interfaceGo PC Interface w/ISY-99i Insteon Controller Kit

SKU: interfaceGo-PC-ISY-PLM Insteon Kit

Combine the powerful automation attributes of the popular ISY-99i series controller of your choice with the elegant, intuitive interFaceGo NK8 software and control your automation from any XP or Vista PC connected to your home network. More details...

Price: $419.99

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Product Details

Deluxe home automation programming combined with an elegant PC interface
Includes ISY-99i Remote accessible network home automation controller and PLM
Customizable NK8 configuration utility included.
Integrates with countless Insteon Compatible Devices
Elk Security System compatible
Brultech electricity consumption monitoring capable
Conditional programming of all your devices.
IR model adds the ability to control your devices with an IR universal remote control
Pro model ups program and device support from 256 to 1024 (large installations)

Have you ever wished you could manage the resources that your home uses more effectively? This kit featuring the Universal Devices ISY-99i with PLM and the elegant interfaceGO NK8 software suite allows customization, control and monitoring from an intuitive GUI (Graphic User Interface) that you install and configure on any PC running XP or Vista connected to your home's network or to the internet. Just add the Insteon compatible dimmers, switches, irrigation controllers, thermostats, keypads and touch screens that you see on our site to create the Home Automation package that is perfect for you.

This kit revolves around the Universal Devices ISY-99i Home Automation Controller. It connects to your home network and the Insteon power line modem with just a couple of cat 5 cables (included). If locating the ISY away from your network router usually when using the optional IR model, you will need to have a cat 5 cable from your network router or switch to the location of the ISY.

Once connected, your computer running Windows XP or Vista will recognize the ISY-99i as a network device and allow you to access it. Then install the NK8 software configuration utility and you will be able to elegantly organize all your devices and scenes developed in the ISY-99i's interface so that they can be controlled by the interfaceGO NK8 software interface. The ISY allows full control of your Insteon devices, scene creation and control, program creation and management and much more. The NK8 allows you to intuitively interact with the automation.

In addition to the ability to link, control and manage all your Insteon devices, the ISY-99i allows for complex (if, then, else) type programming of Lights, Scenes, Programs, etc. For example creating energy saving automation like:

If :

BACK PATIO light on

and Time from Sunrise + 1 hour to Sunset - 1 hour

Then:

Turn BACK PATIO light off

is just the beginning of what the ISY-99i can do. For more information, consult the ISY User's Manual.

The automation possibilities are limited only by your imagination. Hundreds of Insteon and Insteon compatible devices are available and can be added to your project and controlled with the ISY-99i Home Automation Controller.

We are here to help you with your Home Automation Project. If you have any questions regarding the application or function of any of devices in this kit or on our site, you may give us a call or ask the Maestro for a quick email or telephone response.

Happy Automating!

NK8 PC Software FAQ

What do I need to use the interfaceGO NK8-PC application?
You will need the included Universal Devices ISY-series home automation controller (running the latest firmware, currently 2.7.0) attached to your network. You will also need a PC running either Windows XP or Vista, with the latest version of Java installed (currently 1.6).

What are the requirements for the configuration utility?
The configuration utility requires a PC running Windows XP or Vista, with the latest version of Java installed (currently 1.6). Minimum screen resolution is 1024x768.

What type of lighting and thermostat controls does the NK8-PC support?
Since the NK8-PC software controls your lighting through the ISY series of home automation controllers, the software supports just about anything controllable by the ISY-26 or ISY-99. The Universal Devices ISY currently supports Venstar thermostats with Insteon adapter.

What type of security system does the NK8-PC support?
The NK8 software arms and disarms your security system through the ISY series of home automation controllers, which currently supports the Elk M1.

What types of webcams does the NK8-PC support?
The NK8-PC can display full motion video from a supported webcam, from a URL you specify. For greater compatibility with different webcam models, the NK8-PC can also take a still image from a webcam, from a URL you specify, and refresh the image as quickly as possible resulting in near full-motion video (depending on your system performance).

The following webcams have been tested successfully with fill motion:
- Panasonic BL-C1A

The following webcams have been tested successfully with still image refresh:
- Panasonic BL-C1A
- Panasonic BL-C111A
- D-Link DCS-2100+
- D-Link DCS-5300G

Other webcams that do not require a browser plug-in may work as well.

What type of electricity meter does the NK8-PC support?
The NK8-PC software views realtime electricity use and pricing through the ISY series of home automation controllers. The ISY currently supports the Brultech electricity meter.

How configurable is the interfaceGO NK8-PC's interface?
Very. We've designed the GUI to allow full control over the folder/button hierarchy to suit the end-user's preference.

Is the interfaceGO NK8-PC limited to 8 buttons per folder?
No, though it is limited to 8 user-definable buttons per page. The customizable interface does allow multiple pages of buttons within a folder.

Does the NK8-PC display the status of my home in real-time?
Yes. The interfaceGO NK8-PC communicates with the ISY in real-time - no manual screen refreshing is needed. If the ISY knows that a light, thermostat, or security system status has changed, the NK8-PC knows and will update it's GUI immediately.

Will the NK8-PC application run full-screen?
No. The NK8-PC will run only in a fixed-size window (800x480). Look for a future product from interfaceGO designed to run full-screen on Windows-based touchscreen PCs.

Can I control my home with the NK8-PC application through the internet?
Yes, the NK8-PC can be configured to control your home from any internet connection - as long as your router and ISY are configured to allow external access. The NK8-PC supports both HTTP and HTTPS. Since the NK8 is in constant communication with the ISY, a reliable internet connection is required. Please keep in mind that an HTTP connection is not encrypted, so use this connection method at your own risk.

Is the interfaceGO NK8-PC application compatible with the NK8 touchscreen application for the Nokia?
Yes. Because both software packages share the same configuration utility, a layout created for one application will work with the other.

Can't I already control my ISY automation controller through the PC?
Yes - but the NK8-PC software provides a more simplified and organized way to control your lighting & thermostats. Friendly for the whole family!

How many PCs can I install the NK8-PC software on?
The NK8-PC software is licensed to be installed on a single PC. Additional PCs require additional licenses. The Config Utility can be installed on as many PCs as you'd like.

When will the interfaceGO NK8-PC application be available?
The NK8-PC is now shipping.

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