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Setting up 3-way switches (Insteon) and controlling via Alexa
- Setting up 3-way switches (Insteon) and controlling via Alexa
You dont need any programs or variables to accomplish what you are trying to do. Make sure all of your devices are configured properly in each controller as well as the scene itself. You would then add the scene to your portal as a device (lights) and you will have control over everything whether its from an app, locally, or voice. The only thing you wont be able to do is dim your scene via voice. If that is needed, you will then need to use programs and variables to keep things in sync.- 2477S Dual Band SwitchLinc
No. There is a zwave switch that can do that if you have any zwave devices. It's the Hs200 (I believe that's the model#) from homeseer- Polisy?
- Google Home & Scenes Issue
Didn't we already have this discussion? You got this- Polisy?
I tell people automation is like smartphones when they first came out. People questioned why the needed to see their email and surf the net when they were out and about. Now you can't imagine life without. The more you take advantage of the possibilities, the harder it is to go without it- Polisy?
I tell people automation is like smartphones when they first came out. People questioned why the needed to see their email and surf the net when they were out and about. Now you can't imagine life without. The more you take advantage of the possibilities, the harder it is to go without it- Setting up 3-way switches (Insteon) and controlling via Alexa
You have to control the scene that you set up not the individual device- Polisy vs Polisy Pro?
no. Only the Pro and its not enabled yet- Polisy vs Polisy Pro?
I have the pro myself though it's only use would be convenience when it comes to adding far away devices that are already installed such as locks. Even with WiFi based devices, as long as they're on network, the isy could talk to them. I do agree with you, the more options the better.- Polisy vs Polisy Pro?
That is correct for both- Setting Up New ISY Issues
I agree with what Teken says. I would add the other devices before trying to do something with the motion sensor. In order to clear the updates for now, put the sensor in linking mode>right click on the device> choose write updates while it's close to the isy. With the lock that's 60' away, you'll probably need a couple more repeaters to ensure a strong network. These can be other zwave devices such as plug in lamp modules or outlets. While things can work with your current setup, you'll find that you'll constantly have communication issues over time- Ceiling Fan control with Speed for the wall - many questions
Shhhh. Don't give out my secrets- Ceiling Fan control with Speed for the wall - many questions
It's not a perfect setup and may not fit everyone. I like it because I still have fan speed control. I just have to switch once the fan is on. Prior to that, we would simply set medium and if that was to much or not enough we'd adjust after the fact anyway, so it hasn't been a big change anyway We do have them tied in with our ecobees so that they'll kick on before it starts to feel uncomfortable but before the AC kicks in. Once the AC kicks in, they'll run for a few minutes and turn off.- Ceiling Fan control with Speed for the wall - many questions
I've started doing them for customers and I haven't heard a complaint yet. I give them 6 months to decide whether they want to keep it or not. Should they not like it, then I'll replace at no cost to them. So far no one has swapped out- Ceiling Fan control with Speed for the wall - many questions
That is correct. To be honest, I think we've changed speeds 2 or 3 times since we went to this method. While I didn't have problems with the fanlinc, the extra speeds our fan has makes for a better experience. I wouldn't say lower since the fans were much more expensive. Lol- Ceiling Fan control with Speed for the wall - many questions
With many of the better looking and performing fans coming with remotes, what I started doing was hardwiring them to a relay switch. Since our new fans have 6 speeds, we were able to get a better experience with setting them and never changing the speed. By connecting it to a switch, we get control over the fan via insteon while still preserving the ability to change speeds as we need to- Setting Up New ISY Issues
Many people on here won't download things due to virus concerns so you may want to screen shot and attach your pictures for everyone to see. What are the zwave devices that you're using? How close are they to the isy? Do you have repeaters? The more detailed your response the better we can help you. Do you have any programs with the devices in them?- Rachio Wifi Sprinkler Controller and ISY?
No. While there are some nodeservers in PGC, most are run locally. It all depends what a service requires and what a developer wants to develop for.- Rachio Wifi Sprinkler Controller and ISY?
It's a local nodeserver so you'll either need to run polyglot on a RPI or purchase polisy for that- Linking An Insteon Motion Sensor II 2844-222
Ok. You made me wonder due to mentioning zwave. Just wanted to make sure. Open up the event viewer and set it to level 3. Look at what happens when you try to add your insteon device- Linking An Insteon Motion Sensor II 2844-222
Do you have a plm installed with your isy? Are you currently using zwave?- Linking An Insteon Motion Sensor II 2844-222
Clear your java cache- Linking An Insteon Motion Sensor II 2844-222
Did you click the set button or press and hold until it chirped- Upgrade from old ISY-99i/IR Pro
Since you're coming from the 99 it'll be more involved. The new unit should be on the 5.0 firmware. I don't know if migration from the 3.0 series firmware would be different than from 4.0. To be safe, I'd downgrade the software to 4.8 and then use your backup file to to restore to the new isy. You can then upgrade to the 4.8 again Once done, you can decide whether or not you want to go to 5.0 - Setting up 3-way switches (Insteon) and controlling via Alexa