Archive | February, 2010

“How do I…” Add FLAC audio files for use in Control4 systems newer than 1.8.x?

February 24, 2010

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There are a lot of different software options that will allow you to rip your CDs in FLAC. So many, and with their frequent updates, it would be difficult to keep this post constantly updated – so our good friend Google can bring you up to speed on all the options After you’ve picked out [...]

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2.0 is going to blow your socks off – integration with C4 iQ and C4 Certified partners is especially sweet

February 23, 2010

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Pioneer: Their video shows the E-TAP system from CEDIA, now with a target release date of “Fall 2010″. Pioneer’s EntertainmentTap prototype media server includes embedded Control4 iQ technology, which enables it to function as a Control4® home controller. ·    Pioneer’s Elite VSX and SC receivers are pending Control4® Certification. ·    Pioneer’s Elite BDP Blu-Ray players [...]

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Coming Soon: Battle of the Media Players – XBMC, Netgear, Niveus, Control4, Dune compete for your hard earned cash – PCH & Fusion too?

February 12, 2010

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In the next couple of weeks, C4Central.com and The SOHO Shop will have all of these players to test. XBMC running on Windows, the Netgear 9100 Express and Elite, Niveus’ N7 Pro, Control4′s Media Player, and Dune’s BD Prime 3.0. Who offers the best integration with Control4? Which players can muster flawless HD playback? Can [...]

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Discontinuation of Vista ICM from Honeywell – effective immediately, no other way to integrate with Control4?

February 5, 2010

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Honeywell has posted on their site last month that they are discontinuing the popular ICM module, which allowed people using that panel (mostly installed through ADT) to integrate contacts, sensors, and alarm states into their Control4 system for programming. While there is a new Honeywell panel with an Ethernet port built in, it is unsure [...]

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