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(Reply edited 3/13/14): I have discovered an issue with the Micro Module Dimmer - 2442-222 and ISY994i/IR. The Momentary/Latching switch and Single/Double Momentary modes are not "correctly(edit)" programmed from the ISY management console, Micro Dimmer Device, "Device Options" dialog window. I have tried this on 3 Micro Module Dimmers and the only way I could initially get the motion sensor to control either unit correctly was to manually program the module for latch mode even though the module default mode is latching mode. Also, so the motion sensor input is always a normal toggle switch input (yellow wire) the 3-way toggle mode needed to be manually disabled. Also, the Query does not "correctly(edit)" report the actual modes manually programmed. (Edit 3/12/14): - I discovered by testing the Micro Dimmer Module's and ISY programming functions "Latching (off)Momentary" and "Single Line (off)Dual Line" check box functions are reversed. So for latching mode the "Latching" box must be unchecked and for "Single Line" the box must be unchecked, however the "Line High always on" works correctly so if you want to disable the module's 3-way switch function the box must be checked!! At first I though I had a problem with either the line and/or wireless communication or the RAB Mini output did not switch low enough (30vac OFF and 120Vac ON with out a bulb connected - see update below for motion sensor output fix) but I made sure that was not the issue by setting up the RAB Mini Motion sensor with the Micro Dimmer next to an Access Point and all devices communicate back to the PLM. Once the Micro Dimmer module is manually configured as a latching switch with 3-way disabled the motion sensor controls the light and programming can also enhance the motion sensor control without the control and/or program control logic becoming reversed. (Edit added): Also, setting the ISY - Micro Dimmer Module - Device Option with "Latching" unchecked and "Line High always ON" checked sets the module correctly for Latching with 3-way disabled. Update for using the Mini RAB SMS500 Motion Sensor with the Micro Module Dimmer. I added a series 600 ohm resister + .1 microfarad capacitor (snubber network) between the Motion Sensor relay output/ sense #1 input to Neutral as a load. Problem Details: While I was troubleshooting another problem with Event Viewer I noticed both Micro Module Dimmers were intermittently sending out bursts of DOF = 0; sometimes as often as every second for several minutes. Since the SMS500 has some sort of network around the internal dry contact relay the OFF (open circuit) Vac on the relay output is 30-42 Vac and I anticipate this is making the Micro Module sense #1 input (yellow wire) trigger as though the motion sensor is repeatedly turning OFF. Fix Details: I installed a snubber network devices I had in my parts bins (series 600 ohm + .1 microfarad cap/600V) from the motion sensor relay output/sense #1 input to neutral. The snubber's 60 Hz impedance is 28k ohms and that was sufficient to reduce the motion sensor output/sensor #1 input to 2.5 Vac. This snubber network power draw is 1/2 watt when the motion sensor relay is ON and negligible power when relay is off. Once the snubber was wired in the DOF=0 from the Micro Module Dimmers stopped completely and after 10 hours of monitoring the Event Viewer I have yet to see a single rogue DOF=0 from either Micro Module Dimmer.

Most standard motion sensor controlled outdoor fixtures have a feature to override the motion sensor until Dawn by turning the fixture power switch off and on several times with in a specific period, i.e., 3 times in 5 seconds. You will want to check the instruction for your motion sensor override feature. Once you have the override specification you could replace the fixture switch with a Insteon 2477S or 2466D ON/OFF Switch module and write a program to control that module from a separate KeyPad, remote control, in a scene or you could just do it manually from the fixture switch. Also check my post: "Quest for a better Outdoor Motion Sensor" http://forum.universal-devices.com/viewtopic.php?f=26&t=13674 I'm using a RAB Mini (run of the mill) motion sensor and it is used as a "Momentary" trigger for the Micro Dimmer Module (2442-222) and the programming controls the variable ON times, variable brightness levels and alternate scene control. With this setup I will have a outdoor fixture with; Dusk/Dawn Motion Sensor control along with variable ON times and brightness levels, ramping and include the fixture in other outdoor scenes. The simplest option is to use the Micro Dimmer in "Latch" mode where the motion sensor controls the ON time with a set brightness level and the programming only controls the fixture in alternate scenes. . Currently, I have a communication problem (all metal boxes in my home) that is causing the fixture not to perform as programmed so I am getting more Access Points to bridge the metal Box house wiring issue. Also, look at the discontinued Heath/Zenith Motion Sensor Flood light kit (2494MSWH) with a discontinued Insteon In-Line On/Off Switch with Sense (2475S2) module. http://www.smarthome.com/2494MSWH/In-LineLinc-Relay-INSTEON-Motion-Sensor-Floodlight-Kit-White/p.aspx

Thanks for the reply, Wouldn't the Latching/Single configuration setup the Micro Dimmer so the motion sensor controlled the ON duration? Latching input configuration is a viable option but may interfere with the control logic. In latching mode will the program command(s) override the local Switch position/input? i.e., the motion sensor times out and the ISY program wants the light to stay on. I want the motion sensor to only turn the Micro Dimmer ON and only the YSI programming can turn the Micro Dimmer ON or OFF. Anybody know the period for the switch momentary tap to become a Press & Hold (Brighten/Dim) control?

So I took a run of the mill 115Vac powered Motion Sensor and Insteon 2442-222 Micro Dimmer. I have yet to ring out all the programming issues or have a reliable Motion Light so I am wondering if someone has already tried this and/or can point me in the right direction. I wired the Motion Sensor control output (red wire) to the #1 sense input (yellow wire) for a Micro Dimmer and the Micro Dimmer output powers the light. I added the Micro Dimmer to my ISY and set the option configuration to "Momentary (Latch-unchecked) and Single Line (checked). I set the Motion Sensor output timer to the minimum (5 seconds) for the momentary input for the #1 sense ON input. Questions: 1) Will this pairing function as I anticipate? i.e., switch ON the Micro Dimmer from motion sensor (5 second ON duration) and the ability to fully control the Micro Dimmer output after the Motion Sensor has switched ON the Micro Dimmer? 2) Will Using the control off for the Micro Dimmer reset the Momentary ON (#1 sense input - yellow wire)? My logic is the Motion Sensor switches ON the Micro Dimmer and YSI programming controls the Micro Dimmer ON duration, ON/OFF ramp, scene level %, and with the ability to control the Micro Dimmer from other Insteon devices in a non-motion sensor scene. Thanks