HomeTroller PRO Quick Start Guide

Overview

This guide will briefly cover the following essential steps:

• Setup & Registration
• Navigation Overview
• Installing Plugins
• Creating Devices
• Creating Events
• MyHS (Remote Access Service)
• HomeSeer Mobile App

Setup & Registration

A compact, black smart home hub with a silver front panel, featuring multiple indicator lights and an external antenna.

1. Unpack the HomeTroller PRO and AC power supply. Connect an Ethernet cable to the unit and attach it to your router or network switch.
2. Connect the AC power supply to the unit and plug it in. The unit will power on by itself and HS4PRO will launch automatically.
3. Access the web interface to register your controller and set it up. Two methods are available:
   • Connect a keyboard, monitor, and mouse to the unit.
   • Navigate to http://find.homeseer.com from another computer on your network.
4. Enter your HS4 License ID & Password. Create your HS4 web user account. Follow the prompts and click FINISH at the end.

Note: If you are upgrading from HS3, you will also be prompted for your HS3 software codes.

Navigation Overview

HS4 is a mobile-friendly web application designed for use on any browser-equipped device. Essential functions are accessed from the main navigation bar at the top of the screen.

Navigation bar includes sections for:

• Devices: Click here to add, remove, and edit your smart home devices. Learn More
• Events: Click here to manage your smart home events (automations). Learn More
• Cameras: Click here to view live camera feeds and watch recordings. Learn More
• Setup: Click here to manage various system settings. Learn More
• Tools: Click here to access or manage timers, counters, backup, logs, and more. Learn More
• Plugins: Click here to manage HS4 integration plugins. Learn More

Installing Plugins

Plugins are software programs that allow HS4 to integrate with smart devices and technologies. For example, to use Philips HUE smart bulbs, you need to install the Philips HUE plugin. Learn More About Plugins

1. Open the HS4 web interface and navigate to the Plugins/Add page. All plugins will be listed. Click the desired plugin and then click the INSTALL button.
2. After installation, click the button in the lower-right corner to enable the plugin. Consult the plugin documentation for setup details.

Creating Devices

Devices are the fundamental building blocks for any HS4 system. When you add a smart product, a corresponding device is added to the software. Device attributes are displayed as Features. Some features are controllable, while others simply display values or status. Controlling a device (e.g., turning it on or off) directly affects the physical smart product.

Visual representation of smart home devices in the HS4 interface. The 'Grid View' shows devices like 'Multi-sensor' with status indicators (e.g., 'Green', 'No Motion', '77.6 F'). The 'List View' displays similar device information with attributes like 'Temperature', 'Luminance', and 'No Motion', along with timestamps and control options like 'OFF', 'RED', 'GREEN', 'BLUE'.

Since devices are added using controls and procedures engineered into each plugin, refer to the plugin documentation for more information. Learn More About Devices

Creating Events

Events are rules that automate smart devices in your home. Each event consists of at least one Trigger and one Action. Conditions can also be applied to any trigger. The example shows a living room lamp turning on at sunset on Tuesdays.

For more details, Learn More About Events

Using MyHS for Remote Access & Integrations

The MyHS service provides remote access to your HS4 system and integrates with cloud services like Amazon Alexa, Google Home, and IFTTT. MyHS Basic is free for all users. Premium plans are available for users needing additional features. Learn More About MyHS Premium

Registering a New Account

1. Visit myhs.homeseer.com and click Register. Use the SAME email address & password as your HS4 web user account. Enter your HS4 license ID and password; this will become your primary license.
2. You will receive a verification email with a link. Clicking this link allows you to log in and connect via the MyHS web page. If the email is not received, check your SPAM folder.

Updating an Existing Account

If you have a MyHS account (for HS3), you can update it for HS4 using the steps below:

1. Visit myhs.homeseer.com, enter your credentials, and select Manage Account.
2. Click Change Primary System. You will be prompted for your old license ID and password combo, as well as the new one. If you do not recall your license ID and password, they can be recovered in the Software Licensing Issues section.

HomeSeer Mobile App

Download and install the HomeSeer Mobile app on your Android or iOS mobile device. With HomeSeer Mobile, you can control your smart devices, launch your HS4 events, and access your cameras. You can also create custom dashboards for easy access to your most commonly used devices.

Connecting to HS4

1. Launch HomeSeer Mobile and select the option to Log in to MyHS.
2. Enter your MyHS account credentials and tap Remember Me if you do not wish to log in each time you run the app.
3. Tap Log In, and you will be connected to your system.

Learn More About HomeSeer Mobile

The app is available on the Google Play Store, Apple App Store, and Amazon Appstore.

This product employs or practices certain features and/or methods of the following U.S. Patents: U.S. Patent Nos. 6,891,838, 6,914,893 and 7,103,511.