alanchow Posted April 16, 2014 Share Posted April 16, 2014 Chowmain - Generic Security System DriverControl4 provides integration for 3rd party security systems. Unfortunately the integration is limited to select few panels. To combat this and provide integration for many more panels Chowmain has developed the generic security system driver. This driver utilizes low level relays and contacts to control and get feedback from a security panel. It also features a virtual keypad with definable security code for arm and disarm functionality from the Control4 user interface. Note that a security system installer is required to reconfigure the security panel.FeaturesFeedback via contact closureArmed/Disarmed Feedback Contact (Closed armed/Opened disarmed)Alarm Trigger Contact (Pulsed when alarm triggered)Optional Fake FeedbackArmed/Disarmed fake feedback upon virtual keypad arm/disarm.Used for showrooms with no security system installed for dealer demo purposes.Control via relay outputArm Trigger Relay (Pulsed to arm)Disarm Trigger Relay (Pulsed to disarm)Virtual KeypadDefinable security code in propertiesEventsArmed to Home / Away (Both are the same)DisarmedEnters Alarm StateInvalid Code EnteredHelp Pressed3 x Function ButtonsFrequently Asked QuestionsI'm a consumer. What benefits are there in integrating my security system?Your existing security system becomes a smart security system which will enable functionality such as:Triggering a whole house off (ie lights, audio/visual, shutters, blinds, hvac all off) when you leave and arm your home.Triggering a welcome home event when you come home (eg lights on if its dark, shutters/blinds opening if its during the day or even your favourite play list).Notifying you if your alarm goes off via email or push notification (requires 3rd party driver and/or 4sight)Can you give us some examples of how we could use this driver?Customer has a security system which has not been integrated via a high level interface (RS232, TCP/IP) into Control4.Customer has a low level security system with no high level interface.Are there any other cool things we can do with this driver?Dealer does not have a security system and wants to show how automated tasks could trigger upon arm or disarm of a security system.Customer does not have a security system but wants a holiday mode to be activated whilst away (note this is no replacement for a real security system).What hardware will this work on?Pretty much any Control4 system (HC200,250,300,500,800,1000)How do I find out more information about the driver?Please see the links below for more information about the driver.Download Product Information SheetDownload Installation GuideHow do I buy the driver?This driver is developed by Chowmain software & apps and is distributed and supported by Houselogix, Inc. Download Driver / Purchase LicenceWho do i contact for technical support?This driver is developed by Chowmain software & apps and is distributed and supported by Houselogix, Inc. SupportDo you provide trial licences?All Chowmain drivers for Control4 come with a 48 hour trial. This is activated once you add the driver to the project. No additional steps are necessary. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alanchow Posted July 8, 2014 Author Share Posted July 8, 2014 Hi all,Have had a few feature requests from various dealers. These have now been implemented. See below for details.UPDATEMultiple User Codes.Last User variable for programmingexampleWhen Security System is ArmedIf LAST_USER == 1 thenIf LAST_USER == 2 thenIf LAST_USER == 3 thenIf LAST_USER == 4 then Display Text variable to change the virtual keypad displayProgrammable Arm, Disarm & Alarm actions. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
balintek Posted December 28, 2014 Share Posted December 28, 2014 Hey,can u send me a trial for 2.5.3? I can not found anywhere only for 2.6.Thanks Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alanchow Posted December 28, 2014 Author Share Posted December 28, 2014 Sorry we no longer support os 2.5.3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
balintek Posted December 28, 2014 Share Posted December 28, 2014 I know u dont support,but can u help with the old one,if its ok i will upgrade to 2.6.pls help me.Many Many thanks Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alanchow Posted December 28, 2014 Author Share Posted December 28, 2014 I know u dont support,but can u help with the old one,if its ok i will upgrade to 2.6.pls help me.Many Many thanks You can still get the old version from the extra vegetables store until the 31st Dec 2014 (that is when they close down). After that it will no longer be available. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
balintek Posted December 28, 2014 Share Posted December 28, 2014 Im in contact with houselogix but they said is not available.Could u send them i can take from them Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
balintek Posted December 29, 2014 Share Posted December 29, 2014 Alan,pls provide me one old trial.Thanks Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alanchow Posted December 29, 2014 Author Share Posted December 29, 2014 Im in contact with houselogix but they said is not available.Could u send them i can take from them As mentioned the 2.5.3 driver will be available from Extra Vegetables until the 31st of Dec. After that date you will no longer be able to purchase the 2.5.3 driver. http://www.extravegetables.com/products/generic-security-system-chowmain-ltd Alan,pls provide me one old trial.Thanks Trials are done using the extra vegetables trial system for that version of the driver. See the extra vegetables site for details. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
balintek Posted December 29, 2014 Share Posted December 29, 2014 Sorry but i dont have EV account and thats why im asking your help. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alanchow Posted December 29, 2014 Author Share Posted December 29, 2014 Sorry but i dont have EV account and thats why im asking your help. You will need to sign up (i assume you're a control4 dealer). Regardless you will need to purchase the licence from EV in order to use the 2.5.3 version within then ext few days if you choose to go down that route. If not then you will need to upgrade to 2.6 and use the current version via Houselogix. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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