| mControl v3 - The Next Generation of Digital Home Software |
mControl v3 is the next generation of Embedded Automation's award-winning Digita Home Software platform.
In addition to providing all of the features and functionality of mControl v2, mControl v3's platform provides many new advancements:
- Integrated HD DVR for IP cameras
- Built-in support for Embedded Automation's mBee line of ZigBee wireless technologies
- mControl Editor - universal browser-based configuration and administration interface
- Advanced surveillance with N-up camera display - allowing real-time streaming of standard and hi-definition IP cameras (using popular streaming standards)
- Native iPad/iPhone App - free download from the Apple App Store
- Enhanced mobile user interface - optimized for smart phone browsers
- Enhanced database allows for device and macro reuse, and nested zones
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Trial Download Avalable
- Optional addon modules are available to purchase from the mHome web store.
NOTE: Windows 7 MCE user interface is currently not working, we recommend using windows 8 MCE while we resolve this issues.
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- mRemote (with Module Maker) - integrated remote control interface with device editor allows integration of virtually any serial, IP or infrared (IR) devicedevice
- Data Logging infrastructure - captures history of status and events for analysis and when used with Embedded Automation's mChronicle utility, allows data to be sent to cloud databases for advanced analytics and charting
- RESTful API provides a simplified method for building apps around the mControl engine
- Multi-Language support
- Many other core and driver enhancements ... more to come
For home owners, mControl v3 provides unrivaled value for home monitoring and control - without expensive and awkward plans.
mControl v3 also provides our partners a scalable platform for advanced solutions. From making your personal home a better place
or deploying an energy management solution to a range of homes, mControl v3 is the foundation for the Digital Home.
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| mControl v3 Modules |
| Base |
- mControl Manager - System & driver configuration,
- mControl Editor - Operational administration and control,
- mControl Automation Server - incl. macro control engine,
- Support for mBee wireless technology,
- Support for INSTEON, Z-Wave, X10 protocols
(includes INSTEON and Z-Wave thermostats),
- INSTEON Adapter Manager utility,
- Z-Wave Adapter Manager utility,
- mControl Client Configuration utility,
- Media Center user interface,
- Mobile device use interface,
- Generic Driver, Module Maker and mRemote functionality,
- Support for 3rd Party Drivers (e.g., KNX),
- RESTful API via Software Development Kit (SDK)
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| Energy Management |
- Support for communicating thermostats,
- Support for energy monitoring systems,
- mBee "smart grid" integration (where available)
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| Security and Surveillance |
- Support for security systems,
- Support for IP cameras systems including N-up display,
- Camera recording
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| Media Management |
- Support for IR and relay control systems,
- Windows Media Center controller
(requires 3rd party WMC Controller utility)
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| Professional Systems |
- Mi Casa Verde "Vera 2" - Z-Wave control systems,
- Universal Devices ISY control systems,
- Lutron RadioRA lighting and control systems,
- Somfy Universal RTS Interfaces,
- Rako lighting systems
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| Data Logging |
- Creates a historical record of events and statuses,
- Works with mChronicle to parse/send to dB server
for advanced analytics and graphing
(dB analytics provider may charge fees)
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| Key Features |
| Platforms |
Windows 8, Windows 7, Windows Vista,
Windows Server 2012, Windows Server 2008, Windows Server 2008 R2,
Windows Home Server "Classic" and Windows Home Server 2011 -
includes support for 32-bit and 64-bit platforms |
| User Interfaces |
Native iPad/iPhone (iOS), Microsoft Windows 8 Media Center ,
Browsers (Internet Explorer, Firefox, Safari, Chrome), mobile devices (including iOS, Android, Blackberry, Windows 7
devices) and touch screens/tablets |
| Utilities |
mControl Manager (system configuration), mControl Editor (operational control
and administration), Z-Wave Adapter Manager, INSTEON Adapter Manager, Client Configuration Utility |
| Device Types |
Lighting, HVAC, security systems, IP cameras, irrigation systems, A/V systems, window shades and much more |
| Protocols |
mBee Technology (ZigBee), INSTEON, Z-Wave, KNX, X10 and many others |
| Automation |
Macro engine supports scheduled tasks, event-based tasks, scenes |
| Data Logging |
Data logging engine,
mChronicle application to parse/export data |
| Universal Remote |
Module Maker manages connections/messages,
mRemote interface |
| Help |
Automatic logging sub-system, comprehensive user manuals, community forum, help desk |
| Extensibility |
Software Development Kit (SDK) based on RESTful API for custom user interfaces/software, Driver Development Kit (DDK) for drivers |
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| Minimum Requirements |
| Platform |
Windows 7, Windows Vista, Windows Server 2008, Windows Server 2008 R2,
Windows Home Server "Classic" and Windows Home Server 2011 -
includes support for 32-bit and 64-bit platforms |
| Microsoft .NET |
Microsoft .NET v3.5 (for
client only installs) Microsoft .NET v4.0 (for server/client installs) |
| Web Server |
Internet Information Server (IIS) 7,
Internet Information Server (IIS) 6+ for WHS "Classic"
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| Memory |
Minimum 1GB (RAM),
Minimum 100MB (Disk space) - Additional recommended for camera recording
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| Interfaces |
Ethernet/Internet recommended,
Serial/USB interfaces maybe required for specific protocols
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Use the following table to download mControl and related software.
