If you like the looks of the MX-3000 and can afford it, anything you need in the way of programming help is here for you, as long as you are willing to put in a little work.

It's not rocket science, and you can get a setup like you want up and running reasonably easily, and then you've got time to really get to know the software and you'll find it gets easier and easier to use, and that the MX-3000 will control just about anything with the right peripherals and reach its potential as SurfRemote has said.

When I say "easy", I mean in comparison to some higher end control systems. It still takes someone who is willing to put in the time and effort, and isn't scared of doing a little planning and isn't scared of a computer!