RE: low energy bulbs and x-10

["Phillip Harris" <phil@xxxxxxx>]

> I have just found this group. I'm interested in using 
> something like x-10 to automate my home. I have read that 
> some of the lamp modules only work for incandescent filament 
> bulbs but I am using low energy fluorescents. Which units can 
> I use? I searched the group archive but couldn't find 
> anything; a web search suggests that some light modules are 
> damaged or flicker with fluorescent lights.

You cannot use Lamp Modules with low energy bulbs but you may also find
that on Appliance Modules the bulb continues to glow dimly even when
"off"...

...I've used in line AD10's which don't have the same "leakage
problem".

> Finally where is the best place (cost/service) to get this 
> kit in the UK?

Can I suggest starting at www.laser.com or www.letsautomate.com?

Phil



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