DennisC

I recently started looking at it.

@bpwwer, sometimes when you create something, it is hard to evaluate if everything is included/covered. We (human mind) tend to fill in the gaps as we read when we know the topic matter. Don't get me wrong, I think the documentation you have created is great, from the perspective of already knowing how it's done. When you are just starting out, the step by step roadmap you created above is extremely helpful, at least to me. Thank you

Yes, it is extremely helpful and I appreciate you taking the time to spell it out for me. I have read some of the documents and think they will be helpful. Polisy is what I will be attempting this on. While I would not ask this of anyone, I think there would be some interest in a one time Zoom session (maybe recorded so it is available for review) that takes you through the process of creating a simple plugin, or maybe just walks through one of the example plugins. I very much appreciate you taking the time to explain all of this.

I am not sure I follow how you restored ISY backup from PG3? Correct procedure is a little different depending on if you have only Insteon, ZWave, or both. You need to read and follow the directions. Here are the migration directions: https://wiki.universal-devices.com/index.php?title=Eisy:User_Guide#Migration In addition, if you have Insteon, you require a USB PLM or an adapter cable. If you have ZWave, are you using UD ZMatter dongle?

Try power cycling your ISY.

I can use all the help I can get! As I explained above, I was looking more for the steps that need to be completed, rather than how to do the steps. I very much appreciate you taking the time to make these, and for reposting them so I can benefit from your tutorials. Thank you.

Hi Bob, I fully understand what you are saying. I wasn't suggesting a step by step procedure on how to program. I was suggesting a high level snapshot of how to setup to create the plugin's using UD's tools. I feel that is what is missing. Learning a programming language is a lot easer today then it was when you did it. There are plenty of tutorials and guides for each language, that wasn't what I was looking for. I have read some of the available documentation for creating a plugin and I think it will be most helpful during the actual development process. Before getting to that, however, you need to complete certain steps that I haven't been able to find documentation for. As an example, I have a spare Polisy that I planned to use to attempt a plugin development with. I know to click on the Developers tab and add that. There information there that will be helpful, but what I feel is missing is where to go from there. What is the next step before starting to code. Not so much a step by step of the development process, but more of a high level guide on what steps need to be taken prior to coding, followed by high level goals or milestones. Not so much the how to setup and develop but the "what must be done" to setup & develop. I hope that makes sense and is somewhat clear.

Thanks for reposting, I will watch as soon as I can. One of the things UD is missing, is a video demonstration of how to get setup and started to developing a node server/plugin. If you haven't done it before, its hard to understand how to get started. Hoping this fills the gap.

I just sat down to watch your video and see it is unavailable. Too bad, I was interested in seeing how to get started.

Once you get eisy to your portal account, migrating of plugins, formerly node servers is explained here: https://wiki.universal-devices.com/index.php?title=Eisy:User_Guide#Migrating_Node_Servers_to_PG3x

If I understand you correctly, I believe you are interested in setting up custom notification substitutions. Take a look at this: https://wiki.universal-devices.com/index.php?title=ISY-994i_Series:EMail_and_Networking_Substitution_Variables Specifically, the following: For example ${sys.node.11 22 AA 1.name} would use the name of the device node whose address is 11 22 AA 1 Instead of specifying a fixed address, the special character # may be used to reference the element in the event that caused the program to run. (Does not work in network resources) For example, if a status event for node 11 22 AA 1 caused a program to run, then ${sys.node.#.name} would use 11 22 AA 1 as the address.

Zwave can add several nodes, some of which don't work with ISY. To help sort it out, right click on a device and look for group devices. Group only appears for the main node. That will arrange sub nodes under the main node. From your screenshot, the ZW's are in the name, not the address. The name can be anything you want. Typically, unused nodes can be placed in a folder and labeled so you know they are not in use. If you delete them, they usually return.

It might be time to give UD Mobile a try. It is actively being developed with great support.

I suggest you reach out to the developer. Include the log packages in a private message to him. Not sure if this is a plugin or PG3 issue.

I suggest you download a log package and send it in a private message to the plugin developer for his input.

The expired plugin will most likely remain in the purchased list. After purchasing the Ecobee plugin, did you go ahead and install it? Click the Re-install button on the line that indicates never in the expired column. Then install the plugin in the same slot. You need to scroll down the next page to see that option.

