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Side By Side Comparison

2009-09-23T18:41:11Z

Boyo: Vacation mode link.

This is meant to be an informative, objective comparison of Vera and the other Z-Wave gateways, not a 1-sided sales pitch. If other Z-Wave gateways have features we have not listed, you can add those features. You can also add other gateways that are not on the list, and correct any mistakes and add notes. This document is a wiki, editable by the public.

Note that this document, being a wiki, contains data provided by the public and our customers as well as those of our competitors. The list of features supported by the Schlage and Hawking products comes from customers who use those products and Mi Casa Verde has not independently verified all the features of our competitors products. If there are any inaccuracies, anybody is able to correct them.

'''NOTE: 27 July 2009 micasaverde: Has updated the page with the new features in our Luup release, which is now in beta, including the new cell phone apps which are in beta and will be released in about 2 weeks.'''

'''NOTE: 29 July 2009 Schlage: Has updated the page to accurately reflect the features associated with the Schlage LiNK system. Schlage is continuously improving the Schlage LiNK application to provide more features to the end user.'''

{| cellpadding="2" border="1"
|-
!
! [http://www.micasaverde.com Vera]
! [http://www.hawkingtech.com/products/productlist.php?CatID=43&FamID=119&ProdID=392 Hawking HRPG1]
! [http://consumer.schlage.com/LiNK/ Schlage LiNK Bridge]
! Notes
|-
| align="center" | '''''Price'''''
|-
| Retail Price
| $299
| $179
| Not sold separately
| The Schlage Bridge is available only as part of a bundled kit. The Schlage locks are available without the Schlage Bridge for $199 MSRP.
|-
| Monthly charge
| Optional
| $9.99
| $12.99
| Schlage requires a monthly subscription or else you cannot use the LiNK or control Z-Wave devices. You can still manually operate the door lock without the subscription. Hawking requires a monthly subscription of $9.99 for all services including cell phone access. Vera's provides secure remote access, cell phone control, and email notifications for free. SMS texting and video archiving are $29/year.
|-
| Not dependent on manufacturer
| [[Image:Check.png]]
| partial
| [[Image:X.png]]
| Meaning if the manufacturer stopped supporting the product, would it still function. With Vera, only the optional hosted online services depend on Mi Casa Verde, all local functions are independent, and Vera will run without an internet connection. In Hawking's case, cell phone access would stop and limited other functions would continue. User will need to know how to hack the units back door. In Schlage's case, the product will not function at all if you don't pay the monthly bill or if Schlage discontinues support for the product. However the Lock itself will still function as a keypad lock. The remote capabilities and programming will be disabled.On another note If internet connection is lost all timers/events will cease to occur during that time, The Schlage LiNK is just a bridge no internal triggers seem to be stored in the bridge.
|-
| align="center" | '''''Z-Wave Device Compatibility'''''
|-
| Guaranteed compatible with all Z-Wave devices
| [[Image:Check.png]]
| [[Image:X.png]]
| [[Image:X.png]]
| Vera is free if it doesn't work with all your Z-Wave devices as explained [[Guaranteed Compatibility|here]]. Note: Z-Wave devices must be certified by Zensys/the Z-Wave alliance to be called Z-Wave and to qualify. The Schlage LiNK Application will operate all certified Z-Wave Devices within any device class that is supported in the Schlage LiNK Application.
|-
| Light Switches/Appliance Modules
| [[Image:Check.png]]
| [[Image:Check.png]]
| [[Image:Check.png]]
|
|-
| Thermostats
| [[Image:Check.png]]
| [[Image:Check.png]]
| [[Image:Check.png]]
| Note:Schlage web portal only supports Notifications/Alerts and email functions for Schlage/Trane branded thermostats.
|-
| Door/Window/Motion Sensor
| [[Image:Check.png]]
| [[Image:Check.png]]
| [[Image:X.png]]
| Meaning Z-Wave door, window and motion sensors can trigger scenes, fire events, and you can be notified on your mobile phone
|-
| Combo-sensors
| [[Image:Check.png]]
| [[Image:X.png]]
| [[Image:X.png]]
| Such as the 3-in-1 light, temperature, motion sensor
|-
| Handheld remotes
| [[Image:Check.png]]
| [[Image:X.png]]
| [[Image:Check.png]]
| Meaning handheld remotes can activate scenes in the gateway and be programed within the gateway. Handheld remotes can be secondary controllers in conjunction with the Schlage LiNK Bridge and Hawking.Schlage or Hawking cannot program the remote from the bridge. Schlage cannot give a remote the role of "secondary inclusionary".
|-
| Door locks
| [[Image:Check.png]]
| [[Image:X.png]]
