System Quick Start Guide

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Control4 System Quick Start Guide

Contents 1 Introduction 1 Account Setup 2 Start Using Your New System 2 Set Up 4Sight and Anywhere Access 2 Set Up Music 3 Set Up TuneIn 3 Set Up 4Store 3 Customize Your System 3 Navigate Your System 3 Navigators and Interface Types 3 List Navigator 4 Multiple-Button Keypads 4 Remote Access: Web or Mobile 4 Control4 App for Smartphones, Tablets, PCs, or Mac Computers 5 Touch Screens and TV On-Screen 5 Control4 Home Page 6 Secondary Pages 6 Device Controls 6 Control4 Home Page Buttons 6 Listen 8 Watch 8 Security 9 Comfort 9 Lights 10 Settings 12 Apps 13 Other Options 13 Composer HE 14 Composer ME 14 Additional Information

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Introduction Welcome to the Control4® world of home automation! This System Quick Start Guide gives you quick information about how to start enjoying your Control4 system right away. Your Control4 Dealer may have referred you to this guide after installing your system. After you review this guide, if you still want more information about your system, refer to the Control4 System User Guide or other guides on the Control4 website (www.control4.com) under Owners > Resources. The Resources page has a lot of other useful documents and videos to help you get the most out of your system. If you still have questions, don’t hesitate to contact your dealer who may have some great suggestions about how to make your system perform the way you want it to. In this guide, you’ll learn some basics about how to: • Set up your account and register your system. • Customize your system your way.

music zones or using a smartphone, tablet, PC, Mac, or touch screens. • Control heating, cooling, the alarm system, sprinklers, garage door opener, fireplace, pool, spa, and much more from a keypad or your navigators. • Use intercom to send and receive audio and video (requires at least two touch screens that support intercom). • Monitor and automate your home remotely using the Control4 app or web and 4Sight with Anywhere Access. • Control equipment and devices in specific rooms. The Control4 navigators let you control devices in one room or the whole house. To control the room you want, simply change rooms (see “Change Rooms”). • Manage up to eight devices per room. Control your TV, receiver, tuner, DVD player, movie projector and screen, and more in the same room.

Account Setup

• Use the navigators (touch screens, remotes, Control4 app, TV on-screen, and so on) to

Your dealer may have already set up your personal

manage lights, music, videos, intercom, security,

MyControl4 account at customer.control4.com,

heating, cooling, and more.

registered your controller, and set up 4Store access

• Use 4Store to purchase and use apps on your navigators. • Learn about Composer Home Edition (Composer HE, sold separately) or Composer

to purchase apps for your touch screens. If so, you can skip this section. If not, you’ll need to do the following things right away; otherwise, your system will not be fully functional.

Media Edition (Composer ME, free download) if you'd like more in-depth control over your

NOTE: (1) Control4 requires that you or

system's settings.

your dealer create a MyControl4 account and register your controller before you can

Your Control4 system lets you automate many of

use your new system. (2) If your dealer has

the compatible electrical, electronic, and motorized

already set up a MyControl4 account for you,

devices in your home, helping to make your home or

make sure you get your login (your email

business more enjoyable for you and your family or

address) and password from your dealer for

business clients.

your new account. The first time you access your account at customer.control4.com, you'll

• Control your lights from the buttons on your

need to accept the 'Terms of Use' agreement.

keypad. Edit lighting scenes on your touch

To get the latest information, Control4

screens or Control4 app.

recommends that you also accept email and

• Control videos, movies, music, and blinds in

other offerings from Control4.

your home theater using your System Remote Control, touch screens, Control4 apps, and more. • Play music in every room or on the patio with

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Start Using Your New System

a

the left to return to the main MyControl4

Go to My Account (see below) to log in to your

page.

personal account so your system software can access and download information about movies,

b

In My Devices on the left, click Controller Registration.

music, TV channels, updates, 4Store, and more. (See Account Quick Setup for Consumers on the

In My Account, click the My Account box on

c

In Controller Registration, click Register

Control4 website under Owners > Resources). Your

Controller. If the button says "Unregister

Control4 account also gives your dealer access to

Controller," you're already registered! You

your account so they can maintain and update your

don't need to complete the rest of these

system when needed, manage your licenses, or fix

steps.

problems. Feel free to update your own account

d

down this number.

profile and other information when you need to. e You should have received an email from

f g

Use the on-screen keyboard to enter your 10-digit code, and then tap Done.

have given you your MyControl4 account name, email address you'll use when you log in, and a

Tap the blank box in Step 2, Enter Code on the touch screen.

Control4 confirming your account creation. If you have not, check with your dealer who should

Go to a touch screen and tap Settings > Registration.

