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Excellent, keep the group updated on the final outcome . . .

Hello Orest, For the sake of asking you would please follow the steps outlined by Stu and hard reset the new leak sensor which doesn't seem to be operating correctly. At least if you do this step you will know its defective or not - It would also save the time shipping the product back . . .

Hello Orest, This is a known issue and to date there is no final solution to resolve this matter. My statement assumes this is not a firewall, anti-virus, pop up blocker, incorrect Admin Console, out of date Java, white listing related issue(s). Other reasons for the Admin Console to lose connection is (IF) there are socket connections which have lots of inbound traffic to the ISY Series Controller. Lastly, when there are lots of active programs running this can also cause the controller to appear to be slow or none responsive.

I would humbly suggest you use a personal SMTP address instead of the *Default* one being offered by UDI. As its been known to be over loaded, down, etc. Most folks create a dedicated GMAIL account just for the ISY Series Controller. Doing so ensures this SMTP address has only one goal and that is to send alert messages.

Hello Orest, It seems you aren't having much luck as of late with some of the hardware on hand. If the leak sensor does not trip / blink at all when placed in a plate of water. Its best you send it back for a RMA via cross dock so you can receive one right away.

Some of the units will require you place it in a body of water as simply dabbing the metal feet doesn't always illicit the correct response.

Hello Orest, Is your controller a 99 or 994 Series Controller?

I don't believe the diagnostic keypad has as much relevance given the latest hardware offers many of same LED feed back.

Hello Orest, Can you update the ISY Series Controller to the latest official firmware: http://forum.universal-devices.com/topic/19162-release-451-is-now-official/ Once done can you try to add the new device back in using both methods and let us know the results?

Hello Orest, If you have completed the hard reset and the device still comes up as a Trigger Linc perhaps its defective and needs to be replaced. Can you follow the steps outlined by Stu one more time and see what happens when you try to add the device back? For the sake of asking can you also install fresh batteries to the unit.

Hello Orest, Can you please confirm in the Admin Console that both the UI & Firmware are the same: Help -> About

The device should be in a slow blink - fast blink indicates multi-unlink.

Hello, On average for low traffic areas exceeds 18-24 months. For high traffic areas with hits of 60-80 detection count the lowest has been 14 months but average 15-16 months normally. The brand in use is EBL but should be noted this product has extreme variability and quality control issues. I bought them knowing it was going to be a huge gamble but they were intended as a test bed and proof of concept for a few short / long term projects I had underway. I used them in a 25 foot plus PTZ mounted camera system which monitors the perimeter of the grounds. It was connected to a solar array with a charging circuit I built. That battery served me well for about 3.5 extreme cold winters in the north. The battery has now been replaced with a super capacitor which is tied to the solar array. As a back up the system is connected to a mini relay to power it via a modified POE power supply. This was added in as a measure of fail over in case the battery / make shift PSU exploded while in operation. All of the parts are enclosed in a metal insulated project box to contain fire and debris. One might ask why? [emoji848] As I stated extreme quality issues were seen and I had several 9 volt cells explode with great fan fair! [emoji35] Thus the need for fire / debris protection. ☹️[emoji31][emoji17] The cells that work have been running perfectly fine for about 4-5 years now though. Please keep in mind the Insteon MS is not intended to be installed and used in extreme weather. The fact it has survived 7 plus years up on a poll is impressive. The fact the battery exploded could have been a combination of extreme heat so I can't really blame that specific incident with the maker. However many of the batteries were wired backwards and upon charging exploded in a sealed chamber I placed them in. [emoji58] For the average person I would probably say go with name brand companies even if they offer lower AH. Full disclosure I received these batteries as a test sample from a vendor for the purpose of real world testing. I honestly can't say I would buy the product or recommend them to others in this forum though. [emoji55] ========================= The highest calling in life is to serve ones country faithfully - Teach others what can be. Do what is right and not what is popular.

I have to gather there was some kind of alignment issue as all of the text is slanted and off center? This is my biggest fear and would probably drive me crazy and know I would probably go through a few blank chicklets until it came out perfect.

There are quite a few 3rd party devices that monitor dedicated outlets. Some offer just a LED and siren, whereas others will send an alert to the end user of the very same. Given your reply above it sound like the *Creative Wiring* still poses an issue . . .

I would suggest you set it to query every hour then use the second program to confirm with the ISY Series Controller that its not responding. For example if this circuit was monitoring a critical load like a fridge / freezer. Having the system query every hour is well in the safety margin of keeping the contents cold. You can certainly query the device sooner but this can impact the Insteon network and the controller itself if there are lots of other over lapping programs running at that same time. Regardless, all of the above is simply a band aid and not a final solution to the problem. If the GFCI is tripping its either because there is a real fault condition present. Or the GFCI needs to replaced due to being old or impacted by Insteon signals which has been seen a few times over the years. The easiest thing to do is replace the GFCI outlet and see what happens . . . If the new unit trips you narrowed it down to two possibilities which are: There is a real world condition that needs your attention - or the Insteon signal is causing a nuisance trip.

