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SMART HOMEBUYER’S GUIDEEverything you need to start your dream home.
THE CONTROL4DIFFERENCETABLE OFCONTENTSLife gets busy—but when your home technology isconnected into one simple-to-use automation platform,it helps take away some of those little daily stresses. A truesmart home system helps make life more convenient andyour home safer, more comfortable, and easier to enjoy.01The Control4 Difference02Why Start with a SmartHome OS?Unlike other smart home systems, Control4 homeownersenjoy personalized smart home experiences perfect for anyhome—no matter the size or budget, new construction ordecades old.With Control4, You Get: 0iiControl4 Smart Home Buyer’s GuideChoice from brands you trustA customized smart home designCentralized smart home operating systemEasy control of home devices from one appProfessional installationConcierge-level technology support04 Make Your Home aSmart Home06Smart Lighting10Home Security14Smart Audio18Smart Video22Remote Access26Voice Control30Network34Connected Devices36Smart Home Professional37Placing Your Order38What Control4 SmartHome Owners Are SayingInterested?40 Get StartedThis Control4 Buyer’s Guide will take you througheverything you need to know to get started creatingyour ideal smart home.42Notes
WHY STARTWITH A SMARTHOME OS?A smart home operating system (OS) isa software platform that connects themany different types of technology inyour home together to make deviceseasily accessible and customizable.The Control4 Smart Home OS enablesyou and your family to control nearlyevery device and system in the house inways that are easy and fun to use.Home rtVideoRemoteAccessNetworkA Control4 Smart Home OS.Voice Control02Control4 Smart Home Buyer’s GuideConsolidates your hometechnology into one interface,syncing your favorite hometechnology brands anddevices to work together.Connects you to control yourentire home from anywhereand alerts you with customhome notifications.Runs your home throughsecure touchscreen, remote,keypad, voice, and app accessto seamlessly perform thewhole-home automationscenes you create.Control4 Smart Home Buyer’s Guide03
MAKE YOURHOME ASMART HOMESmart LightingHome SecurityWhen you have a Control4 SmartHome OS installed into your home,the technology integration possibilitiesbecome almost endless. After browsingthese highlights of what you can doand connect with a Control4 system, talkwith a local smart home professional toget even more inspiration for your home.Smart AudioRemote AccessSmart Video04Control4 Smart Home Buyer’s GuideNetworkConnected DevicesVoice ControlControl4 Smart Home Buyer’s Guide05
SMARTLIGHTINGSmart lighting goes far beyond beautifulswitches and dimmable bulbs. It provides energyefficiency, added safety and security, customlighting scenes, and the ability to control severalsmart products in your home at once with justthe touch of a button.Custom EngravingClearly identifies eachbutton so you know whatyou’re controlling beforeyou touch it.Backlit ButtonsIlluminates engravingfor easy viewing. RGBbacklighting allowsvirtually any color to lightup each button.Status LEDsProvides visual status ofscenes or devices. RGBLEDs can be changed tovirtually any color.Home ControlQuickly lock the doors, turn offthe lights and TVs, adjust thehome temperature, draw theblinds, and more with the pushof a button.How Does Smart Lighting Work?Smart lighting consolidates your switches into one keypad by connecting your lightsand other smart devices together through the smart home operating system.Through smart switches and keypads, your lighting controls can also be programmedto run other devices in the home simultaneously with your smart home OS.06Control4 Smart Home Buyer’s GuideControl4 Smart Home Buyer’s Guide07
Standard Products Used for Smart LightingYou need only a few products from Control4 to enjoy smart lightingin your home. You can even start with one room and add more smartlighting over time to your existing system—the choice is yours.The Right Smart Lighting for YouFor a Control4 Smart Home Pro todetermine which smart lighting productsare right for your home, they’ll need toknow the following:Recommended Products to Get StartedHome ControllerConfigurableKeypadsUniversalRemoteKeypad DimmersO What do you want to achieve withyour lighting project?Outlet SwitchWhiteBiscuitHome SecuritySmartLightingO What lifestyle issues do you hopeto solve with Smart Lighting?O Do you listen to a lot of music orwatch TV often in your home?O Which rooms do you use mostoften in your home?SmartAudioAluminumConnectedDevicesStainless SteelO What do you want to controlwith Smart Lighting?(Metal)O What is your dream SmartLighting experience?SmartVideoWant an Expert Opinion?Control4 Smart Home Professionals canhelp you determine the smart lightingproducts needed in your home to get thesmart home experience of your dreams.RemoteAccessNetworkVenetian Bronze(Metal)BlackTalk with a Smart Home Proto learn more.Voice Control08Control4 Smart Home Buyer’s GuideControl4 Smart Home Buyer’s Guide09