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mControl v3 (Windows Platforms/Servers)
For Windows 7, Vista and Server platforms. Includes support for 32/64-bit environments. Install option includes support for full or clients-only installation.
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mControl v3.1 Build 4875 (2013-05-07) Release notes |
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mControl v3 App for iPad/iPhone
User interface for iOS devices including iPad/iPhone.
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See Apple Appstore |
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Use the following table to access additional drivers and information for mControl.
| Content |
Link |
Other Information |
mChronicle v0.10
mChronicle is an open-source console application provided by Embedded Automation to process mControl v3 data log information. mChronicle allows users to parse
historical information into a file, database or cloud aggregation system for further analysis.
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KNX Driver
The KNX driver for mControl v3 provides control of KNX (EIB), ISO/IEC 14543
and building automation systems.
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Third-Party Drivers (v3.0 only, will not work with v3.1)
Looking to add functionality to your mControl v3 installation - consider the following third-party drivers:
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Weather Driver: Allows you to include weather information in your macros.
You can include weather information from personal weather stations and airports using Weather Underground, and public weather information from Yahoo.
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State Driver: Ever wanted to do something that the built-in macros just couldn't quite do? For example, run
your sprinklers every third day? You can now it with the State Device. You can create a virtual device, and give it a value. Then you can automatically set the value or increment
it or decrement it, all from macros.
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Text to Speech Driver: Text to Speech driver.
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Twitter Driver: Twitter driver.
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Media Center TCP/IP Controller
Third-party software component allows remote control of Vista or Windows 7 Media Centers. For use with the mControl Media Center Controller driver available in the mControl Driver Pack.
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*** Available soon through the mHome Dealer Network ***
| mControl v3 Dealers |
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Founded in 1992, Smarthome, Inc. is the world's leading designer, manufacturer and online retailer of home automation products.
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AARtech Canada was founded in 2002 as a Canadian source for home automation and related technologies.
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Canada
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Welcome to the UK's Leading Z-Wave Store. We bring you the Latest in Home Control based around Z-Wave RF wireless technology.
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UK
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Domadoo provides a wide range of home automation solutions.
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France
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Atom-Solutions
offers a wide range of products and technology for home
intelligence.
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Shifra Smart Homes is a Smart Home solutions provider based out of the Dubai Internet City in the UAE.
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SmartHome.com.au, located in Victoria, Australia, specialises in technology for your home.
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Founded in 1997, MKTi designs, distributes and installs home automation systems, electronics and lighting.
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Ideal Unlimited Sdn. Bhd. (IU) is specialised in Home Automation / Smart Home and Home Theatre Media Centre (HTPC) with Multi-Room AV Streaming Solution.
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Malaysia,Singapore,Thailand
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Z-Waver sells and installs systems and individual
Z-Wave components.
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My Digital Smart Home focuses on automation and integration of technology solutions applied to home, offices and shops.
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The Aura Digital Living platform combines the technologies of proven building management systems with the aesthetics and technology of home cinema.
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