As previously mentioned, Z-Wave gives you a broad choice of controllers – hand-held remotes, key fobs, and gateways that can interface with the Internet. There are also plug-in USB Z-Wave controllers for both Windows and Macintosh computers that let you use your PC to set up automated scenes and events.

You can combine Z-Wave controllers in your installation or choose just one

Instead of turning things on and off by hand, solutions like Wayne Dalton’s USB Z-Wave controller can automate your home for convenience and energy savings.  For example, instead of having your garage door turn down the thermostat when you leave for work in the morning, you can set a pre-determined time for it to go on and off, as well as other Z-Wave devices that are in your network.

Of course, you can also combine any or all of these controllers in your household. For example the same living room lights could be turned on when you arrive home through with your garage opener, from a hand-held remote when you’re upstairs in bed, or when you’re out of town on business, through the Internet and your Z-Wave gateway