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

[Art Todesco <actodesco@xxxxxxxxx>]

On 4/19/2012 10:55 PM, Rover wrote:
> 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?
Rover, you bring back memories!  I remember buying a synthesizer via a
newsgroup, by just sending the person a check.  Miraculously, the synth
appeared on my doorstep in said condition.  I did this several times and
really had no problems.  Wow, what we did before ebay.  BTW, I too have
a CP290 somewhere, but I haven't seen it since I moved 3 years ago.  I
know I didn't dump it.  I think it must be in a Halloween box as I used
to use it to control some mechanical scary stuff on the front lawn.