If you're serious about this endeavor and wish to still use the ISY Series Controller as the main hub for your Insteon network. You can perform a search in this forum where there is a link to a company that sells and modifies existing 220 / 50 Hz Insteon HUB's to be used as a PLM. Also, it should be noted in this forum also there is a thread that offers the steps to integrate 2245 Insteon HUB's to operate in parallel.

The Insteon Motion Sensor (MS) sends out only one low battery alert message while the existing battery is in place. It should be noted one of the missing capabilities of the MS is that the voltage level of the battery can also be obtained. It would be really great to see 5.XX support this missing feature which is outlined in the API EDOC.

4. Just to clarify if you purchase the network module this is a one time investment. Having that will allow you to interface with IFTTT and other cloud based / network devices & services. Also, if you invest in a RPi there are at least two programs that will allow you to interact with the Amazon Echo without the need to subscribe to the ISY Portal Service. If you're technically inclined , eager to learn, and have time. This is a good option while learning a new skill set. Having said all of this - The ISY Portal Service offers a plug & play approach and present and future features that add great value to your HA network. Also in a round about way it helps support UDI as a company in offering a small income stream. ========================= The highest calling in life is to serve ones country faithfully - Teach others what can be. Do what is right and not what is popular.

Actually no - I said I have no issue with their gear and haven't ever had a hardware failure or warranty related issue. Every technical question I have sent into their support line has been answered in a timely fashion and with factual information. The very fact someone answers the phone doesn't mean a hell of beans to me. When the person on the other side of the phone is not prepared to help me in a meaningful way. If people like to be jerked around and offered zero warranty support - I suppose DLI would be a great vendor to deal with! Otherwise my personal experience(s) and comments stand with respect to their service after the sale support. There's a reason why the device is on hardware 7 release - because it took them five generations to get the bloody thing right and sort out the incessant failure rates of the Ethernet card! Even that is debatable because even the latest revision appears to have the same hardware. Ultimately, it doesn't really matter to me what method the company uses for communications. What does matter is having the ability to determine root cause and offer either a break fix or resolve the issue in a timely manner.

I have used quite a few of the Ubiquiti hardware but most were geared toward their POE routers, WiFi, Repeaters, and long range AP's. Never tried their remote power switch but based on personal & business dealings with the company. I would have no issue considering or entertaining buying one for home use. As an aside for those interested in knowing some basic information about the older units. The square shaped DLI unit had a continuous loud annoying fan which also sucked power doing nothing 24.7.365. The units pre hardware (5) release units always had a Ethernet card failure very similar to Smartlabs famous Smartlinc HUB. They would always automagically just stop working . . .

Do not entertain the idea of purchasing any of the older DLI products that have the fan and look almost square. Also, don't purchase any of the units below version 4. DLI remote switches from 5 and above are over all pretty solid . . . Having said that the companies warranty, service after the sale is completely sh^t and not worth the paper its written on. We have / had over 6500 of these units in various flavors and model years so I know what I am talking about. I supported every model for more than 15 years. Tech support is brutal on the first order . . . Warranty support is even below that . . . From personal experience DLI is one of the worst American companies I have ever had to deal with!

After looking over the programs I don't see how this would help in the over all comfort of the home?!?! No software program is going to supersede thermodynamics, heat soaking, and the need to remove the heat. The closet a person will get to off setting heat / cold is employing the proper amount of mass, density, and PCM. I've applied many of the concepts of *Passive Haus* and working on integrating PCM technology into my home. After eight years living in my home doing the above I can affirm to you all the technical concepts absolutely work. As noted above one of the other missing factors (elements) that should have been listed as number (7) is leakage / air exchange per hour. All of these elements are critical if the holy grail of energy and economic savings are the goal as each of them are integral to the system.

Not sure what this program is going to do if the most basics are not present or done. Assuming over all comfort is the ultimate goal there is no software method that will supersede the need to have the following present in the home. 1. Appropriate colored exterior shingles, walls, doors. 2. Proper shading from tree's, awning, terrain. 3. Proper amount of insulation in the roof, walls, floors. 4. Sufficient mass / density in the super structure. 5. Passive cooling / heating design elements. 6. Correct R rated windows, doors, GDO. Those who are serious about energy conservation and environmental control should review *Passive Haus* techniques and PCM technology. PCM technology hasn't caught on quite yet but those who use such materials will notice greater comfort and consistent temperatures through out their home.