Starting in 2007, Daylight Saving Time has been changed from the first Sunday in April through the last Sunday in October to the second Sunday in March through the first Sunday in November. This can affect a number of software applications, especially those that run home automation timers. Many software vendors have addressed the issue of this change in Daylight Saving Time.
Updating Your Operating System
First, make sure that your computer's operating system is updated to be compatible with the new daylight saving time. Below are the update paths for the most common operating systems used for home automation.
| Operating System |
Update Path |
| Windows Vista, XP SP2, Server 2003 |
Update using Microsoft Windows Update service. |
| Windows 2000 or earlier |
Update manually. Full details available on Microsoft's support website. |
| Mac OS X 10.4.5 or later |
No further action is necessary. |
| Mac OS X prior to 10.4.5 |
Update manually. Full details available on Apple's support website |
No Update Needed
The following INSTEON-compatible software packages will work correctly in conjunction with the Daylight Saving Time change. However, they may depend on the associated computer's operating system's being updated as indicated above.
Easy Update
Essential Timer Software (SmartLabs Design) automatically downloads an update upon the next launch of the software. Make sure your computer's operating system has been updated as indicated above.
Follow these three simple steps:
- The update will download automatically upon launch of Timer Software.
- After performing the update , go to "Setup" -> "Options" -> "Reset Timer Application."
- After the change in time for the new Daylight Saving Time, open the Timer Software to update the INSTEON PowerLinc Controller
Last updated: 12/31/07
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