HOMESECURITYWith Smart Security, You Can:Stay connected to your home anywhere inthe world with real-time home notifications,doorbell alerts, mobile home access andcontrol, smart home security, and more. Control4 works with your most trusted securitybrands, protecting you without compromise. Arm/disarm your security system viathe mobile appReceive alerts when a door or windowis openedSet lights to automatically turn onat duskOpen and close your blinds atscheduled timesControl your home privacy settingswith easy-to-use tools andclear choicesSet up an alert and notify you ifmovement is detected by a poolor fire pitSet up secure two-way conversationusing touchscreen panels that ringyour mobile appAutomatically have your home securitysystem arm during the weekdays whileyou are at workLock or unlock your front door and viewyour security cameras from one appPrivate and SecureWhat happens in your home should stay in yourhome, which is why we’re committed to strict andproactive standards for data privacy.We respect your right to privacy and believeyour data should be handled with integrity andconfidence. Control4 does not sell or rent yourpersonal information to third-party companies.We also enable you to set and adjust your Control4privacy settings to better meet your preferences.10Control4 Smart Home Buyer’s GuideControl4 Smart Home Buyer’s Guide11
Standard Products Used for Home SecurityGet started with smart security using products that will help you build thesecure home experience you are wanting. You can easily add more securitydevices and features over time to your existing Control4 system.The Right Security System for YouFor a Control4 Smart Home Pro todetermine which security productsare right for your home, they’ll needto know the following:Recommended Products to Get StartedHome ControllerMotion SensorsExterior DoorStationOutdoor CamerasO What do you want to achieve withyour smart security?TouchscreenOutdoor CamerasTouchscreenO Do you have children or pets inyour home you want to monitor?Home SecuritySmartLightingO What areas of your home do youwant to secure or add visibility to?O Do you prefer personal alerts ora monitored alarm?SmartAudioExterior Door StationConnectedDevicesHome ControllerO What types of remote security controldo you imagine yourself using?O Are there certain areas or objectsyou want to secure?SmartVideoWant an Expert Opinion?RemoteAccessNetworkMotion SensorsMobile NotificationsControl4 Smart Home Professionals canhelp you determine the security productsneeded in your home to get the secureexperience you need.Talk with a Smart Home Proto learn more.Voice Control12Control4 Smart Home Buyer’s GuideControl4 Smart Home Buyer’s Guide13
SMART AUDIOGet sound you don’t just hear, but alsoexperience. When you connect yoursound system to your home automationplatform, you can create an experiencethat takes your breath away.Home TheaterHome theater speakers range from in-ceilingand in-wall to in-room and on-wall, dependingon your preferences or needs.SoundbarsTriad soundbars are premium speakersbuilt in the USA. They can be custompainted to match a wall color and customsized to match the width of the TV.Multi-Room AudioEnsure all speakers throughout the houseare customized to the room they are inand easy to control, from inside the hometo the back yard or pool area.Outdoor SpeakersFor the best sound experience outdoors,be sure to select speakers dedicated foroutdoor use.Outdoor speaker options include wall-mountedmodels as well as speaker solutions thatdisappear into the shrubs and plants aroundthe perimeter of the space.14Control4 Smart Home Buyer’s GuideControl4 Smart Home Buyer’s Guide15
Standard Products Used for Smart AudioWith nearly 40 years of experience in premium loudspeakers, Control4 offersaward-winning speakers that fit your home size, lifestyle, and budget.Start small and build over time with speakers crafted just for you.Customize Your SoundUse the Triad paint-matching service toblend your speakers with your roomdesign. Use hidden subwoofers to providemore bass and higher sound pressurelevels in performance rooms withoutdisrupting the design. Here are somequestions to ask your Triad sound expert:Recommended Products to Get StartedHome ControllerTwo SurroundSpeakersTriad OneAmplifierSoundbarTouchscreenO What type of lifestyle experience doyou want to achieve with your audio?In-Wall SpeakersHome SecurityO In which areas of your home do