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x10 Yard lighting rnnng cable question
I've done it with a length of PVC pipe and the male part of a hose repair kit. Insert the threaded part of the kit into the end of a length of PVC pipe. Thread the garden hose into the other end. Use...
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wall switches
Hi all, I am thinking abouot building some 240V X10 wall switches to use here in australia has anyone tried to build the modules in a zip box and have it connected to momentary action switches that...
 
House Access Help
I'm rather new at home automation. I'd be interested in feedback regarding a plan for a passive entry system to my home. The plan and components I have envisioned exist but I have not seen them...
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X10 RF equipment - is there a difference between UK and US gear?
I'm in the UK and have many X10 items working succesfully. I now want some extra bits and bobs, specifically motion sensors and key fob remotes. They are a horrendous price in the UK but online in the...
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Automatic Garage Door
Hi, I would like to know the typical interface for automatic/electric garage door. Is it controlled using 2 relays for power and direction (closing and opening) or maybe with just one relay (relay on...
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Need UPB Set up help
am building a home and need some expert adice from you folks out there. Thinking of going UPB or should I go x10. I've got UPB deveices specified below, if you think I should go x10, please let me...
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Multimedia
Hello all! I'm VERY new to the whole home automation field. For the moment, I am just looking at using wall panels to connect to a central PC and play MP3's in any wired room. Can someone point me to...
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Low cost SMD Oven for making SMD samples and Prototypes
This SMD Oven Controller (SMDOC-01) is designed to use with a toaster oven. The temperature profile is similar to the expensive industrial SMD oven provided. So, the sample quality is as good as the...
 
Controlling an X10 command based on a hi or lo voltage event
Hi all, Does anyone have a way that I can send an x10 command based on a hi or lo voltage event. I want to turn a pump on in a remote building and have an x10 controlled outlet. I want it to turn on...
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Help with CM15A
Hi, I need some help. I own 4 cameras which I bought in the UK. I also bought a remote control and the tranceiver, hence everything was working nicely. I then decided to buy 4 motion detectors and a...
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PLCBUS
Has anybody heard about PLCBUS? Is it the 220-240V version of the UPB? Rgds, Jo
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Dial-up security/automation assistance request
Greetings - We will be remodeling our rural cabin later this year and would like to implement some automation in the home when we remodel. Nearly all of the walls will have their sheetrock removed so...
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Dial-up home automation assistance needed
Greetings - We're going to be remodeling our rural cabin later this year. It's located in a remote area which only has internet via dial-up...and that's at around 30kbps. We would like to automate the...
 
Computer-Controlled Power Outlet
All, I know nothing about home automation and am not sure this is the right place, but it's the closest I can find. I would like to buy a power strip or similar device which I can turn on and off via...
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Does anyone make an "alarm" that tells when something is powered on/off?
Does anyone make an "alarm" that tells when something is powered on/off? I'm picturing something you plug an appliance into, that will sense the load. When the appliance is turned on or off, it sends...