{"id":6225,"date":"2015-11-06T11:00:13","date_gmt":"2015-11-06T16:00:13","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/blog.diycontrols.com\/?p=6225"},"modified":"2024-02-12T17:42:28","modified_gmt":"2024-02-12T22:42:28","slug":"whats-new-in-diy-electronics-for-small-businesses","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/blog.diycontrols.com\/index.php\/whats-new-in-diy-electronics-for-small-businesses\/","title":{"rendered":"What\u00c3\u00a2\u00e2\u201a\u00ac\u00e2\u201e\u00a2s New in DIY Electronics for Small Businesses"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>If you&#8217;re a small business owner and want to protect your building and property, here are some of the latest DIY electronics to safeguard your office or store. Regardless of whether you rent or own, protecting your brick and mortar building, equipment and inventory is probably one of your top priorities. <strong>The good news is that there are a range of advanced do-it-yourself solutions for remote monitoring and security that are both affordable and easy to install, so you don&#8217;t have to worry about sacrificing quality for price.<\/strong> \u00c3\u201a\u00c2\u00a0In addition, you get the added of convenience of controlling all of these DIY devices from your mobile device or computer.<a onclick=\"javascript:pageTracker._trackPageview('\/outgoing\/www.diycontrols.com\/default.aspx');\"  href=\"http:\/\/www.diycontrols.com\/default.aspx\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignright wp-image-6245\" title=\"Small business owners with tight budgets recognize the huge cost-savings that today\u00c3\u00a2\u00e2\u201a\u00ac\u00e2\u201e\u00a2s DIY electronic devices provide. \" src=\"http:\/\/blog.diycontrols.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/11\/Eureka_California_Storefront.jpg\" alt=\"DIY electronics\" width=\"345\" height=\"240\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><em>Cloud-Based Remote Monitoring<\/em><\/h2>\n<p>Timing can be critical when it comes to preventing costly damage to property or assets. With a cloud-based remote monitoring system, alarm notifications are sent directly to your smartphone or mobile device if something goes wrong. <strong>Cloud-based monitoring systems communicate via an Internet or cellular connection and allow you to remotely monitor critical conditions like temperature, humidity or leaks through the cloud.<\/strong> \u00c3\u201a\u00c2\u00a0Event logs are stored in the cloud for easy access and programming settings can be changed on the go using the system&#8217;s mobile app.<a onclick=\"javascript:pageTracker._trackPageview('\/outgoing\/www.diycontrols.com\/search.aspx?searchterm=Sensaphone+Sentinel+');\"  href=\"http:\/\/www.diycontrols.com\/search.aspx?searchterm=Sensaphone+Sentinel+\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignright\" title=\"The Sensaphone Sentinel communicates via an Internet connection; Verizon Wireless or AT&amp;T cellular versions are also available.\" src=\"http:\/\/www.diycontrols.com\/images\/Product\/medium\/9443.jpg\" alt=\"Sensaphone Sentinel Monitoring System\" width=\"194\" height=\"194\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong><a onclick=\"javascript:pageTracker._trackPageview('\/outgoing\/www.diycontrols.com\/search.aspx?searchterm=Sensaphone+Sentinel+');\"  href=\"http:\/\/www.diycontrols.com\/search.aspx?searchterm=Sensaphone+Sentinel+\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Sensaphone Sentinel<\/a><\/strong> &#8212; <strong>For large operations, the cloud-based Sensaphone Sentinel accepts up to <a onclick=\"javascript:pageTracker._trackPageview('\/outgoing\/www.diycontrols.com\/c-179-sensaphone-accessories.aspx');\"  href=\"http:\/\/www.diycontrols.com\/c-179-sensaphone-accessories.aspx\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">12 wired sensors<\/a> that monitor environmental and equipment status conditions.<\/strong> The Sentinel can also monitor anything with a dry contact. There are two versions \u00c3\u00a2\u00e2\u201a\u00ac\u00e2\u20ac\u0153 <strong><a onclick=\"javascript:pageTracker._trackPageview('\/outgoing\/www.diycontrols.com\/p-9443-sensaphone-sentinel-monitoring-system-scd-1200.aspx');\"  href=\"http:\/\/www.diycontrols.com\/p-9443-sensaphone-sentinel-monitoring-system-scd-1200.aspx\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Internet<\/a><\/strong> and <strong><a onclick=\"javascript:pageTracker._trackPageview('\/outgoing\/www.diycontrols.com\/p-9488-sensaphone-sentinel-monitoring-system-with-cellular-modem.aspx');\"  href=\"http:\/\/www.diycontrols.com\/p-9488-sensaphone-sentinel-monitoring-system-with-cellular-modem.aspx\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">cellular<\/a><\/strong>. In the event of an alarm condition, the <strong><a href=\"http:\/\/blog.diycontrols.com\/index.php\/cloud-based-remote-monitoring-now-available-for-home-or-business\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Sensaphone Sentinel<\/a><\/strong> sends out\u00c3\u201a\u00c2\u00a0immediate text, email or voice phone call notifications to an\u00c3\u201a\u00c2\u00a0<em>unlimited\u00c3\u201a\u00c2\u00a0<\/em>number of people (if you opt for one of the premium service plans).