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Compatibility
INSTEON
Radio Frequency (RF)
USB
X10 Compatible
Features
Dual-Band
Plug-In
Wireless
Ease of Installation
Intermediate (Installs < 60 minutes)
Brand
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USB Home Automation Interface Allows INSTEON Lighting & Appliance Control From Your PC
PowerLinc - INSTEON Modem, USB
PowerLinc Modem - INSTEON USB Interface (Dual-Band)
PowerLinc Modem - INSTEON USB Interface (Dual-Band)
Item# 2413U
Price: $79.99
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Overview

  • Now works with HouseLinc - a free INSTEON management software solution for PC
  • Easy, trouble-free USB connection
  • Control INSTEON and X10 devices from compatible HA software
  • Interface supports INSTEON extended messages
  • Supports 1,000+ links

Essential Info

The USB INSTEON PowerLinc Modem is a USB-based home automation interface that allows PC- and hardware-based automation controllers to control INSTEON-compatible lights, appliances, heating/air conditioning systems and alarm systems directly via the INSTEON network. The dual-band interface sends and receives both powerline and radio frequency (RF) INSTEON signals, so it doubles as an Access Point. This makes it ideal for new INSTEON installations if you have or plane to use an RF-only INSTEON-compatible remote, thermostat, motion sensor and contact sensor. The RF signal can bypass electrical noise or attenuation near the PC and it pulls many of the "distant" INSTEON devices one hop closer, which can expand the size of potential installations into even larger homes and commercial buildings.

New features:
  • Built-in Dual-Band with RF function, acts like an Access Point for phase bridging and RF to/from power line
  • 1023 links (compared to around 800 links previously)
  • Added a beep sounder
  • Red/Green LED light
  • Supports faster reading and writing of the PLM's database by another controller
  • Much lighter weight
  • No pass-through outlet
Please Note: The controller connected to the USB INSTEON PowerLinc Modem must remain powered on and running the controller program connected to the controller or host at all times of usage. Additionally, the dual-band interface does not supply power to external devices.

Other PowerLinc Options:
PowerLinc Modem - INSTEON Serial Interface (Dual-Band)


Manuals/Software

What's Included

  • PowerLinc Modem - INSTEON USB Interface (Dual-Band)
  • Quick Start Guide
  • USB Cable - Type B to Type A
  • More Info

    Ideal for Developer Use
    Please note that developing application and controls for the PLM is not for the casual home automation enthusiast. Due to the nature of this product, Smarthome's technical support staff cannot offer programming support for developers. We cannot assist in the troubleshooting or development of applications and/or code.

    If you are interested in developing software for the PowerLinc or for more information about becoming an INSTEON developer please click here.

    Advanced support for INSTEON developers is sold separately; click here for more information.

    Specifications

    General
    Brand:INSTEON
    Manufacturer Product No.:2413U - PowerLinc Modem - INSTEON USB Interface (Dual-Band)
    UPC:891114000136
    Patent No.:U.S. Patent No. 7,345,998, International patents pending
    Warranty:2 years, limited
    General
    Interface:USB
    Baud Rate:19,200 Kbps
    USB Current Draw:0 mA
    USB ID:VID: 0x403, PID: 0x6001
    Operation
    Status LED:Green + Red LED
    Local Control:None
    Operation Modes:INSTEON only, x10 only, INSTEON and X10 Combo Mode
    Combo Mode Message Order:INSTEON, X10, INSTEON Cleanup
    Combo Memory:Non-volatile EEPROM
    INSTEON Features
    INSTEON Addresses:1 hard-coded out of 16,777,216 possible
    INSTEON Links:1,023
    INSTEON Power Line Frequency:131.65 KHz
    INSTEON Device Category:0x03 (Network Bridges)
    INSTEON Device Sub-Category:0x15
    INSTEON Minimum Transmit Level:3.2 Vpp into 5 Ohms
    INSTEON Minimum Receive Level:10 mV
    INSTEON Messages Repeated:Yes
    Mechanical
    Operating Conditions:Indoors, 32 to 104° F, up to 85% relative humidity
    Dimensions:3.9" H x 2.6" W x 1.5" D
    Weight:4.0 oz
    Electrical
    Supply Voltage:120 Volts AC +/- 20%, 60 Hertz, single phase
    Certification:Safety tested for use in USA and Canada (ETL #3017581)
    X10 Features (applies to power line only)
    X10 Controllable Addresses:256 possible
    X10 Powerline Frequency:120 KHz
    X10 Minimum Transmit Level:3.2 Vpp into 5 ohms
    X10 Minimum Receive Level:20mV into 5 ohms
    X10 Messages Repeated:No


    Reviews

    49 Ratings
    5 star: 67%  (33)
    4 star: 12%  (6)
    3 star: 8%  (4)
    2 star: 6%  (3)
    1 star: 6%  (3)
    Average Customer Rating
    (49 customer ratings)
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    LOUIS E. -- colchester, VT   4/23/2011
    Seems to be very reliable at communicating with my many Insteon devices. Controlling it with Indigo on a Mac. Very pleased so far.
    GUILLAUME -- sherbrooke, QC   4/14/2011
    Very good product. Working as intended. Great service and follow up from smarthome. Buy in confidence.
    WILLIAM -- asheville, NC   3/31/2011
    works very well
    MICHAEL -- fort collins, CO   3/18/2011
    Worked great with my Insteon devices and interface to a Vera2 Home Automation system
    DOUG -- river forest, IL   3/17/2011
    Works well after I attached the computer equipment and UPS to which it was connected to a power strip. Before that, it did not work at all.
    ERIC -- valrico, FL   3/12/2011
    Very fast communication with Indigo 4.X. Easy to setup. Works great as a second "Access Point".
    PIERRE -- eagan, MN   3/10/2011
    This is a great device. However, you will still need some Access Point to cover your entire house.
    RICHARD -- liberty hill, TX   2/16/2011
    This is so much better than the PLC I had. Commands are quick to execute -- very pleased
    BRIAN -- shawnee, KS   1/24/2011
    Works good. No issues.
    CLIFTON -- lexington, KY   1/16/2011
    Works great - especially with Indigo!
    RITA -- littleton, CO   1/15/2011
    Had to download a driver and had a few issues around that
    BROCK -- mcdade, TX   12/18/2010
    Works better than expected. I'm using misterhouse with the PLM and it works great! We forget to leave a light on sometimes when we leave, so with a web enabled phone, when we are close enough to the house, we can connect to our network and turn on the outside lights and not have to worry about stepping on a snake in the dark.
    JEFF -- clearwater, FL   12/18/2010
    My triggerlinc's work much faster now.
    SC -- butler, PA   11/8/2010
    Should have sent it back, when used with HCA, it constantly locks up.
    CARL -- saint charles, MO   10/21/2010
    Perfect way to use Vera controller with Insteon devices.
    SEAN -- rowlett, TX   8/22/2010
    I purchased this device to "talk with my EZFlora that was acting up". It was not very hard to get going once I had all the pieces.
    MICHAEL -- edina, MN   7/19/2010
    Prodect exactly as desrcibed. Fast shipping!!!
    EDWARD C. STANK -- menlo park, CA   4/17/2010
    Painless install. Works well with Indigo software on the Mac. You're not really supposed to put an extension on the USB cable for the best signal but I've got a 6 oot extension and I've not had any problems at all. There is a slight "chirp" sound when linking to other units but it only happens during set-up and is inconsequential.
    JASON -- newcastle, WA   4/15/2010
    Works great, much faster than the old PLC.
    DAVID -- mosinee, WI   3/23/2010
    Works great.

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