March 8, 20187 yr Has anyone come up with a replacement for the 2423A5 SynchroLinc. I use one for my sump pump and would like to find a replacement. In another vein, does anyone know why it was discontinued? Thanks, Ron
March 8, 20187 yr Most likely it was due to lack of sales. So you have the zwave chip in your ISY? If so, the Aeotech smartswitch 6 allows you to track power draw which can then be used in programs like the syncrolinc. I've been testing a couple and haven't run into any issues yet. What's even better is that they are 1/3 the size so they don't take up nearly the same space.
March 8, 20187 yr I certainly miss my SynchroLinc for my dryer done notification. One of these days I will replace the PS caps in the things. My guess is SH bought a tonne (2200 lb.) of cheap caps for all their products. Hopefully SH will create a better quality replacement soon. Edited March 8, 20187 yr by larryllix
March 10, 20187 yr Author On 3/8/2018 at 1:50 AM, lilyoyo1 said: Most likely it was due to lack of sales. So you have the zwave chip in your ISY? If so, the Aeotech smartswitch 6 allows you to track power draw which can then be used in programs like the syncrolinc. I've been testing a couple and haven't run into any issues yet. What's even better is that they are 1/3 the size so they don't take up nearly the same space. My ISY994-i pro does not have the zwave chip. Can you advise how to install same. Also, after it is installed will the smartswitch 6 appear in the device tree and be able to be added to programs and scenes like INSTEON devices? Thanks for any help you can offer, Ron
March 10, 20187 yr You would need to order the zwave chip from UDI. Once you get it, open your ISY, put it in the slot and close it it. You'll then get the zwave module to unlock it. With 5.0 you can add zwave to Insteon scenes in regards to on/off controls. Since you're inquiring about energy, you can write programs to turn things on/off.
March 10, 20187 yr 2 hours ago, ronvond said: By your response, must I assume it will not work with my 4.6.2 version? It will work with your v4 but much more support is offered for Zwave devices with the latest v5.
March 10, 20187 yr It'll probably work with it but I don't use 4.6.2 to say for certain. I've used 5.0 since I moved into my house
March 10, 20187 yr On 3/7/2018 at 10:28 PM, ronvond said: Has anyone come up with a replacement for the 2423A5 SynchroLinc. I use one for my sump pump and would like to find a replacement. In another vein, does anyone know why it was discontinued? Thanks, Ron There is one on EBAY now. It is described as new.
March 10, 20187 yr 29 minutes ago, smokegrub said: There is one on EBAY now. It is described as new. It cost me $83.02 CAD, without any warranty, but it is now gone! Thanks SG!
March 10, 20187 yr Author On 3/8/2018 at 1:50 AM, lilyoyo1 said: Most likely it was due to lack of sales. So you have the zwave chip in your ISY? If so, the Aeotech smartswitch 6 allows you to track power draw which can then be used in programs like the syncrolinc. I've been testing a couple and haven't run into any issues yet. What's even better is that they are 1/3 the size so they don't take up nearly the same space. Can you direct me to a link where I can purchase the zwave chip? Thanks Ron
March 10, 20187 yr 52 minutes ago, ronvond said: Can you direct me to a link where I can purchase the zwave chip? Thanks Ron UDI website. Have a look in your admin console. The f/w modules are for sale in there but not sure about hardware. There may be a link to purchase it though.
March 10, 20187 yr 3 hours ago, larryllix said: It cost me $83.02 CAD, without any warranty, but it is now gone! Hmmm... maybe I should list the two I've got in the big "Misc. Insteon Stuff" box in the basement...
March 10, 20187 yr Perhaps it will be reengineered to fail within two years so sales can increase. Please ignore my sarcasm, I couldn't help myself. Edited March 10, 20187 yr by smokegrub
March 11, 20187 yr Some have used a Current Sensor triggering an I/O Linc to detect a current. I have used the CT800 to trigger an I/O Linc but I am sure other have equal success with other dry contact current sensors. http://cocoontech.com/forums/page/articles/_/tutorials/home-automation-tutorials/how-to-monitor-the-status-of-your-appliances-using-current-sensors-r58 Edited March 11, 20187 yr by Brian H
March 17, 20187 yr Author On 3/8/2018 at 1:50 AM, lilyoyo1 said: Most likely it was due to lack of sales. So you have the zwave chip in your ISY? If so, the Aeotech smartswitch 6 allows you to track power draw which can then be used in programs like the syncrolinc. I've been testing a couple and haven't run into any issues yet. What's even better is that they are 1/3 the size so they don't take up nearly the same space. I've upgraded my 994i with the zwave dongle and then purchased the required module. Everything seems in order. Today I received my Aeotech Smartswitch 6 and added it to my devices. That too, went without problems. I can see the ZW xxx Energy Meter, ZW xxx Multilevel Switch, and the ZW xxx Energy Meter in my tree. Bringing up the ZW Energy Meter screen I can see the line voltage Current Power, Current Current and total power. That's the good news. The bad news is they do not update unless I click the query tab. I used a lamp as a load and it provides approximately a 100 watt load. Turning it on and off will show a change only if I click on query. Any help would be most welcome. Thanks in advance, Ron
March 17, 20187 yr Author That should have been: ZW On-Off Power Switch instead of the second Energy Meter.
March 17, 20187 yr Author 7 minutes ago, larryllix said: If you wrote the post, there is an edit link at the bottom of the frame. Thanks.
March 17, 20187 yr 11 minutes ago, ronvond said: I've upgraded my 994i with the zwave dongle and then purchased the required module. Everything seems in order. Today I received my Aeotech Smartswitch 6 and added it to my devices. That too, went without problems. I can see the ZW xxx Energy Meter, ZW xxx Multilevel Switch, and the ZW xxx Energy Meter in my tree. Bringing up the ZW Energy Meter screen I can see the line voltage Current Power, Current Current and total power. That's the good news. The bad news is they do not update unless I click the query tab. I used a lamp as a load and it provides approximately a 100 watt load. Turning it on and off will show a change only if I click on query. Any help would be most welcome. Thanks in advance, Ron Parameter 90 needs to be updated for auto reporting. Size 1 value 1 Parameter 101 for all reports Size 4 value 15
March 17, 20187 yr Author I don't see anywhere that I can make those changes. I am using firmware and UI 4.6.2.
March 17, 20187 yr I'm not sure about 4.6.2 as i use 5.0.10. however when you right click on the device you will see zwave at the bottom. Click there and you will see an option to set parameters
March 17, 20187 yr Author Thank you! That did it! If it wasn’t for all the help I get from this forum, I’d have to go back to regular light switches.
March 17, 20187 yr You're welcome. Glad you got it working. This forum was/is a lifesaver for all of us
March 17, 20187 yr Thank you! That did it! If it wasn’t for all the help I get from this forum, I’d have to go back to regular light switches. To be certain, you got smart switch 6 configured with 4.6.2 before I buy one? Thanks.
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