Daniel J SaitChowmainsoft Unveils new UniFi driver for Control4 with recorded video playback functionality via Control4 touchscreens and mobile applications.
Chowmainsoft is proud to announce the release of its UniFi driver for Control4, introducing the first-ever third-party solution to deliver recorded video playback directly on Control4 touchscreens and mobile apps. This breakthrough enables users to review UniFi Protect recordings seamlessly within Control4, marking a significant milestone in home automation and surveillance integration, says the software specialist.
The UniFi driver provides deep integration between Control4 systems and the UniFi ecosystem, including Protect cameras, sensors, viewport, routers, access points, switches and network site management—all under a single licence. This creates a unified, cost-effective solution for dealers and end users, argues its creator.
At the heart of this release is a powerful new capability: users can access a complete history of events from UniFi Protect and now, for the first time on a third-party device, view image snapshots as well as play back recorded video from the NVR within Control4’s native interfaces. This industry-first feature combines real-time monitoring with retrospective event review, elevating system visibility and control to an entirely new level.
Beyond video playback, the driver supports advanced camera functions such as live streaming, snapshots, PTZ control and AI-based detection events including licence plate and face recognition. Sensor support extends the system with motion detection, temperature and humidity monitoring and door status tracking. On the networking side, Chowmainsoft says Control4 users gain unprecedented functionality including the ability to block or unblock network devices, authorise guests, manage hotspot vouchers, reboot network hardware, power cycle PoE ports and view detailed device information—all through intuitive Control4 interfaces.
Big step forward
“Delivering recorded video playback inside Control4 is something the industry has wanted for years,” says Alan Chow, Managing Director of Chowmainsoft. “We’re proud to be the first driver developer to achieve this functionality on a 3rd party device. It fundamentally changes how end users and dealers can interact with their UniFi surveillance systems, blending real-time monitoring and smart events with seamless access to recorded footage—all within Control4.”
Chowmainsoft will be exhibiting at CEDIA Expo 2025 in Denver, Stand #3547. Attendees are invited to visit to learn more and discuss how this new integration can enhance their Control4 projects.
To celebrate the launch, Chowmainsoft is offering a 25% discount on the UniFi driver until September 30. Dealers can redeem this offer with coupon code UNIFI25, which can also be stacked with volume licensing discounts for even greater savings.
Designed as a long-term integration platform, the UniFi driver ensures ongoing value with all future UniFi product support and enhancements delivered as free upgrades under the same licence.
By combining surveillance, sensors, networking, and automation in a single solution, Chowmainsoft is empowering Control4 installations to be smarter, more secure, and more capable than ever before.