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Learning Center / Solutions / INSTEON & X10 |
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| What is a Smarthome? A smarthome has its lighting, security, climate control and audio/video systems interconnected to allow automatic and remote control of the entire house. A smart home adds value to your life and home by saving energy and improving comfort, safety, and convenience. |
Can Anyone Create a Smart Home? Creating a smarthome is as easy as 1, 2, 3. You can start small and grow along with your needs. Best of all, with SmartLabs Design products, your home is already wired. |
How Do I Start? To begin, select something in your home you would like to control automatically or remotely. The sections below are grouped by the type of light or appliance to control. |
Step One: What Do You Want to Control? What Style Would You Prefer?
| Incandescent (Dimmable Loads) |
SwitchLinc Dimmer
- 600W (2476D/2477D) or 1000W (2476DH/2477DH) Capacity
- 400+ Scenes Capable
- 32 Brightness Levels
- Programmable Preset & Fade Levels
- True Rocker Action Multi-Way Circuit Support
- Dual-band SwitchLinc dimmers support INSTEON RF (send, receive and repeat)
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KeypadLinc
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6 or 8 Programmable Transmit/Status Buttons
- Integrated 600-watt dimmer
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400+ Scenes Capable
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32 Brightness Levels
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Programmable Preset & Fade Levels
- Multi-Way Circuit Support
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ToggleLinc Dimmer
- 600W
- Traditional Toggle Style
- 400+ Scenes Capable
- 32 Brightness Levels
- Programmable Preset & Fade Levels
- Multi-Way Circuit Support
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LampLinc
- 300W
- 3-Pin Configuration
- 400+ Scenes Capable
- 64 Scene Capable
- Pass-Through Outlet Up to 15 Amps
- Programmable Preset & Fade Levels
- Multi-Way Circuit Support
- Plug-and-Tap Setup
- Dual-band LampLinc supports INSTEON RF (send, receive and repeat)
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In-LineLinc Dimmer
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300W
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400+ Scenes Capable
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32 Brightness Levels
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Programmable Preset & Fade Levels
- Perfect for Locations without a Switch
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Countdown Timer
- Up to 8 Preset Timer Durations From 2 Minutes To 4 Hours
- Visually Displays Amount Of Time Left On Countdown Timer
- One-Minute Warning Flashes Your Lights Before Turning Off
- Integrated Dimmer Can Be Disabled For On/Off-Only Control
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| Fluorescent Lighting/Inductive Motor/Low-Voltage Lights (Non-dimmable Loads) |
SwitchLinc Relay
- 13A Inductive
- 480-watt Capacity
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True Rocker Action
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80% Quieter than Other Brands
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400+ Scenes Capable
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15-Minute Built-in Timer(2476ST only)
- Ideal for Motor & Fluorescent Loads
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ToggleLinc Switch
- 2-Way Communicating
- 13A Inductive
- Traditional Toggle Style
- Night Light LED
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In-LineLinc Relay
- 13A Inductive
- 400-Watt Capacity
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400+ Scenes Capable
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80% Quieter than Other Brands
- Perfect for Locations without a Switch
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ApplianceLinc
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480 W
- 3-Pin Configuration
- 400+ Scenes Capable
- Pass-Through Outlet — Up to 15 Amps
- Plug-and-Tap Setup
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OutletLinc
- 480W
- 400+ Scenes Capable
- Bottom outlet is always on
- 15-amp relay
- Perfect for automating lamps and appliances plugged into exposed outlets
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Outdoor ApplianceLinc
- Rated for outdoor use
- 15A Inductive
- 1800-Watt Capacity
- 400+ Scenes
- Perfect for landscape or holiday lighting control
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| Household Appliance Control |
EZRain INSTEON/X10 Sprinkler Control
- Memorizes Up To 4 Program Sequences
- Drives Standard 24vac Sprinkler Valves
- Repeats INSTEON Signals
- Pass-Through Outlet - Up To 15 Amps
- 120v Ac Input
- 24v Ac Output
- INSTEON And X10 Compatible
- Free Windows XP Utility Download
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INSTEON Thermostat Control
- Adjust the thermostat from a keypad in another room, on your way home from work
- Thermostat Adapter can be purchased separately (2441V) if you already own a Venstar thermostat
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Wireless INSTEON Motion/Occupancy Sensor
- Automatically turns INSTEON devices off after motion stops (adjustable anywhere between 30 seconds and 2 hours)
- Optional night-only mode allows you to keep your lights off during the day
- Adjustable high/low motion sensitivity provides flexible placement
- Adjustable day/night threshold
- Remotely control your INSTEON devices
- Excellent range - up to 150' from nearest Access Point or other dual-band product
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TriggerLinc
- Automatically control lights and appliances when doors open and close
- Wire standard security sensors to TriggerLinc to monitor several doors and windows
- Battery-operated for easy installation
- Excellent range - up to 150' from nearest Access Point or other dual-band product
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SynchroLinc
- Automatically shut off power to vampire power sucking appliances when you turn off your computer, TV and more
- Can be used to provide advanced on/off status for conditional automation logic
- Create a notification if a critical appliance fails
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iMeter Solo
- Measures power consumption of an appliance on your PC
- Data retrieved using HouseLinc 2 or ISY-99i computer controllers
- Use as many iMeter Solo's as desired
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Step Two: How Are You Going To Control Your Smarthome?
