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Here is how to program a Basic Stamp for use in your home automation projects.
In this article we are programming the basic stamp to trigger a remote switch for your home lights or any other power switching device, like a garage door, fireplace and so on. We are controlling it through the web or the ipod (the ipod also has a web browser)
Home automation with the Basic Stamp – Link
Related:
HOW TO – Build a multimedia home control center – Link
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That’s a possible solution, but why not just use a 433mhz transmitter and (win)lirc. First learn the remote with lirc, and then play it back by using your home made 433mhz lirc-adapter
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