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    ElkM1 system - low battery

    I have an Elk M1 system. Been in operation since 2008. Recently I keep getting a "low battery" warning. I replace the backup battery, and the only other battery item in the system is a door lock. Replaced those batteries also. Still get the warning. What else would cause the warning? Is there a...
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    Reset Caddx NX8E

    I know this is a long shot but thought I would try. 40 years ago I Installed an NX8E. It still has the original keypad. For years now I have really only used it for motion detection for my home automation. I am now redoing that also so thought it would be a good time to see if I can resurrect...
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    Is Charmed Quark gone?

    I haven't checked in on CQC for a couple of months. I have had CQC running for over 20 years. I know Dean had to quit development for it a while ago. Now it looks like the web sight is gone as well. Is there anywhere that the "old crew" hang out now? I am thinking of migrating to Home Assistant...
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    Replacement for W800RF32

    For many years I have been using a W800RF2 in my automation system. Mainly to receive info from some X10 senders. Well it has finally died (as did the company it would seem) and I need to find a replacement. Can anyone recommend a replacement unit? Thanks George M
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    Elk M1 Email --- again!

    So for years I have had my elk texting me (emailing) when the system is Armed or Disarmed. About 3 weeks ago it stopped. So I figured I couldn't put off updating the XEP to v.2 any longer.  So I updated both the main board and the XEP.    Still no email getting sent. Tried three different rules...
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    Can anyone tell me why this simple rule isn't working?

    It seems like a simple rule, but it is not working. I am trying to get info about who was the last to unarm the alarm into my HA program (CQC). I have a series of this rule (one for each user) WHENEVER Home (area 1) ARM STATE BECOMES DISARMED AND LAST USER WAS George (user 1)...
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    ElkDroid now $9.99 ?

    Was just checking on myKeypad to see what the pro version cost. Checked out ElkDroid also and saw that the price is now $9.99 instead of $99.99. I know many people are having problems with this app and didn't know if the owner decided to get into more peoples hands or if he was trying to milk a...
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    Port speed of M1XSLZW

    I am combining the M1XSLZW with the Leviton VRC0P +3. The VRC0P can operate up to 115200. Can the serial expander be adjusted to run at different port speeds?
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    Phone control suddenly stopped working - some help please.

    Strange ocurance last night. Have an M1 gold with all latest firmware (5.2.10 I believe). Also have the M1XEP, Serial module, and 4 zone expanders. All was working fine. Then last night we had a lighting/thunder storm. Did not get a lightning strike, but noticed that the house phone no longer...
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    Connecting a rain sensr to M1G

    I use two Rain8Net units for my irrigation system. I also have the WGL rain sensor as seen here http://www.smarthomeusa.com/ShopByManufact...WGL/Item/RS001/ I currently have the sensor connected to the Rain8Net, but I would like to connect it to my Elk M1 in order to use a more robust scheduling...
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    Best way to use Cat5 for LV power

    I have numerous Cat 5 runs to motion sensors and soon to cameras. I am always wondering what is the best way to use the pairs to run power for these items (5V or 12V) Let’s say I use the Brown and Green. 1. Brown for + and Brown / White for -? 2. Brown pair (solid and solid / white) for +...
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    CaddX 8E and Motion Detectors

    I have had a CaddX 8e conncected for a long time. Recently I wanted to monitor some hardwired Motion Detectors via the Caddx. However whenever I hook them up they always show Faulted - even when no motions is being detected. The motions are being powered by a separate supply, not the Caddx. Is...
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    Software Phone Answering Machine

    For years I have used a program called Call Soft Pro. However the developer quit supporting it a while ago and I would like to find something else that has the capabilities that this one did. So far I have not found anything. What I am looking for is a program that will: Use TTS or Wav Use...
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    Getting the Chat applett

    I am trying to join the Chat. However I cannot because I keep getting this Internet Explorer Security Box popping up saying that Windows has blocked the software because it cannot veify the publisher. I tried enabling everything in Security Options, but did not help. I am running WinXP Pro...
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    ELK too slow to respond to PIR trigger

    I have an ELK M1 system set up. I am using it to control zwave lights via the Leviton controller. I will be using a lot of wired PIR units to trigger lights in many locations. So far I have a couple set up and the response time from trigger to lights coming on is too slow to be usefull. My...
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    New ELK install and question on terminations

    I am installing my first ELK M1G. Included in the system will be: M1G Three M1XIN - Zone Input Expanders Three M1KPG - Keypads M1DBH - Data Bus Hub M1XSP - Lighting/Thermostat Interface M1XEP - Ethernet Port Interface Two M1PR - Keypad Proximity Readers ELKRM - Remote Software CQC Everything...
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    Serial Thermostat for Modulated Furnace

    I am completing the construction of a new home. In it are three Rheem modulated furnaces. I wanted to be able to control them with my automation system (ELK - CQC) but cannot find any info on a thremostat that I can connect to that works with modulated furnaces with ECM motors. In reading the...
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