by Dave Rye | Oct 1, 2004 | Uncategorized
The roots of X10 sprang from a little engineering company in Scotland called Pico Electronics, Ltd. (Pico is now part of X10 Ltd.). Before the X10 project, Pico pioneered the development of the microprocessor and introduced the world’s first single-chip...
by Dave Rye | Oct 1, 1999 | Uncategorized
I’m often asked when, where, and why X10 technology was developed. Having recently celebrated my 25th Anniversary with X10, I thought this would be a good time to present a historical overview of how X10 created the Home Automation industry. The roots of X10 are...
by Dave Rye | Apr 1, 1999 | Lighting And Automation Systems
The X-10 Two-Way Lamp and Appliance Modules are the latest in the range of X-10 Two-Way Modules. When used with the X-10 Two-Way Computer Interface (CM11A) and ActiveHome software they provide the most versatile (and cost effective) high-end Home Automation solution...
by Dave Rye | Jun 1, 1998 | Smart Home
Q. I have been using the HD245 to control a room air conditioner in my Summer home and it works fine. I just installed one in my apartment in New York City and it doesn’t work. I tried the SAME module in my Summer home and it works fine! A. The Heavy Duty 220V...
by Dave Rye | Aug 1, 1997 | Uncategorized
Q. I would like to install a security system in my home, I don’t think that a local siren is enough and would like a system that calls out for help. I’ve heard that most systems that hook up to a central monitoring station require a monthly monitoring fee....
