MikeB

I'm happy to report that I have a LampLinc with a rev 4.3 sticker (firmware reported as v33 in the ISY) that is also a controller - it reports state changes when the load sensing feature turns ON/OFF. If you have a LampLinc with firmware v33 or higher, it should support this as well. Full support from the ISY will come with a future firmware update. In the meantime, however, you can utilize this functionality in the ISY if you add the device manually (via Insteon address) and force the device type to a 2476D SwitchLinc Dimmer.

So, if you just want to control the heater via Insteon, but want to avoid local control altogether, why not use an InlineLinc in one of those tabletop enclosures?

I guess it depends on the wife.

Try adding: Set xx.xx.xx Off to the ELSE path.

Glad to hear. FYI, if you forward port 80 to the ISY that would work using HTTP://, but port 80 is more likely to be blocked by your ISP. HTTP is also not encrypted, so we do not recommend it in most circumstances.

True, but also the most reliable way. Keep in mind that if your drapes are controlled by some other method, or the ISY is rebooted, you won't be guaranteed to know the state of the drapes. Might not be a big deal for you, but for example something like a garage door I would want an actual sensor.

This program might be exactly what you want, but personally I'd probably do it a different way. There are two things I don't like about the program: 1 - Because you have no way of knowing WHEN someone changes the thermostat, you're resetting exactly every hour. If your intention is to allow someone to set it cooler for up to an hour, consider the possibility that someone could change the temp and then 10 seconds later, at your scheduled time, the setpoint would revert back to your default setting. 2 - You are sending commands to your thermostat every hour even if it hasn't been changed. Assuming you have a program running to query your thermostat periodically, such as this: If From 12:00:00AM For 24 hours Then Repeat Every 15 minutes Wait 10 minutes Set 'Thermostat - 1st Floor' Query Set 'Thermostat - 2nd Floor' Query Else - No Actions - (To add one, press 'Action') I would do the following instead: If Program 'Office Work Hours' is False And ( Status 'Thermostat - 1st Floor' is not Mode Cool Or Status 'Thermostat - 1st Floor' is not 85° (Setpoint) ) Then Wait 1 hour Set 'Thermostat - 1st Floor' Mode Cool Set 'Thermostat - 1st Floor' 85° (Cool Setpoint) Else - No Actions - (To add one, press 'Action') ..and duplicate the above for your 2nd floor thermostat. This may or may not be what you want, but just a suggestion.

Newer ISY firmware now uses standard port #s by default, so you will need to change the port forwarding in your router. We recommend forwarding port 443 to your ISY, since this ensures a secure connection from your remote location. You'll also need to create a certificate. See this article for more details: http://www.universal-devices.com/mwiki/ ... o_Your_ISY Once you correctly forward port 443 to your ISY, you should be able to connect using your external IP address (or DynDNS address if you prefer), but be sure to use HTTPS:// and not HTTP://. If you try all this and it does not work, it's possible that your ISP is blocking certain traffic to your home (because they don't want you to host your own web server). If that's the case, you could try configuring the ISY for a non-standard port. Use the Advanced Configuration guide that Rand linked you to to change the port via TELNET. For example, change the HTTPS port to something like 555 (whatever you prefer). Be sure to update your router's port forward after configuring the ISY and try again. Your URL would then have to be appended with :555. So, for example, it might be: https://myisy.dyndns.com:555 Please let us know how you make out.

I hope so too! If you're so inclined, drop them an email and let them know.

How about using the sensor input on the IOLinc with some sort of contact closure?

Yes, they can be detected just like any other Insteon button press. When writing your program, consider using CONTROL and not status.

This is an issue typically caused by firewall/anti-virus software on your PC blocking the ISY from doing it's work. Please check out this forum for more information: http://forum.universal-devices.com/viewforum.php?f=3

Hi Eric - It's tightly integrated in that the IR codes listed in the Harmony software match the ISY's default IR codes by name. So, for example, when configuring the Harmony you choose the ISY as the device and map, say, IR code IR_005 to a particular button on your remote (through their easy-to-use web-based interface). In the ISY, you simply create a program saying, for example, if IR code IR_005 is pressed, turn on the "Movie Scene". If 40 codes is sufficient for your install, there is no longer a need to learn/teach codes to and from your ISY and Harmony remote. It's all drag/drop/pulldown.

The extension cord would provide you with a female end to attach to the LOAD of the SwitchLinc. By default, this enclosure does not support a load.

The ISY-99 (with integrated IR) is now listed as a device on Harmony's online database. So, if you're running ISY firmware 2.7.1 or higher, IR setup is now a snap with the Harmony or any remote able to import a CCF file. See this post for more details: http://forum.universal-devices.com/viewtopic.php?t=2438

Firmware v85 does correct an issue cause by a high # of links. Given the fact that you had upwards of 1700 links in your PLM I'd say replacing w your PLM with a v85 is solid advice. That being said Michel has suggested you find a way to reduce the # of links you are creating in your PLM. The ISY is more than capable, but you MAY be reaching a limit to what the PLM can handle. To be honest, I'm not sure I've seen reports of anyone with that high # of links.

Could you copy your program into your clipboard and paste it into a post for us to see?

Not that I'm aware of. I have heard rumors that some of the newer devices do broadcast status changes, but I haven't been able to confirm that here. If you don't mind a small mount of DIY work, you could install a SwitchLinc Relay into a tabletop enclosure like this: http://www.smarthome.com/2402WH/Tableto ... ite/p.aspx Chop up an extension cord and you could build your own tabletop controller for any plug-in device.

Hi Eric - I think the majority of the remotes out there will do what you need. The Harmony line of remotes is known for their ease-of-setup. If you haven't, consider checking out www.remotecentral.com which has a lot of information on universal remote controls.

Hi Eric - Could you give some specifics on what you're trying to accomplish?

I'm just curious - any reason you want to use the set button to turn the ApplianceLinc on? Or are you using load sensing?

Hi Chuck - As Michel suggested I would update to the latest firmware. If the devices show a 0 on level and 9 min ramp rate it indicates we were not able to get good information the last time we tried to query the devices. Manually querying each device, as you mentioned, fixes the status. Update to the latest firmware, then check your devices after the ISY reboot and make sure the levels look OK. If they do, check them again after the next 3am query to ensure they still look OK.

Instead of turning on the ApplianceLinc in your program, turn on the entire scene which should contain both your ApplianceLinc and KeypadLinc button.

AccessPoints are required for Insteon RF devices, and/or for Insteon devices to communicate with eachother between different power legs in your home. If you're looking to couple both X10 AND Insteon, and don't mind hardwiring a coupler, maybe something like this might be better: http://www.smarthome.com/2406H/SignaLin ... red/p.aspx Then you could add an AcessPoint, if needed, for JUST RF devices.

My 1st example is still controllable by another switch. It simply turns ON 20 minutes after sunset and OFF at 10pm. It doesn't care what happens in between. In my 2nd example, if my front door lights are turned OFF between those times, the ISY will turn them back ON.