Just wanted to quickly introduce myself and kind of get a feel for what everyone else is going to automate and how.
Things I would like to control (IR);
- HTPC
- Cable box
- Projector
- Stereo
- Outside stereo, maybe an ipod input or connect to the home’s htpc or shared drive.
Things I would like to turn on/off and monitor;
- Indoor lights
- Outdoor lights
- Garage door
- Dock lights
- Xmas lights in the winter
Things I would like to just monitor;
- Well pump (electric motor, 220v)
- Outside temperature
- Aeration system for beach area (electric motor, 220v)
- Water fountain pump (electric motor, 220v)
- Irrigation pump (electric motor, 220v)
- Smoke alarms
- Door bell
- Stove/oven (I currently do not have kids but I know when I do, they’ll try and burn my house down…)
Other automation I would like;
- Schlage LiNK door locks (House and garage)
- Thermostat controls
- Motion sensors that might trigger events such as lights or door locks.
- Cameras
I’ll be using my iPod touch and my Palm Pre. I would like some events to have a message sent to my phone. Example, if the door bell rings I would like a txt msg letting me know so I can pull up and view the front door camera and see who it is.
Also, where is everyone buying their z wave switches and devices? Any good deals out there?
Thanks again to everyone and I can’t wait to get started!