What’s better, a wireless or hardwired home automation system?
With the technology available today, quality wireless systems are just as reliable as hardwired. Hardwired systems require central control components or can be built from combinations of switches, summers and scene controllers. In wireless systems, commands are sent either via radio or power line carrier. In the case of Intermatic HomeSettings, the wireless system uses Zensys’ Z-Wave technology, a low-cost, two-way communications technology that allows signals to bounce from one device to another in order to provide the most efficient working path. Intermatic HomeSettings products are interoperable with all other products using Z-Wave technology. Consumers should keep in mind that wireless systems are taking over the market, requiring no complicated wiring. This is a good option for existing homes.What are the drawbacks of a home automation system? It used to be the biggest drawback was cost, which ranged from $2,000 for a basic system to more than $100,000 for state-of-the-art equipme
