Recent content by electronicbuff

As a former security system installer I would opt for the plunger-ball method. Use a magnetic plunger though like ones made by GRI. Install it on the hinge side of the door frame for a clean look and no wear marks on the door while also eliminating any possibility of play in the door messing...

I use SageTV and love it. I bought the program and 2 extenders. This allows me to use SageTV at the PC and on 2 TVs in the house. I also bought the placeshifter license key allowing me to watch my recordings anywhere I have a computer and a fast network connecting. Say for instance I were...

I use a 1TB drive to make complete backups of all my data for each of my computers. Once I back them up I physically disconnect and put the 1TB backup on the shelf. I also store copies of various programs along with prior versions of the software in case I need to return to an older version.

I like the fact that the Insteon uses the devices as repeaters to strengthen signal broadcasts while also using line and wireless transmissions.