<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><a onclick=\"javascript:pageTracker._trackPageview('\/outgoing\/www.diycontrols.com\/p-9574-xproxy-link.aspx');\"  href=\"http:\/\/www.diycontrols.com\/p-9574-xproxy-link.aspx\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignright\" title=\"The price of the self-powered xProxy Link includes a lifetime of Verizon Wireless connectivity charges.\" src=\"http:\/\/www.diycontrols.com\/images\/Product\/medium\/9574.jpg\" alt=\"xProxy Link\" width=\"160\" height=\"160\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong><a onclick=\"javascript:pageTracker._trackPageview('\/outgoing\/www.diycontrols.com\/p-9574-xproxy-link.aspx');\"  href=\"http:\/\/www.diycontrols.com\/p-9574-xproxy-link.aspx\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">xProxy Link<\/a><\/strong> &#8212; <strong>For monitoring outbuildings or sites with no electricity or unreliable power, or for temporary applications, the self-powered xProxy Link is the answer.<\/strong> Its lithium batteries last 5 to 7 years, depending on how frequently alerts are sent. Portable and small (about the size of a sticky note) the\u00c3\u201a\u00c2\u00a0<strong><a onclick=\"javascript:pageTracker._trackPageview('\/outgoing\/www.diycontrols.com\/p-9574-xproxy-link.aspx');\"  href=\"http:\/\/www.diycontrols.com\/p-9574-xproxy-link.aspx\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">xProxy Link<\/a><\/strong> can be used to<strong>\u00c3\u201a\u00c2\u00a0<\/strong>monitor one condition, such as temperature, fluid levels, humidity or a generator or pump failure. \u00c3\u201a\u00c2\u00a0Unlike other cloud-based monitors that have monthly cellular service charges, <strong>data usage fees for the\u00c3\u201a\u00c2\u00a0xProxy Link are <em>prepaid<\/em> and<em> included<\/em> in the price of the device<\/strong>. Write your own alert messages of up to 120 characters (e.g., &#8220;A\/C in computer center has failed&#8221;) and program the device to send notifications to up to 10 recipients.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><em>Remote Thermostat Control<\/em><\/h2>\n<p><a onclick=\"javascript:pageTracker._trackPageview('\/outgoing\/www.diycontrols.com\/p-5990-bayweb-internet-thermostat-professional-bw-wt8.aspx');\"  href=\"http:\/\/www.diycontrols.com\/p-5990-bayweb-internet-thermostat-professional-bw-wt8.aspx\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignright\" title=\"The BAYweb Professional thermostat performs HVAC temperature monitoring, trending, and alerting.\" src=\"http:\/\/www.diycontrols.com\/images\/Product\/medium\/5990.jpg\" alt=\"BAYweb Internet Thermostat Professional BW-WT8\" width=\"221\" height=\"221\" \/><\/a><strong>With a <a onclick=\"javascript:pageTracker._trackPageview('\/outgoing\/www.diycontrols.com\/t-thermchart.aspx');\"  href=\"http:\/\/www.diycontrols.com\/t-thermchart.aspx\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">remote controlled thermostat<\/a>, you can adjust the temperature in your office or store from virtually anywhere via a landline phone, smartphone or computer (based on the model you choose).<\/strong> Use your remote thermostat to preheat or pre-cool the office before employees arrive to reduce monthly energy bills. Many\u00c3\u201a\u00c2\u00a0remote thermostats are multi-functional and do double-duty as a <strong><a href=\"http:\/\/blog.diycontrols.com\/index.php\/frequently-asked-questions-about-freeze-alarms\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">freeze (or heat) alarm<\/a><\/strong>, so if temperatures in your building reach a dangerous level because of a furnace failure or power outage, you\u00c3\u00a2\u00e2\u201a\u00ac\u00e2\u201e\u00a2ll be notified immediately so you can remedy the situation\u00c3\u201a\u00c2\u00a0<em>before<\/em>\u00c3\u201a\u00c2\u00a0pipes freeze and serious damage occurs.