HouseMate Home Control 4.7

Brian Dillon ❘ Freeware ❘
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The HouseMate system offers a comprehensive solution for integrated home and work environment control, leveraging a combination of hardware and a dedicated iOS application. It enables users to manage multiple devices and functions from a single interface, allowing, for instance, the adjustment of lighting, window curtains, television channels, heating settings, and communication functions such as answering calls or sending messages. Additionally, it provides access to browsing the Internet, playing music, or streaming videos on platforms like YouTube.

HOW IT OPERATES
HouseMate is a unified hardware and app platform designed to facilitate complete control over an iOS device, which in turn can operate various other equipment using technologies such as InfraRed, HomeKit, and IFTTT. This system allows users to execute complex commands and automate routines through an intuitive interface.

HARDWARE OVERVIEW
The hardware component employs a built-in switch or can be connected to external switches or joysticks for operation. It features compatibility with R-Net and DX wheelchair control systems, expanding accessibility options. Power is supplied by a rechargeable Li-Ion battery. The device is equipped with a high-power omni-directional InfraRed transmitter alongside a Bluetooth radio module for seamless communication.

Functionally, the hardware transmits switch inputs to an iOS device, which, when configured with Switch Control, supports scanning-based control schemes. Through the HouseMate app's interface—presenting a grid of environmental controls—users can select commands that trigger HomeKit scenes or device actions. The hardware can also transmit pre-recorded InfraRed signals to control compatible devices.

An additional safety feature involves integrating a RF Nurse call pager, which can be activated independently via a prolonged switch press—functionality that remains unaffected if Bluetooth or the iOS device connection is lost. Furthermore, optional integration with EasyWave or Z-Wave wireless protocols is possible through internal transmitters.

HOUSEMATE APPLICATION
The HouseMate app is purpose-built for switch accessibility and can be freely downloaded from iTunes. Compatibility extends to any iOS device running version 8.4 or newer. The user interface features a grid of icons paired with descriptive text for each environment control function. Selecting an icon prompts either execution of a HomeKit scene/accessory or transmission of an InfraRed code via the hardware. Communication between the app and device occurs through Bluetooth Smart technology.

This consolidated app interface simplifies environmental management by eliminating the need for multiple applications—placing all controls within an accessible, visually-organized platform.

KEY FEATURES
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<li>Hardware Capabilities:
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<li>Operates any device controllable by InfraRed signals—lights, sockets, bed controls, door openers.</li>
<li>Includes robust InfraRed learning and transmission features capable of recording single codes, toggle sequences, macros, and safety codes.</li>
<li>Contains pre-loaded database supporting IR signals from brands such as GEWA, Possum, Siemens KNX, FellerBeamIt, UPC, and SKY.</li>
<li>Optional internal transmitters for EasyWave and Z-Wave device control.</li>
<li>Supports single switch, dual switch configurations, and joystick inputs.</li>
<li>Provides interface options for R-Net and DX wheelchair systems.</li>
<li>Powered by a durable rechargeable Li-Ion battery with convenient mini USB charging; features indicators for low battery, Bluetooth status, IR transmission status, and charging.</li>
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<li>Software Capabilities:
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<li>Offers detailed graphical environmental control interfaces.</li>
<li>Includes an extensive icon library with options to select images from the camera roll for personalized controls.</li>
<li>Optimized for use with iOS Switch Control's scanning functionality.</li>
<li>Enables execution of HomeKit scenes and management of HomeKit-compatible devices.</li>
<li>Supports interaction with third-party apps via iOS Switch Control and integrates with IFTTT services for automation workflows.</li>
<li>Available as a free download from iTunes with automatic updates ensuring access to new features and improvements.</li>
<li>Compatible with iPads and iPhones running iOS 8.4 or later.</li>
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