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Well last year we saw the
Answering Machine come to life as rumored. We also saw the Voice
menus that was kind of a surprise. The RS485 port activated
for thermostat control. We did not see the long awaited control
panels.
So will the
control panels be released this year ?? Word is that JDS will be
releasing 2 keypads around May or June of this year. An LCD
Keypad which supports up to 96 menus and a LED keypad with 7
programmable buttons & leds. The LCD Keypad has a vertical LCD
display with 8 dual position soft switches to the side.
Click for picture. The switches can perform many functions
depending on the menu and programming. The software will be
included in future versions of WinEVM and allows the user to
create a variety of menu choices with text and graphics. Both
keypads connect to Stargate's RS-485 port with support for up to
16 of each type. Details will be posted on the JDS website in a
few weeks. I have my credit card ready!!
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