The Official Smarthome Blog – All Things Home Automation

The Securityman ClearCam cctv security camera has longer waves at 900 MHZ range which give the clearcam wireless security camera the ability to perform in areas where 2.4GHZ and others fail because of the clearcam’s ability to be interference resistant.
With 2 separate channels to select from the clearcam wireless camera system will also work alongside other cctv wireless video security systems and is compatible with the DVR-04 and NDVR-04.

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Manage your home’s network of automated lighting and appliances using your PC. SmartLabs Designs’ HouseLinc 2 – INSTEON Desktop Software w/USB Interface gives you the power to manage your entire INSTEON network. Create scenes and timed events for lights and appliances that are controlled by your INSTEON-compatible or X10-compatible devices. This kit comes with everything you need: HouseLinc 2 software, a HouseLinc 2-enabled PowerLinc Modem – INSTEON USB Interface (Dual-Band) and a USB cable. The dual-band interface sends and receives both powerline and radio frequency (RF) INSTEON signals, so it doubles as an Access Point. This makes it ideal for new INSTEON installs and if have or plan to use an RF-only INSTEON-compatible remote, thermostat, motion sensor and contact sensor.

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Also Available with a Serial Interface

The Serial INSTEON PowerLinc Modem is a serial-based home automation interface that allows PC- and hardware-based automation controllers to control INSTEON-compatible lights, appliances, heating/air conditioning systems and alarm systems directly via the INSTEON network. This home automation interface uses simple RS-232 commands, allowing any device with a programmable serial port to send INSTEON commands easily, making controllers such as SimpleHomeNet’s and Universal Devices’ IP bridges instantly INSTEON compatible. The dual-band interface sends and receives both powerline and radio frequency (RF) INSTEON signals, so it doubles as an Access Point. This makes it ideal for new INSTEON installs and if have or plan to use an RF-only INSTEON-compatible remote, thermostat, motion sensor and contact sensor.

Please Note: The controller connected to the Serial INSTEON PowerLinc Modem must remain powered on and running the controller program connected to the controller or host at all times of usage.

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The GE Advanced Remote turns on/off and adjusts the brightness level of Z-Wave enabled lights, as well as operates the on/off functions of Z-Wave enabled small appliances. Users create and manage custom lighting schemes by controlling up to 18 individual lights, 18 groups, and 18 scenes. The LCD menu screen allows for quick navigation of remote features and easy-to-read command feedback, while the timer function allows for up to nine timed events to be automatically activated in the home. The remote also works with Z-Wave enabled thermostats.

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The CLEARVU2 consists of a DVR and four indoor/outdoor cameras, which allow you to see and record multiple areas of your business or home. The cameras are equipped with automatically activating night vision that allows you to see your property and belongings, even in total darkness! You can also record up to 154 continuous days of video footage and customizable recording options and warning alarms.

This system is extremely user-friendly and you can have it up and running in a matter of minutes because everything is truly plug and play. Auto-start recording ensures that the CLEARVU2 will automatically begin recording as soon as you plug it in to a power outlet. Capture up to 154 continuous days of video and once the hard drive is filled you can choose to overwrite your old video or have the unit stop recording.

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