Homeowner Forum / Home Automation / October 2003

Does anybody know of any modifications that can be done to the x10
ninja pan&tilt base?  I need to be able to control it with a hardwire
because the remote control only works to 20 feet.
Dennis.

I am currently using the 'Infrared X10 Command Console IR-543' to turn my IR
commands into X10 commands. The problem is that  I need to control more then
16 devices (I have used all of the 'A' house code, and the receiver has
rotary type house code selector).

I have a 3Com 802.11b access point in my roof to provide wireless Internet
and local intranet access to my notebooks and hand-held PC.
Has anyone done any type of wireless automation using something like this?
I envisage being able to somehow hook up a (cheapish) 2.4 Ghz receiver ...

Hello! My X10 lights and appliances turn on and of randomly all the time.
Like 3-5 times a day.
I don't know what could be doing it. I don't have the CM11a comp interface
plugged in, and I have tried removing the RF device. But it still happends.

Pretty lame question but I really don't know so I thought I had better ask.
I have never installed wiring with B connectors so I'm at a loss on what
tool to use for crimping the B connectors without damaging it or the wires
within.

Would be nice to have put a subject on the message.. :(
One of the Ninjas, in the 4 camera setup I have has developed a
problem. Until today, all cameras switched properly (e1, e2, e3, e4).
Today, e3 will not turn off, so I can't switch to other cameras. All

I am pre-wiring our house (new construction) for audio. In addition to
the speaker and CAT5 wires to the rooms, I also want to have a
line-level cable between my study room and the equipment stack. These
will have RCA jacks and used for transferring audio between my

can somebody suggest a good book for a beginner at home automation
(not only on x10 though)

Does anyone out there know of a decent list of common X10 Modules and
what functions they do and don't support?
I gather this is long shot, but I thought I'd ask.
Thanks for any info.

I am looking for a software program which will allow me to monitor my
home's DSC security system. The security system will dial into my
computer's phone line and modem when it is triggered or in the alarm
state. Once connected the DSC security system will upload its data and

Apologies if this has been covered before but I have had a search with
Google and haven’t found the answer.  I plan to use my amplifiers ‘B’
speaker output to feed two speakers that will be recessed in the ceiling.
The problem is that the two speakers will be in separate small rooms ...

My name is Craig Moorhead.  I'm producing a documentary for Discovery
International about personal security and one of our segments is on
home security.  I want to set this segment in the UK.
I want to shoot a walk-through of the house, focusing on the security

Still looking for info on a DVR, software, and outdoor cameras.
Anybody care to offer their experience?
Is there a good advantage for geting infrared cameras?
Thanks

All,
I improved a bit on that diagram, here you go:
http://www.mvw.net/images/X10schema.gif
Michael

I'm in the market for RF modulators. I'd prefer to get a multi-channel
model (2- or 4-), but multiple one-channel modulators will suffice. I
see that Radio Shack sells a one-channel modulator (model 15-1243) for
$24.99. Seems like a good deal since other one-channel modulators like