Let this be as well my presentation: My name is Jose and I'm from Spain. I'm planning my new house and I have decided it will be an automated house. I know there are commercial products but I dont want to buy anything I cant fix by myself, I hate depending on a particular brand. That's why I'm staying away from commercial software.
I have superficial skills and knowldge on electronics and I'm skilled enought to be safe with a tool in my hand. I did programming many years ago but I doubt the skills are still present.
I have gone through several posts but I get lost with ease. I need some kind of "home automation for dummies" guide that allows me to learn to the point where I can begin to think on a whole house installation so I can plan ahead for when the time comes.
Please throw me any readings, websites, books, etc.. You feel can help me in my first steps.
Thank you!
Buenas.
These are some links specifically for LMCE.
User manual: http://wiki.linuxmce.org/index.php/User_Manual
Frequently Asked Questions: http://wiki.linuxmce.org/index.php/Frequently_Asked_Questions
And if you like what you see, Installation Guide: http://wiki.linuxmce.org/index.php/Installing_0810
Hello :)
Some Ideas to keep in mind for your home
-Where will you locate things like tv's and entertainment centers and communication devices
-Where would you want wired / wireless connections
-Consider electrical requirements and wiring.
-Where will your automation equipment be located? In the open? a small closet?
Building the right infrastructure for your smart home makes a big difference at installation time.
feel free to ask more questions, im always happy to answer if I know :)
-golgoj4