| [[Image:Check.png]]
|
|-
| Scene controllers
| [[Image:Check.png]]
| [[Image:X.png]]
| [[Image:X.png]]
| Same as handheld remotes
|-
| Supports European Z-Wave
| [[Image:Check.png]]
| [[Image:X.png]]
| [[Image:X.png]]
| You must order the Euro version of Vera to support European Z-Wave
|-
| align="center" | '''''Insteon/X10 Device Compatibility'''''
|-
| Insteon/X10
| [[Image:Check.png]]
| [[Image:X.png]]
| [[Image:X.png]]
|
|-
| align="center" | '''''A/V Device Compatibility'''''
|-
| Infrared control
| [[Image:Check.png]]
| [[Image:X.png]]
| [[Image:X.png]]
| Control TV's, stereo's, etc., with infrared emitters
|-
| RS232 control
| [[Image:Check.png]]
| [[Image:X.png]]
| [[Image:X.png]]
| For those models of A/V devices that have serial control ports provides direct control without infrared
|-
| Universal remote control
| [[Image:Check.png]]
| [[Image:X.png]]
| [[Image:X.png]]
| Use your mobile phone as a universal remote control
|-
| align="center" | '''''Alarm System Compatibility'''''
|-
| RS232 alarm panels
| [[Image:Check.png]]
| [[Image:X.png]]
| [[Image:X.png]]
| Sensors from your traditional home alarm system can trigger scenes, notifications, etc., and you can remotely manage your home alarm
|-
| USB alarm panels
| [[Image:Check.png]]
| [[Image:X.png]]
| [[Image:X.png]]
| Same
|-
| Ethernet alarm panels
| [[Image:Check.png]]
| [[Image:X.png]]
| [[Image:X.png]]
| Same
|-
| align="center" | '''''IP Devices Compatibility'''''
|-
| Generic IP Cameras
| [[Image:Check.png]]
| [[Image:X.png]]
| [[Image:X.png]]
| Vera works with any IP camera that can return a JPEG file, such as Panasonic and most IP cameras.
|-
| Proprietary IP Cameras
| n/a
| [[Image:Check.png]]
| [[Image:Check.png]]
| Schlage cameras use proprietary firmware to ensure secure plug and play conectivity with the Schlage LiNK Apllication. Hawking also has a proprietary camera.
|-
| Pan/Tilt/Zoom
| [[Image:Check.png]]
| [[Image:X.png]]
| [[Image:X.png]]
| Ability to move camera and adjust it remotely
|-
| align="center" | '''''Z-Wave features'''''
|-
| Works as a primary controller
| [[Image:Check.png]]
| [[Image:Check.png]]
| [[Image:Check.png]]
| Schlage LiNK Bridge does not seem to support SUC/SIS. Meaning you cannot add a controller as a secondary inclusion conroller. A secondary inclusion controller can be used to include devices without removing a dongle or diconnecting the bridge. This setup aids in network setup as issues are immediately shown during installation.
|-
| Works as a secondary controller
| [[Image:Check.png]]
| [[Image:Check.png]]
| [[Image:X.png]]
|
|-
| Can be added to an existing Z-Wave network
| [[Image:Check.png]]
| [[Image:Check.png]]
| [[Image:Check.png]]
|
|-
| Supports controller shift
| [[Image:Check.png]]
| [[Image:Check.png]]
| [[Image:X.png]]
|
|-
| align="center" | '''''Door lock specific'''''
|-
| Secure remote locking/unlocking of doors
| [[Image:Check.png]]
| [[Image:X.png]]
| [[Image:Check.png]]
|
|-
| Secure remote setting of user codes
| [[Image:Check.png]]
| [[Image:X.png]]
| [[Image:Check.png]]
|
|-
| Control of doors from handheld remotes and scene controllers
| [[Image:Check.png]]
| [[Image:Check.png]]
| [[Image:X.png]]
| Meaning a button on a Z-Wave handheld remote or scene controller can be programmed, for example, to turn off the lights and lock the doors. Schlage allows lock control through the Schlage Application and any secondary controller supporting the required device classes.
|-
| Door locks trigger events
| [[Image:Check.png]]
| [[Image:X.png]]
| [[Image:Check.png]]
| For example, when you unlock the door, the porch light comes on automatically. With the Schlage application, entering a valid 4 digit code at the lock enables any pre-programmed scene within the application.
|-
| PIN codes trigger events
| [[Image:Check.png]]
| [[Image:X.png]]
| [[Image:Check.png]]
| For example, you give the pool cleaner a PIN code and are notified by SMS when he unlocks the door with his PIN code.
|-
| Support Vacation Mode of Schlage LiNK lock
| [[Image:X.png]]
| [[Image:X.png]]
| [[Image:Check.png]]
| Schlage LiNK Bridge can remotely enable Vacation mode that disables keypad on the lock. Great if you don't want anyone to use their code to enter. At any time you can restore access to the keypad though Schlage LiNK web or phone app. [[http://forum.micasaverde.com/index.php?topic=2071.msg8123#msg8123 Manual Vacation Mode]]
|-
| Support all door locks
| [[Image:Check.png]]
| [[Image:X.png]]
| [[Image:Check.png]]
| Vera will also support the Black & Decker door locks when they are on the market.
|-
| align="center" | '''''Automation'''''
|-
| Scenes
| [[Image:Check.png]]
| [[Image:Check.png]]
| [[Image:Check.png]]
|
|-
| Timers
| [[Image:Check.png]]
| [[Image:Check.png]]
| [[Image:Check.png]]
| Schlage LiNK only sets time based events on a 7-day week. Schlage is not able to set a time or date in the future.
