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Instant Notifications!

Don’t miss another important notification! Say goodbye to complicated email settings and confusing text messages from unknown numbers. Install the latest Notification plugin (node server) and enjoy hassle-free, reliable, and instant alerts. Do you want to see how easy it is on UD Mobile? Watch this video!

Plus, for the tech-savvy enthusiasts, customize it to your heart’s content through the Admin Console. Experience convenience, security, and peace of mind today. IMPORTANT: please see the prerequisites! 

Supported Notification Services

UD Mobile
– Automatically setup by UD Mobile App which uses UD Portal service. 

Pushover
– Simple push notifications to Android and iOS.

Telegram
– Secure chat app which allows setting up your own channel to send notifications.
– These can be shown on Android Auto, and possibly Car Play. None of the other methods show on Android Auto.

UD Portal
– Uses the ISY Portal notifications which are handled by the UD Mobile app. Will be replaced by UD Mobile.

Email
– This feature is planned for the future.

Notification Plugin Versions

Free Version

– Automatically installed by UD Mobile (if not already installed).
– Only allows sending messages with through UD Mobile.
– Only allows 8 messages per day.
– Does not retry on failure.

Standard Version

– Free Trial for 30 days – $15 one-time fee.
– Will continually retry to send the message when the service or internet access is down.
– Easily switch between sending to one user or a group:

  • By editing settings in the Admin Console.
  • Or on the fly in a program.

– When a services API key changes it only has to be updated in one place
– Includes future enhancements:

  • Attempts retry to a “fallback” service when desired service is failing. For example, if UD Mobile service is down, it can fall back to pushover or telegram.
  • Make Retries persistent so they will continue to retry after a system/service restart/reboot.
  • Email support

If you really appreciate this plugin, please consider upgrading to the Standard version to help support the developer’s efforts.

For more information, including examples, please check out this document.
For support or feature requests, please visit UD Forum or Project GitHub.

Prerequisites & Discounts

– Polisy or eisy. Get $25 discount for eisy using coupon code KMP8QEXA (expires 07/05/2023)
– Active ISY Portal License
– UD Mobile 
– IoX version 5.6.2 and above
– PG3x version 3.1.31 and above

IMPORTANT NOTE: If you have a Polisy, and if you want to use UD Mobile automatic features, you must migrate to PG3X using the instructions here. If you wish to stay on PG3, and recognizing the shortcomings, your PG3 needs to be on version 3.1.23 or above.

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Final Goodbye to ISY994 Series

June 1st is upon us and sadly it’s now time to say our final goodbyes to our beloved ISY994 Series. It will be missed dearly.

What Models Are Affected?

With the exception of ISY 994r, ISY 994 PRO OADR, and OEMs all other models are affected.

What Does It Mean for Me?

Starting 06/01/2023:

  • Free technical support will cease for any issues relating to ISY994 Series. Paid support will remain available till 06/01/2024.
  • You can no longer add modules to your existing ISY994s. 
  • All requests for transfer from one 994 to another 994 will require a $125 transfer fee. 

What Are My Options?

eisy | home

  • Please note that if you want to use your existing Serial PLM (2413S), you will also need our Serial PLM Kit (or you can make it yourself using the part numbers and pinout in the same link).

Upgrade Discount?

Yes. Please use coupon code ZAFHC46J for $25 discount per eisy. Expires 06/15/2023. For our Candian friends, AARTech offers a discount as well using coupon code: EISY25UP.

Questions?

If you have any questions, please submit a ticket. 

 

 

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Ring Is Back!

Yes, Ring plugin is back and easily integrated into your eisy! By using the ding and motion events from your doorbells, and the motion events from your cameras (stickup cams & floodlights), you can easily create eisy programs that make your home even more secure and awesome. 

Yes, you can also control Ring floodlights. 

Prerequisites: 

  1. eisy or Polisy version 5.6.0 +
  2. A valid ISY Portal license
    • PG3 Remote connection must be enabled. Settings are in ISY Portal under Select Tools | Maintenance | PG3 Remote connection
  3. If you have a Polisy,
    • Version 5.6.0 +
    • Enable PG3x: https://polisy.local:8443/rest/pg3x.enable
    • Reboot and wait for a beep + 1. Migrating node servers from PG3 to PG3x might take up to 2 minutes per node server. So, please be patient. Once all node servers show connected, reboot again.

Limitations:

  • Although you can control lights, the Ring API does not provide the state of the light.
  • Mailboxes are not yet supported in the Ring API

Still debating migration to eisy?

How about a $25.00 discount? Please use coupon code 9DRUH3RB at checkout (expires 05/22/2023). For your reference, here are the migration instructions.

Cool examples:

 

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eisy Is Back!

Thanks to your overwhelming support, eisy went out of stock in record time. eisy is now back and can’t wait to take your home to the 22nd century (yeah, you read right)!

Discount?

Yes, of course. Use coupon code eisy-is-back for $25.00 off (expires 05/08/2023).

What Next?

  • Purchase your eisy | home.
  • IMPORTANT: if you have 2413S PLM, purchase a Serial PLM Kit. You can also make it yourself using the part numbers and pinout in the same link
  • Migrate to it using these instructions.

  

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Now Shipping eisy | home! Copy

eisy | home is our 7th generation home automation controller and energy management system. It’s called eisy because it’s based on the same rock-solid ISY technology as its predecessors while also restructured for ease of configuration and use through our fantastic UD Mobile App. eisy is packed with power and flexibility and it’s so cute that some of us call it ‘cutie’! You don’t believe it? Checkout this video.

