Activent FAQ's
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Why do I need the Activent?
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An average home in North America has 9-12 rooms of which 2-4 rooms are typically being over
heated or over cooled. Installing an Activent in these rooms helps eliminate this problem.
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How does the Activent work?
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The Activent is a battery powered wireless air register which regulates air flow into rooms.
The homeowner sets the desired temperature in an Activent monitored room using the Remote
Temperature Controller and the Activent louver system will maintain the desired temperature.
It is designed for problem areas in a home that get too warm (or cold in A/C mode) when the
heater is on.
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How many Activents can I install in my home?
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Activent is designed to be used in up to 1/3 of a homes air registers.
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Can I use Activents throughout my home?
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All forced air heating and air conditioning systems need to push air through the vents.
Restricting too much air is not good for the system. By replacing up to 1/3 of the air registers
with an Activent the forced air systems are still able to push air and not back-up the system.
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How long will the batteries last?
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Each Activent unit uses 4 AA batteries and 4 AAA in the RTC. Alkaline batteries are recommended
for the Activent. These should last for a year or more.
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What sizes are available?
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The Activent is available in 4 popular sizes; 4" x 10", 4" x 12", 4" x 14", 6" x 10"
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At what frequency does the Remote Temperature Control and the Activent Louver System communicate?
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The Activent system is running at 315 MHz on an FM modulation transmission signal. The
effective controllable distance is 12 meters.
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Can the Activent grill be painted?
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Yes, the grill is made of ABS plastic and may be painted by a professional painter.
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Will the Activent work under my wood floor vent cover?
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Yes. The Activent will fit under a wood floor grate provided the opening is the proper size.
Some modifications will need to be made in the floor or to the wood grate in order for the
grate cover to fit and so it does not interfere with the battery pack.
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Where can I install the Activent?
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The Activent can be installed in a ceiling, wall or floor register. Size is the only limiting factor.
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