As a programming company that specializes in customized Crestron systems, one of the things we program on just about every project is a Crestron touch panel. Crestron touch panel programming is a very specialized skill all on its own. Not only does it require an experienced Crestron programmer, but also someone who has graphic design and user experience (UX) skills.
For many of our end users, the touch panel is the only point of contact they will ever have with their Crestron system, so it’s important that it is easy to use. Its design should be intuitive, even for users with very little experience with integrated control systems. When we design touch panels, we take great care in organizing the information in ways that make logical sense. We believe that someone should be able to approach a touch panel for the first time and have a pretty good idea of how to operate it. Of course, with more complex systems, there will be some level of end user training involved, but typically, our clients have no trouble operating their systems on a daily basis.
A touch panel is also often out in the open—often mounted to a wall in a prominent location in a house or office. Therefore, it makes sense that users would want the touch panel to have an attractive design. Our touch panel designers can incorporate elements like custom graphics, colors that coordinate with the home or office’s interior design, and other graphic elements. A well-designed touch panel is also uncluttered—without too many buttons per screen. Instead, it is organized with subcategories that allow the user to easily complete their desired function with the touch of only a few buttons.
When it comes to the actual programming of your Crestron system, it’s important to understand that it’s often not just the touch panel itself that needs programming, but other devices as well. As experienced Crestron programmers, we can program any Crestron device to work with your touch panel, and we can integrate multiple systems within your home to be controlled by a single touch panel. Those devices and systems can include your home or office’s AV systems, lighting, HVAC, water features, security systems, shades, and more. Integration can eliminate the need for multiple touch panels or remotes, making things simpler for anyone involved in controlling the systems in a home or building.
If you’re looking for a company to provide your home or office building with customized control, we highly recommend you contact a company like AVPA that specializes in Crestron touch panel programming. We will work with you to design a touch panel that will be easy to operate and that provides you with control over a variety of systems.
