Re: XTB-II 2-Phase Version

[Dan Sjolseth <dan.sjolseth@xxxxxxxxxxx>]

Jeff,

I would recommend doing something similar like Advanced Control did for
there Coupler/Repeaters. See link to specs. Note they use a standard 4/4
junction box (not supplied). Be advised that a "junction box" has
different cover mounting hole alignment then normal 4-11/16 X /4-11/16
electrical boxes.

http://www.act-solutions.com/pdfs/PCCSpecs/cr134%20cr334_spec%20.pdf

Let me know when your product is ready for beta. Ill be happy to test
for you.

-Dan


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