Re: XTB-II 2-Phase Version

["Jeff Volp" <JeffVolp@xxxxxxx>]

While it would be similar in size to a Leviton repeater, it would still need
to get its input from something like the TW523.   A outlet on the top would
accept the X10 input, just like the present XTB.  I thought the cleanest
installation would be to mount it adjacent to the panel, and just plug it
into a 240V receptacle.  Although many of us do it, I believe the code
prohibits devices like repeaters from being mounted inside the distribution
panel.  It was even a little iffy whether the inspector would accept that
big X10 filter slipped over the ground lead.

Jeff

"BruceR" <br@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx> wrote in message
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> I'll take two and use the single phase ones to boost some maxi
> controllers. To me, the ideal package would be something like the
> Leviton repeater which fits nicely inside an electrical panel. Instead
> of the terminal strip, which is fine, flying leads would be OK too.
>
>  Jeff Volp wrote:
> > Hello All,
> >
> > Several people have requested a passive coupler be included with the
> > XTB. When I first started the XTB project, I had considered having
> > two output coupling networks so the XTB would directly drive each
> > phase.  I abandoned that approach because I thought it would have
> > limited acceptance.
> >
> > 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.  With more room available, a microcontroller could be
> > added to gate received and transmitted signals, and perhaps generate
> > and decode the X10 signal directly.  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 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.
> >
> > Thanks to all who have accepted the current version of the XTB.
> >
> > Jeff