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POWERLINE CARRIER REMOTE CONTROL x ELECTRIC POWERLINE-CARRIER REMOTE CONTROL x X-10 REMOTE CONTROL xx REMOTE CONTROL Computerize a home. Interfacing a computer to the BSR-Brand wireless remote control system sold by Sears-Roebuck. Use it to control electrical devices. A $5.25 interface to the BSR X-10 home control system utilizes an ultrasonic transducer connected to a single bit from a computer parallel output port. Program uses an Apple II computer (or other 6502-based computer) to control the BSR X-10 home control unit. Written in 6502 assembly-language. An 8080-based remote appliance controller. How to install serial communications between a computer and the BSR X-10 command module. Tips to eliminate "arbitrary switching" in the BSR X-10 remote control system. Recycling old computers. Let an old computer you no longer use control your home environment. Build a parallel interface board which can control X-10 modules via a computer program. X-10 basics. Learn about how these home-control modules work and build an X-10 computer interface that will let you use them with your PC. Remote security communicator. How to send control and voice/music signals hundreds of feet away through a common ac power line. Increase the range of the RR501 radio receiver by attaching an external antenna to the built-in telescopic antenna. Tips on automating the opening and closing of curtains and drapes. Troubleshooting a motion sensor light controller which is turning on lights during the day. X-10 remote control module ideas for controlling a furnace thermostat. Temporary effect of static electricity on X-10 controllers is described. Includes tips on reducing static electric buildup during the winter. Tip on using a remote control lamp module to control a transformer power pack. Tips on using the X-10 compatible "HomeMinder" unit from Radio Shack to control more than 16 modules. A butler in the house. Voice activated home control by Mastervoice is reviewed. Includes ideas on controlling doorbells, garage doors, vacuum cleaner, and other tips which could be implemented with other systems. Automation without aggravation. How Leviton powerline carrier devices were used to modernize lighting control in an older home. List of X-10 modules and controllers to make an effective intruder-alarm. Tip on interfacing the X-10 CP290 Computer Interface to a Macintosh SE20 computer. Repair option for a Radio Shack HomeMinder which is out of warranty. Tip on using the obsolete HomeMinder controller to turn on a designated lamp and then dim it automatically. Tip on increasing the battery backup time for a "Butler-in-the-Box" by Mastervoice. BASIC language program for controlling the CP290 Home Control Interface. How to activate an electric door strike using the X-10 control system. This allows a locked door to be opened without retracting the latch bolt. Listing of X-10 (or equivalent) remote-control modules which can be used to control fluorescent lights. How to improve signal quality to X-10 modules by considering the way in which your home's circuit breaker box is wired. Automating a spa with three X-10 powerline-carrier remote control modules. Procedure for replacing a burned-out triac in an X-10 module with a Radio Shack triac that will work better. The original triac will often fail whenever a bulb burns out. Troubleshooting open resistors in X-10 wall switches that are caused by too much heat. How to control a (1) ceiling fan/light combo and (2) room-to-room fan using X-10 devices. How to control a 220 volt, 30 amp electric hot water heater with an X-10 appliance module via a 220 volt relay. How to control the Heath/Zenith Barking Dog Alarm via an X-10 universal module. Tips on installing an X/Y rated capacitor across the 220 volt legs of a home electrical system so that X-10 devices will operate correctly on any 110-volt leg. Tip on reattaching the leaf spring found underneath the push button on a 3-way X-10 wall switch. How to replace existing 4-way wall switches (used to control a single light from three different locations) with X-10 switches. How to bypass (defeat) the local control of an X-10 appliance module so that devices won't accidently turn on. Tips on dimming lamps (using the CP290 computer interface to the X-10 system) without first turning the lamps full on. Tips on using a photocell to control X-10 modules (on at dark and off at light). Suggested wiring for a burglar alarm system (using either the wireless X-10 Powerhouse system or burglar interface module) that is also capable of activating other X-10 modules (connected to an audio system, telephone dialer, etc.) whenever the security system is tripped. Modifying the X10.BAS Utility Program (written in GWBasic and supplied on the "Home Automation Software for IBM/PC compatible") so that it will run under MS-QuickBasic and control X-10 modules using the CP290 interface. How to utilize multiple X-10 universal modules to activate door chimes with different sounds. Tip on safely controlling low-voltage yard lights (without overheating the transformer) and variable-speed ceiling fans (with induction motors) using X-10 switches. Troubleshooting tips to determine if an X-10 module is being activated by a loose electrical connection or by a random ON signal. Troubleshooting X-10 modules which occasionally fail to operate. A look at static electricity, ice on power lines, or controller/module compatibility as the most likely