Hi, I am new to X10 and like to know where to start.
So far I have HIA omni automation sec. processor with X-10 lighting interface. This was put in with an advice of a friend when the home was being built.
Now, 2yrs later I am builting a HT in the basement. The X-10 interface is in the basement. I just had a seperate 20amp circuit put in for the HT. I don't no if the X-10 interface will recoganize that or not. I would like to control the lights, equipment, and the rope lights which will be pluged in an outlet with no switch.

I have read few posts in regards to this topic. SO would I need IR543,LM456 for my rope lights, wall switches that have dimming ability and of course a remote.

Does this sound right?

Thanks

Taz

As far as the seperate circuits go, i have multiple dedicated 20 amp lines for my HT, it's no problem with x10.

Hammer

As long as all your circuts are on the same phase of the power companys' transformer you should have no problems.

If they aren't on the same phase, that's OK. You will just need to install this $30 plug-in device to fix that - [Link: automatedoutlet.com]

While you are just starting out you also should make some decisions on which control software you want to manage your system. HAI is a very x10 friendly system but you will probably want something else to manage the overall picture. I would recommend either HomeSeer or HAL depending on what your overall plan is. Both can be found here - [Link: automatedoutlet.com]

Currently, I am able to set my Temp. and security and other things through any phone anywhere. SO, All I need for voice is the CD software of HAL? Will the connection to current system (HIA)be difficult to install?

Thanks

Tas