Learn everything you need to know to install a whole home audio solution into your smart home!

This video is part 1 of a 2-part series, and covers tools, equipment, how to connect multiple receivers together, and the costs for the project.

Part 2 will cover smart home integration - specifically, Home Assistant.

00:00 Start
01:27 Tools
8:09 Equipment
17:45 Connections
23:15 Costs

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