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Early Black Friday Sale!

First and foremost:

Get 15% off everything in our store with coupon code 96ZAXAEF (expires 12/03/2024). Plus, enjoy a free one-year ISY Portal license as our gift to you! 

We’ve made it easier than ever to migrate from your 994!

  • For INSTEON devices, migration is as simple as a backup and restore.
  • If you’re using a 500 series Z-Wave unit (models with ZW+), migration is just as seamless.
  • Your ISY Portal licenses and Alexa/Google Home configurations transfer with a single click.
  • Extend your system with 100s of plugins: [Click here for the list]

What You’ll Need:

We’ve prepared exhaustive migration instructions to guide you every step of the way: [Click here for the full guide]

This Black Friday, make the switch to eisy and enjoy enhanced capabilities, seamless migration, and unmatched savings! Don’t miss out!

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Tesla EV + Powerwall Plugins Using Official APIs

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Prerequisites:

  • eisy – enjoy a $40 discount when you upgrade to eisy using coupon code FFADCAUF
  • ISY Portal – enjoy a one year free ISY Portal license when you upgrade to eisy

Introduction

Tesla has recently launched official APIs, enabling seamless home automation integration for Tesla EVs and PowerWalls without relying on token-based access methods which have since been obsoleted. The two new Tesla plugins – one for Tesla EVs and one for Tesla Powerwall – use this official API. All features are available both through UD Mobile as well as the Admin Console for both plugins. 

Tesla EV

The Tesla EV plugin (udiTeslaEV2) supports up to nine vehicles, each with a main node and two sub-nodes for climate and charging control. The charging node manages settings such as charge current and start time, while the climate node controls functions like pre-conditioning. The main EV node provides an overview of vehicle status, including controls like activating HomeLink® to open a garage door. All commands are sent securely using the new, encrypted API, with access granted by the user via a virtual key that can be revoked anytime.

The solution incorporates a secure login process, redirecting users to the Tesla website for authentication and API approval. As the official API imposes some rate limitations, EV data can be updated every 10 minutes, and charging commands are limited to five per day. To conserve vehicle battery life, the system allows the EV to sleep or go offline, only waking the vehicle when controls or data retrieval are needed. Polling intervals are customizable for optimal timing control.

Tesla Powerwall

The Tesla PowerWall plugin (udiTeslaPW2) also utilizes the new official Tesla API, requiring user authentication through the Tesla website to grant permission for data access and control. This plugin supports key PowerWall functions, including grid status, storm mode activation, and more. Each installation creates a main node displaying current operational status and two sub-nodes: one for a daily summary (e.g., for automated reports) and another for configuration control.

Additionally, users have the option to retrieve most data directly from the PowerWall locally by entering its IP address; however, local access supports data retrieval only, with no control capabilities. This secure and versatile integration makes PowerWall management more accessible and efficient.

 

 

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 Happy Halloween!

Get 12% discount plus One Free Year of ISY Portal, upgrade to eisy, and spookify your guests with Halloween Automation!

With over 120 plugins available for eisy, the possibilities are endless! And if you are a geek, you may qualify for a free eisy for development!!!

Why should I upgrade?

  • 994 is no longer supported.
  • Support for newer INSTEON i3 products.
  • Support for Z-Wave/Zigbee, and very soon Matter, using ZMatter USB
  • Instant push notifications to UD Mobile from your programs.
  • Geo Fencing lets eisy perform different tasks based on your location.
  • Camera support on UD Mobile.
  • Integration with over 120 other devices and services such as Ring, Ecobee, ELK, Tesla, Roomba, Wemo, Sonos and Weather Services.
  • Minimal learning curve because you can still use the same familiar Admin Console interface. 

How easy is it to upgrade?

If you have a 994 with firmware 5.2.0+ and don’t have any Z-Wave devices, it’s as easy as:

  • Backing up your 994.
  • Disconnecting the PLM from your 994 and connect it to a USB port on eisy using the Serial PLM Kit.
  • With one click, migrate your ISY Portal License as well as Alexa and Google Home configurations to your new eisy.

