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  1. LightenUP

    LARGE UPB INSTALL

    In Augusta, a home with the lower two floors all UPB. A mixture of PCS and SA are used. 7 switch panels and multiple transmitters throughout. Actually went smoothly with the split phase repeater installed. 5 breaker panels and communication reports levels at only 30 lesters for all units. I...
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    Intermatic

    I wanted to mention or read about what or how this will affect those of you who use their product. They apparently are going to no longer have a consumer line. The Z-Wave or InTouch products will be phased out. So would you use other Z-Wave products from other Mfgs? Has anyone else heard this...
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    Noise filter for panel

    http://www.leviton.com/OA_HTML/ibeCCtpItmD...p;section=10314 Has anyone ever tried this to filter noise from an exterior source? With UPB, I understand, that they work off different protocals but I have had success filtering a TV using a X-10 filter allowing the unit in the bedroom on the same...
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    Driveway Probes

    Has anyone discussed otions for this type control? The preference is wireless transmitions. I have used one that doesn't seem 100%.
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    batteryless, wireless transmitter

    http://www.adhocelectronics.com/Products/W...ighting-Control What are your thoughts. At least this technology is available now and it's not wishfull thinking.
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    NEW LIGHT TECHNOLOGY

    I thought this was really pretty cool and wanted to share. Ahh, innovation will save us from ourselves as long as we promote innovation possitively. Imagine painting a desk then powering it with a 9 volt battery and the thing just glows. Okay that may not be the right application but oh the...
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    insects tripping motion IR cameras

    I do not have any part information to describe. I'm trying to support a friend and may need more information. Anyways he tied a UPB input output device to respond when the camera closes its contacts to turn on lighting. The problem is on the camera there is a light that attracts large moths etc...
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    How to use the I/O CM-01

    We are using the CM-01 more and more and was curious to hear how some of you have used it in the past. Some of our applications are with garage doors or gated entries. The CM-01 can also be used in certain fireplaces and curtain control devices. The unit can also be controlled to be off during...
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    THREE PHASE REPEATER FOR UPB

    Have it installed and all leds or indicating proper power and it will function in Upstart. However I'm using an adapter for serial to USB connections to interface with the unit. Apparently my connection or adapter keeps losing its connection. Also when a signal is generated the LEDs don't seem...
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    UPB IN COMMERCIAL APPS

    I am going to play with a three phase repeater. Are there any folks using UPB in a restaurant setting for lighting control? Are there any type of light commercial applications that you have been successful with? I will guess that most current locations have some type of lighting control in the...
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    Two UPB issues

    So as the description says I had a controller in the Master bedroom with a Samsung Either plasma or LCD (not sure :( ). The controller was affected by the TV to not be able to turn three units on. I moved the timer to the laundry and found undercabinet kichen lights were also causing noise so I...
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    Cool application

    A friend of mine worked on this porject and just wanted to share it with you all. [i]Here is the finished installation of my waterfall freeze protection project. I found a GREAT box for the installation at Home Depot (top box in first pic). It is a sprinkler timer cabinet made by Orbit...
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    UPB remote?

    I know there is the X-10 to UPB bridge. I also know of a IR switch from PCS. There's even a wireless and batteryless EnOcean switch that could work. If the customer demands a remote,,,,,which do you recomend?
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    Questions to sell automation

    I will say that most people now are becomming familiar with automation in their homes. However some still are a bit resistant to the concept. What types of questions do you all use to get the interest level to rise when it comes to someone that maybe isn't sure if they really need it? With some...
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    FCC & PLC

    Does it matter that most UPB products like the Simply Automated line isn't FCC approved? I know the HD world is comming fast along with other PLC technologies to acheive some level of networking, so would there potentially be a conflict in the near future reagrding this type of command and control?
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    Likes and Dislikes

    The Control 4 Zigbee stuff any good? I recently visited a home owner that had an approximate $15,000 system and he raves its so simple even he can add devices. I know the system may not be able to handle the advanced automation that you all seem to be doing but for a small guy who is only...
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    Great Noise Guy

    RFI Services 6469 Old Solomons Island Rd. Tracy's Landing, MD 20779 Phone 240-508-3760 FAX 410-257-4514 Email us here for more information "How to" locate tips " How to" Locate Radio Frequency Interference (RFI) or Television Interference (TVI) in a Home All steps should be...
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    Benefits of M1

    If i was to only control lighting in the home with maybe other automated features like thermostat, some IP compatibility, and other contact closing devices, is the M1 the way to go? I've never used it before and wondered if touch screens are easy to program and install or if the screens need...
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    Lighting Control

    As far as home automation goes do most customers have all the bells and whistles meaning audio,video,security, thermestat, etc. All I'd like to do is lighting control. I currently sell and install lighting outside and have those systems running off UPB. This does get me inside and during...
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    UPB Installers

    Just got back from Cleveland where UPB was working then an issue arrose. All the devices were phased then an addition was built. After construction we noticed the signal was diminished though still alligned. Also noise became a problem. One day there was alot of it then while I was there the...
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