BraydonH Posted February 18, 2020 Share Posted February 18, 2020 15 minutes ago, Ron_E said: Can you use your own interface graphics for background, and buttons...or dips that a dealer item too? Sent from my SM-T830 using Tapatalk On OS3 you can customize your own backgrounds for each room within the app itself. Custom buttons and graphics are almost all there. You would have to have something really niche for C4 to not already have a nice looking icon in place. Like maybe if you wanted a button for your RV Trailer then no that one isn't there and you would need a dealer to get really custom for you. Or just use a generic looking button and be done with it. Ron_E 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vercingetorix Posted February 18, 2020 Share Posted February 18, 2020 14 hours ago, Smess said: I wouldnt give my c4 equipment to my worst enemy, if I were building a new house it is the last thing I would buy. It should be called controlU because thats what it does lol. Would it be easier to give your C4 equipment to a stranger? Depending on what you have, I'll gladly pay for shipping. Please PM me with details. Ron_E 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ron_E Posted February 18, 2020 Share Posted February 18, 2020 This is what I am using now, and would want to use if I go Control4.Sent from my SM-G935V using Tapatalk Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BraydonH Posted February 18, 2020 Share Posted February 18, 2020 Dude that remote looks like a complete POS no offence. Looks like the old portable C4 touch screens only worse. Ditch that god awful thing and move to C4. I would whole heartedly say that thank god C4 doesn't work on that thing. msgreenf and tdougray 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SMHarman Posted February 18, 2020 Share Posted February 18, 2020 This is what I am using now, and would want to use if I go Control4.Sent from my SM-G935V using TapatalkThat functionality is all replicated in Control4 in a more user friendly interface. Ron_E 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cart Posted February 18, 2020 Share Posted February 18, 2020 What I have noticed, is if your system is setup right the first time, you wont be needing to call your dealer every day/week/month. With HE and when-then.... the customer does get a lot of flexibility with their system. msgreenf and JSTRONG 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ron_E Posted February 18, 2020 Share Posted February 18, 2020 That functionality is all replicated in Control4 in a more user friendly interface. I use mine for my HT only...so I only need or want to control my AV Equipment, lights, and media servers. I prefer my own interfaces. Sent from my SM-T830 using Tapatalk Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
msgreenf Posted February 18, 2020 Share Posted February 18, 2020 I use mine for my HT only...so I only need or want to control my AV Equipment, lights, and media servers. I prefer my own interfaces. Sent from my SM-T830 using Tapatalk Then Control4 isn't for you. This level of customization will never be possible and sorry that interface is dated. RyanE 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ron_E Posted February 18, 2020 Share Posted February 18, 2020 Thanks, that is what I needed to know. I will move on to CQC or Allonis.Sent from my SM-T830 using Tapatalk Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JSTRONG Posted February 18, 2020 Share Posted February 18, 2020 Yes there is a huge difference between DIY solutions and control4 if you want super reliable and user friendly , look at control4 If you want those custom screens , take a look at crestron for reliability. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Time2Jet Posted February 18, 2020 Share Posted February 18, 2020 1 hour ago, msgreenf said: 1 hour ago, Ron_E said: I use mine for my HT only...so I only need or want to control my AV Equipment, lights, and media servers. I prefer my own interfaces. Sent from my SM-T830 using Tapatalk Then Control4 isn't for you. This level of customization will never be possible and sorry that interface is dated. Honestly, with the portable T3's & Apps running the latest OS3.11, there is a ton of customization that I think is far superior to his current interface. You can get terrifically creative with a landing page for each room, and still have the ability to look at the state of and control every device in every room in your home with a few touches. This is where C4 gets an unfair black-eye. A thoughtful dealer listens to his/her client and tries to build an interface that works like the client lives. I think we all take for granted the amount of customization that's possible if you listen to the client, let the client live with it for awhile and see what makes good sense to the client. I find new ideas for my interfaces all of the time. A well trained client can do 99% ofthis with HE or just using favorites and organizing on the T3's or App. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
zaphod Posted February 18, 2020 Share Posted February 18, 2020 2 hours ago, msgreenf said: Then Control4 isn't for you. This level of customization will never be possible and sorry that interface is dated. Exactly - 1985 called and it wants it's UI back. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
