Project: Southtowne Fitness Center

Southtowne is a popular luxury apartment complex and retail center in Pensacola, Florida. Developed by Studer Properties, it features 258 residential units, an outdoor pool, rooftop lounge, two gyms, a game room, cybercafé and business center.

Challenge
Studer Properties wanted an audio system that included speakers for the Southtowne fitness center and wireless radio frequency (RF) transmitters that would allow gym visitors to dial into the audio of one of the three TV’s in the room. It sought help from Greg Klimetz, an AV system integrator at Relevant AV Solutions.

Solution
Klimetz proposed an audio over Wi-Fi solution from Listen Technologies. The Audio Everywhere product* could easily and affordably be installed over Southtowne’s existing wireless network. Residents and guests would be able to download the free Listen Technologies audio over Wi-Fi app on their smart devices and stream audio from one of four Southtowne audio channels.
Using headphones, earbuds, or Bluetooth-enabled hearing aids, they would be able to experience clear sound regardless of distance from the audio source or competing background noise.
Studer Properties liked the ability to deliver a customized audio experience to residents and contracted Relevant AV Solutions to manage product installation. Klimetz also customized the product’s app to reflect the Southtowne logo and unique audio selection options for residents.

Result
Enhanced resident experience
– The response from residents and guests has been very positive as they are able to enjoy clear, personalized audio streamed directly to their smart devices in the fitness center and surrounding amenity areas.

Reinforced Southtowne brand
–Southtowne was able to customize the Listen Technologies audio over Wi-Fi app to reflect its logo and unique audio options. The developer and leasing office also are able to push information and updates to residents via the app.

Offered plug and play functionality
– The system operates over Southtowne’s existing wireless network meaning there was no costly or complicated install.