Using X10 Remote Switches (Buttons) to Control Your Hot Water Demand System
Plug-in switches are not wireless switches, they
send their signals through the house wiring and must be plugged into an outlet
to access the house wiring.
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How to do it - Plug-in Controllers
Connect the control wires from the Chilipepper to the two screw terminals on
a UM506 receiver, and plug the receiver into a 110 volt outlet.
Set the UM506 settings to "momentary" and "relay only". Set the house
code and unit code to match your controller settings.
Plug in your controller. To start the Chilipepper press the button with
the unit code you used for setting the UM506 and controller.
How to do it - Wireless Switches
What you need:
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X10 UM506 receiver |
X10 TM751 Transceiver |
Remote Transmitters |
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Connect the control wires from the Chilipepper to the two screw terminals on
a UM506 receiver, and plug the receiver into a 110 volt outlet.
Set the UM506 settings to "momentary" and "relay only". Set the house
code and unit code to match your controller settings.
Plug the TM751 into any outlet and set the house code and unit code to match
the settings on the UM506.
To start the Chilipepper press the appropriate button on your particular
choice for a wireless remote.
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Plug in controller type switches
A Compact Controller Perfect for Tight Spaces.gif)
(Plug-in -- Cord not shown).
This MC10A X10 Mini-Controller gives you remote control from any location where there is a wall socket and its small form-factor means that its perfect for
nightstands, telephone tables, entryway tables, or any place were space is limited.
Although the Mini-Controller has 8 buttons you will only use one to control your Chilipepper.
The MC10A features 'All On', 'All Off' and dimming switches for convenient X10 lighting control and can also be used to control X10 lamp and
appliance modules, wall outlets and cameras. (The Mini-Controller2 does not require a transmitter). There's even a built-in LED X10 signal indicator so
you'll know instantly if your commands are being carried out.
You can also use the Mini-Controller to send signals to intelligent 2-way controllers to activate preprogrammed events (macros).
It’s the ideal controller for bedside tables, kitchen, workshop, garage, or home office!
Another Compact Controller (Plug-in)
The PHC01 (MC460) is another plug-in controller. The picture does not
show it, but the controller comes with a six foot cord.
You can also use the Mini-Controller to send signals to all of the X10 modules
etc.
It’s the ideal controller for bedside tables, kitchen, baths and laundry room.
Wireless switches - battery operated
Ultra-Slim
Stick-a-Switches
This thin, light weight, wireless remote wall switch adheres to any surface!
Mount it anywhere, there are no wires to worry about. Its only 7 millimeters
thick making it
indistinguishable from an ordinary wall
switch!
So versatile you can use it anywhere!
Battery operated with a long range of 100-feet, this is the ideal controller for
activating your hot water demand system. No removing of old
switches, no fishing wires through walls, no
need to shut off the breakers. Peel the
tape off of the back after programming it and stick it anywhere you that it's
convenient when you need hot water fast.
The top 3 switches control any of 256
X10 addresses. The bottom button is a
dimmer control allowing you to dim or
brighten the lamps controlled by the
last button you pushed. Simply to
program without any advanced knowledge
required.
KR19A Keychain Remote Control - X10
This remote is great for on the nightstand next to the alarm clock! The
SlimFire Keychain Remote will turn on your hot water system, and one other
appliance and allows you to brighten and dim lights connected to any X10 Lamp
Module or Wall Switch Module.
This tiny Keychain Remote control has 4 buttons that controls X10 addresses 1
and 2 or 5 and 6 on any of the 16 house codes. The bottom 2 buttons control the
dim and bright of the last unit turned on.
This device requires an RF receiver such as a TM751 to transmit X10 signals
wirelessly to other X10 control modules.
KR22A Credit Card Remote
This powerful little remote controls up to four sets of lights and appliances
connected to any X10 Lamp or Appliance Module -- or triggers ActiveHome macros.,
and of course, you can use it to activate your hot water demand system from up
to 100 feet away! . (requires additional modules)
This device requires an RF receiver to transmit X10 signals wirelessly to other
X10 control modules.
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