To start using your new system: 1

A 10-digit number displays. Copy or write

h

Tap Activate (Step 3 on the touch screen).

temporary password. 2

Write down the account name, email address,

You're done! Now if you go back to the

and password (below) and refer to it whenever

Controller Registration page in your account

you log into your MyControl4 account. You'll

(Step 6b) your controller should appear

also need this information if you use Control4

as activated. You're ready to use your new

apps on your tablets, smartphones, PCs, or Mac

system.

computers.

Set Up 4Sight with Anywhere Access

NOTE: Keep your personal account

4Sight™ with Anywhere Access: Web or 4Sight

information in a safe place.

with Anywhere Access: Mobile lets you control your system remotely from anywhere in the world.

Account Name: __________________________

Anywhere Access is a feature of 4Sight that lets

Email Address: ___________________________

you connect to your Control4 system from a remote

Password: _______________________________

location using your smartphone or tablet (OS 2.4.0 and later) or the web (OS 2.5.0 and later).

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Go to www.control4.com and log in to your MyControl4 account at customer.control4.com.

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At the login box, enter your account name (your

Receive customized email notifications related to

email address), password, and then click Login.

system events as they occur, turn lights on or off,

The first time only, accept the Terms of Use

lock or unlock doors, and more. Set up a 4Sight

agreement to activate your account. Accept all

account (annual fee required) while you're in your

boxes under Permissions to take full advantage

MyControl4 account. For details, talk to your dealer.

of the many resources available to you, including remote access for your dealer. 6

Register your Primary Controller to activate your

Set Up Music

system. Check with your dealer first to see if

Set up music access from your network-attached

they have registered your controller already. If

storage (NAS) device, CDs, smartphone, tablet, or a

they haven't, you can register it:

music service, for example, Rhapsody® (subscription

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required), TuneIn, iTunes, MediaMonkey, Pandora,

Home Page" later in this guide (not available on

Windows Media Player, and more. Use the Wireless

Control4 apps or MyHome apps).

Music Bridge to play music from your smartphone to a single room. See “Rhapsody” or “Digital Music” later in this guide, or talk to your dealer.

Navigate Your System A variety of Control4-supported navigators (some

Set Up TuneIn Create a free TuneIn account, and then use the TuneIn app to listen to stations, shows, and more through your smartphone, tablet, PC, or touch screens. This product is available on new or legacy systems as a Primary Controller with HC-250 or HC-800 controllers on OS 2.4.0 or later. See the TuneIn Setup Guide, TuneIn User Guide, or TuneIn Quick Reference under Owners > Resources at www.control4.com for details.

require additional purchase) let you manage your system.

Navigators and Interface Types • List Navigator (System Remote Control SR-250) • Multiple-button keypads • 5" or 7" touch screens (in-wall, portable, tabletop) • On-screen navigator (the Control4 menu on your TV screen - use your remote to navigate this menu)

Set Up 4Store Set up an account at 4Store.com and download free or purchased apps for your touch screens, Control4 app for PC-Mac, or on-screen navigators to enhance your system. See “Apps” later in this guide.

• Control4 app (optional). An app for your iOS or Android smartphones or tablets, PCs, or Mac computers (OS 2.6 and later). • MyHome app (optional). An app for your iOS or Android smartphones or tablets, PCs, or Mac computers (OS 2.5.3 and earlier). • 4Sight with Anywhere Access (for remote

Customize Your System

mobile, OS 2.4.0 and later or web access, OS 2.5.0 and later) • Door Station (for audio and video intercom)

You can customize your system lots of ways. Your dealer can help you set up your devices and fine

List Navigator

tune your system to suit your personal taste. Control4 System Remote Control • The navigators let you perform all or most

The Control4 System Remote Control SR-250

automated tasks (see “Navigate Your System").

(remote) is a quick way to manage your Control4

Ask your installer to show you how to use your

system in your remote's window or on your TV

system and navigators.

screen. This universal remote can replace all other

• If you're a 'do-it-yourselfer' Composer Home

remotes in your home. The red 4 button on the

Edition (HE) or Composer Media Edition (ME)

remote turns on your TV and displays the on-screen

are programs that run on your PC and let you

navigator (see "Control4 Home Page" later in this

change some system settings. See "Composer

guide). Or you can use the System Remote Control

HE" or "Composer ME" later in this guide for

SR-150, although this remote doesn't have a display

details. You can download these apps from your

window.

MyControl4 account. Composer HE is purchased separately. • Custom Home templates let you create your own Custom Home page on your touch screens

TIP: No matter where you are in the interface, press the red 4 button to return to the home page.

and on-screen navigators. See "Add a Custom

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To learn how to use the remote, see the System

TIP: The on-screen navigator displays the

Remote Control User Guide or SR-250 Quick

same icons as on your touch screens.

