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Sorry. I must not be asking this question properly. Let me rephrase it.... I'm looking to "Reset" the low battery node automatically once my battery has been changed, using a program. Below is what I use to keep track of battery changes in motion sensors. I started doing this because some battery operated devices were depleting batteries too fast. MSS Front Porch Outside Batteries Changed On This Day - [ID 02E2][Parent 028A] If - No Conditions - (To add one, press 'Schedule' or 'Condition') Then Send Notification to 'Default' content 'MSS Battery Changed' Wait 10 seconds $MSS_Front_Porch_Outside_Low_Bat = 0 $MSS_Front_Porch_Outside_Low_Bat Init To 0 Else - No Actions - (To add one, press 'Action') I run this program after I change a battery in a motion sensor to send me an email recording the date and time. I save this in my email for future reference. That way I know how often I'm changing out the battery. (BTW, I do this for all battery operated devices). For some that I feel are killing batteries, I set up a cycle counter to see how many cycles I get for the lifetime of the battery. I would like to add another line to this program to query the motion sensor's low battery node to reset it. (I do forget to Query this node manually) Is this possible using Firmware\UI v4.7.3 or do I need to upgrade to a newer Beta Firmware??? Thanks again, PhanTomiZ

I have the notification for low battery. I sometimes forget to query the low battery node after changing the battery. Looking for an automated way of doing this.

Hello, Is it possible to automated the querying of the low battery node for an old version of Insteon Motion Sensor? I sometimes forget to query the low battery node after changing the battery and could use an automated way of doing this. Thanks PhanTomiZ

Just to add a little off topic. If you want a complete list of your programs? Click "Programs" Click "Details" Right Click "My Programs" Copy Folder to Clipboard Then Paste this into any of your favourite text editors or Word PhanTomiZ

Hello, Is there a list of keyboard shortcuts that can be used with the Admin Console? I'd like to be able to open the Programs Tab without using the mouse. Thanks PhanTomiZ

Hi, A little late to the party but..... I just bit the bullet and installed one for my front door. Open/Close sensor just didn't want to work right considering the sizing of door frames and such. Not to mention I didn't want to drill the hole. I had to trim the plunger inside the device for it to work just right for my door. I don't have much of a gap between the door and the sensor. This sensor is used to make sure the door is completely closed before trying to lock the door using an Auto door lock program. To the chase....I've been using mine now for a month and have found some strange things with the Heartbeat node. First the HB node is selectable between 5 minutes and 21 hours and 15 minutes. I've selected 21 hours to try and keep it close to other devices that use HB. I can get a HB signal anywhere from 10 minutes to 2 hours after the 21 hours. So, if I set my heartbeat program to notify 1 hour after not receiving a HB (my standard time for devices with HB), I will get a HB notification. Not what I want. Questions: 1) Because the HB signal is not being send out consistently, would it not be better to use the Low Bat node instead? 2) Does the Low Bat node work? Have people used this with success? 3) Why have both Low Bat and Hearbeat nodes? Maybe one works better than the other, like in my case? 4) Would battery longevity be greater if only 1 node is selected (Open or Close) in the options of the device? Just trying to see what other have experienced with this device. Thanks PhanTomiZ P.S. closest dual band devices are 3', 5' and 6' away.

Thanks for the prompt response, but I was hoping I missed something and was able to do it through the ISY as I do with the On/Off modules.

Just installed 4 Lamplinc Dimmers in a Master Bedroom. They are plugged into a single power bar. The light emitting from the status LEDs is bothering my sleep. How do I dim the status LED on a Lamplinc using ISY? The On/Off modules have tabs to accomplish this but not the Lamplincs. Thanks PhanTomiZ

I may have misunderstood your questions. How about pasting your program and we'll see.

Hi Sunset +30 is 30 minutes after sunset. One shot deal every day . PhanTomiZ

Hi, Insteon Micro Dimmer or Open/Close would work too. I use the motor control because I purchased it on ebay for $21 and I like having the option of using it for both if needed. PhanTomiZ

HI, I have gone through two insteon bulbs now. Both installed above the stove. Heat and humidity definitely the problem. About 1.5 years apart. Because I can't use an insteon switchlinc (Exhaust fan & light have hardwired rocker switches), I've opted to use a micro open/close motor control module (only because it was cheap, a flexible alternative and I didn't need dimming functions). It tucks away nicely with the fan wiring connections (box). Now I can install that 25W, 50W or 100W equivalent $1 LED bulb with no worries of ever replacing a $25 smart bulb two or more times. PhanTomiZ

I'm not a wizard, but I try and start with easiest and simplest way as I tweek it into more complicated iterations. I use two seperate programs to accomplish getting rid of excess humidity in my basement bathroom. Program 1 If humidity >50% and temperature >50° Turn on the dehumidifier Program 2 If humidity <46% Turn off dehumidifier PhanTomiZ

I have 2 I/O links. One for garage and one that resets my computer when it locks up. I use 2 programs to automatically close my garage door. This is not a popular solution by most here on this forum, but it works best for me. 1 for night and 1 for day. Identical programs, except for the time to close is different. I use a couple of so called safeties. Use motion detection, 30 second beeping alarm before the door closes and flashing of the lights. Oh yea, texts to all involved when the door fails to close (object has fallen and in the way) My original problem was having the garage door open all night because some family member forgot to close it before retiring to bed. BTW, I may have been of those members too. Also, very reliable in keeping the door closed. Sometimes, too reliable. PhanTomiZ

I'm away for the season and this is the first time this has happened. Unfortunately it happened while away. Just checked and still good after my reboot 2 days ago. I'll keep an eye on it. Thanks for the input. Merry Christmas and Happy New year. PhanTomiZ

Thanks for the info. ISY has been very reliable and can count on one hand how many times I've cycled power not realizing the reboot function. Merry Christmas PhanTomiZ

Found the reboot option under my nose. Did a remote reboot. Now the time is good. Still would like to know what to errors mean.

Hello, ISY has been not quite right with devices going on and off at wrong times of the day and night. I am not home at the moment. I decided to check the ISY system clock and sure enough it's off by 1 day and several hours. Everytime I try to synchronize the time, manually set time or set date, I get the above error and it won't set. Anyone know what this error means? Also is there a way to restart the ISY remotely? Thanks in advance PhanTomiZ

Good tech support and great return policy. Prices are not as impressive. Location for me is perfect. I had to return a zwave smart switch twice. No questions asked on the return of both within a week apart.

I've been using these with much success and 6 sensors to boot!

Thanks I'll look at it.

Darn, just noticed that. I put it in my cart and was going to look at it tomorrow. Not the wireless version.

Thanks for the Amazon tip...

Hi, Was looking online and trying to get ready for Black Friday. It looks like Smarthome is not selling the wireless version of the thermostat. Has it been discontinued??? PhanTomiZ

Hi, This is what all my Triggerlinc/Open/Closed sensors look like in the Admin Console. The Closed nodes do nothing, AFAIK. All my programs/scenes are triggered off the Open node (the only one that changes state other than the Heartbeat). Logic has to follow the Opened node. If the door is not opened then it must be closed. If I'm wrong and then I haven't figured it out yet, then maybe someone can chime in. PhanTomiZ P.S. the nodes that are blank other than the Closed nodes show blank because they have yet to be triggered after an ISY reboot. As you can see below, there are two devices that have yet to be triggered. FYI...Furnace RM Door is an Triggerlinc that has no heartbeat. 1. Utility Power Resumed 2. Front Door Sensor (this one is sitting on my shelf in which I've linked it to the ISY, but have yet to install it so it hasn't been triggered...