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URC HOME AUTOMATION FOR ST. PETERSBURG PROPERTIES

Experience the future of smarter living and business operations with URC Automation. With effortless control of your lighting, entertainment, climate, and security, you can transform your St. Petersburg property into a seamless, intuitive environment. Work with a professional URC dealer like Rick’s for a tailored installation that adds convenience and efficiency to your home or business.




URC Home Automation Solutions

Home System. Adjust your home’s lighting, entertainment, climate, and security from a single intuitive interface for unmatched convenience.Experience effortless control and management of your St. Petersburg home with a URC Smart

Whole Home Control

Experience the epitome of luxury living in St. Petersburg with a URC home automation installation that makes managing your waterfront or city home effortless. URC whole-home solutions allow you to manage lighting, audio, climate, and security from a single intuitive interface. Elevate the elegance and sophistication of your Florida home with personalized settings that cater to your family’s lifestyle, providing comfort and convenience at your fingertips. Trust in URC and the experts at Rick’s Electronics Boutique for a refined living experience and whole-home technology control.

Elegant Control

URC offers user-friendly control options that redefine luxury living. Intuitive interfaces and sleek designs put all of your home’s technology in the palm of your hand, so setting adjustments are effortless and elegant. Quickly dim the lights, arm the security system, or lower the thermostat from your smartphone, tablet, or with a voice command. Comfort and convenience are always within reach with custom-tailored technology settings that reflect your unique lifestyle.

Elevate Your Space

Elevate your indoor and outdoor living spaces to new heights with a URC home automation system. Cutting-edge technology meets unparalleled elegance to transform your home into a sanctuary of ease, style, and luxury. You can effortlessly blend style and functionality with technology solutions that seamlessly integrate with your design for enhanced aesthetics and unmatched convenience. Experience the premier luxury living experience, where every detail is tailored to your needs and enhances the ambiance of any occasion.

Direct Your Favorite Scenes

Create unforgettable entertainment experiences with URC Scenes. Effortlessly customize lighting, audio, and video settings to craft the perfect ambiance for movie nights, dinner parties, or relaxing evenings. Designed to elevate family moments in your luxury home, URC provides seamless control so you can transform any room into an entertainment haven with the touch of a button. Enjoy tailored experiences that reflect your sophisticated taste and cater to the entire family’s preferences.

Confidence to Relax

URC Automation gives you the confidence to relax in your luxury home by seamlessly integrating and managing all your technology. With intuitive control over lighting, climate, and security, you can enjoy peace of mind knowing your home is optimized for comfort, efficiency and safety. Simplify your daily routines with reliable, user-friendly solutions that let you unwind, transforming your living spaces into havens of tranquility and sophistication.

Seamless Control

Enjoy seamless control options that redefine luxury living. Manage your home effortlessly with elegantly designed remotes, sophisticated countertop controllers, and a user-friendly smartphone app, all providing intuitive access to your lighting, audio, climate, and security systems. With remote access capabilities, you’re always connected and in control, no matter where you are. URC's comprehensive solutions leave you feeling confident and secure at every touchpoint.

Peace of Mind

URC Automation provides seamless communication with your home's entry points, whether at home or across the globe. Manage door locks, gates, and garage doors from anywhere for enhanced security and peace of mind with remote access capabilities. Monitor and control access through an intuitive interface on your smartphone or tablet, ensuring your home remains secure and welcoming. Your home becomes the ultimate reflection of confident, luxurious living.

Profiles in Comfort

With URC Automation, you can create personalized profiles tailored to every family member, dog walker, babysitter, or other guest. From lighting and climate to entertainment preferences, each profile is easy to customize for maximum convenience and luxury at every interaction. Transform the entire property at the tap of a button, personalizing spaces to suit everyone’s unique taste. Live a luxury lifestyle with intuitive technology that seamlessly adapts to individual needs and preferences.

Relax and Entertain

With the tap of a button, you can create the perfect ambiance for any occasion, whether it’s an outdoor barbecue or a football watch party. Adjust lighting, music, and temperature settings to suit an elegant dinner party with guests or a quiet night at home with the family. Intuitive URC technology transitions your home’s atmosphere with sophistication and style, crafting unparalleled luxury for every moment.



