How to turn on lights with computer

[chikitika]

Hello,
i have at light how is have to be on by the internet or at program. do you know what program it is ?

 

[dextermat]

hi if you Google "light control with computer"

here's what you get

http://www.instructables.com/id/Control-lights-in-your-house-with-your-computer/

Having the idea and a computer is nice but you need to know electricity because of wiring and you'll also need a controller and dimmer

 

[slhpss]

actually nowadays it's easier than ever with the kits that are available.

http://www.x10.com/automation/

x10 is just one brand im half way familiar with there are more out there just google "home automation"

 

[nordlead]

There are a ton of brands that sell Z-wave devices that control all sorts of lights and appliances from your computer or other z-wave controllers. I've thought about doing it a handful of times but it is expensive.

 

[slhpss]

yeah me too... but every time I look into I get dizzy looking at the costs... I'm a bonafide cheap ass...

 

[nordlead]

Part of the reason I look into is because I already have a z-wave controller in my Logitech Harmony universal RF remote (don't remember the model number but I think it is a 9xx).

But yea, I can't justify $50 to turn a single light on and off, but it would be awesome.

 

[WR2]

Besides using your computer it's also possible to manage your household environment with your cell phone.
The upfront costs are a bit steep but the technology is there.

 

[l0ckd0wn]

Besides using your computer it's also possible to manage your household environment with your cell phone.
The upfront costs are a bit steep but the technology is there.

I wouldn't be surprised if "there is an app for that."

 

[Hawkeye22]

I have played around with X-10 hardware. It works well for the price. Depending on how old your house wiring is, you may need to add a phase coupler to your circuit box in order to get all the devices to work. It's not as much a problem on a house with new wiring, but it can still be an issue.

http://www.x10.com/support/x10trou.htm