Recent content by DaAwesomeP

What I meant was a coupler. Also, I'm pretty sure my SA devices support repeaters, because it shows it as an option for most of the switches in UPStart.   My next project is to get my switches to control other non-related items. Now that there's an OpenHAB binding (unofficial, not merged yet), I...

If that's the solution, then I honestly don't even want to know.   I think both of those reasons are causing the problems. I have some nice Leviton square-edged mount-and-snap-on cover plates that sort of get in the way and sit forward a little. The switches are hard to keep straight because of...

I've been using 9 or so SAI devices across multiple breakers and subpanels for several years now. I have a non-addressable/fully automatic repeater between the subpanel and main panel. The reliabilty issues are between select switches that I have set to control the load of each other. I've had...

To be honest I don't agree with your latter statement. UPB is not as robust as it sounds unless wiring is done 100% flawlessly in a setup. I have to press buttons sometimes 3 time to get a link or another device to turn on (there's no noise, just old and inconsistent wiring). Also, it's a dying...

I won't be using the internet features. I will only be using it on my local network (my own local server, not theirs). If it does that without my permission then I will block it with my router.

I think I've found it: Radio Thermostat CT80 WiFi 7-Day Programmable Thermostat It has excellent reviews and a JSON API!

I finally need a new thermostat. I have two OmniStats, and one has just broken (again). They're too expensive to replace. Plus, getting the serial to work on them has been difficult (I haven't gotten my computer to talk to it yet). I want something Ethernet or WiFi controlled now (no ZigBee...

I just found this: HAI RC-1000 Serial Wiring. I'll try Ryetree1's instructions.

Just be sure to use a 3.3v Arduino. The standard ones are 5v. You could use a voltage divider, but using the right Arduino would be simpler. Sparkfun is a very reliable company that makes very reliable PCB breakouts. With this solution you could even customize the commands.

I've realized that it would be really easy for me to stick a Raspberry Pi and FTDI next to my thermostat. I bought a DB9F (standard female serial port) from Sparkfun, but now I need to figure out what to jumper and which pins go to the thermostat. I have the latest firmware (1.03D). I found...

Well, I sent it in and they ran thorough tests on it. They said there's nothing wrong with it. They upgraded the firmware for free though!

Huh. I know that mine are definitely not under warranty it's been a long time since I bought them (they have the HAI, not Leviton logo on them). I'll hope I don't get charged then.

I find it interesting how they see when the smoke alarm and carbon monoxide alarms go off. It listens (literally) for a high frequency beep. This is a cool idea especially since the Nest alarms just got a blow (honestly, that wave feature will always have some problem). I'm not sure about the...

Well, I sent them an email and they linked me here: http://www.leviton.com/OA_HTML/SectionDisplay.jsp?section=62189&minisite=10251. It also says on that page:   I'll send 'em back and see what happens! I'm one step closer to completing my DIY home automation project!

I have two HAI Omnistats. Both are from before HAI was bought by Leviton. One of them is broken, but both need the firmware upgraded. Neither are under warranty. If I send them back to HAI, will they fix the broken one and upgrade their firmwares? I don't mind a small fee. The broken one has a...