URC Commercial Automation Solutions

Upgrade your St. Petersburg business with URC’s robust portfolio of commercial technology solutions. Streamline services, improve employee productivity, and elevate customer satisfaction with integrated smart control.

Bars & Restaurants

Enhance your restaurant or bar’s ambiance with URC’s smart automation—perfect for the lively nightlife scene in downtown St. Petersburg. Every detail is custom-designed to streamline operations and elevate customer service with automated high-definition audio, precisely scheduled video content, and easily adjustable lighting for different times of the day. Plus, you can manage heating and cooling for all-day comfort for your guests. Enhance your restaurant or bar’s ambiance and efficiency, empowering employees to focus on what truly matters—exceptional guest experiences.

Mixed-Use Spaces

From single-room applications to complex multi-building applications, URC empowers you to focus on innovation and growth. URC technology streamlines operations and enhances efficiency across commercial, cultural, institutional, and industrial environments. With the right tools, every component of your business becomes more effortless, from managing operations to amenity spaces. Every aspect of your commercial space operates harmoniously under one easy-to-manage system.

Offices & Conference Rooms

Elevate your next boardroom presentation with URC to bring together audiovisual equipment, lighting, climate control, and other room features. Enhance productivity and focus with intuitive controls and custom settings that facilitate efficient meetings in conferencing spaces. Simplified controls transform your professional spaces into hubs of innovation and decision-making to reflect the confidence and prestige of your company. From small office spaces to high-rise corporate offices, URC’s smart office solutions keep St. Pete’s thriving business community running efficiently.

Supermarkets

Grocery shopping is a breeze when your customers are enjoying themselves. Transform the supermarket experience by blending luxurious design with peak efficiency. URC automates lighting, climate, and entertainment to create an inviting atmosphere that enhances the shopper experience and improves brand loyalty. Drive traffic and sales with customized audio and video solutions to engage customers and promote special offers.

Community Centers

URC transforms community centers into vibrant activity hubs where technology fosters connection and engagement. Our solutions enhance the functionality of spaces, from auditoriums to meeting rooms, with easy-to-use lighting, audio, and video system controls. Create welcoming spaces encouraging interaction and participation with seamlessly executed technology experiences powered by URC Automation. Bring your community together in spaces that are both modern and user-friendly.

Stadiums & Venues

Technology meets the demand for large-scale excitement in stadiums and event venues with URC Automation. These powerful systems expertly manage vast arrays of sound systems and lighting setups to amplify fan experiences, from thunderous cheering to crystal-clear announcements. Create unforgettable moments with seamlessly integrated controls that make every game or event more enjoyable. Sports and entertainment come to life, and every seat becomes the best seat in the house.

Food Trucks

In a city known for its vibrant food scene, URC Automation elevates St. Petersburg food trucks with high-quality sound and seamless operations that draw in crowds. Compact, high-powered audio systems deliver crystal-clear music and announcements, which elevates the ambiance while you focus on culinary excellence. Effortlessly control lighting and entertainment to curate an inviting atmosphere that draws crowds, boosts loyalty, and makes your mobile eatery stand out with an unforgettable guest experience.

Fitness Centers

Whether you have a boutique gym in the Grand Central District or a luxury fitness center on the waterfront, URC brings excitement and convenience to your space. Luxury and functionality converge for optimal performance, enhancing the workout environment with dynamic audio and tailored lighting to create a motivating and energizing atmosphere. Integrated climate and entertainment controls let you craft a seamless experience for every member so your fitness facility delivers peak performance and satisfaction, setting you apart in the wellness industry.



Why Choose URC for Your St. Petersburg Property?

For the last thirty years, URC has been respected for its unsurpassed performance and reliability and continues to lead the industry in automation and control technology.

Why Use a Local URC Certified Installer?

Choosing a local URC Certified installer in St. Petersburg for your residential or commercial technology projects guarantees a superior level of expertise and precision. The expert technicians at Rick’s are trained directly by URC to install and optimize state-of-the-art automation systems for seamless integration and operation. Whether you're automating a waterfront estate, a high-rise condo, or a thriving downtown business, our team understands the unique demands of the area’s architecture and climate. With a URC Certified installer, you benefit from cutting-edge audio, video, security, and climate control solutions, all tailored to fit the lifestyle and business needs of St. Petersburg residents.

