Zigbee devices can transmit data over long distances by passing data through a mesh network of intermediate devices to reach more distant ones. Zigbee is typically used in low data rate applications that require long battery life and secure networking. … Continue reading →

If the water heater is installed in the attic, the upstairs faucets and showers might not need long for water to turn hot at the faucet. But for the kitchen and bathroom faucets and showers downstairs, it can take a … Continue reading →

Access your energy account information with the My SSE App It will show your up-to-date account balances and provide details of your next bill and payment dates. You can also submit a meter reading, or view your usage if you … Continue reading →

exhaust duct. Thermal fuses are installed on the dryer’s exhaust duct. Typically, you must remove the back panel of a dryer to access the fuse. How do I know if my dryer thermal fuse is blown? How to Tell if … Continue reading →

Good lighting enhances the mood and desirability of these spaces. It contributes greatly to people’s sense of well-being. Many of the current efforts to attract people to downtown areas after dark are being spearheaded by IALD lighting designers. What are … Continue reading →

Smart bulbs require a smartphone, tablet, or home automation hub to operate because they use wireless communication standards such as Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, Z-Wave, or Zigbee to connect to an app on your device or to your automation system. How do … Continue reading →

Stage lighting instruments (lanterns, or luminaires in Europe) are used in stage lighting to illuminate theatrical productions, concerts, and other performances taking place in live performance venues.In the UK, they are called “lanterns” or “luminaires”. What are the types of … Continue reading →

Weather, nearby appliances and competing signals are all potential causes of pixelation.Appliances and other electronic devices located near your television or cable receiver also emit radio waves that can interfere with your television signal, resulting in pixelation, ghosting or blurred … Continue reading →

The cable must be twisted-pair type, but can be shielded or unshielded. Terminal blocks or RJ-45 connectors are commonly used for connections. A DMX signal is very robust, but as with any digital network a minimum of precautions must be … Continue reading →

Back to holiday lights. Their incandescent and LED bulbs emit light. Also, their wires are typically unshielded, meaning the electromagnetic radiation created by electricity pulsing through the cord can produce a very weak electromagnetic field. Do LED lights emit radiation? … Continue reading →

Yes. DMX cable is fine as audio cable, even digital audio cable, audio cable is not necessarily fine as DMX. DMX and digital audio care what the characteristic impedance of the cable is, audio does not. Can you use a … Continue reading →

The male 3-pin XLR connector has 3 pins that act as plugs. Male 3-pin XLRs insert into female 3-pin XLRs when connected. The female 3-pin XLR connector has its 3 pins act as jacks (sockets) that receive the male 3-pin … Continue reading →

For many around the world, January 5 or 6 marks the Epiphany ? the final day of the 12 days of Christmas and the time for all holiday decorations to come down. For others, the second week of January is … Continue reading →

If you enjoy spending time in your bathroom to relax, installing dimmable downlights should be your priority. They allow you to change the feeling in the bathroom and set the mood you desire. You can easily install a dimmer switch … Continue reading →

Does dimming the lights save energy? Light dimmers save energy by reducing the flow of electricity to the bulb and allowing lights to operate with lower power outputs. Since lights under less stress shine longer, dimmers are known to extend … Continue reading →