Re: X10 Garage door open/close ?

[Frank Olson <Use-the-email-links@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx>]

Bob Sisson wrote:
> I was wondering if anyone had a novel approach on how to open/close a garage
> door?
>
> With a SINGLE Power Flash I can either Change the state blind  or with a
> floor switch either open it or close it only.
>
> To Open it on command (and not close it by mistake) and also close it (and
> not open it) takes TWO powerflash modules, a relay (and supply) and a switch
> and two X10 addresses (one open one close)
>
> Does anyone have a simpler or canned solution ?
>
> Bob Sisson
>
>


Actually, we had to design a more reliable means of opening a gate
controller (than X-10) and wound up using the 4204 relay module for an
Ademco Vista series panel (Vista 50).  Not only will the four button
keyfob open the gate it also allows him to turn on certain exterior
lights and open his garage door.  We installed custom graphic LED
annunciator panels in four locations in the house that display open
doors and windows as well as the status of the dead bolt locks on all
the exterior doors and the status of the main gate and garage doors
(whether they're "open" or "closed").  The system's been up and running
for five years.  I've only recently sent him the specs on the Elk
M1-Gold.  I figure he's a "prime candidate" for an upgrade.  :-)