Recent content by betrickey

When I was retrofitting my house I had to get very creative to get wires where they needed to get. Remove trim and make any holes behind the trim where you can. Replace the trim and touch up with some caulk and paint. (Use a razor knife to cut the caulk from the wall surface first...

Sorry to see your bad luck. Your camera/DVR setup is very good. Could you describe your setup?

I think that the speed is great it rated at 980 ghz +/-. The best test that I have done is to play various web videos to see if it can keep up. I was able to watch anyvideo on you tube that I wanted. Elan uses the same computer as a wireless controller...

I got my new WebDT 368XP in this week, Here is more info for those interested. http://www.dtresearch.com/prod_webDT368XP.html This unit has a built in ir port for sending and I assume receiving info. The specific hareware is an Ali Fast Infrared Controller manufactured by AcerLabs. I am...

I don't need the DB connector but I need some of those "green" connectors for a Channel Plus audio system. Does anyone know where i can find come of those? They are similar to what comes with the Elk M1.

He probably has a set-up similar to mine, gas logs with an electronic igniter. My fireplace has a standing pilot light, flip on the switch and this allows the gas to flow. These are usually found on fully enclosed systems. i.e. solid glass screen not doors that can be opened. Let me know...

What "off the shelf stuff" would be required. How easy would it be to configure would these items.? Is there a web site where I can get more info relating to this topic?

Here is a clear easy wiring map that may help you out. Click on the image in the lower right side. http://images.google.com/imgres?imgurl=htt...6lr%3D%26sa%3DG

How many neutral (white) wires are twisted together in the box?

What is the switch configuration? I.E. single gang; double gang?

How about this product for the ultimate touchscreen. http://www.visualplanet.biz/products/throughwindow/ The wheels are turning...... :)

I do some GC work here in Mo, new construction work here can be had for about $6/sf.

With all of the talk of touchscreens lately I have decided to continue foward with my automation install. From what info I have gathered from both here and on CQC forums the best way to go about using multiple touchscreens is to go with a server based system, (If I am mistaken in this...

I have noticed quite a few Panasonic Toughbook laptops for sale cheap on Ebay. The systems are junk, way too slow and old to be usefull for anything except for a door stop. I was wondering if anyone has kicked the idea around of stripping the screen away from the unit and using it as a...

http://cgi.ebay.com/ELK-Home-Automation-Se...1QQcmdZViewItem here is an Elk M1GSYS4 that just came up on Ebay.