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3 | SmartThings Hub | $99 | Amazon | 5 | Chris | SmartThings | LAN/Z-wave/Zigbee | Hub | This is the starting point. The rest of the system relies on this. Needs power and network access. | https://support.smartthings.com/hc/en-us/article_attachments/200306304/SmartThings_Hub_User_Guide.pdf |
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5 | Garage Door Opener | |||||||||
6 | Linear Wall Fixture Module | $32 | Amazon | 4 | Chris | Linear/Evolve | Z-Wave | In-Wall Relay | I installed this in parallel with the garage door open button to remotely open and close the garage door. Fits in a single gang box and requires AC power. | http://www.evolvecontrols.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/specs/LFM-20_Isolated%20Contact%20Fixture%20Module.pdf |
7 | Ecolink Tilt Sensor | $32 | Amazon | 5 | Chris | Ecolink | Z-Wave | Tilt Sensor | This is the other half of automating the garage door. Sticks to the top of garage door to determine if door is open or closed. | https://support.smartthings.com/hc/en-us/article_attachments/200715200/Ecolink-TILTZWAVE2-ECO_manual_rev1.pdf |
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9 | Security Sensors | |||||||||
10 | Everspring Door/Window Sensor | $30 | Amazon | 4 | Chris | Everspring | Z-Wave | Sensor | Simple magnetic open/close sensor that is cheap and supports tamper event by holding the button for 10 seconds. I have these on nearly every door and scalable window in my home. They also work well for cabinets (liquor/medicine) and safes. Most of mine shipped with reduced battery lifes (70% to 90%) but haven't moved in a month. | http://www.uk-automation.co.uk/pdf/HSM02.pdf |
11 | Aeotec Multi-Sensor | $48 | Amazon | 5 | Chris | Aeon | Z-Wave | Multi Sensor | Pricey unless you need a few different sensors in one area. Motion, temperature, humidity and light are all useful. I use these for security (motion) and comfort (humidity and temp) by placing one on each floor. | http://aeotec.com/z-wave-sensor/47-multisensor-manual.html |
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13 | Outlet Plugs | |||||||||
14 | GE Outdoor Power Module | $40 | Amazon or Lowes ($40) | 5 | Chris | GE | Z-Wave | Switch | Associate it and it works. I am using it for my Christmas lights and it works great. | http://www.jascoproducts.com/sites/default/files/product/manuals/45604-Manual-Eng.pdf |
15 | Leviton Appliance Switch | $40 | Amazon or Home Depot ($45) | 4 | Chris | Leviton | Z-Wave | Appliance Switch | Pairing was buggy but ultimately worked after a few tries. They have been bulletproof since. I use one to turn on my electric towel warmer for a few hours in the morning and another to turn on an espresso machine. | http://www.leviton.com/OA_HTML/ibcGetAttachment.jsp?cItemId=1kDvJK98oHkUXsd3WhiUOA&label=IBE&appName=IBE&LEVCOMP_pses=ZGE130D4923CB5DB4E9C29C90A2C5641A9CAA1B2ECCDC975E2DA9EBF39015FA10E7B4266E1AEF28BED1C82D311D81F659DE63919F9E60CB09D&minisite=10251 |
16 | Leviton Dimming Light Switch | $45 | Amazon or Home Depot ($44) | 4 | Chris | Leviton | Z-Wave | Light Switch Plug | Same comments as appliance switch. I use this one to power the inside Xmas lights such as the tree. | http://www.leviton.com/OA_HTML/ibcGetAttachment.jsp?cItemId=2KMCfyepUWFwPgjoaIRN7Q&label=IBE&appName=IBE&minisite=10251 |
17 | Aeon Smart Energy Switch | $30 | Amazon | 5 | Chris | Aeon | Z-Wave | Switch | You can't beat it for the price. The form factor leaves a bit to be desired, but it pairs, works and monitors power draw. It has a lot of uses that the other models don't and its much less expensive! | http://www.smarthomeusa.com/product_images/a/Aeon%20Labs/AL-DSC06106-ZWUS/AEDSC06106ZWUS_Manual.pdf |
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19 | Water Sensors | |||||||||
