Re: XTB, reliablity, etc.

["Jeff Volp" <JeffVolp@xxxxxxx>]

"sylvan butler" <ZsdbUse1+noZs_0612@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx> wrote in message
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> How well does the repeater function of the XTB-II work with things like
> micro-dim, and as compared to other repeaters frequently castigated here
> and in other X10 discussions?

I believe the XTB-II will work the same as other repeaters in that regard.

Like the TW523, the XTB-II sends digital data to the automation controller
in sync with the second half of a standard X10 message.  When the repeater
function is enabled, it will also transmit those bits to the powerline at
the same time.

Remember, the XTB-II is intended to be the powerline interface for your
automation controller.  So it will transmit those bits exactly as received
without activating the repeater function.  That is only used when receiving
incoming messages from other X10 transmitters.

So, if your automation controller is capable of sending micro-dims, the XTB
should transmit those to the powerline exactly as received.

Jeff