# CIE Group

> Installers, architects and contractors trust CIE Group as a leading supplier of security \& AV products to the industry, providing unrivalled UK\-based support\.

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## Pages
- [Home](https://cie-group.com/)
- [News](https://cie-group.com/news/)
- [Salto](https://cie-group.com/brands/salto/)
- [Brands](https://cie-group.com/brands/)
- [Quanika](https://cie-group.com/brands/quanika/)

## Posts
- [Cloud vs\. On\-Premises Access Control: Choosing the Right Solution](https://cie-group.com/cloud-access-vs-on-premises/): What’s the real difference between cloud\-based access control and traditional on\-premises systems \- and why make the switch? VOLO Cloud Access Control founder, Dean Kernot, tackles the question\.
- [What is the difference between balanced \& unbalanced audio signals?](https://cie-group.com/difference-between-balanced-and-unbalanced/): CIE's HowToAV team considers how the use of Balanced audio signals can dramatically reduce interference and explains how Balanced and Unbalanced audio signals differ\.\.\.
- [What is PoE \(Power over Ethernet\) and PoC \(Power over Cable\)?](https://cie-group.com/difference-between-poe-and-poc/): Power\-over Ethernet \(PoE\), Power\-over\-Cable \(PoC\) and now Power\-over\-HDBaseT \(PoH\) are all based on the same basic principle of simultaneously providing both data signal and power from one device to another over the same cable\. HowToAV takes a look at how each one differs and the benefits of PoE powered devices\.\.\.
- [What is a Dynamic Lockdown Procedure?](https://cie-group.com/dynamic-lockdown/): Detailed guidance on Lockdown Systems and Dynamic Lockdown Prcedures in the UK\. A Lockdown Procedure provides a robust and effective plan for school and to assist in the protection of children and staff against weapon and terrorist attacks\.
- [How does HDR video work?](https://cie-group.com/hdr-video/): HowToAV\.tv talks to CEDIA Technical Director \- David Meyer \- about HDR video \(High Dynamic Range\) and how it works\.

## Products
- [Network Audio Amp](https://cie-group.com/product/axis-network-audio-amp/): The Axis C8210 Network Audio Amplifier allows any conventional passive analogue low impedance loudspeaker to be connected to a network as part of a 'hybrid' audio\-over\-IP system\.
- [IP Ceiling Speaker](https://cie-group.com/product/interm-ip-ceiling-speaker/): The IP\-1015CS is an all\-in\-one network ceiling speaker system with a built\-in class D amplifier\.
- [IP Wall Speaker](https://cie-group.com/product/interm-ip-wall-speaker/): The IP\-1015WS is an all\-in\-one network wall/cabinet speaker system with a built\-in class D amplifier\.
- [IP Audio Output Bridge](https://cie-group.com/product/interm-ip-audio-output-bridge/): IP\-1015BX network audio module box allows legacy analogue speaker systems and Inter M network audio systems to combine and work together as one\.
- [Auracast OEM Module](https://cie-group.com/product/auracast-oem-module/): Product Short Description \- Not used\.

## Events
- [The Security Event 2026](https://cie-group.com/event/the-security-event-2026/): Partnering with some of the industry’s leading access control \& security brands, join the CIE\-Group team \<b\>at The Security Event 2026\</b\> to see the latest innovations\!

## Downloads
- [OPUS Technologies Catalogue](https://cie-group.com/download/opus-technologies-catalogue/): OPUS Technologies for assistive listening technologies\.
- [Inter\-M EVA Matrix Catalogue](https://cie-group.com/download/inter-m-eva-matrix-catalogue/): Full digital network, voice alarm and public address system\.
- [Quanika Visitor Point Catalogue](https://cie-group.com/download/quanika-visitor-point-catalogue/): Next generation access and visitor management\.
- [Carson Catalogue](https://cie-group.com/download/carson-catalogue/): 24/7 Remote Doorman and Virtual Concierge Service in a One\-App Resident Experience\.
- [Quanika Catalogue](https://cie-group.com/download/quanika-catalogue/): Quanika software solutions\.

## Projects
- [Nottingham city centre Help Point](https://cie-group.com/project/nottingham-help-point/): A 24\-hour Emergency Help Point in Nottingham city centre connects anyone in distress directly to CCTV control room operators, using a 2N IP Force 2\.0 intercom supplied by CIE\-Group\.
- [Akuvox Home Intercom for Iwan Thomas](https://cie-group.com/project/iwan-thomas-akuvox-home-intercom/): Former Olympic athlete Iwan Thomas chose an Akuvox X912 video door phone and S567G indoor answering panel as part of a wider security upgrade at his home in Southampton\.
- [Wendy's franchisee](https://cie-group.com/project/wendys-marchnetworks/): Wendy's franchisee uses March Networks Searchlight for Retail to help with cash management, food costs, and employee compliance\.
- [Halifax Music Masking Systems](https://cie-group.com/project/halifax-music-masking-systems/): Halifax creates a sound masking system for client privacy in their high street branches
- [NCHA Housing Project](https://cie-group.com/project/ncha-housing-project-sound-masking-system/): Providing privacy of sound for adult residents with mental health issues was priority for NCHA Bridge Street \(Nottingham Community Housing Association\)\.