causes. Troubleshooting X-10 systems in large homes. A look at the three major source of problems: (1) Lack of phase coupling, (2) interference and noise, and (3) powerline impedance. Testing for X-10 problems. Tips on testing modules and powerline to determine the source of the problem. Includes a QuickBasic 4.5/MS-DOS 5 signal test transmission program for use with a Leviton 6386 Signal Strength Indicator. How to operate the Enerlogic System 1400e computer interface for X-10 modules on a Macintosh computer. How to defeat the local on/off feature of an X-10 appliance module so that fluorescent lamps, air conditioners and electric blankets can be shut off without turning themselves back on due to breakdown current. Tip on running a separate 15A, 120VAC line for wide-area control of X-10 modules. Tip on using a thermostat to control X-10 modules via a burglar alarm interface. How to alter the programming for an Enerlogic ES1400e system so that it will always control an X-10 module that also is triggered by another X-10 remote controller. How to modify a Radio Shack 61-2683 wall switch module to have a local dimming option just like the Leviton 6381. Tip on when to use either the Leviton 6299 Signal Bridge or the Leviton 6201 System Amplifier to get usable powerline control system signals on both phase A and phase B of your electrical service. How to extract an X-10 signal from a voltage source (using the 6299 Signal Bridge) and send it over low-voltage wires. How to replace the internal backup battery found in the Radio Shack/GE HomeMinder. How to turn off a supplementary 12-volt alarm after a preset time period using an Enerlogic ES-1400e and a computer controller (CP290). Troubleshooting tips for X-10 wall switches. Modifying a Radio Shack Model 61-2683A remote wall switch to have a local dimming function. How to disable (bypass) the ALL LIGHTS ON and ALL UNITS OFF functions on X-10 lamp modules using the Enerlogic EX1400e programmable two-way interface. Automating the outdoors. Lighting and pool maintenance ideas which utilize X-10 controllers. Difficulty in using X-10 devices in thermostatic applications (such as controlling the temperature of a spa). Powerline. Your ticket to easy, economical home automation. Describes available PLC (powerline carrier) modules, PLC controllers, module selection procedures, disadvantages, etc. How to use the X-10 remote-control system to detect the doorbell. Tips on locating either motion detectors or X-10 wall-outlet modules to avoid problems from wide temperature variations. Tip on using X-10 devices to control halogen torchiere lamps. Ideas for saving energy by using X-10 devices to (1) turn off lights in unoccupied rooms and (2) control a thermostat. Using X-10 to control low-voltage lights via an existing 24-volt relay system. Modifying the X-10 appliance module to work with fluorescent fixtures. Home control software. Using a home computer to automate your home via X-10 or similar control modules. An overview of the possibilities and typical costs. How to adapt an automatic garage door opener to transmit an X-10 signal whenever the garage door opens. How to arm the X-10 DS7000 security system automatically using a modified wireless remote. Automated Christmas lights. A simple X-10 holiday project. Tip on bypassing the internal modem so that the X-10 CP290 home control software will work on a Macintosh PowerBook computer. Tip on troubleshooting an X-10 computer controller that has stopped functioning after being knocked on the floor. Tips on determining the cause of an X-10 system jam up (lock up) where almost everything stops functioning. Reminder on which X-10 modules may be used to control fluorescent lights. Tip on unlocking an RF transmitter that is locking-up an X-10 control system. Tip on controlling the POWER and RECORD buttons on a VCR using a universal RF (radio frequency) remote control that is activated by an X-10 module. Tip on improving X-10 signals by installing a capacitor across your 220-volt line from hot-to-hot. Tips on utilizing the X-10 "ALL LIGHTS OFF" command as opposed to the "ALL UNITS OFF" command. Trigger a remote doorbell without running wires. Utilizes the X-10 Powerflash remote control device. Tip on locating an X-10 passive infrared motion detector to increase the coverage area and sensitivity. How to control low-voltage landscape lights using X-10 modules. Tips on locating signal-absorbing or noise-producing equipment that cause interference with X-10 signals. Tip on modifying an X-10 UM506 module to shorten the momentary pulse width to about 0.5 seconds. Using an X-10 module and Powerflash Interface to turn on a lamp when triggered by an open door/gate latch, telephone ringer, sump pump malfunction, or some other device. Tips on turning an audio amplifier with a soft switch on/off using an X-10 module. Tips on using X-10 devices to control the 24-volt solenoid valves of a lawn sprinkler system. Defending your garage door opener against code-grabbing burglars with the help of X-10 devices. Tip on remotely controlling a 220-volt spa using an X-10 module. Tips on controlling an electric hot water heater using X-10 remote control modules. Using X-10 modules to (1) determine if an automatic garage door is open and (2) to send a remote signal to close the garage door. Tip on using X-10 relays to activate a thermostatically-controlled attic fan. Tip on activating an electric blanket using an X-10 remote control module. Using X-10 remote control