Reference on the Control4 website under Owners > Products for your model (see "Additional

If your remote has an LCD screen (as on the

Information" later in this guide). And while you're

SR-250), use the arrow buttons to select items in the

at it, ask your dealer about the Remote Recharging

List window and manage the devices in your system.

Station, available for Control4 remotes (OS 2.4.0 or later) to keep your remote's battery always charged.

Room Control At the top of the TV's on-screen navigator, highlight

SR-250 Buttons and Display Window

to select or change a room. When the room name displays, you can manage the devices in that room. You can do this on all navigators that have a display.

4: On-screen Navigator.

EXAMPLE: On a touch screen located in the Kitchen,

Watch: Watch TV.

select Family Room. Now you can control all of the

Listen: Listen to music.

devices in the Family Room that are in the system.

Select: Make a selection.

Multiple-Button Keypads Customize Control4 lighting and keypads for countless scenarios and navigation. Lighting scenes, for example, are a popular way to use keypads. Just assign a lighting scene to a button. Your dealer can help you create lighting scenes, you can create them Remote Programmable Buttons

yourself by using Composer HE, or if you have OS

Ask your dealer to program the four colored buttons

2.3.0 or later, you can create your own scenes on

or other buttons on your remote to automate

a touch screen or use the on-screen navigator. For

devices, or you can program them yourself (see the

details, see "Other Options“ or "Composer HE” in

Composer HE User Guide in Owners > Resources at

this guide or Lighting Scenes at www.control4.com

www.control4.com).

under Owners > Resources.

Write down what each colored button does below (for instance, the red button can turn on the TV to

Remote Access: Web or Mobile

Channel 940).

Use 4Sight with Anywhere Access: Web or 4Sight with Anywhere Access: Mobile to control your

Red: ___________________________________

system remotely. Your dealer can help you set up

Green: _________________________________

access. See "Account Setup." Also see MyHome

Yellow: _________________________________

Setup Guide for Homeowners or MyHome Quick

Blue: ___________________________________

Reference (OS 2.5.3 or earlier) or Control4 App Quick Reference (OS 2.6.0 or later) at

Remote Navigation

www.control4.com under Owners > Resources.

Your remote starts your TV's on-screen navigator. Navigating around the system is easy; after you arrow keys and Select button to scroll through and

Control4 App for Smartphones, Tablets, PCs, or Mac Computers

select the device you want to manage (for example,

The Control4 app (available on OS 2.6.0 and later)

Satellite) or press a colored button programmed for

on your iOS or Android® smartphones, PCs, Mac

a specific action.

computers, or tablets is a fantastic way to control

power on the TV (Watch, Listen, and more), use the

your system as you move around your house or

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business or you want to control your system when

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you're away from home. 4Sight with Anywhere

2

3

4

Access makes this possible. To use the Control4 app, first you'll need a license and the correct OS in your system (OS 2.6.0 and later), and then download the Control4 app from the Apple iTunes Store (iOS products), Google Store (Android), or your personal account for PCs or Macs (see “4Store” for details). Ensure that you have a valid MyControl4 account, a 4Sight subscription, a 4Store account, and a

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Control4 app license. Not all features are supported on these devices, however (for example, access to

Navigator Buttons

4Store.com). OS 2.6.0, support for mobile devices

(1) Watch—Select to watch videos and movies

requires iOS 6 or later for Apple mobile devices or

from connected media devices on your TV or your

Android 4 or later for Android devices.

motorized screen.

Touch Screens and TV On-Screen

(1) Listen—Select to listen to radio stations, music services, iPods, CDs, stored music, and Extras.

Touch screens and TV on-screen navigators display

(1) Lighting—Select to turn lights on or off at the

the same icons, but with slight variations. Tap to use

same time, dim lights, or use or edit lighting scenes.

the touch screen. Make selections on your TV with

(1) Apps—Select to run apps purchased on 4Store

your remote.

(iOS and Android not available on the Control4 app or MyHome app).

Control4 Home Page

(1) Comfort—Select to change your thermostat(s) settings, humidity, blinds, pool, Wakeups, and Extras.

The Control4 Home page (next figure) displays

(1) Security—Select to access your security system,

various icons (See "Navigator Buttons"). Options

security gate, door station, cameras, locks, and

display either as button icons, drop-down menus, or

Extras.

listed items (remote).

