Home Automation

Because home automation is something that is electronic, there are times when things won’t go as well as they should.  Generally speaking, X10 and other communication tools work wonderfully, communicating as you wish they would.  But, sometimes things don’t go as they should.

The good news is that most of the same tips for getting your remote to work are just as important here.

• Check the batteries!  Really, it may be that simple.  But, when you are installing your system, get rid of the batteries during this time period.  Software installation doesn’t mix well with battery usage!
• Check out your hardwire configuration.  Have you ever had to reprogram your remote control for your television?  It’s the same concept.  Make sure that your transceiver house codes are correctly set up.
• Save it!  During the installation process, make sure that you actually save your work before you exit.  You’ll also want to make sure you download timers and the macros you’ve selected, which is generally a second feature.  This keeps your product working even when your computer is flipped off down the road.