The Snap One Clare One update includes faster setup and in-home voice notifications and new third-party integrations for shades, garage doors and lighting systems.
Snap One has launched a new software update for ClareOne, FusionPro, and the ClareHome App that adds faster setup and in-home voice notifications. With the new software, Snap One Partners will hope to save time and minimise data entry errors in account creation for FusionPro using a QR code at the end of ClareOne setup that automatically adds system data to the account. They can save more time through the ClareOne panel’s new ability to add security sensors in bulk, both during and after initial system setup.
Additionally, the process for designating zones for each unique security sensor is now more intelligent, so when a Partner wants to switch a front window sensor from the ‘Entry/Exit Standard’ zone profile to the ‘Perimeter’ zone profile, it appears at the top of the list instead of the bottom. This is achieved by prioritising applicable zone designation at the top of the list, followed by a full alphabetical list.
To reduce unnecessary service calls and provide issue resolution, ClareOne now provides a proactive, guided process to help users fix network connection issues. If the system becomes disconnected from the internet, the panel will produce an audible alert and display a banner notification with a ‘Fix It’ button that guides users to the network settings page and helps them take the necessary steps to reconnect immediately without calling their integrator.
This software upgrade adds integration support for the ratGDO MyQ garage door device and EcoLink Z-wave Garage Door Opener with MyQ. Plus, this release adds support for Clara Shades, TaHoma Shades by Somfy, and Virtual Shade keypads that support 1-way shade control. It also adds support for UltraPro and Jasco/GE Z-wave switches and dimmers, including configuration for LED behavior, colour and intensity on devices that offer those options.
Announcement automations are now possible through a text-to-speech utility for Sonos speakers, allowing spoken alerts for events such as the front door being opened or a ClareOne panel being armed or disarmed. These announcements can be automated, scheduled or activated manually, and can be set to broadcast from specific speakers or from all speakers, allowing for in-home communication and notification of actions.
A new interface groups Actions into categories of Automations, Notifications, Scenes and Schedules with simple selection procedures. Users will have the ability to see and change all Actions associated with a specific device, eliminating the need to search through the system’s full Action list for all devices.