modules in connection with Christmas decorations. (1) Tree light control. (2) Outdoor light control. (3) Music control as visitors approach. (4) Christmas melody doorbell. Tip on using X-10 Universal Modules (with built-in chime function) as centrally-controlled alarm clocks in several rooms. Irrigation automation. A smarter way to water the lawn. General advice on using X-10 remote control devices to determine when and how much water to sprinkle on a lawn. Jingle all the way. A vehicle detector tells you when guests have arrived and switches on the holiday decorations. Utilizes various X-10 components. Control your home through your telephone using this X-10 compatible system. Est. cost: $135 (kit). Freeze fighter. Combine an electronic thermometer (temperature controller) with a powerline-carrier remote control universal interface. Use it to control an air conditioner, outdoor heat tapes, etc. Invisibot. A PC based universal remote control system that combines X-10 control with a voice-recognition and synthesus system. Also handles infrared (IR) controlled devices. Power-line modem lets your personal computer send signals over your house wiring to control lights and appliances. Used to control X-10 modules. Est. cost (kit): $100. Carrier-current remote control handles up to nine electrical devices. Automate your home with an expandable X-10 controller that is built around a PIC microcontroller. Est. cost: $47 (kit). Plug-in remote controls for the whole house. What is available in X-10 devices and tips on their use. Installing a home alarm and lighting-control that uses the X-10 (wireless) technology. How to computerize various household functions by linking BSR control modules to a digital computer. Simple interface for connecting an Apple computer to the BSR remote power controller using the ultrasonic hand-held control. Carrier-current remote control system. Put a radio-frequency signal on your 117-volt AC power line to control electrical devices from a distant location. Uses a transmitter plus a receiver with a relay. Remote control device sends its signal over existing electrical wiring. Est. cost: $21. Using existing house wiring for computer remote control. Part 1. Using existing house wiring for computer remote control. Part 2. How to build a typical remote. Using existing house wiring for computer remote control. Part 3. Construction and software. Understand X-10. An introduction to home automation. Sexier security system. Adding automation to an existing security panel. Using simple X-10 add-ons to improve the versatility of your integrated home security systems. Tip on using an X-10 transmitter to open a garage door. Tips on overcoming the X-10 signal attenuation that may sometimes be caused by the 120 kHz carrier frequency. Tip on bypassing the local control request when controlling an electric blanket with an X-10 appliance module. How to trigger a remote chime module using an X-10 device whenever an automatic clothes dryer finishes the cycle. Tip on using an X-10 Powerflash module to turn on a lamp whenever the doorbell is rung. Whole-house audio. How to rig up a speaker-selection box that works with X-10 remote control . Audio output can be directed to either zone 1 or zone 2 stereo speakers using X-10 signals. Est. cost: $66. Doing laundry the X-10 way. (1) Sounding a remote chime when washing machine has finished the cycle. (2) Using an AC current sensor and Powerflash module to signal when a clothes dryer has finished the cycle. Portable, affordable automation. Tips on automating an apartment using X-10 devices. Tip on controlling ceiling fans using X-10. Shortcoming on using an X-10 dimmer switch to control a ceiling fan. Tip on selecting X-10 switches which are able to still pass signals while in the off position. Tips on insuring a good X-10 signal throughout a whole house. Proper method for installing X-10 wall switches. Tips on troubleshooting an X-10 system. Tip on using an X-10 Powerflash module to log the time that electrical devices turn on and off. Troubleshooting tips for X-10 controlled lights that come on at odd times. How to combine standard HVAC thermostats with X-10-based remote controls to provide more versatility than a programmable thermostat. Troubleshooting X-10. Part 1. Signal-strength problems. Using X-10 transmitters to alert you to problems (open freezer door, flooding, etc.). Troubleshooting X-10. Part 2. Signal-noise problems. Patio alert. A wireless receiver which can be activated by three transmitters which in turn can be activated by anything that makes a noise (doorbell, telephone, baby crying, etc...). House wiring carries signal. Receiver buzzes and turns on a light indicating source of noise. Three-channel wireless switch sends a signal over your house wiring to control up to three remote switches, each answering to a different signal. Est. cost: $12 for one transmitter and $14 for each receiver. Remote power controller for your Commodore-64. Build this interface so that your computer can activate wireless remote control modules as manufactured and sold by BSR and Radio Shack. REACTS 7000 (Radio-Electronics Advanced Control System). Part 9. Wireless home automation. Using the REACTS system to control X-10 remote control modules. REACTS 7000 (Radio-Electronics Advanced Control System). Part 10. Wireless home automation. Using the REACTS system to control X-10 remote control modules (continued). | |||||||||
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