Sounds great (in theory) but have they solved the problem of the
neighbor's garage door opener turning on all your lights (and stereo and
compressor) - and of momentary power outages doing the same? I too
thought the idea was great - until I tried it. Well positioned manual
switches are a fantastic invention worth trying (as long as you don't
forget your passport!).
Derek
epetrevich@relavis.com wrote:
>
> Sorry, I forgot that X-10 isn't that popular yet.
>
> First off, a great place to start is http://www.x10.com If you live near a
> Radio Shack, they carry it as well.
>
> x10 is a standard transceiver language that works on existing AC wires in
> your home. It allows you to control any outlet or fixture from any other
> point in the home. It basically is a "home automation" solution without
> the need to rewire the whole house.
>
> Example, in my last shop, I had 5 different light switches to turn on and
> off each time I went in or out. By replacing the switches with X10
> compatible switches, and adding a "controller" near the door, I could
> program the different "routines" for each button on the controller. I had
> one that turned on all the lights, the stereo, the air compressor and the
> dust collector. Another one that only turned on selected lights (in case I
> just needed to run into the shop to grab something), and others to turn on
> any light by itself. No matter which one I used, I only had to touch one
> button to turn everything off.
>
> X10 is getting alot more advanced. I have a computer program that
> interfaces with my home electrical system. I can turn on/off any device
> from my system. Plus I have macros that I can run.
> In the old house, I would hit one button in the den and the main lights
> would dim to 40%, the accent lights ramped up to 40%, the mini blinds
> closed and the DVD player turned on. (and yes, I have had to "reboot" my
> house! 8>))
>
> >From a security prospective its great. You can put your house in "learn"
> mode. It basically can learn your daily routine of electrical use. Then,
> when you got on vacation, you put your house into "live" mode. The
> computer will turn on and off all the lights and devices hooked up to your
> x10 system automatically at about the same time (but not exactly, so it
> doesn't look like a timer). Perfect for making your house looked "lived
> in" while you are away.
>
> I also have the phone interface. I can call my house from any phone and
> type in a code. Once I've done that, I can turn on/off any device
> remotely. I used this once when I was in Boston and I need to have a
> friend get my passport out of my house for me. He drove to my house and
> called me on his cell. I opened the front door for him (using x10 "strike
> plates") and turned the lights on right to my closet that had the passport.
> He had no question on where to go! 8>) When he left, the door
> automatically locked and I turned off all the lights.
>
> X10 is fun and easy to install and use. You can also start real small and
> add on as you want to, to control costs.
>
> If you have any more questions, please let me know.
>
> Inch
> (I have no interests in X10 technology or X10.com. I'm just sharing
> product information and advice)
>
> mailto:epetrevich@relavis.com
>
>
> "Rex
> Burkheimer" To: <epetrevich@relavis.com>,
> <rex@wmautomo <shop-talk@autox.team.net>
> tive.com> cc:
> Subject: Re: Speaking of codes...
> 09/22/00
> 09:47 AM
> Please
> respond to
> "Rex
> Burkheimer"
>
>
>
> what is an X10 Solution??
>
> I'm about to put lighting into my shop, too.
>
> Rex Burkheimer
> Marketing Director, WM Automotive Warehouse
> Fort Worth TX rex@wmautomotive.com
> "Genius is nurtured in solitude, character in the social stream." -- Goethe
> ----- Original Message -----
> From: <epetrevich@relavis.com>
> To: <shop-talk@autox.team.net>
> Sent: Friday, September 22, 2000 7:42 AM
> Subject: Speaking of codes...
>
> >
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> >
> > Speaking of codes, does anyone know what you need to do with extra
> > conductors that are wired in? (to be up to code)
> > The person that owned the shop before me, must be Italian, because his
> > wiring looks like Spaghetti! (Note: no offense to Italians, I'm 1/2
> > Italian) 8>)
> >
> > Anyway, in cleaning up his wiring job, I've got lots of 3 conductor wires
> > in boxes that only need 2. Of course I disconnected the wire at both
> > ends, but do I need to do anything else? (i.e. E-tape, wire nut?)
> >
> > Thanks. I'm currently working on an X-10 solution to the shop lighting.
> I
> > did it in my last house and shop and loved it!
> >
> > Inch
> > mailto:epetrevich@relavis.com
> > --=_alternative 0045CD9985256962_=
> >
> >
> >
> >
> > <br><font size=2 face="sans-serif">Speaking of codes, does anyone know
> what you need to do with extra conductors that are wired in? (to be up to
> code)</font>
> > <br><font size=2 face="sans-serif">The person that owned the shop before
> me, must be Italian, because his wiring looks like Spaghetti! (Note:
> no offense to Italians, I'm 1/2 Italian) 8>)</font>
> > <br>
> > <br><font size=2 face="sans-serif">Anyway, in cleaning up his wiring job,
> I've got lots of 3 conductor wires in boxes that only need 2. Of
> course I disconnected the wire at both ends, but do I need to do anything
> else? (i.e. E-tape, wire nut?)</font>
> > <br>
> > <br><font size=2 face="sans-serif">Thanks. I'm currently working on
> an X-10 solution to the shop lighting. I did it in my last house and
> shop and loved it!</font>
> > <br>
> > <br><font size=2 face="sans-serif">Inch<br>
> > </font><a href=mailto:epetrevich@relavis.com><font size=3 color=blue
> face="Times New Roman"><u>mailto:epetrevich@relavis.com</u></font></a>
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