|-
| Events
| [[Image:Check.png]]
| [[Image:Check.png]]
| [[Image:Check.png]]
| For example, turn on a light when a motion sensor is tripped.
|-
| Relative to sunset/sunrise
| [[Image:Check.png]]
|
|
| Meaning trigger a scene 1 hour before the sun rises, etc.
|-
| align="center" | '''''Remote access'''''
|-
| Direct access over IP
| [[Image:Check.png]]
| [[Image:X.png]]
| [[Image:X.png]]
| Meaning you can directly control the device over the internet or local network without going through a remote server.
|-
| Works when your internet is down
| [[Image:X.png]]
| [[Image:X.png]]
| [[Image:X.png]]
| Remote access can not be provided when the internet is not available. With Vera you can still connect through your Local Area Net (LAN) to program and configure.
|-
| Secure remote access through a gateway
| [[Image:Check.png]]
| [[Image:Check.png]]
| [[Image:Check.png]]
| Both Vera and Schlage use a secure server similar to that for online banking. Vera offers this for free. Schlage offers it for a $13/month subscription.
|-
| align="center" | '''''Energy monitoring'''''
|-
| Tracks actual energy usage
| [[Image:Check.png]]
| [[Image:X.png]]
| [[Image:X.png]]
| Meaning it supports the Z-Wave classes for reporting current Watts, accumulated kWh, etc.
|-
| Reports historical energy usage
| [[Image:Check.png]]
| [[Image:X.png]]
| [[Image:X.png]]
| Vera shows past energy usage by room, type of device, etc.
|-
| Responds to energy alerts
| [[Image:Check.png]]
| [[Image:X.png]]
| [[Image:X.png]]
| Vera allows automatic energy reduction when the utility company reports the power grid is overloaded. See [[Energy]]
|-
| align="center" | '''''Networking'''''
|-
| Built-in router/gateway
| [[Image:Check.png]]
| [[Image:X.png]]
| [[Image:X.png]]
| Hawking and Schlage require connection to a standard residential router.
|-
| Built-in Wi-Fi
| [[Image:Check.png]]
| [[Image:X.png]]
| [[Image:X.png]]
| Hawking and Schlage require you to purchase these separately
|-
| align="center" | '''''Remote Control'''''
|-
| Custom remotes with your own skins/buttons
| [[Image:Check.png]]
| [[Image:X.png]]
| [[Image:X.png]]
| For example, put an iPod touch on the wall which your own wallpaper and pictures and icons that trigger scenes or control devices.
|-
| Web interface on local home network
| [[Image:Check.png]]
| [[Image:X.png]]
| [[Image:X.png]]
| Direct access by http://[your bridge's IP address]
|-
| Web interface for secure remote access over the internet
| [[Image:Check.png]]
| [[Image:Check.png]]
| [[Image:Check.png]]
| Access going through a remote server via https
|-
| Access from any cell phone
| [[Image:Check.png]]
| [[Image:X.png]]
| [[Image:X.png]]
| Vera is compatible with any cell phone that has an internet connection. So you can control it from new phones, like the T-Mobile Sidekick, as well as older, basic phones.
|-
| Native iPhone/iPod touch app
| [[Image:Check.png]]
| [[Image:Check.png]]
| [[Image:Check.png]]
| Vera's new version is due in August '09, which also has a universal remote control. Schlage and Hawking use the Crayon/Moshi application.
|-
| Native Java app (Blackberry, etc.)
| [[Image:Check.png]]
| [[Image:Check.png]]
| [[Image:Check.png]]
|
|-
| Native Windows Mobile
| [[Image:Check.png]]
| [[Image:Check.png]]
| [[Image:Check.png]]
| Vera's new version is due in August '09, which also has a universal remote control. Schlage and Hawking use the Crayon/Moshi application.
|-
| Wi-Fi access (iPod Touch, PDA's, etc.)
| [[Image:Check.png]]
| [[Image:Check.png]]
| [[Image:Check.png]]
| Meaning PDA's, iPhone's, and other Wi-Fi enabled devices can control the bridge using your home network
|-
| Handheld remotes
| [[Image:Check.png]]
| [[Image:Check.png]]
| [[Image:Check.png]]
| Meaning a button on a handheld remote can trigger a device
|-
| Scene controllers
| [[Image:Check.png]]
| [[Image:X.png]]
| [[Image:X.png]]
|
|-
| align="center" | '''''Online services'''''
|-
| Archive of surveillance camera images
| [[Image:Check.png]]
| [[Image:X.png]]
| [[Image:X.png]]
| All these online services are part of the [[Find Vera Service]] 
|-
| Archive of energy usage
| [[Image:Check.png]]
| [[Image:X.png]]
| [[Image:X.png]]
|
|-
| Archive of events
| [[Image:Check.png]]
| [[Image:Check.png]]
| [[Image:Check.png]]
|
|-
| align="center" | '''''Open-ness / geek-friendly'''''
|-
| Direct login allowed
| [[Image:Check.png]]
| [[Image:X.png]]
| [[Image:X.png]]
| Meaning you can login to the system with telnet/ssh to inspect the software, verify the strength of the encryption, etc.
|-
| Allows custom scripts
| [[Image:Check.png]]
| [[Image:X.png]]
| [[Image:X.png]]
| You can write your own scripts to automate tasks, which scripts run in the bridge.
|-
| Published API's for custom add-ons and UI's
| [[Image:Check.png]]
| [[Image:X.png]]
| [[Image:X.png]]
| See: [[Luup Intro]]
|}

