Amazon Alexa and Supported Insteon Thermostats

 

Amazon Alexa supports control of several different Insteon Thermostats; you can increase or decrease the temperature and change modes just by asking Alexa. Use the information in this article to identify if you have a compatible Insteon Thermostat.

If you have a supported Thermostat and your Amazon Alexa was configured prior to 18 March 2016, you may need to re-run discovery to identify your Insteon Thermostat. Simply say, "Alexa, discover my devices." Your Amazon Alexa should find your Insteon Thermostats and enable voice control.

 

Supported Insteon Thermostats

These Insteon Thermostats are compatible with Amazon Alexa and allow full voice control functionality of setting temperature and changing modes.

 

Insteon Wired Thermostat

  • Model 2441TH (Revision 1.1 or later)
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Unsupported Insteon Thermostats

These Insteon Thermostats are not explicitly incompatible with Amazon Alexa but are not guaranteed to function as expected.

Insteon Thermostat for Heat Pumps

  • Model 2732-242 (Any Revision)
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Incompatible Insteon Thermostats

These Insteon Thermostats are incompatible with Amazon Alexa and cannot be controlled.

Insteon Wired Thermostat

  • Model 2441TH (Revision 1.0)
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Insteon Wireless Thermostat

  • Model 2441ZTH
  • Model 2441ZTHR
  • Model 2732-433
  • Model 2732-432
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Insteon Venstar Thermostat Adapter

  • Model 2441V
  • Model 2441VR
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Insteon Venstar Integrated Thermostat

  • Model 2491T1E
  • Model 2491T1ER
  • Model 2491T7E
  • Model 2491T7ER
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Communication Types for Insteon Devices

Use this article to determine if your Insteon device can communicate with other Insteon devices via powerline-only, RF-only or powerline and RF (dual-band).

    Powerline RF
Dimmer Module 2456D3 Yes -
2457D2X Yes -
2457D2 Yes Yes
On/Off Module 2456S3 Yes -
2635-222 Yes Yes
Outdoor On/Off Module 2456S3E Yes -
2634-222 Yes Yes
LED Bulb 2672-222 Yes Yes
LED Bulb for Recessed Lights 2674-222 Yes Yes
i3 Paddle PS01 Yes Yes
i3 Dial DS01 Yes Yes
Dimmer Switch 2476D Yes -
2477D Yes Yes
Dimmer Switch (1000W) 2476DH Yes -
2477DH Yes Yes
Dimmer Switch (2-Wire) 2474DWH - Yes
On/Off Switch 2476S Yes -
2477S Yes Yes
i3 Keypad KP014 Yes Yes
Dimmer Keypad
(6-Button or 8-Button)
2486D Yes -
2334-222 Yes Yes
On/Off Keypad
(6-Button or 8-Button)
2486S Yes Yes
2334-232 Yes Yes
Dimmer Outlet 2474DWH Yes Yes
i3 Outlet WR01 Yes Yes -
On/Off Outlet (2014) 2663-222 Yes Yes
On/Off Outlet (2007) 2473SWH Yes -
Wired Thermostat 2441TH - Yes
Wireless Thermostat 2441ZTH - Yes
Thermostat Adapter 2441V - Yes
Mini Remote
(Wireless Switch)
2444A3 - Yes
2342-242 - Yes
Mini Remote
(4-Scene)
2444A2WH4 - Yes
2342-232 - Yes
Mini Remote
(8-Scene)
2444A2WH8 - Yes
2342-222 - Yes
Wi-Fi Camera 75790 - -
75790WH - -
HD Wi-Fi Camera 2864-222 - -
2864-226 - -
Outdoor Wi-Fi Camera 75791 - -
HD Outdoor Wi-Fi Camera 2864-232 - -
Open/Close Sensor 2421 - Yes
2843-222 - Yes
Hidden Door Sensor 2845-222 - Yes
Motion Sensor 2420M - Yes
2842-222 - Yes
Leak Sensor 2852-222 - Yes
Smoke Bridge 2982-222 Yes -
IO Module 2450 Yes -
Ceiling Fan Controller 2475F Yes Yes
Dimmer Micro Module 2442-222 Yes Yes
On/Off Micro Module 2443-222 Yes Yes
Open/Close Micro Module 2444-222 Yes Yes
Ballast Dimmer 2475DA2 Yes Yes
Dimmer In-Line Module 2475D Yes -
2475DA1 Yes Yes
On/Off In-Line Module 2475S2 Yes -
2475SDB Yes Yes
220V Load Controller 2477SA1 Yes Yes
2477SA2 Yes Yes
Dimmer DIN Rail Module 2452-222 Yes Yes
On/Off DIN Rail Module 2453-222 Yes Yes
MorningLinc 2458A1 Yes -
Lock Controller 2862-222 Yes -
IRLinc Transmitter 2411T Yes -
IRLinc Receiver 2411R Yes -
SeriaLinc 2410S Yes -
Access Point 2443 Yes Yes
Range Extender 2992-222 Yes Yes
Energy Display 2448A2 - Yes
iMeter Solo 2423A1 Yes -
SynchroLinc 2423A5 Yes -

Wi-Fi Camera Setup

Getting Started

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Connect the ethernet cable to your router and plugin the power adapter. You can disconnect the ethernet cable after setup is complete.