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong><a onclick=\"javascript:pageTracker._trackPageview('\/outgoing\/www.diycontrols.com\/p-5990-bayweb-internet-thermostat-professional-bw-wt8.aspx');\"  href=\"http:\/\/www.diycontrols.com\/p-5990-bayweb-internet-thermostat-professional-bw-wt8.aspx\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">BAYweb Internet Thermostat Professional<\/a>\u00c3\u201a\u00c2\u00a0<\/strong>\u00c3\u00a2\u00e2\u201a\u00ac\u00e2\u20ac\u0153 <strong>The programmable BAYWeb Professional is the most full-featured Internet thermostat around and the perfect solution for business owners who want to save on energy and control the office thermostat from anywhere<\/strong> using a web-based browser or the new BAYweb mobile app for Apple and Android devices. Add <strong><a onclick=\"javascript:pageTracker._trackPageview('\/outgoing\/www.diycontrols.com\/p-5985-bayweb-wireless-motionoccupancy-sensor-gray-bw-os1-g.aspx');\"  href=\"http:\/\/www.diycontrols.com\/p-5985-bayweb-wireless-motionoccupancy-sensor-gray-bw-os1-g.aspx\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">wireless motion sensors<\/a><\/strong>\u00c3\u201a\u00c2\u00a0and your BAYWeb thermostat will perform &#8220;automatic occupancy sensing&#8221; and adjust the temperature to a comfortable level when employees are present. \u00c3\u201a\u00c2\u00a0This thermostat also features a secure home monitoring system that alerts you in case of heating\/cooling issues, sump pump failures and even break-ins (additional <strong><a onclick=\"javascript:pageTracker._trackPageview('\/outgoing\/www.diycontrols.com\/p-5990-bayweb-internet-thermostat-professional-bw-wt8.aspx');\"  href=\"http:\/\/www.diycontrols.com\/p-5990-bayweb-internet-thermostat-professional-bw-wt8.aspx\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">sensors<\/a><\/strong> required).<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>\u00c3\u201a\u00c2\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n<h2><em>Z-Wave Smart Home or Office Automation System<\/em><\/h2>\n<p><strong><a onclick=\"javascript:pageTracker._trackPageview('\/outgoing\/www.z-wave.com\/what_is_z-wave');\"  href=\"http:\/\/www.z-wave.com\/what_is_z-wave\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Z-Wave<\/a><a onclick=\"javascript:pageTracker._trackPageview('\/outgoing\/www.diycontrols.com\/p-9453-veraedge-home-controller.aspx');\"  href=\"http:\/\/www.diycontrols.com\/p-9453-veraedge-home-controller.aspx\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignright\" title=\"The VeraEdge you can do anything today\u00c3\u00a2\u00e2\u201a\u00ac\u00e2\u201e\u00a2s most advanced smart homes can do at a fraction of the cost.\" src=\"http:\/\/www.diycontrols.com\/images\/product\/medium\/9453_1_.jpg\" alt=\"VeraEdge Home Controller\" width=\"219\" height=\"219\" \/><\/a><\/strong>\u00c3\u201a\u00c2\u00a0is a wireless communications protocol designed for\u00c3\u201a\u00c2\u00a0home and office automation systems. <strong>Because all Z-Wave sensors and modules communicate wirelessly and\u00c3\u201a\u00c2\u00a0are battery-powered, installation is fast, easy and non-invasive.\u00c3\u201a\u00c2\u00a0Compatibility between controllers and sensors regardless of manufacturer is another perk.<\/strong> You can mix and match components from the thousands of <strong><a onclick=\"javascript:pageTracker._trackPageview('\/outgoing\/www.diycontrols.com\/c-252-z-wave-home-control.aspx');\"  href=\"http:\/\/www.diycontrols.com\/c-252-z-wave-home-control.aspx\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Z-Wave supported devices<\/a><\/strong> available from roughly 300 manufacturers around the world.<\/p>\n<p>Use your Z-Wave automation system to view cameras, operate door locks, control thermostats and lights, know when employees come and go, get smoke alarm notifications, and more. \u00c3\u201a\u00c2\u00a0Control everything using the unit&#8217;s\u00c3\u201a\u00c2\u00a0controller or remotely from your smartphone, tablet or computer using the mobile app.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong><a onclick=\"javascript:pageTracker._trackPageview('\/outgoing\/www.diycontrols.com\/p-9453-veraedge-home-controller.aspx');\"  href=\"http:\/\/www.diycontrols.com\/p-9453-veraedge-home-controller.aspx\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">VeraEdge<\/a><\/strong> \u00c3\u00a2\u00e2\u201a\u00ac\u00e2\u20ac\u0153 <strong>The very powerful but easy to use VeraEdge provides small businesses with one-app control for up to 220 <a onclick=\"javascript:pageTracker._trackPageview('\/outgoing\/www.diycontrols.com\/c-252-z-wave-home-control.aspx');\"  href=\"http:\/\/www.diycontrols.com\/c-252-z-wave-home-control.aspx\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">automation and security Z-Wave devices<\/a><\/strong> (sold separately). One easy, intuitive app spans all platforms (Mac\/Window\/iOS\/Android) to keep you informed and in control at all times, wherever you go. The VeraEdge is compatible with 1,200+ devices from most major brands and operates on Z-Wave Plus and Wi-Fi wireless connections. Another bonus &#8212; no monthly fees!