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MP3 screen to Amplifier
Does anyone know of a system of playing MP3 files through an amplifier without the use of a laptop etc. In other words is there a simpilfied 'Jukebox' computer that has a screen bigger than the likes...
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Bigger x-10 maxi controller?
I use x-10 maxi controllers and am pressing against the 16 unit limit. Is there a max-max controller to let me reach another 16 units on another house code? I know I can change the house code, but if...
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Doggie doors
I'm wanted to install some doggie doors in the house for some future residents, but I want to keep the other varmints of neighborhood out. I've seen doors that are wired up, and with a collar on the...
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enOcean
Hello, All! Has anyone used this technology in home automation? Were there any difficulties? Please, your emotions and facts.
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X10 Remote (Transceiver) Module Strength
Hey guys. I have the X10 CM11a computer module, and it is able to control everything in my house fine. However, I have a lamp module upstairs, and my remote (transceiver) module (RR501) is downstairs....
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X10 and Linux
Morning all. New to this NG. Was semi-active on the X10 forums for a bit but "forums" in general kind of annoy me. Hard to "pick up where you left off" if you go away for a few weeks. OK, here's what...
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Ethernet-based systems for DIY?
While probably not at all applicable to what Mr. Stratton proposes, you should look at the Tibbo EM202. Unlike the xPort, it can communicate beyond the local network, and unlike SitePlayer, it's not...
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CBus and Minder - New Install Mawson Lakes
I am looking for an Electrician who is conversant in Minder/ThinkBoxx and Cbus and lives North East of Adelaide and most important is willing to work with a NOOB to help set up his system. That would...
 
Smarthome PowerLinc 1132B frequent failures
The Ware Brothers site seems to be down so I couldn't find much information. I did see one reference on a dealer site to an optional serial port to interface with the PowerLinc II. There is nothing...
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Pool Temperature Monitoring
I need to monitor IG pool water temperature. I have an OmniPro II and HAI 14A00-8 Water Temperture sensor. Any idea exactly how to get temperature measurement into the water flow. I was thinking a...
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PR: Draper Home Theater and Home Automation Products @ Bass Home Electronics
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Random X10 all lights on/all units off over and over
Ok, this was embarassing. I drove home today to find all the X10 lights in my house toggling on, toggling off, on, off, on off. My house is X10 Haunted! As soon as I got inside, I unplugged the CM11A,...
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OT: Energy Efficiency
Since energy efficiency gets talked about a lot here, I thought this might be of interest. articles have said this means $0.08-0.10 per kWHr which is competitive with coal. It's likely the efficiency...
 
Ability to drive multiple IR transmitters independantly from PC
Agree on all counts. The Edgeport made my life a lot simpler. I got my 8 port very cheap on ebay.
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CQC price hike warning
I just wanted to post a quick heads up... Our 2.0 version is going to be released on ~Dec the 10th (might delay a day or two if someone finds a last minute issue but it seems very unlikely at this...