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Overview

View your pets while you're away from anywhere in the world
Automatic pet feeding provides peace of mind
Access and control included camera from any Internet-connected computer in the world

Essential Info

Worry about your pets while you're away? Now you can keep an eye on them while away with the power of Ergo Pet Feeders and INSTEON home control technology. Our pet feeding & viewing kit allows you to both feed your pets & view them from a computer anywhere in the world. You can also automatically have images of your pets at feeding time emailed to you on at scheduled times. Set-up is a snap and kits come with everything you need.

NOTE: To feed pets from a remote location, you must already have the ability to access your home computer remotely (Internet and computer up and running, remote desktop, or similar remote access application).

Hands-On Research
Like many pet owners, we think about (and miss!) our pets while we're away. We have 2 cats and have set up their care to be very automated so while we are at work they are taken care of with an automated washable litter box, an automatic water bowl and this Pet feeding & viewing kit. How we use it is we bring our laptop, remote into our computer and "drop food" so that they come to the feeder. We can then see them on the camera and know they are o.k. We always have a friend stop by daily to check on them, but this gives us peace of mind that anytime (as long as they're hungry!) we want to check on them, without bothering our friend, we can.

Due to excessive weight, Smarthome will add a heavy-item shipping charge to this item. This charge will be reflected in the shipping amount on the check-out page.

Manuals/Software

Quick Start Guide

What's Included

Included in Large Auto Pet Feeder box:

Large Autopetfeeder

Dishwasher Safe Bowl

24 Hour Programmable Timer

Non-chewable Cord

Included in INSTEON PowerLinc Controller USB box:

INSTEON PowerLinc Controller USB

Quick-start guide

Included in INSTEON ApplianceLinc V2 3-Pin box:

INSTEON ApplianceLinc V2 3-Pin

Quick-start guide

Included in Panasonic Camera box:

Panasonic Network Camera - BL-C1A

Camera

Bracket

Power supply

Mounting hardware

Software CD-ROM

Instructions

Timer Software CD
Quick Start Guide w/Instructions for how to set-up entire kit

More Info

Setting Up Your Kit

Place the feeder indoors near a power outlet. Plug the feeder's power cable into the ApplianceLinc's controlled outlet and then plug the ApplianceLinc into the power outlet.

Install the timer software onto your home PC. Connect the PowerLinc Controller to the computer with the included USB cable and plug the PowerLinc directly into a wall outlet.

Follow the software instructions for setting up the connection between your computer and the ApplianceLinc that is connected to the feeder. Once complete, you will be able to turn the feeder ON or OFF from the computer (locally or remotely). You can also create a timed schedule from either the computer or from a built-in timer on the feeder itself.

Camera Setup

The Panasonic Network Camera is easy to install, easy to operate and requires no additional software for viewing on your PC. A setup software CD-ROM is included, but this UPnP-compatible camera has an internal web server, so you don't need to keep a PC on the premises to view its images remotely. Just connect it to your local network (Ethernet cable sold separately), and you'll be able to access it from any Internet-connected PC by accessing the free web address you assign it through viewnetcam.com and entering your user name and password.

Information About Each of the Included Products

Ergo Pet Feeder
Designed for either cats or dogs over 15 pounds, this remarkable feeder can be programmed to dispense food up to eight times a day, seven days a week, 365 days a year. Food is delivered to the bowl over several minutes, using a slow-moving auger, which is totally pet safe, even if Fido sticks his tongue up the food chute! An additional stirring mechanism inside the storage container minimizes the possibility of clogs and jams. If your pet weighs under 15 pounds, this kit is also available with a small feeder.

Each Autopetfeeder includes a dishwasher-safe bowl for easy cleaning and a 24-hour programmable timer with built-in battery backup. A non-chewable cord ensures pet safety.

INSTEON PowerLinc Controller and Timer Software
The INSTEON PowerLinc Controller is a stand-alone home automation interface for controlling lights, appliances, heating/air conditioning systems and alarm systems. This module has on-board memory so timers can be downloaded without the need to leave your computer up and running. This home automation interface uses a USB connection for downloading timer and event macros.

The Timer Software runs on computers that use Microsoft Windows® 98se, Windows 2000 or Windows XP Home or Professional. It does not run on Windows "server" versions of 2000 or 2003.

Panasonic Network Camera
The Panasonic Network Camera provides high-quality color video that can be viewed from any Internet-connected PC in the world. The Panasonic Network Camera can be viewed from a standard web browser or even a compatible cell phone. Place the camera in your home, office, vacation home or anywhere else you'd like to keep an eye on things. No PC is required on location.

View images whether it's daytime or night. The Panasonic Network Camera offers a color night view mode with 4-Lux low-light capability. For viewing in total darkness, add an IR illuminator (sold separately). If you don't need to watch your pet as he eats, you can purchase this kit without the Panasonic camera.

