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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:

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

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Optional addon modules are available to purchase from the mHome web store.

mRemote (with Module Maker) - integrated remote control interface with device editor allows integration of virtually any serial, IP or infrared (IR) device
Enhanced mobile user interface - optimized for smart phone browsers
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
Enhanced database allows for device and macro reuse, and nested zones
RESTful API provides a simplified method for building apps around the mControl engine
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.

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)
Energy Management	- Support for communicating thermostats, - Support for energy monitoring systems, - mBee "smart grid" integration (where available)
Security and Surveillance	- Support for security systems, - Support for IP cameras systems including N-up display, - Camera recording
Media Management	- Support for IR and relay control systems, - Windows Media Center controller (requires 3rd party WMC Controller utility)
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
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)

Supporting Documents

	mControl v3 - Feature Summary Document
	mControl v3 - Quick Start Guide
	mControl v3 - Remote Access and Authentication
	mControl v3 - Upgrade Guide

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Key Features

Platforms	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
User Interfaces	Native iPad/iPhone (iOS), Microsoft Windows Media Center (Vista and Windows 7), 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

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"
Memory	Minimum 1GB (RAM), Minimum 100MB (Disk space) - Additional recommended for camera recording
Interfaces	Ethernet/Internet recommended, Serial/USB interfaces maybe required for specific protocols

Supporting Documents

	mControl v3 - Feature Summary Document
	mControl v3 - Quick Start Guide
	mControl v3 - Remote Access and Authentication
	mControl v3 - Upgrade Guide

Products - mControlv3 - Camera 5-up Display

Use the following table to download mControl and related software.

Software	Version	Download	Manual
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. For customers that had previously installed mControl v3.0.0 (Build 4275) or earlier, please refer to the mControl v3 - Quick Start Guide, specifically "FOR USERS OF MCONTROL V3.0.4275 (OR EARLIER)" (page 11).	3.0.3 - Build 4471 (2012-03-29)
mControl v3 App for iPad/iPhone User interface for iOS devices including iPad/iPhone.	v1.0 (2011-07-08)

Use the following table to access additional drivers and information for mControl.

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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.

KNX Driver
The KNX driver for mControl v3 provides control of KNX (EIB), ISO/IEC 14543 and building automation systems.

Third-Party Drivers
Looking to add functionality to your mControl v3 installation - consider the following third-party drivers:

	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.
	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.
	Text to Speech Driver: Text to Speech driver.
	Twitter Driver: Twitter driver.

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.

*** Available soon through the mHome Dealer Network ***

mControl v3 Dealers

Founded in 1992, Smarthome, Inc. is the world's leading designer, manufacturer and online retailer of home automation products.

North America

AARtech Canada was founded in 2002 as a Canadian source for home automation and related technologies.

Canada

Welcome to the UK's Leading Z-Wave Store. We bring you the Latest in Home Control based around Z-Wave RF wireless technology.

Domadoo provides a wide range of home automation solutions.

France

Atom-Solutions offers a wide range of products and technology for home intelligence.

Romania, Eastern Europe

Shifra Smart Homes is a Smart Home solutions provider based out of the Dubai Internet City in the UAE.

UAE, Middle East

SmartHome.com.au, located in Victoria, Australia, specialises in technology for your home.

Australia, New Zealand

Founded in 1997, MKTi designs, distributes and installs home automation systems, electronics and lighting.

Portugal, Spain

Ideal Unlimited Sdn. Bhd. (IU) is specialised in Home Automation / Smart Home and Home Theatre Media Centre (HTPC) with Multi-Room AV Streaming Solution.