Re: Help converting x10.com devices in the UK

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Hi,

The 230 - 110 transformer you are using (I do hope its a transformer,
and *not* a triac/scr based converter; your wording is slightly
ambiguous) is most probably an auto transformer. In which case, use a
capacitor to bridge the X10 signal from the CM15A into the mains as per


In 220V   --------o-------,|||
                  |       )|||
        0.1uF  ---      )|||
         600V  ---     )|||
                  |        )|||
Out 110V  --------o-------)|||  Transformer
                          )|||
                          )|||
                          )|||
                          )|||
                          )|||
Common 0V ----------------'|||


The above was taken from Ido Bartana's site.

Regards,

Anand Dhuru


Zenon wrote:
> Hi,
>
> I need some help. I own 4 cameras which I bought in the UK. I also
> bought a remote control and the tranceiver, hence everything was
> working nicely. I then decided to buy 4 motion detectors and a Ninja
> base from the USA (X0.com) as well as ActiveHome and Vanguard software.
> My problem is that I need to convert the CM15A so that it will work
> with 240V. In this way I will be able to benefit from the goods of both
> worlds, i.e. use my cameras and send the RF signalling either to the UK
> tranceiver (400MHz) or to the ActiveHome transceiver (CM15A -315MHz).
> In theory it seems logical, however I was unable to do it. I bought a
> 230V to 110V AC-AC converter, which is OK for other US devices, however
> when I use the US remote to switch the cameras or the Vanguard (via the
> CM19A), it doesn't work.
>
> Can someone please help?