Recent content by jijo_robert

the problem with browser history is that it can be deleted. it seems like DNS is not logging all DNS requests, as browsers may have local cache. I will take a look at pfsense or another firewall, was trying to do a low-cost option. thanks BTW - I have a cable modem.

 use cases -  1. Blocking websites for all users 2. Blocking websites for certain users (nice to have based on device name) 3. Blocking internet access on certain times 4. Log all urls visited   @coconut what NGF are using? I was thinking about raspberry pi with opensource or low cost router...

I would like to log all websites visited. I have google wifi mesh. Has anyone have any suggestion?   I was thinking about getting a low cost router to make as proxy between modem and google wifi. - any thoughts appreciate your help

Hello, I am trying to setup a smoke detector camera.(spy camera) - I want to hook up to DVR / computer, and also ability to motion activate when the door is open. I would like to view the camera in internet. Can anyone suggest what would be a good option? thanks

I have CAT 5 wire running to some controls. These are out door, and wires need to be burried. Do I need to worry about any surge or other issues? Thanks Jijo

From aprilare dist panel (8818) to 8870 I need to connect usingCAT5. Do I need all 4 pair wires in CAT 5 for this communication? I see in the manual only 4 wires are usind(two pairs) . Can I use the remaining wires for something else?

This is very interesting product. I will take a deep look into it. Is there any other options? Thanks

I would like to get some ideas about touch screen, I have upb installation with Homeseer software. I want to have two options, control by computer and control by handheld touch screen? I looked at tablet pcs, they are seems like pretty pricy. I don't need the key board, just a screen. I would...

Thank you verymuch. So If I understand right, here are the wiring needs for 8870 1. Number of wires from the HVAC system (may be 5 wires) 2. One CAT 5 from the basement (where the 8811 is located) Questions 1. Do I need any power connection (110v) or low voltage(24v) 2. In 8811 it says it can...

Can anyone help me figure out how Aprilare 8870 thermostat conncets to HomeSeer running on custom computer.? Also what are different wires that I need to run for the thermostat? Thanks

Floor heat from http://www.wattsradiant.com. Sorry for not being clear.

I need to use two thermostat for two systems in a large installation. One is normal heating and another is for radiant heating. I am using home seer. I would like to have a touch screen thermostat, I couldn't find any tocuh screen thermostat that work with homeseer (or any automation system)...

Thanks, I looked at Neothings - Do I need to get two Fallbrook(http://www.neothings.com/Fallbrook.html) and Gillespie(http://www.neothings.com/Gillespie.html) for switching audio and video? I am looking for 8 input 16 output for with HD Video and digital audio. Thanks Muthu

I am looking at security cameras. Have anyone used http://www.scdlink.com/Details.cfm?ProdID=...amp;category=13 this camera? I am planning to use with Homeseer. Is having analog camera with DVR and connecting to Homeseer a better option than network based cameras? Thanks jijo

I am planning to use Homeseer for HA with a custom built in server. I need to distribute the video to 6 different zones. Inputs are from Statelite Tuner, Dish TV, Security camera, and computer. I can use Happague video capture for Sateltie TV and Dish TV. Security camera is IP based so it can...