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Connect the cables to your camera.

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Open the Insteon for Hub app and select Add a Camera. Insteon cameras require Insteon Hub.

Guides, Manuals and Downloads

Quick Start Guide

Owner's Manual

Downloads


Optional Wall Mount

 
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Mount the optional bracket using screws and wall anchors.

 
Different wall materials require different fasteners. Use the appropriate type for your mounting surface. Drywall screws and anchors have been provided. Use caution when drilling holes in walls that may contain live electrical wires.
 

Camera Firmware

 
 

Current Wi-Fi Camera Firmware

Device 11.37.2.59
Web UI 2.001.10.9
 

Outdoor Wi-Fi Camera Setup

As of December 31 2016 Insteon will no longer provide technical support for standard definition cameras (75791)

Getting Started

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Connect the ethernet cable to your router and plugin the power adapter. You can disconnect the ethernet cable after setup is complete.

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Connect the cables to your camera.

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Mount the bracket using screws and wall anchors.

Different wall materials require different fasteners. Use the appropriate type for your mounting surface. Drywall screws and anchors have been provided. Use caution when drilling holes in walls that may contain live electrical wires.
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Position your camera and affix it with the set screw. Secure camera connections in a weather-resistant enclosure.

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Open the Insteon for Hub app and select Add a Camera. Insteon cameras require Insteon Hub.
 

Guides, Manuals and Downloads

Quick Start Guide

Owner's Manual

Downloads


Camera Firmware

Keep your Outdoor Wi-Fi Camera up-to-date; updates add features, fix bugs and close potential security vulnerabilities.

 
 

Current Outdoor Wi-Fi Camera Firmware

Device 11.35.2.59
Web UI 2.001.20.6
 

Outdoor HD Wi-Fi Camera Setup

Getting Started

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Connect the ethernet cable to your router and plugin the power adapter. You can disconnect the ethernet cable after setup is complete.

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Connect the cables to your camera.

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Mount the bracket using screws and wall anchors.

Different wall materials require different fasteners. Use the appropriate type for your mounting surface. Drywall screws and anchors have been provided. Use caution when drilling holes in walls that may contain live electrical wires.
step-4.png

Position your camera and affix it with the set screw. Secure camera connections in a weather-resistant enclosure.

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Open the Insteon for Hub app and select Add a Camera. Insteon cameras require Insteon Hub.
 

Guides, Manuals and Downloads

Quick Start Guide

Owner's Manual

Downloads


Camera Firmware

Keep your HD Outdoor Wi-Fi Camera up-to-date; updates add features, fix bugs and close potential security vulnerabilities.

 
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Current HD Outdoor Wi-Fi Camera Firmware

Camera Revision 5.0 or Later

System 1.9.3.16
Application 2.51.2.33
 

HD Wi-Fi Camera Setup


Getting Started

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Connect the ethernet cable to your router and plugin the power adapter. You can disconnect the ethernet cable after setup is complete.

step-2.png

Connect the cables to your camera.

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Open the Insteon for Hub app and select Add a Camera. Insteon cameras require Insteon Hub.


Guides, Manuals and Downloads

Quick Start Guide

Owner's Manual

Downloads


Optional Wall Mount

 
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Mount the optional bracket using screws and wall anchors.

 
Different wall materials require different fasteners. Use the appropriate type for your mounting surface. Drywall screws and anchors have been provided. Use caution when drilling holes in walls that may contain live electrical wires.
 

Basic Troubleshooting


 

Camera Firmware

Keep your HD Wi-Fi Camera up-to-date; updates add features, fix bugs and close potential security vulnerabilities.

 
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Current HD Wi-Fi Camera Firmware

Camera Revision 1.0 - 3.9

System 1.4.1.9
Application 2.11.1.12

Current HD Wi-Fi Camera Firmware

Camera Revision 4.0 or Later

System 1.9.3.16
Application 2.51.2.33
 

Sonos Player Features and Limitations

Use this article to understand the currently supported features and current limitations of Sonos Player integration.

Supported Features

  • Control play, pause, volume, and tracks for a Sonos Player from an Insteon Keypad, Mini Remote or Wall Switch

  • Trigger a Sonos preset from an Insteon Keypad, Mini Remote or Wall Switch

Controlling a Sonos Player from an Insteon device requires creating a scene. Learn more about creating a scene by viewing this article.

