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New Cheetah Speed System Available Soon from OSBAuthor: Chris B Posted Date: 1/6/2010 10:10:47 AM
Just around the corner, OneStopBuy will begin providing full access to the new Cheetah Speed System™ line created by the recent Cheetah-Leviton partnership. These products allow the installation of electrical devices, switches, receptacles, and wallplates without the use of screws - just a simple speed anchor and snap & lock system.
Cheetah increases installation speed by up to 50%. It also offers an affordable way to get the elegance, style, and designer look of screwless wallplates in any construction.
Learn more here so you can be ready when the products become available:
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Complete Your Home Theater SetupAuthor: Chris B Posted Date: 12/17/2009 2:39:08 PM
Homeowners expect much more from a home than just a place to sleep. It is a place where they like to entertain and to be entertained. Whether it is playing video games, watching a movie, listening to their favorite CD or having a party, it all boils down to enjoying their home.
Entertainment options like home theater systems are an important feature to consider when remodeling or home or building a new one, to help create the perfect ambiance. A home theater system is truly the ultimate in home entertainment that gives a new meaning to TV viewing pleasure. From a simple, yet quality TV and surround sound system in your family room to an elaborate movie theater replica in a dedicated entertainment room, you can create a home theater experience with the perfect combination of lighting control and surround sound.
First things first, it's best to have a centralized connection point for all AC power, audio, video, home theater, and data connections. Using a Leviton Recessed Entertainment Box (R.E.B.) is a fantastic way to manage all of your home theater electronics from a single location. If you have a High-Def TV then there's something else to bear in mind. Any and all connections should be clean and in accordance with building codes. To best achieve this, I would recommend PowerBridge, which is a complete In-Wall Electrical Solution for HDTV installations.
And what about your video player? With an HDTV, of course, you can't sacrifice the quality of one with HDMI output and 1080i upscaling. These features will give you an exceptional image quality. One of our Single-Disc JBL DVD Players is a great option, in that it offers this as well as playback of numerous disc formats, PAL-to-NTSC conversion for region-compatible playback, and complete audio component control.
Finally, your home theater can't go wrong with having soft ambient light controlled by a dimmer, like Leviton's Acenti or Decora Home Controls. When you start up a movie, you can turn the dimmer down to a preset level with merely the touch of a button.
Select from our entire Home Theater product offering here:
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How Can I Make My Home Safer During the Holidays?Author: Chris B Posted Date: 12/11/2009 7:29:32 PM
Making a house look occupied, experts say, is the single most effective way to deter break-ins and vandalism. I believe it! Just think of Home Alone's Kevin McCallister, who scared off the "wet bandits" by turning on a basement light when they drew near to the house.
That's why I think Leviton’s House Sitter product line makes a great addition to any security package. Both the Basic and Deluxe Wall-Mount Programmers will let you turn lights on and off at pre-selected times, making it look like someone is always home.
House Sitter lets you leave home with greater confidence, even if you don't leave a kid behind!
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My neighbor's dod is keeping me awakeAuthor: Georgenne Eggleston Posted Date: 12/7/2009 1:48:42 PM
My neighbor has two begals and they park all night. I don't to call the police to the seen. How do I talked to them and resolve the concern without causing a scene.Comments (0) | Leave Comments | Permalink
Why You Can Trust Leviton Devices are ReliableAuthor: Chris B Posted Date: 11/20/2009 10:26:28 PM
I've always been considerably impressed with the reliability of Leviton products. In particular, I'm thinking about the rigorous testing that their Industrial and Hospital Grade devices are subjected to. There's no denying that Leviton has built a line of wiring devices that handle far more than the average heavy-duty product.
Just look at all of these tests:
1. Abrupt Removal of Plug Test - In order to see whether breakage of a receptacle interferes with its function or strength, a 10-pound weight is dropped from at least 2 feet. This yanks a plug from the receptacle . After all this, the receptacle must be able to hold a 0.184" diameter grounding pin (that also weighs four ounces).
2. 500 Pound Crush Test - By placing plugs and connectors between steel plates that slowly increase in their force of weight (all the way up to 500 pounds!), Leviton ensures that devices used in [heavy-duty] environments won't be broken or damaged after harsh wear and tear.
3. Impact Test - Leviton actually surpasses UL requirements by dropping a 10 pound weight on plugs/connectors from 36 inches above. Again, this test ensures that this kind of scenario wouldn't damage or interfere with any device's function.
