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18 gauge multistrand is the smallest wire I would run to valves.  For in wall applications, get multistrand thermostat cable and make sure you have extra conductors.   With respect to residential "smart" controllers, you can't go wrong with the Rainbird ESP-SMT.  When properly programmed for a...

I put all my stuff in the garage on the wall in a custom made cabinet and a couple of wall mount racks. I also had an attached garage with no door to the house, and almost no storage space in the house. The issue of having to go outside to get into the garage got solved by adding a door from...

How strong of a pulse does the HAI PIM put out in comparison to the SAI PIM? The SAI PIM I have works flawlessly without flashing the lights and with no communication problems, so I have no reason to believe it is not functioning correctly. I might add there are other LED lights in dimmed state...

Carlon makes both a code compliant combo box (line and low), a divider for regular boxes, and an add on bracket. I have made use of all three of these in my house. http://www.carlonsales.com/techinfo/brochures/lvpremise/Structured_Cable_Management_Systems_Brochure.pdf

The HAI PIM I got is a relatively recent purchase and the unit itself has only been in use for about a month. Perhaps someone from HAI can chime in here as this issue is frustrating to say the least. While I am here, might as well note that this flashing occurs with all of my lights that are...

I also can verify both the RC2000 and the extended range humidity/temp sensors humidity readings are off, but not too high, too low. I was trying to determine yesterday why my humidity sensing fan wasn't turning off, so I broke out my Kestrel 4500 to take some humidity readings. What I found...

Perhaps this would solve it, however the primary problem isn't with flickering due to an incompatible dimming curve/level (which is what their new switch apparently addresses), but flashing due to upb signals from the OP2 PIM specifically, since the SAI PIM doesn't cause this flashing.

For this particular light, it doesn't matter what level it is dimmed at. At any dimmed state, stable (not flickering) or not, the UPB signals from the OP2 will flash the light. It appears to take it from the dimmed level to 100%, back and forth until the UPB activity from the OP2 ceases. I...

I am also planning on using Somfy with the HAI. For all my stuff I hardwired cat 5 to both the shade moter location and to the switch (2 seperate runs to 2 centralized locations). I installed 1/2 smurf to the closest electrical box for power. Both come out at a location on the window where...

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The particular light that this problem is most notable on is the Ecosmart PAR30 LED using a SA US2-40 that is hardwired with a remote switch. I just noticed that when the light is flashing, the LED on the remote switch also flashes, but the LED on the US2-40 that controls the load stays constant.

Hey ano, Odd thing is, the bulbs in question only flash when dimmed, when full on they don't. All my switches are Simply Automated. I have noticed that all my LED lighting is sensitive to power levels (some more than others), causing flickering when dimmed. Change the level by a couple...

Update on this. I have determined the above broan ERV appears to change the mode of operation by varying the voltage to the unit from the remote. By hooking up the remotes hot and common to the relay board I am able to turn the unit on and off, but only on the mode I have the remote switch set...

I am in the process of setting up some automation routines and have noticed that the HAI PIM is causing certain LED lights that are dimmed to flash every time any UPB signal is sent over the network from the OP2. Odd thing is, the SA PIM that I am using with upstart does not cause this issue...

Del, I completely agree using the right tools/equipment for the job, however sometimes you just have to make due with what is easily available. A carlon two hole 2" conduit strap has a bearing surface a hair over 3/4", which is just slightly less than the small J-hook that was linked to in...