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Any that are available would be in the full owners manual for the device. You can generally find this on the mfg. website. If they don't have one, then there probably isn't any extra parameters

Never even heard of it. From my experience, secondary controllers are flakey. I would ensure both controllers are within range of one another since it won't work if they aren't. After that, you'll have to follow their instructions on

The best thing to do is buy a bulb you want to use and test it with a dimmer. I've found that bulb compatibility can change even within the same mfg. lineup. I've purchased bulbs that worked perfectly and had buzzing with later purchases. Ditto for those that didn't work in the past. If you find one that you like and it works, i recommend buying a few extra. This way, if you need to replace one down the road, you'll know it'll still be compatible and the light it puts out will be the same as your existing (yes, this changes too). This isn't unique to insteon but all dimmers/bulbs out there.

What he's trying to say about multiple manufacturers is that long term, you have a greater chance of options. Large mfg. do get out the game themselves (ie: ge sold their lighting division years ago and license the name now). Even if they stay, there's a good chance they'll redesign the switches to keep up with other companies out there. Zooz is the house brand for the smartest house automation website(just like insteon was for Smarthome). One good thing about being smaller is that they're more agile than larger ones are. That's why Jasco/get, Eaton and Leviton are/were slow to the 700 Series. Zooz and aeotec will have 800 series devices before all 3 big companies combined. If you're looking for longevity, if recommend sitting this it for a few years because you're not going to get it. The way things are catching on, things will change fast and constantly. No one can guarantee anything for 5 years. Look at UDI. The 994 has been around for over 10 years yet UDI is set to release their 2nd controller in 3. Why? Things are changing quickly. Michel even hinted at another potential controller in another 3 years. That's not saying you need to abandon what you have (there are people using the 99i). Just that we're no longer in a time where things are set for 10+ years. Companies have to cater to what's new to attract new customers and stay relevant. They can't focus on their existing customers as much as we would like (not saying we don't matter). This means what we have and can do today may not be the case in 5 years. Most companies have started moving away from multi colored faceplates as a way to cut costs without raising prices. I know Eaton makes other colors for their devices but they're only 500 series.

ZigBee for the Isy was for energy not HA. They were different standards. ZigBee still has compatibility issues like zwave but it's gotten much better. I assume the new ZigBee dongle uses 3.0. if so, other ZigBee HA 3.0 devices should be compatible.

Matter isn't ready yet. The board is Matters ready. Once it's released and ready, the board will be updated via a firmware update https://forum.universal-devices.com/topic/37523-matterz-zmatter/?do=findComment&comment=347794

You're right. Nothing should change. All tl3 controllers use the same software. The only difference would be possible firmware changes causing updates to be made

Did you recently upgrade to 5.0.16? I'd say make sure you've cleared your Java cache and that the UI matches your firmware. You can also make sure the board is seated properly. Outside of that, the board could be going bad.

It's being done now with Alexa/Google devices via the portal. As I keep saying, Matter isn't even available yet to say what will be and how it will be done. The only thing UDI (or anyone can do) is follow the Matter API to provide compatibility and access. If everyone does so, once it's out we'll all be living in Utopia. For those that do not, then we'll have to see how that impacts everything and everyone else

There's a few symposiums that they've had including many online articles detailing what matter is and it's short falls. The main question from every one about apple and homekit due to them not clarifying how they will work together. In addition, there are many loopholes that allow companies to support some things but not others. In short, apple can allow Matter systems to be controlled via homekit (Siri) but not necessarily be part of the homekit ecosystem. I'm not saying definitively that this is the case. I don't know. I'm not looking at things through rose colored glasses based off their history and lack of silence. I suspect that you subconsciously feel the same way; otherwise you wouldn't be worried about a bridge being needed for homekit if apple would play right with everyone else with Matter

It's not you being wrong. It's Apple refusing to open up homekit and play nice. Home ridge (or any bridge for that matter) would be moot if Apple opened up everything to Matter the way it was supposed to be

I highly doubt they will unless apple changes requirements. They've repeatedly stated that the costs and requirements are too much. If apple supports matter in an open manner like everyone else (Google and Amazon), then it won't be an issue.

This is the big question. Some has remained quiet on the subject of Matter and homekit integration. If they follow the protocol properly then yes, fill integration would be possible. However, Apple being Apple; may have some stipulations/limitations

That's why I mentioned they added support. They just haven't been clear on alit of things being saying they'll support it in regards to Matter and homekit compatibility and the level of integration. Them adding it is a great thing but what needs clarification from them is how deep is the integration with homekit will Matter devices have

If everything works the way they claim matter will work then yes you can accomplish what you're looking for. However, apple is the dark horse in all of this since they haven't been clear on their matter plans outside of adding support for it in iOS. Everyone knows Apple always comes with stipulations and with them being quiet - noone can speak on what can be done with something that someone else controls. UDI has added matter compatibility but there are still many variables involved that they won't have control or knowledge over until Matter is actually released.

I've never had a need to try it so i can't answer that. I know I've updated my stick without ilosimg devices. The key is stored in the stick do i doubt it

I'd take their advice and try it. Yes, it's a lot of work but that'll be the only way to get to the bottom of things and solve your issues.

??? If you're supporting matter devices then you're a hub. If you're being supported then youre a device. In regards to apple and homekit that truly remains to be seen as they have not opened up on what their plans fully are outside of them saying they'll support it (and adding it to iOS). Being apple, there will be strings attached I'm sure. However, no one can speak on that until Matter actually comes out and/or apple let's the cat out the bag.

That's the whole premise of Matter

The insteon question was answered in the previous post you posted on. No, matter support is not coming to the 994 as it's eol. Matter support is only for polisy and eisy. You can import your current setup to polisy. There's a polisy sub-forum dedicated to that controller that details people's experiences in addition to additional information. The wiki also has the instructions for doing so (since you have insteon it's pretty much backup and restore)

Yes to both. Follow the instructions on the firmware upgrade page found on under the current release section

I know ge has an open API. Does Frigidaire?

I understand what you're saying. With you having multiples, I would use one or 2 to practice on. Going off Brian H. post, I have my suspicions since he understands the insides of the devices. But if there's a way to work and the original poster isn't around anymore, it's hard to see anyone taking the time in that manner for something with minimal gains for themselves. Especially when there are other alternatives that most are turning to so they aren't caught in a bind again. Unfortunately, from the way it sounds, most likely it's not something that's going to be easily recreated for others to follow suit like recapping (or using a service) can do. For your sake and others in your position, I do hope you or someone does figure out how to make it work and easily replicated by others. It's not a bad idea.

I apologize for thinking you were talking about Nokia hubs. You mentioned being able to use them so i assumed you were referring to those as well. Yes, there would be value in using the standard hub. What would be easier is simply fixing your old PLM. A drop in replacement however does require code not modifying something. Maybe you could try to pm the poster of the hub mod and see if they could provide clearer instructions and give it a go yourself. Hubs are cheap enough on eBay to get a few to practice modding with.

It's faster direct but limited to 5 devices within range (has to be direct device to device communication). Unlike insteon, you wouldn't be able to use direct association if a repeater is required to be in communication with another device. These groupings are good for on/off control of like devices.