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PowerLinc II Serial/TW523 X10 Interface
PowerLinc Serial/TW523 X10 Interface with 12VDC Output
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PowerLinc Serial/TW523
Item# 1132B
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Overview

  • "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!

Essential Info

The easiest way to develop your own software and/or hardware for use with X10 compatible devices! PowerLinc 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.

Furthermore, PowerLinc conveniently provides 300mA 12VDC power if your application requires it (if you don't need power, simply omit the connection).

Due to the nature of this product, Smarthome cannot offer programming support. We cannot assist in the troubleshooting or development of applications and/or code for this product.


Important notes:
  • SLD/INSTEON product & customer service support available at the INSTEON Gold Line at 1-800-762-7845 Mon-Fri 9:00am-6:00pm ET

Manuals/Software

What's Included

  • PowerLinc plug-in interface
  • Serial cable
  • RJ-11 cable
  • 6-ft. cord
  • Owner's manual
  • More Info


    Please note that we have heard from Ocelot owners that PowerLinc is not compatible with Ocelots and the Leopard II Touchscreen. This is due to pinout differences between the PowerLinc and the TW523 modules. To resolve this problem, replace the cable packaged with the PowerLinc with a standard crossover 4 conductor RJ-11 telephone cable (make sure there are 4 conductors- many standard RJ11 phone cables contain only 2 conductors). #1155B (manufacturer part#TE-074), available below, has been tested and verified as compatible with the Ocelot/Leopard and PowerLinc.

    The PowerLinc, 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!

    The PowerLinc 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.

    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 kit includes the following parts:
    • PowerLinc 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.

    PowerLinc is ETL approved. 1 year warranty. Note: Tech support is not provided for software and source code.

    Safety Tested and Factory Certification

    All PowerLinc products 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.



    Specifications

    Specifications

    General

    Brand:Smarthome
    Manufacturer:SmartLabs Design
    Manufacturer Product No.:1132b
    Software:Sold Separately

    Interface

    Connector Type:RJ-45
    Interface:RS-232 & TTL & 12VDC (unregulated) @300mA
    Baud Rate:19,200 Kbps

    Mechanical

    Operating Conditions:Indoors, 40 to 132ºF, up to 85% relative humidity
    Dimensions:3.9" H x 2.6" W x 1.5" D
    Weight:9.6 oz

    Electrical

    Supply Voltage:120 Volts AC +/- 10%, 60 Hertz, single phase
    Surge Protection:MOV rated for 150 Volts
    Pass-Through Outlet:Uncontrolled 3-prong (with ground), 120V, 15A
    Certification:Safety tested for use in USA and Canada (ETL #3017581)

    X10 Features

    X10 Controllable Addresses:256 possible
    X10 Status Response:supported
    X10 Resume Dim:supported
    X10 Powerline Frequency:120 KHz
    X10 Minimum Transmit Level:3.2 Vpp into 5 Ohms
    X10 Minimum Receive Level:20mV into 5 Ohms
    X10 Messages Repeated:No




    Images/Video

    Screenshot of Synapse software for PowerLinc       
    Screenshot of Synapse software for PowerLinc       

    Reviews

    42 Ratings
    5 star: 60%  (25)
    4 star: 14%  (6)
    3 star: 10%  (4)
    2 star: 10%  (4)
    1 star: 7%  (3)
    Average Customer Rating
    (42 customer ratings)
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    JOHN -- anaheim, CA   8/14/2003
    It is sooooo nice to only have one device plugged in to control my home automation interface.
    MARK -- sunrise, FL   8/20/2003
    much better value than the previous powerlinc package
    DANIEL -- lehi, UT   8/14/2003
    So far, this product has been a reliable replacement for the CM11A, which has been a real problem. We sell the Powerlinc II as part of our sprinkler timer with ethernet to allow the timer to operate X10 devices in the home as well.
    HARVEY -- florham park, NJ   8/14/2003
    Excellent product, works as listed on SmartHome's website.
    JOE -- granite bay, CA   7/2/2010
    Hardware works great, Documentation needs to be better. There needs to be a watchdog timer added for when it gets hung up.
    JAMES -- saint louis, MO   2/25/2010
    I purchased this because the TW523 quit that I had been using for a few years. I decided to use the complete TW523 I ordered at the same time instead and will keep this on hand as a backup.
    KENNETH -- celebration, FL   4/25/2009
    This unit does not interface with Crestron equipment (Pro2 Controller).
    FRED -- waco, TX   3/8/2009
    The instructions make sense and it was easy to code a Python program to send commands to this module.
    CARL -- bonita springs, FL   3/8/2009
    Seems to work fine, but I am trying to use in a Linux environment and all included software only work in Windows. Documentation for writing my own interface (in Java) is pretty sketchy.
    CHRISTOPHER -- phoenix, AZ   11/5/2008
    I added it to my system where I am using 2 now. Works great, one for TX one for RX.
    GERALD -- rome, NY   8/4/2008
    Works ok
    RUBEN -- zapopan, XX   7/21/2008
    it's a very good product. works perfect.
    JEFF -- yorba linda, CA   4/1/2008
    The new powerlink works intermittantly
    MICHAEL -- ironwood, MI   12/21/2007
    Works perfectly with my home AMX automation equipment. The serial link is easily programmed by even amateur programmers like myself.
    DENIS E -- eureka, MO   10/19/2007
    The wireless remote system for the lighting on our dock stopped working. The tech support group trouble-shot the problem over the phone, gave me a recommendation of what part was probably defective, took my order and the replacement part was received in a matter of days. Though I would have hoped to have gotten a little more logevity from the original part, the fix was relatively painless.
    DONALD -- sacramento, CA   10/4/2007
    This item was to replace the same model that came with my pool equipment. It works perfectly. Thanks.
    BOB -- butler, PA   9/6/2007
    poor documentation
    CHANG CHING -- taichung, XX   8/12/2007
    It works very well.
    Happy Smarthome customer -- disneyland, Ca   8/25/2011
    Had to replace a CM11a with one of these as it died. I run a customer web interface on Linux, utilizing the excellent Heyu command. I am able to send and receive X10 signals using Heyu. There does seem to be intermittent lag sometimes, but nothing unbearable.
    Rusty -- new hope, Minnesota   12/8/2010
    If you are looking for a solution that works with Linux, this apparently is not it. You are probably OK if you are using Windows, I wasn't able to test that. However the restrictions on developers and the lack of a usable solution from SmartHome for Linux users is a combination that made two of these into paperweights for me.

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