Remote that controls lights and home cinema!!

[blingo]

Hi Guys.

Am doing a massive project in around 2 years times (see DIY section ) am doing my research now i want everything to be perfect. Am looking for a touch screen remote that can control everything even the spot lights in the home cinema. I want them to dim down and up not just switch on and off. I looked around on this forum but didn't see anything. Hope someone can help.

[QuantumUK]

Depends what lighting control you are going to use though? If you go for z-wave you could use a remote such as the Nevo Q50 which pretty much allows you to do anything. It's a bit of a cross between a touch screen and a hard buttoned remote.

http://www.quantumelectronics.co.uk/.../nevo_q50.html

[badbob]

How much do you want to spend? I just used a £25 IR dimmer with universal remote. If you want lighting schemes, or multi-room then need to plump out a fair bit of dosh.

[marksimonwright]

Based upon you original post I would actually wait until your ready. However, in todays market i would suggest

Harmony 895 - with Z-Wave devices for you lighting I reckon the remote and Z-Wave devices (modules & switches)would be about £500.

or, if money not an issue

Philips Pronto Pro TSU9400 or TSU9600 with RFX9600 extender and Lutron lighting. Total cost £2K plus

Mark

Also check out Rako lighting (although if its a one room solution you want lutron is best)

[blingo]

Yea technology changes everyday. Never done something like this so i thought i look into systems that are out right now and the price. 2k sounds good to me. Will be looking into that.

Thanks guys.