Life|ware^® 2.0.7 is now available! Our newest release includes energy monitoring and spa control, plus other new devices and Windows^® 7 compatibility. Download the Life|ware 2.0.7 Quick Start Guide for more details.

Wave of the Future—Energy Monitoring

The Energy Detective^™ (T.E.D.) is now certified in Life|ware. An intuitive and affordable, real-time electricity monitor, T.E.D. monitors your customer’s energy use and presents the information in an easy-to-understand user interface within Life|ware. Extend the system and provide your clients even greater home efficiency by adding lighting, HVAC, and other eco-friendly devices.

Ultimate Luxury—Spa Control

Jandy^® Control Systems bring convenient push-button operation of pool and spa equipment indoors. With 2.0.7, the Jandy Spa Control can be operated through any Life|ware client, including a remote device like the iPhone^® or via a wall mount touch panel, offering a convenient, luxurious spa experience for homeowners.

New Devices in Life|ware 2.0.7

In addition to Life|ware’s current support of over 300 compatible products, 2.0.7 includes the following new devices:

• B&K CT600.3 AV Distribution System
• B&K HD6 Video Switcher
• Jandy Spa Control
• JVC^® Reference Series Projectors
• Leviton VRC0P Vizia RF Controller
• Lutron RadioRA^® SR
• The Energy Detective (T.E.D.)

For more information on upgrading to Life|ware 2.0.7, get the Life|ware 2.0.7 Quick Start Guide or contact Life|support at 877-901-8886. Dealer hours are Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM to 7:00 PM ET.

To keep our dealers in the know about some of Life|ware’s most compelling features, we’ve created a series of e-mail communications called “Did you know?” This is the companion procedure to “Using Collections.”

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