DENVER, CO (September 5, 2007) –HomeSettings from Intermatic, the first to launch a complete line of Z-Wave enabled home controls, announced today at CEDIA the addition of three new products to the 2008 line-up. For electronic contractors and installers looking for the latest in affordable wireless home controls, the HomeSettings line includes switches, dimmers and plug-in devices that will interoperate with other Z-Wave enabled products.
New products include:
o HA14 600Watt In-Wall Dimmer — Supports 3-way configurations, easy-to-use and works with any HomeSettings remote control or as a standard dimmer.
o HA18 15-Ampere Wall Switch — Sustains 3-way configurations and no-stress installation. Operates with any HomeSettings remote control or as a standard wall switch, and is compatible with compact fluorescent bulbs.
o HA20 600Watt Toggle-Style Dimmer — Same features as HA14, except toggle-style.
“Intermatic is the leading manufacturer for reliable home automation products and HomeSettings has once again expanded our already comprehensive array of products,” said Deborah Peterson, marketing manager for Intermatic HomeSettings. “Our products have a proven track record with early adopters, and these new switches and dimmers help to round out the line.” Homeowners can choose to control lighting and appliances using either one of two handheld remote controllers or a PC running a Z-Wave enabled USB stick.
The HomeSettings system requires no new wiring and is automated by the award winning Z-Wave chip. Winner of the Wall Street Journal 2006 Wireless Technology Innovation award, Z-Wave is a, two-way, wireless mesh network communications technology that enables consumers to monitor and manage their lighting, security systems and other home controls easily, conveniently and securely from anywhere in the world. Z-Wave is a fully developed, affordable, easy-to-use and interoperable technology that is available in nearly 100 wireless home control and automation products, including Intermatic’s new InTouch line which is fully compatible with all HomeSettings products.
The complete line of HomeSettings products available today includes:
Special Edition Starter Kit featuring Microsoft Visual Basics (HA102M)
USB Stick (HA23)
Wireless Home Control Starter Kit (HA101K)
Wall Receptacle (Model HA01)
Appliance Module (Model HA02)
Plug-in Lamp Module (Model HA03) with an on/off/dim switch
Outdoor Module (Model HA04)
Outdoor Screw-In Lamp Receptacle (Model HA05)
In-Wall Dimmer Switch (Model HA06)
Master Remote Control (Model HA07)
Handy Remote Control (Model HA09).
All Intermatic HomeSettings products come with manual override, a six-year warranty and a step-by-step, easy-to-follow guide as well as a full online tutorial. Intermatic offers total support to its customers, and is dedicated to 100 percent satisfaction. For more information, visit www.Homesettings.com.
About Intermatic, Inc.
Intermatic is the leading producer of home security and home control products such as lighting and appliance timers and wireless security alarms. Intermatic also manufactures industrial and residential surge protectors, timers, and photo control products, as well as Malibu, the world’s leading low voltage and solar outdoor lighting brand, www.Intermatic.com
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