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CM17A Comm Engine for the FireCracker Controller from X10

The CM17A Comm Engine is designed for the CM17A FireCracker controller made by X10. With the CM17A and X10 modules you can inexpensively automate your home by turning on your lights and appliances automatically. The CM17A connects to your computer's serial port and sends out wireless signals to transceiver modules. X10 Modules simply plug into your existing house wiring - no rewiring is necessary. An easy, fun and inexpensive home improvement project.

Here are some features of the CM17A Comm Engine:

• Supports the CM17A FireCracker controller available from X10.

• Controls modules with the included Virtual Keychain Remote.

• Integrates X10 module control right into your desktop using Object Menus.

• Works over a network. Controls modules from any workstation on a network.

• Includes separate REXX-enabled Comm Engine.

• Extends the functionality of the CM17A with REXX scripts.

• Allows home control over the internet when run on a webserver.

• Includes sample REXX scripts.

• Extensive online help and fully documented programmer's manual for Comm Engine functions.

• Many more features.

Screen shot of CM17A Comm Engine and Virtual Keychain.

The CM17A Comm Engine includes the Virtual Keychain remote to easily control modules from your desktop.

Create simple Object Menus to control X10 Devices from the Desktop pop-up Menu using the CM17A Comm Engine.

Read the HOUSE/2 and X10 FAQ here.

View information and links to X10 home automation here.

Download the CM17A Comm Engine.

CM17CE.ZIP - (size 0.74MB) CM17A Comm Engine ver 2.0a - Freeware. Fully supports the CM17A FireCracker controller by X10. Latest version posted: January 26, 2001

Download CM17CE.ZIP from Hobbes.

Established: April 26, 1997 --- Last updated: January 11, 2004
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