X10 ActiveHome Pro Computer Interface Module

The Computer Interface connects to your PC and sends signals over your existing house wiring to control lights and appliances connected to X10 modules.

The interface even works with the PC switched off. Once the interface has been programmed, the PC is no longer needed. Four standard AAA batteries retain the time, scheduled events and macros for up to 500 hours even if the power fails. You can even unplug the interface after programming it and plug it in someplace else in your home.

Interface

• 120VAC@60Hz supporting bidirectional X-10 Protocol
• USB 1.1 connection with standard USB A-B cable (included)

A grounded AC socket is provided on the front of the interface for the computer's power plug. An included cable connects between your PC's serial port and a wall outlet. The interface is two-way, capable of both transmitting and receiving X10 powerline commands.

Software

Controlling lights and appliances has never been easier. Using ActiveHome, you can control lights and appliances in three ways: ActiveHome uses a built-in scheduler to control any device in your home at times you specify. ActiveHome's scheduling capability is flexible, so you can vary the times that lights and appliances turn on or off to make your home look lived-in. Scheduling light and appliance activity with ActiveHome can even help you manage your energy consumption.

You can easily use a remote control to activate individual devices in your home – or with the Routine Feature, groups of devices. For example, you can use the remote to turn off the lights and television at night, without leaving your bed. You can even use ActiveHome via telephone with an optional X10 telephone controller. At your computer, you can turn lights and appliances on or off in real-time (actually just a few seconds) while sitting at your computer.

ActiveHome is designed for maximum flexibility and convenience, so turning a light or appliance on manually will not disrupt scheduled ActiveHome events. ActiveHome's LifeStyle Feature can learn the usage patterns of connected lights and appliances. When you're away, simply set ActiveHome to replay your actual Lifestyle pattern to make your home look occupied.

Rather than having your lights go on and off at the same time each day, you can use the Dawn and Dusk feature. Simply choose the nearest major city from the Geographic Location menu, and ActiveHome will calculate dawn and dusk times for your location each day. No matter what time of year, lights of your choice can be turned on or off at dawn or dusk.

The ActiveHome software is available to download for free through the X10 website. Registration is not required to operate the software. Users will be asked to register the software upon each use. This registration does not need to be completed.