Re: Need replacement for model CP290 X10 home automation system standalone controller

[Rover <rover@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx>]

On 4/15/2012 8:31 AM, Trtlservices@xxxxxxxxxxxxx wrote:
> Seeking suggestions for a cost effective replacememant for a dead
> CP290 home automation controller
>
> The CP290 X10 home automation system controller is a STANDALONE
> device. It is programmed using a PC o MAC
> personal comuter via a serial port, removed from the serial port and
> functions as a standalone (no PC or MAC required)  X10 contrroller.
>
> Standard CP290 features include:
>
>      Turning on and off modules immediately, including turning them on
> dimmed;
>      Defining "turn on" and "turn off" events to be stored in the CP290
> and executed by the CP290 even if the Macintosh is shut down. Such
> events include:
>          Turning a module on or off once at the specified time today;
>          Turning a module on or off once at the specified time
> tomorrow;
>          Turning a module on or off every week at the specified time
> and day(s) of the week;
>          Turning a module on or off every week within an hour of the
> specified time and day(s) of the week; (security mode).
>
> The CP290 is a old but very useful device which  is not longer
> maufactured.

Hm, I'm surprised anybody still needs these controllers. I still got one
that I decomissioned a couple years ago when I upgraded to CM15A. The
old one is in perfect working order and would gladly sell it directly to
someone, so I don't have to bother with ebay. But who would be willing
to start such a transaction with a stranger without a garanteed exchange?