txfanatic

I'm in your same camp as well...looking for one 7" T3 screen...just looking to fill the hole that my previous infinity screen occupied

I'm currently in the process of looking for a new dealer locally in Dallas, but before I commit to anyone, given that I understand the system and am not scared of installing equipment (I've already ripped out and installed many different pieces of equipment as well as re-terminating ethernet connections), I wanted to check with this forum first if they had success with a remote dealer (where I can buy equipment from and have them remotely program it, or at least program equipment I buy online from the classified or what not). I know folks here are way more responsive than my current dealer. I potentially seek that out just because I know folks here are top notch and I'm already very involved with the system. Additionally, hoping the dealer keeps my system to the latest version (right now at 2.10), which is disappointing considering how much evolution C4 has done over the past 5 years. The most pressing needs are installing a new Core 5 and a 16x16 audio matrix (probably ProAudio 16) as well as getting my T3 Touchscreen to reconnect to the system (not sure what happened). Probably in 6-8 months I'll need to do a number of things for a home expansion (light switches and new video matrix, etc). PM if interested...thank you

Thank you, this is helpful as well...I do have spare ethernet ports at each TV to backhaul them, but I feel if there are 6 tvs to backhaul from that would be a lot of inputs back to the matrix (doable though). Ah yes, the C4 remote is good for control...i forgot that they can be anywhere...that is good to remember. I guess I need to see the cost of the video matrix (the NoHassle one is on Amazon, so no issue seeing that) and comparing that to the cost of putting in 6 Rokus/Backhaul Audio. Btw, since you mentioned that Rokus are good...is it better than AppleTVs (ie would you even put in an AppleTV?) Thank you!

This is super helpful...seems like it would simplify the Audio Matrix from what it is right now (where everything is split up before it heads to the Audio Matrix and the Home Theater Receiver). Hopefully whoever sets this up can get my sound working properly for all my video feeds. Thank you

Great question on whether I need a matrix...I guess since I want the sound to come out of the speakers around the house, I didn't realize audio backhaul is easy to do? I basically use: Hulu, Youtube TV, Prime, etc via a Roku (and have an Apple TV that is connected as a backup) and rarely use the DVD player (actually haven't used that in like 8 years). The controller though has video (right now I don't use that either...but figured with the updated one maybe it might be nice) and used to have a Tivo that allowed me to connect an antenna (but that died this past year too and I figured I should probably move away from it) I guess having 6-7 tvs with a Roku or AppleTV is cheaper for sure, but can the remote control the system and the sound come from the room speakers? Also not related, does that PulseEight ProAudio Matrix downgrade from digital inputs to analog outputs (and vice versa)?

So the old Audio Matrix went out (and not a power supply issue). Given the age, and possibility of doing an addition, I wanted to plan better this system than the one when I initially built the house 9 years ago. Probably going to change the dealer as I haven't been impressed with follow ups (and have paid 9 years of alarm system monitoring through their company, but unsure if cellular alarm actually works). The home setup I have currently is as follows: HC800 with a separate I/O device running 2.10.2 (I think) Leaf 4x4 Video Matrix - currently full on the inputs and 3 tv outputs (had a fourth but the outdoor setup didn't work well) C4 Audio Matrix 16x16 driving two C4 8 channel Amps...3 are bridged to give 13 zones of audio (the 3 outdoor zones are twice as powerful) Sony STR2800 - Runs the main room audio/tv Every light is on a C4 switch, as is the alarm, Somfy blinds, one motion sensor and the garage door 5 Ring Cameras/Doorbell using the Control4 driver Anyways, I am planning on adding potentially 3-4 TVs (so 6-7 total) plus 3 more zones of audio so the main things I am thinking about doing are replacing the HC800, Leaf 4x4 and the Audio Matrix (Audio Matrix needs to be done stat). What I find sort of ridiculous is how the different audio outputs from the Roku, Apple TV, HC800, DVD player, Sonos player all have to be split to go to the Sony STR2800 and the Audio 16x16 Matrix. What I would like to do is have the new Video Matrix take in HDMI and output sound digitally into the Audio Matrix, which then would be send digital audio directly into the Sony and analog into the powered Amps for the other 13 zones. As much as I would like this to be an unlimited budget project, alas, want to be smart about where I spend on this...based on the research I've done on other posts, could I use a 8x8 No Hassle 8x16 Video Matrix that takes in all the different devices (would love to get a second Roku) that feeds digital sound out directly to an audio matrix. Saw the ProAudio Matrix looked good for taking in digital...does it down convert to analog for the other zones? Also is this ideal or am I wanting something that is not necessary. Thank you

Turns out the power supply unit was fine...I wired the new PSU and the unit did not power on (and when i tested the old PSU, it was showing proper voltage)...is there another quick fix? I'm probably going to buy a new unit, but want to research it (will do some searches in these forums) Thanks

I'm running into the same 16x16 audio matrix as everyone else...will pick up one of these https://www.mouser.com/ProductDetail/XP-Power/ECL15US05-T?qs=w%2Fv1CP2dgqoNOSGDo4%2FKYw%3D%3D&mgh=1&gclid=CjwKCAiAqaWdBhAvEiwAGAQlto835awdhGul4JrHJRgjFNZy-Hmtw2yQ6c4fmp3Qllu258ShXw-XYhoCEtwQAvD_BwE but wanted to see if this would be a decent external solution that seems ever so easy to do the quick splice for the DC connector https://www.amazon.com/ALITOVE-100V-240V-Converter-5-5x2-1mm-Security/dp/B078RXZM4C?th=1 Thanks C4 fam

Appreciate that firmware insight (and big shoutout to your insights elsewhere as it has helped me a lot over the years)...it is very random how overnight it went from working to not working, probably isn't communicating despite nothing going on in the AV closet (no ins and outs there). Lights are on, I've restarted it, but lets see if I can do something specifically there Thank you!

Overnight my audio matrix decided to set all the outputs to 0 dB and I can't get them back up. Not sure I am targeting the right issue, but this is a 2.10.1 system running on a HC-800 (but relatively stable over the last 9 years). I'm thinking this is the issue as I have had to reset the audio input one several times over the past year (after being stable for the prior 5-6 whenever this system was upgraded to 2.10.1). It was causing my Roku to not pump out audio. I'm going to ask my dealer, but I ask over here as I'm hoping y'all have seen this issue before to help with a more permanent fix (and to ensure when I'm out of town, this doesn't happen)

Unfortunately the ones in the house are WH (which look like regular white that is a bit glossy)

Hi, I need to buy two faceplates, a white 1 gang and a white 3 gang faceplate. My faceplates are the decora style (I believe that is the latest) where they are rounded Just in case to be specific on what they are covering (I tried to order one online and they sent me the old style flat ones and it doesn't fit well), the one gang plate will cover a C4-KCB keypad and the 3 gang will cover a C4-APD120-WH, C4-SW120277, C4-4SF120

Looking to buy 1 Light Switch (not Dimmer) - Model C4-SW120277 (white preferrably) PM if interested in selling one (I live in TX) Thanks

Ha...i guess you danced around it enough to warrant a hall pass on the question. Thanks

could be worth it just for guaranteed performance. Do you have brand or two that you like? Appreciate the replies jackstone