X10 has been used since the 1960’s and is now a world wide standard for sending a signal over your existing mains circuitry to enable home automation.

Domia Ten is the latest incarnation of the original X10 system; no messy wiring is required, you simply plug your lamp or appliance into a Domia Ten module, which then plugs into your wall outlet.

Each Domia Ten module can have its own unique address to control individual devices so that multiple devices can be used.

Whilst Domia Ten retains full backward compatibility with the original X10 systems, it now offers a much improved range and greatly increased reliability; in particular it has better filtering capabilities, which makes it more robust in ‘noisy’ environments.

There is a variety of Domia Ten products available catering for many of your home automation needs. They are ergonomically designed, easy to program and offer visible feedback of activity through LED lights.

There are 13 individual modules - not all are necessary for the system to function – but are available only to expand the system capabilities.

Should you wish to control the appliances or lights in the home from your PC, just obtain and install the Harmony software plus the X10 interface and you’re ready to go.

Also the Harmony Media Center software will enable you to control your home through your TV, PC or remotely via the Internet.

With Harmony and Domia extensions, you can integrate your CCTV, use remote controls to dim your lights, include motion sensors to turn appliances or lights on when you walk into a room; set up a chain of commands triggered by an event, such as a security alert - the possibilities are almost endless!

Web: http://www.simplyautomate.co.uk

Tel: (08450) 644 3330

Domia Lite is a simple home automation solution, enabling control of lighting and other electrical home appliances at the touch of a button.

The system is an uncomplicated plug and play system, which doesn’t need any rewiring; it is RF based, which allows it to communicate with each individual module from a distance of up to 30 metres.

Controlled by a range of remote controls and motion sensors, this system offers a wide range of possibilities:

• Switch lights on and off in your driveway, porch and garden.
• Open or close sun blinds, roll-down shutters and automatic gate.
• Increase safety with the motion detector for lights.
• Switch on and off - lights, air-conditioning, radio, or TV, or dim lights to create atmosphere.

Domia Lite’s system is made up of 6 individual items, all of which are not required to begin with.

It’s really simple to install and even easier to develop and expand, with a range of compatible products to provide you with limitless expansion possibilities. For example:

Control and monitor your appliances wherever you are. Lights, cameras, motion detectors etc. may be controlled and monitored via the Internet, or your mobile phone, allowing interactive energy management.

Domia Lite is affordable, easy to use and install, for immediate use.

Web: http://www.simplyautomate.co.uk

Tel: (08450) 644 3330

The Traditional Trading Company has given a contemporary look to the traditional Dolly Switch, making this timeless classic suitable for the most up to date setting.

The switches are available in three stylish finishes – chrome, brushed nickel and brass – and set on a solid natural oak patress which can be stained to individual requirements.

You can choose from plain or fluted moulds in antique or polished finishes; or for a modern approach, why not mix classic with contemporary and select a chrome Dolly?

web: http://www.traditionaltrading.co.uk
tel: (01527) 55 77 22

Its easy to do your bit for the environment using one of Lutron’s range of stunning dimmer switches.

The lighting control experts at Lutron say that swapping your light switch for a dimmer will save you energy as well as increase the life of your light bulb.

If you dim your lights 10% of the time you will save 10% of the electricity and your light bulb will last twice as long. By dimming half of the time you will save 40% and your light bulb will last 20 times longer.

The Lutron dimmer range includes a sleek, black, round Solina lamp dimmer and the silver-coloured Rania dimmer switch (pictured).

web: http://www.lutron.com/europe
tel: (0207) 702 0657.

This high-tech dimmer switch from The Traditional Trading Company is an innovative new twist on the ordinary light switch.

With screwless plates and hidden fixing screws, it gives a truely minimalist look that will complement any modern room setting, and has the convenience of a touch-sensitive switch.

The one gang Iridium touch dimmer pictured here costs £39.64.

web: http://www.traditionaltrading.co.uk
tel: (01527) 55 77 22

The Traditional Trading Company have the perfect light switches to complement your slate floors and tiles, kitchen surfaces or bathroom fittings.

The Quarry range is made from strong elegant material which has the look and feel of natural stone, and will go with your natural granite surfaces perfectly.

The two-gang black granite quarry dimmer switch pictured here costs £78.63.

web: http://www.traditionaltrading.co.uk
tel: (01527) 55 77 22