youwant to enjoy quality audio?O What types of audio do you want in yourhome? Music? Podcasts? und SpeakersSmartVideoOutdoor SpeakersTriad Designer Series Speakers deliver Triad’s premiumsound through a tiny 4-inch in-ceiling grill. Multiplegrill styles and colors are available.O Do you prefer your speakers to makea statement or be out of sight?O Will you want audio for entertaining?Or mostly for cinematic experiences?O How do you want to accessyour home audio?RemoteAccessNetworkWant an Expert Opinion?The Triad Design Services team canhelp you plan the type and number ofspeakers needed in your home to getthe experience you want.Voice ControlTalk with a Smart Home Proto learn more.In-Ceiling Speakers16Control4 Smart Home Buyer’s GuideControl4 Smart Home Buyer’s Guide17
SMART VIDEOMulti-room smart video connects all TVs in yourhome together, hiding away technology whilestill giving you quick access to all your content.You can also easily stream a station or moviein multiple rooms at the same time—perfectfor entertaining.With Smart Video, You Can: 18Control4 Smart Home Buyer’s GuideStream music and video to different roomsat the same timeQuickly access your favorite television andmusic stations, streaming services, playlists,lighting scenes, thermostats, door locks, andmore from one interfaceSet the TV to turn on to a certain station ata certain time of day Open and close blinds automaticallywhen the TV is turned on/offRecord and view your favorite showsfrom any smart TVUse one button to quickly adjust yourlighting and TV for movie viewingHave your movie easily move withyou from room to roomControl4 Smart Home Buyer’s Guide19
Standard Products Used for Smart VideoControl4 builds some of the finest products available to create unforgettablecinematic moments in your home. We provide a high-quality picture and soundexperience that is easy to use throughout your entire home by connectingeverything through your Control4 Smart Home OS.Customize Your Video ExperienceFor a Control4 Smart Home Pro todetermine which smart video productsare right for your home, they’ll need toknow the following:Recommended Products to Get StartedHome ControllerTwo SurroundSpeakersTriad OneSmart TVO What type of cinematic experiencedo you want to achieve?UniversalRemoteO In which areas of your home do youwant to enjoy smart TV access?Home SecuritySmartLightingO How often do you host or entertainfor an event viewed on TV?O Are there certain movies/shows youlove or times of day you enjoywatching TV?SmartAudioO What is your dream audio andvideo experience like?Smart TVSmartVideoConnectedDevicesWant an Expert Opinion?We can help you plan the products andlayout of multi-room video needed in yourhome to get the experience you want.RemoteAccessNetworkTalk with a Smart Home Proto learn more.Triad OneUniversal RemoteVoice Control20Control4 Smart Home Buyer’s GuideControl4 Smart Home Buyer’s Guide21
REMOTEACCESSStay Connected to Home With:Be connected to what matters most, no matterwhere you are. Remote access to your smarthome system keeps you informed and in controlof what’s happening at home—whether you’re inthe kitchen or across the world. Mobile app access andhome control of lights, door locks,cameras, thermostat, TVs, audio,and moreCustom system alerts andpush notificationsLive camera video and two-wayaudio chatReceive a Push Notification When: Your child arrives home from schoolSomeone rings your doorbellA door or window is opened duringcertain hoursMotion is detected in a roomHome temperature goes outside ofthe normal rangeSomeone wants to reach you througha home touchscreen video chatWhether you’re home or away, with Control4Intercom Anywhere remote access you canmonitor, control, and communicate with anyroom of your smart home.22Control4 Smart Home Buyer’s GuideControl4 Smart Home Buyer’s Guide23
Standard Products Used for Remote AccessEnjoy the peace of mind that comes from being able to quickly switch betweencameras, lock/unlock doors, receive home notifications and alerts, or check on anyroom in the home from your app.Customize Remote AccessFor a Control4 Smart Home Pro todetermine which remote access productsare right for your home, they’ll need toknow the following:Recommended Products to Get StartedHome ControllerExterior rt LightingO What do you hope to achievewith remote access?O Are there certain people or roomsin the home you want to be able toquickly connect with?Home SecurityO Which parts of your home do you wantto control with remote access?SmartLightingO What do you worry about most whenyou are away from home?SmartAudioWant an Expert Opinion?ConnectedDevicesSmartVideoControl4 Smart Home Professionals canhelp you determine how to best meetyour remote access needs.Talk with a Smart Home Proto learn more.RemoteAccessNetworkVoice Control24Control4 Smart Home Buyer’s GuideControl4 Smart Home Buyer’s Guide25
