I'm continuously amazed by the technology here, as the hotel I am staying at includes a 52-inch flat screen TV, wireless broadband Internet, and a remote control that operates all the lighting, air conditioning, all in my own room.

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The transmitter or remote will control the sources, zones, lighting levels and volume.

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"A reluctant reality, " says Mr. Linley, whose clients often insist on Lutron lighting systems that allow you to control the light, blinds and television with a remote.

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