Newbie needs advise
Hi I am a complete newbie to the world of home alteration. I have and use a Logitech Harmony 1100 but am getting a bit bored as it cant do everything I would like it to do. I would like to start of...
View ArticleMisunderstanding general logic gates
Hi all, Currently the lights in the hall operate based on presence to come on at a dim level (15%) to help me avoid falling over hurdles that the kids leave in place. This is great, but (as ever) I...
View ArticleGeofence your heating using an iPhone
Hi All, I have put together a summary of a project that I've been working on recently - I have managed to geofence my heating using an iPhone. This means that the heating automatically switches off...
View ArticleWhat Security System we can use for RTM Homes?
I recently purchased RTM Log Home & looking for ideas to make home secure with automatic security systems. What Security System we can use for RTM Homes?
View ArticleHelp finding Monostable switches for Fibaro dimmers in the UK
I am a newbie to home automation. I am in the midst of doing a total refurb to my house and have done a fair amount of research on automated lighting. I very much like look of the Fibaro Dimmer z-wave...
View ArticleInstron x10 devices - anybody used them? Will this work?
Hi all, I was interested to see that the Instron X10 devices are now available in the X10 (although currently on back order). I have tried to find more information, but it all seems... sketchy. Has...
View ArticleArm/Disarm Alarm with Low Voltage Switch?
Hey there, I am looking to Arm and Disarm my alarm system using z-wave, how are people doing this typically? Are there low voltage z-wave switches which can achieve this? I was looking at the Fibaro...
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Unconnected General Logic, prevents Cortex starting
Hi All, Possible bug? The below came up when I performed a startup test. Turned out it was General Logic gate which I had half configured - it didn't have a connection on it's output. Image1.jpg After...
View ArticleDMX for home lighting
Following on from my thoughts in this thread I've been googling and found a couple of older threads on this forum - This one and this one The criticisms mainly seem to be around the reliance on a live...
View ArticleEvotouch zoning query, plus alternatives
Like most around here, I'm searching for the "ideal" system to control our heating. We're currently having a fairly major house rebuild/refurb after a fire, so now's the time to do it. I'm considering...
View ArticleHoneywell CM927s system, how to make a bit more advanced ?
Hi there, My central heating system at the moment is controlled by 2 x Honeywell CM927 wireless controllers. I have the house setup in 2 zones, one for upstairs and the other for downstairs, each...
View ArticleMomentary switches for lighting control
I've been trying to work out what the options are. So far I've got to- TLC have a cheap grid range (less than half the price of MK) but look it... Forbes & Lomax (don't appeal) The most...
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My Raspberry Pi Server - Control lights from web and be a NAS
Hi, I recently came across the Raspberry Pi/, which is a cheap (£35) and low powered computer which can run a basic Linux OS. As soon as I got my hands on one I set it up to be my home NAS (Network...
View ArticleChoices for opensource platform
Hi all - I'm not exactly new to HA, having played with X10, LinuxMCE, Rako etc in the past, but I'm getting back into it now that it's becoming more universal and cost effective. I've been trying to...
View ArticleWanted - Russound A-Bus A-KP2 or A-K3 Keypads
As the title says really. I'm after some Russound A-Bus A-KP2 or A-K3 Keypads to extended my current system from 4 to 6 rooms. Will also consider other parts, Remotes, Local Source Inputs, Power Supply...
View ArticleCommandFusion Software & Hardware - Control everything from one app!
Hey All, Just introducing our company - CommandFusion, I think you guys will love our products. Our flagship software product is iViewer, which is already widely used in the professional automation and...
View ArticleLooking for people to participate in an interesting research project
Hi all, I am a design researcher for one of the UK's mobile networks. I am currently involved in a research project about how consumers use smart technology in their home and in their lives. I am...
View ArticleHelp with getting started
I am looking at taking my first steps into home automation. I plan to move house in the next 18 months so want to be skilled up so I can automate my new home. I want to control the system from a...
View ArticleStart Here - Home Automation Systems and Technology Choices
If you are new to Home Automation and would like an overview of Systems and Technology Choices then checkout our page here. http://www.automatedhome.co.uk/home-...nology-choices If you are about to...
View ArticleDFP reboot bug?
We've just moved a treadmill to a new "more prominent" location (in an attempt to get us to use it more often!). As a consequence, it's directly in front of a DFP panel. I've noticed that when using...
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