EZ1 Quick-Start Guide

12-19-2011 - V1
Introduction
The setup process for the Cortexa is fast and easy. If for any reason during any part of the installation you need assistance, please contact our Support Team at (888)-CORTEXA or support@cortexa.com.

Hints and Tips

Two Passwords: There are two passwords needed to access a system (this is done as a security measure). The myCortexa Login/Password is designed to access the myCortexa website which can redirect the user to a system linked to the myCortexa account. The Cortexa Access Login/Password is used to directly access the controller, including setting up and controlling devices and events. The default login/password for the Cortexa controller is admin/ cortexa. This password must be changed at the end of the setup process. Additional access logins can be created under SYSTEM TOOLS > USERS.. Additional info can be found by clicking the located in the lower right hand corner of the panel.

Getting Started
1. Connect a network cable (provided) from the Cortexa to an open port on your home router or to an open port on a switch connected to your router 2. Connect the plugged in power cord to the Cortexa. The Cortexa should automatically power up (Blue LED lights up on the box) 3. From your computers web browser (preferably Firefox, Chrome or Safari) goto www.myCortexa.com (it is important that the computer is on the same network as the Cortexa) 4. If this is your rst time accessing the system please click the Registerbutton and follow the instructions below. If you already have an account,enter your username and password to log in. (see instructional video on cortexa.com) a. Enter an email address, username and password, and ll in the Captcha below. b. A conrmation email will be sent to the email address. Open the email and follow the instructions to complete the account set-up. 5. After logging into myCortexa, an unregistered Cortexa will appear in your account. It may take from 3-5 minutes for the newly plugged in Cortexa to report to the myCortexa Server. In that time, the Cortexa controller will not be accessible. 6. If the Cortexa does not appear, make sure the following are true: a. The Computer you are using is on the same Local Area Network as the Cortexa b. The Cortexa is power on c. The Cortexa is connected to the network switch and the LEDs on the network port are ashing. 7. Click the Register Now button. Select a Backup Frequency and then click the Save button 8. At the list of Cortexas on the account, click Connect button on the New Cortexa. This will allow for direct access to the Cortexa controller.

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EZ1 Quick-Start Guide

12-19-2011 - V1
9. The Cortexa will prompt the user for a login and password. This is the Access Password*, the default Username and Password (on a new unit) is Username: admin Password: cortexa 10. After accessing the system, you will be taken through the setup wizard to complete the initial set up.

Setup Wizard
Completing the Setup Wizard will help nalize the conguration of the Cortexa. The following steps will be run through as part of the Wizard: a. EULA - End User Licensing Agreement b. Registration Wizard Notes c. myCortexa Registration - makes sure that Cortexa is synched with the correct MyCortexa Account. Enter the Username and Password d. General Info - Enter Registration information including rst and last name and address. The Zip Code and Timezone are used to set weather information and to set the system time. e. Email Server Setup - Setup the outgoing server (SMTP), so that the Cortexa can email and text message the users as needed. Clicking the Send Test Mail button will allow the user to put in an address where to send the email. f. Remote Access - this page will help make the Cortexa accessible from outside the home network. If the Automatic forwarding Method says detected: Select Automatic from the Port forwarding drop down list, then click on Check Port If Automatic forwarding method says not detected, then either modications to the router will need to be made or port forwarding through the router will need to be created to allow for remote access. If the router allows for enabling UPNP or NATPMP in the advanced settings (these most likely ship enabled on the router) and they become enabled, then: Select Automatic from the Port forwarding drop down list, then click on Check Port button If the router does not support automatically opening a port, then port forwarding will need to be setup. Most ISP modem/router combination boxes do not allow for automatically opening a port. Refer to the routers instruction to set up a forwarding rule or refer to instructions on support.cortexa.com. Select Manual from the Port forwarding drop down list, then click on the Check Port button g. Change Admin Password - The Cortexa requires that the admin password be changed. h. Congratulations and Software Upgrade - Setup is complete and the Cortexa will automatically check for software upgrades.

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