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SIGNAL RANGE
R
ange of Haibrain X-10 signals over the Power Line and
how to increase the range.
The Haibrain X-10 System is based on power line commu-
nication. The range of the Haibrain X-10 signals very much
depends on the local circumstances. On average the range is
a cable length of 80 meters.
I
f you have difficulties with the range of your Haibrain X-
10 signals, please pay attention to the following facts:
1. When more than one phase is used for your electrical
sys
tem, it is necessary to couple these phases for the
Haibrain X-10 signals. For coupling you can use FD10 Phase
Couplers/Filters. You only need to install a Phase Coupler/
Filter when your wall outlets and light switches are divided
over more than one phase (more than one group is no
problem). For bigger buildings or longer distances we
advice you to use an active repeater instead of passive
FD10’s.
2.
It is possible tha
t Haibrain X-10 signals are attenuated by
devices and lights which are connected to the power line.
In a normal home situation this effect is negligible (the
Haibrain X-10 system is using active gain control to
eliminate the effects). However, it is possible that a
particular device in your house is attenuating the signals so
much that the range of Haibrain X-10 signals is decreased
significantly. When you have range problems, it is wise to
try to locate the device which is attenuating the signals
simply by unplugging devices from the power line, and
testing the differences in range for your Haibrain system.
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