What Is X10?
  X10 is a communications protocol, similar to network protocols such as TCP/IP. However, X10 works across home power lines and is extremely low-bandwidth. X10 devices send about one command per second, and the commands are as simple as "Device A1: turn on." These commands require less than 1/1000th of the bandwidth of a dial-up connection.

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Like a broadcast network, every command is sent through every wire in your house; it's up to each individual device to decide whether it needs to respond to a particular command. With X10, devices that can be plugged into the wall can communicate with each other and with your computer. There are hundreds of X10 devices available, and most are fairly inexpensive--less than $40. The simplest way to use X10 is to turn a lamp on and off from an X10 remote. To do this, configure an X10 transmitter (such as an X10 remote or wall switch) and an X10 receiver (such as a lamp module) to the same X10 address. Plug a lamp into the X10 receiver,  You can buy all of the parts you need for simple projects at homesecuritystore.com..

The simplest way to use X10 is to turn a lamp on and off from an X10 remote. To do this, configure an X10 transmitter (such as an X10 remote or wall switch) and an X10 receiver (such as a lamp module) to the same X10 address. Plug a lamp into the X10 receiver then turn the lamp on. Now you can now use the X10 remote to turn the lamp on and off.

 

RECEIVER WIRING ACTIONS APPLICATIONS

Appliance Module

AM466 or AM486

 Plug In ON/OFF Turn electrical appliances, stereo, TV, Hot Water Tank, Hot Tub etc. ON/OFF.

High Voltage Appliance Module

HD24

 Plug In ON/OFF Water heater, room air conditioner, ranges etc. ON/OFF

Lamp Module

LM465

 Plug In ON/OFF/DIM Turn lamps ON/OFF and DIM/BRIGHT

Wall Switch

RWS17

WS467

WS477

 Replace Existing ON/OFF/DIM Turn lights on the existing circuit ON/OFF and DIM/BRIGHT. 3 way switches also available.
Wall Receptacle (Electrical Outlet) Replace Existing ON/OFF Control whatever is plugged into the outlet ON/OFF.
Universal Module Plug In

OPEN/CLOSE

Dry Contacts

 Control low voltage systems such as sprinkler valves, drapery controls, garage door opener etc.

Chime Module

RSC15

 

 Plug In CHIME Chimes when ON signal received.

 

CONTROLLER

WIRING

ACTIONS

APPLICATIONS

Mini / Maxi Controller

MC460

 

Plug In

ON/OFF/DIM & All ON/OFF

Simple ON/OFF/DIM control of lights and appliances from fixed remote location.

Mini Timer

MT10A

Plug In

Manual & Timed ON/OFF/DIM

Schedule ON/OFF times for various lights and appliances (Security Mode controls lights at random times)

Wireless Remote Control

Plug In Receiver

ON/OFF/DIM

Remote control sends radio signals to plug in receiver which triggers X-10 equipment. Range 75'

Wireless Wall Switch

Plug In Receiver

ON/OFF/DIM

Velcro mounted keypad sends radio signals to plugged in receiver which triggers X-10 equipment.

Telephone Responder

Plug - Tel Line & Electrical Outlet

ON/OFF & All ON/OFF

Dial In from anywhere in the world and use touch tone buttons to control X-10 devices.

Computer Controllers

Plug - Serial Port & Electrical Outlet

Programmable events

Program sequences of events to occur in response to remote signals and times.

 

 

Ralph Winn publishes articles, guides and reviews on security related topics. Ralph Winn has over 32 years of education and experience in the security industry. Your home should be your haven where you feel comfortable and secure. Everybody deserves to feel safe in their own home. The world around us can get hectic at times, and it's important to have a place of safety we can retreat to when times are tough. That's why our goal at the home security store is to help you find the best way to provide a protected environment for you and your loved ones. Ralph has created a user-friendly security forum for you to get answers.