https://www.comfortforums.com/ Mon, 27 Jul 2026 13:28:54 +0000 MyBB https://www.comfortforums.com/thread-1568.html Wed, 12 Aug 2009 08:00:26 -0400 ]]> https://www.comfortforums.com/thread-1568.html
as you might know the convergent Companion touchscreen been upgraded with the new BORG http://www.borgdisplays.com/ with NEO line that runing companion operating system.

my Question is. i have a client who need to install two touch screen color with his system, and he refused to install any keypad.

Dose the system accept two touch screen? we figure that we could install one using UCM /audio (10mt closed to system to use audio) and the other using ethernet, is this applicable?

could we eliminate keypads from the systems?

thanks for feeding me back.
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as you might know the convergent Companion touchscreen been upgraded with the new BORG http://www.borgdisplays.com/ with NEO line that runing companion operating system.

my Question is. i have a client who need to install two touch screen color with his system, and he refused to install any keypad.

Dose the system accept two touch screen? we figure that we could install one using UCM /audio (10mt closed to system to use audio) and the other using ethernet, is this applicable?

could we eliminate keypads from the systems?

thanks for feeding me back.
]]> https://www.comfortforums.com/thread-997.html Sun, 30 Mar 2008 18:39:25 -0400 ]]> https://www.comfortforums.com/thread-997.html
without a pc?

What does it cost?

Thanks
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without a pc?

What does it cost?

Thanks
]]> https://www.comfortforums.com/thread-921.html Tue, 15 Jan 2008 15:05:14 -0500 ]]> https://www.comfortforums.com/thread-921.html
Am about to embark on second Comfort install and the customer (my better half) has decided that she wants a touchscreen in the lounge covering all of the gadgets that I want to install rather than a sea of switches or a philips pronto.

I am in the UK and would like to source a companion 8 screen ASAP but haven\'t as yet had any joy in getting pricing or availability, can anyone here assist??

If I have to purchase it outside of the UK then no problems, whole install is reliant on getting the screen!!!

Regards

Paul

P.S. Is their another forum discussing integration of the Companion screen with other systems such as RNET, CBUS etc??

 
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Am about to embark on second Comfort install and the customer (my better half) has decided that she wants a touchscreen in the lounge covering all of the gadgets that I want to install rather than a sea of switches or a philips pronto.

I am in the UK and would like to source a companion 8 screen ASAP but haven\'t as yet had any joy in getting pricing or availability, can anyone here assist??

If I have to purchase it outside of the UK then no problems, whole install is reliant on getting the screen!!!

Regards

Paul

P.S. Is their another forum discussing integration of the Companion screen with other systems such as RNET, CBUS etc??

 
]]> https://www.comfortforums.com/thread-916.html Mon, 07 Jan 2008 21:20:04 -0500 ]]> https://www.comfortforums.com/thread-916.html
This is my first post and I am new to Comfort / C-Bus etc... currently installing my first system and apologise in advance if some of these questions have been previously posted....

I have just installed my Companion 8 touchscreen and Comfort system, interfacing the two using the Audio UCM/Audio and Griffin iMic. I wanted to know if it was possible with this setup or with the VOIP capabilities to use the companion to intercom with comfort keypads and/or announce the comfort voice menu... i.e. enable it to be used with almost all the features of a Comfort Keypad?

I have also added the sunset/sunrise time headings to the home page of the companion and was hoping that it would be possible for it to get these times from the ones I have now set in Comfort. Is this possible or likely to become so?

Thirdly does anyone have any experience in setting up the Companion to control an Audiotron? I have been able to add it as a component in the audio control settings screen but that is as far as I have got.

Finally has anyone got basic UK weather, news, traffic info etc onto the Companion without having to use the browser?

All help and advice with the above would be very much greatly received.

Thanks,

Austin

P.S. Any customized companion configurations from people with a similar setup to mine (below) would be very helpful.

Companion 8
Comfort G2
C-Bus
Smartfit
Opus Octopus Audio
Audio Authority HD Video
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This is my first post and I am new to Comfort / C-Bus etc... currently installing my first system and apologise in advance if some of these questions have been previously posted....

I have just installed my Companion 8 touchscreen and Comfort system, interfacing the two using the Audio UCM/Audio and Griffin iMic. I wanted to know if it was possible with this setup or with the VOIP capabilities to use the companion to intercom with comfort keypads and/or announce the comfort voice menu... i.e. enable it to be used with almost all the features of a Comfort Keypad?

