X10 IR Controller (IR543) – Review
Similar to the Mini Controller the IR Controller allows you to operate up to 16 modules via an infrared remote control and 8 modules via…
Hardware
HomeVision – 19 Inch Rack
The following is an account of Keith Doxey’s conversion of my HomeVision into a 19″ rack mount case. Keith Doxey’s DIY Home Automation website can…
HomeVision – UK Stuff
When importing a HomeVision into the UK you will need to obtain two additional components to make it work. This article details exactly what they…
HomeVision – Description
Here are some pictures of the home automation controller I use – the HomeVision from Custom Solutions Inc. The front panel houses 7 LED’s as…
Butler Curtain Controller (CM80) – Review
The Add-a-motor is primarily designed as a ‘retro fix’ for previously installed tracked curtains. It does not need a specially designed track like the Swish…
Comfort Alarm – Review
The Alarm – At last I’ve had a chance to put something down about my new Comfort Alarm . Blame a busy few weeks at…
Ecoswitch – Review
I was interested to hear about this new switch from AEI Security. The idea of an internal PIR controlled switch seems so obvious (indeed these…
X10 Wireless Switch (WR0450-40) – Review
I received these modules to review from Celtel at the start of December which was very timely. You see I’m all X-10’d up so I…
Hawkeye Occupancy Sensor / Motion Detector (MS13E)
Readers of my previous articles may recall my search for a solution to the hall / landing lighting problem for which my favourite X10 module,…
X10 Powerflash Module – Review
As a brief overview, I had the requirement to send an X10 single when someone entered my garden. Initially I attempted to use the MS13H…
Micromodule – Review
The Marmitek AWM2 micro-module is the first to market of the new breed of modules supporting ACT’s A10 (Advanced X10) protocol. The AWM2 is simply…
X10 Mini Controller – Review
The Mini Controller (MC460) allows up to 8 individual or groups of modules to be controlled. The modules can be either switched on/off or in…
X10 Maxi Controller – Review
The X10 Maxi Controller (SC503) can control all 16 unit addresses on any one house code with individual buttons. The unit has buttons for ON,…
X10 PC Interface (CM12U) – Review
The long awaited CM12U finally reaches the UK. On receiving the unit you open the box to find a CD with the “Activehome” software (Windows…
X10 Sundown Controller – Review
The PHC03/SD533 SunDowner controller is that venerable old trooper the MC460 mini-controller, but with one crucial difference – it’s had a light dependent resistor grafted…
X10 IR543AH – Review
What the Heck? Yesterday a package arrived containing a prototype of a new X10 device, the IR543AH. So what the heck is that, I hear…
Irrigation
Ian Bird has just added some great info and pictures to his site about his irrigation system… “I built a small relay board especially for…
Atlas CAT5 Cable Tester – Review
My good mate Darren has the “Daddy” of all Cable Testers. It’s a Fluke something-or-other and it’s amazing! It can ping IPs, generate network traffic,…
Fuji Webpads Arrive in London
The bulk delivery of Fuji webpads by Gareth Cook for members of the UKHA_D mailing list has finally arrived in the UK… Gareth and helpers…
Discount on PC Caller ID Box
Pathway Data Limited are offering a limited time discount on their great Caller ID Products… – 10% off sale – Free shipping – Free evaluation…