<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><em>More DIY Electronics for the Workplace<\/em><\/h2>\n<p>Small business owners operating on tight budgets recognize the huge cost-savings that today&#8217;s DIY electronic devices provide. For example, a DIY wireless security system like the full-featured <strong><a onclick=\"javascript:pageTracker._trackPageview('\/outgoing\/www.diycontrols.com\/p-6203-rokonet-wisdom-wireless-security-system-bonus-kit-wkeypad.aspx');\"  href=\"http:\/\/www.diycontrols.com\/p-6203-rokonet-wisdom-wireless-security-system-bonus-kit-wkeypad.aspx\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">WisDom Wireless<\/a><\/strong>\u00c3\u201a\u00c2\u00a0is a great alternative to a professionally-installed system for a fraction of the cost. Today&#8217;s\u00c3\u201a\u00c2\u00a0<strong><a href=\"http:\/\/blog.diycontrols.com\/index.php\/how-to-choose-a-do-it-yourself-video-surveillance-system\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">DIY video surveillance systems<\/a><\/strong>\u00c3\u201a\u00c2\u00a0are another affordable but effective line of defense and offer advanced features like instant email alerts, anytime viewing from a smartphone or computer, and months and months of recording storage. \u00c3\u201a\u00c2\u00a0And if you want to save money by eliminating landline phone service at the office, consider getting a <strong><a onclick=\"javascript:pageTracker._trackPageview('\/outgoing\/www.diycontrols.com\/c-266-cellular-terminal.aspx');\"  href=\"http:\/\/www.diycontrols.com\/c-266-cellular-terminal.aspx\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">cellular terminal<\/a><\/strong>. \u00c3\u201a\u00c2\u00a0Cellular terminals\u00c3\u201a\u00c2\u00a0<strong><a href=\"http:\/\/blog.diycontrols.com\/index.php\/cut-the-cord-and-lower-costs-using-a-cellular-terminal\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">provide instant connectivity to a cellular network<\/a><\/strong> and accept\u00c3\u201a\u00c2\u00a0any device that works through a phone line and requires a dial tone, including cordless handsets and most DIY security systems.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>If you&#8217;re a small business owner and want to protect your building and property, here are some of the latest DIY electronics to safeguard your office or store. Regardless of whether you rent or own, protecting your brick and mortar building, equipment and inventory is&hellip; <a href=\"https:\/\/blog.diycontrols.com\/index.php\/whats-new-in-diy-electronics-for-small-businesses\/\">Read More<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":3,"featured_media":6280,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_monsterinsights_skip_tracking":false,"_monsterinsights_sitenote_active":false,"_monsterinsights_sitenote_note":"","_monsterinsights_sitenote_category":0,"footnotes":""},"categories":[32,10,9,6],"tags":[200,16,707,23,7,648,154,720,341,22,658,229,535,656,657],"class_list":["post-6225","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-flood-intervention","category-freeze-alarms-heat-alarms","category-home-monitoring-security","category-internet-thermostats","tag-bayweb-internet-thermostat","tag-cellular-terminals-2","tag-cloud-based-remote-monitoring","tag-diy-wireless-security-system","tag-internet-thermostats-2","tag-remote-control-thermostats","tag-sensaphone","tag-sensaphone-sentinel","tag-video-surveillance-cameras","tag-video-surveillance-kits","tag-wireless-security-systems","tag-wisdom-wireless","tag-z-wave","tag-z-wave-controller","tag-z-wave-devices","clearfix"],"aioseo_notices":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/blog.diycontrols.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/6225","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/blog.diycontrols.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/blog.diycontrols.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/blog.diycontrols.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/3"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/blog.diycontrols.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=6225"}],"version-history":[{"count":40,"href":"https:\/\/blog.diycontrols.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/6225\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":11414,"href":"https:\/\/blog.diycontrols.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/6225\/revisions\/11414"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/blog.diycontrols.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/6280"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/blog.diycontrols.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=6225"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/blog.diycontrols.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=6225"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/blog.diycontrols.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=6225"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}