Event Logging

Overview

The Control4 Home Automation system has built in logs in the form of debug logs. Unfortunately these logs are used by multiple devices and drivers and have alot on information in it that can be confusing. Sometimes you just want to log if a light turns on or when the security system has been armed.

Chowmain has developed a simple to use event logging driver that stores programmed actions in a file stored on the controller. This file can be accessed via an inbuilt web page or via the file share.

Features

• Program an action to log an event and/or variable change.
• Each log has the time and date.
• File is accessible via a file share or via a web page.
• Logs upto 2MB in size
• Change the filename to enable multiple instances of the driver.
• View on any Control4 touchscreen, onscreen or IOS/Android application on smart phone or tablet.
• Accessible remotely using 4sight.

FAQ

Can you give us some examples of how we could use this driver? 

This driver is useful in the following situations and much more.

• Logging activity in the home. Eg when motion is sensed, lights turn on/off, doors open/close, security system armed/disarmed.
• Troubleshooting problematic systems – Eg for systems that turn on automatically for no reason
• Monitoring system reboots – Eg programming OnProjectLoaded to see when the system has restarted.
• Combine with FREE Chowmain Ping driver to monitor internet and device outages.
• Combine with Chowmain's Notification Suite to email log files periodically.  Program to email then delete the log so that you will start fresh every day, week, month.
• Since we provides free trial licences for every customer you can essentially use this driver to troubleshoot problematic systems during the trial period. We encourage this usage and deem it extremely useful. If you still want to keep logging afterwards buy a licence.

Why do you only support OS 2.6 and above?
OS 2.6 offers a superior security encryption algorithm and a new and improved driver format. We have decided to only utilise this new format to ensure that the integrity of this driver is not compromised and that we can provide the best dealer/user experience available.

Do you offer showroom discounts?
We offer dealers a free showroom licence for demonstration and educational purposes.  See link below for T&C's and signup procedure.

Chowmain Dealer Showroom FAQ

I want to try this driver out before buying it?
All Chowmain drivers for Control4 come with a 90 day trial.  Just add the driverCentral licencing driver and this driver and you're good to go.  No registration required.

Do you offer other drivers?

We have hundreds of drivers.  Many of which are manufacturer sponsored and free.  Please visit our website to view all available drivers including FREE drivers.

http://www.chowmainsoft.com