13 Consecutive Years Awarded for Training Excellence

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Total Control

Discover premium automation and control features that work in commercial and residential installations in St. Petersburg and Tampa, FL.

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Entertainment

Discover the future of home entertainment with leading-edge features designed to elevate your next movie marathon or video gaming mission through simplified system control. URC Smart control makes it effortless to host a watch party for a Rays game or enjoy a relaxing evening with your favorite music playing throughout the house. Imagine effortlessly managing your entire entertainment system with a touch of a button on a handheld touch screen, tabletop controller, or other URC controller. With user-centric designs that blend seamlessly into your décor, URC transforms home entertainment into an elegant and immersive experience.
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High-Definition Audio

Elevate your St. Petersburg home or business with crystal-clear, high-definition audio control systems. Whether entertaining guests or seeking the perfect background music for your daily activities, a URC system provides effortless control of your speaker system and listening experience. Enjoy the convenience of monitoring and managing your audio preferences with instant access to your favorite playlists and the power to play them outdoors or inside. Integrating high-fidelity sound has never been easier or more aesthetically pleasing than with URC’s Total Control.
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Comfort

Transform your living and working environments with URC's Total Control, the ultimate comfort and energy efficiency solution. Whether cooling your home during Florida’s warm summers or adjusting the climate for breezy winter evenings, URC provides intuitive climate system control. Control heating, cooling, pools, spas, and sprinklers—all from an intuitive touchscreen or voice command. URC systems are designed for effortless operation, offering streamlined automation settings to enhance comfort while reducing energy consumption, even when you're away from home. Total Control is perfect for high-end residential and commercial spaces in St. Petersburg, providing a refined, user-friendly experience that elevates style and functionality.
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Shades

To experience the epitome of comfort and luxury, elevate your St. Petersburg home and commercial spaces with URC’s motorized shades and blinds. These user-friendly, elegantly designed automated solutions provide effortless control over natural lighting and privacy by tapping a button or saying an intuitive voice command. These motorized window treatments integrate with your existing décor to enhance energy efficiency by optimizing heat and light levels and are ideal for high-end residential or commercial applications. Manage a single window shade or the entire property easily, seamlessly blending luxury and practicality. Automated shading solutions are a must-have for anyone looking to enhance their spaces with advanced, reliable technology that prioritizes aesthetics and functionality.
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Security

URC Total Control provides St. Petersburg homeowners and business owners with the ultimate peace of mind with intuitive security system control. You can lock doors, close the garage, and arm your surveillance system effortlessly from anywhere in the world, gaining real-time peace of mind. Access live video feeds from security cameras and door stations via intuitive touch screens, remotes, or mobile apps. Communicate directly with visitors or monitor different areas through high-resolution video intercoms and remotely controlled devices, allowing you to open doors for visitors, family, or deliveries. Secure, convenient, and fully integrated, Total Control transforms any environment into a fortified yet inviting space.
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Lighting

Set the perfect mood for every occasion with URC’s advanced lighting control solutions, designed to enhance your St. Petersburg home or business. Effortlessly adjust the lighting in your kitchen, home theater, bedrooms, and hallways for optimal convenience and ambiance. You can extend this control outdoors to your front porch, driveway, backyard, and pool areas for an enriched evening aesthetic and enhanced security. Intuitive one-touch controls are accessible via touchscreens, remotes, keypads, and apps that let you set the perfect mood or ensure your property is well-lit with a button tap or voice command.
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TKP-9600

The URC TKP-9600 is a premium in-wall touchscreen controller designed for advanced smart home automation, featuring a large high-resolution display, an intuitive interface, and seamless integration with AV, lighting, climate, and security systems.
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TDC-9100

The URC TDC-9100 is a high-performance tabletop touchscreen controller featuring a large high-resolution display, an intuitive user interface, and seamless integration with URC’s Total Control system for comprehensive smart home and AV automation.
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TKP-8600

