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| HouseLinc 2 - INSTEON Desktop Software with USB Interface |
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| Item# 2412UH |
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Overview
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- New and Improved Device Support: More features for more products
- Schedule lights to turn on and off at specific times and create lighting events
- Easily set up scenes for your entire INSTEON network from your PC
- Background link management means you can make changes while HouseLinc 2 syncs with your INSTEON network
- Computer must remain on for timers and triggered events
- Contains HouseLinc 2 software plus HouseLinc 2-enabled INSTEON PowerLinc Modem
- Note: HouseLinc 2 Upgrade Program has ended. Any upgrade orders placed before 12/31/08 will ship by 2/2/09.
Essential Info
Manage your home's network of automated lighting and appliances using your PC. SmartLabs Designs' HouseLinc 2 - INSTEON Desktop Software w/USB Interface gives you the power to manage your entire INSTEON network. Create scenes and timed events for lights and appliances that are controlled by your INSTEON-compatible or X10-compatible devices. This kit comes with everything you need: HouseLinc 2 software, a HouseLinc 2-enabled PowerLinc Modem and a USB cable. If you prefer a serial connection, HouseLinc 2 - INSTEON Desktop Software w/Serial Interface is available separately. Several improvements have been made to the original INSTEON HouseLinc Desktop Software. Some of these new features include: - Background link management: Adding devices, creating links and building scenes all update in the background freeing up your desktop allowing you to make changes within the software even during network synchronization
- Improved INSTEON product support: Adds an enhanced feature set for new and existing INSTEON products
- New look: Intuitive link status feedback, eye-friendly buttons and user-friendly menus
- HouseLinc/PLM (PowerLinc Modem) scenes: Events now support simultaneous response for all scene members. These scenes are especially handy for events containing a large number of INSTEON devices that you may wish to include in a number of events.
For more detailed information see the HouseLinc 2 release notes. Please Note: HouseLinc 2 requires the included HouseLinc 2-enabled INSTEON PowerLinc Modem and is not compatible with any other INSTEON PowerLinc interface.Information is still available regarding the original INSTEON HouseLinc Desktop Software and INSTEON HouseLinc Desktop Kit. Operation RequirementsHouseLinc 2 Enabled PowerLinc Modem, included
Windows 2000, XP, or Vista (32-bit only, support for 64 bit is currently in beta testing)
15 MB of free disc space
Minimum 128 MB or RAM
Additional INSTEON devices to control
View our Videos:
HouseLinc 2 - Installation, Part A
HouseLinc 2 - Installation, Part B
HouseLinc 2 - Adding A New Device
HouseLinc 2 - Adding A Timer
HouseLinc 2 - Creating Scenes
Manuals/Software
What's Included
HouseLinc 2 - INSTEON Desktop Software CD
HouseLinc 2-enabled PowerLinc Modem, USB
6' USB Cable (A to B)
Quick Start Guide
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More Info
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Link Management
Once you have successfully entered all of your home's INSTEON-compatible and X10-compatible devices into HouseLinc 2, you can manage them easily. Delete unused or unwanted links and create new links with an easy drag-and-drop method. Create whole-house lighting scenes in a fraction of the time it would take to do manually. HouseLinc 2 - INSTEON Desktop Software w/USB Interface allows you to create scenes and save them to your network. Add new devices to the software at any time, and you'll instantly be able to include them in new or existing scenes and events.
Note: Your PC will need to remain on in order to execute timed commands and triggered events. HouseLinc 2 INSTEON Desktop Software w/USB Interface does not download to the PowerLinc Modem.
Scene Device Setup and Events
With HouseLinc 2, you'll have the ability to customize each device on your network. Set ramp rates, preset on levels, and more for your scenes while leaving the pre-programmed lighting levels and ramp rates as set locally. Events are a series of actions triggered by an INSTEON or X10 signal, either due to the change of state of a selected device or from a button-press on your network. When the specified trigger is received, the event takes place. For Example: A double tap of the living room SwitchLinc Dimmer off paddle turns off all living room lights as opposed to turning off only the local load the SwitchLinc controls.
