Re: Lynx X-10 Analyzer (WAS Re: Decora HCPRF)

["Robert Green" <ROBERT_GREEN1963@xxxxxxxxx>]

"Dave Houston" <nobody@xxxxxxxxxxxx> wrote in message

> The TesterLinc also requires the latest model of their PLC interface.
Sorry,
> but it's pre-coffee in the morning so I can't recall its name (nor mine).

You're Dave and the required adapter is labeled "PowerLinc II Model 1132B
computer interface" which is listed here:

http://www.smarthome.com/1132b.html

where they also remind the buyer, in big red letters: "Due to the nature of
this product, Smarthome cannot offer programming support. We cannot assist
in the troubleshooting or development of applications and/or code for this
product."

I assume that's because unlike the CM11A, the TW523 and its clones speak a
very low level form of X-10.

I became curious about what else was needed because the Smarthome picture
shows the TesterLinc curiously devoid of any wires - I wanted to know if it
had a wall wart or just a line cord, like the Monterey has.  I'm not as hot
for the TesterLinc now that I know it's got to be used in tandem with the
1132B.  I found it amusing that they hype this one the same way MicroSoft
hawks Windows upgrades: "This one really works, honest!"  Here's the comment
from the site:

 "much better value than the previous powerlinc package"  -  MARK  --
SUNRISE, FL

--
Bobby G.