If this system and controller are registered on customer.control4.com, the system is accessible for remote access (without a 4Sight subscription) after a request by the Control4 Installer or Control4 Technical Support representative has been made to access the system.
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How does 4Sight work with Control4?
Control4 provides remote access to your home with the service known as 4Sight. Now whether you are across the town or even across the globe, you’re always connected to your home.
Why choose a Control4 system?
Software Updates – Control4 systems have been engineered to allow dynamic updating. Systems can retrieve and install the desired software packages via the Internet. Control4 offers additional premium Internet services that extend the functionality of a Control4 system and enable anytime, anywhere access to a home.
What are the premium Internet services offered by Control4?
Control4 offers additional premium Internet services that extend the functionality of a Control4 system and enable anytime, anywhere access to a home. These services are distributed as an affordable bundled subscription through Control4 dealers.
How do I use Alexa with 4Sight?
As a Control4 homeowner with a 4Sight subscription, you can enjoy simple voice commands by using the Amazon Echo’s friendly ‘Alexa’ voice assistant. Alexa operates just as she would, but with the added benefit of being connected to your state-of-the-art Control4 system.
Can you program Control4 remote yourself?
For Control4's 4Sight subscribers, they can now access all-new easy-to-use automation controls directly online for their home. Now, users have the option of either calling for a smart integration technician, or they can just do it themselves.
Does Control4 require a subscription?
If you're living in a Control4 Smart Home, get connected like never before. With a yearly 4Sight subscription, you'll get the most out of your smart home with added hands-on personalization, voice control, and mobile access.
How much does 4Sight cost?
4Sight is an annual paid subscription, set up by your trusted Control4 dealer at only $100/year, or just under $10 a month.
How do I access Control4?
Go to My Account (see below) to log in to your personal account so your system can use the Control4 app, use streaming music services, and receive software updates. Through your Control4 account, you can also give your pro access to your account so they can maintain and update your system when needed or fix problems.
Is Control4 any good?
Control4 is one of the top home automation systems for residential use. Among its best features are modular installation, a large network of hardware partners, and a unified touchscreen interface. While its warranty isn't very long, it's a capable system that we thoroughly recommend.
How does Control4 system work?
With a Control4 smart home you can activate your smart home by hitting a single button near the door that powers on the lights, adjusts the thermostat, disarms the security system, and starts streaming your favorite playlist throughout the house.
Does Control4 have an app?
THE CONTROL4 APP The intuitive app for Android and Apple devices make it easier than ever to control your home's audio, entertainment, lighting, and so much more.
How do I use Control4 app?
Learn more here. Note: The Control4 app works with both Android (v5....To run the Control4 app:Tap the Control4 app icon on your mobile device. The app opens.Tap ADD SYSTEM. The Add System screen opens.Type a descriptive System Name, then provide the Email and Password for your customer account. ... Tap LOG IN.
How do you pair a Control4 controller?
Use the RJ-45 jack labeled 'Ethernet' on the back of the controller to connect it to the home network. If successful, the amber LED turns on and the green LED blinks. Read the controller's installation guide to learn how the LEDs work.
Can you enable remote access for programming?
As for allowing remote access for programming you can enable/disable that on the fly on an as needed basis as the need arises.
Can a programmer see your lock code?
As for seeing the codes, yes a programmer can see your lock codes and/or change or set them (understand that if he/she couldn't neither could you with HE for example. Might be better if not, but then again, you could argue the same for any security installer. Or police officers and desk workers having access to someones personal info, or a doctor, or a nurse, or the local city employee, your employer and the HR and Account workers for your company and.....
Do you need 4sight for a controller?
As long as the controller is registered to your current dealer, and is on a 2.x version of the director - there should be no reason for them to need 4sight
Can you access a remote dealer's system via Navigator?
If they are working remotely, they won't have access to the system via Navigator (what you see on your TV, touch panel, app for instance). That being said, if this is a remote dealer you've selected via the internet (i.e. These guys are not the actual installer in your area who you've welcomed into your home and trust) then I would be hesitant giving them the credentials.
Can you create a temporary user in 4sight?
To add to this, you could also create a temporary user in your 4sight account. And disable when work is complete.