20 | Corded Flood Sensor | $39 | Amazon or Lowes ($30) | 3 | Chris | Everspring/Utilitech | Z-Wave | Water Sensor | Straight-forward install that allows you to get the sensor away from where it could possibly be submerged. Make sure you test to ensure water gets to where you install it. Works for indoor and outdoor locations. The wire is very long so use zip ties to tidy the installation up. | http://www.homeseer.com/pdfs/Everspring/ST812.pdf |
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22 | Wall Light Switches | |||||||||
23 | GE Light Switch (1-Way) | $41 | Amazon or Lowes ($40) | 3 | Chris | GE/Jasco | Z-Wave | Wall Light Switch | Sometimes difficult to pair and requires AC power to operate (neutral in box). Move hub to area you want to install the light switch at. LED light is blue and can be lit when on or used to help find the switch when off. | http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/71W948wFilS.pdf |
24 | GE Light Switch (3-Way) | $53 | Amazon or Lowes ($45) | 3 | Chris | GE/Jasco | Z-Wave | Wall Light Switch | Same comments as the 1-way. The kit includes one Z-Wave enabled switch and another "dumb" switch but both require AC power. 3-way switches can be wired a lot of different ways. Installation can be tricky. | http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/71W948wFilS.pdf |
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26 | Sirens | |||||||||
27 | Indoor Siren | $37 | Amazon or Lowes ($30) | 4 | Chris | Everspring/Utilitech | Z-Wave | Siren | 90+ decibal siren and strobe light. Includes 4 C batteries but can be hardwired as well. Easy to mount and generally ignore until it goes off. Very loud so I only trigger for security or other significant events. | http://www.code.flexcontrol.dyson.novicell.dk/appletlogin/manuallist/SE812_A501111546R.pdf |
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29 | Thermostat | |||||||||
30 | Nest Learning Thermostat | $249 | Amazon | 5 | Chris | Nest | Wifi | Thermostat | SmartThings Labs supports Nest products. Haven't really done anything with this beyond the built-in automation that Nest provides with the Protect. | http://support-assets.nest.com/images/000001204/Nest_Learning_Thermostat_Installation_Guide.pdf |
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32 | Smoke/CO Detector | |||||||||
33 | Nest Protect | $99 | Amazon | 5 | Chris | Nest | Wifi | Smoke Detector | SmartThings Labs supports Nest products. A little bummed that I can't make use of the motion detection, but everything else is there. | http://support-assets.nest.com/images/tpzimages/Nest%20Protect%20%28Wired%20120V%29%20User%27s%20Guide.pdf |
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35 | Speaker | |||||||||
36 | Play:1 Wifi Speaker | $199 | Amazon | 5 | Chris | Sonos | LAN/Wifi | Speaker | SmartThings Labs supports all Sonos Speakers. Add sound to alerts/push notifications, siren alarm or fake dogs. Give a voice to your SmartApps and also functions as an excellent alarm clock. The Sirius/XM integration is excellent. | http://www.sonos.com/support/onlineuserguide/en/whnjs.htm |
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38 | Light Bulbs | |||||||||
39 | Hue Personal Lighting | $190 | Amazon | 4 | Chris | Philips | LAN | LED Bulb | SmartThings Labs supports Hue. Requires at least one hub. Hubs communicate with each other. Bulbs can be used as switches as well as dimming and color options. Somewhat buggy if you use other Hue apps like Hue Disco. | http://download.p4c.philips.com/files/7/7199460ph/7199460ph_dfu_aen.pdf |
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41 | Camera | |||||||||
42 | DropCam Regular | $149 | Amazon | 4 | Chris | Dropcam | Cloud2Cloud | Camera | SmartThings Labs has support for several features including camera burst on motion detection. That is perfect for what I need the camera for and makes the camera more than a baby monitor without paying a monthly service. | http://support.dropcam.com/entries/21661697-How-do-I-set-up-my-new-camera- |
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