(2) Intercom—The top left of the screen shows an Intercom icon if Intercom-supported touch

NOTE: Only devices installed and added to

screens and door stations are in the system. If you

your system display and become available in

have two (2) or more supported touch screens

the navigators.

or door stations in your home or office, you can send broadcast messages, communicate through

TIP: Customize your own home page! See

the touch screens using audio (and/or video if

“Add Custom Home Pages" for details.

supported on that touch screen), monitor activities in another room, and more. (3) Room—The top center of the screen displays the current room. Select to change rooms. See “Change Rooms” later in this guide. (4) Time and Temperature—Displays automatically. The outdoor temperature appears (if configured; also available in 24-hour format). To change the interior temperature, select the Comfort button and the thermostat. See "Comfort" later in this guide. (4) WiFi strength—If a touch screen uses WiFi,

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it displays how strong your WiFi signal is. This appears next to the time and temperature icons (not

Device Controls The device controls page appears in the navigator

applicable on devices that support the Control4

for most audio or video devices, for example, DVDs,

app).

media players, and VCRs. See “Control4 Home Page

(5) Media dashboard—Displays buttons when a

Buttons” later in this guide.

media device (TV, music, and so on) is on. Buttons vary by device; can include audio, video, and more.

Each device control is a virtual representation of the controls on your device’s remote. Select these

Secondary Pages

buttons, or choose from the list of channels or

The secondary pages show the menu selections, 4,

stations on your navigators; for example, select

Back, and Intercom buttons; view options; device

the Watch icon to watch your favorite channels.

controls, and so on. Use the Sort and List buttons to

Device controls are not available for the on-screen

change how you view items (see below).

navigator.

Common Button icons

Control4 Home Page Buttons

4: Return to the Control4 or Custom Home page. Back: Return to the previous page.

Listen The Listen icon

offers many audio choices

depending on the audio and video devices in your Sort/List Buttons: Select the number, alpha,

Control4 system. View your options, and then select

grid, or list views.

or manage these:

Media Zones: View and change your zones.

• My Music (Digital Music)—Lists My Artists, My

See “Media Zones” later in this guide.

Albums, My Genres, My Queue, and more. You

Favorites: View your favorites. See “Favorites”

can also create and manage playlists here. My

later in this guide.

Music playlists come from your digital music collection via your network-attached storage

Change Rooms The current room name displays at the top of the screen. Select the name to change the room.

(NAS). • Rhapsody (or other music services, for example, Pandora, TuneIn)—Displays when you subscribe to the service. • Media Zones—Use on the media dashboard to manage music zones by room. Not available for on-screen navigators, but you can use the remote without on-screen. • Satellite Radio—Select a music channel to listen to. • TuneIn—Listen to your favorite stations and shows worldwide, and create favorites.

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• Tuner—When active, displays in the media

My Music

dashboard. The Tuner icon in your on-screen

Use Listen to play your digital music.

navigator lets you access AM, FM, and XM radio.

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• Now Playing—View what's currently playing. • Receiver/CD Changer/Disc Changer—Displays

My Music. 2

From the list, select My Artists, My Albums, My Genres, My Genre/Artist, My Playlists, or My

the device controls and other options, for

Queue (touch screens and on-screen only) or

example, Browse CDs. • Network drive (NAS)—Music and video storage.

albums and tracks (using the Control4 app). The

Music, videos, and cover art are seen in the navigators if scanned using Composer HE.

From your Control4 Home page, select Listen >

remote displays a slightly different list. 3

• Wireless Music Bridge—(suppported in

To view a list of music that's currently playing with cover art (if applicable), select Now Playing.

OS 2.5.0 and later). When connected to a

The song currently playing appears in the media

Control4 amplifier or powered speakers,

dashboard. You can select Shuffle, Clear, Repeat,

this Control4 audio device lets you stream

or Edit.

music, Internet radio, and podcasts from your

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To add songs to your digital music collection

smartphones or tablets through iOS (AirPlay),

(My Music), scan the music using Composer

Bluetooth, Android, or Windows (using DLNA).

HE or Composer ME, and select the + button

Check with your dealer for details or see Using

in your music list. See the Composer ME User

the Wireless Music Bridge under Owners >

Guide, Composer HE User Guide, or Composer

Resources at www.control4.com.

HE videos at www.control4.com under Owners > Resources for details.

Use your remote, the media dashboard, a media

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To play a song or a playlist, locate the song or

page, or Control4 apps (OS 2.6.0 and later) to

album, and select > (play). The song or playlist

control your music volume, change channels, play,

shows up in My Queue, where you can select

stop, pause, fast forward, and more.

Save As Playlist.

NOTE: The Sony STR-DA2800ES/DA5800ES

Create a New Playlist

Receivers display their own set of icons under

Use Listen to add your favorite songs in My Queue

Listen.

to My Playlists. 1

From your Control4 Home page, select Listen >

Use Listen to play the radio (AM, FM, XM, satellite,

2

Select the song or album.

and more).

3

Select My Queue. In My Queue, select Save

My Music.

Radio

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2 3

From your Control4 Home page, select Listen >

Playlist.

