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Embedded Automation has released the final build of mControl 2.1 for download. The build is actually the same as the previous RCGOLD2 release, and as there were no significant issues reported Embedded Automation has now shifted their focus to the next mControl release. You can download mControl 2.1 here...
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Embedded Automation has just added CentraLite JetStream to their growing list of supported home control systems. CentraLite JetStream is a new standard for home control based on Zigbee, and as you will learn in the embedded video it was actually the first standard that Embedded Automation supported in...
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The Windows Experience Blog took a look at the HP MediaSmart Connect . At some point I’ll also have a review of the unit and compare it directly to the Linksys Extenders (and D-Link which is pretty much the same). Speaking of Extenders, Ben at Engadget HD did a great shootout of the Linksys, D-Link,...
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No doubt Embedded Automation's mPanel has been high on my list , and over the past week Ted has posted up some great videos on the company’s website and YouTube page . Check out the mPanel overview , mPanel installation , mPanel Media Center control , and mPanel music control/playback. [YouTube:cj...
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Fiji is old news, Excalibur seems to be the new thing (Via ActiveWin ). I’ve never seen so much made of a codename! I follow what Stephen Chapman is saying, but knowing how eHome works inside of Microsoft I wouldn’t try and put together what they are doing with a five year old codename. Embedded Automation...
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I was very excited a few months ago when Embedded Automation announced mPanel , their upcoming in-wall touchpanel for mControl. Of course, when they announced it mControl wasn’t as feature rich as it is now so I figured it would just provide access to mControl and simple media (music) access. But then...
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WESTBURY, NY – May 15th – VidaBox LLC is excited to announce the new TouchClient12 in-wall touch panel computer. Featuring a 12.1” color touchscreen and XP embedded computer, it is selling at an affordable retail price of $2499. “The TouchClient12 is the flush-mount touch panel computer solution that...
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This will be the first post in what I hope to make a series about using mControl to automate your home, control your thermostat, control your lighting, secure your home, and more. Home automation and lighting control is a very in-depth subject, so I’ve found it difficult to group everything into these...
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Are you interested in getting started with a product like mControl for lighting and home automation? I want to help you get started, but I need to know where people need the most help. I've got a basic post on the way about choosing a lighting control technology (X10, INSTEON, and Z-Wave) but what...
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I’ve been busy finishing yet another semester (among other things), so there is a lot of news that I have missed over the past week. General mControl now has a driver to control other Vista Media Center PCs SageTV gets HD PVR support The Media Center Show #155 - Lagotek Plug-ins BBC iPlayer Media Center...