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    Alexa/Echo Command does not work on that device

    I just had to replace my hub 2. I got everything set up and added the echo. When I give the command alexa turn off the kitchen light she say that command does not work on that device. But she still turns it of or on depending on which command I give. She does that on every device but still complete the command. She was working flawlessly 3 days ago.
    Does anyone have any ides. I tried to remove alexa/ re add the devices. Unplug her and restart her. Remove the device from insteon and add it back in?

    #2
    Sorry to hear that you're having trouble with Alexa control. Is it safe to assume that 3 days ago when it was working fine, it was with the previous hub? Have you tried forgetting all devices via the Alexa app and then re-adding? Any additional details you can provide will be helpful.
    Insteon Stats
    User since: 2005
    House has: 35 devices (+ 20 or more so for testing)
    Managing with: Hub 2 & Director

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      #3
      Hi Isaac, yes Alexa worked flawlessly the 3 days ago before in replaced my hub because it died. I have no scene created since I installed the replacement HUB. I have only re-created the basic for now. So I only have lights a water sensors and garage link. But the only devices aleax discovered are the lights in the alexa app. Again I have not created any scenes yet.

      The indicator moves between green and white on the lights. I also have Insteon lamp modules and I get the same response from Alex but she still turns them on and off. I did remove everything from Alexa app and then re-discoved the devices.

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        #4
        Alright. Thank you for elaborating. I'll private message you for your account details and we'll have a look on the back end.
        Insteon Stats
        User since: 2005
        House has: 35 devices (+ 20 or more so for testing)
        Managing with: Hub 2 & Director

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          #5
          Ok update. I am at a loss... I removed all device from Insteon app. I factory rest all devices. I removed all devices from ISY. I unplugged PLM from the power. I deleted my Insteon account and factory rest the HUB 2245-222. I factory rest Echo/Alexa. I created a new account on insteon. I created a new account for alexa. I added 1 switch to the insteon HUB switch link dimmer. I re-set up Alexa from scratch. I checked for updates on the hub.

          I say to Alexa turn off Hall lights she turns them off just like she did before doing all of this and she still says that command does not work on that device. She used to say OK. I am totally out of ideas. Is anyone out there have the same Issue?

          All new accounts factory reset everything only 1 device on the account. and alexa still says that command does not work on that device even thought she still carries out the demand?

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            #6
            Just checking to see if anyone is have this issue. I have not received a response from Isaac at Insteon.

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              #7
              That's an Amazon error, not Insteon.
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                #8
                Try this:
                Make sure that skills are enabled in your Alexa app. If not, then "Enable" the skills.
                Make sure you are using a valid command for your device.
                Also, Make sure your echo device ,Alexa are connected to same Wi-Fi network.

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                  #9
                  The vast majority of the time, Alexa sits around completely dormant until called upon. But the ring around the top of the Echo and Echo Dot lights up in seven colors, which can alert you if there is a problem.
                  • Red means the mic switch on top of the speaker has been pressed and the speaker will not listen to your requests.
                  • Orange means the device is trying to connect to the wireless network.
                  • Violet appears when a problem occurs during the Wi-Fi setup.

                  The status indicator may be different on other Amazon Alexa enabled devices, such as the Amazon Tap (pictured below). It comes in the form of five tiny LEDs along the top-front edge of the speaker.
                  • Pulsing red lights mean Alexa could not complete or process your command.
                  • Pulsing amber lights from left to right means the speaker is in setup mode, waiting for you to pair it with a network using the Alexa app.
                  • Pulsing blue lights mean the speaker is in Bluetooth pairing mode.

                  That's not all the light ring is for, however. It can tell you if someone is calling you, if your Amazon order is out for delivery, the volume of the speaker and more.

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