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I currently have 2 independent heating system in my house. Hydronic floor controled with Aube th-135 thermostat (24 volts) and a Lenox air handler with electric heat (forced air) controled by a Lenox Thermostat.   I've installed a zone controller (5 zones) and proper motorized damper on the...

Hi,   I have 2 heat source on my house and was wondering if we can hook 2 heat source to the same HAI thermostat (RC-2000 or RC1000)?  The HAI thermostat are controlled by my CQC server.   My first source and main heating source is Radiant floor with 24 volts thermostat (Aube TH135) that trigger...

Hi,   I'm quickly stopping by to post an update on my automation project.   So far here's what I've settle on.  There are few pieces I need to find more information about.  Any input from members is very welcome.   Brain of the system Elk-M1 CQC - 1 iPad per room (Still have to buy few tablets)...

Hi, I can't decide where exactly to put the outdoor motion sensor so I'm asking for your tough. It's my first install after all.. Here's a link of 3 possible option I have a porch that go along 2 side of the house. I can put the motion in way it would cover both side of the porch but would...

I have a up to code stand alone Smoke detector one per floor and I'd like to have some more smoke linked to my M1 to monitor bedrooms. I have no clue what to look for (brand, spec, etc.. ) for smoke sensor connected to my M1. I'm looking for brand/model recommendation Thanks in advance for...

Quick question. I'm planning for the alarm in my garage and I have a simple question. I have a M1 Gold system and in order to protect / monitor my garage with the same system what would be the ideal way. The garage is about 150 feet from the alarm panel. I have a 4 inches conduit from the...

DId anyone used any of these? Optex OS-12C http://www.optex.co.jp/as/eng/pedestrian/os12c.html http://www.ot-inc.com/products/pdfs/os12c_manual_english.pdf I'm thinking in installing 2 of these per inside door to replicate what Jon did but with off the shelf parts. Jon Work ...

Hi, I was reading some folks are using the ELK-9200 Relay box to power down their hot water tank during the day to save energy. I taught the idea was great and I bought all the hardware for it. Then while discussing with a friend he told me it might take more energy to bring the water tank...

Anyone with experience with Unlach and HES 8300 How noisy is the 8300 and Unlatch? I have no preference for the installation just looking for something not to noisy and reliable. Any experience with either one?

Alrigh I've ordered few SA UPB switches from a provider. I got all my switches but when I opened the boxed I'm baffled. I ordered US11-40-W and USR1-40-W. The US11-40-W are fine. No question these. That's where it get's interesting. My USR1-40-W have label on the boxes from a P-Touch...

Is there anyone out there who ever used one of these "T24MX" by MOBOTIX ?? I'm considering ordering one. Let me know!

I'm back again with more questions. I need to set up 2 doorbells (front door side door). I have nothing in place now and I have full access to run wires. I was thinking using a single contact button at each door and wire them as a Normally Open contact to the ELK. Then use the ELK / CQC to...

HI, I have some UPB switches installed and my ELK will be installed this week-end. I'm planning to get a CQC server running shortly but now I have questions. To what level of light automation did you set your systems? How far did you go? It's one thing to install all the UPB hardware and...

Hi, Simple question I hope. I have a ELK M1G on a UPS truck that I'll get Tuesday (Missed the delivery today and they are close on the WE plus it's a long week-end :wacko: I was planing to play with the system over the week-end but I no longer have that luxury. Next week I'll need to...

With the heat deal for the Mi Casa Verde 2 controller I'm wondering if this would complement well an ELK system. I just purchased my Elk M1G (Still in the UPS truck somewhere) and I'm looking to do UPB, Z-wave, schelage locks and IP camera later on. For the well knowledgeable folks out there...

Hi, I've purchased some VIP94-2n contacts and based on Flairsecurity web site they are rated for 3/4" to 1" gag. See their description bellow. Features: 3/8" Dia. x 3/4" L White and Brown Closed Loop UL Approved 18" Wire Leads 3/4" Gap, Bare Donut Magnet Description: The VIP Contacts are...

0-1707-0 - Visonic DISC ET Ceiling Mount PIR Energy Management Occupancy Sensor With Timer Anyone have use these? I'll will be experimenting with a unit and I would like some of your input if you already used one. Also in the wiring they mention the following: A. Connect the TAMP N.C...

Hi, I'm ready to purchase an ELK M1G controller and I'm looking for some guidance on what option should I include with the intial purchase to get started. My initial goal is for home automation. Here's what I have now all wired, ready to be connected to the system: 32 door/windows contacts 12...

Hi, I'm looking for a dawn/dusk (daylight sensor) tat can connect to an elk system. The sensor would be mounted on the roof of my house. Any brand suggestion on this type of sensor? I looked at my local hardware store and they only sell the one that directly control the light circuit. I...

Hi, I've been working on my project for a while and will need some advise. I want to detect presence in rooms of my house for automation purpose. I would also like to detect movement in the halleway and stairs for the same purpose. I'm thinking of installing a bunch of these for the each end...