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xke68
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Posted: September 20 2009 at 22:59 | IP Logged Quote xke68

As a fairly recent convert to PH, I am trying to figure out the best way to integrate Motion Sensors. I have a UPB (only) based lighting system that is controlled by PH. I would like to add motion sensors around the home and have the PC decide which lights to activate. I have looked at the OCELOT and an SECU-16 but this looks like a $300 adder, Is there a better (less expensive) option? Seems a simple I/O module that PH can address would suffice?

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Posted: September 21 2009 at 00:11 | IP Logged Quote jbbtex

I use a W800rf32a and X10rf motion sensors(ms13a).

The range is really good with the antenna mounted in my attic. I use a Palm Pad outside to control Insteon switches and my pool equipment.

It's realitivly inexpensive and in my installation, quite reliable.

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Posted: September 21 2009 at 06:52 | IP Logged Quote TonyNo

I second Brady's route as a good option.
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