X10 X-10 FireCracker Serial Computer Interface CM17A

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X-10 Powerhouse brand serial computer interface model number CM17A.

Transmits X10 RF signals right from your computer.

You can view the instructions online in PDF format by clicking here.

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This is the CM17A FireCracker computer interface. This interface is tiny, about the size of an Apple Newton.

Includes the following items:

Computer interface (CM17A). Comes in bubble out bag. Not in retail packaging.

Instructions.

Free FireCracker software download (Version 2.0.0.82 1.91MB for Windows): Click here to go to the X10.com software downloads page.

Support for Mac is also available thru a third party. Visit the same link above for information and any additional pricing.

How it works:

The CM17A computer interface plugs into a serial port on the back of your computer. Using the downloaded software, you can control X10 automation modules via an onscreen virtual PalmPad on your desktop. You can choose the controller type that appears; PalmPad, Slimfire, or Digipad. The way it works is simple: When you click one of the onscreen PalmPad's buttons, your computer uses the interface to generate the corresponding X10 radio frequency (RF) signal that is radioed to any X10 transceiver module or security system base receiver which then sends those signals out onto your house wiring to control wall switch, lamp, and appliance modules and can even switch X10 cameras.

The through-port design of the FireCracker interface allows you to plug another device into the back of it. This way you don't need to lose a serial port to use it. To use another device connected to the serial port, just simply close the FireCracker software. This interface can control all 16 housecodes for a total of 256 different X10 addresses.

Other FireCracker Interface Applications:

Turn the UX21A and UX23A VCR Commanders (and the older UX17A) into a whole house controller that can operate your audio/video equipment. Click here to download the software.

Works with the X10.com's Fuse timer software to turn on and off X10 modules at the times you select.

Use it with the MacroRecorder software to learn and start a series of macros. Can be used together with the Fuse timer software to start macros at certain times. Click here for more info on Fuse and MacroRecorder.

Works with X10.com's camera software titles: MultiView, WebView, and XRay Vision.

Compatible with all manufacturer's X10 products including those from but not limited to GE, IBM, HomeLink, Leviton, Magnavox, RCA, Radio Shack, Safety First, Smarthome, Stanley, X10, and X-10 PRO.

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Class of X10 home automation device:
Transmitter/Controller

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Actual FireCracker Screenshot