Review on 🔌 IP2SL-P iTach TCP/IP to Serial Converter with PoE - Enables RS232 Control Devices to Connect to a Wired Network by Dang Reid

I don't think the average home consumer will buy this type of device, so I'm writing this for the semi-educated consumer who understands what they are buying or what they are trying to achieve. This device acts as a "bridge" between two commonly used protocols: TCP and RS232 (serial). Global Cache is one of the leading providers of this type of device, which is used by many home automation companies to integrate home automation controllers with receivers, TVs and virtually any type of device that supports RS232. Here are two things you need to know. these devices: 1. Centralized home automation is no longer just for the super rich or professional installers. The DIY (DIY) community has developed many great tools for creating your own home automation solution. By connecting devices such as the iPad, you can use the software to design your own remote control. These types of devices are critical to controlling the devices in your home.2. RS232 transmits commands to the device much better than infrared. The infrared port (which your remote control uses) can fail in a number of ways, such as: B. when the device does not receive a command due to interference. Of course, if you have no other choice, use IR (me too), but RS232 or a direct TCP command is preferred. Additionally, unlike RS232 and TCP, IR does not provide any feedback to the device (e.g., confirmation that the device received a command or the ability to ask the device "What is the current volume?"). place. So if you want to communicate with the device via your home network, preferably use RS232 or TCP. These devices work great with Perceptive Automation's Indigo Home Automation Suite and can be integrated with a plugin called Global Cache. Of course, these devices can be used with almost any home automation system, but these are two of the best devices for the home improvement market. Feel free to contact me if you have any questions.