The URC TKP-8600 is a sleek in-wall touchscreen controller that offers intuitive control over smart home and AV systems, featuring a high-resolution display, customizable interface, and seamless integration with URC’s Total Control system.
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TDC-8300

The URC TDC-8300 is a versatile tabletop touchscreen controller featuring a high-resolution display, an intuitive user interface, and seamless integration with URC’s Total Control system for effortless smart home and AV management.
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TDC-7100

This tabletop touchscreen is ideal for door stations and surveillance camera integration. It features an inductive charging base, an A/V intercom, a mic, a camera, and a speaker.
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TDC-5100

The URC TDC-5100 is a premium handheld touchscreen controller featuring a high-resolution display, ergonomic design, and seamless integration with URC’s Total Control system, providing intuitive and reliable smart home and AV control.
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TRC-1480

The URC TRC-1480 is a premium handheld remote control featuring a 2.4-inch touchscreen, push-button ergonomics, and voice control capabilities, providing seamless and intuitive operation for smart home automation and AV systems.
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TRC-1120

The URC TRC-1120 is a versatile handheld remote control designed for seamless integration with URC’s Total Control system, featuring a bright color display, responsive hard buttons, and reliable wireless connectivity for effortless smart home and AV control.
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TRC-1080

The TRC-1080 is a multi-room Wi-Fi remote that combines a vivid 2-inch screen, ergonomic design, and two-way feedback for ultimate control.
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URC Mobile

Your tablet and/or smartphone can provide comprehensive smart home control from anywhere using the free iOS or Android app.



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Complete Control

URC’s entry-level automation solution, Complete Control, allows you to enjoy reliable entertainment control in your St. Petersburg home using a handheld remote or mobile app.

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MX-4000

Experience unparalleled control with the MX-4000, URC's premium handheld touch screen controller. This device elegantly combines tactile hard buttons and a vibrant 5-inch LCD touch screen for effortless operation. Command your space through touch, voice, or buttons—no need to divert your attention from what matters. Fully equipped with a built-in microphone and speaker, the MX-4000 integrates seamlessly with Amazon Alexa and Comcast Xfinity. Its ergonomic design includes back-side finger grips and a motion sensor that activates the screen upon pickup. Elevate your control experience with the sophistication and efficiency of the MX-4000, transforming how you interact with your entire URC system.
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MX-1400

Discover the future of simplified automation with the URC MX-1400. It’s a versatile handheld remote designed for sophisticated ease and efficiency with a programmable controller that merges IR, RF, and Wi-Fi capabilities. It seamlessly integrates with Amazon Alexa and Comcast Xfinity for voice commands, and its brilliant 2.4” color LCD screen allows for personalized graphic placement to enhance the user experience. With the MX-1400, you can effortlessly control your audio/video components through walls and cabinet doors using compatible Complete Control base stations like the MRF-350 and MRF-260. Experience advanced control without the need to aim at components or even be in the same room. The MX-1400 is the perfect solution for the modern, connected home.
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MX-990

Elevate home entertainment experiences with the URC MX-990, the pinnacle of universal remote controls. Designed for seamless single-room IR control of your TV, audio/video components, and satellite boxes, the MX-990 is perfect for home theaters, kitchens, and bedrooms. Its brilliant 2.4" color LCD screen displays up to 8 buttons per screen for intuitive navigation. The ergonomic design features a backlit keypad, an on-board speaker, and a rechargeable battery with a charging cradle. Enjoy advanced features like custom user interfaces, event timers, and conditional logic for sophisticated programming that seamlessly controls your A/V systems through walls and doors—no need to point or be in the same room.
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MX-790

Master your home entertainment with the URC MX-790. This dynamic universal remote control streamlines your audiovisual experience using a handheld device that can manage all your IR devices. From TVs and A/V components to cable and satellite boxes, the MX-790 is perfect for home theaters, family rooms, or any entertainment area. Featuring a vibrant 2” color LCD screen, the MX-790 displays up to six buttons per screen and operates on standard AA batteries. When used with a compatible Complete Control base station, like the MRF-350 and MRF-260, it offers advanced control through walls and cabinet doors without the need to point at the components. Optimize your entertainment setup with the MX-790 and enjoy control from any corner of your home.
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MX-490

