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Every environment is different which is why he doesn't have issues. Wall worts may not be the culprit. When people give tips they start with the most likely and go from there. It could be a single wall wort. Maybe 2 or 3. Maybe it's something else entirely like a wiring issue. Now that you've isolated the problem to the circuit, you simply go a little bit further to find the actual culprit.

The funny thing with noise is how it can effect things. You can have the exact same switches side by side and one has issues while the other doesn't. I wouldn't say they are inferior as I've seen many more issues in togglelincs than in the kpls and 2477d's. This is one reason why I wouldn't tell someone to switch from insteon to zwave or vice versa. Using one or the other doesn't guarantee a trouble free system. Most likely you don't have a lot of things causing issues. Since you've isolated what room is causing the problem, I would start with unplugging things there until you find the culprit. Once found, put a filter on it.

I've never had that issue personally. I would factory reset the device, put into linking mode and then restore the device using the ISY admin console

Yes, that one. Inside, I use zwave sensors because they look better in my opinion

My outdoor sensors are insteon sensors. I haven't had any issues here in NC with our storms here.

When I built my house, I used a standard flood light with an inlinelinc dimmer and separate motion sensor with it. I went this way because it allows me to disconnect the sensor from the light for times when I don't want the motion sensor to kick in. For example, my entertainment scene turns on the flood lights so people can clearly see the all times. Had I done it with a hardwired sensor, once tripped, the sensor would override the settings and turn the lights off. By keeping them separate, I am able to control the lights separately without the motion sensor kicking in. Late at night when I want the sensor to be used, then the program activates allowing motion lights. I used a dimmer because I knew I would be using really bright bulbs. This allows me to dim them for normal use and full blast when on the motion. I also prefer the ramping effect of a dimmer vs. a light simply turning on.

I really couldn't say what zwave switches are scene capable as I use insteon switches and Zwave sensors. The copper aspire line as well as some leviton switches more than likely are. I believe the new GE. Zwave plus switches are also. Zwave can control insteon as I have a few directly linked to insteon switches via scenes so I can confirm that on some level support for both ways.

That confirms it. It's sending it's status. Not the command itself.

I looked closer at what you purchased. Looks like that one isn't scene capable which means it can't be a controller. Only a responder. I'm not sure if that has anything to do with it but generally scene capable devices send commands.

If the ISY changes instantly then it does send it.

Does that switch support instant status? Another thing to check is to make sure that it is a controller in your scene

My vacation mode on the ISY does this with my router. It automatically reboots it once a day. My ISY is also on an outlet that I reboot with my test hub should it ever be needed.

As Larryllix stated, factory reset your devices. You can work on 1 room at a time and not have to worry about losing any functionality as you progress.

I have 2 ISY's but they do not control the same devices. One controls the house and the other one is used to test new devices. I have backups of all of my devices that I use to make sure that all are compatible with whatever new version firmware comes out. Due to WAF, I dont mess with the house stuff (updates/upgrades)until checked. I went this route because trying to do something and reset the ISY etc. proved to be too time consuming. Technically you can accomplish what you are trying to do with a single ISY the way you said. Personally, I would get a second ISY and focus on redoing your system that way as it can cut down on the number of half links you may potentially leave in older devices.

You could simplify even more. If status lights are off And fan is on Wait 20 min. Turn fan off This would allow the fan to beon while the bathroom was being used regardless of how long. You could shorten the duration or makeit turn off immediately should you choose.

I use the 5.0 branch with over 100+ insteon/zwave/hue (network resources) without any issues. While upgrading can initially cause issues, they are generally easy to fix. Backups should be made regardless of title. There are some bugs that may effect specific types of users. This can happen even with "official release" builds.

Being that your house is as you described, it would behoove you to invest in zwave in order to reliably talk to your lock. If that's not something you're willing to do, I wouldn't pursue using locks as you'll end up with more problems than you solve.

Just to add to what Meester said, instead of focusing on what is in front of you, it would behoove you to simply read the other postings on the zwave forum anyway. Long term, the more you know and understand zwave, the greater ability you have to take advantage of your devices capabilities. Reading on other devices means you can take advantage of different use cases to expand what your home can do. For example, while you're inquiring about a repeater (regardless of which works better) having a siren not only repeats signals but can give you a back up alert system for someone opening the door. Maybe reading about a particular plugin module gives you an idea on how to verify kids use of a TV. You've just extended the range of your system and increased capability. It's easy to be lazy and take the quick route of hoping others simply answer your questions instead of doing research. However your doing yourself a disservice by not doing research. In doing so, you'll have a much stronger and robust system long term.

The second link on the zwave forum that says "What I've learned about shchlage locks and zwave"

I would recommend reading the last few topics on locks that are on the zwave subforum. There's enough information there that will allow you to make an informed decision on how best to proceed in your home. They already cover all that you are asking as well as what those who don't invest properly go through.

Try moving to a location without issues and update. If it still doesn't work it's the device and a replacement will work. If it does work then it's something with that location and a new device may not work unless you have other dual band devices within range.

It can help. However you could still have issues. You're better off fixing the source of your problems than putting a bandaid on it. I would unscrew the bulbs and test communication. If it improves, I would go with a different brand of led. I've found Philips warm glow and feit enhance line works well with insteon. Others will have their favorites as well.

What is it controlling? Sometimes bulbs such as cfl puts out a lot of noise as the age. While the light output is still good, it causes havoc on Powerline communications

I use and prefer zwave sensors over Insteon sensors. My personal favorites are the fibaro sensors but there are others out there. Switching to zwave isn't as easy as adding the model and zwave sensors. Depending on where the sensors are located, you may need additional zwave devices in order for the ISY to talk to your sensors. Before embarking on that journey (depending on finances), I would buy a few zwave devices such as the Aeotech Smartswitch 6 or Aeotech siren to build out your network and then get the sensors that you want. Using the 5.0 branch of the ISY allows additional control and features for zwave.

Bumbershoot's example is what I would do to. If the condition of the most important thing is met, disable the program for the least important.