What We Do
Janus Tech specializes in creating custom, user-friendly smart home systems that streamline access to device controls through a single interface.
Customizable Features
Security
Lighting/Power
Temperature Control
Comfort
AV Entertainment
Appliances and more
We implement sophisticated, hardwired mesh WiFi networks as well– providing superior coverage, security and system reliability.
Additionally, our installations are coupled with a year of remote/onsite coverage and support— making your journey to smart home proficiency even easier.
User Friendly Integration
We enable compatibility between thousands of different smart devices/brands, and allow control through applications from companies such as Apple, Samsung, and Google.
Benefits of this Process:
Provides a more simplistic and intuitive interface to control your home with.
Seamless integration with brand specific operating systems. (Phones, Vehicles, TVs, Watches, Tablets…)
Allows for instant access to device controls through a simple dropdown-menu on smartphones.
Eliminates the hassle of fumbling through your home screen to gain control of your smart devices.
We’re able to tie device controls and automations to any physical switch or keypad as well. We can enable the ability to lockup and shutdown the whole house, or a single room— by simply pressing a button.
The Home Server
The Janus Tech system’s core is a high performance server. It serves as the central hub that all your smart devices connect to and communicate with.
Installed within the home— it will run all sorts of applications for many different use cases.
Additional Server Features
File Storage (for photos, videos, documents, camera footage…)
Private Hosting (for websites, game servers, business management platforms…)
Password Management
Remote Network security/ad block and more
The server dashboard provides easy access to all these features and more from anywhere in the world with an internet connection.
Limitless Possibilities
Each system is built from the ground up, allowing for tailored customization throughout the entire process.
We’ll assist you every step of the way— to design, build and customize a tailored system that suits your life-style and enhances your quality of living.
If we don’t outwardly offer something, just ask. We’ll work to make it happen.
Home Security
All security devices are made accessible through your home’s interface, enhancing security and useability.
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Camera footage is stored on the home’s private, secure server.
Types of cameras we can provide:
High-Resolution 4K/2K/HD Hardwired Cameras
Motion Tracking PTZ Cameras
2-Way Audio, Video Doorbells and Cameras
AI Enhanced Cameras, with License Plate/Facial Recognition
Available playback is determined by the cameras/video doorbells used and the amount of storage installed.
No subscription fees are required.
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Receive notifications when someone is at your door.
Types of entryway security devices:
Smart Door Locks
Garage Door Openers
2-Way Audio, Video Doorbells
Use cases:
Talk to people at the door and grant them access to your home remotely.
Eliminates the worry of leaving locks or garage doors open when you leave.
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Receive notifications/alerts when the alarm is triggered.
Types of sensors:
Motion Sensors
Door Contact Sensors
Window Contact Sensors
Glass Break Sensors
Environmental Sensors
Alarm systems can be armed and disarmed using the home’s interface, keypads on the wall or through automations.
Sensors can also be paired with sirens and/or flashing lights to ward off intruders and/or alert neighbors.
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Security Automations:
Simulated Occupancy - Shades and Lighting can be programmed to simulate occupancy when no one is home, effectively deterring intruders.
Auto Arming - Alarm systems, door locks and simulated occupancy can be programmed to activate as soon as the last person leaves the home and can disarm automatically when you pull into the driveway.
Bedtime - A remote switch next to your bed can turn off lights, lock the doors, shut garage doors, closes blinds and more. All with the press of a button.
These are just a few basic examples of what your security system can be capable of.
Our security solutions offer peace of mind, by making it easier to secure and watch over your home, even when you aren’t around.
Smart Lighting
Smart lighting simplifies your living experience and redefines the way you illuminate any given space.
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Additional methods of physical lighting control:
Labeled Keypads and Theme Controllers
Wireless Remote Switches and keypads
Use cases:
Labeled Keypads and Theme Switches can activate themes or turn all lights off with the press of a button.
Remote switches can be used as additional toggle points for smart switches and can be mounted on any surface.
All physical controls can tie in smart devices around the home for convenient, whole home automations.
Automation: A remote switch or theme controller can turn off lights throughout the house, lock doors, shut blinds, close garage doors, adjust the temperature, and more.
All with the press of a button.
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Methods of hands free lighting control include:
Voice Assistants
Motion and Contact Sensors
Automations:
Motion sensors in the hallway can trigger lights to illuminate your path at night, with preset, adjustable light levels for different times of day.
Voice assistants can be used for hands free activation of automations and themes.
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Light Color/Temperature can be adjusted using:
Smart bulbs
Smart Light strips
Smart lights can be used to:
Change light color and temperature
Adjust brightness
Turn lights on/off remotely
Make any light fixture smart
Automation:
By simply pressing a button— themes with preset colors and brightness can be activated to instantly enhance/change the mood of any room.
These simple changes highlight the short-comings of standard lighting control, and add an extra layer of convenience into everyday life.
Comfort Control
Enhance your home using smart devices that make it easier to maintain preferred comfort levels, and eliminate the need for manual adjustments.
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Types of devices:
Smart Thermostats
Smart Ceiling Fans
Smart Blinds/Shades
Smart Water Valves/Monitors and Moisture Sensors
Air Purifiers
Space Heaters and more
All can be used to conveniently enhance comfort levels throughout your home.
