Net x10 cm17a firecracker control, i described a library that i created that controls x10 devices. Visual home commander windows software for the x10 firecracker cm17a. Client software is also included perl scripts and x10client to monitor x10 events and send x10 commands over a network. Voice recognition and text to speech components licensed from microsoft sapi 4. Click here to download the free firecracker software for windows xp, vista, 7, 8, 10. Last year i started to explore different home automation possibilities and stumbled upon x10. X10 controller interface for the firecracker cm17a github. Update yes, the ahv software on the desktop and the ahv app on your smartphone are the route to go.
The firecrackercm17a in turn turn sends radio signals to a x10 tranceiver module you have plugged into a power outlet nearby. For more information rightclick on your mouse to access the extensive online help. X10 cm11, cm12, cm15, cm17 firecracker, cm19, or marmitek cm15pro hardware device hooked up to your computer. X10 firecracker class for the cm17a by tom pydeski from.
Fireworx10 a software controller for the firecracker x10. I currently have it running on an adafruit feather huzzah with a 0. Persons with physical disabilities who have software that can access their. Install the firecracker software, then navigate to c.
The cm17a computer interface plugs into a serial port on the back of your computer. X10 firecracker serial computer interface cm17a thex10shop. Due to the modular nature of x10 equipment, the firecracker application may be utilized as long as specific equipment. Since its inception, the firecracker computer interface cm17a has been incorporated into other kits. With some simple wiring and software, the firecracker can be controlled by any 6502based machine.
Control your entire x10 system from your computer by connecting the x10 firecracker computer interface module and installing the free firecracker software. The lumos software suite can be used to control the power loads attached to the lumos controller boards as well as other popular commercial and diy hardware, including. Download a copy of the software at heyus download page. X powerhouse brand serial computer interface model number cm17a. The cm11a and cm17a coexist on the same serial port no additional port is required.
X10 firecracker computer interface cm17a brand new x10. Fcc id b4scm17a power supply 5vdc provided by pc supported by software. This application controls only the firecracker module aka cm17a that plugs. The firecracker is a serial dongle that looks like this.
The firecracker cm17a in turn turn sends radio signals to a x10 tranceiver module you have plugged into a power outlet nearby. Possibly the easiest and most convenient software application available for the firecracker cm17a device. Transceiver module tm751 firecracker software below. Powerhome home automation software is written in sybase powerbuilder version 10. Custom dlls written in microsoft visual c and assembly. Shop for x10 firecracker computer interface module cm17a at home controls.
Last night i went threw the download links x10 has up. Revised clear history processing to be much faster. X10 wireless technology ck17a, tm751, cm17a user manual. If you are used to deb packages and rpms, dont worry. The cm17a firecracker x10 module is a simple to use x10 controller that attaches to the serial port of your computer. Heres a python module that will allow you to turn on and off, and brightendim lamps or other devices that are plugged into x10compatible modules, using the cm17a firecracker serial interface. This way you dont need to lose a serial port to use it. Just plug the x10 firecracker computer interface into your computers serial port, and it will allow you to click on a desktop icon and bring up a virtual x10 remote control. All code and data maintained in sybase adaptive server anywhere database system.
In order to use the x10server, you must first obtain an x10 cm11a, or cm17a, module, which is available in the x10 activehome or firecracker package and can be purchased from x10 directly or from various electronics stores. Firecracker rf computer interfacetransceiver model cm19a. Zip 17kb walter knopf started tinkering with the firecracker in early 2008, you may be able to find some interestinguseful code at his website. You can also print labels from here to match those on the onscreen palmpad remote and place them on a physical palmpad included. The cm17a is an rf controlled device that receives rf commands from a remote or the firecracker rf pc interface and relays them to the device modules. Supports the most commonly used x10 commands see list below. Software can also be downloaded from x10 to control the modules from a windows machine.
In order to control x10 capable devices, you will first need the x10 activehome cm11a or firecracker cm17a computer interface module which can be purchased from x10 the x10server was designed specifically for the dallas semiconductor tini, but should work on any system that can support the java commapi for linux platforms, java commapi can be downloaded. On your alexa app install the skill for triggercmd. X10 firecracker computer interface module home controls. I set up my christmas lights on them, so now they can be turned on and off via computer and python. The software can be downloaded for free and runs on the windows. X10 pro cm17a firecracker computer interface module enjoy total control of lights and appliances directly from your computer desktop. X10 also sells a device called the firecracker cm17a. Lately ive started using the x modules from x at any rate, i firfcracker the real computer interface, firecrackeer the one that comes with the firecracker is quite limited.
X10 firecracker class for the cm17a by tom pydeski from psc cd. I currently have it running on an adafruit feather huzzah with a. This looked like a cool solution since it doesnt require any new wiring in the house, which i couldnt do anyways since im renting. The program is intended to provide simple and reliable serial port communication between a computer running linux and the x10 cm17a, e. Net x10 cm17a firecracker control vexed logic software. Thinking home server software installed on your mac. Fireworx10 a software controller for the firecracker x10 device cm17a fireworx10 a software controller for the firecracker x10 device cm17a submitted by john on mon, 02022004 12. We use cookies on our website to ensure you get the best experience here. Well, get prepared to feel that again on a grand scale. Spx10 is for asynchronous raw serial port communication with the x10 cm17a computer interface and mr26a rf receiver used in many home automation systems.
