Homeowner Forum / Home Automation / September 2003

I need to purchase a HAI Omni II Keypad and would like to know if one is any
better than another.
I am currently drawn to the 15A0001 universal LCD Console for the cost,
larger scale and ability to surface or flush mount the unit.

There are only Active Home programm to controll an x10 technology?
There are an alternative programm under Windows?
I like AH,but have a old design...
Bye,

I have a couple problems… I installed a Leviton Phase coupler
(SmartHome 4823) per the instructions. Things are no better off than
before. I have double checked and moved the breakers that the coupler
is attached to around and nothing seems to help.

Sorry if this is mentioned in the FAQ, or has been asked before but my ISP
doesn't store many messages from this group. =(
There seems to be a HUGE amount of information out on the web, and I've
spent quite a few hours tonight looking at it.  But I'm getting lazy...

I am requesting help and comments on the following scenario.  The main issue
is crossing the house code boundary,  IE, I have more than 16 groups.
I am gradually installing all of the modules (X10 and X10 pro) at this time
to control my lights and ceiling fans.   I have a bunch of ...

I am looking for video streaming server software/object that I can use
on my web server to stream camera video to a browser. I want to
emulate the X10 WebView software with my own programming. Anyone have
good results with such a server or object?

We have a small office with 3 CO lines and 5 extensions.  I really
want a KSU-less system but have tried the ATT964 and Panasonic
wireless KX-TG4000, both with undesirable results.  I have pretty much
convince myself that I need a KSU system and have narrowed down the

I have an X10  8 in 1 remote.  You can enter any code for at TV
or VCR, etc. and all works find.  The problem is that it won't
"learn" any special codes like it used to.  I did try removing
the batteries for several weeks and then trying again ... same

Hi, all. I want to put a wall mounted LCD video monitor in the kitchen
to mirror what's on the TV in the living room. 5-7" would be fine and
running composite video is no problem. I *could* buy an LCD TV for
$400 or so. But what fun would that be? One thought is a car video

If you are DO NOT look here:
http://basshome.com/productdetail.cfm?ProdID=91131&cfid=390429&cftoken=97620439
Do you believe $6.00
Just 99 cents - at AlarmSuperStore.com . What a price difference

Considering the unreliability of the wireless x10 cameras, has anyone
converted one to being wired, thus bypassing the wireless transmitter
on the camera and deriving the signal from the camera into an RCA
jack?

After starting to get hooked on X10 I thought I'd look into getting some
more modules, but the costs here in Australia are huge.
As an example an X10 Motion Sensor here in Australia costs $75 AUD, whereas
on X10.com the same unit retails for $30 AUD equivalent, and on ebay even

Can anyone tell me the answer, I've been scouring the net for ages...
The scenario:
I have lost the remote for a Yamaha DSP-E390
I have a learning remote (not pronto)

There are lots of serial and parallel port monitor software programs that
allow you to see what data is being sent and received over the ports.
Sysinternals makes a good one
http://www.sysinternals.com/ntw2k/freeware/portmon.shtml

I plan to use ads C80ic speakers throughout my new house for
whole-house audio.  I am using the rough-in brackets so installation
will be easier, but was wondering if I should try and construct some
type of backbox or enclosure behind each speaker location?