ZWave Add Controller

2009-09-10T04:57:12Z

Boyo: /* Method #2: Vera's special way of handling scene assignments */

With most Z-Wave devices, you add them to Vera's Z-Wave network by clicking the 'Add other Z-Wave devices' on the 'Devices' tab in Vera's menu and following the instructions where you remove Vera's black Z-Wave dongle and carry it to your Z-Wave device. But, battery-operated handheld controllers are special cases. To add them you leave Vera's black dongle connected, bring them to Vera, and chose the 'Add Z-Wave Controller' option instead. In general, when adding these handheld controllers, there are a few more steps, as explained below. Most in-wall controllers that are connected to your house's electricity (i.e. ''not'' battery operated) can be added like any other Z-Wave device and do not need to be treated like the battery operated controllers. (See '''Supported controllers/gateways''' below for a list.)

There are two ways you can get your Z-Wave handheld controllers and scene controllers to control other Z-Wave devices: 

'''Method #1''' is the traditional Z-Wave method where you program a scene into the remote control. All Z-Wave remotes and scene controllers have their own built-in way of doing this. Vera can help with this process: After you add the controller into Vera you can have Vera transfer the scenes to the controller for you. 

 

'''Method #2''' allows you to create scenes within Vera, which can do anything and control any device, and you can assign an event so the scene is triggered when a button on the controller is pushed. This gives you unlimited possibilities with your scenes. You can even add user notification so that when a button on a handheld controller is pressed, you get an email or text message.

With either method, the first step is to add the controller into Vera.

== Adding battery operated handheld controllers to Vera ==

[[Image:AddZ-Wave.jpg|thumb|center|512px|Add Z-Wave Controller Screen]]

When you want to add a handheld Z-Wave controller, go to Vera's [[Quick Start|setup page]], choose the "Devices" tab, and click the "Add Z-Wave controller" link or button. You will have 60 seconds to add the controller to an existing Z-Wave network, by bringing the handheld controller within 3 feet (1 meter) of Vera and pressing the buttons on the handheld controller. This process is different for each handheld controller, and is often given different names. A chart of some popular Z-Wave handheld controllers is shown below, along with the steps to add the controller to Vera, and what the process is called. Vera shows the status and progress in blue at the top of the page, starting with: "''Running: Job is waiting: Ready...''", which means Vera is waiting for your handheld controller to start.