Specs

Hardware:

  • Intel Celeron Quad Core @2.9GHz | 8GB RAM | 60GB Storage | TPM 2.0
  • WiFi 6 | Bluetooth 5.2 | 1 x Gigabit Ethernet | 4 x USB Ports | 2 x 4K HDMI Ports 
  • Internal NVMe slot can extend storage to 1TB

Operating System:

Refined version of FreeBSD. UD manages building and maintaining the kernel and core/required packages. The OS and packages were designed to be easily field upgradeable and ensure that you configure once and run forever.

Device Support

  • INSTEON Support – Requires a PLM (not included): 2413S, 2413U, or 24487U. If you are using 2413S (serial/RS232), then you will need our Serial PLM Kit
  • Z-Wave Support – Requires our ZMatter USB dongle (not included)
  • Zigbee / Matter Support – Requires our ZMatter USB dongle (not included). Zigbee and Matter support will not be available till 03/2023
  • 100s of other devices and services are supported through our awesome and vetted third-party developed node servers (plugins). Here’s the list

How Easy Is It to Setup?

  • Plug in the power cord to your eisy
  • If you have a WIFI network, nothing else is necessary. If you prefer using a wired connection, plug in an Ethernet cable to the network port on eisy. Ensure that your network is DHCP enabled
  • Install UD Mobile by scanning the QR Code below on your mobile phone:
  • Let UD Mobile guide you the rest of the way

For your viewing pleasure, here are some videos:

More Information & To Order

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Make Your eisy IR Enabled!

Have you ever wondered how you can make your eisy IR enabled, just like the ISY994i IR Series? 

If so, it’s rather easy! eISYIR  node server brings back ISY994i IR functionality into eisy and allows you to trigger programs using an IR remote control.

What do I need?

1 x eisy running 5.5.9 firmware. 
1 x FLIRC USB. Here’s the link to Amazon.

eISYIR also works on Polisy v5.59 but you will need to migrate your PG3 to PG3x. This is a one-way and automatic migration procedure and there’s no going back. If interested, please backup your PG3 and then click on the link below:
https://polisy.local:8443/rest/pg3x.enable

How do I get started?

1. Download and install FLIRC desktop software from the product page

2. If you wish to use your existing 994 IR config:

  • Download the config from here
  • Watch this video that shows you how to import into your FLIRC

3. Alternatively select any profile (full keyboard has most keys) and use any remote control to map IR key presses to keys. This video shows you how this is done.

4. Then install eISYIR node server into your eisy and plug FLIRC into any one of eisy USB ports. No other configuration is necessary.

How do I use it?

  1. Once you press the remote button, eISYIR will create a key press node in your IoX. This video shows you how this is done.
  2. Once the node is created, it can be used to control IoX programs, as illustrated in this video. 

Upgrade your 994 to eisy and get a $25.00 discount!

Migration is pretty eisy! Here are the instructions.

Please note that for INSTEON support, you will need our Serial-PLM-Kit or you need to build one (part#s and pinouts are provided in the same link).

Yes, you can use coupon code MVUN32E9 for $25.00 off. (expires 03/31/2023).

 

Enjoy your new toy!

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Automate Your Shades!

Blinded by the Light? Try Automated Blinds and Shades.

Automated window shades and blinds may seem like something you’d only see in the mansions of the rich and famous, but there are numerous benefits — and the cost may be lower than you’d think.

Automated window coverings can play a big role in managing energy use and cost. Automating your shades using eisy and the weather plugin of your choice, you can have south-facing window coverings automatically open to take advantage of the limited outdoor light in the winter, or when it’s colder outside, and help keep your home warmer, reducing the load on the HVAC system. In the summer, or when it’s hotter outside, close coverings on western-facing windows to help keep your home cooler. For more information see https://www.energy.gov/eere/better-buildings-residential-network/articles/window-treatments-undervalued-highly-efficient

In addition, automated shades and blinds can enhance your privacy and deter thieves. With automation using eisy, you don’t have to walk around the house raising and lowering blinds every day; eisy can automatically and easily adjust them on a schedule of your choosing. And no more nighttime peeping Toms! With blinds open during the day and closed at night, your home will look occupied even when you’re away for a day or two, making it less of a target for the bad guys.

eisy makes it easy to find a shade and blind that works with your decor and budget.

You can make dumb shades smart!

You can update your current shades, if they use a pull chain or pull cord, with the RYSE Smart Shade.

Lutron never fails

Lutron provides a large range of cellular, roller shades and wood blinds.

Somfy’s been there forever

Somfy has a wide selection of automated windows covering solutions.

SmarterHome makes your blinds and shades smarter

SmarterHome has both replacement shades and blinds along with kits to automate existing installations.

Upgrade your 994 to eisy and get a $25.00 discount!

Migration is pretty eisy! Here are the instructions.

Please note that for INSTEON support, you will need our Serial-PLM-Kit or you need to build one (part#s and pinouts are provided in the same link).

Yes, you can use coupon code 75VJAMBJ for $25.00 off. (expires 03/22/2023).

 

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Bye Bye ISY994i !

“The Only Thing That Is Constant Is Change -”
― Heraclitus

Thanks to you for its enormous success, and after 14 years of rock-solid operations and performance, sadly we must say goodbye to our beloved ISY994i Series.

What Models Are Affected?

With the exception of ISY 994r, ISY 994 PRO OADR, and OEMs all other models are affected.

What Does It Mean for Me?

As long as your unit works, nothing! Otherwise:

  • We no longer carry any spare parts and/or replacements.
  • Starting 06/01/2023:
    • You can no longer add modules to your existing 994s. 
    • All requests for transfer from one 994 to another 994 will require a $125 transfer fee. 
    • Free technical support will cease for any issues relating to 994i Series. Paid support will remain available till 06/01/2024.

What Are My Options?

Questions?

If you have any questions, please submit a ticket. 

 

  

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