stvmyr

thanks for the reply!

so basically, Control 4 is a system thats not for use by "home professionals"?
I would never ever install a system in my house that needs an external dealer for configuration. 

i really want to use the NEEO remote. But thats a no go for me. 

Hi There!

i'm want to get into Control4 (because the i want to use the NEEO remote). I never ever used it before, but i'm pretty familiar with other Systems like Crestron, KNX and other home Automation Systems... So i would say "i know what im doing".

I currently looking for a cheap controller to start with, and like to just bought a used one on ebay. But as far is i know, you cant program the system by yourself, and forced to have installer. Is that right? 

- Can i get the Composer Pro software as enduser, and do i need it? or can i do the initial setup with Composer HE?
- Can i create own devices that are not included in the library with Composer HE?
- Where can i buy the Composer HE Software? 
- Is the software a one time purchase, or subscription?
- can i install the OS3 firmware on a used EA1 Controller, or is that a upgrade that i need to buy?
- do i need anything else beside the EA1, the iPhone app, and the Composer software to get ready?

Thanks all!
Steven