Re: New and need tips

[Chris Hunter <cjhunter@xxxxxxxxxxxx>]

James -

have a serious look at Idratek, too ...

http://www.idratek.com/Home.htm


Chris



Ian Lowe wrote:

> Hi James -
>
> There are lots of options, but typically X10 is the best one to dip
> your toe
> in the water. As for "glue" to get things going, you could
do a lot worse
> than xplhal - a bit of free software developed by Tony Tofts (one of
the
> folks on this list) and now maintained by the xPL Project team.
>
> Details are at: http://www.xplproject.org.uk
>
> Welcome to ukha!
>
> Ian.
>
> -----Original Message-----
> From: ukha_d@xxxxxxx [mailto:ukha_d@xxxxxxx] On Behalf Of
> babyjackbaker
> Sent: 26 April 2006 14:54
> To: ukha_d@xxxxxxx
> Subject: [ukha_d] New and need tips
>
> Hi, i'm new to the board and the entire automation process. I'm a
computer
> guru, but not electronics.
>
> I'm looking for the simplest method to automate an existing wiring of
my
> house.  I would like internet access to remotely make changes, and
would
> like to eventually incorporate an LCD touchscreen and a HTPC (Home
Theater
> PC).
>
> I've heard primitive and good things about X10 as well as others.  I
would
> like to automate lighting, security including an IP based webcam, the
> heat/air system, and anything else that may eventually be updated
> (back and
> forward compatibility.
>
> Is there a solution out there without emptying my pocket and still
> avoiding
> propriatarism?
>
> Thanks in advance.
>
> -James