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    How do you command resume dim modules

    Hello...I am happy x10 is still working on HS4! I have a few 'newer' modules that resume the dim level when commanded ON. Is there a way to send the dim level from homeseer? Is there a way to brighten them? Everything works fine with the 'old' modules...send ON, wait a bit, then dim. On the new ones, sending on restores the dim level. This is ok if no one messes with the switch, but I would like to set an absolute value. Sending ON, then dim 99% dims them slightly more than the restored value. How can I get them brighter?

    I am using HS4 with the CM15A plugin and CM15A hw on a Zee.

    Thanks
    TJ

    #2
    Hello Tj,

    Please see this page that talks about the resume dim and other features of the newer X10 modules: Soft-Start Dimmer Problems -PLEASE READ FIRST (x10.com)
    It appears that these modules also respond to the Extended Dim commands so you can directly set their dim level.

    Since you are using a the CM15a with a HS Zee (Linux) the X10 'Extended Dim' commands are supported. Please try changing the device type to Extended for these devices and see if that allows you to directly set a dim or full on level. Unfortunately I don't have any of these devices to test with so please let me know what happens!

    Best regards,
    -Mark-

    Best regards,
    -Mark-

    If you're not out on the edge, you're taking up too much room!
    Interested in 3D maps? Check out my company site: Solid Terrain Modeling

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      #3
      Thanks Mark for your reply and info! I edited one of these new devices and changed from standard_dim to extended. I don't see any difference in performance. When the module is off, sending ON restores to the previous dim level. When the module if off, sending DIM 75% does nothing....I believe this is the direct dim command you suggested trying? When the module is off sending ON, then dim 75% restores to the previous dim level, then dims an additional 25%.

      FYI...I didn't see the Homeseer UI change when moving to extended......still only offers ON, OFF, dim 1-99%.

      Thanks for you help on this issue.

      TJ

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        #4
        Here is the log sending dim 75% to a module that is off resulting in the module remaining off.

        Time
        From
        Type
        Message


        1/24/2021 9:42:00 AM
        Legacy-Plugin
        CM15A DEBUG
        CM15A.ParseRcv()2: Address = A, LastCmd: Bright(24), IsCmd = True

        1/24/2021 9:42:00 AM
        Legacy-Plugin
        CM15A DEBUG
        CM15A.ParseRcv()1: data = 01/24 09:42:00 Rx PL House: A Func: Bright(24)

        1/24/2021 9:41:56 AM
        Legacy-Plugin
        CM15A DEBUG
        CM15A.ParseRcv()2: Address = A, LastCmd: Dim(9), IsCmd = False

        1/24/2021 9:41:56 AM
        Legacy-Plugin
        CM15A DEBUG
        CM15A.ParseRcv()2: Address = A, LastCmd: Dim(9), IsCmd = False

        1/24/2021 9:41:56 AM
        Legacy-Plugin
        CM15A DEBUG
        CM15A.SendCommand(3): plcmd = pl A3 bright 23

        1/24/2021 9:41:56 AM
        Legacy-Plugin
        CM15A DEBUG
        CM15A.SendCommand()1: HC = A, DC = 3, Cmd = 5, Val = 75, D1 = 0, D2 = 0

        1/24/2021 9:41:55 AM
        HomeSeer
        Event
        Event Trigger "TEST TEST foyer on 1"

        1/24/2021 9:41:55 AM
        HomeSeer
        Event
        Event TEST TEST foyer on 1 triggered by the event page 'Run' button.


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          #5
          Here is the log of commanding the module ON, waiting 3s, then issuing a DIM 75% resulting in the light turning ON to the previous level, and dimming an additional 25%.

          Time
          From
          Type
          Message


          1/24/2021 9:45:01 AM
          Legacy-Plugin
          CM15A DEBUG
          CM15A.ParseRcv()2: Address = A, LastCmd: Dim(9), IsCmd = True

          1/24/2021 9:45:01 AM
          Legacy-Plugin
          CM15A DEBUG
          CM15A.ParseRcv()1: data = 01/24 09:45:01 Rx PL House: A Func: Dim(9)

          1/24/2021 9:44:59 AM
          Legacy-Plugin
          CM15A DEBUG
          CM15A.ParseRcv()2: Address = A, LastCmd: Bright(24), IsCmd = False

          1/24/2021 9:44:59 AM
          Legacy-Plugin
          CM15A DEBUG
          CM15A.SendCommand(3): plcmd = pl A3 dim 8

          1/24/2021 9:44:59 AM
          Legacy-Plugin
          CM15A DEBUG
          CM15A.ParseRcv()2: Address = A, LastCmd: Bright(24), IsCmd = False

          1/24/2021 9:44:59 AM
          Legacy-Plugin
          CM15A DEBUG
          CM15A.SendCommand()1: HC = A, DC = 3, Cmd = 4, Val = 25, D1 = 0, D2 = 0

          1/24/2021 9:44:59 AM
          HomeSeer
          Event
          Deleting event after run: "Delayed Actions Ceiling (Delayed Action)"

          1/24/2021 9:44:59 AM
          HomeSeer
          Event
          Event Trigger "Delayed Actions Ceiling (Delayed Action)"

          1/24/2021 9:44:56 AM
          Legacy-Plugin
          CM15A DEBUG
          CM15A.ParseRcv()2: Address = A, LastCmd: Bright(24), IsCmd = False

          1/24/2021 9:44:56 AM
          Legacy-Plugin
          CM15A DEBUG
          CM15A.ParseRcv()2: Address = A, LastCmd: Bright(24), IsCmd = False

          1/24/2021 9:44:56 AM
          Legacy-Plugin
          CM15A DEBUG
          CM15A.SendCommand(3): plcmd = pl A3 on

          1/24/2021 9:44:56 AM
          Legacy-Plugin
          CM15A DEBUG
          CM15A.SendCommand()1: HC = A, DC = 3, Cmd = 100, Val = 0, D1 = 0, D2 = 0

          1/24/2021 9:44:56 AM
          HomeSeer
          Event
          Event Trigger "TEST TEST foyer on 2"

          1/24/2021 9:44:56 AM
          HomeSeer
          Event
          Event TEST TEST foyer on 2 triggered by the events page 'Run' button


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            #6
            Hello TJ, thank you very much for trying this out, I'm sorry it was not successful. Unfortunately, after digging into the code I see that there are still some serious issues with this version of the plugin that the original author did not address. Specifically, I don't see how an extended code ever gets sent despite the extended device type being enabled. I also see a bunch of weirdness with how bright & dim commands are being handled on both send and receive. I will look into this when I get a chance, but I'm sorry to say that it will be a while as my business is keeping me super busy. In the interim you might do some internet sleuthing on the modules you have to verify that they support Extended X10 dim commands and let me know.
            Best regards,
            -Mark-

            If you're not out on the edge, you're taking up too much room!
            Interested in 3D maps? Check out my company site: Solid Terrain Modeling

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              #7
              Thanks for taking a look Mark. Some of the strange received command MAY be from my repeater re-sending commands. Please let me know if any other debug info can help in your investigation.

              I appreciate your help keeping my x10 working!

              TJ

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