Abstract: A landscape lighting and security system includes low-voltage landscape light fixture electrically coupled to a low-voltage power line extending from a low-voltage landscape transformer. A control device connects to the transformer, such as in place of a common photo cell. When a motion detection sensor of the control device is activated, the transformer powers and illuminates the landscape light fixtures.

Abstract: A baluster mounting system includes removably locking a baluster between oppositely disposed upper and lower surfaces. A first rail connector is fixed relative to either an upper or lower surface. A second rail connector is fixed relative to either the upper or lower surface which is opposite the first rail connector. A baluster is removably locked between the first and second rail connectors. The first rail connector is configured to slidably receive an end of the baluster and the second rail connector is configured to laterally receive an opposite end of the baluster. A locking sleeve is slidable along a portion of the baluster and configured for locking engagement with the second rail connector.

Abstract: An electrical outlet activation and deactivation system includes a controller coupled to a live power source comprising a switch and an RF signal receiver. A remote environmental sensor comprises a motion sensor, a photo cell, and an RF signal transmitter. The motion sensor, detecting a motion, sends a first condition signal coupling the live power source to the electrical outlet or device. The photo cell, detecting a daylight condition, prevents the sending of the first condition signal. A timer uncouples the live power source after a predetermined time has elapsed since the motion sensor last detected the motion. A regulator couples and uncouples the live power source to the electrical outlet or device independent of the sensor. The controller can include an electrical plug removably connectable to the live power source through an electrical outlet, or alternatively, can be permanently coupled to the live power source through a hardwire connection.

Abstract: A security lighting system includes a lighting fixture and a power source having an input electrical AC voltage and a rechargeable battery. A switch is selectively coupled to the lighting fixture and power source and is responsive to a motion sensor and a photo cell. A timer is associated with the switch to uncouple the power source from the lighting fixture after a predetermined time has elapsed since the motion sensor last detected a movement. A selector is associated with the switch having one of a plurality of modes of operation including an off, an extend, or a security mode of operation. The input electrical AC voltage is coupled either to a primary landscape lighting system or a solar power supply.

Abstract: A baluster mounting system includes removably locking a baluster between oppositely disposed upper and lower surfaces. A first rail connector is fixed relative to either an upper or lower surface. A second rail connector is fixed relative to either the upper or lower surface which is opposite the first rail connector. A baluster is removably locked between the first and second rail connectors. The first rail connector is configured to slidably receive an end of the baluster and the second rail connector is configured to laterally receive an opposite end of the baluster. A locking sleeve is slidable along a portion of the baluster and configured for locking engagement with the second rail connector.

Abstract: A baluster lighting assembly and method using illuminated intermediate baluster members in which balusters or pickets can be adjustably spaced along a power cord. A plurality of light sources mounted in each of a plurality of balusters or pickets are electrically connected to a power cable through connector housings mounted in each of the balusters or pickets. Each connector housing includes pierce connectors for penetrating the insulation of the power cable and coming into electrical, non-shorting contact with the power cable's live and ground wires along any selected location of the power cable.

Abstract: A baluster lighting assembly and method using illuminated intermediate baluster members in which balusters or pickets can be adjustably spaced along a power cord. A plurality of light sources mounted in each of a plurality of balusters or pickets are electrically connected to a power cable through connector housings mounted in each of the balusters or pickets. Each connector housing includes pierce connectors for penetrating the insulation of the power cable and coming into electrical, non-shorting contact with the power cable's live and ground wires along any selected location of the power cable.

Abstract: A device for carrying a concealed weapon comprising first and second flexible fabric panels, overlying the other, the panels being releasibly secured to one another in an overlying relationship; a holster is securely and removably secured to one of the panels and covered by the other of the panels, thus concealing and cushioning the weapon; the panels are joined along a common edge, and releasably connected along at least two other edges thereof in such a manner that the panels may be quickly separated to reveal the holster and enable removal of the weapon by the wearer.