From: Evan G. <eva...@gm...> - 2006-12-08 23:47:06
|
Tom wrote: > What's the best way to control X10 outdoors? > Specifically Xmas lights.. > > Black and Decker had a line called Freewire which works with X10 and > they have a small extension cord looking device for $15 which is > controlled by X10. > http://www.smarthome.com/2000BE.html > > I could also use an X10 controlled outlet with an outdoor cover. > > The outside outlets aren't controlled by indoor switches so an indoor > switch wouldn't work. > > What other options are there? > > thanks, > tom > > > Another super low cost but effective method I use is to seal an appliance module (or lamp module) into a ziploc bag then simply plug it into your outside outlet by poking the plug right through the plastic bag. Do the same with an extension cord into the module. I've done this for years in a semi-protected outdoor location with great results. Evan |