Recent content by hotcoffee76

Hi, I have some ongoing home automation projects in my 100yr old home. We have decided that we would like to install air conditioning and I want to see what options I have to position myself for integration with a home automation setup. For HA, I am using UPB for switches and have some X10...

This seems to be the consensus. I have ordered a couple of the basic ones to try them out. Thanks to everyone who replied to this and other threads for pointing me in the right direction. Good to know. I have a Panasonic as well, so I'll be sure to check that first if I have any issues.

As I put more UPB units in the house, I want to prepare to deal with line noise if and when it occurs. Since the filters are rated to handle a maximum amperage, I want to be able to measure how much current is pulled through power bars used for computers and other things so that I know for sure...

Hi, I have installed some UPB switches on my main floor (X-10 is in the basement ;) ) and everything is working well. I have two new exterior lights to hook up, and would like to add a dawn/dusk & motion sensor control to them. I have a dedicated home automation server running that lets me...

Thanks Steve.

Hi, I am not sure where to send this. Right now I can not PM the moderators to ask:). My forum access allows me to post messages, but not to reply. What do I need to do so that I can reply the the responses I have gotten on my own posts? I apologize if this information is readily available...

Hi, I had some feedback on measuring current in household devices (Thanks!). A Clamp Meter was mentioned. What types to people prefer, or would recommend for general household use in measuring current on various powerbars, etc.? Thanks!

Hi, I am taking the first steps into home automation and have some UPB and X10 components to work (play) with. The first couple of switches are working fine. A lot of the reading I have done has mentioned th eneed for line noise filters, and so I have purchased a couple different ones to try...