Use Radioshack 15-2117 as X10 Timer

rts · Post by **rts** » Thu Sep 16, 2004 10:47 am

I saw that X10 sells a timer (Mini Timer (MT10A)) which can switch the lights on and off at a particular time. I have the Radioshack 15-2117 remote and I was wondering if I can program it to switch the lamp modules on/off at a particular time?

Thus, I can use it as a timer, and will not have to get the MT10A. Of course I'll need to buy an IR543 console.

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Post by **The Robman** » Thu Sep 16, 2004 11:53 am

The 15-2117 doesn't have a timer (even though it does have a clock). If you want to avoid buying the MT10A you could get one of the older "Producer 8" remotes (eg, URC-9800, etc) as these remotes do have a timer for timed macros.

rts · Post by **rts** » Thu Sep 16, 2004 12:30 pm

Thanks a lot for your answer Rob ... Now I guess I'm face with a dilemma ... the URC-9800 is more expesive than the timer itself .. I this case maybe I should go with the timer. Any suggestions on other alternatives?

Post by **The Robman** » Thu Sep 16, 2004 12:45 pm

How much does the MT10A go for? If the prices are similar then it probably is a good idea to get one of them instead, especially as it will control your X10 devices thru the power line so you won't need to leave the remote permanently pointing at the IR543 (which would also cost you $20).

However, if you do decide to go with a Producer 8, I have several models available that I could sell you. The cheapest would be the older style URC-8080 which you could have for $20.

rts · Post by **rts** » Thu Sep 16, 2004 1:46 pm

Thanks again Rob,

Well, as of now, I'm leaning towards MT10A ($25 shipped) since as you pointed out it will be quite handy in controlling so many X10 devices, besides I won't need to leave the remote permanently pointing at the IR543. Also it has an alarm clock .. which is handy as well.... The purpose of the raioshack remote is to get rid of my oter remotes .. hence buying a Producer 8 might be going in the other dorection.

By the way, where can I get IR543 for $20. Does it also include shipping? X10 sells it for around 28 bucks shipped ...

Post by **The Robman** » Thu Sep 16, 2004 2:45 pm

You can get it from homeautomationnet.com for $20, but I highly doubt that it includes shipping.

I have an old Radio Shack version of the MT10A which I probably picked up on ebay at some point that I use to turn my outside lights on at a certain time. It's tricky to program but it works well.