I have also added the sunset/sunrise time headings to the home page of the companion and was hoping that it would be possible for it to get these times from the ones I have now set in Comfort. Is this possible or likely to become so?

Thirdly does anyone have any experience in setting up the Companion to control an Audiotron? I have been able to add it as a component in the audio control settings screen but that is as far as I have got.

Finally has anyone got basic UK weather, news, traffic info etc onto the Companion without having to use the browser?

All help and advice with the above would be very much greatly received.

Thanks,

Austin

P.S. Any customized companion configurations from people with a similar setup to mine (below) would be very helpful.

Companion 8
Comfort G2
C-Bus
Smartfit
Opus Octopus Audio
Audio Authority HD Video
]]> https://www.comfortforums.com/thread-594.html Sat, 05 May 2007 20:43:25 -0400 ]]> https://www.comfortforums.com/thread-594.html
Alternatively,if the UCM/Ethernet board is used to connect rather than the CWM, I assume that there is no serial connection between Comfort and SideKick, if what are there any issues with this?
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Alternatively,if the UCM/Ethernet board is used to connect rather than the CWM, I assume that there is no serial connection between Comfort and SideKick, if what are there any issues with this?
]]> https://www.comfortforums.com/thread-520.html Wed, 14 Mar 2007 09:38:24 -0400 ]]> https://www.comfortforums.com/thread-520.html [size=\"2\"][size=\"4\"]Companion Muse[/size] is a truly unique smartscreen controller. As an all-in-one controller, it boasts a fast WiFi 802.11 b/g internal RF and an optimal combination of screensize, portability and battery life. Coming from the inventors of webpads, this is the finest design yet. A robust Li-ion battery and optional snap-on extra battery provides long usage. The easy snap-in recharging cradle insures it will always be ready.[/size]
[size=\"2\"][size=\"4\"]The unique[/size] magnesium alloy housing and optional rubber grips help to insure Muse is rugged and ready when you need it.
[/size][size=\"4\"]Features:[/size]

• [size=\"4\"][size=\"2\"]8.4\" TFT active matrix LCD with intergrated touch[/size][/size]
• [size=\"4\"][size=\"2\"]Long life Li-ion smart battery[/size][/size]
• [size=\"4\"][size=\"2\"]Integrated 802.11 b/g WiFi RF[/size][/size]
• [size=\"4\"][size=\"2\"]4 configurable buttons[/size][/size]
• [size=\"4\"][size=\"2\"]4-way configurable rocker[/size][/size]
• [size=\"4\"][size=\"2\"]Desktop recharging cradle and power supply[/size][/size]
• [size=\"4\"][size=\"2\"]AutoMate, AudioMate, PhotoMate applications included + [/size][/size][size=\"4\"][size=\"2\"]AniMate custom - ready.[/size][/size]

[size=\"4\"][size=\"2\"]

Download the Muse Application Note from http://www.cytech-technology.com/temp/manuals/Companion%20Muse%20Application%20Note.pdf

[/size][/size]

  muse1 small.jpg (Size: 43.75 KB / Downloads: 68) ]]> [size=\"2\"][size=\"4\"]Companion Muse[/size] is a truly unique smartscreen controller. As an all-in-one controller, it boasts a fast WiFi 802.11 b/g internal RF and an optimal combination of screensize, portability and battery life. Coming from the inventors of webpads, this is the finest design yet. A robust Li-ion battery and optional snap-on extra battery provides long usage. The easy snap-in recharging cradle insures it will always be ready.[/size]
[size=\"2\"][size=\"4\"]The unique[/size] magnesium alloy housing and optional rubber grips help to insure Muse is rugged and ready when you need it.
[/size][size=\"4\"]Features:[/size]

• [size=\"4\"][size=\"2\"]8.4\" TFT active matrix LCD with intergrated touch[/size][/size]
• [size=\"4\"][size=\"2\"]Long life Li-ion smart battery[/size][/size]
• [size=\"4\"][size=\"2\"]Integrated 802.11 b/g WiFi RF[/size][/size]
• [size=\"4\"][size=\"2\"]4 configurable buttons[/size][/size]
• [size=\"4\"][size=\"2\"]4-way configurable rocker[/size][/size]
• [size=\"4\"][size=\"2\"]Desktop recharging cradle and power supply[/size][/size]
• [size=\"4\"][size=\"2\"]AutoMate, AudioMate, PhotoMate applications included + [/size][/size][size=\"4\"][size=\"2\"]AniMate custom - ready.[/size][/size]