4. Cord Pull Test - A fourth test involves pulling plug/connector cords with 10 pounds of force for two hours. Not only that, but the pulls are rotating ones, which go around in a 3-inch circle. After all this, the cord insulation on devices cannot have any cuts or tears, and the various parts of the cord cant be out of place any more than 1/32-inches.
5. Mechanical Drop Test - Their last test has plugs and connectors suspended by the cord and then released. Once they fall 45 inches, they hit a hard wood surface. This same motion is repeated 1,300 times to ensure the device still wouldn't be damaged in a way that hinders performance.
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Our New Resource for Wallplate SizesAuthor: Chris B Posted Date: 11/10/2009 10:12:47 AM
Always getting questions like this: What is midway size on Leviton wallplates? How much bigger is an oversize plate? Or, more simply, what does just a standard measure like?
All of the measurements for Residential/Commercial and Decora Screwless wallplates are laid out and easy to understand.
Let us know what you think! Comments (0) | Leave Comments | Permalink wallplates, leviton, sizes, standard, midway, oversize, customers, help
Improved Navigation for Leviton Wallplate PagesAuthor: Chris B Posted Date: 9/25/2009 7:36:07 PM
It all started with a tip we received from a customer several weeks ago, that it was difficult for them to find an 81040 Brass Wallplate just by using the categories we already had. So our administrators here decided to jump on it. Since then, we've been working diligently to make our pages easier to sift through.
If you want to find a specifically Brass or Nylon switch plate, you can now do it much easier. Or do you have a color preference? It's covered. Just go to your choice and we narrow it down by your preferred material and application needs. Go ahead and try it!
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Reliable Occupancy Sensing for Bathroom SettingsAuthor: Chris B Posted Date: 9/1/2009 2:24:24 PM
Going back again to bathroom remodeling, I wanted to mention the use of a wall switch occupancy sensor like the Leviton ODS10-ID. This one is mainly designed as a commercial sensor but actually works well in a residence too. Now, you can use the PR180-1L sensor, which is more of a residential sensor and about half the price. But the "commercial" label has to do with both performance and appearance. These devices have slightly larger capacities in wattage. And arguably, the commercial sensor looks a lot nicer. It's more sleek.
For more detailed information on the different types of occ sensors we offer, see our page here:
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So You Want to Remodel Your Bathroom?Author: Chris B Posted Date: 7/30/2009 11:05:44 AM
When it comes to redesigning the look and feel of a bathroom, oftentimes, it just takes a little rethinking on a homeowner's part. It's best to start by looking at two aspects - appearance and performance.
You can instantly spruce up the appearance of any room, especially a bathroom, by using designer switches like Leviton's Acenti or Decora lines. Acenti has defined a new standard for premium grade lighting control with a return-to-neutral design that provides the ultimate in visual and touch appeal. Decora devices, as well, have long been some of the best in the decorator-grade electrical device market. Decora is sleek and streamlined, with a profile that looks great in a bathroom setting.
But on the performance side of things, you should look at the benefits that other types of device additions can provide, from increased electrical safety to personal energy conservation. Opting for commercial switches and receptacles over lesser grades is a smart choice. Both are better because they're able to withstand more frequent use. Commercial receptacles are safer, especially, because they have greater insertion retention strength which will allow plugs to stay in place for years of use. GFCI devices are also required for all receptacles near a water source. By installing these in your bathroom and testing them regularly, you can very easily prevent many common electrical injuries that are suffered every year.
You can also reap the enormous benefits of energy savings by using eco-friendly occupancy sensing and timing switches. Setting your lights and exhaust fans to turn off - after a particular amount of non-usage time - is an indispensable tool in keeping energy usage in line, and not risking wasting what you don't have to. Comments (0) | Leave Comments | Permalink bathroom, applications, Leviton, acenti, decora, lighting controls, commercial, switches, receptacles, eco-friendly, green, safety
helpAuthor: gio Posted Date: 7/27/2009 9:49:46 PM
Its my first time using the acenti line. Installed 22 dimmers and switches. Im stuck on one. There is 1 set of wires coming into the box. 1 ground, 1white, 1 black. No matter what i do i cant get it to work. Can anyone help. email me direct i you can. thank you so muchComments (1) | Leave Comments | Permalink
Turn Your Establishment Into a "Green" ShowcaseAuthor: Chris B Posted Date: 7/23/2009 11:27:21 AM
For Leviton Manufacturing, the bold step toward building an entirely sustinable construction has proven successful. You can read more about it here. Just a few of the features include:
- 90% of all equipment, appliances, and fixtures are Energy-Star compliant.
