X10 Community Forum
X10 Zone => Contractor General Discussion => Topic started by: garsal on July 22, 2007, 01:39:18 PM
-
how do I turn on a cieling lite that has no wall switch with a remote control? THANKS
(I merged the two topics into this one. There is no need to duplicate postings as those who have the real answers read everything )
-
how do I turn on a cieling lite that has no wall switch with a remote control? THANKS
Sorry, but I don't understand this installation. Assuming that this light isn't on 24/7, what controls it now (pull chain, wired in motion sensor)?
What type of remote control are you looking for (wired in X10, plug in X10, RF remote)?
We could use a bit more info here.
-
Light on ceiling is pull chain. There is no wall switch. I would like to turn it on and off with a remote.
-
You can use the inline module XPDF (http://www.x10.com/pro/automation/xpfm.htm) if you want to control it from X10.
If it has a fan also, you'll need to use the XPFM instead.
-
Light on ceiling is pull chain. There is no wall switch. I would like to turn it on and off with a remote.
Steven's recommendations on the XPDF (dimmable) and XPDM (on/off) should work for most installations. These modules "may" be small enough to fit inside the ceiling electrical box for your existing light. If you ever plan on installing a compact fluorescent bulb in this location, use the XPDM module. The XPDF will not operate correctly with a compact fluorescent bulb installed.
Still not sure what type of remote you want to use. The most prominent are RF remotes (keychain, Palmpad- HR12a, Combination IR/RF remotes - numerous models UR74a is one model, Stick a switch). All of these will require a RR501 or TM751 transceiver to translate the RF from the remote into X10 that the modules (that Steven has recommend) can understand.
-
If you don't want to dig into the house wiring, you could simply screw in a "Socket Rocket (http://www.x10.com/automation/x10_lm15a.htm)" between the socket and bulb.
;)
-
Bill,
Man I totally missed that one - keep it simple. I guess that's why you're a CO.
-
If you don't want to dig into the house wiring, you could simply screw in a "Socket Rocket (http://www.x10.com/automation/x10_lm15a.htm)" between the socket and bulb.
;)
Thanks Bill! So often we forget the KISS principle. As long as it's just one bulb and you don't need to dim it, this is the easiest and cheapest solution.
-
Simple is good! :D
I like simple. The older I get, the more I like it! ;) :D
Bill,
Man I totally missed that one - keep it simple. I guess that's why you're a CO.
No, not really. I just like to help and I was stupid enough to forget what I learned in the Navy, (N.A.V.Y. Stands for Never Again Volunteer Yourself)! ;) ;D