[mythtv-users] Slightly OT - Power Control

[Lee]

>Can anyone think of a simple device to buy that connects to a computer that 
>allows you to turn off and on a 115V device?
>
>An obvious Myth application would be to control a pc monitor with a fixed on 
>off switch, or perhaps a fixed audio amplifier.  Of course, I'm actually 
>tentatively planning to stick it on my satellite modem's connector and let a 
>cron job force reset the thing every night so, hopefully, it stays stable the 
>rest of the time.
>
>Actually for my purpose, a little power timer like at a hardware store would 
>likely work.  I do have an eventual goal to control an audio amplifier's 
>power from a linux console though..
>
>[I do realise I could build something, but I'd rather just find a stock 
>solution.]
>
For controlling one item, you're better off with a cheap mechanical time 
switch...
If you're going to be controlling a load of things, X10 Appliance 
Modules will be what you're after.
See X10.COM for details...