In today’s technologically-advanced environment, there is a remote for just about anything, including the lighting inside or outside of your home. They operate just like a remote for your TV or DVD player. What makes these remotes even more interesting is that they usually come in three different sizes.
There is a keychain size which allows you to turn on up to two lights or appliances from outside of your home. Then there is a credit card size remote that controls up to four appliances or lights from outside of your home. The palm pad controller allows you to operate up to 16 lights and appliances throughout your entire home. These various remote control lighting methods allow you to pull up to your home and turn some lights on before you even enter, which is a great safety feature.
Multi-Channel Remotes
More and more remote usage has been encouraged in the past but people still had to get up to adjust lighting until recently when lighting can be adjusted with a simple push of a button on a remote. First introduced were the remote light dimmers which are single channel remotes that only allow the controller to adjust the light that it is connected to. In other words, you could not adjust any other light in the house with that particular remote.
That is no longer the case as now remote systems are available that power up to four channels of light within the home by the use of a single remote. What is even better about these newer systems is that they are safe and relatively inexpensive as well.
The Many Uses Of RCL
The list is virtually endless for reasons to purchase remote control lighting (RCL). Imagine yourself getting into bed at night and being able to control your home’s light functions right from your bed. Perhaps you forgot to turn a light off all the way downstairs, or maybe you heard a sound outside of your home in the middle of the night so you reach over and with the touch of a button you are able to light up the inside of your house – that is a sure way to scare off an intruder.
Perhaps your little one awoke in the night to a bad dream or is not feeling well; as soon as you hear a whimper you can control the lights in their room which will provide immediate comfort until you can get there.
One of the best things about remote control lighting is how beneficial they are to the elderly or the handicapped who can not move around as much as they used to be able to.
Excellent For Apartments Too
The remote control lighting systems are not just available to home owners either. If you live in an apartment or a townhouse, you too can still enjoy the luxury of remote control lighting. These systems might seem complex and expensive but really they are not at all. Compare them to the convenience, affordability and simplicity of a remote control starter on a car. Yes, they are a luxury but could very easily come in handy quite frequently.
By: Ernest Jarquio
Posts Tagged ‘Safety Feature’
Remote Control Lighting – The Possibilities Are Endless
February 21st, 2010A Cable Lighting Kit Will Add Additional Light to Your Home
January 27th, 2010
A cable lighting kit is a good idea if you are looking to install some additional lighting in your home. The kit will usually include a transformer, cable, wall mounting hardware and some light bulbs. It is relatively easy to install as long as you follow the directions that are included with each kit. Another name for these kits is rope lighting. The lights are encased in a thick plastic case that protects the lights, thus making them quite durable. These can be installed both indoors and outdoors.
One of the more popular aspects of a cable lighting kit is that they are quite inexpensive. You may have noticed that around the Christmas holidays, many people use these types of lights for decorating. This is because of their flexibility and durability. Another use for these types of lights is to light up walkways or pathways at night as a safety feature. They provide enough light for people to see where they are walking.
You may also notice that many retail outlets have installed a cable lighting kit to enhance their point of sale displays. One of the benefits to retailers is that there are no visible cables and the lights can be set up at practically any height. Another use that you may have noticed for this style of lights is on boats. Boat owners string them along the outer area to provide lighting at night, so other boats can see them quite clearly. It also provides additional lighting for passengers on larger watercraft’s.
If you are not sure whether a cable lighting kit is what you want, research various lighting systems before purchasing one. The internet can provide consumers with a wealth of information of on types of lighting systems. You could also visit a local lighting store and get some information from the retailers there as well. If you are not comfortable, installing any type of lighting then you can always hire a professional to do the job for you.
By: David Karlson
