RE: [Embedlets-dev] X10 and 802.11

[Jac K. <j.k...@th...>]

On Mon, 10 Nov 2003, Kelly Smith wrote:

> I also have a complete disporation on how to "Bullet Proof" the wiring
> in you home that can somewhat minimize the erratic behavior of the AC
> wiring... Keep in mind that every home will be unique.

Have been using X10 for 6 years now without any problems. The advantage is 
no messing around with the wiring is needed (which is very nice when 
you're renting.)

> I had lights going off and on "Just for the Hello of it" at sporadic and
> un-corralatble times eith the TINI unplugged from the CM11A.

Never seen these problems (yet?)

> In short, people will be disappointed with the results, and the TINI (at
> best) can only handle about four X10 modules (on a good day, with no sun
> spots. 

at least 8 modules over here...

> Real world applications with X10, that might endanger the public, are
> out of the question.

X10 is nice, but not when it might endanger the public. Switching a few 
lights on and off should not be a problem. I wouldn't use it to control a 
coffee maker [only drink tea anyway ;-) ], water heater or anything like 
it.

> In short, X10 is _NOT_ a predictable and "rock solid" solution, and
> there are too many variables to contend with on a case-by-case
> installation in a home (much less a large installation like an
> industrial control site).

Don't even think industrial control and X10. Is has not been designed for 
an application like that. Protocol is far too slow for anything that 
demands near realtime control.

Regards,

Jac

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