 | | MControl is
a Windows software package that allows for
total home control from your Home Theatre PC
or any other display unit with a browser.
Routine operations that follow a pattern or
preference can be scheduled to occur without
having to manually adjust or trigger them -
offering convenience and savings.
MControl can automate devices including
lights & appliances, gas fireplaces,
sprinkler systems, HVAC systems, security
cameras, IR devices spa pumps. mControl has
been designed with a stylish Windows Media
Center interface and also operates on
Windows 2000, XP Home and XP Pro. You can
also control the software via a browser over
your home network. The software will need X10 hardware to
operate lights and appliances. | mControl makes sense for home automation:
- It is easy.
mControl is designed as a media center application
so that it can be operated with a remote control. - It is convenient.
mControl not only runs on Microsoft Windows XP Media
Center 2005 but it can also be accessed using a
browser from anywhere. - It is easy on your
wallet. mControl has been designed to work with
off-the-shelf components so that no expensive and/or
complicated back-end equipment is required. - It is flexible.
mControl supports both the INSTEON and X10 protocols
allowing both systems to be used as your systems
evolves. mControl's unique architecture also
provides the ability to place the home automation
adapters on your PC of choice so that you keep any
clutter around the Living Room PC to a minimum. - It is expandable.
mControl can be used to control a couple of
switches/devices or it can be expanded to control
every switch and outlet both inside and outside of a
home. - It is all you need.
There is no need to learn additional software
packages. From within mControl every element of home
automation can be set and adjusted. Screen shots
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Home Automation