## Solutions
- [Lockdown Systems](https://cie-group.com/solution/lockdown-systems/): Strong, secure lockdown systems for offices, venues and schools\.
- [Assistive Hearing Systems](https://cie-group.com/solution/assistive-hearing-systems/): Support improved communication for those with hearing impairments\.
- [EN54 Systems](https://cie-group.com/solution/en54-systems/): Ensure safety with our EN54\-certified voice alarm and public address systems
- [Public Address](https://cie-group.com/solution/public-address/): Complete public address systems for widescale announcements\.
- [Access Control](https://cie-group.com/solution/access-control/): Design and supply of everything you need for access control systems\.

## Services
- [Custom Electronics \& Cabling Solutions](https://cie-group.com/service/custom-electronics-cabling/): When off\-the\-shelf solutions won’t cut it, we offer bespoke electronic components and cabling\.
- [Product Demos](https://cie-group.com/service/product-demos/): Understand the ins and outs of the latest advancements in security, intercom and AV\. In\-person or remote demonstrations to help you get the most out of your investment\.
- [Prebuild \& Configuration](https://cie-group.com/service/prebuild-configuration/): More than a supplier, our specialist teams can design, build and configure your systems\. That means faster installations for you, and fewer disruptions for your customers\.
- [Training \& Support](https://cie-group.com/service/training-support/): We offer free training on technologies, installation techniques and product awareness\. Helping your team of AV professionals install better, faster, more efficient systems\.
- [System Design](https://cie-group.com/service/system-design/): Free of charge AV and security system design and architecture service\. \<br/\>
Get total project management and 
expert consultation to meet your 
brief\.

## Awards
- [Akuvox R29 IP Door Intercom wins Smart Building Awards 2021](https://cie-group.com/award/akuvox-r29-ip-door-intercom-wins-smart-building-awards-2021/): CIE picks up Best Security Solution at Smart Building Awards 2021 for Akuvox R29 Smart IP Door Intercom\.

## News
- [Akuvox Quarterly Updates](https://cie-group.com/cie-news/inside-akuvox-q2-2026-update/): \<p\>
	Welcome to our latest Akuvox Quartlerly Updates, where we take a closer look at the newest additions and key product highlights across the Akuvox access control and intercom portfolio\.\</p\>
- [CIE\-Group Strengthens Leadership Team with New Director Appointments](https://cie-group.com/cie-news/cie-group-announces-new-directors/): CIE\-Group marks an exciting new chapter by announcing two new appointments to its Board of Directors, Ashley Wilson joins as Technical Director and David Dorton as Business Development Director\.
- [Aliro 1\.0 Arrives: New standard for digital keys and smart security](https://cie-group.com/cie-news/aliro-1-0-arrives-the-new-access-control-standard/): \<p\>The new access control standard set to change how we unlock doors\</p\>
- [Introducing CYP XA\-3P Portable HDMI Pattern Generator](https://cie-group.com/cie-news/xa-3p/)
- [New Akuvox IP Intercom catalogue launched](https://cie-group.com/cie-news/akuvox-catalogue/)

## Categories
- [Uncategorized](https://cie-group.com/category/uncategorized/)

## Tags
- [Akuvox](https://cie-group.com/tag/cie-brand-akuvox/)
- [2N](https://cie-group.com/tag/cie-brand-2n/)

## Brands
- [Clockaudio](https://cie-group.com/brand/clockaudio/)
- [CYP](https://cie-group.com/brand/cyp/)
- [2N](https://cie-group.com/brand/2n/)
- [Clever Little Box](https://cie-group.com/brand/cie/clb/)
- [Inter\-M](https://cie-group.com/brand/inter-m/)

## Product categories
- [Slimline Gooseneck Microphones](https://cie-group.com/product-category/audio/microphones-figma-22/slimline-gooseneck-microphones/)
- [Boundary Microphones](https://cie-group.com/product-category/audio/microphones-figma-22/boundary-microphones/)
- [Modular](https://cie-group.com/product-category/intercom/ip-intercoms-intercom/modular/)
- [HDBaseT Transmitters \& Receivers](https://cie-group.com/product-category/audio-visual/hdbaset-distribution/hdbaset-transmitters-and-receivers-hdbaset-distribution/)
- [Microphone Shockmounts](https://cie-group.com/product-category/audio/microphones-figma-22/microphone-shockmounts/)

## Content Type
- [Blog](https://cie-group.com/content-type/blog/)
- [Resource](https://cie-group.com/content-type/resource/)
- [Video](https://cie-group.com/content-type/video/)

## Content Filter
- [Audio](https://cie-group.com/content-filter/audio/)
- [Audio Visual](https://cie-group.com/content-filter/audio-visual/)
- [Access Control \& Door Intercoms](https://cie-group.com/content-filter/access-control-door-intercoms/)
- [HDMI](https://cie-group.com/content-filter/hdmi/)
- [Access Control \- Contactless](https://cie-group.com/content-filter/access-control-contactless/)

## Sector Type
- [Residential](https://cie-group.com/sector-type/residential/)
- [Education](https://cie-group.com/sector-type/education/)
- [Leisure](https://cie-group.com/sector-type/leisure/)
- [Retail](https://cie-group.com/sector-type/retail/)
- [Corporate](https://cie-group.com/sector-type/corporate/)

## Product Type
- [Public Address](https://cie-group.com/project-product-type/public-address/)
- [Intercom \& Access Control](https://cie-group.com/project-product-type/intercom-access-control/)
- [Audio\-over\-IP](https://cie-group.com/project-product-type/audio-over-ip/)
- [Rack Builds](https://cie-group.com/project-product-type/rack-builds/)
- [Video Distribution](https://cie-group.com/project-product-type/video-distribution/)

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