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Somfy Shade Home Automation X10 / RS232 16 Channel RTS Interface

The Somfy RS232 and X-10 interface is a 16 channel RTS transmitter is a versatile home automation interface device for Somfy’s products that are compatible with RTS RF technology. The 16 Channel RTS Interface can be controlled with X-10 powerline system controls or via RS232 communication from a vast array of controllers. This shade home automation controller is capable of individual or group control.       The operation of this X-10/RS232 interface is very similar to the Telis 4 Remote Control but we now have 16 channels available for programminging. Each Channel can handle 1 or many RTS motors. You can control each RTS channel individually or all 16 channels at the same time (Depends on Controlle used to communicate with the X-10/RS232 Interface). You can have the kitchen on one channel, the living room on another or isolate based on location (east, west etc.) You can control each group separately or together from nearly any location in the house.  All shades or motors assigned to 1 specific channel will operate simultaneously. When used with the LT30 motors it controls Up, Down, Stop and customer preferred location commands. RTS technology RF Control devices have a 65’ range through 2 concrete walls and nearly a 100’ clear path range.      Note: The X-10/RS232 to RTS interface can not program the limit points on Somfy RTS motors. You will need a Telis Remote or similar RTS controller to program the shade motors. This interface simply provides the ability to comminucate up/down/and stop commands to 16 rts channels.      The Somfy X10 to RTS Interface is compatible with X10 Controllers, Leviton DHC and a variety of other X10 Compatible Controllers having Birght and Dim commands.   Somfy X-10/RS232 to RTS Interface 1810686 Specifications ·          X-10/RS232 to RTS RF Home Automation Interface ·          16 Individual RTS Channels of communication ·          Can be controlled with: X-10 Controllers or RS232 ·          Plugs into std wall outlet ·          Power LED communicates power status ·          Transmit LED communicates signal status ·          16 Position Rotary switch for channel selection during programming ·          Prgram button for assigning motors to channels ·          RS232 connector on the side for RS232 communication ·          Color: Off-White ·          Dimensions: 4.1” H x 2.25” W x 1.55” D ·          Somfy part #1810686 Somfy X10/RS232 RTS Interface Side View Image Somfy X10/RS232 RTS Interface Back View Image Somfy X10/RS232 RTS Interface Installation Instructions PDF Roller Shade Components Index Page       Most people want shade automation with IR remotes so we have tested the following controls for compatibility with IR systems. UR74A Universal Remote, IR543 IR receiving Mini Controller, Active Home Pro w/CM15A USB computer interface.     The IR543 Mini Controller allows IR X-10 commands to be received and sent down the housewiring to the Somfy X10 RTS Interface. We tested the IR control with the X10 UR74A which has learnable IR codes and the system worked quite well.  You can also control this interface with X10 wired and RF controllers as well. The X10 ActiveHome Pro w/CM15A interface module is a nice addition to the system if you want to us a PC to add scheduled timers to your control system based on time and days. See our X10 Automation Page for info X10 devices. 1810686

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Somfy 1810791 RTS Repeater - Range Expander

The Somfy 1810791 RTS Rpeater expands the range of RTS controllers. Devices that previously might be out of range from a centrally located RTS transmitter can now be controlled by adding the RTS Repeater. This device simply plugs into the wall outlet and does not require any programming. The RTS repeater should be placed app. halfway between the Somfy motor and controller. The RTS Repeater receives the Signal and rebroadcasts it. An LED is provided for confirmation that the unit is receiveing the RTS. Repeater has the same typical range of other transmitters at app. 65'   Somfy 1810791 RTS Repeater Specifications: ·          Communicates with all Somfy RTS RF Technology Devices ·          Pug and Play - No Programming Required ·          LED Feedback ·          Controls unlimited number of motors simultaneously ·          5.5" - 360 Degree Foldable Antenna ·          Dimensions: 4.125” H x 2.125” W x 1.375” D (Without Antenna)   View the 1810791 RTS Repeater Set-Up Instructions View the Back of the RTS Repeater Roller Shade Components Index Page RTS_Repeater

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X10 ActiveHome Pro CM15A w/Computer Control Software Bundle