All Stations, Genres, Sources, or Listen > TuneIn

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When prompted, name the Playlist.

(OS 2.4.0 or later with a supported controller) to

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Edit the Playlist, change the order of the songs,

select your favorite stations.

and add or delete songs from this menu. You

Select the station to listen to or select your

can also create and edit a playlist in Composer

favorites.

HE or Composer ME.

Press the Stop button on the media dashboard or media page, or select Room Off on the

NOTE: Digital music playlists are not the same

remote to stop playing the radio or music.

as Rhapsody or other subscription playlists. Refer to your subscription service's website

For details about how to use TuneIn, see the TuneIn

for details.

Setup Guide, TuneIn User Guide, or TuneIn Quick Reference at www.control4.com under Owners >

Media Zones

Resources.

Use Media Zones to play music in zones (rooms) in your home. Add or remove zones, adjust the volume,

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skip forward/back, and use Room Off or mute.

Movies

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On the media dashboard, select the Media

Use Movies to watch movies or videos on your VCR,

Zones icon (see “Secondary Pages”), or select

DVD player, disc changer, Sony STR Receiver, Wii,

Listen > Zones from a navigator.

Apple TV, Xbox, media player, and more.

NOTE: You can change zones only when

NOTE: Your or your dealer must add your

music is playing.

media metadata to the system by scanning your movies first. See the Control4 System

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3

Add a zone. Select Add Rooms, and then select

User Guide or the video "Composer HE -

or de-select the rooms where you want to play

Using the Media View" at www.control4.com

or not play music. Select OK.

under Owners > Resources.

Remove a zone. Select the room to stop playing music, and then select Stop. Select OK.

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From your Control4 Home page, select Watch > Movies.

Wireless Music Bridge

2

Use the Wireless Music Bridge icon in Listen to listen to music or podcasts from your smartphone. See

Select All Movies, Genres, Ratings, Directors, or Actors.

3

Select the movie or video to view from the list.

Using the Wireless Music Bridge at www.control4.

Use your remote or the media dashboard to play,

com under Owners > Resources for details.

stop, pause, rewind, change volume, and more.

Watch

Edit DVDs or Videos

The Watch icon

lets you access your TV, cable,

See the Control4 System User Guide, the Composer

or satellite stations, depending on the devices in

HE User Guide, the Composer ME User Guide, or the

your system. Icons display for access to your digital

video "Composer HE - Using the Media View" for

video collections (DVD), VCR, network storage, Disc

details.

Changer, Wii, and so on. Use your remote or the media dashboard to control the volume, change

Add Movies to Your Library

channels, and so on.

Use Composer ME or Composer HE to scan and add movies or videos from a media player, network

From your Control4 Home page, select Watch. The

storage, and more. See the Composer ME User

next page shows icons in a grid format (if you select

Guide, Composer HE User Guide, or Composer HE

Movies, for example).

videos for details.

NOTE: The Sony STR-DA2800ES/DA5800ES

Security

Receivers display their own set of icons under

The Security icon

Watch.

security systems, door stations, or security cameras.

lets you view or change

You can add up to 10 cameras per page for the 5” or TV

7” In-Wall Touch Screen, 7" Portable Touch Screen, or

Use Television to watch TV.

Control4 apps (OS 2.6.0 and later). TV screens allow

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up to 18 cameras per screen.

From the Control4 Home page, select Watch > Television (by type or manufacturer), Satellite,

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3

Channels, Cable, and more.

Camera

On the sub-menu, select All Channels, Genres,

If you have security cameras, use Camera and

and so on. Select All Channels to view a list of

select the camera to view. Cameras can be installed

available channels.

anywhere you need to monitor activity. Security also

(Optional) If the device controls appear, you can

includes locks, sensors, and security cameras on a

use those buttons to change the channel.

TV.

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From your Control4 Home page, select Security.

Wakeups

2

Select a camera to view live feeds for security,

Use Wakeups to execute a Wakeup event.

traffic, or weather information connected to your

NOTE: Set up or program a Wakeup event in

system or over the Internet.

Composer HE. Talk to your dealer for details or view the "Composer HE - Using the

Door Station

Wakeup Agent in Programming" video under

Use the Intercom icon

(top of menu) to

Owners > Resources at www.control4.com for

manage your door stations and touch screens (if

setup and programming examples.

they support audio and video intercom). See "Intercom" later in this guide.

Lights The Lighting icon

lets you adjust the lighting in

Security System

your home. You can view the lights in all rooms and

Use Security System to control your security system.

on all floors without changing the room displayed on

View and use the device controls or presets. Refer

your navigator.

to your manufacturer’s instructions for settings information.

From the Control4 Home page, select Lights or Lighting.