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Smart Thermostats can be set up to adjust your homes temperature based on the time of day.
Some can adjust their schedules based on your activity to save energy around preferred comfort levels.
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Any type of window treatment can be motorized:
Roller Blinds
Honeycomb Shades
Wooden Slat Blinds
Drapes
Outdoor Screens and more
All can be managed from the home's interface or by a physical switch, keypad or remote.
Automation:
They all can adjust themselves as the sun moves throughout the day, providing your preferred natural light levels without any input.
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Save energy and preserve your heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC) system by:
Allowing remote access to controls
Allowing temperature adjustments through schedules.
Using automations to reduce usage when no one is home.
Automation:
As your home starts to heat or cool. Shades, ceiling fans, space heaters and more can work in tandem with your HVAC system, reducing its overall strain and energy consumption.
Automations like this can help to reach your desired temperature faster.
All features can effectively reduce your HVAC system’s usage, prolonging its life span while saving you energy and money over time.
Entertainment
Accessing home entertainment through a single interface enhances your overall experience by simplifying control and maximizing convenience.
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Home Theaters provide an escape from reality.
Using:
Top notch surround sound systems
Theater seating
Specialized lighting and more
We are able to create the ultimate immersive viewing experience.
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Whole Home Audio systems make enjoying music throughout your home easy.
Audio input methods can include:
Smart Phones
Voice assistants
Record Players
Stereo Receiver/Amplifiers and more
Audio can be grouped to play throughout the house or split into separate zones for private listening.
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Whether you need discrete surround sound or rock shaped speakers for your patio/garden, we got you covered.
Types of speakers we can install include:
In-ceiling/wall speakers
Invisible speakers
Bookshelf speakers
Floor standing towers
Outdoor speakers and more
We offer high-end speakers for any use case.
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Home Theater Automations:
Pressing 'play' can dim the lights and shut the blinds automatically.
Pausing can bring light levels up slightly, to allow for safe movement without blinding others in the room.
Remote/Smart switches and keypads, can be programmed with themes that lower the projector screen, close the blinds and dim the lights.
Whole Home Audio Automations:
Your favorite music can be set up to start playing as soon as you arrive home.
Themes can tie in music to start playing a preset song/playlist in any given space with the press of a button.
We install a variety of speakers, projectors, screens, TVs and specialized lighting to deliver any desired Audio/Visual entertainment features.
Enhanced Network Performance
A fast, reliable WiFi network is the backbone for any high functioning smart home.
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A typical WiFi network, consists of a router with a built-in access point, and wireless mesh extenders to increase the range.
This basic setup can cause issues such as:
Increased latency
Decreased speeds
Lower signal strength and reliability.
Higher potential for interference from other networks/devices.
Our Solution: We hardwire WiFi access points (AP) around the home back to a high-performance router.
Beneficial features:
Stronger and more reliable signals around your home.
Self-optimizing network that reduces the potential for interference.
Faster, more reliable speeds throughout the covered space.
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We implement multiple security measures to protect your home's network.
Firewalls:
Blocks malicious and unwanted/suspicious network traffic.
Local DNS (Domain Name System):
Systematic pop-up/tracker blocking across the network
Parental controls to block specific websites or services across the entire network.
Increases load times for repeat visit webpages
VPN (Virtual Private Network):
Allows for a remote connection back to your home to use the same network security and ad block features above from any public, private or cellular networks.
Enables secure browsing on remote networks
Your home network should be just as secure as it is functional.
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All our networks are set up using devices from Ubiquiti.
Their products offer superior software functionality, while delivering the quality, performance and reliability expected from enterprise grade equipment.
Network devices we install and configure include:
Routers
Hardwired WiFi Access Points
Network Switches
Modems and more
Where they are located:
All network equipment is placed in a cabinet rack, along with the home server and any audio equipment.
All low voltage cabling (Data, Speaker, Security, etc) around the house is run back to this specified location.
WiFi access points are mapped out beforehand to ensure complete coverage throughout the home and designated outdoor spaces.
Why Choose Us?
Most “smart home” providers today, began as Audio/Visual installers or electricians that now offer a proprietary “control system”, purchased from a distributor or manufacturer.
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While these systems can offer decent functionality, they often come with drawbacks.
Common Issues We’ve Found:
Limited software flexibility and functionality
Limited third-party integrations
Longer troubleshooting times
Overpriced proprietary hardware
Less user-friendly interfaces
Less qualified installers
Moreover, they tend to be cloud reliant and typically require a subscription— meaning you never truly own the system you've paid for.
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With us, each new system is custom-built and programed from the ground up.
Because the system was designed by us, we fundamentally understand it's capabilities. This allows us to:
Perfectly customize it's features around all of your specific needs and preferences.
Offer more tailored and user-friendly interfaces.
Quickly solve technical issues if/when they arise.
Work with a wider array of devices and systems.
Additionally, there are no required subscription fees and we offer exclusively third-party devices at their retail pricing.
This being the case you'll have peace of mind to know that:
You know exactly what you are getting
You own your system completely
You have full control over every piece of it.
The most qualified people are handling the set up and servicing of your system from the start.
By working with Janus Tech, you’re investing in a system that is truly yours— backed by a commitment to high-quality service, and long-term satisfaction.