- "Talks" both ASCII RS-232 & the old TW523 protocol
- Transmits & receives extended X10 codes
- Direct plug-in replacement for TW523 interface and PSC05
- Provides 12VDC 300mA power for your device
- Cleans up clutter by providing both power and X10 in one cable
- Sample visual basic program & source code, including Internet control capability!
The easiest way to develop your own software and/or hardware for use with PLC/X10 compatible devices! PowerLinc II can send and receive X10 including advanced extended codes using simple ASCII communication as well as the original TW523 protocol (Note: the TW523 cannot receive extended X10 codes). Any PC or microprocessor that can communicate using ASCII over RS-232 can send and receive X10 using the PowerLinc II.
Furthermore, PowerLinc II conveniently provides 300mA 12VDC power if your application requires it (if you don't need power, simply omit the connection).
The PowerLinc II, which comes with a 6-ft. cord and an RJ-11 connector, can be directly substituted in virtually any application that uses the PSC05/TW523 2-way Interface Module. Just unplug the TW523 interface module and swap it with the PowerLinc II!
The PowerLinc II has been tested as a direct TW523 X10 interface AND power supply replacement for the HouseLinc, TouchLinc controllers or RCS X10 thermostats, including the #3049B X10 Bi-Directional HVAC System.
For the JDS TimeCommander (Plus), JDS Stargate and HomeVision, PowerLinc directly replaces the TW523 interface module, but modification to the cable may be required if you want to replace the existing power supply with power from the PowerLinc II.
Download the latest PowerLinc Synapse PROGRAM and PowerLinc Synapse Visual Basic 5.0 SOURCECODE for FREE.
Current applications include:
- Creating a custom control panel to send any X10 command from your PC and to view X10 activity
- Client/server application to control/monitor X10 devices over the Internet (TCP/IP)
- Programming of SwitchLinc, KeypadLinc, LampLinc, and ToggleLinc wall switches from your PC.
Imagine developing your own custom application to control your home over the Internet! Install the "server" application on your home PC and the control application on the remote PC. As long as there is a TCP/IP connection between the two, you can control and monitor X10 devices from the remote PC! This includes the ability to use full 2-way status request confirmed commands. With the available source code, you can get started fast.
Included Parts
The PowerLinc II kit includes the following parts:
- PowerLinc II plug-in interface
- Serial Cable - for connecting to a computer
- RJ-11 Cable - for connecting to a stand-alone PLC controller
- Splitter Jack - allows both the serial and RJ-11 cable to be connected at the same time.
- CD-ROM - with Smarthome software for the PowerLinc and other products
PowerLinc II is ETL approved. 1 year warranty. Note: Tech support is not provided for software and source code.
Safety Tested and Factory Certification
The PowerLinc Modules are safety approved. The assembly line for Smarthome Design Products is ISO9002 certified. In order to meet the ISO 9002 standards, the entire factory underwent rigorous inspections of procedures and policies before being thoroughly audited. The certification received was based on its dedication to high quality management systems and strict adherence of quality systems and guidelines.
Please note that we have heard from Ocelot owners that PowerLinc II is not compatible with Ocelots and the Leopard II Touchscreen. We are not sure why, but we suspect a special cable must be created.