[size=\"4\"][size=\"2\"]

Download the Muse Application Note from http://www.cytech-technology.com/temp/manuals/Companion%20Muse%20Application%20Note.pdf

[/size][/size]

  muse1 small.jpg (Size: 43.75 KB / Downloads: 68) ]]> https://www.comfortforums.com/thread-485.html Tue, 27 Feb 2007 04:05:20 -0500 ]]> https://www.comfortforums.com/thread-485.html Two problems:
 My Configuration:
 The master - Sidekick versions 2_30. The Comfort is connected to Sidekick via rs232.
 The slave - Companion 8 versions 2_30.

1 By a call from a door station, on the slave panel Companion 8 there is no window of dialogue (answer) with door
station. A Window of dialogue (answer) with door station only on the master panel Sidekick.
Control (lights, arm system, alarms, etc) works very very good on the master and the slave panels.
2  Web cam - model Axis 207 Lan works very much very slowly and poorly on the master and the slave panels.
I have executed all recommendations of adjustments of the chamber correctly (http: // 10.0.0.90/axis-cgi/mjpg/video.cgi? resolution=352x288).
On PC this Web cam shows alive video perfectly and quickly
What I should make?
I need in your advice(councils) and the help
]]> Two problems:
 My Configuration:
 The master - Sidekick versions 2_30. The Comfort is connected to Sidekick via rs232.
 The slave - Companion 8 versions 2_30.

1 By a call from a door station, on the slave panel Companion 8 there is no window of dialogue (answer) with door
station. A Window of dialogue (answer) with door station only on the master panel Sidekick.
Control (lights, arm system, alarms, etc) works very very good on the master and the slave panels.
2  Web cam - model Axis 207 Lan works very much very slowly and poorly on the master and the slave panels.
I have executed all recommendations of adjustments of the chamber correctly (http: // 10.0.0.90/axis-cgi/mjpg/video.cgi? resolution=352x288).
On PC this Web cam shows alive video perfectly and quickly
What I should make?
I need in your advice(councils) and the help
]]> https://www.comfortforums.com/thread-373.html Sat, 09 Dec 2006 15:47:20 -0500 ]]> https://www.comfortforums.com/thread-373.html
I have a Sidekick which I am currently experimenting with.  In the default interface, the options to set the security to away and vacation mode are available.  However, both of those modes require exit which results in an arm fail if you try to trigger these remotely.

Any way to get these modes to trigger without arm fail?  Just wondering why these are in the sidekick interface if they realistically can\'t be triggered remotely? 

Currently my solution would be to use a response instead and trigger that from sidekick to arm to away or vacation without exit required.

 
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I have a Sidekick which I am currently experimenting with.  In the default interface, the options to set the security to away and vacation mode are available.  However, both of those modes require exit which results in an arm fail if you try to trigger these remotely.

Any way to get these modes to trigger without arm fail?  Just wondering why these are in the sidekick interface if they realistically can\'t be triggered remotely? 

Currently my solution would be to use a response instead and trigger that from sidekick to arm to away or vacation without exit required.

 
]]> https://www.comfortforums.com/thread-340.html Sun, 26 Nov 2006 14:18:53 -0500 ]]> https://www.comfortforums.com/thread-340.html
I have a sidekick which I have configured and am about to connect to comfort II.  I have downloaded the latest application note and see tht only the UCM/Audio or Ethernet are mentioned, not the UCM/IR.

I had planned to use the UCM/IR  and just swap the cable over when updating through comfigurator from PC vs connecting to side kick, i.e both using the same port.  Save buying an extra UCM.

Is there any reason - apart from the accepted inconvenience of swapping cables, why this might not work?
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I have a sidekick which I have configured and am about to connect to comfort II.  I have downloaded the latest application note and see tht only the UCM/Audio or Ethernet are mentioned, not the UCM/IR.

I had planned to use the UCM/IR  and just swap the cable over when updating through comfigurator from PC vs connecting to side kick, i.e both using the same port.  Save buying an extra UCM.

