Plug-in remote controls for the whole house

Article Abstract:

The remote control of lights and appliances is now available without the installation of an expensive home-automation system. X-10 technology, which controls various appliances with coded signals, is available in plug-in form. Available products and their uses are examined.

Innovations, Equipment and supplies, Remote control, Electronic control, Electric control equipment, Home control systems

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Stealth stereo upgrades

Article Abstract:

Car stereos are often primary targets for theft, however steps can be taken to conceal equipment and to disguise its real value. For example, multi-disc changers can be mounted in the trunk, and false stereo face plates may be placed over real ones.

Protection and preservation, Automotive sound systems, Automobile audio systems

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Design programs for remodeling projects

Article Abstract:

Six computer programs for designing and remodeling homes or specific rooms are tested and evaluated. The software makes it easy to create useful drawings and plans. None of the programs require more than 640K of memory.

Evaluation, Software, Product/Service Evaluation, Computer aided design, Electronic drafting, Computer-aided design and drafting, Abracadata Design Your Own Home: Interiors(Image processing software), Autodesk The Home Series: Home(Image processing software), Autodesk The Home Series: Kitchen(Image processing software), ComputerEasy Floorplan Plus(Image processing software), Hufnagel Roomer 2(Image processing software)

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