VOICECONTROLUsing your favorite voice control assistant,you can control a specific device, a few devicessimultaneously, or your entire Control4 SmartHome with just your voice. Effortlessly activatemusic, turn on or off a single light or multiplefixtures at once, lock doors, or adjust thetemperature, all without lifting a finger.With Voice Control, You Can: 26Control4 Smart Home Buyer’s GuideArm your security systemwhile lying in bedTurn on or off lights with avoice command when yourhands are fullAsk your home to displaycamera footage on yourtouchscreenQuickly adjust your hometemperatureEasy for All Activate a home scenein the morning that raisesthe shades, turns on thebathroom lights, andstarts playing your favoritenews stationLock or unlock your frontdoor with your voiceVoice control is an easy andconvenient way for anyone inthe house to interact with yoursmart home. The commandsare simple and natural. Forexample, “Alexa, turn on familyroom TV” or “Hey Google, dimthe theater lights to 40%.”Control4 Smart Home Buyer’s Guide27
Standard Products Used for Voice ControlWith a simple voice command, your smart home is prompted to turn on/off lights,lock/unlock doors, adjust the thermostat and security system, and more, dependingon what you have connected to your Control4 Smart Home OS.The Right Security System for YouFor a Control4 Smart Home Pro todetermine which voice control productsare right for your home, they’ll need toknow the following:Recommended Products to Get StartedHome ControllerSmart Thermostat/LightingExterior DoorStationVoice DeviceO What do you hope to achievewith voice control?TouchscreenGood MorningO Do you have children or anyone inyour home that will need specialvoice control commands?Home SecurityO Where in the home will hands-freecontrol be beneficial for you?SmartLightingSmartAudioWant an Expert Opinion?Control4 Smart Home Professionalscan help you determine the productsneeded in your home to get the voiceexperience you need.ConnectedDevicesSmartVideoVoice Control28Talk with a Smart Home Proto learn more.RemoteAccessNetworkControl4 Smart Home Buyer’s GuideMovie TimeGood NightControl4 Smart Home Buyer’s Guide29
NETWORKThe network—your connection to theinternet—is one of the most important systemsin any home. Each connected device adds strainto a home network, so it is important to have anetwork properly built for your home size andnetwork usage.Customize Your NetworkHere are some of the commonnetworking products found in amedium-to-large home: A routerManaged switch (with PoE power)Multiple access points or repeatersA power distribution unit forsmart controlA remote management platformThe Right Network for YouYou want a network that is seamless,reliable, and consistently dependable.Rather than choosing an off-the-shelfnetworking product that gives youan often-unreliable router, switch,and wireless connection all in one,a Control4 Smart Home Pro will tailoryour networking products to fit yourhome and lifestyle.30Control4 Smart Home Buyer’s GuideControl4 Smart Home Buyer’s Guide31
Standard Products Used for NetworkingFor most families, the home network and Wi-Fi are the most important technologyin the home. Ensure that your network is robust enough to handle your usage with acustom network that can grow with you.Get the Network You NeedFor a Control4 Smart Home Pro todetermine which networking products areright for your home, they’ll need to knowthe following:Recommended Products to Get StartedHome ControllerRouterAccess PointsUniversalRemoteTouchscreenO What type of internet servicedo you use?O What types of streaming does yourhousehold use?Home SecuritySmartLightingO How many square feet (meters)is your home?O What materials were used in buildingyour home?SmartAudioO What technology or devices do youcurrently have or use in your home?ConnectedDevicesSmartVideoO Are the mobile-device users in yourhome primarily Apple or Android users?Want an Expert Opinion?RemoteAccessNetworkControl4 Smart Home Professionalscan help you determine the networkingproducts needed in your home to get thefast, reliable network you need.Talk with a Smart Home Proto learn more.Voice Control32Control4 Smart Home Buyer’s GuideControl4 Smart Home Buyer’s Guide33
CONNECTEDDEVICESUnlike some smart home systems, theControl4 Smart Home OS is an openplatform and works with over 13,000third-party products—meaning you canconnect and control almost any devicethrough your Control4 OS.Will It Connect? Yes!In addition to working withthese well-known brands, aControl4 system can controlmany third-party products,such as: 34Control4 Smart Home Buyer’s GuideTVs and speakersSmart door locksDoorbell camerasThermostat and HVACVoice command devicesSprinkler/Irrigation systemsFloor heating systemsGarage doorsBlinds and shadesIoT devicesSmart washer/dryerSmart kitchen appliancesPlumbing and faucetsPool controlsGate access andmonitoringPet door controlMedicine cabinet locksControl4 Smart Home Buyer’s Guide35