| Wall Keypads, Handheld and Tabletop Remotes |
KeypadLinc
- 6 or 8 Programmable Transmit/Status Buttons
- Integrated 600-Watt Dimmer
- Custom-Etched buttons available
- Multi-Way Circuit Support
- 400+ Scenes Capable
- 32 Brightness Levels
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TouchLinc
- Beautiful 7" color touchscreen with super clear 800 x 400 resolution
- Native INSTEON Control & Status
- Virtually no limit to the number of rooms and/or scenes, devices or buttons
- Super-simple user interface with audible button press feedback
- Programming from HouseLinc wireless via Wi-Fi
- Kit includes TouchLinc, Stand, USB Drive & Wrap-around Adapter and Power Supply
- Version 1.1 release with loads of upgrades coming by the Expected In Stock date noted above and many more coming soon
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RemoteLinc
- World's First INSTEON Wireless Remote Control
- 6 Sets of Programmable On/Off Buttons
- Dedicated "Bright" and "Dim" Buttons
- Dedicated "All On" and "All Off" Buttons
- Up to 150' Range (Line of Sight)
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IRLinc
- Compatible with most programmable remote controls
- Talk-back LED confirms compatible IR commands
- 417 Scene capable
- Plug and Play Setup
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IES Touch Screen
- High-resolution 3.6-inch touch-sensitive color display provides easy, intuitive control
- Configuration software included for individual customization
- Programmed with a computer, but doesn't require one for operation
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ControLinc
- 5 Sets of Programmable On/Off Buttons
- 400+ Scenes Capable
- Dedicated "Bright" and "Dim" Buttons
- Plug and Play Setup
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| Computer/Web Control |
HouseLinc Desktop
- Easily set up scenes for your entire INSTEON network from your PC
- Schedule lights to turn on and off at specific times and create lighting events (timers require PC to be on)
- Automatic Network Discovery
- Windows 2000/XP/Vista/7 (32-bit or 64-bit)
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INSTEON-Compatible Elk M1 Gold Kit and ISY-99i Controller with Dual-Band INSTEON Interface
- Security panel is expandable up to 208 on-board zones and 144 wireless zones
- 500+ word/phrase vocabulary for voice announcements of alarms or zone status
- Built-in telephone remote control makes any phone a keypad
- Backlit, large-character flush-mount LCD keypad
- Configure and Program INSTEON Devices
- Remotely Accessible from any Standard Web Browser
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INSTEON-Compatible Girder WHP Software
- Scene Device Setup And Events
- Direct Control And Timer-Based Events
- Real-Time Weather Updates
- Supports a wide range of hardware - including infrared audio/video devices
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Pro-100 Home Automation Controller
- Complete Telephone Integration
- Web Browser Control
- Text To Speech Processing
- Email Functionality
- Full SSL Protected Remote Access
- Control Lighting, Appliances, Security, Hvac And Home Theater Components
- Supports VBScript, JavaScript, And Perl
- Software And Plug-Ins For Full Flexibility And Compatibility
- No Fans Or Moving Parts
- Requires INSTEON-enabled Powerlinc Controller For INSTEON Control
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INSTEON-Compatible ISY-99i Home Automation Controller with PLM
- Configure and Program INSTEON and X10 Devices
- Remotely Accessible from any Standard Web Browser
- Timer and Macro Functions are Stored in Internal Memory
- Supports 256 Device and Scene Control and 300 Programs
- Does Not Require a PC to Operate
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PowerLinc
- Supports Timers, Macros, Sequences and Conditional Events (2414U only)
- USB Support
- Pass-Through Outlet — Up to 15 Amps (2414U only)
- Compatible with Smarthome Manager Essential Timer Software
- 10-Year Battery Back-Up
- Astronomical Clock
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Mcontrol
- Simple On-Screen Navigation And Setup
- Direct Control And Timer-Based Events
- Operating System: Windows 2000, Windows XP, Home Edition, Windows XP Professional, Windows XP Media Centre Edition 2005, Windows Vista
- Includes PowerLinc V2 Controller
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Step Three: Enhancements ensure the quality of your system
with the proper signal transmission and strength.
| Enhancements |
Access Point
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Passes Signals to both electrical phases of a house
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Repeats INSTEON Signals
- Bridges RF-only INSTEON devices with power line-only INSTEON devices
- Uses 900MHZ Band
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FilterLinc
- Prevents signal-absorbing Devices from weakening INSTEON commands
- Eliminates powerline interference
- Recommended for A/V, computers & power strips
- Pass-through outlet and 10-amp
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Last updated on November 18, 2011 | |  |
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