When an X10 outlet is turned off it is still putting out about 60 volts
(I checked over a dozen different types of X10 outlet,
in-wall type as well as plug-in type,
and they all put out around 60 volts).
Try it with a load that is more meaningful than just a 10Mohm
voltmeter.
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