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    Multiple Input Device 240 VAC

    For those of us outside the US Market, I feel there would be a need for a multiple input device which could be retrofitted behind existing wall switches. This way we can make existing switches, "smart" as being part of the network. We cannot use the existing range of switches from INSTEON and the wireless one, well it's OK for some things, but not everyone wants to plug it into a charger every 3 months or so. .Probably wouldn't need any outputs, just 240VAC rated inputs in a Micro module style. Perhaps the Users in Europe/ UK have a similar requirement?


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    They already make a 240 / 50 Hz micro module that's intended to be placed behind a standard switch: http://www.smarthome.com/insteon-244...e-869-mhz.html

    http://www.smarthome.com/insteon-mic...e-869-mhz.html

    http://www.smarthome.com/insteon-mic...e-869-mhz.html
    Teken . . .

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      Thanks Teken, we currently use this device, the only problem is that it still only gives you 1 switch (mechanical) to use. If we have a 4 gang wall switch, we would need 4 of these, which wouldn't fit in behind the switch. My suggestion would be to change the firmware, so as switch input 2 could be configured as a seperate (different channel) switch input to Switch 1 Input.
      If we had momentary switch mechanism, then the switch input could be configured exactly how it is now for non latching switched.
      Double tap for Instant On, Double tap for Instant Off, or Hold for ramping on dimmable devices. (it would do this on both inputs)
      If switch input 2 did the same function, but independant of Switch 1 input, we could at least make 2 'smart' switches. For a 4 gang switch, we may stand a chance of fitting this in the wall cavity.
      You could delete the relay inside the device, as this would be for 'Smart' switches only. The Responder does the work of switching or dimming.
      Being same case etc, I don't think you would need any additional testing or Certification (but I could be wrong) as possibly only changing the firmware inside the device?
      The wireless switches are not really an option as the 'life' is only 3 months between recharges and people don't want to have the wall plates apart to do this. (having said that Lutron claim 10 years on their wireless switch based on 4 operations a day)
      Cheers

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