Re: OEM chips for X-10 available?

From: Joerg (notthisjoergsch_at_removethispacbell.net)
Date: 02/09/05 

Date: Wed, 09 Feb 2005 19:13:34 GMT

Hello Eduardo,

>I only need to send/receive commands over the power line (in my case
>es 220V 50Hz, Spain), and I need it with the simplest solution, in
>terms of price and circuit simplicity.
>
>

It depends on how reliable it has to be. Personally I would not control
anything critical with X10. Other than that it works for us.

>Any other protocol available for this?
>
>

Several, such as Lonworks. But then it gets expensive.

>By the way, what is a firecracker???
>
>

A device that plugs into your PC. It sends X10 RF commands to the
wireless transceiver instead of using a powerline modem like we do.

Whatever you do, make sure it is geared towards 50Hz. The X10 modules we
are using in the US are set for 60Hz. For a reasonable signal to noise
ratio you need to have the 120kHz bursts of X10 happen at the zero
crossing. Or at least near those.

Saludos, Joerg

http://www.analogconsultants.com

Relevant Pages

  • Re: AT&T Usenet Netnews Service Shutting Down
    ... X10 may be the solution for line power control, ... I'd never control our pool pump with that;-) ... That was one of my requirements when buying a house: No HOA. ...
    (sci.electronics.design)
  • Re: AT&T Usenet Netnews Service Shutting Down
    ... X10 may be the solution for line power control, ... we do have a big pool. ... those who let the sweep pump run dry for even a minute -> phssss ... ...
    (sci.electronics.design)
  • Re: Justify Upgrade from X-10 to Z-Wave?
    ... chair to operate room lighting or to turn-off lights in another room. ... but my experience is that a well installed X10 ... The XTB-IIR booms out strong signals to the ... control common area lighting in my condo building, ...
    (comp.home.automation)
  • Re: BX24-AHT Printed Circuit Boards
    ... We had this house built for us in 03, ... mini-controllers for manual control. ... Sprinkler is a Rain8 controlled by X10. ... electrician route one circuit throughout the main floor to where we planned ...
    (comp.home.automation)
  • Re: AT&T Usenet Netnews Service Shutting Down
    ... X10 may be the solution for line power control, ... Hope no kid plays mailbox polo. ... That was one of my requirements when buying a house: No HOA. ...
    (sci.electronics.design)