msgreenf Posted February 18, 2020 Share Posted February 18, 2020 i highly recommend going to a dealer showroom and looking at the touchscreens, apps and remotes. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ron_E Posted February 18, 2020 Share Posted February 18, 2020 10 minutes ago, zaphod said: Exactly - 1985 called and it wants it's UI back. Interesting that you, and others insult potential customers, just because you think your premade graphics are better than someone else's custom made ones. I have looked at Control4 graphics and to me they are just generic plain templates...def not one I would prefer, and the reason I asked about using my own, but after hearing comments in this forum I will not even consider buying Control4. Mods delete my account. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
msgreenf Posted February 18, 2020 Share Posted February 18, 2020 2 minutes ago, Ron_E said: Interesting that you, and others insult potential customers this forum has no actual association with control4, so Zaphod in this case, has no affiliation with control4, he is just an avid user. tdougray and RyanE 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LollerAgent Posted February 18, 2020 Share Posted February 18, 2020 13 minutes ago, Ron_E said: Interesting that you, and others insult potential customers, just because you think your premade graphics are better than someone else's custom made ones. I have looked at Control4 graphics and to me they are just generic plain templates...def not one I would prefer, and the reason I asked about using my own, but after hearing comments in this forum I will not even consider buying Control4. Mods delete my account. Have you looked at the OS3 graphics though? They are much nicer than older/pre-OS3 C4. I'm not bashing you or your UI choices, but I would agree that the UI in your screenshots look very dated. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KWD Posted February 18, 2020 Share Posted February 18, 2020 8 minutes ago, Ron_E said: Interesting that you, and others insult potential customers, just because you think your premade graphics are better than someone else's custom made ones. I have looked at Control4 graphics and to me they are just generic plain templates...def not one I would prefer, and the reason I asked about using my own, but after hearing comments in this forum I will not even consider buying Control4. Mods delete my account. Biggest drawback about C4 is the screens which I also find mediocre and the lack of ability to make them more custom. Maybe look at Crestron which a good dealer can make amazing for ballers. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tdougray Posted February 18, 2020 Share Posted February 18, 2020 Just now, KWD said: Maybe look at Crestron which a good dealer can make amazing for ballers. With a price tag to match Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JSTRONG Posted February 18, 2020 Share Posted February 18, 2020 Hey Ron I have seen some slick graphics created by dean the ceo of cqc. He is a great guy that really knows his stuff and is totally dedicated to the trade LollerAgent and Ron_E 1 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KWD Posted February 18, 2020 Share Posted February 18, 2020 4 minutes ago, tdougray said: With a price tag to match Why I said for ballers tdougray 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SMHarman Posted February 18, 2020 Share Posted February 18, 2020 I use mine for my HT only...so I only need or want to control my AV Equipment, lights, and media servers. I prefer my own interfaces. Sent from my SM-T830 using Tapatalk Control4 reliability partly comes from a stock UI. The new custom button functionality can do a lot of what you want but it will never be a totally custom UI. Any automation needs a level of flexibility between product, customer etc. If you can't compromise on one part then you need to look to different options. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JSTRONG Posted February 19, 2020 Share Posted February 19, 2020 Not sure if Ron is still with us but maybe he has not seen the new control4 3.0 interface. As you can see , you can move buttons anywhere on your screens. It’s extremely user friendly for all family members Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
zaphod Posted February 19, 2020 Share Posted February 19, 2020 4 hours ago, Ron_E said: Interesting that you, and others insult potential customers, just because you think your premade graphics are better than someone else's custom made ones. I have looked at Control4 graphics and to me they are just generic plain templates...def not one I would prefer, and the reason I asked about using my own, but after hearing comments in this forum I will not even consider buying Control4. Mods delete my account. Geez - don't take things so personally. I apologize if I offended you, I was just making a bit of a joke. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JSTRONG Posted February 19, 2020 Share Posted February 19, 2020 I just want to know why my picture is so crappy compared to Ron’s pics. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RAV Posted February 19, 2020 Share Posted February 19, 2020 Ron want's what he wants, there's nothing wrong with that. Crestron, RTI and URC are available options. It's great to be loyal and spokesman for the brand, but it does have UI limitations, and for those that want custom to their specifications Control4 is not the right solution. Some folks want fighter pilot design where they have control over every function possible. Other folks just want to start it up and let it go. msgreenf 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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