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The latest voice activated TV remote control on the market has clearly set a new standard in television viewing. This high tech device enables viewers to effortlessly take complete control of their viewing preferences. The easy operating system is a delight to users nationwide. The system greatly contributes to a stress-free and relaxed environment. With the elimination of searching for TV programs through an ordinary remote control; there is an automatic increase in relaxation time.

The exciting features enable the user to:

Immediately execute any instruction without having to lift a finger – all functions are voice activated; from the ‘switch on’ to the ‘switch off’ command as well as every other instruction which include, amongst others, volume control and changing channels.
This single remote control replaces those used for the CD player, DVD, satellite receiver etc. It can control up to eight devices at a time. The added anxiety of having to go ‘remote control hunting’ is a thing of the past.
As the voice activated remote control device is programmed to accept commands from selected viewers only it eliminates all danger of anyone accidentally setting off other functions.
No amount of background noise will prevent the voice activated TV control from malfunctioning. It automatically switches off if it does not recognize a pre-selected voice.
Voice control can be activated in any language and the list of commands is quite extensive.
The control uses rechargeable batteries. This ensures that it remains charged and eliminates the worry of running out.  Read more...

What is a smart home? A smart home is a home wired in such a way that all the electronic elements, such as your television, home security system, lights, etc. communicate with each other, and also with you. This concept used to only be found in books about the future. Lights that illuminate when you walk in the door, and then dim whenever you’re about to start a movie are common in many homes these days.

That’s because smart homes and smart wiring are becoming cheaper and more readily available. It’s said that Bill Gates once spent $100 Million dollars to build a smart home. This was many years ago. These days, the practice is finally available to the average residential home builder.

When it comes to automation and smart wiring, nearly every device in the home can be linked. This not only allows a person to control everything in the house from a single control box or remote control, but images from cameras or displays from other appliances can even be viewed on a cell phone or computer with an internet connection.

This allows a person to potentially control the HVAC units in the home, lighting, turn off the coffee maker or oven if the person forgot to turn it off before leaving the house and the person can even view a home security system.  Read more...

Integration is the process of connecting multiple devices that perform different functions so that they may control each other. With Integrated Devices, your Home Security system can talk to your Heating and Air system, or your Lighting system to control them based on certain events, such as arming or disarming the security system, times of day, or even alarms.

Automation is the process of controlling that equipment based on certain events or times of day. Automation and Integration go hand-in-hand to control your audio and video systems, security system, lighting, heating and air, pool controls, and much more.

So why Integrate your home? Imagine turning off all the lights in your home at night without walking to every room – you can do so right from the Master Bedroom keypad or touchpanel. Better yet, set a night “scene” that turns all the lights off except the hallway light, which gets set to 25%. Or, maybe you want to change the thermostats in your home to 67° when you leave the house for the day. With Integration you can do so, automatically. Imagine the energy savings.

With remote access to your home, you can also control these devices from any internet-connected PC. Log in to the house to view cameras remotely, or adjust the heating and air systems, or make sure the security system was armed before you left for the day.

In today’s world, with technology changing every day, keeping these systems connected and accessible is becoming more and more important, and less expensive.  Read more...

Ever wonder what’s going on in and around your home while trying to relax on a much needed vacation. Vacations are supposed to be relaxing but we can’t help but to worry about our home and possessions. We worry about burglars, fires, weather, and wasting electricity, among other things. If you’re lucky you’ll have a neighbor you can trust that you can call to check in on things for you, but most of us don’t.

Today’s technologies can relieve, if not eliminate, the need to worry so much while far away from home. Today’s home automation options are like the things we saw in science fiction movies when we were kids but are very real today. They enable us to control, automate, and monitor our home from virtually anywhere in the world.

Imagine seeing what’s going on in your backyard at night while vacationing in Hawaii. Imagine the relief of knowing that the storm that blew through your community the night before didn’t cause damage to your home. And if anything ever does happen to your home while you’re away, your home can alert you to let you know.

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All of these things are possible and much more affordable than you think. With the advancements in X10 technology and home automation, now anyone can have the luxury of keeping an eye on their assets, no matter how far away from their home they are, via an internet connection and a software tool.  Read more...

Home Automation 2010: Solutions and Suppliers
 
 Home Automation is the automatic control of a home’s electronic systems, such as security, heating and air conditioning, entertainment, and lighting. A home automation system is one in which these systems are integrated into one, easy-to-use system. The purpose of a home automation system is to enable residents to perform normal daily tasks in a simpler manner. A home automation system will use scenes, off-site control, scheduling, and reactive events to automate the home’s electronics systems. ( http://www.bharatbook.com/detail.asp?id=132185&rt=Home-Automation-2010-Solutions-and-Suppliers.html )
 
 This publication provides analysis of home automation suppliers, solutions, industry trends and outlook. It is the definitive guide for anyone who wants to identify the full range of home automation solutions, who supplies them, and the outlook based on trends and the economy.
 
 ”Beginning in early 2010, Real GDP, Real Disposable Income, and Consumer Prices are all expected to increase. When those numbers are combined with the projected increase in Residential Construction spending and relatively low interest rates, the Home Automation industry will likely see a return to healthy revenue increases.”
 
 Key Findings:
 
 * Installation, design, and project management can account for up to 50% of the total price of an automation system.
 * Home Automation dealers experienced a 51% drop in revenues in 2009; however 48% expect an increase in revenues in 2010
 * Positive signs for the industry in 2010 include GDP growth (2.8%), increase in residential construction spending, and a rebound in luxury goods manufacturing.
 * The future of Home Automation is in home health systems, environmental management, retrofits, and the integration of personal technology.
 * Businesses who are positioned to develop this market are security, audio/video, information technology, electrical, and HVAC companies.
 
 Questions Answered in Report:
 
 * What is a Home Automation system and what is the history of Home Automation?
 * How is a Home Automation system designed? What documentation is required?
 * Who are the major players/manufacturers of Home Automation electronics?
 * What are the budget considerations/costs of a Home Automation system?
 * What training or knowledge is required to join the industry?
 * What is the 2010 Home Automation market outlook?
 * What are the industry standards and associations?
 * What trends should you look for in 2010?
 
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