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Pick Up Wireless Networks From Up to 1 Mile Away!

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C. Crane US3 Super USB WiFi Antenna 3

  • Incorporated WiFi wireless “N” technology allows for file transfer rates of up to 150MBps
  • WiFi strength of 28db EIRP (+/- 2db)
  • Waterproof and weatherproof design
  • Includes mounting hardware for both indoor and outdoor installation

This WiFi antenna offers some of the most powerful WiFi reception available on the market today. With a connection rate of up to 150Mbps, this antenna gives you lightning fast file transfer speeds from wireless networks up to one mile away. Incorporated WiFi wireless “N” technology and a special USB split cable bring you the most powerful reception possible. The software installs in minutes and is compatible with numerous operating systems. Because the antenna can pick up signals from so far away, it is perfect for homeowners in rural areas or for use while camping in an RV or mobile home.

Everything you will need to install this antenna inside or outside your home is included. Use the suctions cups on windows or walls if you are using the antenna in a vacation or rental home or wish to move the antenna around within the building. A hook and loop mounting strip and lanyard allow for a more permanent mounting solution. Water resistant and weatherproof, the antenna can even be mounted outdoors on the roof. A 15-foot USB cable and cable tie are provided to attach the unit to a vertical pole on the roof or around the outside of your home. The lanyard can also be used outdoors in horizontal applications. Read more

Do-it-Yourself Book: Learn How to Use INSTEON Home Automation Technology

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Whether you’re just getting started in home automation or even if you’re getting ready to upgrade, INSTEON products are a reliable and affordable solution. Using both the existing wires (power line) in the home and radio-frequency communication, INSTEON adds remote control and automation to lighting, appliance and home control applications of all types.INSTEON: Smarthomes for Everyone (Paperback) While INSTEON is designed for the average Do-It-Yourself homeowner, having a little extra help never hurts. INSTEON: Smarthomes for Everyone is a book that will make installation and programming your INSTEON devices a snap. It will guide you through the process of designing, installing and programming a complete and reliable Smarthome system. With step-by-step instructions, you will be able to setup path lighting, scene lighting, security and environment control with the touch of a button. Turn off lights over the Internet, close your garage door from work, shut off every light in your home from your nightstand and lock all the doors.
From beginner to expert, this book will guide you through the process with step-by-step instructions and leave you with a complete understanding of your system. Get more out of your home with INSTEON Smarthome technology.
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Breathe Easier & Save On Heating Bills With the Whole-Home Humidifier

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Honeywell HE220A Whole Home Bypass HumidifierPut an end to desert-like air in your home. The average humidity in the Sahara Desert is 25%. In the winter time, the average humidity inside some homes can be even lower, leading to dry skin, “carpet shock”, cracking woodwork and more. The reliable Honeywell HE220A Whole Home Humidifier works with your home’s heating and cooling system to maintain a proper, comfortable humidity level throughout the home. The HE220A will save you money by allowing you to turn down your thermostat a few degrees because humid air feels warmer. Plus, you don’t have the hassle of refilling the unit like you do with portable humidifiers.

The HE220A Bypass Flow-Through Humidifier uses the warm air furnace blower to provide humidification for the whole home. The HE220A works with virtually any Honeywell humidity control, but for optimal performance, use with the Honeywell Perfect Climate Comfort Center™ control. Read more

Decorate Your Home With Candles Without Having to Worry About the Dangers of a Real Flame

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Flipo FLA-I/OTABSC-BR Pacific Accents Montrose Wall Sconce - Burnt Red

  • Adds style, class, and ambience to any space
  • Sconce is composed of an etched iron cover with mirrored back to create intricate patterns of light and shadows
  • 3″ x 5″ white resin pillar candle
  • Can be used indoors or outdoors
  • LED flickers to resemble a real candle

Candlelight is an easy way to change the mood of your surroundings – creating a soothing environment after a long day, adding sophistication for parties, or enhancing romance for a night in. However, the potential for dripping or spilled wax and hazards of an open flame do not make candles the ideal lighting method. And if used outside, the gust of wind could easily extinguish the flame. This decorative lighting unit features an LED candle to replace existing candle fixtures. Constructed from resin, this flameless version looks just like traditional candles but requires less maintenance and can be used both inside and outside your home. There will no longer be wax to chip out of the glass container. You won’t have to constantly relight the flame or remember to blow it out. Simply flip the switch to turn the LED on and give the candle a lit appearance. Then, flip the switch to off when its light is no longer required. Because the candle operates off battery power, you won’t see any increases in your electricity bill. Read more

Ever wished you could add a light switch to a wall but didn’t because of the cost and hassle?

August 31, 2011 1 comment

RemoteLinc 2 - INSTEON Wireless Switch

With RemoteLinc 2, you’re free to place a switch wherever you need it! The RemoteLinc 2 Switch is an easy-to-use wireless remote that allows you to control INSTEON dimmers, switches and plug-in or receptacle dimmers. Now you can raise and lower light levels and program scenes for multiple lights from anywhere. Mount it to the wall to create a traditional switch in the perfect location – without having to rewire (wall mount bracket and wallplate sold separately). You can also make it a tabletop control for your nightstand, counter or coffee table by attaching it to a tabletop stand (sold separately); turn on your house lights from the car by attaching it to a visor clip (sold separately); or even use it as a lightweight handheld remote. The RemoteLinc 2 Switch is ultra-easy to install and operate, giving you the most flexibility for a truly smart home with INSTEON.

RemoteLinc 2 is powered by a rechargeable lithium battery. Based on average usage, expected battery life between charges is 9-12 months. Recharge using any standard USB Type A to Micro-B cable (sold separately).

How it Works
Like a traditional switch, tapping the top paddle turns your lights (or scenes) on and tapping the bottom paddle turns your lights (or scenes) off; press and hold the top paddle to brighten every light in the scene or press and hold the bottom paddle to dim every light in the scene. The LED status indicator blinks green for ON commands and red for OFF commands. The LED indicator will also let you know if a device did not acknowledge the command.

Additional programming options allow RemoteLinc 2 Switch to function as a 2-scene controller, making the top paddle control one scene and the bottom paddle control another. This can be set to alternate between ON and OFF for each press (toggle) or only send ON (non-toggle).
More Benefits

    • Power switch for disabling buttons (“vacation” or “pocket” mode)
    • Stuck Button Mode – saves battery life by going to sleep if button stuck down
    • Compatible with most decorator wallplates (Wall Mount Bracket required)
    • Built-in battery charge LED indicator

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