Recent content by jrs0628

Awesome interfaces everyone.  I figured I'd chime in here as well since I'm snooping around.  Here's some screenshots of my touchscreen interface that I use.  It's my own software I wrote, and a full writeup is on my blog if anyone is interested  http://www.mysmarthomeblog.com/page--22.html  

I know this is an old thread, but I figured I'd give my solution in case anyone ever looks up on how to motorize plantation blinds. Have a look here: http://www.mysmarthomeblog.com/page--23.html

It's pretty simple actually. I'm not sure what software you are using, but take a look here for more detailed information: http://www.mysmarthomeblog.com/page--11.html

Hey Sam, I'll have to look those up. I do all the detecting in the PIC and all the counting logic in MisterHouse just like you were thinking. The PICs are not smart enough to be a brain, so I just use them as the eyes :)

I finally got around to doing a semi-complete writeup. I have pictures of the completed PCBs and a bunch more of me installing it. I still need to add a parts list and all that stuff when I can get some time. I'm worn out from all the door frames I have pulled off the past few weeks :) Here...

Sorry, forgot to respond to this one :) I think I can. I actually just ordered 3 PCB boards from ExpressPCB last night. I've never made a PCB board before, so hopefully it will go well. I can either give you the PCB board design file and component list, or have more printed and make a kit...

It's possible. I mounted mine 43.5" high just because I knew I would never get false positives from swinging hands. I did try it lower and it worked pretty well. The only thing you would have to watch out for is if you swing your hands out when you walk. If on the off chance your hands...

Done! I just finished the first door frame after weeks of testing and contemplating on the best way to do this. It works perfectly. Lights are instant on when entering, and instant off when leaving :) I have about 14 more door frames to do. Once I get a few more I'll start implementing a...

I am heading on vacation tomorrow for 10 days to the Caribbean, but when I get back I'm going to work on getting these door sensors/counters installed. Hopefully I can take some pictures/video of my door frames and get you guys to help me figure out the different pieces together that make it...

My biggest problem I have found with this is a) the cameras are so big and hard to mount/wire in some locations on the wall, and B) Lighting plays such a crucial role with the accuracy. I have 5 camera setup around my property and the biggest thing I have to worry about is light screwing with...

Lol well, to answer your question, unless you have a habit of constantly getting off the bed or standing next to the bed when you are "physically active", the downward pressure on the bed won't change fast enough for the sensor to report it. My sensor takes the average force, once every second...

I completely agree. The more tools and sensors the better. When it comes to me though, I'm lazy and I try to push the limits. This is probably a little complicated to describe, but the counting aspect of it is what I really want. Here is why: - Body Count - A household body count is, for...

This is actually one of the reasons I want to do this too. I have a cat who thinks she should be part of the circus and sets off mine. I'll definitely post the schematic, full writeup, and code to program the chips (it's easy) when I get it all installed and working. I might could even sell...

Lol installing the enforcer was more of a "cut until it fits" project ;) I might can tackle this. I guess I just lack the experience when it comes to building construction. Since my doorways are painted, it almost looks like everything is one piece, even though I know it's not. I guess I...

Well, the issue for me with Pulsors are that I can't "count" people. When more than one person walks in a direction, the Pulsors would indicate a single person walked through due to the area of the joist it covers. I actually use Pulsors as bed occupancy sensors (see my website in signature...