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You know this is ridiculous...new computer, reinstall everything.  Great.  Couple months later...oops need HAI PCA.  Hmmmm???   I bought Dealer PC Access years ago, but now no longer have a computer with a CD drive.  No problem, just download a copy right?  Got the serial number and all ....  ...

You know I always hated how TV's were not as automated and had all the extra crap you never use.  They should be giant monitors. Well Vizio finally agrees and is going for the win.  This shouldmake automation easier as well.  ...

this opens ALL kinds of doors at a much better price.   It has AUDIO out!!!!!   Introducing Echo Dot   Echo Dot uses the same far-field voice recognition as Echo and is a convenient addition to any room of the house. Directly connect Echo Dot to speakers with an audio cable or via Bluetooth, and...

Done plenty of three ways before but this one is stumping me.  I am at a bit of a loss, how to wire a Z-wave switch (and auxiliary) to replace the current 3 way. I have a hallway with two sets of recessed lights (one for art, one for general lighting). We want to automate one set (Circuit 2)...

http://www.tomshardware.com/news/thread-group-certification-program-osram,30542.html   Yet another protocol "to rule them all"!   It is nice that it is IP based and mesh in one product, but just when z-wave seems to be winning the retail market, here comes another player.

Just what it says....   It seems very strange I can not find even one...   Z-wave only has the GE/Jasco...everyone's dropping the ability.   Whats up with all the load sensing going away?  Any options out there I am missing?

Well after having an Echo for 3 days my wife is in love and I completely understand why.  With respect to home automation control, the Echo is to phones what phones are to old keypads.   I think Cyaneous should look into an app that bridges form the Echo to Space to allow voice control.   Just...

So another "unnamed" thread got me researching HomeKit from a curios DIY perspective as I was unfamiliar.   I am not an Apple fan...nor do I care one way or the other if their ventures succeed or not.  But the reality is, they have established their own controlled market.  And they can leverage...

The professional forum is just a bit dead (April 2014) so I am posting this here...   I have a 3,200 sq ft house with old wiring run in series.  Luckily it's all easily accessible in the basement.  I already ran four cat6 and RG6 to every room. Unfortunately, I still have to punch all those down...

Well I have always liked the Launch Port products.  I love this idea but wish the buttons supported more systems   http://www.launchport.com/buttons    

So what systems can pass Haiku metadata when sources are chosen?  Nuvo? Russound? HAI HiFi II?   Is there anyway to pass metadata to Haiku in the case where the system does not?  i.e. HiFi II plugged in with a Sonos or Nuvo Musicport as a source?  If not is it somehting that could be added?  ...

So I am currently evaluating WHA systems and we are ready to buy. We have been using a few Sonos speakers due to ease of use so the wife is used to that interface. So I am ready to purchase and install a Hi-Fi 2 system instead with the in ceiling speaker I will be installing. Can I get some...

Long story short. Bought a 3200sq ft 1970's ranch style with basement. Remodeling as funds allow. I would like to wire the house for security, AV distribution, and WHA in the meantime. Huge open attic and huge unfinished basement. I am a DIY although networking wire is new to me. Rooms...

My overarching goal is to use a combination of Ipads and Ipod Touches in every room for system control. It does not have to neccassarily be apple product, so combination of Android tablets and phones (with no data plans I guess) could work as well. Basically looking to use primary (tablet) and...

I need some help getting started. I have done a ton of reading over the last 6 months. I finally got the opportunity to set down and set up my omnipro II. I am actually going to use the HA potion of the board prior to security since we live in a condo right now and do not require the...

So if I am looking to add just 3-4 sensors as everything else is wired, what would be the benefits with going with the full wireless receiver vs either a few 2 channel quickbridges or the 8 channel quick bridge? The quick bridges seem capable and are less than half the cost. I have plenty of...

Ok well after some searching and discussions with the head of the household, I have taken a few steps. I was able to obtain a HAI Omnipro II board for $300 and got it yesterday (can you say deal!). Everything I know I have learned from reading on the various sites from here, HS, CQC, Elve...

Can get this for whatever price I offer (family member) but I can not tell what model this is! Any one able to help? It says 20A01-3 and Rev E11. Thanks!

All right, I finally heard those magic words..."Honey, I think I would like to feel safer when we go to bed...what does it take to do that light and security stuff?" Translated for you guys...this means in the big picture she wants to feel more secure and turn off any lights in the house...