Now granted this was the thermostat going bad and not the controller but nevertheless the update created the problem.

I had a client who recently updated to 2.8 and all of a sudden the thermostats wouldn't shut the heat off when it ran past heat point. I can't really explain it other than possible firmware defect. I figured they would continue to be gained with each upgrade based on my experience with other like-devices (Nest, motherboard BIOS, gaming consoles, Logitech Harmony, etc.). Also, out of curiosity why would upgrading the OS version cause my controller to lose its ability to turn my projector on/off? Are certain learning capabilities gained/lost with each upgrade? Thanks for the advice mao.Īs long as I can get Pandora to play via the 250 I would be willing to rollback to 2. It's somewhat unlikely that Control4 has a serial driver for BenQ but it's worth perusing the driver database. If so, our two other options are to see if there's a 12v trigger input so that the receiver can send on command that way or wire in a serial connection at either end. I assume that he ran CAT5 to the projector for IR control. Likewise make sure the receiver has similar options. I have seen projector HDMI-CEC have options for bi-directional HDMI control though so make sure (if it's even an option) that you have the BenQ set to come on with the receiver's power and not the other way around. A lot of these suggestions are pretty elementary but that's where I would start before advanced brain thinking begins. Get inside the BenQ's menu and make sure something like HDMI Control is not turned on. This will help ensure the above step is covered. Go into Driver Wizard and try emitting the power codes manually via Composer to verify they are working.Īlso try other buttons like Menu, Up, Down, etc. Make sure the IR didn't come unstuck from the IR sensor on the BenQ.

Unfortunately, having replaced the driver might have undone any Macros that he created. It's easy to do, especially if you're an over-worked, tired technician. I realize it wouldn't have moved itself but if he replaced the driver he may have bound the wrong IR out in Composer. Serial Spy (serial shim driver).īear in mind, I have no idea what was done before, during or after the upgrade, but if any physical connections have been touched I would try (or have him try, if he hasn't already) the following: - Make sure the IR emitter is connected to the correct IR out on the HC-250. The driver can also set LEDs on Control4 keypads. Untested Hacks RyanE's Control4 tricks and hacks.

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