My PLM failed yesterday so I am interested in what my options are going forward. I have a mixed environment of Insteon and Zwave switches and sensors. I don’t have a huge installation and the split is about even but the Insteon devices are in the most useful places as they were the first ones installed.  I don’t mind a split environment so I guess I am looking for my options in replacing the Insteon switches and a couple of door sensors. I do have a Polisy also.

I would really appreciate any advice and ideas you have.

Have you considered getting the PLM repaired?  LINK

Check out the Insteon website. They're under new ownership and starting to manufacture again. I don't know what the status is for PLMs.

Here's a link to their Forum.

https://forum.insteon.com/

 

More USB PLM in Q1 2023.

USB Modem Interface (PLM) – Insteon

 

Edited December 15, 20222 yr by vbphil
added PLM info

vbphil, tmorse305 Thanks for your replies I will keep both solutions in mind but I don't know if I want to put up with a product that keeps failing. I'll wait and see what other options I have before making a decision.

3 minutes ago, trevorst said:

vbphil, tmorse305 Thanks for your replies I will keep both solutions in mind but I don't know if I want to put up with a product that keeps failing. I'll wait and see what other options I have before making a decision.

I'm still using my original serial PLM from many years ago. I'll probably buy a spare USB when they become available. I'm like you with mostly Insteon from my x10 migration and just lately experimenting with z-wave. Not sure where I'll finally land, probably just a mix unless I see a real new beginning with Insteon I'll leave them completely by attrition.

If you repair it - it will likely last a lot longer than the first round, as there are better quality components used in the repair kits and with better specs.

3 hours ago, atmarosi said:

If you repair it - it will likely last a lot longer than the first round, as there are better quality components used in the repair kits and with better specs.

Interesting I will keep that in mind.

Thanks 

4 hours ago, vbphil said:

I'm still using my original serial PLM from many years ago. I'll probably buy a spare USB when they become available. I'm like you with mostly Insteon from my x10 migration and just lately experimenting with z-wave. Not sure where I'll finally land, probably just a mix unless I see a real new beginning with Insteon I'll leave them completely by attrition.

Unfortunately this is my third PLM so I am tired of them, so I may just move on. Would like to stick with ISY/Polisy for controlling.

Insteon's website says both Serial and USB PLMs are expected Q1 2023:
https://shop.insteon.com/products/plm-serial-modem-interface
https://shop.insteon.com/products/plm-usb-modem-interface
You can sign up there to be notified when they're available.