 

Current Limitations

  • App support is only available on iOS using the Insteon for Hub mobile app

  • Adding playlists is not currently supported on iOS 14+

  • A maximum of four Sonos Players can be added to the Insteon app.

  • Only one Sonos Player can be a member of a scene.

  • At this time, you are unable to edit Sonos Player functions from within a scene. If you wish to change a Sonos function after a scene has been created, delete the scene and re-create the scene with your desired changes.

  • At this time, Insteon app-learned presets do not work with all possible Sonos sources. The following sources have been tested and are known to function:

    • Amazon Music Stations

    • Apple Music Radio

    • Pandora Stations

    • tunein

  • To facilitate preset playback from an Insteon device, the Insteon app lets you learn source presets. Configuring these playlists is done from within the Insteon app when editing a Sonos Player settings.

    • You can learn up to ten Insteon app Sonos presets

    • These presets are shared among all configured Sonos Players

  • Insteon has tested Sonos support with the following Sonos Players:

    • Sonos Play:1

    • Sonos Play:3

    • Sonos Play:5

    • Sonos:Connect

    • Sonos Connect:Amp (ZP series)

    • Other Sonos Players may work but have not been tested by Insteon

  • If your Sonos Players or your router are disconnected from power, it may take up to two minutes before your Sonos Players are rediscovered by the Insteon Hub.

 

Sonos Player Not Found During Initial Setup

 
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When adding a Sonos Player, you may encounter an alert informing you that the app was unable to find any Sonos Players on your network. There are several reasons why this may occur.

  • Your Sonos Player is unplugged from power

  • Your mobile device may be connected to a different Wi-Fi network than your Sonos Player or your mobile device may be connected to cellular only.

  • Your home's internet router or modem is not functioning properly

 

Basic Troubleshooting

  1. Ensure that your Sonos Player is connected to a working power outlet. If your Sonos Player is connected via ethernet, check that the ethernet cable is firmly seated. It may be helpful to unplug and reinsert the ethernet cable.

  2. Check to see if you can control your Sonos Player from the Sonos App on your mobile device.

  3. Confirm that your internet router and cable or DSL modem are connected to power and turned on. Learn how to Identify your router and cable or DSL modem.

  4. Try restarting your router and cable or DSL modem.

 

Controlling a Sonos Player from an Insteon Device

 

To control Sonos functions or trigger presets from an Insteon device, create a scene for each desired function.

 

Create a Scene

Step 1

Open the Drawer and tap Create a Scene

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Step 2

Give your scene a name that matches its intended function and pick an icon

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Step 3

From the Scene Members list of devices, tap the Insteon device or devices that you wish to use to control your Sonos Player.

With Keypads and Mini Remotes, select the corresponding button from the list of device buttons.

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Step 4

Tap the Sonos Player that you want to control

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Step 5

Tap the function you want to control and then tap Next

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Step 6

For each Insteon device, tap the blue Responder button until it reads "Both" and then tap Done.

Repeat the above steps for each additional Sonos Player function you wish to control.

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Additional Sonos Support

 
 

You Already Have the Maximum Number of Sonos Players Configured

When adding a Sonos Player, you may encounter a message informing you that you have already configured the maximum number of Sonos Players. Insteon Hub supports a maximum of four Sonos speakers.

 

Connect to Wi-Fi When Adding a Sonos Player

 
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When adding a Sonos Player, you may encounter an alert informing you to connect to your home's Wi-Fi network.

 

Basic Troubleshooting

Connect your mobile device to your home's Wi-Fi network. You are unable to add a Sonos Player to the Insteon app when on a cellular 3G, 4G or LTE connection.

 

Connecting to Wi-FI on iPhone, iPad or iPod touch

  1. Tap the Home button on your iPhone, iPad or iPod touch and navigate to Settings.
  2. Tap Wi-Fi
  3. Ensure Wi-Fi is on and tap your home's Wi-Fi network. If you have more than one Wi-Fi router, it is important to join the same Wi-Fi network as that used by your Sonos Player.
  4. Tap the Home button on your iPhone, iPad or iPod touch and return to the Insteon app to complete your Sonos setup.
 

Connecting to Wi-Fi on an Android device

  1. Tap the home button on your Android device and navigate to Settings.
  2. Tap Wi-Fi
  3. Ensure that Wi-Fi is on and tap your home's Wi-Fi network. If you have more than one Wi-Fi router, it is important to join the same Wi-Fi network as that used by your Sonos Player.
  4. Tap the Home button on your Android device and return to the Insteon app to complete your Sonos setup.
 

No Music Playing when Learning a Sonos Preset

 
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When learning a preset with your Sonos Player, you may encounter an alert informing you that no music was heard while listening to your Sonos Player. For the Insteon app to remember your musical selection in a preset, music must be actively playing from your Sonos Player.

