Does this device require one have an Insteon hub or just a wifi router?
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This brand requires an insteon hub, router for Internet connection w the hub .. If your power outlet where the hub is connected is not on the same phase w the garage link unit, then u will need an outlet extender to allow the garage unit to communicate w the hub. I hope that clear things for u. Let me know if u need to understand the functionality of using the smartphone app
908295
You need the Insteon hub so that that it can communicate through the electrical supply to the garage opener I/O link. This also allows you set up text and email alerts , and to link events. It works great - I can check the garage door and control it from anywhere in the world. Same with my front' door, lights, cams, motion sensor, door sensors, leak detectors....
908296
The router is to allow the hub to be connected w the Internet so that u can control via smartphone
919131
You can use the motion sensor and LED bulb together without a hub, but the sensor and bulb will need to be paired manually. If you have a hub, it makes connecting and controlling all of your devices much easier. Because you can see and select all your device settings and do connections through the hub. If you plan to have many different interconnected Insteon devices, I would recommend you also get a hub.
239366
You need an insteon capable hub to communicate with this device that is capable of sending email alerts. I use powerlinc usb hub with homeseer software to get alerts for this and many other isteon devices.
184035
No these are individual switches. I got the newest insteon hub on special at Smarthome.com for about $40.
795958
You need a controller such as Insteon Hub or the ISY and then an app that interacts with the controller. I use MobiLinc and the ISY 994i
154377
Yes it can. You need the Insteon Hub (a hardware product) as well as this and then you can control it through the Insteon for Hub available at the Amazon App Store.
157621
None... The device ships empty. You need to buy your own. Furthermore, the product is junk. Out of the box it did not work for me. I ended up getting a Netgear, I paid a little more like $10, but it was worth it.
1400762
No. It will link to most Insteon senders: light switches, timers, etc. Just like the appliance module only waterproof. These are much more versatile and can plug in almost anywhere. They're also dual band.
974643
I too use it with an ISY-series controller from Universal Devices (e.g. Universal Devices ISY994i/IR PRO INSTEON | X10 Automation Controller (1024) ). With these, you also need a PLM ( Insteon 2413S PowerLinc Modem INSTEON Dual-Band Serial Interface, White ) to bridge the Insteon network to the ISY.
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Yes, it will work with a standalone router and DHCP server (in fact you need one), and you don't "need" a computer with the controller software all the time but I've seen a couple of weird things were it doesn't work quite right without a controller, then again I have a setup that has been working fine for about 4 months without a controller. (if all the power went out, i would be surprised if the APs came backup perfectly)
2250066
This device is meant to work in tandem with an existing wireless router. It does not replace the need for a separate WiFi router. This is not the solution for you.
1845861
Yes. You will get status feedback from the insteon hub on your insteon app.
974644
Yes---I have it set up exactly that way. My setup also includes the Insteon Hub, which is what allows communication between your Insteon network and the Internet (for email, web interface, and smartphone apps for Android and iPhone. That hub is here: http://www.amazon.com/Insteon-2242-222-INSTEON-Hub/dp/B00AEDTWHK/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1395026339&sr=8-1&keywords=insteon+hub
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The original Hub (2012 version) is managed locally on the Hub itself. The new Hub (2014 version) is cloud based only. For some reason Insteon in all their infinite knowledge decided they didn't need to give the new hub a different name....so they will both show up as the Insteon Hub. Only way to tell the difference is by model number. 2242-222 is the original 2012 version. 2245-222 is the new 2014 cloud only version.
643389
I was also looking at the Revolv and believe you can. I have both the Insteon Hub/iOS app and HouseLinc controlling the Insteon bulb. When the hub is off. HouseLinc still controls the bulb leading me to believe multiple applications can control it. If I get one, I'll test to confirm.
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No, only Insteon. In fact it doesn't even listen for the power line commands, only RF. I think that could be an issue for very old Insteon controllers. But it should work fine with anything modern. For instance, I am controlling it with a Powerlinc 2413U and it works great.One other caveat. It uses the latest Insteon protocol, so if you're using the Indigo software for Mac to control it, you need the latest version, 6.0. I had the older 4.0 version and it didn't work. Upgrading to 6.0 cost $99, but gives you lots of new features.
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The hardware will work with any insteon compatible software. It does not matter witch noble devices you have.