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  1. Using the DMS-AV On-Screen System Tool

    Created On: 04/20/2016 in Total Control: Accelerator 1 & 2 DMS-AV
    The DMS-AV is a 7.2 surround sound processor and may require configuration to achieve best audio/video results.  The following steps review the  DMS-AV System tools  used to configure the device properly. Turn On the TV and set it to the...

  2. How To Convert An MX-980 File Into An MX-990 File

    Created On: 04/20/2016 in Complete Control MX-990
    How To Convert an MX-980 File Into an MX-990 File The newer MX-990 remote will allow the use of existing MX-980 project files with only slight updating required. This will allow the use of the newer remote for upgrades or replacement situations...

  3. How To Convert/Relocate a Master System Controller

    Created On: 04/20/2016 in Total Control: Accelerator 1 & 2 Software Programming
    This article provides the steps to convert a Master System Controller  ( MSC ) to another type of M aster S ystem C ontroller, or to relocate the MSC to another room/zone in the project.  An example of using this feature would be for a custome...

  4. Differences Between Honeywell Vista 20P and Vista 1258BPT

    Created On: 03/04/2016 in Total Control: Accelerator 1 & 2 Two-Way Modules
    Here is a quick overview of the main differences between the Honeywell Vista 20P and the Vista 128BPT . Note: This article refers to the 4232CBM board that is used with an older version of the URC Honeywell Security integration module.  Pleas...

  5. Enabling bridge mode on AT&T U-verse

    Created On: 03/03/2016 in Total Control: Accelerator 1 & 2 Network Settings
    These are the instructions on how to configure a U-verse gateway to send all of its incoming traffic to your own router without impacting its normal networking services. i.e:  Using it as a modem only. The gateway : The gateway c...

  6. Trouble Shooting URC Two-Way Modules

    Created On: 02/11/2016 in Total Control: Accelerator 1 & 2 Two-Way Modules
    Many URC Two-Way modules have different requirements when installing but there are some basic troubleshooting steps that apply to all two-way modules .   These steps should be taken before calling technical support and/or escalating the issue. ...

  7. RS-232, Sensor, MX-850 Cable and IR Pinout Information

    Created On: 01/04/2016 in Total Control: Accelerator 1 & 2 Total Control Basic Information
    Notes About RS-232 Cables: Many custom installers who use the URC RS-232 Controllers, run into the age old question of “Which pin number is Transmit (TX) and Receiver (RX)?” When using RS232 it is important to know certain facts befo...

  8. Sonos (Line-In/Aux)

    Created On: 11/16/2015 in Total Control: Accelerator 1 & 2 Two-Way Modules
    The Sonos Connect, Connect Amp, Play 5 and Sonos Soundbar all have a Line-In feature allowing users to connect an auxiliary device such as an iPod to the Sonos ZonePlayer.  This feature is currently accessible in total control and can be utilized in...

  9. Factory Defaulting Total Control

    Created On: 11/05/2015 in Total Control: Accelerator 1 & 2 Total Control Basic Information
    Use the following methods to Factory Reset Total Control Products.  This procedure deletes any and all information on the device and sets it to DHCP on the network.   ​ DMS-100 : Press and hold reset button for more than 3...

  10. Master Resetting The THZ-100

    Created On: 11/04/2015 in Total Control: Accelerator 1 & 2 THZ-100
    If the THZ-100 locks up or requires a factory default, perform the steps below.  NOTE:  This deletes any and all data, settings, schedule, etc.  Follow the directions below to  reset the THZ-100 . Master resetting the THZ-100 requires a ...