do I need to attaach a device to my router to control this dimmer or just an iPhone app?
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Controlled by a separate insteon controller. To control via iPhone app you will need to install the seperate Insteon Hub device on your home network. I have done this and works great. The Hub also lets you setup scheduled on/off of lights etc
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It is capable of doing so yes. I can dim through the app or the keypad linc it is connected to, though with the keypad linc I have to turn on full then dim but it is capable.
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I would just remove the dimmer and plug directly into a switch-controlled outlet. You could use a dimmer switch to control the outlet, which would accomplish your objective.
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There is a switch available via Home Depot (and similar stores, I'm sure) that will control fan speed and light dimmer via a wall switch. It is about $50. I'm using it and it works fine.
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The remote control is IR. iPhone does not support IR (InfraRed), thus it will not work. You would need a different battery box, perhaps a project for an Arduino. Dale
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There is one long car cable that attaches the foot controller to the dimmer box. I believe that is it...Every light fixture just plugs into the dimmer pack.
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Yes you can; however, you will need to get controler so it can communicate with the iphone app. You will need something as simple as the insteon hub or as powerful as the ISY994i (This is the one I have). It depends on how many devices you want to use, etc.
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My configuration relies on the local wifi and I have not opened a port for it to control from the internet. I can switch the plug on and off using my iPhone as long as my iPhone is on the same wifi as the Insteaon controller. I hope that makes sense; remember that Insteaon requires a controller so the iPhone cans send on/off etc signals to an insteaon device.
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Yes, lights have to have power. However you can dim lights to nothing through the app.
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Insteon devices only work once you have the hub. The hub is what is controlled by the iPhone app. Everything that the hub controls can be controlled through the app. Works very well.
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No, you will need an Insteon controller; without one its just an expensive bright LED bulb.
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It is a dimmer so if you have an LED light that is dimmed via an app or other softwRe you should get the appliance version. If you plan to use it with regular LED lights and dim them with this unit you should be fine.
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The OutletLinc Dimmer is only to control 2-prong lamps. You can use the OutletLinc Relay but it does not provide dimming functions: INSTEON 2473SWH OutletLinc Relay Remote Control On/Off Outlet (Non-Dimming), White
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I was also looking at the Revolv and believe you can. I have both the Insteon Hub/iOS app and HouseLinc controlling the Insteon bulb. When the hub is off. HouseLinc still controls the bulb leading me to believe multiple applications can control it. If I get one, I'll test to confirm.
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Basically "linking"; being control by another Insteon device (aka switch) or an X10 controller can be down without purchasing an Insteon Hub. However more advanced features are more easily set via PC Software and an Insteon Hub / PLM (ramp rate, initial on dim preset...etc). Basic linking is down via pressing and hold the set button on the front of the plug.
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I use the Vera Lite app to control the unit. I downloaded it to my android Galaxy S5
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You can set a rule such as 'Turn off at 10PM" or you can use the iPhone app to turn it off (or on). I was in Mexico and able to turn lights on and off (letting the dog know we were watching). The router connection operates like a secured Wifi connection. When the router is present the devices IP knows the wifi is present.