Requires an tm cm17a proper operation, as well as firecracker soft see and discover other items. This is the biggest visual update since it has launched in 2011. You can also turn on or off sound effects that occur when you press buttons. Scheduling x10 devices using the cm17a firecracker in my previous article. Being able to control x10enabled devices opens up your world to a whole new level of geekness. The software talks to the firecracker computer interface cm17a to send. View and download x10 firecracker ck18a user manual online. Be aware that the x10cm17a software contains a c extension and requires you to have a c build.
Requires a cm17a firecracker x10 module and associated transceiver. This interface can control all 16 housecodes for a total of 256 different x10 addresses. This is to avoid again the nightmare of the original sites servers going dark as happened to. How can i stop an endless dim with my firecracker kit. Getting your x10 cm17a firecracker module working in linux. Enjoy total control of lights and appliances directly from your computer desktop. If you are running windows 10, dont cm17a trying to get the test software from the x page 1 of 1 start over page 1 of 1. One thing i found with the firecracker software if active home pro was installed on the same pc system the cm17a wouldnt work unless i shut down the x10net. View and download x10 firecracker cm17a user manual online. The result was a console application that can be used to send commands to individual x10 devices, as well as a.
X10 controller interface for the firecracker cm17a module. Just plug the x10 firecracker computer interface into your computers serial port, and it will allow you to click on a desktop icon and bring up a virtual x10 remote control directly on your computer screen. Firecracker cm17a, firecracker tm751, firecracker lm465, firecracker hr12a. X10 activehome professional free download and software. This is software that you will have to download and compile yourself. Heyu server software and a x10 shell script installed on your linux box. You can skin your remote with your own imagesbuttons. Go to the x10 website and download firecracker x10 software. Software on your computer sends signals to the firecracker over the serial port. Most of these are not full installers but two are it seems. Clicking on the download now visit site button above will open a connection to a thirdparty site. The usb pc transceiver sends and receives x10 radiofrequency commands from your pc. To use another device connected to the serial port, just simply close the firecracker software.
Fireworx10 a software controller for the firecracker x. The download contains everything you need to run fireworx10 even the visual basic runtime libraries. The module plugs into your computers serial port, creating a wireless link between the pc and an x10 plugin rf base sold separately. Feb 14, 2015 the cm17a is an rf controlled device that receives rf commands from a remote or the firecracker rf pc interface and relays them to the device modules. The old software bkenobi is thinking of firecracker is one that appear to be the full installer. Using the downloaded software, you can control x10 automation modules via an onscreen virtual palmpad on your desktop. Firecracker cm17a recording equipment pdf manual download. This also accesses the test communications menu, which lets you change the com port that the firecracker works with. Cm17a for sale cm17a firecracker serial computer interface module x10 cm17a firecracker computer interface module enjoy total control of lights and appliances directly from your desktop. Firecracker ck18a recording equipment pdf manual download. Havent you always wanted to control your christmas lights with your linux server. The throughport design of the firecracker interface allows you to plug another device into the back of it. The firecracker software team is excited to announce the word breaker 7 update available in all app stores today. Whenever possible, we have the software title hosted on our own site as well as a link to the original site we got it from.
Nov 11, 20 last night i went threw the download links x10 has up. The x10cm17a allows ruby programs to send simple onoff and dimbright commands to any device controlled by the cm17a controller. X10 firecracker computer interface cm17a brand new x10 by garnet shop. Supports the x10 cm11a eeprom for downloadable events and timer macros. Huge update to the enable dictionary wwf word list revamped the welcome experience. X10 pro cm17a firecracker computer interface module. Visual home commander or vhcommander is designed to be easy to use without sacrificing power or features. Remember the first time you experienced the simple thrill of making something happen by remote control. Lumos software open source computerized light control.
The firecracker is an x10 rf remote for pcs that allows a pc to control any x10 device wirelessly. If you install using rubygems, all you need to do is. The old software bkenobi is thinking of firecracker is. Dont use the drivers that come with firecracker they will crash you computer. Free software downloads to download any of the x10 software, just click on the appropriate link below. The firecrackercm17a is a tiny device that plugs into one of the serial ports on your computer. The firecracker looks like a small dongle that plugs into the serial port.
X10 interface logos are entitled to their respective owners. Alternative to x10s firecracker remote control for windows. Visual home commander is a software solution that provides an easy to use graphical interface for x10s firecracker cm17a or ck18a kit. The housecode can be any 1 of 16 a through p and each house code can handle any of 16 devices 1 to 16. When its done start firecracker and it works great. Plug in the cm19a and let windows update find the driver automatically.
Use it to control x10 cameras including the ninja and vanguard, with the appropriate software, lights and other modules. Client software is also included perl scripts and x10client to monitor x10. The firecracker cm17a is a tiny device that plugs into one of the serial ports on your computer. Cm17a for sale cm17a firecracker serial computer interface module x10 cm17a firecracker computer interface module enjoy total control of. For users in north america, heyu optionally integrates support for the x10 cm17a firecracker, a small serial dongle which transmits x10 rf signals. Zip 17kb walter knopf started tinkering with the firecracker in early 2008, you may. Sends commands to the x10 activehome cm11a or firecracker cm17a computer interface module to control x10 capable devices.