- Low-emission paints, carpets, and related materials.
- 70% usage of building materials that are recycled or recyclable.
Something else that's particularly interesting is Leviton's use of its own lighting control products - dimmers, designer switches, occupancy sensing, and daylighting systems.
If you'd like to implement something similar in your own businessplace or residence, then, how would you go about it? Here's a quick reference list:
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Read Even More From Us On TwitterAuthor: Chris B Posted Date: 7/9/2009 4:21:21 PM
OneStopBuy is now sending tweets on Twitter. If you want to follow us, our username is simply OneStopBuy:
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Purchasing the Right Dimmers for Your ApplicationAuthor: Chris B Posted Date: 6/23/2009 2:00:54 PM
Here's a good question concerning Leviton Cat. No. VPI06-1LX. The description on this type of item says it's "Single Pole OR 3-way." So what does this actually mean? How does this work?
Put simply, these newer "digital" dimmers function differently than electro-mechanical dimmers. If a dimmer is a single pole, it is fed like normal, and then you use either one of the traveler wires and cap off the remaining one. In a 3-way setup, you would use 1 dimmer and a remote (like VP00R-1LX). You could also add an additional remote and that would give you a 4-way setup.
Here's an example. Say you have 2 switches in one room. That's means you need 1 dimmer and 1 remote unit. And f you were have 3 switches in the same room, you would require 1 dimmer and 2 remotes in that room.
I can see the complications in this for some customers, especially when particular rooms are so much different than others. I would strongly recommended, if you want to try and avoid ordering too many of something, just talk with OneStopBuy's Tech Support department. We really don't want you to have the hassle of returning something that can't be put to use.
Learn more about all the types of Leviton Dimmers that we offer.
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Surge Protection for the Storm SeasonAuthor: Chris B Posted Date: 5/19/2009 11:50:55 AM
You've probably noticed, with the storm and monsoon season rapidly approaching, that lightning strikes are happening a lot more often. Many of you are looking for home protection if you don't already have it. Others, too, might want to look at updating what they do already have.
Microprocessors are what will nearly always be affected once lightning strikes. In most homes these days, people are relying more and more on faster and smaller microprocessor-based equipment; there are over 50 microprocessors in an average modern home. They're embedded not only in desktop and laptop computers, but also in things like televisions, stereos, refrigerators, microwaves, security systems, and garage door openers. But faster and smaller means they're that much more sensitive to power quality problems.
In many cases, a small investment in some Leviton residential surge protection devices can help prevent these problems, safeguard all your sensitive equipment and help you to eliminate costly downtime.
Also, Leviton catalog number 51110-PTC is another type of surge protection for powerline, communication line, and telephone applications. Lightning strikes can affect even communication lines, like satellite dishes and cable TV, or even telephone lines. A lot of us just don't realize that all of these things can be rendered useless by a power surge, not merely power lines.
I can tell you that all of these devices, as varied as they are, can each be vitally important if you want to effectively protect against voltage transients and surges that can damage, degrade, or destroy critical equipment. Comments (0) | Leave Comments | Permalink surge, protection, storms, microprocessors, residential, commercial, industrial, home, power
Bussmann's Low-Peak Fuse AdvantageAuthor: Chris B Posted Date: 5/15/2009 5:51:01 PM
There's always been a concern in the electrical industry over safety and reliability of devices in high-energy environments. Just look at the injuries caused by arc faults, which can and will happen in a fraction of a second:
- Deep burns and even death to workers because of clothing catching fire.*
- Seriously broken bones like fractured ribs, collapsed lungs, and any other conceivable injury that would be caused by being hurled a great distance.*
- These blasts are also known to hurl equipment shrapnel at ridiculously high velocities (we're talking in excess of around 700 m.p.h.).*
This is serious stuff. But as we've come to understand the dangers better over the years, companies like Cooper Bussman have also come up with great solutions. As opposed to simple circuit breakers, for example, Bussmann's Low-Peak fuses are specifically made to provide more efficient downtime reduction, improved workplace safety, and exceptionable code compliance.  Two of the best Low-Peak features, in my opinion, are current-limits on the fuses (which cut down substantially on the risk of arc-flashes) and easyID fuse indication technology (which tells you in black-and-white exactly when a fuse needs replacing).
Low-Peak fuses are a smart move if you want to correct these common workplace problems. I can't stress enough how important it is to make electrical work simple and hazard-free for your personnel.
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