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Can the Gigabyte GA-MA785GMT-UD2H handle HD quality video or should I get a graphics card? Here is the setup I was thinking of going with: CPU: AMD Athlon II X2 255 Socket AM3 part Motherboard: Gigabyte GA-MA785GMT-UD2H board Memory: OCZ 4GB (2 x 2GB) 240-Pin DDR3 HDD: Western Digital AV-GP...

I am looking to build my first HTPC. My objectives are the following: - Needs to be quite - Stream/play/record HD quality video - Run 24/7 Here is the hardware I was thinking of using. My budget is <$800. CPU: AMD Athlon II X2 255 Socket AM3 75 Motherboard: Gigabyte GA-MA785GMT-UD2H board...

Since I need to run a serial wire over a long distance I was going to make the run with Cat5 wire instead. How exactly would I connect the serial cable to Cat5 wire? Would I actually cut the serail cable in half and connect the wires manually or buy an adapter? If I can cut the serial cable...

My friend is looking for a solution that will tell him exactly where his laptop, remote, keys, etc are in his house. I told him RFID technology would probably be the best solution. As I don't know a lot about the technology, what specific products would he need to purchase (manufacturer)? He...

I have some general questions on Lutron products: 1. There seem to be a bunch of switches to choose from. Which Lutron switches can be operated when in a different room (RF) and are capable of scenes? 2. Do you need neutral wires for the Lutron switches? 3. What remotes can be used with...

Does anyone know of a 500GB NAS that offers web-sharing? Also, feel free to recommend a NAS. I just need it for pictures and music right now, but I may want to incorporate it into my home automation down the line. Thanks.

I am looking for an ir transmitter/receiver to create macros (i.e. turn on tv, turn on cable, turn on receiver with a push of a button) for my HT equipment? I was looking at the Ocelot and USB-UIRT but am not sure if they will work considering my computer is in a different room than my HT...

My father has asked me to help him build a home theater and audio distribution system for him. Before I describe the features he's looking to add, I need to stress the fact that this system has to be as easy as possible to control. He is in his 60's and is not all electronically inclined...

I'm looking for a remote that will control my HT equipment and z wave lighting. Initially, I was looking at the Harmony 890, but I have read many negative reviews on the remote. I would like to have a remote with mostly hard buttons and having macro capabilities I was also looking at the...

I am looking for a 600W dimmer that has 2 way capabilities (instant status, not polling) and ramping capabilities. Does the ACT ZDW120 have this or would I have to go with the Vizia line?

I've been out of the HS loop for a while and am trying to get back into it. What is the scoop with Vizia? I was just about to purchase the ZDW120 dimmers on homeseer and I saw the Vizia dimmers. What is the difference between the two? Is it worth the price? Thanks.

Hello all you cocooners. My wife and I just bought our first puppy and are starting to use a dog walker. As the dog walker is supposed to come to the house to walk the dog 30 mins. a day, I want to be sure she is doing so. Since she will be using the front door to come in and out of the...

I posted a question on CQC's forum and only received a partial answer, so I thought I would post the question here. I just learned that CQC has limited functionality with z-wave devices. Due to this, I presume it does not handle "instant status" like HS does. Does this mean that CQC uses...

Have you heard they are coming out with WirelessUSB devices in Q3 2006? The new wireless system is supposed to provide the normal 480-330Mbps transfer rate from 30ft. Syncing to this new technology will have 2 options: 1. Connect the camera, camcorder, automation device, etc. to the computer...

Are there any good ones out there? I have been researching HA for a couple months and even though I am still learning the basics, I can't stop getting more excited about this stuff. Thanks.

If I was to use MainLobby with HS, it says I can control lighting, HT, etc. through my television. Do this mean I still have to hook my computer up to my television and control everything using my computer mouse or can I actually control everything with my television remote?

Can the ZDW120W be used in conjunction with the ZTW100 to complete a 3-way light? If not, what modules do I need for a 3-way light? I would like to have "instant status" and scene capabilities with the light. http://homeseer.com/products/hardware/z-wave_hardware.htm

As a follow-up to my previous post "Music from PC to TV" can I wirelessly have my laptop monitor linked to my plasma?

Is there a wireless solution to listen to my PC music on my HT system? How reliable is this system? I would rather do this then run a cable from one to the other.

I need a tstat that will work with my Homeseer/z wave HA. I think my options are the Homepro model, TR16 or TR40. What are the differences in these? I dont want to spend an unneccessary about of money, yet I want to have bi-directional functionality. Also, are all of these units hooked up...