Thanks much Ron, I really appreciate all the input on this topic.  I know 
it's not directly relevant to Ham Radio, but I think this eximplifies the 
great thing a list of folks with similar needs can be to all of us.  Jim 
WA6EKS


-----Original Message----- 
From: Ronald E. Milliman
Sent: Thursday, October 11, 2012 1:59 PM
To: [log in to unmask]
Subject: Re: OT. talking thermostat

Jim,

I have three talking thermostats, and I love them.  They allow me to
independently control my heating & air conditioning systems in both of my
houses.  I mention both houses because in one house I have a regular forced
air, gas furnace and air conditioning system and in the other, I have dual
heat pumps, one on the main level and one upstairs.  The systems in each
house require a little different model of the VIP talking thermostat.  They
are even programmable.  I purchased mine directly from

Harry Cohen
The Ezra Group LLC / TalkingThermostats.com
Comfort Solutions for people who are blind, visually impaired and disabled
www.talkingthermostats.com
E-mail:  [log in to unmask]
Tel:   (800) 838-8860)
         (763) 591-9557
Fax:  (763) 544-7166

Harry is one of the nicest, straight-shooter fellows I know.  If you
contact him, tell him that Ron Milliman, K8HSY told you about him.  As I
recall, he is also a ham.

Ron, K8HSY


At 12:26 PM 10/11/2012 -0700, you wrote:
>Yah, this is off topic but still blindness related.  I am looking
>for a talking thermostat for a home heating and air conditioning
>unit.  specifically, I'm wondering if anyone on this list has a
>model VIP 1007 and if so, where you got it? Thanks, Jim WA6EKS
>
Dr. Ronald E. Milliman, retired Professor Western Kentucky University

Chair, American Council of the Blind Public Relations Committee
Monthly Monetary Support Program (MMS) Committee