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Re: [ECS] ECS getting started joerut.epix.net Tue, 12 Sep 2000 18:50:01 -0400

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Carl

You can get the CM11A directly from X-10 at www.X10.com. The 
best deal is probally the Active Home Package. It includes the 
CM11A with the cable, a lamp module, an RF transciever module, 
a keychain remote and a 6 in one universal remote all for $49.99. 
The CM11A would probally cost half that. Also if you happen to 
catch a promotion they usually throw in a free item or 2. As far as 
the computer. All you need for voice is a soundblaster compatable 
card and Win 95,98 or 2000. Of course faster is better but I am 
sure any compatible will work.

Later
Joe Rut 


On 12 Sep 2000, at 16:08, Carl Swanson wrote:

> All,
> 
> I've looked off and on at the ECS program and wanted to see if I can get
> started with
> it, test out the lite version and see if my computer and it's com ports all
> work, that
> sort of thing.
> 
> I know the ECS web page is suggesting an advanced $200 controller for nice
> set-ups,
> but what can I get to start with? I basically would just love to play with X-10
> to start with,
> and maybe that included voice synthesis stuff.
> 
> Would the CM11A be the way to go? Any other suggested hardware for just
> starting out? Any good place to buy the CM11A?
> 
> Thanks,
> 
> Carl
> cswanson@tivoli.com
> 

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