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Sorry about that code. Forum munged it up. Here is using "code":   >D 100 rng=235 dimh="" slider=0 power=0 dimval=1 a="" b="" c="" d=0 f=0 ;set the hex code below to the largest value possible that will turn off the relay with SerialSend5 off=0x7f >B dp0 rng-=off =#scDim(dimval) >E...

I had the very same problem when I just did my Gosund SW2. Really wonky local dimming depending upon how much you slide your finger around. Did an analysis of the data and it appears that the serial buffer is truncated after 47 characters which places the level in the wrong position. Reworked...

Wayne, Add me (and Mira) to the list for dinner Thursday night. Looking forward to seeing everyone at the show again. Dave.

Mike, Some of the extended commands are the "Product Data Response" which all Insteon devices are supposed to eventually support. This command is a response to a standard Insteon message requesting device info such as product key and device category. There are also "Block Data Transfer"...

One important MAJOR difference between the new AccessPoint and older SignaLincs is that the AccessPoint works with extended Insteon commands. The SignaLincs don't. The current Insteon specification is calling for future Insteon products to support extended commands (the RemoteLinc and...

Gregory, You can turn the beep off: Press and hold DIM and BRIGHT until the beep Release Tap Bright button. No more beep You can also turn off the LED: Press and hold DIM and BRIGHT until the beep Release Tap ALL OFF button. Dave.

Gregory, Congratulations! Since it appears that this equipment is now available, I can give you a few hints on programming with PowerHome (should apply to HouseLinc as well). PowerHome can program/read the links in the RemoteLinc. However, the RemoteLinc must first be placed into "Link"...

Well, I can probably answer that question better than anybody :). PowerHome does not create master links in the PLC. The master links are only necessary for group cleanup commands and since the PLC doesnt send group cleanups, no need to worry about the hassle of creating PLC group master...

I love Cat5e too but if the house is new and the walls are open, I'd run some RG-6 in there as well since the cable is cheaper than baluns (at least the component video ones). While wiring my new house, I ran 2 Cat5e and 2 RG-6 quad (level 2 structured wiring point) to every room, 2 locations...

Mike, Delaying for the group cleanups is a good idea, but it doesnt work. The PLC doesnt send group cleanup commands on it's own. It has to be done from the control software (or someone could rewrite the timercoreapp in the PLC to add this functionality). The Elk doesnt do the group cleanups...

I'll be there. Looking forward to seeing you guys again. Dave.

I can answer some of the questions concerning the RemoteLinc... The 6 buttons at the top are toggle. You can push Up for On or brighten and down for Off or dim. Concerning the testboxes that were seen...Yes, the outlets are just normal outlets (non-Insteon) with the load wire of a SwitchLinc...

Hey guys, Do any of you have any experience using Insteon SwitchLinc dimmers on ceiling fans? I remember reading somewhere that this could be done and use the dimming capabilities to control fan speed. I was wondering if there was any fan hum or other problems in doing this since there are...

Mike, Excellent. The link screen probably seems a little intimidating at first glance, but I think it rapidly starts to make sense and allows you to quickly see what is controlled and who is controlling. Eric, Appreciate the feedback. I had already encountered the problem with the KPL...

Gregory, Would it be possible for you to take a look at the new PowerHome beta (1.03.4.8) and once again give me your thoughts on the new Insteon Explorer UI and how it compares to HouseLinc (I don't have HouseLinc and have only seen screenshots). Ive been working hard on improving the UI and...