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Remote Controls for Vacation Homes |
This solution presents three alternatives for remote control of vacation homes not requiring a broadband internet connection nor a PC. These solutions provide very affordabe remote control using the telephone for basic monitoring and protection of your vacation home, cabin, or cottage. Be sure to see the comparison chart for a snapshot of the capabilities of each system.
The Standard Telephone Controller from Aube Technologies commands thermostats and other electronic devices in your home from any touchtone phone. One phone call is all it takes to change the mode of your thermostat, plus any other device or circuit controllable via relay. The telephone controller is fully compatible with answering machines. Just call home, let the phone ring once, and hang up. Call back within 30 seconds and the telephone controller will answer on the first ring. Other features include a one-touch key on the front panel to activate or deactivate each output. This solution is best suited for thermostat plus electric water heater or outdoor lighting remote control.
The Deluxe Telephone Controller also from Aube Technologies expands the capability of the Standard Telephone Controller by commanding up to 4 thermostats and/or other electronic devices in your vacation home with a dry contact relay or X10 command. As above, one phone call from any touchtone phone is all it takes to control the 4 relay outputs. This solution is best suited for multiple thermostat control or baseboard, heat pump, or water heater thermostats. Any relay outputs not used for thermostats can also control lighting, electric gates/doors or be converted to an X10 signal with a Leviton Universal Module to control any X10 device.
The Sensaphone 400 is a totally new remote residence monitoring system that can help you detect problems before they turn into disasters. This system will call you by dialing up to four phone numbers when its sensors detect abnormal conditions (e.g. temperature dips or spikes, leaking water, intrusions). The Sensaphone 400 also has the added ability to control the thermostat by phone. Now you can set the temperature hours before you arrive, ensuring that the house is comfortable and cozy from the moment you walk in the door. This solution combines features of a security and alarm system with thermostat control.
If you prefer to use your cell phone service at your vacation home instead of a land telephone line, check out the Talk-N-Dock unit at the top of the product list below. You may be able to eliminate the need for a land telephone line at your vacation home altogether and share monthly minutes if your cell phone service is acceptable.
Click here for a comparison chart of the above 3 vacation home control systems
If you just want to control your thermostat over the Internet consider the Proliphix NT20e IP Thermostat. The web browser setup tool makes it easy to configure heating or cooling programs that maximize comfort while minimizing the energy used. The IP Thermostat itself features a clear, backlit graphic LCD for easy viewing. With the addition of optional indoor temperature sensors mounted away from the thermostat, the thermostat will be able to average the temperature across multiple rooms to avoid wasting energy.
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Dock-N-Talk, $129.99 This unit allows you to connect any of the telephone controllers listed below to a cell phone at your vacation home, rather than install a land line. .. more info | |
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Magnetic Contact Switch For Sensaphone, $3.99 * Use on closed circuit systems * UL Listed for security systems * Use on doors, windows, and sliding doors * ¾" Operation gap .. more info | |
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Remote Temp Sensor For Sensaphone, $19.99 * Enables you to monitor temperature at a location away from your Sensaphone unit * Triggers an alarm when conditions exceed the set high/low limits * Compatible with all Sensaphone models * Wall mountable .. more info | |
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SENSAPHONE 400 , $429.99 * Control your thermostat using any touchtone telephone * Calls up to 4 phone numbers to notify of abnormal conditions * 24 hour battery backup in event of power failure .. more info | |
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Waterbug Water Sensor, $69.99 * Works with virtually any security or home automation system * Each sensor can be up to 100 ft. away * Normally open and normally closed contact outputs provided * Up to 6 sensors can be attached .. more info | |
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Wind-Click Wind Sensor, $99.99 * Saves water and avoids mess * Can notify intelligent controller when winds increase * Resets sprinklers when wind levels drop .. more info | |
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Rain Sensor, $27.99 Don't over-water your lawn or plants after a rainstorm. This rain sensor will cut off your existing sprinkler controller from activating the valves and wasting water. .. more info | |
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Freeze Sensor, $34.99 * Shutoffs automatically during freezing temperatures. .. more info | |
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12VDC 500mA Regulated Power Supply, $19.99 Use with the Cottage Sitter or Deluxe Telephone Controller to control the 7-Day Programmable Thermostat. .. more info | |
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TELEPHONE CONTROLLER (STANDARD) , $79.99 * Perfect for controlling the thermostat at your vacation home * Deluxe model can also control lights or electric water heaters * Works with any touchtone phone or answering machine .. more info | |
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7-DAY PROGRAMMABLE THERMOSTAT, $59.99 * More flexible than standard weekday/weekend thermostats * Perfect for anyone whose schedule varies throughout the week * Create home/away schedules and save big on your utility bills .. more info | |
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Digital Non-Programmable Thermostat, $39.99 * Controls heating only * Easy installation and use * Displays in degrees fahrenheit or celsius * Low battery indicator .. more info | |
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DELUXE TELEPHONE CONTROLLER , $84.99 * Perfect for controlling the thermostat at your vacation home * Deluxe model can also control lights or electric water heaters * Works with any touchtone phone or answering machine .. more info | |
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Hot Water Heating Systems Thermostat, $54.99 * Program seven unique schedules each week * Save money on utility bills by setting home and away times * Great for families with weekly schedule variations * Reduce wear and tear on your heating equipment .. more info | |
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3600w 2-Pole Baseboard Thermostat, $59.99 * Elegant style complements your home's decor * Easy push-button programming gets you going in minutes * Automate schedules and save money on utility bills * Connects to telephone controller for remote temperature adjustment .. more info | |
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Heat Pump LCD Thermostat, $139.99 * 28 programs with 4 setting per day * Displays in degrees fahrenheit or celsius * Temporary 2 hour program bypass .. more info | |
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X10 Powerflash Interface, $28.99 * Allows almost anything to send X10 signals * Triggered by no or low voltage * Remotely turn on lights, appliances via telephone controllers .. more info | |
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Remote Temp Interface & Probe, $31.99 * Probe includes two sensors * Displays indoor and outdoor temperature on your existing thermostat * Interface connects up to 500 feet from thermostat .. more info | |
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IP Thermostat & 2 Port Power Adapter, $381.99 * Remote Sensor Capability * Integral web server for browser interface * FREE Remote Management Service * Simple temperature scheduling .. more info | |
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Proliphix Executive Indoor Sensor, $24.99 * Remote indoor sensor connects to the Proliphix IP Thermostat * Mount on drywall or in a standard electrical box * Temperature sensor's vented housing allows for quick temperature response .. more info | |
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