Comfort The Comfort icon

• View or activate house lights—Select Lights to lets you adjust your Wireless

Thermostat temperature and humidity settings, adjust blinds or drapes, use Wakeups, and more.

view all controllable lights in the house. • View or activate house lights and lighting scenes—Select All to view all controllable lights and lighting scenes in the house.

Thermostats

• View lighting scenes—Select Scenes to view all

Use Thermostats to control your thermostat. If you have more than one thermostat in the system, select the one you want to control.

lighting scenes in the house. • View and activate room lights—Select a room and light to turn a light on or off or adjust the light levels. Adjust the level by tapping on the up

TIP: On a navigator, you can adjust all

or down buttons.

thermostats and humidifiers in the home from the same screen. 1

Select the Cool, Heat, Auto, Off, Hold Permanent, or Fan Auto buttons to control the temperature, heating, cooling, and fan power for your thermostats.

2

Select the Schedule

to set the thermostat’s

schedule. 3

Select Extras to adjust the temperature of your pool or spa and turn the jets on or off, adjust the pool cover, slide, deck jets, pool lights, and more.

Blinds Use Blinds to view and control your motorized blinds and drapes. Use Extras to control the motors and sensors for your blinds or drapes.

• Turn lights on or off—Select On or Off on the light (switch only). • Ramp light levels—Select the % to change the light level (dimmers only). • Room lights—Select a room and light to turn a light on or off or adjust the light levels. • Learn—In Edit mode (see below), select Learn to learn the current light levels of selected lights.

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Lighting Scenes (Scenes)

then select Learn for the system to learn the current light levels. 6

Select Next or Add Lights to add or remove lights in other rooms.

7

Select Next or Save.

Rename a lighting scene: 1

Select Scenes or All.

2

Select the pencil icon in the upper-right corner.

3

Select the scene to edit, and then select Rename.

Create a lighting scene:

4

Use the keyboard to change the scene's name.

5

Select Done twice.

1

Select Scenes or All.

2

Select the pencil icon in the upper-right

Activate a lighting scene:

corner to open Edit mode.

1

Select Scenes or All.

3

Select Create New.

2

Select the scene to activate.

4

Select the rooms to add to the scene and select Next.

5 6

Ramp a lighting scene up or down:

Select the lights to add to the scene and select

1

Select Scenes or All.

Next.

2

Select the up or down arrows to ramp or fade the scene.

Change the light level and select Next or select Add Lights to add more lights or select Learn to learn the current light levels.

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Select Next.

8

Use the keyboard to name the new scene, and then select Done.

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Select Save.

Edit a lighting scene: 1

Select Scenes or All.

2

Select the pencil icon in the upper-right corner.

3

Select the scene to edit, and then select Edit. All Select All at the top of the page to view all lights and lighting scenes. See the Composer HE videos on lighting under Owners > Resources at www.control4.com. Settings The Settings icon

lets you view information

about your system, view or change your Director or network, add a new Custom Home page, change 4

Change the light levels as needed.

5

Go to each light and change the light level, and

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your screen saver, add or change wallpaper, allow Remote Access, register the controller, use Service Connection, manage battery power, or adjust the

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backlight (not all of these options are available in the

and so on), Screen Saver time out in minutes,

Control4 app or MyHome app). From your Control4

Change Photos every x seconds, and the

Home page, select Settings.

settings (Media, Time, Date, Temp, Photo, Shuffle). 3

About

Select Preview to check your changes.

Displays information about your Control4 system: Director version, battery level, navigator version,

Change Wallpaper

dealer information, IP address, and more.

Use Wallpaper to change your background.

Add and Edit Favorites

1

Select Settings > Wallpaper.

2

Decide whether to change or set the default wallpaper.

Use Edit Favorites to edit the properties of your favorite applications.

3

To change the wallpaper, select from the available images. The wallpaper changes

Add a Favorite:

immediately on all pages in the touch screens,

1

Go to the page you want to add to your

Control4 app or MyHome app, or on-screen

Favorites folder.

navigators. 4

If you don't want any wallpaper, select Black.

2

Select the Star button (top of page).

3

Select Add to add your favorite link.

4

Type a name using the on-screen keyboard.

NOTE: You cannot delete any wallpaper

5

When you are finished, select Done.

options.

6

Select Save, and then Close.

7

To use the favorite, select Star, and then select

Themes

the favorite by its assigned name.

Themes let you use purchased theme apps from 4Store if you want a different look and feel for your

Edit a Favorite:

navigators (not available on the remote).

1

Select Settings > Edit Favorites.

1

Select Apps > 4Store.

2

Select the folder that contains the favorites.

2

Browse, search for, or purchase your theme app

3

To the right of the favorite, select Edit.

4

Change the name, icon type, and so on, and then

5

to download (see the Control4 System User Guide for details).

select Done.

