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'''How do I use command line arguments to control my modules using Activehome?'''
How do I use command line arguments to control my modules using Activehome?
 
 
 
 
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There is a file in c:\program files\home control called x10comm.exe. This program will accept arguments on the command line for control of your X10 modules.  The syntax is as follows:
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*To turn a non-dimming module on:
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    x10comm.exe a1 on
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*If it is a dimmable module, then use the following: 
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    x10comm.exe a1 dim to 020%
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The dimming percentage is listed as a 3-digit number with the percent sign after it.
  
There is a file in c:\program files\home control called x10comm.exe. 
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[[Category:frequently asked questions]]
 
 
This program will accept arguments on the command line for control of your X10 modules.  The syntax is as follows:  "x10comm.exe a1 on" to turn a module on.  If it is a dimmable module, then use the following:  "x10comm.exe a1 dim to 020%"; the percentage is listed as a 3-digit number with the percent sign after it.
 

Revision as of 19:17, 21 March 2006

Question

How do I use command line arguments to control my modules using Activehome?

Answer

There is a file in c:\program files\home control called x10comm.exe. This program will accept arguments on the command line for control of your X10 modules. The syntax is as follows:

  • To turn a non-dimming module on:
    x10comm.exe a1 on
  • If it is a dimmable module, then use the following:
    x10comm.exe a1 dim to 020%

The dimming percentage is listed as a 3-digit number with the percent sign after it.