Serial-Connected Home Automation Interface Allows INSTEON Lighting & Appliance Control From Your PC Or Automation Controller
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INSTEON PowerLinc Modem, Serial
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| PowerLinc Modem - INSTEON Serial Interface |
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| Item# 2412S |
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Overview
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- Easy, trouble-free serial connection
- Powerline interface uses simple RS-232 commands, allowing any device with a programmable serial port to send INSTEON commands
- Interface supports INSTEON extended messages
- Now Supports 2000+ links
Essential Info
The Serial INSTEON PowerLinc Modem is a serial-based home automation interface that allows PC- and hardware-based automation controllers to control INSTEON-compatible lights, appliances, heating/air conditioning systems and alarm systems directly via the INSTEON network. This home automation interface uses simple RS-232 commands, allowing any device with a programmable serial port to send INSTEON commands easily, making controllers such as SimpleHomeNet's and Universal Devices' IP bridges instantly INSTEON compatible. Note: The controller connected to the Serial INSTEON PowerLinc Modem must remain powered on and running the controller program connected to the controller or host at all times of usage. View our Videos:Smarthome Home Tour
Would you like to try INSTEON before you buy? Check out our Flash Demo to take a test drive!
Important Note: This PowerLinc interface is not compatible with HouseLinc 2 Desktop Software. A HouseLinc 2-enabled interface is available with HouseLinc 2 - INSTEON Desktop Software in Serial or USB.
Manuals/Software
What's Included
Serial INSTEON PowerLinc Modem
Quick Start Guide
DB-9 Serial Cable - for connecting to a computer
RJ-45 to 6-Conductor - for connecting to a stand-alone controllers
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Ideal for Developer Use
Hardware developers with products that include RS232 ports can use the Serial INSTEON PowerLinc Modem to send and receive INSTEON communications. This relieves developers from embedding INSTEON chips inside their devices and provides a quick way to market without having to go through electronics re-designs or costly safety agency approvals. It also provides electronic TTL lines for direct connection to systems with embedded processors. Finally, an unregulated 12VDC at 300mA is provided to directly power a host controller.
Please note that developing application and controls for the PLM is not for the casual home automation enthusiast. Due to the nature of this product, Smarthome's technical support staff cannot offer programming support for developers. We cannot assist in the troubleshooting or development of applications and/or code.
Technical information on the Power Line Modem is available to INSTEON developers; click here for more information on becoming an INSTEON developer.
Developer Information
If you are interested in developing software for the PowerLinc Serial or for more information about becoming an INSTEON developer please click here.
PLC/PowerLinc Modem Comparison | | Feature | Power Line Modem | PowerLinc Controllers | | Downloading to the unit | No | Yes - software dependant | | Internal real-time clock | None | Included | | Status of connected controller | Must remain on and running | If downloading is support, may turn off computer | | Supports HouseLinc Desktop | No | Yes | | Requires Application-layer driver like Smarthome Device Manager | No | Yes | | Requires downloadable SALad Core application | No | Yes | | INSTEON Extended Messages | Supported | Not supported |
X10 Compatible
The Serial INSTEON PowerLinc Modem is fully INSTEON compatible and X10 ready. Homeowners with existing X10 networks can easily migrate to an INSTEON network without having to discard all their existing X10 devices. X10 ready means that it can respond to X10 commands from an X10 controller and it can send X10 commands to X10 devices. Please note that INSTEON devices repeat INSTEON signals but not X10.
Don't Block your Outlets
The Serial INSTEON PowerLinc Modem includes Smarthome's innovative pass-through AC outlet on the front of the unit. This outlet allows you to plug in additional AC devices. While the outlet doesn't have any control features, it really helps against "power strip build-up."
Safety Tested and Factory Certification
All SmartLabs Design products rigorously tested and safety approved. The factory for SmartLabs Design Products is ISO9001 certified. Because of this passion for quality, Smarthome stands behind the entire SwitchLinc V2 line of products with a full 2-year warranty.
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Specifications
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Specifications | General | | Brand: | Smarthome | | Manufacturer: | SmartLabs Design | | Manufacturer Product No.: | 2412s | | UPC: | 689076403047 | | Patent No.: | U.S. Patent No. 7,345,998, International patents pending | | Software: | Sold Separately | Status LED: | 1 white LED (on the side) | Warranty: | 2 years, limited | Operation | | Operation Modes: | INSTEON only, X10 only, INSTEON and X10 Combo Mode | | Combo Mode Message Order: | INSTEON, X10, INSTEON cleanup | Interface | | Connector Type: | RJ-45 | | Interface: | RS-232 & TTL & 12VDC (unregulated) @300mA | | Baud Rate: | 19,200 Kbps | INSTEON Features | | INSTEON Addresses: | 1 hard-coded out of 16,777,216 possible | | INSTEON Links: | 2016 out of 16,777,216 possible | | INSTEON Device Category: | 0x03 (Network Bridges) | | INSTEON Device Sub-Category: | 0x05 | | INSTEON Power Line Frequency | 131.65 KHz | | INSTEON Minimum Transmit Level: | 3.2 Vpp into 5 Ohms | | INSTEON Minimum Receive Level: | 10 mV | | INSTEON Messages Repeated: | Yes | 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 Scene Addresses: | 255 possible | | X10 Controllable Addresses: | 255 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 |
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