3

Select Theme. Your new theme appears.

Select Close.

4

Select the theme you want. Select Default to return to the original Control4 theme.

TIP: You can create Custom Home pages from your Favorites selections.

Add a Custom Home Page Custom Home pages let you add favorites with up to

Change Screen Saver

10 icons to create your own Custom Home page.

You or your dealer must add screen saver photos and media to Composer to use this feature

Custom Page Template

(unless you choose just to display the time and

Use Custom Home to create a new Custom Home

temperature). Check with your dealer if you need

page.

help adding photos or see the Composer HE

1

Select Settings > Custom Home to create any favorites that you want to link to from your

User Guide, Composer ME User Guide, or video

Custom Home page.

"Composer HE - Using the Media View" at www.control4.com under Owners > Resources.

2

1

Select Settings > Screen Saver.

3

2

Select the type (None, Blank, Current Media,

Under Default Room, select the default room to use. the time to return to that view.

4

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Under Automatically Return to Defaults, select Under Default View, select Custom Home,

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Favorite, or Favorites Folder. • If you selected Favorite, select the favorite

Registration 1

you want, edit the items, and then press Select.

registration status or register your controller. 2

If you selected Custom Home, select

•

Select Settings > Registration to view your Follow the instructions on the page, and then select Activate.

Edit Menu Items... 5

6

Select the icons to use. Click the pencil icon to

Service Connection

customize your selection, and then select Add

Select Settings > Service Connection to ‘check in’

Button.

with your dealer so your dealer can view and change

Select Save > Close when finished.

your system if needed. You can also select Yes to allow remote service by your dealer or Control4.

Director Use Director to view your current Director (the

NOTE: Ensure that Remote Access is enabled.

software that controls your system), connect to it, or

Check with your dealer for details.

add/remove a Director. 1

Select Settings > Director.

Power Management (Batteries)

2

View the Director page, and select what you

For battery-powered touch screens only.

want to do (connect or cancel).

1

3

To connect to a Director, select the Director or Other. a

Select Settings > Power Management to change your battery settings and conserve energy.

2

If you select Other, select the Name box and

Change the backlight and suspend settings as needed.

type the Director's name. b c

Select the IP Address box. Type the

Adjust the Backlight

Director’s IP address.

For touch screens only.

Select Connect.

1

Select Settings > Backlight to adjust the brightness (backlight) on the touch screens or

Network Use Network (touch screens only) to view or change

on-screen navigator. 2

general network information for DHCP, IP, DNS,

Move the scrollbar up or down to adjust the backlight intensity. The change is immediate.

Wireless, WiFi status signal strength, and refresh settings.

Apps

IP Settings

weather, news, sports, or any apps you’ve purchased

Use Settings to view or change your network

from 4Store (account required). iOS and Android

settings.

apps are not supported on Control4 apps or

1

Select Settings > Network.

MyHome apps.

2

Under IP Settings, select Static or DHCP. If you

The Apps icon

lets you view top stories,

use DHCP (Dynamic IP), which is recommended,

NOTE: The News and Weather apps are

you don’t need to do anything. If you select

installed by default.

Static (Assigned IP), type the address. You can also enable or disable your wireless

1

Select Apps.

settings under Wireless if any of your devices

2

View the news and weather and any other apps.

are wireless. A star next to a wireless device

The 4Store icon also appears here.

indicates the wireless system being used. 4Store Use 4Store to buy 4Store apps, browse app categories, search for apps, or check your 4Store

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account. Choose from many categories and apps to use with your Control4 devices.

• Settings (Unlocked or Locked)—Lock or unlock user access to Settings. • Edit Lighting Scenes (Unlocked or Locked)—

1

Select Apps > 4Store.

2

Browse, search for, or purchase the apps to

3

Lock or unlock user access to edit lighting scenes.

download.

Check with your dealer to modify the Access

View and use the apps you've purchased from

agent, or you can modify your own Access agent

4Store in Apps.

in the Composer HE Agents view. View the video "Composer HE - Using Other Agents in

Other Options Lock the Navigator If your system is installed in a home or building and

Programming" under Owners > Resources at www.control4.com to learn how to use this agent.

Composer HE

you don't want others to access certain areas on your touch screens, Control4 for PC app, or MyHome

Your dealer will set up and customize your

(for example, anything in Settings or Security), you

system the way you want, but if you need further

can prevent access unless the user has a personal

customization without your dealer's assistance,

identification (PIN) code. You can manage access in

purchase and install the Composer HE application

Composer HE.

