Before downloading the zipped file I would suggest that you read the latest revision revision notes below to make sure the updates do not effect any files or data that you may have already created. Revisions and updates will slow as the development matures, however the earlier versions will be subject to frequent upgrades.
Note; Current versions of the software demand that you have already installed .NET Framework 3.5, if you have not done so, please install before running this version.
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Whilst the file has been checked for viruses, I recommend that you run a virus scan to be safe.
Portcullis Revisions
| Minor Revision - 1.0.2.5 - Known conflicts with previous versions 1.0.1.5 and earlier. | |
| 4. | Minor graphical changes to some text boxes to ensure they display fully on differing resolutions |
| 3. | Minor improvements to update check sequence, more informative prompts. |
| 2. | Changed icon sizes on log page |
| 1. | Changed sizes of icons on help panel. |
| Minor Revision - 1.0.2.4 - Known conflicts with previous versions 1.0.1.5 and earlier. | |
| 1. | Fixed major start-up bug that stalled boot procedure if sensors were transmitting, (previously thought to be a video issue). |
| Minor Revision - 1.0.2.3 - Known conflicts with previous versions 1.0.1.5 and earlier. | |
| 3. | This release includes the first cut at video streaming. (subsequently removed to resolve conflicts) |
| 2. | Revision to device status displayed on Overview screen to try and catch some erroneous reports. |
| 1. | Minor fix to routine which allowed motion sensors to turn lights off after being tripped, even though they were set to Auto On. |
| Minor Revision - 1.0.2.2 - Known conflicts with previous versions 1.0.1.5 and earlier. | |
| 5. | Devices Setup screen modified to ensure that when the ID of a selected item is changed, focus stays with that item. |
| 4. | Typo and name errors correct on prompt / status bar. |
| 3. | Corrected bug with video screen disappearing and not returning, or staying up when minimised. |
| 2. | Significant changes made to update sequence, program now advises of available updates and prompts user to download and install, therefore no auto download. |
| 1. | Major overall of log file reporting in preparation for the release of new and improved code for reading event history files. |
| Minor Revision - 1.0.2.1 - Known conflicts with previous versions 1.0.1.5 and earlier. | |
| 6. | Changes to the start-up procedure of the Device Overview screen to make it more stable at start-up. |
| 5. | Minor graphical changes and improvements. |
| 4. | X10 communication interface tweaked for more trouble free use. |
| 3. | Screen layers issues fixed. |
| 2. | New backup and restore buttons added to tools pane. Program creates auto backup at midnight every night by default. |
| 1. | Layout plan screen now shows the current layout path if selected, or "not Entered" if using default. |
| Minor Revision - 1.0.2.0 - Known conflicts with previous versions 1.0.1.5 and earlier. | |
| 4. | Some minor errors fixed on data file access. |
| 3. | Fixed "delete device" bug, now no longer renames all remaining devices to the same name. |
| 2. | Tool menu enlarged to include camera set up and backup restore. |
| 1. | Sensor screens now renamed "Devices" for clarity. |
| Minor Revision - 1.0.1.8 - Known conflicts with previous versions 1.0.1.5 and earlier. | |
| 6. | Minor changes to available buttons during Alarm lock down. |
| 5. | Program now shows a locked icon in place of the "Tick Shield" if the system is armed, it will also show a "Info Shield" if the system requires your attention. |
| 4. | Graphics on Sensors form have been adjusted to prevent overlap, further mods coming soon. |
| 3. | Vocalise will only play a sound on the first activation of a sensor from the "off" setting, once set back to "off" as in the case of a motion sensor, the unit will vocalise again. This prevent constant noise. |
| 2. | Added drag n drop function to "Overview" form, icons can now be dragged using the right mouse button, or click the left to get sensor information. Positions can be refined further with the direction arrows as before. |
| 1. | Added "check for Updates Now" button to the tools menu |
| Minor Revision - 1.0.1.7 - Known conflicts with previous versions 1.0.1.5 and earlier. | |
| 2. | Error reporting simplified, and down graded, only reports serious or critical errors that effect the program ability to perform. |
| 1. | Configured to now use file structure specific to Vista or XP to comply with Microsoft's requirements. |
| Minor Revision - 1.0.1.6 - Known conflicts with previous versions - There may be a loss of saved data ! | |
| 2. | Changed file structure to reflect restriction placed on third party programs, (such as this) by Microsoft.....ya gotta love Bill Gates ! |
| 1. | Fixed issue with log file name compile script. |
| Minor Revision - 1.0.1.5 - No known conflicts with previous versions | |
| 2. | Update function fixed to be more stable. |
| 1. | Minimise function modified. |
| Minor Revision - 1.0.1.4 - No known conflicts with previous versions | |
| 2. | Minimise button added to top right of screen. |
| 1. | Sound file attachments fixed with new install routine. |
| Minor Revision - 1.0.1.3 - No known conflicts with previous versions | |
| 2. | Minor error with "Overview" screen icon placing resolved. |
| 1. | Revised Automatic checking and downloading of updates. |
| Minor Revision - 1.0.1.2 - No known conflicts with previous versions | |