Is access to lock and user codes a big deal?
Having access to lock and user codes of a client really isn't a big deal. Why would I bother getting them? If I had ill intend, there would be much better/easier ways of going about it.
Can a dealer access a system remotely?
No, a dealer only has access to systems listed under his dealer account .#N#If a customer unchecks the box to allow remote access, no one has access to their system remotely. If you need service, check the box, let him in, then un-check it after.
What is 4sight remote access?
Control4 provides remote access to your home with the service known as 4Sight. Now whether you are across the town or even across the globe, you’re always connected to your home. Connect, control, and manage your home with ease and peace of mind. 4Sight also provides customized push notifications and email alerts to your device when specific events occur. You could monitor when the door opens and closes, detect water leaks, and even if you left your garage door open straight to your mobile device via a secure VPN connection.
What can Control 4 do?
On a mobile device, you can do everything you could want it to do: adjust window shades, turn on and off lights, play music and adjust volume, and anything else your system is configured to do.
What Else Do I Get With 4Sight?
Not only does it provide you with remote access to your home, but 4Sight also saves the homeowner money on service calls. The same VPN connection allows dealers to access the system to make programming changes and updates remotely. It also provides dealers with comprehensive system diagnostics that are useful in identifying the cause of system failures before sending a technician out, thus avoiding multiple visits for a single fix.
What is 4sight on a computer?
Using your personal computer or Mac, 4Sight gives you access to When >> Then personalization; a simple-to-use programming logic designed for Control4 owners . It allows you to adjust and experiment with many features of your home’s automation and fine-tuning it until it’s just right. The interface is also a breeze to use, and the automation possibilities are seemingly endless!
How much is 4sight?
4Sight is an annual paid subscription, set up by your trusted Control4 dealer at only $100/year, or just under $10 a month. With those kind s of features, the 4Sight subscription is an absolute bargain!
Can you use Control4 with Alexa?
With Control4 and Amazon’s Alexa, you can tell your house exactly what to do. Activa te the same scenes and controls with the comfort of a hands-free operation. As a Control4 homeowner with a 4Sight subscription, you can enjoy simple voice commands by using the Amazon Echo’s friendly ‘Alexa’ voice assistant. Alexa operates just as she would, but with the added benefit of being connected to your state-of-the-art Control4 system.
What is Control4 for music?
Music and Movie Identification – Control4 provides technology to automatically identify and retrieve metadata and cover art for a homeowner’s CD, DVD, Blu-ray and MP3 collections. This enables powerful media management and a rich browsing experience from any Control4 user Interface.
What is Control4 software update?
Software Updates – Control4 systems have been engineered to allow dynamic updating. Systems can retrieve and install the desired software packages via the Internet.
What is remote home programming?
Remote Home Programming & Support – Enables Control4 dealers to quickly and conveniently assist customers without the expense and hassle associated with the traditional service call. Dealers can remotely connect to a Control4 system via the Internet using Control4’s powerful Composer software and perform ongoing system personalization and support as if on site.
Is Control4 a home automation system?
Control4® home automation systems have an unmatched array of features and functionality right out of the box. But, that’s not all. Because our products natively utilize the same standards-based IP communication that powers the Internet, Control4 system capabilities can be further extended through a variety of Internet-based Services.
Remote access to your Control4 system
Before Control4 4Sight launched, you could only operate your smart home system using the remotes, touch panels and switches in your home, or using presets that were activated by timers.
Operate your system using voice commands
The invention of Amazon Alexa and Google Assistant changed the game. You no longer need a remote or your smartphone, simply say a command and have the system react.
View your video intercom from anywhere
If you’re frustrated by missing deliveries and wish you could view your video intercom from anywhere, then 4Sight can make this a reality.
What is the cost of Control4 4Sight and how can you install it?
4Sight works with every Control4 system, whether you have a few connected devices or a complete home system. It typically costs around £100 per year; or roughly £8 per month. So, it’s highly affordable.
Should you buy Control4 4Sight?
While the idea of having to spend more on your Control4 system might make you groan, £100 per year is very affordable. To put this in perspective, £100 is far less than the hourly rate you’d pay a Control4 dealer to work on your system.
