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Do I need these cards for the elk m1 m1xsp-lighting/thermostat interface, serial port expander m1dbh-data hub m1xep-Ethernet interface m1ez8msi-main serial interface. I'm not sure what I need, thanks

Ok, after more research I think the fog is clearing some. Please stop me if this is incorrect. The ELK M1 would have the security items (door contacts, glass breaks, motions, key pads, etc) wired to it. Then the ISY944 connected to it (what type of connection, cat 5, rs232, something else), then...

I'm new to this and looking at a whole house audio system to add to the Home automation. Is this a good system? http://www.htd.com/MCA66SET-KC6 What are the pros and cons of it. Would you recommend something completely different? Thanks

Thanks again for the replies. I know I sound completely ignorant about the individual systems and how they communicate. I decided to ask a bunch of questions to try to shorten the learning curve. So it sounds as though the elk m1 would be the foundation to the system being the security and...

I'm brand new to this whole deal, but am wanting to have the logic programming control. What is everyone using for equipment and software. This is beyond my abilities right now, but I want to be able to when the time is right.

Thanks for the replies. Larry, a neutral in every lighting box is required by code now. It is a good reminder as is deep boxes. I'll have to look at the elk and ????? Marriage, I was looking at insteon for the mesh connectivity. How do they compare.

I'll start my first post by say hi to everyone. I've been reading up for a little while, but still not happy with the knowledge I have. I'm hoping you guys and gals (?) can help me get started with a plan and execute it successfully. A little back ground, I'm an electrician/HVAC, but have been...