If you do have Z-Wave devices, and due to the nature of Z-Wave routing algorithms, migration might not be as seamless. Here’s the link to the complete migration instructions.

What do I need?

What’s the discount coupon?

The discount coupon is 37A2FGFU and it expires on 11/10/2024.

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Celebrate with Insteon – Exclusive Offer for the UD Community!

To celebrate the two-year anniversary of its acquisition, Insteon is pleased to offer free shipping on all orders over $50 (valid through September 30, 2024). As a valued Universal Devices customer, you can also enjoy 10% off all Insteon products by using the special link below. This offer is valid for 30 days from the receipt of this email.

New to Insteon? Sign up for their newsletter and receive an additional 10% off coupon code for your first purchase.**

If you’ve been considering expanding your eisy network with additional Insteon devices, now is the perfect opportunity to take advantage of these exclusive offers. Please note: Insteon i3 devices are compatible exclusively with eisy/polisy.Shop Insteon Now

Shop Insteon Now!

 

Don’t have an eisy yet? Now is the time to upgrade! Get 12% off your purchase by using coupon code 2JG7VANJ at checkout (valid through September 3, 2024). Upgrading is as easy as backing up your 994 and restoring it on your new eisy (except for Z-Wave). Here is the link to the complete migration instructions. What you need:

  • eisy with firmware version 5.8.3 and above (shipping version is 5.84)
  • Serial PLM Kit if and only if you want to use your existing PLM

 

 ** A “new customer” is defined as a customer who has not made a purchase from shop.insteon.com (i.e., no orders since June 2022). New customer and 10% Universal Device offers cannot be combined but can be used individually on separate orders.

 

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Back to the Future!

Due to overwhelming demand, eisy went out of stock in record time. Our next large shipment is on the way and we expect to fulfill orders by July 15, 2024. However, a large portion of this shipment is already allocated to our valued integrators, dealers, and utility customers. We encourage you to take this opportunity to preorder to ensure availability before we run out again.

Upgrading information:

Upgrade is as easy as backing up your 994 and restoring on your new eisy (except for Z-Wave). Here is the link to the complete migration instructions. What you need:

  • eisy with firmware version 5.8.3 and above (shipping version is 5.84)
  • Serial PLM Kit if and only if you want to use your existing PLM (recommended)
  • ZMatter USB (optional)

Discount?

Yes, of course. Use coupon code 5WUTJVSD for 12% off (expires 08/01/2024).

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ISY994 / ISY Portal Service Announcement!

Hello everyone,

As you may have noticed, we have had ISY Portal outages and service degradations recently, primarily stemming from the outdated technology utilized in ISY994 (particularly firmware versions below 5.3.4). These issues led to rapid connect/disconnect/subscribe payloads, overwhelming the resources of ISY Portal.

Regrettably, these reliability issues have caused disruptions for both you and other users. To ensure continued service, we’ve implemented a lower security setup specifically for ISY994 connections. However, maintaining multiple setups has proven to be more costly than anticipated.

Consequently, we find it necessary to adjust the renewal pricing for ISY994 to $44/year, with renewals limited to one year. Rest assured, renewal rates for eisy remain unchanged at $24/year or $39 for two years.

We encourage you to consider upgrading to eisy, as it offers enhanced features and cost-effectiveness for everyone.  As an incentive, we’re offering a complimentary 1-year ISY Portal subscription along with a 12% discount on all hardware for those who choose to upgrade (please see the bottom for more information).

We understand that this news may be disappointing, and we apologize for any inconvenience it may cause. Your satisfaction and ongoing support are very important to us, and we remain committed to delivering the best possible service.

With kind regards,
Michel

 

Upgrading information:

Upgrade is as easy as backing up your 994 and restoring on your new eisy (except for Z-Wave). Here is the link to the complete migration instructions. What you need:

You get 12% discount by using coupon code HAE52KSJ (expires 05/21/2024). Once you get your new eisy, please contact sales@universal-devices.com and request for 1 free year of ISY Portal.

 

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No Hub Hue!

