I have a 2476D controlling an outside flood light has a built in motion sensor (if Smarthome will ship me the new motion sensors I have on backorder I wouldn't need it anymore!) but I am having an issue with it.

 

Before installing the switchlinc, the old toggle switch would power the light...but it would not come on unless it sensed motion (then off in 4 minutes). If you turned it off, then on again right away it would come on permanently (regardless of motion and never shut off). If you turned it off for a minute, then on again...it reset to motion mode.

 

Now, it comes on whenever the switchlinc is turned on and ignore motion all the time (stays on). I figured it was the ramp rate, but I have tried fast on and setting the ramp rate as fast it will go to no avail.

 

Anyone know how to fix this? Seems to me I read a post here about this...but I can't remember where.

 

Thanks

I would suggest replacing the 2476D with a 2476S. The S version is a relay switch and acts like the basic switch you replaced. It should allow you to regain the control you've lost by using a dimmer which is not appropriate for controlling the motion detector.

Thanks. Sorry for the late response, out of town.

 

I was hoping that wasn't the case. I am waiting patiently (like everyone I guess) for the Insteaon Motion sensors, so I can get rid of the local motion sensor on the flood. I don't have a spare 2476S to use...and once I want to be able to dim the floods (end state). So I guess I just have to live it for now...

 

Thanks.

Well at least you won't have too long to wait. They are accepting pre-orders now and expect to be shipping in 2 more weeks.

http://www.smarthome.com/2420M/INSTEON- ... 20M/p.aspx

I'll believe when they ship...

As I said...I will believe it when they ship. I got an email yesterday that says the ship date is now 10/31/08. Maybe by Christmas...if were lucky. Of course some people were lucky enough to get betas (not mentioning names...but the initials are MB with an IKE in the middle).