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Paul, I think you are correct. My memory vaguely tells me that controlling the heartbeat interval was not an option with that device. Yes, both devices are in areas where communications are stressed. The outbuilding is about 100 feet from the ISY and the front door sensor is in a location where linking was an issue when I set it up. I will probably replace the outbuilding unit with a tag if battery life on those can manage 5 months or so. I will either add a dual band device near the front door or use a tag. I am reluctant to add a dual band device and perhaps then learn that wasn't the problem. I can't use a hidden door sensor at the front door because of its design. Thanks for the help everyone.

I have put the device into linking mode. My problem is the next step. How do I get to the level where I have the option to make changes in settings? It appears I am going to have to delete, factory reset it and re-add. I don't want to do that if there is another way. Thanks.

I haven't done anything like this in a long time. Do I need to place the device in linking mode, delete it, then re-add it in order to get to the setup features?

To monitor door openings I use Hidden Door Sensors and TriigerLincs. The former use batteries sparingly even in highly trafficked areas. I change batteries in these on or about every 12 months. The TriggerLincs, however, in comparison are battery hogs. One of these devices is located on an outbuilding and the door was never opened for 5 months. Nevertheless, the battery did not last 4 months! The other is located on an entry door that sees a relatively low number of openings and the battery in it lasts just a few months. These are high quality lithium batteries, the same as those used in the hidden door sensors. The only thing I see that might contribute to this is the TriggerLincs constantly show a heartbeat in the ISY. Any help with this would be appreciated.

My thanks to both of you. When I arose this morning the program had run! So, it appears that dumb temperature span issue has once again bitten me. I sure hope Smarthome offers a more robust thermostat in the near future. One which reports degree by degree and a much better overall appearance. I will continue my testing of the programs. If this works effectively, it will be very helpful.

Run Then works as it should. Yes, I tried different temperature set points; none worked. Something appears to be incorrect with the Condition.

That same instean device is also controlled by a by a kpl button. Could that be the problem?

I created this program with the stat reading 76 degrees and the fan did not turn on. I checked the fan independent of the program and it works. I have done something wrong with the program. Stat Fan Control On - [iD 000F][Parent 0001] If Status 'Thermostat / Thermostat (Main)' >= 70° (Temperature) Then Set 'Fans / Stove Fan' On Else - No Actions - (To add one, press 'Action')

Larry: I must be using a version of the software that does not have these features. I am using 4.3.26 and my thermostat displays in the Control step as Themostat (Main), Themostat (Cool Ctl) and Themostat (Heat Ctl). Selecting any of these three does not display the options you indicated. What version are you using?

Larry: Please pardon my lack of familiarity with this type of programming but I don't know how to incorporate >= or <= followed by a number into a program. I looked at the Wiki and it made no sense to me.

I use this stat in a vacation home solely to monitor temperature. Heating is provided with a propane-fired stove ignited with a pilot light. I would like to use the stat in the summer to turn on Insteon controlled window fans using a program which turns the fans on when the stat temperature is 80 degrees or greater and off when the stat temperature is 75 degrees or less. Is that possible?

Update. Received the repair kit and completed the repair. My only problem was the extremely tiny screws. My thanks to everyone.

Thanks, J_Barrett. I thought I was using the correct procedure but eyesight is not very good. I have done this before and I have always considered the procedure risky. I have already ordered a couple replacements each in 6-button and 8-button formats.

Done. Thanks, all.

Thanks, Brian. Will do.

Thanks for the feedback. Here are the photos. I think. When adding the Fan High button I heard a snapping sound and found the small piece of clear plastic on the floor. Note, the button does not seat correctly. I really appreciate you guys taking the time to help me sort this out.

The procedure for posting images has changed since I last used it. I have the photos just don't know how to add them tp a post.

I think I may not have been clear as to what happened. The button is not broken, The frame into which the button steps had one side break. The piece that broke off is clear. It looks to me like there is a frame into which the buttons snap.

I was installing custom buttons on a KPL and while popping off the old buttons I damaged one of frame that the button snaps onto. Bummer! The button works but one corner is not snapped down. Is that repairable w/o having to get a new KPL?

If you are referring to remote access by MobiLinc, for example, my lousy zth only updates, if I recall correctly, when the temp changes by 2 degrees! I use Honeywell stats at home and the zth at a vacation home. I only use the zth to notify me if the heating system has failed. I have to reboot it about every 30 or so days for it to perform at all. I am going to supplement it with a Cao tag in the next couple of weeks. I have tested these tags here at home and found them to be accurate (once calibrated) and dependable. I can have them send notifications when the temp does not meet predefined criteria plus I can see the temp immediately by accessing them on my iPhone. I also use them to determine when my postal mail has been delivered here and at the vacation home. IMO Smarthome needs to do some major rework on their stats in the area of performance, reliability and appearance.

Have you tried factory resetting it?

I have researched this application several times and I have found no way it can be done, at least not with my unit. Any time the power to the unit is interrupted it must be restored manually. In my situation by pressing a button on the unit. I have a propane furnace that is started electronically and it requires the same.

At the risk of suffering unnecessarily, I must report on experimention with the Cao tags and a tag manager for a few weeks. I am impressed with these tiny devices. They are inexpensive and they do some amazing (for me) things. They have given me an easy way to be notified of postal mail delivery, humidity under my home and a backup device to report temperature from a remote location where I currently use a wireless Inseon thermostat (unreliable) for that task. I plan to use one in my attic this summer. I currently use an Insteon water sensor in an AC drip pan located in the attic and it has performed flawlessly in those temperatures. The setup of the tags is astoundingly simple. Are there more robust long-term solutions? Sure, but not everyone has the technological expertise nor the physical ability to install or manage those alternatives. For me the tags appear to be an ideal solution. I say go with whatever floats your boat.

More tests today. I discovered that I could increase the signal strength from the tag. I did that and placed the tag inside the mailbox. That test failed. I then taped the tag over a piece of cardboard and placed it on the inside of the mailbox door. The tag armed but performance was very unreliable. I then taped the tag to the front of the mailbox and over the cardboard. Seems to be performing well. Setup is ugly and will probably frighten the carrier! Will report as tests continue. Do you know of anyone who has painted a tag successfully. The tag is white and the box black.

I went to the thread and read it in its entirety. For the most part, it is as you would say "above my pay grade"! The programming necessary to facilitate communication with the ISY exceeds my abilities. I will continue to monitor the thread because I am very impressed with the tags. Their range, their amazing ease of setup and their ability to address some thermal monitoring issues I have make them something I must thoroughly investigate. Obviously, the technology is there so I can only wonder at Smarthome's failure to create a line of products to fill this niche.