Items Tagged With x10

Submission by Steve Edwards - Over the last few years I have built up a fairly large collection of X10 equipment, this being one of the main things I like about X10, you can start with a very simple set up and add to it later. My own X10 system started with a mini timer and a couple of plug in modules.

My old style mini timer has worked flawlessly since I have had it and it is still in daily use but, to be honest, it's not the prettiest thing in the world and so when I came across it's replacement on my weekly tour of the Lets Automate website I was immediately interested...

Here's an interesting X10 amplifier project. Most of us have experienced X10 signal propagation problems at one time or another, so anything to help the signals get through is welcomed. No mention of a 220V version but as it's a DIY project it may not be difficult for someone to redesign for European modules...

"X10n Simple Browser Based X10 Control - X10n allows you to control X10 devices through a simple easy to use web based interface. Once your devices have been setup they can be controlled and monitored automatically by X10n or controlled manually by you. You can control your devices from any browser enabled device connected to your network e.g. Laptop or PDA. If you would like to get started with home control and automation without the hastle of complicated setup or expensive software then X10n is the right choice for you. X10n is also completely "skinnable" so you can create your own look and feel for PC browsers and PDA browsers...

Submission by Balraj Jassal - If you're not familiar with X10 technology, you must have been living on planet Ga-Ga or have just discovered this website. For over a decade, X10 has reigned as the king of the Home Automation entry-level market. In its basic form X10 allows you to assign a unique 'address' to a home appliance allowing it to be switched on or off using a controller such as a remote control. Although many other Home Automation protocols and devices exist, X10 has been a success due to its comparatively low price and its ability to harness your home's existing electrical wiring. And the market continues to grow - with a rich range of modules, a growing base of software controllers and now what is titled as the 2nd generation of modules...

Submission by Steve Edwards - I recently changed my central heating boiler and took the time to set it up to be controlled by X10 via homevision, for local control I had a X10 Maxi controller in the kitchen...