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X10 ActiveHome Pro SW31A / CM15A Overview With the CM15A USB PC interface you can now control your household electronics with the ActiveHome Pro Software. How you control your home is up to you! Never want to touch another switch? With the X10 ActiveHome Pro's PC home automation, you won't have to! You can create customized home automation routines according to your schedule, so you can wake up to dimmed lights and soft music, come home after work to a brightly lit house, and go to the bed without thinking about turning off all your lights – they'll just turn right off for you. You can even create customized macros to control your more complex systems.     The NEW ActiveHome Pro USB computer interface (CM15A) is ready for future enhancements as well. This Tiny White Box will have you monitoring your home surveillance cameras, controlling your home via the web, and more. The CM15A features built in memory and a battery backup inside the USB Computer Interface allows timers to operate with your computer turned off. The CM15A also sends and receives X10 communication via RF and down the powerline reducing the number of components you used to need for computer controlled home automation. You can use exclusive RF macros to control modules that are tricky to control directly from the CM15A (Requires an X10 RF Receiver)     X10 as an originator of powerline communication systems also has compatibility with many other companies including built-in modules for the Leviton DHCTM line of controllers. Pretty much if it has the ability for you to set a house code and number address either mechanically or electronically it should compatible. View the X10 MFG compatibility list. X10 ActiveHome Pro SW31A and CM15A Specifications:     •    Send and Receive RF X10 Powerline Communications     •    Send and Receive Powerline Communications     •    Supports 256 House/Unit Codes     •    USB Computer Interface     •    Works with Computer Off w/ Battery Back-Up     •    Battery Back Up - Requires 4-AAA Batteries not Included     •    Programmable Software Interface - Timers, Macros Etc.     •    The software monitors battery life so you won't have unexpected down times.     •    The software monitors other computers and modules for used codes     •    Computer Requirements - PC Running any Windows OS and USB Port     •    CM15A Dimensions: 4.9"H x 3.5"W x 1.5" D     •    1yr Warranty     •    What's included: CM15A, USB Cable, ActiveHome Pro Software SW31A Other Software Also included at this time: SW39A - OnAlert Security Plug-In     Allow Security devices to control ActiveHome Pro and or Send Emails SW34A - MyHouse Web Control/Monitoring Plug-In     Control ActiveHome Pro Remotely thru the internet SW33A - IWatchOut Video Control Plug-In     Control, Record, View, Video Cameras, SW32A - Smart Macro Plug-In     Create conditional Macros using "and", "or", "else" Logic Note: A Link will be provided to download the software when your hardware has shipped.   View the CM15A Bottom Image View the CM15A Back Image View the X10 ActiveHome Pro SW31A / CM15A Manual PDF View our X10 FAQ and Downloads Page CM15A

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X10 / X10Pro UR74A / PUR09 Learning IR / RF Remote Control

The X10 UR74A and the X10 Pro PUR09 are Universal 5-in-1 Learning Remote controls for your X10 lights and appliances as well as TV, DVD, VCR Cable Satellite Etc. These remotes can communicate X10 Powerline commands via IR, RF or both at the same time. Reception of X10 IR commands requires the X10 IR543 to convert the IR signal into a powerline command. Reception of X10 RF commands requires a compatible RF Transceiver like the X10 CM15A or TM751 to convert the RF signal into a powerline command.     The X10 UR74A remote can be set to any house code (typically only one house code is used per remote). When you want to control an X10 compatible device simply press the X10 button, then the unit code (1 thru 16) and the appropriate command - On, Off, Bright, Dim, All Lamps On or All Modules Off. It really is that simple.     The X10 Remote also comes with codes for the following types of equipment. Traditional TV, Plasma TV, LCD TV, HDTV Tuners, VCR, CD Players, AV Receivers, Cable Boxes, Satellite Tuners, DVD Players, DVR, DVD Recorders, Laser Discs, TV/VCR Combos, DVR/Sat Combos, DVD/VCR Combos, DVR Cable Combos, DVR/DVD Combos and HTIB.     The X10UR74A / PUR09 remote also has advanced features like Punch Thru keys that allow you control certain devices like volume control of the AV receiver while you are in the TV Tuner mode. This prevents the need for repetitive button pressing. X10 UR74A RF/IR Learning Remote Control Specifications:     •    Sends RF X10 Powerline Commands (CM15A or T751 Required for reception)     •    Sends IR Powerline Commands (IR543 Required for X10 Reception)     •    Can control typical AV electronics with IR codes     •    Can control many devices with built-in codes     •    Learning Capability for codes not built-in     •    Requires 4-AAA Batteries not Included     •    Dimensions: 7 3/8"L x 2.25"W x 0.975" D     •    1yr Warranty Stocked as UR74A but is the same as the X10Pro PUR09 View the X10 Cross Reference List   View the X10 UR74A Manual View the X10 UR74A Code List View our X10 FAQ and Downloads Page UR74A

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X10 IR543 - Plug-In Controller w/ IR Interface

