Is the hub in this kit the "Dual-Band" device promoted on the Insteon web site? "Dual-Band" is not mentioned on the box!
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I was just about to ask the same question. The INSTEON website notes that the Dual-Mode is a new feature for the hub, so I was concerned that this kit (which is less than buying the hub alone) was using the previous version of the hub that wasn't dual-mode.
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Yes, it is. Basically it is a relay from your iPhone or iPad that uses your computer to pass the wireless signal into your wired system.
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The modules in the box are dual mode, but I never had the need to see if RF worked from the hub itself. I have active phase bridges and RF is all over the place -- it's hard to isolate one mode from another when the system is working.
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Do you have any of the of the Insteon access points, or "Dual Band" units anywhere in your setup? If not then this will not work for you. The 2466SW is not a Dual band unit, and will only receive it's commands over the power lines. The Mini Remote is wireless so you have to have something that bridges between the wireless and the wired insteon equipment.
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I didn't know there was a difference until I received this request. I hear it's mostly concerning "dual band" capabilities. Just another receiver for a different room so far.
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This device utilizes the Insteon protocol which I do not see listed on the Smartthings website. I do not believe the Smartthings hub will be able to operate this at this time.
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Yes, you can link the OutletLinc directly to the Insteon Motion Sensor with no problem. The Insteon Hub is required for additional functionality and setting the sensors for timed (macro) events.
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I am not sure about the hub thing. I do know, these things are awesome, I plugged them in, they have two remotes, and its range is incredible, better than my Wi-Fi signal. I bought a set for my daughter/husband, they love them too! Highly Recommend!
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No, Insteon needs a controller too. The Insteon Hub is pretty good, simple, and has an iPhone app.
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See answers below. It's a good solid unit, especially for the money. The only feature I'd like to see is a guide that distributes incoming wire evening on the hub. If it is available, it probably costs much more.
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Yes it does work as a hub. I run my DSL modem to the switch which gives me 4 Ethernet ports out. One of those ports I run to my centralized WiFi and the others to my desktop, dish controller, printer, etc. On my WiFi I then use the Ethernet ports to my tv's. Hope that helps and by the way it works great and is a inexpensive way to expand your system.
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Using it with a revolv hub(discontinued). It works, but does not have all features that you see in the insteon hub.
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Before buying anything Insteon, go to Smarthome.com and look up the product. in the product description will be links to both the quick start guide and the detailed manual. Open up the detailed manual. Smarthome is awesome about providing great technical details in their manuals and have posted manuals for just about every product. if that doesn't work for you, their online chat is up most of the daylight hours and they also have a live support phone number (not sure of the hours). these guys are great, give them a shot.
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It does require a direct connection since it does not require any software to run it. As far as I know, it will not work in a hub.
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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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I think that you need the Smarthome 2412N SmartLinc INSTEON Central Controller, the Smarthome 2412N need to be connected to the LAN of your Location.
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Yes. You will get status feedback from the insteon hub on your insteon app.
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the toggle linc is not "dual band" meaning it only responds to powerline commands, and not the RF signal from the remote. to link it, you will need an access point for the remote's RF signal to get on the powerline network. a dual band device like a switchlinc would also work, but they sell a dedicated "Access Point - Range Extender" (model 2443).
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I don't know if there is a kit, but the new Hub 2 is only $40. This switch works perfectly for me. I have a number of other dual band switches that relay the signals via RF. I also have 2 RF motion sensors that work very well. Keep in mind that the 2 wire switch can't control a LED bulb. The switch gets the neutral connection through the bulb filament. By the way, I use my Macintosh to control my lights, HVAC, and sprinklers with Insteon software.