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I would like to install low voltage LED lights along the edges of my driveway and utilize various rules to control them based on criteria. I have an ELK M1 and Homeseer available for controlling the lights... and I'm thinking I could either incorporate a relay with the Elk panel, or utilize a...

I have a VL53L1X Time of Flight sensor that I would like to use to monitor cistern water levels and then control a pump relay to fill the cistern as needed. What I'm trying to find out is how long of a wire run can I have from the controller to the sensor and still have accurate readings. If...

I just picked up an Aeotech Multi-Sensor 7 to test and am trying to determine the best way to power it via the USB. I would ultimately like to mount it in a ceiling with the optional recessed ceiling mount, and I would like to power it via the USB source. If using batteries, the sensor doesn't...

I have an Elk M1 and UPB lighting and for the past three years I've been pleased with how stable and reliable the system has been. Over the weekend I added HomeSeer to my configuration because I would like to add more robust functionality.   My plan is to have Elk handle all the security aspects...

I am having trouble getting a rule to activate two separate tasks when the rule is triggered. I have one task that when activated turns off several lights. The second task sends a message to the front door lock instructing it to lock. I have both of these tasks in a rule that initiates when the...

I am trying to create a rule that will arm my M1 when a specific light is turned off. I have been able to create a rule that turns off all light when the M1 is armed when I leave but I can't seem to create a working rule that arms the M1.   I am using UPB for lighting and they have been working...

I'm running into an issue and haven't been able to figure it out. I successfully enrolled the Pulse Worx PIM-E and exported my UPB configuration from UPStart and imported it into my Elk. I initially created a rule that would turn on the exterior lights X hours after sunset and then a second...

I've been reading a lot of great information here and so far have avoided the analysis-paralysis of over thinking things...   I plan to implement in phases so as to minimize the initial complexity and frustration (for myself).   I will start with lighting and have decided on UPB but have a...

I've been doing a lot of reading here lately and feel I'm ready to start my endeavor...   With this post I ask those who respond to please confirm or correct my understanding so far from what I've been reading....   Back story... we are in a two-story house with all bedrooms on the second floor...

Found this site not too long ago and have been doing a lot of reading and think I'm about ready to pull the trigger and start irritating my wife with a new project.   Glad to be a part of the community.