Direct Control and Timer-Based Events
This PC automation software can be used to turn any INSTEON-compatible or X10-compatible device on or off or dim it to a desired level, if possible. You can also set timer-based events, scheduling lights to turn on at dusk and off at bedtime on specific days, even triggering lights to turn on at the same time every day or randomized for security purposes. You can also use this software to trigger events based on your geographic location. After entering your location and time zone (by nearest major city), you can schedule your outdoor lights to turn on automatically at dusk and off at daybreak.
Automatic Network Discovery
HouseLinc 2 has the ability to synchronize your INSTEON network to find all of the devices in your home that are linked to one another. This is a convenient maintenance function, which will allow the discovery of unknown devices and links. Once one INSTEON-compatible device has been linked, the software goes through the database of each device it is linked to and adds it to HouseLinc 2 for easy setup and management.
No More Fights over the COM Ports
Unlike other home automation interfaces, which use the slower RS-232 communication protocol, the PowerLinc Modem transfers data at much higher speeds. Best of all, it plugs into any USB port or expansion hub so there's no need to plug and unplug other peripherals like PDAs, scanners or printers when you need to update the programming. In fact, many new computers, in particular laptops, don't include serial ports any longer, which will make using serial-based interfaces expensive and difficult to use.
Don't Block your Outlets
The PowerLinc Modem includes Smarthome's innovative pass-through AC outlet on the front of the unit. This outlet allows you to plug in additional AC devices. While the outlet doesn't have any control features, it really helps against "power strip buildup."
Safety Tested and Factory Certification
The PowerLinc Modem is safety tested and approved. The assembly lines for SmartLabs Design Products are ISO9001 certified. In order to meet the ISO 9001 standards, the entire factory underwent rigorous inspections of procedures and policies before being thoroughly audited. The certification received was based on its dedication to high quality management systems and strict adherence of quality systems and guidelines.
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Specifications
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Specifications | | General | | Brand: | Smarthome | | Manufacturer: | SmartLabs Design | | Manufacturer Product No.: | 2412UH | | UPC: | 718122389919 | | Patent No.: | U.S. Patent No. 7,345,998, International patents pending | | Warranty: | Two Years, limited | | PowerLinc Modem, USB | | General | | Interface: | USB | | Baud Rate: | 19,200 Kbps | | USB Current Draw: | 0 mA | | USB ID: | VID: 0x0403, PID: 0x6001 | | Operation | | Status LED: | 1 white LED (on the side) | | Local Control: | None | | Operation Modes: | INSTEON only, X10 only, INSTEON and X10 Combo Mode | | Combo Mode Message Order: | INSTEON, X10, INSTEON cleanup | | Combo Memory: | Non-volatile EEPROM up | | INSTEON Features | | INSTEON Addresses: | 1 hard-coded out of 16,777,216 possible | | INSTEON Links: | 2,016 out of 16,777,216 possible | | INSTEON Power Line Frequency: | 131.65 KHz | | INSTEON Minimum Transmit Level: | 3.2 Vpp into 5 Ohms | | INSTEON Minimum Receive Level: | 10 mV | | INSTEON Messages Repeated: | Yes | | Mechanical | Operating Conditions:
| Indoors, 40 to 132ºF, up to 85% relative humidity | | Dimensions: | 3.9" H x 2.6" W x 1.5" D | | Weight: | 9.6 oz | | Electrical | | Supply Voltage: | 120 Volts AC +/- 10%, 60 Hertz, single phase | | Surge Protection: | MOV rated for 150 Volts | | Pass-Through Outlet: | Uncontrolled 3-prong (with ground), 120V, 15A | | Certification: | Safety tested for use in USA and Canada (ETL #3017581) | | X10 Features | | X10 Controllable Addresses: | 256 possible | | X10 Powerline Frequency: | 120 KHz | | X10 Minimum Transmit Level: | 3.2 Vpp into 5 Ohms | | X10 Minimum Receive Level: | 20mV into 5 Ohms | | X10 Messages Repeated: | No |
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