Dan, I use the Quartet as my ECU. My understanding that is quite pricey and since mine is well over 11 years old now, I really have no clue as to how much they cost. Here is the website. http://www.qtiusa.com/product_description.asp?ProdID=4
I definitely agree with wheelchair that you need to be able to test the equipment to see if it meets your specific needs. The one ECU that somebody else posted appears to be comparable to Quartet, in that it controls infrared devices (six of them), fans, lights, electric blankets, door openers by using X-10 devices, it also has the capacity to attach up to two remotes to the back so it can open door openers without the use of X-10 (which can be a lifesaver if you have a UPS on those door openers), can interface with a computer, and as a telephone built in with 99 programmable positions for speed guile numbers. My particular model is a voice-activated as well as switch (sip-n-puff, headrest, or joystick). I have seen computer-based ECUs and if they are connected with Microsoft, I just don't trust them enough. Quartet is much more stable and has a eight hour battery backup. The only difficulty I have seen is that it requires a UPS in order to back up the remote transmitter. This allows me to operate the ECU wirelessly from my wheelchair. I, however, I am unable to use a UPS near my ECU as it dampens out the X-10 signals to the rest of the house. Best of luck in your endeavors. Quadius Dan Tessiatore <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: I am a quad and thinking about purchasing an environmental control unit. Has anybody researched this topic or had good or bad experiences with these type of units? --------------------------------- Never Miss an Email Stay connected with Yahoo! Mail on your mobile. Get started!