SMART HOMEPROFESSIONALPLACINGYOUR ORDERYour Smart Home ProOne-on-One ConsultationCustomizing Your Smart HomePlacing Your OrderPersonalized SupportWe believe in providingour homeowners with thehighest-quality smart homeexperiences. We provide youwith a customized smarthome system through our elitegroup of Control4-trainedand certified technologyexperts. These professionalswill meet with you to discussyour home automation needs,help plan your home project,professionally install yoursystem, and then be there toprovide ongoing support foryou and your home.Use this guide at yourcomplimentary consultationto share with your certifiedControl4 Smart HomeProfessional your homeautomation wants and needs.Here’s what comes with yourconsultation:After installation andprofessional programmingis complete, you can easilytweak your automationschedules, music choices,security features, and morevia your online Control4customer account.After you have met withyour Smart Home Professionaland are happy with yourcustom smart home plan,simply work with yourControl4 Pro to finalize detailsand schedule installation.Our Smart Home Professionalslive and work in your area, soyou know they will always bethere to provide customizedsupport for you and yourhome—whether you call onthem months or years afteryour install. The easy-to-use homeownerpersonalization tool enablesyou to adjust everything,including a keypadbutton, push notifications,security system, lightingautomation, and most otherprogrammed devices in yourhome without the need toschedule a professional.Prices start at 1,000 for a36Control4 Smart Home Buyer’s GuideCustomized home proposalProject pricing estimateStep-by-step processwalkthroughAverage PricingControl4 one-room solution.Talk with your Control4Smart Home Pro to get acomplimentary price estimatefor your home project.Schedule a ComplimentarySmart Home ConsultationIf you are not alreadyworking with one of ourtalented Control4 SmartHome Professionals,visit Control4.com to finda Pro near you.The Control4 DifferenceUnlike other smart homecompanies, Control4 doesnot trap you in contracts orsell your personal data fromhome devices. Our passionand promise is that you’ll loveour products and that yourpersonal information stayssecurely with you.Control4 Smart Home Buyer’s Guide37
WHAT CONTROL4SMART HOMEOWNERS ARE SAYING“Our house always has musicplaying and we love it. Thesystem is so easy to use thateven my five-year-old canselect in which rooms shewould like to hear music.”— Chris B.Control4 Homeowner“Finally, an interface that youcan depend on and operatewith ease! Way beyond mywildest expectations. Simple,user-friendly, and reliable.”— Vincent F.Control4 Homeowner“We’ve been using our hometheater more often than Iexpected because it’s soeffortless to control and itreally emphasizes the magicof everything we watch.”— Dave P.Control4 Homeowner“It’s the go-to control system tointegrate just about everythingin my house and forautomating repetitive tasks.Coupled with amazing mediacontrol, it’s a no-brainer.”— Chris A.Control4 Homeowner38Control4 Smart Home Buyer’s GuideControl4 Smart Home Buyer’s Guide39
GET STARTEDWhether you are looking to automate asingle room or you are designing yourdream home, get your project started bychatting with a Smart Home Professionalabout your lifestyle, wants, and needs.Talk with a Smart Home ProfessionalIf you are not already working with oneof our talented Control4 Smart HomeProfessionals, visit Control4.com to finda Pro near you.Getting the Conversation StartedAnswer the following questions to prep for your conversation with aControl4 Smart Home Professional:What type of project do youwant to automate?What do you want to achieve with yourautomation project?O Whole-home remodelO Whole-home new constructionO One-room experience (theater room,kitchen, etc.)O Security systemO Other:O Update the look of your homeor businessO Update the look for resale purposesO Improve the function of your homeor businessO Incorporate energy efficiencyO Provide added securityO Access and control from anywhereO Other:What do you want to control?OOOOOOO40Control4 Smart Home Buyer’s GuideHome theater/entertainmentWhole-home audioLightingComfort (heating and cooling)Security and monitoringCommunicationOther:We look forward to making your homethe smartest on the block.Control4 Smart Home Buyer’s Guide41
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