Tools for Wireless Home Lighting

Video Transcript

"Michael Raines, Expert Village. Now, before we get started on installing this X10 system. I've got to explain to you how electricity works and what it does. But, first I've got to explain to you the tools necessary to install this system. So, we'll start with the basics. Obviously, screwdrivers. Philips, flat screwdriver. Who doesn't have one? Now, needle nose. You remember these guys. It may come in handy. Now, the one specialty tool you don't have is the wire strippers. You're going to need this. Because, the insulation on the wiring is tough. You're going to need some strippers. Don't use diagonal cutters or dikes as their called. You're just going to end up messing up the wire. Because, if you score the wire, it snaps off. It's only copper, ok. Next specialty tool. This is commonly known as a tester. There's a little neon bulb in here. You plug this into the wall socket, let's you know if you're alive or not. If you have current. Now, the most basic system and tool used is your regular volt meter or a volty meter. It'll do DC, AC amps, whatever. Might be handy to have, but you can get away with a little test module. And, that's what you need to put in most basic lighting the X10 remote control system. So, that's what we have. We're missing one little part, though. Safety glasses. Remember, I'm the safety Nazi. You've got to be safe. They don't look cool, they protect my eyeballs. Because, when you're working on electrical above your head crap will fall in your eyes. And, it's not a pleasant experience. Trust me, I've done it. Wear some kind of eye protection at all times whenever you're working on anything in front of your face or above your head. You'll be thankful you won't have to go to the eye doctor like I did. So, let's move on to basic electricity."