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Whoops; I guess I missed that post! [emoji44] Thanks Benoit! Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

I admit I read this thread in pieces, but since we never got the thread title changed as I had suggested, and if UPGRADING is indeed as easy as you stated, maybe we should start a new thread? I guess it would be a thread specifically for upgrading from an older ISY skill to V3. We could outline these steps. I have been waiting to upgrade due to all the issues noted in his thread, and frankly I don’t need any more “techeadaches”, but again, I read the thread in pieces. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

What happens after the 7-day full access trial? I didn’t see any pricing, but maybe I missed it. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

Not sure if this helps, but did you see the thread (paraphrasing) “No devices discovered using V3”, which outlines some complications using V3. I really wish Sonos would have used a different name for this, like Sonos 1A (for Alexa)! [emoji41] Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

I have been experiencing Lamplinc communication issues (all dual-band versions) in the last month but they are all devices that have continually been in service. My Insteon setup--including the Lamplincs--has been rock solid otherwise. When I saw the thread title I was thinking: "Hey, someone else has the same issue, so maybe it's not just me?" ...but I guess not. [emoji853] Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

Yeah, if only we had won the Battle of Quebec in 1775, you wouldn't have these problems. I will let you decide which problem is worse! [emoji41] Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

I am not considering the ISY Z-Wave daughter card until they come out with the version that has Gen 5 (I think that is correct) support. Michel said it was awaiting certification, if memory serves. Mark Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

Since you're the original poster can you request for an admin to change the thread to something like "Alexa Smarthome Skill Version 3 Setup Tips"? This seems to be a little complicated to get this set up and running, given the interaction of the app and website, as noted by @kingwr Mark Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

I see a Wiki in your future! [emoji12] Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

Should this thread be renamed based on how the discussion has evolved? Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

And when it is taking longer and your patience is running out, yelling at Alexa releases the pressure, and she never gets offended! [emoji41] Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

Just like McDonalds! Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

I like the idea of using Z-Wave outlets as repeaters; that makes sense. Any idea if you could still plug in a dual-band LampLinc into a Z-Wave outlet and not run into any RF interference between the two devices? I am curious how you settled Cooper from the various Z-Wave outlet manufacturers, and which specific model you are using? I don't have any Z-Wave devices yet, nor does my ISY have the Z-Wave module, but also like those RF RGB lighting solutions like Fibaro. Thanks. Mark

I admit I did not do a lot of research before settling on an Insteon / ISY solution, and am surprised to learn of these power line communication issues. I was aware of the potential fallacy of the wireless portion due to interference that can plague all RF communications, but did not realize the power line and RF portion were so inter-dependent. I don't have any communication issues to my knowledge, but is it safe to assume that if the ISY does not provide notification of any communication errors, that none exist? I don't have any FilterLinc's, and am even bridging the AC phases via the wireless; although that is an assumption on my part. Thanks. Mark

Here is my generic (possibly ignorant, [emoji57]) take: Insteon affords possibly better communication, due its dual-band nature? My shields are up! [emoji12] Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

I have the irrigation and climate modulesI followed the Wiki during setup, and was not aware that it automatically adjusts the sprinkler zone times; only that it decides whether or not to irrigate based upon EvTO and the parameters set by the user. Would you please elaborate? Thanks. Mark Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

There is a replace function that I recently used with success on a FanLinc replacement: https://wiki.universal-devices.com/index.php?title=ISY-99i/ISY-26_INSTEON:Replacing_a_Device Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

That's what security cameras are for! My favorite is the Dahua IPC-HDW5231R-Z; $170 shipped direct from China. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

You did not mention what price you consider expensive, but I purchased a 60 W dimmable transformer on Amazon for around $79 last year, and it works fine with a LampLinc. Mark Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

Interesting. I have had two I/O lincs (V2.3) on my garage doors for three years, and I have never experienced hardware failures or random door opening issues. Maybe they had problems with older hardware revisions? Mark Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

I use the Smartenit EZ flora controller which has eight zones, one of which can be used to trigger a pump. Others may better ideas. Mark Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

I'm impressed you went through all that research. I was lazy and just ordered the Insteon doorbell kit! [emoji57] You did make me start to think about possibly using the unused "rear" (ding) sound of my doorbell, as I also don't have a rear bell. I don't have anything relevant to add to assist you, but I will follow this thread with interest. Mark Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

This is the order of syntax I use for controlling fans; the speed is the last word in the voice command. It works, except sometimes it gets confused between the multiple fans that I have and asks me which device to I want to control. Mark Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

Thanks. They didn't mention in the promo video what cameras work but I found an article that confirms it is going to work with the Ring and Arlo cameras. I suppose there will be more to support it later because I saw they added video or whatever to the Alexa skills API. I decided to go with the Skybell HD due to my specific front door situation, in an alcove and no light inside it. I don't need the wider field of view of the Ring Pro, but I do need the better night vision capability of the Skybell HD. Mark Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

I was thinking about the Skybell HD due to its Amazon Alexa integration. Also was thinking they might have video integration with the forthcoming Echo Show, but time will tell. Curious if you considered the Ring Pro's Amazon AVS integration status, not that it is a big deal at this point, without video support. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk