November 5Nov 5 I only have 1 2477D left but have several 2476D's. Can I mix these two or should I use two 2476D's?
November 5Nov 5 Author I just read the difference and decided not to mix and not to use the older 2476D’s either. Those just need to be retired. I will be looking for sales on 2477D’s or if someone has a good recommendation on Z-wave switches to replace standard 3-way switches, I’m all ears. Thanks!
November 5Nov 5 Look at the latest Insteon i3 dimmer.My son used a zooz dimmer with his HA setup and is quite happy.
November 5Nov 5 I've mixed both types without any problems. A good use is to put one or more 2476D in a multigang box with a 2477D, to get the benefit of it's dual band capability.
November 6Nov 6 I mix the two often, though over the years I have relegated the older switches to out of the way places like closets and the garage. Primarily since the ones I have are toggle and everything else is generally decora. Just make sure a dual band is somewhere in the vicinity and you should be OK. In the same box (like Guy mentioned) is ideal but probably anywhere nearby will help. I have one older switch, that consistently does not get the signal, that I plan to replace in an upcoming remodel. In the meantime, I have a dual band keypad in a tabletop encloser (that I use for testing and other things) and I plug it in near the "offending" switch. Problem solved.For Z-wave, I like the Zooz line. Lots of options for switches and keypads. I have a few dozen installed of different types. Only issue with Z-wave is that they will respond to, but not control, a scene. So programs are required. Good Luck! Edited November 6Nov 6 by jkmcfadden
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