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I focused on one scene (All Accent Lights) and looked at every device in it. I did a Show Device Links Table, and compared it to the ISY Links Table. If there was a conflict, I restored the device and retested. I then did a Restore Link between Device & Controller for every device in that scene. I then re-ran the scene test, and all devices still fail. ??

Hum, even a brand new out-of-the-box device that I just added (Accent Spot Light - Dual band Lamp module) is failing the scene test. I took a failing scene (All Accent Lights) and selected "restore link between Accent Spot Light and controller" for that scene. It still fails the scene test. (I also did a restore PLM earlier) I then compared Device & ISY links tables and found a Mismatch in 'Accent Spot Light', so I restored this (brand new) device. Now the compare is identical. I re-ran the scene test, and all devices (including Accent Spot Light) failed. Again, please note that the devices are successfully turning on & off, its just the scene test that fails. I did carefully ensure all devices were restored after I replaced the PLM earlier in the year. I'm very concerned that every device shows failing in large scenes, such as "Off at midnight" (31 devices) or "Away Turn Off" (36 devices).

Okay, Thanks - I've run several show PLM Link Table commands, and occasionally get a different count. So that's an indication the PLM is failing? I have one of the new PLM's that I beta tested, but I removed it from service because they are not compatible with the original RemoteLincs, and I didn't want to dispose of mine. Link Tests: Highest number shown in the window / Count 573/575 53/54 446/447 445/447 445/447 445/447 445/447 445/447 445/447 129/131 445/447

After restart, 575 links. System Status shows Active with Total 987 MB... Still showing Failed for all devices in Scene test, so I did a restore PLM. Even after, all devices are failing Scene tests. Disturbing... The only thing I didn't do was put battery operated devices into linking mode - too many devices, and they're scattered all around (basement, mailbox, barn, upstairs, garage, etc.)

When I press "Start", it seems to pause for 15 seconds or so, then the Start button reappears. But nothing shows up, it's still a blank blue window (with buttons) even after around 5 minutes. Clicking "Count" returns a value of zero. Also tried a System Status, but it looks to me like it's saying there's no memory, or is that only if you add on a memory card? Active: No Total: 0 MB Reserved: 0 MB Bad: 0 B Free: 0 MB I'm going to try rebooting everything and see if that helps. I had already cleared Java, and also tried running Admin Console on 2 different computers.

[iSY994i 4.3.10 with Dual-Band PLM] In troubleshooting a light (I had mislabeled in the ISY), I ran a scene test. ALL Devices failed with every test (Mostly dual-band On/Off or Dimmer modules). The lights turn On/Off okay during the test, but everything fails, always. I found this to be true with almost every scene, unless it was very small, like 2 devices. Does Scene Test only work on the smallest of scenes, or is this an indication I may have a serious com issue all through the house? I have 58 Insteon devices, most of which are dual-band. I was also able to turn on the scene, query it, turn off & re-query to confirm the devices were in the correct state.

Thank you!

I'm looking at possibly purchasing the 2441TH SmartHome Insteon Thermostat... but wondered what kind of programming options the ISY has available for it? Does anyone have a screen capture? For example, could I have a RemoteLinc and press Bright to bump the temp up a degree, or tap dim 3 times to drop the temp 3 degrees? Thanks!

Great - I knew it could be done, just wasn't sure what I had done wrong. Thank you, Lee!

I thought anytime an IF became false, the program should become false and run the ELSE statement? For the example below, if the Den Light is switched On then Off (while the program is still running), shouldn't it become false and run ELSE? What if the program is not running, and I turn the Den Light Off.... should that cause it to evaluate the statement and run the ELSE? With the following program, I can find no situation where the ELSE statement runs (Off, Fast-On/Off, Dim/Bright...) If Control 'Upstairs / Den / Light' is switched On Then Wait 10 seconds Set 'Upstairs / Den / Light' 36% Else Set 'Upstairs / Master Bedroom / Bedroom Light' On

Thank you!

I have quite a few people in my ISY email "contact" list. I've created my first multi-person "distribution lists" (with comma separation), and I wanted to test those new additions to see if they work -- but first I want to verify this "TEST" button will only send to the highlighted group that I'm testing, and NOT all groups & recipients in my entire ISY address book. Can anyone verify what the "TEST" button does? Thanks!

Thanks Lee- that's what I've done & it works, I just didn't think I would have to do that. I thought it would use the device's ramp rate.

