The Official Smarthome Blog – All Things Home Automation

This daily timer turns off appliances when you aren’t using them but also provides a gentle nightlight so you will never find yourself in complete darkness. The timer leaves just enough illumination to light walkways and keep scared children reassured. Up to 24 on/off settings can be programmed for a single day. When the timer turns off the connected devices, it automatically turns on its nightlight. Settings can be programmed in 30-minute intervals. You can schedule lamps to turn on at sunset so you will never have to come home to a dark house. Program fans or space heaters to turn off at bedtime so they don’t run all night when they aren’t needed. You will save energy by ensuring your appliances are powered only when they will be in use. Programming can be completed in a matter of minutes – a quick pin adjustment is all it takes. Pins are permanently attached so you won’t lose them. A convenient override button can suspend the timer with a simple flip of a switch. Use the timer with just about any 2-prong appliance including lamps, fans, heaters, fountains, and more. Read more

Enhance the versatility of your INSTEON network using I/O Linc – INSTEON Garage Door Control & Status Kit to let you know if you accidentally left the garage door open and remotely close it if necessary. This kit takes advantage of the bi-directional capability of I/O Linc – INSTEON Low Voltage / Contact Closure Interface ( 1 In / 1 Out ), allowing it to send a command that indicates the status of your garage door and to receive a command that operates the garage door. Using INSTEON automation, you can link a button on a KeypadLinc as a status light to indicate whether or not your garage door is open and remotely open or close the garage door from other areas of your property using that button or another button on a KeypadLinc, SwitchLinc or RemoteLinc. Read More

What Do Customers Say?

• 7-day timer with grounded outlet
• Allows 140 On/Off settings per week
• Large LCD display offers both 24-hour and AM/PM formatsT
• Retains settings even after a power outage

The Sylvania Heavy-Duty Mechanical Timer features a 3-prong time controlled grounded outlet which has added protection against wasteful stand-by power. The 140 On/Off settings allowed by this device give the user flexibility with scheduling and a deterrent against break-ins while away from the home. Added security and safety can be provided when programmed to automatically switch On and Off at random times to give your home a lived-in look. This is perfect for use while at work or on vacation. This device is programmed using the program buttons and large LCD screen. Set-up is very easy, and a back-up battery (Included) housed in the timer will retain all settings in the event of a power outage. Use this device to automatically control heavy-duty lamps and appliances. The timer can be used to control plug-in devices with a maximum load of 1,250 watts.

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The Thermo Cube is designed to turn your appliances on and off according to the current air temperature. It is able to achieve this instantly without the addition of a costly control unit. Save money and time by only running equipment when necessary. Perfect for automating weather-related electronic devices such as space heaters and fans. Thermo Cube’s weatherproof design makes it capable of indoor and outdoor applications. Each unit has two receptacles for use with more than one device and can operate loads up to 1800 Watts, 15 Amps and 120VAC.

Smarthome carries 5 models of the Thermo Cube: 

Thermo Cube TC-1 (On at 0 °F, Off at 10 °F)

Thermo Cube TC-2 (On at 20 °F, Off at 30 °F)

Thermo Cube TC-3 (On at 35 °F, Off at 45 °F)

Thermo Cube TC-21 (On at 78 °F, Off at 70 °F)

Thermo Cube TC-22 (On at 120 °F, Off at 100 °F)

 Each model is designed to turn your appliances and other electronic devices on and off at pre-set air temperatures. Decide which model is perfect for you and head on over to Smarthome.com.

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There’s no need to worry about inflated water bills when you install the Melnor 101 Flowmeter Water Timer. With two different settings, you’ll ensure your lawn or garden gets the perfect amount of water.

Don’t worry that low water pressure might leave your lawn under watered. Set the timer to Automatic Shut-Off to automatically shut the water off after the desired amount has been delivered, at any pressure or amount of time. Or set the timer to Continuous Flow to bypass the timer and allow the water to be turned on and off like a faucet. Read more