Basic Troubleshooting

  1. Tap the Home button on your mobile device
  2. Navigate to and open the Sonos app
  3. Select the desired music from any of the sources available.
  4. When music begins playing, tap the Home button and return to the Insteon app.
 

Insteon Hub Pro (2243-222) Firmware Release Notes

Version 1.0.7

Identify your Insteon Hub version →

Update Insteon Hub Firmware with Insteon+

 

This version adds additional stability improvements and enables automatic firmware updates.

This update is recommended for all insteon Hub Pro users.

 

After installing this update you no longer need to manually restart your Hub Pro. Instead, quit the Insteon+ app when you are asked to restart Hub Pro. In addition, future updates will be distributed and automatically installed by Hub Pro.

 

 

Version 1.0.6

This version continues to improve overall Hub Pro stability and addresses issues with adding and controlling Insteon devices.

This update is recommended for all Insteon Hub Pro users.

After installing this update you no longer need to manually restart your Hub Pro. Instead, quit the Insteon+ app when you are asked to restart Hub Pro.

Improvements and Bug Fixes

  • Fixed an issue where the setinfo IP address was invalid

  • Fixed an issue where the Insteon Server does not name devices when new devices are added

  • Fixed an issue where the Insteon Server can return empty (zero length) name field

  • Fixed an issue that inadvertently exposed setting of the Hub Pro web interface password

  • Fixed an issue where the Insteon Server's http thread failed to properly terminate, preventing updates from successfully installing

  • Fixed an issue that required physical power-cycling to restart the Hub Pro after a firmware update

  • Removed access to Insteon Server logs through the web interface

  • Insteon Server now runs an initialize script during boot

  • Fixed an issue where the Insteon Server web interface may fail to load

  • Insteon Thermostats now map properly to HomeKit's heating and cooling threshold characteristics

  • Fixed an issue where Hub Pro would not be the first device in an Insteon Thermostat's link table, preventing thermostat status streaming

  • Fixed an issue where Insteon Thermostats did not display a heat-to and cool-to set point while in auto mode

  • Fixed an issue where setting the target temperature on an Insteon Thermostat would fail to set either the heat-to and cool-to temperatures correctly

  • Fixed an issue where scenes with more than 8 devices might fail to function

  • Fixed an issue where Insteon Thermostat temperature set points might violate target set point constraints

  • Changed the command used by HomeKit Server when requesting Insteon Thermostat status to improve efficiency

  • Improved how HomeKit Server translates temperature set points into Insteon Thermostat commands

  • Fixed an issue where adding an Insteon Thermostat via the Insteon ID caused all connected Insteon devices to become unreachable from the Insteon+ app

  • HomeKit Server now saves its current state prior to restarting to speed up restart boot times

  • Insteon Server and HomeKit Server now sync more frequently

  • Fixed an issue that prevented switching thermostat units from Fahrenheit to Celsius

  • Fixed an issue where HomeKit Server would incorrectly send All Off commands to Insteon Thermostats when setting the mode to Off

  • Fixed an issue where Insteon IDs could become mismatched after restarting Hub Pro or after adding a new Insteon device

  • Improved communication between HomeKit Server and Insteon Server when Insteon Server sends Insteon broadcast or cleanup messages

  • Fixed an issue where HomeKit Server would query devices unnecessarily upon receiving standard Insteon acknowledge messages

  • HomeKit Server now only queries Insteon Thermostats when Insteon Thermostats initiate device communication

  • Fixed an issue where the incorrect Insteon command was used to query a Ceiling Fan Controller's current fan speed

  • Fixed an issue where the incorrect Insteon command was used to query a Thermostat's current temperature

  • Fixed an issue where Insteon Thermostat status was not properly parsed

 

Version 1.0.5

 

This version continues to improve overall Hub Pro stability and addresses several networking-related issues.

This update is recommended for all Insteon Hub Pro users.

 

Bug Fixes

  • Numerous stability fixes that address loss of connection and issues where Hub Pro may unexpectedly stop responding

  • Resolved an issue with Hub Pro using an invalid IP address

  • Fixed an issue that accidentally automatically turned a device off after adding it to Insteon+

  • Reliability and speed improvements when reading the status of devices

 
 
 

Version 1.0.4

 

his version improves overall Hub Pro stability and reduces the frequency of dropped connections. Additional measures have been added to help Hub Pro automatically recover if it unexpectedly stops responding.

This update is recommended for all Insteon Hub Pro users.

 

Bug Fixes

  • General improvements to Hub Pro stability

  • Hub Pro will now automatically restart if it unexpectedly stops responding

  • Reduced the likelihood of encountering "Unable to Access Device" after adding devices

  • Removed HomeKit-prohibited characters from default Insteon device names