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    Elk M1 xep - here's how to use GMAIL (no ssl)

    I did a little testing myself with SMTP2GO and the ELK M1XEP. Seems there is a bit length on the password.   This password worked: WorkEmail3ABCDEFGHIJKLMNOPQRSTU It's 31 characters long.   This password did not work: WorkEmail3ABCDEFGHIJKLMNOPQRSTUV It's 32 characters long.   This password...
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    Need advice on security

    I was in the same boat as you guys a few months ago. When I first started doing some research a little over a year ago I had decided on the Elk M1 Gold... then I started second guessing myself when I was about to purchase. Well, I ordered the Elk M1 Gold and couldn't be happier. I also...
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    Broconne's Wiring Adventure

    Make that 2 for No. 1.) Height. I know a couple have said that it doesn't bother them now, but, it might in the future. I did a lot of research before I decided to wall mount my 52" LCD. And I found that most people mount the TV to high. It should be mounted at eye level while sitting in...
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    In-Wall touchscreen w/ computer

    So... I saw Nobu's in wall computer with touchscreen. But $2,763.00 is tough to swallow. I consider myself technically oriented and I'm looking into building my own in-wall touchscreen computer. First Option... Amazon has some decent touchscreen monitors for anywhere from $150 - $500...
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    Universal Devices raffling off (3) ISY-26 automation controllers for Insteon!

    Programmable thermostat - In the winter it starts warming the house in the morning from chilly to "tropical" for the wife. Lowers the temp back down after we leave for work and ramps back up when we get home. Looking forward to... Adding home automation to turn off all the lights when the...
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    Stand alone sprinkler controller or ELK M1?

    H2oSaver, Thanks for the suggestions. EtherRain looks like a very practical and cool solution. From the suggestions I think I'm going to use the Elk Relay module. Just run a Cat6 cable to the current controller box so if I do decide to pick up and leave it will be easy to connect everything...
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    Stand alone sprinkler controller or ELK M1?

    Currently I have a stand alone sprinkler controller (made by Hunter) and I just recently purchased the Elk M1 and I'm fascinated with all the features. It looks fairly simple to hook up a sprinkler system with the output expander and then set a "task" to water the yard. I only have a 5 zone...
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