(sold separately) for your PC. Check with your dealer for details. Here are some ways to customize your system with Composer HE. • Customize your Control4 system from a PC and the network (requires a 4Sight subscription). • Use your PC to monitor and change settings, or control your lights, thermostat, security system, or other devices from your PC. • Configure the Control4 devices in your system

The following areas can be limited from viewing. The user must enter the proper PIN code to use them: • Access Agent (Enabled or Disabled)—Enable or disable access to the Access agent. • Hide Digits (Enabled or Disabled)—Shows or hides the PIN code (or passcode) when entered. • Control4 Home (Unlocked or Locked)—Lock or unlock user access to the Control4 home page. • Back Button (Unlocked or Locked)—Lock or unlock user access to the Back button. • Favorites (Unlocked, Locked, or Hidden)—Lock or unlock user access to the Favorites page. You can also hide this button from view. • Room Selector (Unlocked, Locked, or Hidden)— Lock or unlock user access to change rooms. You can also hide this button from view. • Intercom (Unlocked or Locked)—Lock or unlock user access to Intercom. Control4 System Quick Start Guide

to set LED colors on dimmers, switches, and keypads; set the ramp rates and the default levels of your dimmers; set your thermostat schedule; program the four device-specific buttons on your remote, and more. • Scan and manage your digital music and DVD media collections. • Add new agent types to your system. Use Media Scenes to tie together the audio-source selection, volume control, and on/off state of multiple rooms so they work as one zone. • Use the Email Notification agent in the Agents view to notify you when events occur in your Control4 system. • Create and edit lighting scenes according to what you want. (You can also create and edit lighting scenes on your touch screens and mobile devices too.) • Use the Scheduler agent to program events

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based on date, time of day, sunrise/sunset, and more. • Use the Intercom agent to customize intercom activities on your 5" or 7" Touch Screens with Camera and door stations. • Create your own Wakeup scenes to get you out of bed in the morning. Tie the scene to lights, TV, music, and more for a pleasant wakeup.

• Composer HE Getting Started—Gives you some pointers to get started in Composer HE. Help is available in the Composer HE application. • Composer HE User Guide—A comprehensive guide to use Composer HE with your Control4 system. Online help is available also on the web. • Composer ME User Guide—A comprehensive guide to use Composer ME with your Control4

• Manage variables in the Programming view.

system. Help is available in the Composer HE

• Learn how to create programs to tie your device

application.

actions together.

• Control4 App Quick Reference— Explains how to download and use your Control4 app on

For more information, see the Composer HE Getting

supported mobile devices and the PC. Available

Started, Composer HE User Guide, or the Composer

in OS 2.6.0 and later.

HE videos under Owners > Resources at www.control4.com.

• Control4 System Remote Control User Guides— Explains how to use the SR-150 or SR-250 with your Control4 system.

Composer ME To set up your media and playlists and perform other tasks related to music, movies, and videos, download and use Composer ME for free! Check with your Control4 dealer for details. See the Composer ME User Guide under Owners > Resources at www.control4.com for details.

Additional Information

• Control4 System User Guide—A comprehensive guide for the Control4 system. Online help is available also on the web. Note that OS 2.5.3 is the final revision of this document. • Lighting Scenes— Explains how to create a lighting scene on your navigator, and then edit a scene you want to change. It also shows you how to ramp and fade lighting scenes. • MyHome App Quick Setup— Explains how to get your MyHome app up and running on your supported devices. Only available with OS 2.5.3 and earlier.

For more information about Control4 products and

• MyHome Setup Guide for Homeowners—

services, please visit www.control4.com or contact

Explains how to install and set up MyHome apps

your Control4 dealer.

for mobile devices, smartphones, and PCs, Mac computers, and tablets. Only available with OS

For more information about how to use the Control4 system, refer to the following documents at

2.5.3 and earlier. • Remote Recharging Station Setup Guide—

www.control4.com under Owners > Resources or

Explains how to set up a Remote Recharging

Owners > Products.

Station for your new or existing System Remote Control (SR-150 or SR-250).

A PDF of the following items is available on the Control4 website.

• Remote Recharging Station Quick Setup— Explains how to set up your remote to work with the Remote Recharging Station.

Documents • Access Agent—Explains how to use the Access agent to control who sees what on your touch screens. • Account Quick Setup for Consumers— Explains

• TuneIn Setup Guide— Explains how to pair your devices with TuneIn. It also shows you how to sync favorites on your tunein.com account to your system. • Using TuneIn— Explains how to browse and

how to get a MyControl4 account set up and

select stations or shows to listen to and how to

how to register your controller.

search for them. It also includes some tips.

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• Using the Wireless Music Bridge—Explains what you can play, what is required, how to play from supported devices, and how to disconnect. • Other consumer documents are available either at the Control4 website under Owners > Resources or in Owners > Products. Videos • Composer HE—A comprehensive set of videos on Composer HE is available under Owners > Resources at www.control4.com.

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