I have a LampLinc programmed for a 2-Sec. Ramp Rate in the ISY. I have a Scene with a 2-Minute Ramp Rate for that same LampLinc. My motion sensor controls two programs. Motion-On turns my light on to 50% at the 2-sec ramp rate. Motion-Off turns light off by a scene ramp rate of 2-minutes. The problem is that sometimes the light turns on at the 2-minute ramp rate (Not what I want), and sometimes at the 2-second ramp rate (what I want). I think it's happening when the light is not yet at the end of it's 2-minute-off ramp and receives an ON command... then it turns on using the Scene ramp rate, rather than the LampLinc's ramp rate. Is this normal? I guess I should use a second Scene to "force" the LampLinc to always use a 2-second On time? Thanks... If Status 'Sensors / Motion Sensor #1' is On Then Set 'Lighting / Living Room Lamp' 50% Else - No Actions - (To add one, press 'Action') If Status 'Sensors / Motion Sensor #1' is Off Then Set Scene 'Scenes / Living Room Lamp - 2 Min Fade' Off Else - No Actions - (To add one, press 'Action')

You are correct; MS is awaiting updates. Thank you!

I just saw this happen again, so here are some more details. I changed the LED brightness on a KeypadLinc. After it saved the changes, it popped up, "Failed Communicating With: Cannot Communicate With Porch Motion Sensor(xx xx xx x). Please check connections." I was unable to reproduce this by duplicating the process. I also tried it on another KeypadLinc, which also has a LED status indicator for that same motion sensor; again, no pop-up.

When opening the Admin Console, I often get a pop-up saying ISY can't communicate with a Motion Sensor. What is that an indication of? I thought MS's only communicated one way - Sense motion & send a command to ISY. Thanks!

I just checked Weatherbug for zip code 01840 (Lawrence, Massachusetts) and it is showing Light= 61.7, and Light Rate=2 ... So at least you know that site is broadcasting light data.

Thanks - So if a program is set to run at startup, the trigger is the ISY startup, and it will evaluate integer variables in the IF statement as either true (Run THEN) or false (Run ELSE). But you still need the startup to evalute a "true" or "False" in the IF statement, so that's where the Always_TRUE integer comes into play.

I want the following program to increment an $Uptime_hrs Integer variable once per hour. I created an $Always_TRUE integer variable that =1 at init, and current value = 1 (so the program will always be true and run). The program shows "True", "Enabled", and "Idle" with no Last Run Time, and no Next Scheduled Run. What am I missing? Is it because $Always_TRUE hasn't changed values (to trigger the program)? Hum, and perhaps it needs to be a State variable, or does it matter since it never changes. So, what's the best way (besides run at startup) to ensure a program always runs? Maybe create another program that runs this program's THEN of this program... so it doesn't depend on an IF statement to force it to run. If $Always_TRUE is 1 Then Repeat Every 1 hour $Uptime_hrs += 1

Thank you Lee. I like your approach to power, apostolakisl!

I bought the Universal Devices ISY power supply from SmartHome that's "For use with all ISY models". I was very disappointed to see there is no way that thing will fit. Anyone know how to get ahold of the adapter for the older (Sept. 2008) ISY99i/IR PRO's? Are there any advantages to purchasing the newer ISY's? (Besides being able to power them up - lol). I may just end up cutting off the connector and soldering it directly to the ISY.

Very helpful - Thank you!

I just got a dual-band PLM, and found I now need an ISY power supply. I found 1 on SmartHome's website, with several reviews saying it doesn't fit all ISY devices, especially the 99i and older ISY's. There is no version number or anything on the back of my ISY, just a S/N. ISY was purchased Sept. 2008. So are there different power supplies, do I need to upgrade to a newer version of ISY... what's required to get this bad boy up & running? Sample feedback from SmartHome below... Universal Devices ISY Power Supply Item# 1223PS plug didn't fit ISY Does not fit ISY 99 Ir Pro. Barel plug is too small!! Does not fit the new Universal Devices ISY-99/IR Pro. Another adapter is needed. Plug does NOT fit correctly into socket. Too big. Power plug into ISY does not fit properly older ISY units.

Thank you! I was expecting the statement to be evaluated anytime the device changed state, with "On" or "Off" deciding if the statement is True or False. (I'm actually trying to click a button on a RemoteLinc). Also, I've just discovered the RemoteLinc to have very unreliable communications here at my desk, further complicating troubleshooting. Thanks again, much appreciated!