Please remember that although this kit allows you to monitor and feed your pet remotely, it is not a substitute for normal pet care you would use while away.

Other Automated Pet Products Available:
Litter Control for Dogs
Litter Control for Cats
Automatic Entry Doors
Automatic Water Systems
Automatic Feeding Systems

Specifications

Large Pet Feeder Specifications
Manufacturer:	Ergo Systems
Manufacturer Product No.:	2000GS
Dimensions:	17" x 10" x; 16"
Weight of Pets:	Less than 15 lbs.
Storage Capacity:	5 lbs.
Max Food Size:	no greater than 3/4"
Minimum Timer Increment	One minute
Max feeds per day:	8 feeding per 24 Hours
Feed Rate per Minute	3/16 cup

USB PowerLinc Specifications
Smarthome Product No.:	2414U
UPC:	891114000143
Software:	Sold Separately
Downloadable memory:	32KB
Internal battery:	10 years
Pass-Through Outlet:	Yes, rated for up to 15 amps
Warranty:	2 years

ApplianceLinc Specifications
General
Manufacturer:	SmartLabs, Inc.
Brand:	Smarthome
Manufacturer Product Number	2456S3, INSTEON ApplianceLinc (3-Pin)
UPC:	891114000075
Warranty	2 years (upgradedable to 7 years)
Operation
Status LED	White
Local Control	Load sensing (can be disabled)
Setup Memory	Non-volatile EEPROM
INSTEON Features
INSTEON Addresses	1 hard-coded out of 16,777,216 possible
INSTEON Links	417
INSTEON Powerline Frequency	131.65 KHz
INSTEON Minimum Transmit Level	3.2 Vpp into 5 Ohms
INSTEON Minimum Receive Level	10 mVpp nominal
INSTEON Messages Repeated	Yes
Mechanical
Operating Conditions	Indoors, 32 to 122°F, up to 85% relative humidity
Dimensions	4.0" H x 2.5" W x 1.5" D
Weight	5 oz
Electrical
Supply Voltage	120 Volts AC +/- 10%, 60 Hertz, single phase
Surge Protection	MOV rated for 150 Volts
Power Plug	3-pin grounded
Pass-through Outlet	3-pin grounded
Controlled Outlet	3-pin grounded
Maximum Load	480 Watts
Maximum Amps	15 Amps (for inductive loads)
Certification	Safety tested for use in USA and Canada (ETL #3017581)
X10 Features
X10 Primary Address	1 optional (comes unassigned)
X10 Scene Addresses	255 possible
X10 Status Request	Supported
X10 Powerline Frequency	121 KHz
X10 Minimum Transmit Level	3.2 Vpp into 5 Ohms
X10 Minimum Receive Level	20 mVpp nominal
X10 Messages Repeated	No

Panasonic Network Camera Specifications
Manufacturer:	Panasonic
Manufacturer Product No.:	BL-C1A
UPC:	037988845040
Dimensions:	3 3/8" x 3 3/8" x 1" (85mm x 85mm x 25mm)
Weight:	0.22 lbs. (100g)
Image Compression:	JPEG
Video Streaming Format:	Motion JPEG
Video Resolution:	640 x 480, 320 x 240, 160 x 120
Image Compression Level:	Selectable from 3 levels: favor motion, standard, favor clarity
Maximum Frame Rate:	15 fps (320 x 240, 160 x 120); 7.5 fps (640 x 480) in favor motion
Authentication:	ID/password
Users:	Administrator, up to 50 general users
Max. User Access:	20
Network Protocol:	TCP, UDP, IP, HTTP, FTP, SMTP, DHCP, DNS, ARP, ICMP, POP3, NTP, UPnP
Image Buffer:	Approx. 250 frames (320 x 240, standard image quality)
Image Transfer:	E-mail/FTP
Maximum Bandwidth Control:	0.1/0.2/0.3/0.5/1.0/Mbps/Unlimited
Multi-Camera Screen:	Up to 12 cameras
Multi-Language Display:	English, French, German, Italian, Spanish, Russian, Chinese, Korean, Japanese
Horizontal Viewing Angle:	53°
Image Sensor:	1/4" 320,000 pixels CMOS
Focus:	Fixed
Focusing Area:	11 13/16" (0.3m) to infinity
Aperture:	F2.8
Illumination:	Normal: 10-10,000 Lux/color night view: 4-10,000 Lux
Network Interface:	RJ45 Ethernet (10 Base-T/100 Base-TX)
Mount:	Desktop, wall/ceiling, tripod
Tripod Thread Hole:	Back
Power Source:	9V DC (120V AC adapter)
Maximum Power Consumption:	1.7W
Viewer PC System Requirements:	Windows 98SE, 2000, Me, XP; IE 6.0 or later
Operating Temperature:	41° F to 104° F (5° C to 40° C)
Operating Humidity:	20-80%, non-condensing; indoor use only
Warranty:	1 year, limited

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