Embedded Automation Releases mControl Add-In for Windows Home Server
Today, in conjunction with the general availability of
Microsoft’s Windows Home Server, Embedded Automation is releasing the mControl
Add-In for Windows Home Server. Based on mControl v2 (Home Edition), the
mControl Add-In provides ‘Digital Home’ control functionality to the Windows
Home Server platform including the ability to:
- Monitor and control home security systems and thermostats
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View and record IP cameras
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Monitor and control INSTEON, Z-Wave and other lighting devices
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Send and respond to IR (remote control) messages
Embedded Automation has tailored the mControl Add-In to work seamlessly with
Windows Home Server by:
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Using the native Windows Home Server Add-In installation management
functionality - simply copy the mControl Add-In to the Software Add-Ins share
and use the Settings console to manage installation.
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Adding a Windows Home Server Console tab to provide administrative and
diagnostic functionality for the mControl Add-In.
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Adding mControl as a Windows Home Server web application to provide
convenient and secure remote access through a personalized login.
“The mControl Add-In is an exciting example of how Windows Home Server provides
a platform for a wide range of solutions for the home,” said Steven VanRoekel,
director of Windows Server Solutions at Microsoft. “We are thrilled to work
with Embedded Automation to make the benefits of home automation available and
affordable to a broad audience.”
“Windows Home Server is already a great platform because it provides a
convenient and easy way to protect, centralize and share personal digital
media. The mControl Add-in extends the capability of Windows Home Server by
allowing users to monitor and control their home – from managing lights to
viewing security cameras,” said Ted Singh, Business Development Manager of
Embedded Automation. “Users have access to the entire mControl functionality
from systems connected with their Windows Home Server, including networked
Windows Media Center PCs and remote connections.”
The mControl Add-in for Windows Home Server is available from Embedded
Automation’s website and other distributors.
For the corresponding press release from Microsoft:
http://www.microsoft.com/presspass/press/2007/nov07/11-04WHSLaunchPR.mspx
Windows Home Server Virtual Pressroom from Microsoft:
http://www.microsoft.com/presspass/presskits/homeserver/default.mspx
Microsoft's 'Digital Home' Demo:
http://www.microsoft.com/windows/products/winfamily/windowshomeserver/demo/index.html
To download the mControl Add-In for Windows Home Server, please visit:
http://www.embeddedautomation.com/EAHAmControl.htm
The Installation Guide for the mControl Add-In for Windows Home Server:
http://www.embeddedautomation.com/mC...20Manual .pdf
About mControl
Thousands of customers worldwide use mControl software to view, manage and
secure their “digital homes”. mControl integrates lighting systems, security
panels, security cameras, climate control and audio/visual components into a
unified interface which is accessible through televisions using a remote
control, via an Internet browser, through touch screens and even by voice.
mControl meshes seamlessly within a Media Center environment to provide an
integrated home control and media management solution.
About Embedded Automation
Founded in 1998, Embedded Automation designs, manufactures, and markets
solutions for “Digital Home” under the mHome product family. mHome products
allow consumers to easily and affordably add control and media management
capabilities to their homes. mHome products are available from Embedded
Automation and through the mHome Authorized Dealer Network.
