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I am trying to take advantage of the Smarthome sale so I need some info. She who must be obeyed said no on Satruday but yes an hour so ago. Now I have to figure quick. Is there any problem with current Insteon wall dimmers when connected to dimmable CFLs? I want to use dimmable CFLs outside...

Any place to get specs on generation 2?

Just a comment about running CAT x to the line voltage switches. I believe there is a code issue with HV and LV in the same box or partition, if the box is divided by suitable barriers.

RE: Virtual 3 way switch. If that is for me I don't think that is what I am trying to do. I need to do this - existing conventional 5 way lighting circuit. Remove one and only one switch and replace it with a controlled switch for UPB or whatever. Everything works as before but now sixth...

Can the us11-30 or any other switch be used in a n-way circuit using only one electronic switch and the rest of the switches remain the normal mechanical electrical switches. In other words, the existing switches still work if one US11-39 is added to provide remote control from other UPB devices.

No. I have multiple lighting circuits that are run from individual switches but need to respond to other remote switches as well. These are mostly involved in exterior lighting and the kitchen area. All assumed powerline control.

I have been looking at home automation for years. I have used X-10 and would not do that again. I am just getting to final stages of a new house. I put off selecting controls to see what would be available when I actually needed to buy. I rather liked the words about Insteon. I was going to...

My house is heading toward the finishing stages (painting now) and I need to buy the smoke alarms. Reading through here the discussions seem oriented toward low voltage. The electricians wired for 3 wire 120V AC and told me that is what had to be done to meet code. It is too late to rewire at...