The X10 IR543 is a manual plug-in controller for X10 automation modules and switches. The IR543 allows IR commands to be received sent from X10 compatible remote controls like the X10 UR74A . The IR543 then converts those IR commands into powerline commands. This is the only interface from X10 that will convert IR to a powerline signal and is an essential item for those wishing to automate their Home Theater lighting with their advanced IR Remotes.     The IR543 provides control of up to 8 unit number codes and all 16 house codes manually. With an IR remote you have full access to the 16 unit number codes as well as all 16 house codes. The IR543 provides the following push button commands: All Lights On, All Units Off, On, Off, Bright and Dim. X10 IR543 Manual Plug-in Controller w/IR Interface:     •    16 Channel house Code Selection     •    8 Channel Push Button Unit Code Selection     •    Receives and Converts IR signals to X10 Powerline Commands     •    LED Feedback for reception of commands     •    Std. 2 Prong Plug     •    Dimensions: 4.55"W x 3.7"D x 1.08" H     •    1yr Warranty View the X10 IR543 Manual View our X10 FAQ and Downloads Page IR543

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X10 MT12A Mini Table Top Timer and Alarm Clock

X10 MT12A Overview The XI0 MT12A Mini Timer controls up to 8 X10 Modules automatically or instantly. You can have your outside lights as well as inside lights and appliances go on and off at preset times to give your home a lived-in look while you are away.     You can program your Modules to go on and off at the same time every day or you can set your radio to wake you up "Once" only, for an early morning flight. There is even a '"Security" Mode that automatically varies your programmed time each day so your home doesn't look like it's controlled by a timer. You can keep the Mini Timer by your bedside and it will wake you up on weekdays. The MT12A has a snooze feature so you can sleep a while longer and you can turn the alarm off on weekends.     You can manually turn off your child's radio or night light from your bedside. You can turn on ALL lights connected to Lamp Modules and Wall Switch Modules with the touch of a button if you hear a suspicious noise at night. You can even turn off everything in the system with one button.     The Mini Timer plugs into any AC outlet in your home and you set it like a digital alarm clock. Channel number 1 also activates an internal buzzer so you can us it as an alarm clock too! You can program up to 8 XI0 Modules from the Mini Timer and you also have instant control of 8 Modules. X10 MT12A Mini Timer Specifications:     •    Programmable Alarm Clock and Timer     •    Controls upto 8 Devices on the Same House Code     •    Timed events run the same time everday - not 7 Day Programmable     •    Mutliple On/Off sequences can be programmed for the same device on the same day     •    Programmable - Run Once Feature - that erases itself after 24hrs     •    Security Mode for random operation while on Vacation     •    Wall Plug Power Supply Included     •    Sends On/Off Commands and ALL On / All Off     •    Works with any X10 Module that responds to Powerline X10 On/Off Commands     •    Programmable for only 1 House Code and 8 devices     •    Battery Back-up with 2 AA Batteries - Not Included     •    MT12A Dimensions: 3.25"H x 4.625"W x 2" D     •    1yr Warranty The MT12A is the same as the X10 Pro XPMT1   For our Somfy RTS Shade Automations Customers: This unit in conjunction with the UM506 provides a simple, effective low cost automation. The Somfy remotes can be wired to the UM506 so that the UM506 acts like a finger pressing the buttons.  View the MT12A Top Image View the X10 Pro MT12A Manual PDF View our X10 FAQ and Downloads Page MT12A

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X10 UM506 Wall-Plug Universal Contact Closure Module

The X10 UM506 and X10 Pro PUM01 are wall plug modules used to control a contact closure. This contact closure device can trigger an event by closing contact and completing a circuit. If you are keen enough you can use this device to press a button on a remote that does not have learnable codes like RF remotes. The contact can also be used to pass 24VDC up to 5 amps to gain control of a low voltage device like a horn for an alarm or sprinkler system. The contact of the UM506 may be used in a momentary or sustained contact closure. The UM506 also features a built-in chime so signal activation that can be turned on or off. X10 UM506 Contact Closure Module Specifications:     •    Wall-Plug Use - With Manual Switch     •    Wide Variety of Loads     •    Provides Contact Closure     •    Momentary or Sustained Contact     •    Unit On/Off, All Off Capable     •    X10 Control Capable     •    Contact Rating - 24VDC - 5Amp Max     •    Dimensions: 2.2" W x 3.58" H x 1.75" D     •    1yr Warranty Stocked as UM506 but is the same as the X10 Pro PUM01 View the X10 Cross Reference List   View the X10 UM506 Manual PDF View our X10 FAQ and Downloads Page UM506

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