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RFXtrx

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DarkCinema
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Re: RFXtrx

Post by DarkCinema »

krambriw wrote:It should work with the ARC protocol

ARC protocol
ARC is the protocol used by different brands with units having code wheels A-P/1-16:
KlikAanKlikUit, NEXA, CHACON, HomeEasy, Proove, DomiaLite, InterTechno, AB600
Ok thats clear so I just select the option for X10 Lightning, ARC, ELRO etc.. Thx.
b_weijenberg
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Re: RFXtrx

Post by b_weijenberg »

KlikAanKlikUit has two types.

The older KAKU with address codes wheels (A-P/1-16) use the ARC protocol.
The new KAKU with learning mode (order codes start with A) use the AC protocol. However the new KAKU can also be controlled using the ARC protocol but it is preferred to use the AC protocol. The ARC protocol does not have the set dim commands and when two ON commands are send the dim module will start a dim cycle until another ON or OFF command is send.
DarkCinema
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Re: RFXtrx

Post by DarkCinema »

b_weijenberg wrote:KlikAanKlikUit has two types.

The older KAKU with address codes wheels (A-P/1-16) use the ARC protocol.
The new KAKU with learning mode (order codes start with A) use the AC protocol. However the new KAKU can also be controlled using the ARC protocol but it is preferred to use the AC protocol. The ARC protocol does not have the set dim commands and when two ON commands are send the dim module will start a dim cycle until another ON or OFF command is send.
Thanks for your info.
I currently use X10 devices, for controlling them I use with X10 Commander from Melloware and EventGhost. I am considering to change to the KAKU devices (good price and more choices).
What I also need is the ability to Query the KAKU devices for their status and use this feedback information in my Touchcontrol remote app. This works now with the X10 devices (more or less).

Is it also possible to control my Somfy (RTS) sunblinds with the RFXcom? I saw that this is possible with the ÔÇ£homewizardÔÇØ appliance by learning the code from the Somfy remote.
b_weijenberg
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Re: RFXtrx

Post by b_weijenberg »

KAKU cannot be polled for a status, it is one-way communication!

See the list of supported devices at http://www.rfxcom.com/transceivers.htm#12103
If a device is not in this list it is not supported.
artefact
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Re: RFXtrx

Post by artefact »

Hi,

I test an USB Rfxtrx433 and I try to receive order from ATI remote wonder without sucess, have you a solution please (or it's not ready now) ?



Thank
krambriw
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Re: RFXtrx

Post by krambriw »

Remotes are not supported yet, I did not see this as a huge need but maybe there are many users that needs that?
artefact
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Re: RFXtrx

Post by artefact »

Yes I use it, for home automation and it's in the Rfxcom manager

I want replace my tellstick + X10 ATI remote plug by an Rfxcom usb for simplicity.

Thank to you
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Re: RFXtrx

Post by krambriw »

and it's in the Rfxcom manager
Yes, but it doesn't automatically mean that it is supported in my plugin. I do this for free without any payment so it is my decision when/if I can reserve time to implement it. It is in fact a several hours of work to add support for the remotes. I will start looking into the topic, be sure, but it will take some time. Once I am ready with a first version, it would be great if you could try it. First version will most likely support receieving of signals from the remote. Final version will also be able to transmit.

Best regards, Walter
artefact
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Re: RFXtrx

Post by artefact »

Ho yes sorry, I not say this for upset you. My english is bad sorry. :oops:

I find your work very well, and I m not capable for this. Very very sorry for my way of saying. I 'm very glad to test your work. I have an X10 remote wonder ATI and Chacon switch (who is recognize by you're plugin and work very well)

Cordially
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Re: RFXtrx

Post by krambriw »

No problem, here is a first beta version that should create events when you press the remote buttons (ATI, Medion, PC Remote). Each event can then be used the normal way (drag into a macro with actions). See to that you have enabled ATI with RFXMNGR before you start EG.

I do not have any remote so I could not test anything. Let me know how it works...and if we need to change the format of the events somehow.

I have also included the support for some thermostats (HE105 and RTS10) wished earlier

Best regards, Walter
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artefact
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Re: RFXtrx

Post by artefact »

I test now :

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Chacon switch is evry OK but X10 ATI Remote wonder crash the plugin and the COM port on windows manager :

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The X10 remote plugin work find in EG (but I don't have any USB port now, too much accesories (1wire, tellstick, usb RFXcom, sound card, electric teleinformation, and usb key) but the X10 remote wonder work find with the RFXcom manager.

With the Chacon switch i make a drag and drop and work find to switch a light.
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Re: RFXtrx

Post by krambriw »

Thanks, it helped me to find an error, please try this instead
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artefact
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Re: RFXtrx

Post by artefact »

Yeah you are a boss :mrgreen: It work very well with the ATI remote wonder :

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I go to bed now, I work tomorow morning at 6 Thank you for your work :wink:
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Re: RFXtrx

Post by krambriw »

Here is the next version, now also supporting sending remote key pressures. Please try out and provide me with feedback how it works.

BestR Walter
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artefact
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Re: RFXtrx

Post by artefact »

now also supporting sending remote key pressures
I don't understand this :cry:


I create event Vol+ and Vol- with 10% and attribute the key Vol+ and Vol-

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When I make a long pressure only one action.
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