Re: XTB-II 2-Phase Version

[Jack Edin <nospam@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx>]

Jeff Volp wrote:
> Hello All,
>
> Now that people see what the XTB can do, I am considering a XTB-II, to drive
> both phases directly.  It would be packaged in a larger module with a
> terminal strip to accept any type of 240V grounded input cable.

Do you have a picture of the case you intent to use?

What about a Power-Brick type case? The kind a powersupply might come
in... With a standard power cord input. Then one could use a cord made
for 220v, either here in over there...  ;-)

Plus the input power connector isn't that deep, hopefully easy to build
around, etc. And the case in MY mind's eye already accommodates this by
default.

> With more
> room available, a microcontroller could be added to gate received and
> transmitted signals, and perhaps generate and decode the X10 signal
> directly.

Where would we plug our new RoZetta?

Jeff, like these XTB products of yours, I expect the RoZetta will become
a must-have for all HA installations!

A way to get those signals into BOTH or ALL phases will be a God-send.

Thinking and planning ahead?!!

> The same approach could be used for a XTB-III three-phase unit
> with gated drive to each phase at their zero crossings.  A similarly
> packaged 240V single-phase European version is also a possibility.

I wanna see the package!

> I still have doubts about the marketability of units like this, and would
> like to get some feedback as to whether a project like this is worth the
> investment.

I'll need at least one.

I'll happily Beta test the Kit for you...!

Any idea what the target cost will be for this, both as a full kit and
assembled (waiver on file)...?

;-)

> Thanks to all who have accepted the current version of the XTB.
>
> Jeff

Let me know if I can lend a hand.

Sincerely,

Jack
:)