Did you try deleting your state files and disabling antivirus? You will probably need to follow the directions here: https://wiki.universal-devices.com/index.php?title=Main_Page#Changed_ISP.2FRouter_-_Can_no_longer_access_ISY First, try this: Cannot find Valid Java Home This issue usually happens on Windows and when you have had multiple versions of Java installed especially the older version. What you need to do: Clear your java cache Uninstall all versions of Java using the Control Panel | Add/Remove Programs Delete these directories (if they exist): C:\Program Files\Java C:\Program Files\Oracle C:\Program Files(x86)\Java C:\Program Files(x86)\Oracle C:\Program Files (x86)\Common Files\Java C:\Program Files (x86)\Common Files\Oracle Delete the following directories (if the exist): Open file explorer and click in the tree to reach c:\users\<username>\AppData\ Search for "java" (note: other windows settings and preferences for your user determine where "Java" folders get created. (generally they appear under "sun" and "oracle" folders.) Open Search or click "Windows/Start" button: In the search box, type Environment and choose Edit the System environment Variables Click Environment Variables Under User variables for <username> Click on the Path | Edit and then delete all occurrences of Java and Oracle If you see JAVA_PATH, click on it and then click the Delete button Under System variables Click on the Path | Edit and then delete all occurrences of Java and Oracle If you see JAVA_PATH, click on it and then click the Delete button Click the OK button (3 times to get out of "System Properties") Reboot your computer Reinstall Java 64bit version If you were running the 32bit (x86) version of Java you might need these additional steps after reinstalling Java 64bit version: Open Search or click "Windows/Start" button: In the search box, type Environment and choose Edit the System environment Variables Click Environment Variables Under "System variables" Click "New..." For "Variable name:" type JAVA_HOME (ALL CAPS) For "Variable value:" enter the directory for your new Java install Example: C:\Program Files\Java\jre-#.# [NOTE: #'s will be current version just installed] You can click "Browse Directory.." to find the directory or type or paste it in the entry field. Click OK Find "PATH" (still under System Variables) Click "Edit..." Click "New" Enter: %JAVA_HOME%\bin Pay attention to CAPS Click "OK" (total of 3 times to exit "System Properties" Reboot your computer To confirm Java is on the system start Command Prompt or PowerShell and type java -version. You should get a result similar to: java version "1.8.0_371" Java(TM) SE Runtime Environment (build 1.8.0_371-b11) Java HotSpot(TM) 64-Bit Server VM (build 25.371-b11, mixed mode) IoX Launcher should be able to launch correctly every time now. If you still have issues please file a support ticket. Windows should update these entries as Java updates, but should you have issues you might need to update the JAVA_HOME directory above.

Was your router changed also? You might want to clear your state files and see if that helps: https://wiki.universal-devices.com/index.php?title=Main_Page#Admin_Console_Minimized/Invisible_and_Cannot_be_Restored After clearing your Java cache, download: https://isy.universal-devices.com/start.jnlp Are you on Windows or Mac? Here are some other steps to try: 1. Turn off antivirus programs. 2. Admin.jnlp does not start the Admin Console If Java is indeed installed, the reason is that .jnlp file association is broken (it has to point to javaws.exe). Search for javaws.exe in the computer. Right mouse click and select "Open with" and point to "javaws.exe" to fix the .jnlp file association.

Did you try excluding before trying to include? Try adding with the event log open and set to level3. It might give you a hint to what is going on.

If the purchased license doesn't carry over to what you have installed, you can go to Purchase tab and install the purchased version, using the same slot.

If you use the UD Portal and UD Mobile, notifications of disconnected plugins is a built in feature.

Sounds like another program is in play. Try using the search function to see if the device is listed in another program. Right click on programe name and select find/replace. If there is nothing else involved, I would suggest recreating the scene paying close attention to @Geddy comment above about controller of scene. FYI, here is a guide of examples you can use: http://www.universal-devices.com/docs/production/The+ISY994+Home+Automation+Cookbook.pdf

For "Set Icon Color to" did you type in Red? I thought the field only used Hex Colors? At least, that is what I use.

Try restore device for each individual device in case the links are crossed.

Other then directing you to the instructions, we can not offer suggestions unless you tell us the steps you followed. Here are the instructions: https://wiki.universal-devices.com/index.php?title=UD_Mobile Some directions might be different for iOS vs Android, so double check.