Homeowner Forum / Home Automation / June 2004

I am currently an X10 user (CM11A) and am looking to upgrade to a new
controller/system to obtain greater reliability.  The new USB 1132CU
from Smarthome looks great (standalone, no PC) but not sure if I
should wait (Z-wave) or go for something like the Ocelot.  I want more

This is to control lighting. My first project, starting with turning
the lights on when the wife pulls into the driveway. However, I want
to control non-X10 light fixtures. Eventually I want to control lights
around the entire perimeter.

Sorry if this is excessive cross-posting. I've been searching for answers
for hours and can't seem to find any good resources. Any pointers to
websites or FAQs would be greatly appreciated.
I am looking for a self-installable home security setup of cameras and

I have two  X10 LW10U dimmer switches. They make an unacceptable
amount of noise especially when dimmed. I can hear them buzzing over
20ft away. Does anyone else have this problem? Any suggestions on how
to reduce the noise? Is there an X10 compatible product that works

is it possible to wall mount a wired touchpanel.  It seems as if the
cable will get in the way.  also is there a limit to how many
touchpanels you can have with one CNMSX-AV.  And is there a difference
between the CNMSX-AV and CNMSX-PRO as far as limitations? And can

I'm renovating a home and I've been trying to choose a lighting system
and control system for my home.
Once upon a time before I started this, I thought X-10 was the coolest
thing.

We have several 500 w flood lights with a built in motion detector.
Occasionally the flood light will turn on with motion but will not turn off.
Can anyone please tell me what component/s that may need replacing in these
motion detectors?

I'm looking for a remote temperature sensor. Unfortunately, all the
items Google turns up don't seem to fit my needs. Here's the specs.
- Battery operated
- Transmits via unlicensed spectrum up to 100 feet

You have a plan for build a MULTI-MASTER net with MCU
PIC.
BYE

I will be renovating my home soon, and want to re-do the wiring
infrastructure.
When I look at what companies are offering I see all kinds of RG6U: dual
shield, quad shield, some that will pass up to 3GHZ bandwidth, etc.

Newbie here.
Problem as follows:
1. MS14A EagleEye Motion Sensor (Outdoor)
2. RR501 transceiver Module

Why doesn't the power horn operate when the motion detector is employed?

Hopefully not stupid question.  I did research prior posts.
Have CM11a - there's an outlet on it - can this outlet be controlled ?
What's the code ?  How is it set ?
I can't find my instructions.   Also can't find CM11a manual at

For a project I am involved with we have been thinking about using X10
to collect data from sensors distributed around the house. To do this,
I was thinking of making use of the X10 Extended Data tranmission
capabilites. Ideally the setup would be:

I'm looking to start playing with automation.  I've heard of numerous
problems with the CM11a, so I've been looking a bit at the CM17
Firecracker (which seems pretty good but limited, a step down from the
CM11a but maybe more reliable) and heard good things about the Lynx10,