| 12. | Automatic checking and downloading of updates is now activated. Check will be made at regular intervals on a daily basis. |
| 11. | Loaded default house plan to "Overview" screen |
| 10. | Background image now stretches to suit display, may look strange on some widescreen displays. |
| 9. | "Settings" form resized to suit screen resolution. |
| 8. | Minor changes to the boot sequence. |
| 7. | Resized numbers on keypad form and minor graphical changes. |
| 6. | Alarm screen resized to suit display resolution. |
| 5. | New "Tools" form added, Note; icons have been swapped between "Tools" and "Settings" |
| 4. | Corrected "Settings" lock out after alarm deactivation. |
| 3. | Added extra web pages to help and support, accessed by side buttons. |
| 2. | Corrected error on sensor removal option where saying "No" shut down the program. |
| 1. | Removal of cancel buttons on room and sensors drop downs as no longer required. |
| Major Revision - 1.0.1.0 - Some known conflicts with previous versions - (Loss of any previously created and stored data) | |
| 21. | Changes to log file reporting structure to make it easier to read. |
| 20. | Some minor graphical improvements and tweaks. |
| 19. | Program can be run directly from web or downloaded and run. |
| 18. | Program routine optimised and cleaned for increased processing speed. |
| 17. | Compiled size reduced and changed from "rar" to a single executable file. |
| 16. | Added Start Menu link to Help Page on web site. |
| 15. | Saves any settings from previous versions when upgrading to future versions. |
| 14. | Retains registration information through upgrade. |
| 13. | Major revision of installation routine to cure some upgrade and installation issues, this corrects 14 to 19 above. |
| 12. | Form resizing has been applied to main forms, others to follow. |
| 11. | Move prompt / info bar to bottom left of screen, some felt it looked better there. |
| 10. | Position settings for default sensors changed so all are visible upon start-up. |
| 9. | Log file extension changed to stop possible deletion by some over zealous PC cleaning software. |
| 8. | Allow the use of the "Surveillance" pane when Alarm is set to "Home" status so user can look at incoming video streams if required. |
| 7. | Some sub-options boxes removed when main options are set to False. |
| 6. | Added "sonar ping" wave option to sensors being activated. |
| 5. | Buttons are set to silent as default, enable using the "Settings" pane. |
| 4. | Fixed button click wav which now plays. |
| 3. | Graphic added to locked icon to show if Alarm is set to Home or Away |
| 2. | Alarm "Home" is now active, Sensors can be set for "Home", "Away" or "Both" using Sensor setup. |
| 1. | Fixed graphical overlay error on main screen. |
| Minor Revision - 1.0.0.4 - No known conflicts with previous versions. | |
| 5. | Routine added to prevent a sensor being set to call it's self in the sensor setup pane. |
| 4. | Addition of "register" button to splash screen to make it easier to register. |
| 3. | Addition of more sensors types. |
| 2. | Lights can be forced On or Off in conflict to their "Auto" programmed state. For example a light is required on when it is normally off or visa versa. |
| 1. | Resolved major conflict issue with USA and European date format when used in log files. |
| Minor Revision1.0.0.3 - No known conflicts with previous versions. | |
| 8. | New easy to use popup lists for the selection of sensor type and location on the sensor settings pane. |
| 7. | Error reporting improved, no pop up screen, just brief notification on prompt bar. |
| 6. | Locations & Sensor data update with each new version with no conflict to previous versions. |
| 5. | Prompt / Help bar added below the title label at the top of the screen to provide user with more file and status information and roll over help. |
| 4. | Added pop up label on Overview form to give information when when a sensor icon is clicked or selected. |
| 3. | New sensors are spaced out on overview form automatically along the top of the screen. |
| 2. | Fixed new sensor location file error. |
| 1. | Over 50 new room type / designations added. |
| Minor Revision1.0.0.2 - No known conflicts with previous versions. | |
| 10. | Corrected error with saving new alarm password. |
| 9. | Overview now updates with latest sensors added under sensors panel. |
| 8. | Roll over help added to most buttons, more to follow. |
| 7. | Fixed "Auto On" detection, now catches all sensors with "Auto On" flag. |
| 6. | Added "Auto On" setting to Sensor settings to allow lights to come on during their nominated times and not just when tripped. For example, the situation where a light or video camera is not activated by a motion sensor or key fob, but is required to come on for a preset period of time. |
| 5. | Lights on duration now taken from unit that called the event, not the unit being called, i.e. a sensor will switch lights on for 5 mins regardless of the lights own duration setting. However the on "from" and "to" data and "Dim" setting is taken from the individual light. |
| 4. | Program now understands and transmits Dim settings for individual lights. |
| 3. | Double e-mail address entry on register to catch any errors with single entry. |
| 2. | Replace temporary system Alarm Password with personal password and encryption. |
| 1. | Issue with reading selection of multiple lights fixed. |
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Version 1.0.0.1 |
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Initial Release. |