Marmitek X-10 Micromodule User Manual download pdf (Page 4)

HOW DOES MARMITEK X-10 WORK?

Marmitek X-10 components use the existing mains wiring to communicate

(using Marmitek X-10 signals). You can build a complete system using the

three different kind of components of the Marmitek X-10 System:

1. Modules: These components will receive Marmitek X-10 signals and

will switch or dim the attached lamp or appliance. Examples

of these modules are lamp modules and appliance modules.

These are available as build-in, micro, DIN rail and plug-in

modules.

2. Controllers: These components will transmit Marmitek X-10 signals and

thus will control the Modules.

3. Transmitters: Wireless components like remotes. The signals of these

components will be received by a controller with transceiver

functionality (IRRF 7243, TM13 or CM15Pro).

The Transceiver will translate the signals into Marmitek X-10

signals on the power line.

ADRESSES

Up to a maximum of 256 different addresses can be preset. These are subdi-

vided into a so-called HouseCode (A to P incl.) and a UnitCode (1 to 16 incl.).

The HouseCode can also be set on the controllers, so that the controllers and

modules become part of the same system. The address can be set either using

code dials or by pressing buttons, depending on the type of module.

The Marmitek X-10 System uses standard commands, which control all units

with the same HouseCode at the same time (e.g. all lights on, all off, etc.).

SIGNAL RANGE

Range of Marmitek X-10 signals over the Power Line and how to

increase the range.

The Marmitek X-10 System is based on power line communication. The range

of the Marmitek X-10 signals very much depends on the local circumstances.

On average the range is a cable length of 80 meters.

If you have difficulties with the range of your Marmitek X-10 signals,

please pay attention to the following facts:

1. When several phases are used in the house, it can be necessary to couple

these phases for Marmitek X-10 signals. You can couple them with the use of

a CAT 3000 active 3 phase coupler/repeater (Art.No. 09304) and it is required

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