Recent content by wrook

Simply Automated has a "Three-Phase Repeater & Computer Interface (CIM) MODEL UTR" -- HOWEVER it is listed as being designed for three phases 120 degrees apart. Note, it is pricy but also includes a CIM. UTR Installation Guide The three phase coupler or even a wire in two phase coupler may...

- Trigger Voltage: 5 - 24 Volts D.C. - Trigger Current: 1.2mA @12 VDC. Will such work? ELK-924 Sensitive Relay. You will need a separate 12V supply to power the relay, but tripping (controlling) it can be done with a 5V 1.2mA signal. -- also a small reed relay could work if it will handle...

I agree, the ELK M1 manual is very good. Page 8. of M1 Installation & Programming Manual "1.1 Planning the Installation The first step in any multi-zone security system installation is planning the job. 1. Read this entire manual to familiarize yourself with all system features and...

I found this information regarding EvironCom http://sourceforge.net/projects/enviracom/ Have you had any luck?

I agree with your analysis and believe that it applies to the industry as a whole -- not Elk Products alone. Another observation I see in your evaluation is the comparison between a computer type technical field and a building trade. I would expect that there are a number of “computer geeksâ€...

Is there any interest in combined efforts for a compiling a library for sharing documentation for the Elk M1 Gold. This would be a great service for DIY Installs and home resale. Also for the Wife - if service is ever needed while we are out of town. I'm still building my system - mostly in my...

Great, glad it helped. BTW: I just popped back in to add another thought. Too late for you but may help others. One of the contacts on the switch may be a common ground to the terminal screws. If that is the case, we would only have to solder one wire to the N.O. contact on the switch and...

How does the wall switch work--try some tests and make observation 1. If you push and hold the switch for 5 seconds does it clear the display. 2. Take a digital multimeter (volt-ohm) and measure the AC and DC voltage across the screw terminals. (If you get only one, AC or DC, then that is all...

Just the way it goes --- Searched for an answer my first question -- found no answer -- Posted Question Searched for an answer to my second question -- found answer to my first question. Whither goest outputs 4,5, and 6?, Trivial pursuit ... Nothing better than self help. Thank you for the...

I need a logic output for a rule. I have an Elk-M1 Gold with all the updates as of late May. I use eKeypad Pro I'm working out the logic and diagrams for installing Morningstar locks with a modified key-fob to lock and un-lock doors. I have a relay output to lock each door and a second to...

Between iPhone and iPad upgrades, I think a lot of iTouch's will end up in drawers -- however, I think they can still be useful as secondary controllers. I have two in the draw and will be looking at ways to use them. Could even run a USB line to the computer so they are always online. -- of...

I agree it would be better to use the M1 as designed. In ElkRP, a zone option is listed for Type 34 = Analog Zone. Is such not supported? Thanks for the Reply - much appreciated.

I have a solar powered driveway gate. I will be installing a low voltage cutout switch to prevent damage to both a deep cycled battery and possible damage to the gate motor and controller. In discussion with the gate manufacturers tech support, low voltage could result in erratic behavior and...

I've been looking at using locks from Morning Industry Inc. Their locks are controlled by a keyfob. I would have to wire in relays to operate the buttons from my ELK via eKeypad. Any word if there will be support for the Kwikset z-wave locks for an ELK M1? I already have a z-wave transmitter...

BTW: The power supply has terminal connections for power and output signals for "On Batter," "Low Battery," "Replace Battery," and "Missing Battery." [I added the following cost analysis] UPS Cost Analysis $110.00 Cyber Power's Cyber Shield CS24U12V-12 $50.00 Leviton DC Supply Module...