I'm new to this, I would say that I'm a very technical person so should pickup home automations quite easy! I have worked in IT and infrastructure for over 15 years and have a good knowledge of network technologies and protocols.
I have been considering automating my flat, after lots of reading and research I stumbled across this site and forum.
Looking to automate the following:
Living Room
Home Cinema
Kitchen
Bedrooms
Other
I want to control this with an iPad, iPhone and possibly a touch screen in-wall display, using something like a Global Cache iTach to control IR devices and Z-Wave for the rest.
My question, what is the best way to control all this? I though the best solution would be something like the HomeSeer Pro100, but it seems like old technology, its be around for quite a while. Is their a better controller, is it possible to use a MAC?
I want reliability and something thats not going to consume loads of electricity, but I also want flexibility and the option to upgrade/update as new technology becomes available.
Is Z-Wave even the right solution?
I have been considering automating my flat, after lots of reading and research I stumbled across this site and forum.
Looking to automate the following:
Living Room
Lights & Lamps
Blinds
Home Cinema
TV
Amp
HDX1000 Media Server (soon to be replaced by a Mac Mini
Projector
Electric Screen
Kitchen
Lights
Bedrooms
Lights
TV
Blinds
Other
Heating
Alarm
I want to control this with an iPad, iPhone and possibly a touch screen in-wall display, using something like a Global Cache iTach to control IR devices and Z-Wave for the rest.
My question, what is the best way to control all this? I though the best solution would be something like the HomeSeer Pro100, but it seems like old technology, its be around for quite a while. Is their a better controller, is it possible to use a MAC?
I want reliability and something thats not going to consume loads of electricity, but I also want flexibility and the option to upgrade/update as new technology becomes available.
Is Z-Wave even the right solution?
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