Unlock seamless control with the URC MX-490 universal remote. This programmable, handheld device offers direct management of numerous IR devices for enhanced convenience in any home setting. Featuring a vibrant 2" color LCD screen and backlit buttons, the MX-490 ensures ease of use in low-light conditions. Utilizing ultra-reliable narrow band RF, this remote interacts with Complete Control base stations so you can command A/V components through walls and cabinet doors or even from outside without aiming the remote directly at your devices. The MX-490 offers the flexibility to control your living spaces with advanced technology that blends seamlessly into your lifestyle.
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MX-890

Experience control with this highly versatile programmable universal remote. Designed for precision control over your TV, A/V components, and satellite systems, the MX-890 is perfect for enhancing home theaters, kitchens, and bedrooms. It has a customizable interface with a vibrant 2" color LCD screen that features unique on-screen graphics, icons, and themes tailored to your preferences by your URC dealer. With a compatible Complete Control base station, the MX-890 offers unparalleled command over devices through walls and doors, so you don’t need to point the remote or be in the same room. Its ergonomic design includes a backlit keypad, event and sleep timers, and a rechargeable battery. Elevate your home technology with the sophistication and functionality of the MX-890.



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Total Control Lite

For smaller installations of up to four rooms, Total Control Lite is URC's next generation of multi-room control and device integration.

Overview


Discover the elegance and convenience of Total Control Lite, URC's innovative system for seamless smart home integration for smaller applications. Designed for distribution partners across the country, Total Control Lite elevates the automation experience with intuitive interfaces like the TRC 820 and TRC 1080 remotes. For complete control from single to multiple rooms, use the TDC 7100 tabletop or the TKP 7600 on-wall controllers for stylish, centralized control of your entire home. With integration for hundreds of smart home products, including lighting, shades, and access control, Total Control Lite offers comprehensive management through iOS and Android devices as well, so you can manage your devices from anywhere.

Features & Benefits


Experience unparalleled convenience and customization with URC's Total Control Lite, a powerful solution from both the dealer and customer perspectives. Dealers benefit from off-site programming, which reduces the need for on-site visits to make adjustments or add graphics, saving time and resources. The system's customization features allow you to tailor screens with personalized backgrounds, buttons, and colors to seamlessly fit any décor. Total Control Lite offers voice compatibility with Alexa, Google, Siri HomeKit, and Comcast Xfinity, so homeowners can experience comprehensive voice integration and enhanced luxury living. Intercom functionality, whole-home macros for multi-device control, and off-site access via iOS or Android devices are just a few more of the innovative features only available from URC distributors.

Integrations


Experience robust device integration with URC's Total Control Lite, which connects with hundreds of leading brands across various subsystems in your home. Beyond audio and video control, Total Control Lite allows you to manage lighting, shades, and climate systems through a single, intuitive interface. The unified modules enable you to mix and match brands like Philips Hue and Lutron or Nest and Ecobee within one user-friendly control system. Enjoy integrated music control with support for Sonos, Yamaha MusicCast, and more, featuring full metadata and playback controls for enhanced listening. Create personalized activities, like a "Good Night" button that turns off lights, lowers shades, and secures your home, all within the Total Control Lite ecosystem.
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TKP-7600

Experience intuitive control with the TKP-7600, a 7-inch in-wall touchscreen featuring a high-resolution display, A/V intercom, and seamless camera integration.
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TDC-7100

This tabletop touchscreen is ideal for door stations and surveillance camera integration. It features an inductive charging base, an A/V intercom, a mic, a camera, and a speaker.
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TRC-1080

The TRC-1080 is a multi-room Wi-Fi remote that combines a vivid 2-inch screen, ergonomic design, and two-way feedback for ultimate control.
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TRC-820

This Wi-Fi remote offers effortless control and a vivid 2-inch color LCD screen. Its ergonomic design and backlit keypad make it ideal for single-room applications.
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URC Mobile

Your tablet and/or smartphone can provide comprehensive smart home control from anywhere using the free iOS or Android app.