Is there any reason - apart from the accepted inconvenience of swapping cables, why this might not work?
]]> https://www.comfortforums.com/thread-174.html Sun, 27 Aug 2006 04:11:05 -0400 ]]> https://www.comfortforums.com/thread-174.html http://www.cytech-technology.com/manuals.html
]]> http://www.cytech-technology.com/manuals.html
]]> https://www.comfortforums.com/thread-45.html Tue, 16 May 2006 09:06:09 -0400 ]]> https://www.comfortforums.com/thread-45.html [color=\"#ff0000\"]Note from Admin
Convergent Living has ceased operations (2009), a victim of the economic crisis
Those who are looking for  a third party software interface to Comfort should look at the Comfort Client, see http://www.comfortforums.com/forum65/
or WizComfort from Cytech http://www.comfortforums.com/forum21/
[/color]

[size=\"2\"]The Companion[/size] [size=\"2\"]is a touchscreen, smart appliance,  application server, and an intuitive systems interface designed to manage all aspects of modern homes and commercial installations.  [/size][size=\"2\"]Companion is also an innovative platform for designing semi or full custom control using Macromedia Flashâ„¢ to manage any environment as the world\'s most flexible, all digital IP-based solution.[/size]

[size=\"2\"]Solid state, fanless, all-inclusive Companion appliances are pre-loaded with lifestyle / control applications, \"best of breed\" subsystem drivers, a clever semi-customizable interface, and even a robust custom design/control architecture.  Each controller can stand alone as a master controller with no central \"brain\" or as one of many networked controllers throughout the home. [/size]

[size=\"2\"]The onboard webserver requires no special software or programming.  Companion smartscreens are IP-networked appliances enabling world cams, a Firefox browser for one-touch Internet favorites and other network services.[/size]

[size=\"2\"]Now, Companion products (C8, Muse, Sidekick) can be interfaced with Comfort via the UCM/IR (serial) or UCM/Ethernet. The Comfort plug-in allows you to use the touchscreen to control all devices and appliances connected to Comfort (X10, CBUS, EIB, Smartfit) and well as arm and disarm the security system. See the attached picture.[/size]

[size=\"2\"]Companion is manufactured by Convergent Living Inc (http://www.convergentliving.com)[/size]

April 2009
PLEASE NOTE THAT CONVERGENT LIVING HAS GONE OUT OF BUSINESS, SEE POST BELOW.

[size=\"2\"][/size] 


  c8 small.jpg (Size: 36.01 KB / Downloads: 169) ]]> [color=\"#ff0000\"]Note from Admin
Convergent Living has ceased operations (2009), a victim of the economic crisis
Those who are looking for  a third party software interface to Comfort should look at the Comfort Client, see http://www.comfortforums.com/forum65/
or WizComfort from Cytech http://www.comfortforums.com/forum21/
[/color]

[size=\"2\"]The Companion[/size] [size=\"2\"]is a touchscreen, smart appliance,  application server, and an intuitive systems interface designed to manage all aspects of modern homes and commercial installations.  [/size][size=\"2\"]Companion is also an innovative platform for designing semi or full custom control using Macromedia Flashâ„¢ to manage any environment as the world\'s most flexible, all digital IP-based solution.[/size]

[size=\"2\"]Solid state, fanless, all-inclusive Companion appliances are pre-loaded with lifestyle / control applications, \"best of breed\" subsystem drivers, a clever semi-customizable interface, and even a robust custom design/control architecture.  Each controller can stand alone as a master controller with no central \"brain\" or as one of many networked controllers throughout the home. [/size]

[size=\"2\"]The onboard webserver requires no special software or programming.  Companion smartscreens are IP-networked appliances enabling world cams, a Firefox browser for one-touch Internet favorites and other network services.[/size]

[size=\"2\"]Now, Companion products (C8, Muse, Sidekick) can be interfaced with Comfort via the UCM/IR (serial) or UCM/Ethernet. The Comfort plug-in allows you to use the touchscreen to control all devices and appliances connected to Comfort (X10, CBUS, EIB, Smartfit) and well as arm and disarm the security system. See the attached picture.[/size]

[size=\"2\"]Companion is manufactured by Convergent Living Inc (http://www.convergentliving.com)[/size]

April 2009
PLEASE NOTE THAT CONVERGENT LIVING HAS GONE OUT OF BUSINESS, SEE POST BELOW.

[size=\"2\"][/size] 


  c8 small.jpg (Size: 36.01 KB / Downloads: 169) ]]>