening, or high-stakes moments on stage, in the studio, and from the meeting room, you can always rely on Shure.

Shure Incorporated is headquartered in Niles, Illinois, in the United States. They have nearly 40 manufacturing facilities and regional sales offices throughout the Americas, EMEA, and Asia.

To learn more, visit https://www.shure.com/.

Vanco

The Vanco International legacy began with the self-titled brand, “Vanco”. As one of the first brands to offer HDMI cables before they were widely available, Vanco has the unique privilege of truly understanding distributor connectivity needs and requirements. With over 1,800+ SKUs and growing, the Vanco® line offers the most comprehensive selection of audio and video products and accessories available for distribution. The line features a large assortment of value-priced audio and video distribution, cable, IR kit, converter and adapter, networking and wall mounting solutions, that distributors can mix-and-match to offer installers everything they need for the latest in audio and video technology.

To learn more, visit https://www.vanco1.com/.