New: Energy-Saving Occupancy Sensors to Control LED, CFL and Incandescent Lights

Home Controls offers two new Universal Motion-Sensing Light Switches from Leviton – now with the ability to control dimmable LED, dimmable CFL, and incandescent lights.

Leviton Universal Dimming Wall Switch Occupancy Sensor, Auto On: Automatically control dimmable lighting with the Leviton Universal Dimming Wall Switch Occupancy Sensor, 600W, Auto On. This unique wall switch provides manual dimming control for LED and CFL lamps, in addition to Auto-On and Auto-Off convenience. These energy-saving, aesthetic sensors offer a convenient method for managing lighting in any home or business. Set your lights to turn on manually (vacancy) or automatically (occupancy). Either way, the sensor will turn them OFF automatically when motion is no longer detected, saving energy and costs!

• Two modes: Auto-On and Manual-On, both with Auto-Off

Leviton Universal Dimming Wall Switch Vacancy Sensor, Manual On: Save on energy costs with a switch that automatically turns your lights off when the room is vacant. The Leviton Universal Dimming Wall Switch Occupancy Sensor, 600W, Manual On provides manual dimming control for LED and CFL lamps, in addition to convenient Auto-Off technology. These energy-saving, aesthetic sensors offer a convenient method for managing lighting in any home or business.

• Auto-Off upon vacancy saves energy and costs

New: Leviton Occupancy Sensor Fluorescent Ceiling Lampholder

Leviton has expanded its line of Compact Fluorescent Ceiling Lampholders for closets and closed spaces to include this occupancy sensor version. Fluorescent lighting is the energy-efficient alternative to incandescent fixtures. Our new Occupancy Sensor Fluorescent Ceiling Lampholder incorporates today’s most wanted features and meets NFPA 70, NEC Section 410.16 Requirements. Designed to reduce the risk of fire in closets, it can also be utilized in open spaces. Suitable for all areas of the home, it automatically senses movement to turn lights ON and is easy to install with pigtail leads and mounting holes for multiple box configurations. Sold with 13W lamp and lamp guard.

Ideal for Closets, Storage Areas, Attics and Basements. Meets NFPA® 70, NEC® Section 410.16 Requirement

Applications

• Install in closets, workrooms, basements,storage areas, utility rooms and attics
• Suitable for indoor use only
• Remote switch application with VP0SR-10 (Vizia + Remote Switch)
• Lights turn ON automatically when motion is detected and OFF after 3 minutes when no motion is detected
• Green LED indicator light blinks when motion is detected
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New & Improved IR Kits From Xantech!

LCD, plasma TV’s and compact-fluorescent lighting (CFL) are now house-hold items—and all are potential sources of interference for any IR system.  Equally critical, today’s satellite and CATV set-top boxes need precise, error-free remote control commands in order to function.

That’s why Xantech’s new 95 and 85 series IR kits feature three significant advances in IR technology to deliver outstanding sensitivity, performance and reliability in a wide variety of installation environments. In addition, all three Xantech IR series kits feature superior build quality plus advanced circuitry which passes native IR carrier and data signals faithfully and reliably to ensure proper control of all A/V components.

If it is an IR problem and Xantech can’t solve it, nobody can.

Red/95 Series – Plasma Proof IR Rx Kits: Premium kit for high-end and custom installations requiring the ultimate in IR control.95-series works with remotes up to 120 feet away. Oversized IR receiving element gives the 95 series improved off-axis reception along with superior noise-rejection and range.  Compatible with all types of TV’s including plasma, LCD and LED, and all satellite and cable TV boxes. Works wtih CFL lighting.

• DL95K Dinky Link Universal IR Receiver Kit
• HL95BK Hidden Link Universal IR Receiver Kit
• ML95K Micro Link Universal IR Receiver Kit

Green/85 Series – LCD/CFL Proof IR Rx Kits: Versatile IR solution that works with remotes up to 80 feet away. 85-series is also compatible with all types of TV’s (plasma, LCD and LED) as well as all satellite and cable TV boxes. Works with CFL lighting.

• DL85K LCD/CFL Proof Dinky Link IR Receiver Kit
• ML85K LCD/CFL Proof Micro Link IR Receiver

Blue/25 Series – DLP/CRT IR Rx Kits: Also works with remotes up to 80 feet away. A great value in IR control, 25-series is designed for CRT and DLP TV’s and is compatible with all satellite and cable TV boxes. Works with traditional lighting.  Xantech’s 25 series is capable of outperforming many “premium” products made by competitors under low interference operating conditions.

• HL25K Standard Hidden Link Kit
• ML25K Standard Micro Link Kit

Xantech’s entire IR product line at Home Controls »

Control A Variety Of Dimmable CFLs & Incandescent Lights

The Leviton Decora Dimmable CFL and Incandescent Sureslide Dimmer can be used to control 300W-120VAC CFL and 600W-120VAC Incandescent, 60Hz, single pole and 3-way. It features an auto mode that can detect whether a lamp is an incandescent or dimmable CFL, determine low-end dimming capabilities and adjust dimmer range accordingly. The dimmer is UL Listed and CSA Certified.

The Attractive Decora styling coordinates perfectly with Leviton’s complete line Decora wiring devices. It fits easily into a standard wallbox and is suitable for multi-gang installations. Compatible with Decora screwless and Decora standard designer wallplates. Read more »

Home Controls Adds Xantech IR Kits!

Home Controls is very excited to announce the addition of Xantech as one of our product lines. Since 1969, Xantech Corporation has designed, engineered and manufactured a multitude of innovative custom home control devices, from the IR receiver to high definition video distribution. Today Xantech continues to provide the products and technology needed to exceed the standards of even the most demanding custom home systems.

To purchase the perfect IR system from Xantech, simply follow these three steps:

Step 1: Choose the right IR receiver. What type of TV/Video Display or just Video Display technology is in the system?

• Plasma Proof IR Receivers: Use when Plasma Displays, direct sunlight or compact fluorescent lights are present. Plasma displays emit infrared light that interferes with IR controls. Xantech’s patented Plasma Proof IR Receivers eliminate this interference.
• LCD/CFL Proof IR Receivers: Use when LCD Displays, direct sunlight or compact fluorescent lights are present. LCD displays emit light wavelengths that interfere with IR carrier frequencies. Xantech’s exclusive frequency range adjustment eliminated this problem.
• Standard IR Receivers: The most commonly used IR receivers. Work great with DLP, standard CRT video and rear-projection displays.

Step 2: Select the right IR receiver style. Xantech has a variety of receiver styles to choose from:

• 291 Series Hidden Link Shelf Top
• 490 Series Micro Link Peephole style
• 480 Series Surface Mount Dinky Link

Step 3: Choose the right IR Receiver Kit. Home Controls offers several of the most popular kits. Check them out here.

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