“Are you experiencing difficulties maintaining a connection between eisy and your Philips Hue hub, perhaps due to non-discoverable hubs or changing IP addresses after power outages? If so, you can now seamlessly integrate your Philips Hue bulbs with eisy via ZMatter USB, thereby eliminating the dependency on the hub.

Here’s a brief video demonstrating how simple it is to add your Hue bulbs to eisy.

Prerequisites:

You don’t have an eisy yet? Get 12% discount to upgrade!

Yes, you get 12% discount by using coupon code XPK5WQ38 (expires 05/07/2024). 

If you’re upgrading from a Polisy, you will also get an additional $30 refunded back to your CC. Once you place the order, please send an email to sales with the copy of your invoice/order for Polisy.

Upgrade is as easy as backing up your 994 and restoring on your new eisy (except for Z-Wave). Here is the link to the complete migration instructions. 

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eisy Speaks!

Are you tired of struggling with Alexa routines just to get simple audio announcements? Do you dream of streaming your favorite tunes or live streaming your favorite radio stations through your Bluetooth speakers, free from the irritating interruptions of your phone’s notifications and sounds? Well, it’s time to put an end to the struggle and make those dreams a reality because now eisy can easily handle it all for you!

All you need is our latest Audio Player plugin!

Features:

  • Hassle-free audio announcements: Just provide the text, and let eisy do the rest!
  • Translate your text: Specify the desired translation language, and eisy will do the translation for you (e.g., from English to French).
  • Easily stream your favorite live content: Share your list of live stream URLs with eisy, and it will take care of streaming them for you.
  • Flexible audio output: Stream to either the headphone jack or your Bluetooth speakers with ease (requires the free Bluetooth plugin).
  • Convenient output switching: Easily switch between the headphone jack and Bluetooth speakers even while playing content.
  • As always, everything is integrated with eisy programs so that you can automate everything.

Cost

$5.26 one-time fee.

Prerequisites

  • eisy firmware version 5.8.0 and above.
  • For Bluetooth, you need the free Bluetooth plugin.

You don’t have an eisy yet? Get 12% discount to upgrade!

Yes, you get 12% discount by using coupon code TQZKM9GD (expires 3/23/2024). 

If you’re upgrading from a Polisy, you will also get an additional $30 refunded back to your CC. Once you place the order, please send an email to sales with the copy of your invoice/order for Polisy.

Upgrade is as easy as backing up your 994 and restoring on your new eisy (except for Z-Wave). Here is the link to the complete migration instructions. 

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Supercharge Your eisy!

Now that you’ve enhanced your eisy with added storage and a virtual machine (VM), you may wonder how to further boost its performance and reliability. Well, wonder no more! Our latest blog post will guide you through the process of configuring your eisy to boot from an NVMe SSD, with the option to use the onboard eMMC drive as a mirror for redundancy. 

You don’t have an eisy yet? Get 12% discount to upgrade!

Yes, you get 12% discount by using coupon code ER622HZH (expires 2/20/2024).

If you’re upgrading from a Polisy, you will also get an additional $30 refunded back to your CC. Once you place the order, please send an email to sales with the copy of your invoice/order for Polisy.

What do I need?

  • 1 x eisy
  • 1 x Serial PLM Kit if and only if you are using a 2413S PLM. You don’t need this if you are using a 2413U
  • For Z-Wave
    • If your Polisy already has the ZMatter dongle, then all you need is the ZMatter USB Enclosure
    • Otherwise, and only if you have Z-Wave devices that you want to migrate: 1 x ZMatter USB

How easy is it to upgrade?

If you have a Polisy or 994 with firmware versions 4.x or 5.x and don’t have any Z-Wave devices, it’s as easy as:

  • Backing up your 994.
  • Disconnecting the PLM from your 994 and connect it to a USB port on eisy using the Serial PLM Kit.
  • With one click, migrate your ISY Portal License as well as Alexa and Google Home configurations to your new eisy.

If you do have Z-Wave devices, and don’t already have a ZMatter dongle, due to the nature of Z-Wave routing algorithms, migration might not be as seamless.

Here’s the link to the complete migration instructions.

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