lilyoyo1

No woodworking here but I do go to the gun range and build my own ARs. I've done a few for friends and family as well. Outside of that, it's the gym and travel.

When I used my polisy, I did this using network resources.

I don't this is Plm issue since this only happens with the same set of devices. Besides that, Insteon links are stored on the devices themselves so a bad Plm wouldn't affect local operation of the devices. I agree with Guy that a switch is probably going bad. I'd start with the controlled switch when you start your tests

Are you sure that your switches are Lutron? Lutron doesn't make zwave switches. If they are indeed Lutron, they wouldn't be part of your zwave mesh which would explain some things.

With 10 thermostats, I assume you have a fairly large home. Are your zwave devices grouped together or spread out? Is your eisy centrally located or on one end trying to communicate to another? Are your issues with every zwave device or specific ones? If it's specific, that's an easier fix. While adding repeaters can work, you want to do it strategically to get the most out of them.

I was saying you can have separate 2 networks in a home. My apologies for not clarifying that you would need 2 separate controllers for that. Even if it were possible with a single controller, range would still be an issue. Technically you can have 2 eisys talk to each other using variables and network resources but that's not something I've ever entertained due to the added complexity of the system. There are some on here who have done so but I can't say what steps they took or the end results long term. The problem is repeaters repeat the signal that is being sent. If it receives a 300 series signal the 300 series devices wouldn't be able to translate an 800 series message. This has been like this since the beginning of zwave. There are plenty of articles online on how zwave mesh works to confirm this.

This may not work depending on what series devices that you have. The signal that it repeats will still be the same signal sent from your controller. If you have 500 series devices, your eisy will send out the signal using 500 series protocol/range. The range will be determined by 500 series max range... Ditto for 700 series (Eisy does not support zwave LR)

I have newer locks so I can't say how older locks would behave. I suspect you would need to exclude and include again though with it being older zwave protocol

You can add long as you build it a strong mesh in order for everything to work properly. The networks will not repeat signals to each other

If you're looking for an answer, emailing UDI directly through their support channels is the best way to get it.

If both controllers are individually configured the same way, they should work with a single scene.

Do you actually use different light levels when you dim or tend to stick to the same settings (IE: dim to 30% each time). If its the latter, you could use the fade command to trigger your program to set the light at that level. Outside of that, you would need to use programs and set the bulb based on the insteon range which will be a poor experience

I remember when they were trying and it wasn't a knock against them. I love UDI and their products. You did an excellent job with getting their switches supported for the community which is an excellent thing. I was just letting the poster know that there is no perfect situation out there definitely none better than eisy/Insteon

I no longer use UDI equipment so I am limited in what I can say about them. From my ISY-Polisy days, I have zero negative things to say. The only reason I switched, was due to me using Radio Ra3 instead of insteon. At the time, UDI equipment did not support Ra3. Even now, it does not support Ra3 Keypads so I couldnt go back if I wanted to. Had EISY offered RA3 support before I invested in Control 4, I never would have stopped using it. if its not broke, dont fix it....Why swap out a perfectly good and working system for something new if you're using it for basic needs? Its not like the 994 suddenly stopped working because of the EISY. With 300 insteon devices- you're kinda stuck with what you have. No other system (DIY) can support that many devices. Caseta tops out at 75 devices. Unless you plan on having multiple logins and hubs, thats a non starter...Even if willing; you've added unnecessary complexity to your system...especially since they do not have keypad support. Zwave! Zwave is a non starter for me for many reasons. Some like it but after using Insteon/Ra3, there is zero chance of me ever using it. For a basic system, the Lutron DIY/prosumer stuff works really well. If all I wanted was Alexa control over a few devices i'd be willing to use them to a certain degree. For customization, you will need to add another layer of control to really get the most out of them. Lutron's Prosumer stuff (ra2/3) were really designed to be used with other control systems. That's partly why they are so basic when used by themselves but so easily integrate with other select systems. The same people who want standalone systems controlled by Alexa are not looking to use EISY and home assistant. For the most part, those same people aren't looking at RA2 (while cheaper is still the most expensive option you mentioned)

The original I3 hub was able to update the device. Whether that can happen from EISY (now or in the future) I dont know.