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Techorating Trends | Start in a Showroom Blog

It is estimated that there will be over 12 billion smart devices in homes around the world by the end of 2020. While technology is exciting, many homeowners also feel overwhelmed by the new technology choices available to them. Until recently, technology has generally been seen as a gadget to add into the home after design is complete; however, home technology has evolved, and homeowners now have more options than ever before. Motorized cabinetry allows those with physical limitations to reach objects from above, kitchen countertop surfaces feature built-in mobile device charging capabilities, app-connected residential sous vide ovens are becoming more and more popular with home cooks, mirrors double as TVs, and TVs double as beautiful artwork.

Control4 Calls Out, “2012, Year of Customers and Dealers” Press release

Amsterdam, NL – ISE Stand 11H78 – 2 February, 2012 – Control4, a leading innovator in residential and light-commercial automation systems, announces enhanced business policies and support, regional and online training, and marketing programs for its global dealer network. “We took a hard look at our programs, listened to our dealers, and identified several immediate ways to provide more efficient and precise support,” stated Martin Plaehn, Control4’s CEO and President. “Providing proactive recommendations and more immediate responsiveness to our dealers will lead to durable cu

CONTROL4 PUTS AUDIO POWER IN THE PALM OF THE HAND Blog

LOCATION: Tampa, Florida // DEALER: Hoppen Home Systems Of any space in a house, a home theater probably packs in the most technology. There is the rack of sophisticated gear that processes, amplifies and feeds content to the surround-sound speakers and video projector. Usually, there is a variety of viewing options, including movies and programs from Blu-ray players, media servers and satellite receivers. And sometimes, there are motorized assemblies that open cinema-style draperies and lower a huge screen into the room from a trapdoor in the ceiling.  All told, it’s a lot of technology for a family to manage and operate without the help of a reliable, intuitive, custom-programmed control system.

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Control4 Announces Availability of New High-Performance HC-250 Controller Press release

Salt Lake City, UT – April 18, 2012 – Control4, a leading innovator in residential and light commercial automation systems, announces the availability of its HC-250 Controller, the perfect one-room, home theater solution. The Control4® HC-250 is packed with the horsepower to enable customers to whip through media libraries on-screen without delays. For larger installations, the HC-250’s sleek design and Power over Ethernet (PoE) connectivity make it a perfect control solution for every TV throughout a home or office. Unlike traditional universal remote controls, the HC-250 Controll

Now Available – 3.3.0 Blog

Color Outside the Lines  Our operating system is even better with 3.3.0! We’ve got fresh updates available to your Control4 system, so keep reading for a preview of all the exciting new features that just came out of Control4 HQ.    Set the Mood, Control the Ambiance  Are you ready to illuminate your life in immersive color — and change it with a touch — built into the interface you already know and love? Control4 is adding built-in color control for LED lighting in the OS 3.3.0 update!      You’ll be able to dial up the drama wit

Control4 Connect Page

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Intercom Data Sheet Document

Control4 Intercom License Control4 Intercom License C4-Intercom-E The Control4 Intercom License enables the optional video and audio intercom functionality Door Stations so you can hold a conversation with someone in another room or at the front door, send a message to all rooms in the house, or even monitor the baby’s room. High-quality two-way sound enables clear, convenient conversations throughout the home between audio-intercom capable devices. One license required per project to activate unlimited intercom-capable devices. “Do not disturb” and auto-answer modes are available to provide specic control over the use of the intercom feature.

Security Best Practices Document

Introduction The Control4 Door Station – Exterior is the rst smart Control4 device designed to be installed on the outside of a dwelling. The Door Station has connections for relays (to open doors, gates, etc.) and contacts. If installed without the proper security precautions, unauthorized access to the Door Station could provide access to Ethernet signals, Control4 signaling, and gate or door relays. Control4 advises Control4 Dealers to be aware of these risks and take all necessary precautions depending on each specic installation you will be doing. It is each Dealer’s sole responsibility to advise their customer at each installation of any security risks specic to such installation.

Get Extra Control With The Wireless Outlet Switch Blog

If you already have a home control system installed in your house, you're probably enjoying many of the benefits of automation. But there are lots of little "add-on" features that might have never occurred to you. Listed below are some of the less obvious projects and features that can enhance your automated lifestyle. With a little ingenuity and a few additional sensors and gizmos, there’s almost no limit to the cool things your house can do for you.     1. Garage Door Control: If you have kids, you know how frustrating it can be when they leave the garage door open.