If you cannot add the controller to Vera, it's possible the controller is already part of another Z-Wave network. In this case, you must first reset the controller before you can add it to Vera. Instructions for resetting some popular controllers are shown below.

== Adding in-wall scene controllers to Vera ==

As mentioned above, in general you can add these devices like any other Z-Wave device and don't need to use the 'Add Z-Wave Controller' link.

== Method #1: Traditional scene assignments for controllers ==

Normally handheld controllers are battery operated, and, to save battery life, they do not allow Vera to talk to them to configure them except at the moment that Vera is adding them to the network. Many handheld controllers are programmable. For example, most have one or more button to activate "Scenes" or channels. Vera can help you configure your controller, such as assigning scenes to the buttons. To do this, you must first add the controller to Vera's Z-Wave network, so Vera knows about it, as explained above. Then you can use Vera's web interface to configure the controller and assign scenes.

For in-wall scene controllers which are not battery-operated, Vera can transfer the scene assignments at any time. But battery-operated handheld controllers, to save battery life, only let Vera transfer the scenes when they are being added. So, after the scene assignments are set up, you will need to go back to "Add Z-Wave controller" again, and repeat the process of adding the controller. It's okay to add the controller multiple times like this. The controller will not appear multiple times in Vera's device list. Vera knows that you already added the controller, and, so when you add it again, Vera will simply update the controller with new scene assignments and configuration. 

The only time you will have the same controller added more than once is if, after adding the controller to Vera, you press the buttons on the Z-Wave controller to 'reset' it. Resetting clears out everything in the controller, including the unique ID Vera gave it. So that means if you then re-add the controller again, Vera will think it's a new controller and add it again, and you'll have the same controller listed twice in Vera's device list. If this happens, it's easy to get rid of the old controller; click the '+' button next to it and then click 'Permanently remove dead node' to remove it from Vera's Z-Wave network.

Note that Method #1 uses traditional Z-Wave scenes, and most Z-Wave controllers cannot control anything but lights. If you want more flexible scenes, look at Method #2 below.

The step-by-step instructions for assigning scenes to your handheld controller are:

'''1'''. Create the scenes in Vera's web interface. See [[Scenes]] for instructions. '''2'''. If this is an in-wall scene controller, add it like any other Z-Wave device and skip to step 5. '''3'''. If it's a battery-operated remote controller which is not brand new, has already been paired with Z-Wave devices, or used with another Z-Wave controller, press the buttons on the controller to do a "Reset" to clear out all the controller's old data. (See the chart below for help.) '''4'''. Click the "Add Z-Wave Controller" button on Vera's "Devices" tab, to add the controller. (See the chart below for help.) '''5'''. After the device is added, it should show up on Vera's [[Unassigned devices]] page. If not, click the "Devices" tab again. You will need to pick a room for the controller. Although most handheld controllers are battery operated and can be used throughout the house, Vera requires you to assign each device to a room. This is just Vera's way of keeping the device list organized, and does not in any way limit what rooms you can use the controller in. It's just for your benefit to keep the device list manageable. So pick the room the controller will most often be stored in, and click 'Continue'. '''6'''. Find the controller on the "Devices" list, and click the '+' button next to the controller. Then click 'Custom Z-Wave Settings'. (See [[ZWave Configuration Options|Z-Wave configuration options]] for a full explanation of this page.) '''7'''. Click 'Add Scene assignment'. In the 'Key' field, type a number to indicate which key/button on the handheld controller you want to assign a scene to. (Some handheld controllers only have 1 scene button, so just put in '1'.) Then choose the scene you want assigned to that button. Repeat this for all the scenes you want to assign to buttons. '''8'''. When you are finished, click the red 'Save' button to save your changes. '''9'''. If this is a battery operated controller that you added with the "Add Z-Wave Controller" link, then after your changes are saved, you can click 'Continue' and then go back to the 'Devices' tab and choose "Add Z-Wave Controller" again. Do this just like you did the time before in step 4. Now when Vera re-adds the handheld controller, Vera will transfer the scenes to it.

--todoal: screen shot of 'Add Scene Assignment', showing a controller with the '+' button pressed.

[[Image:AddScene1.jpg|thumb|center|512px|Add Scene Assignment]]

== Method #2: Vera's special way of handling scene assignments ==

Add the controller to Vera's Z-Wave network the same way as Method #1. (See steps 1-5 above.) Next, click the '+' button next to the device and check the box ''''Treat scene buttons as events''''. This tells Vera to take over the scene buttons on the remote. Save your changes. If this is a battery-operated handheld controller that you added with 'Add Z-Wave Controller', you will need to add it again to Vera, because Vera can only program it to take over the scene buttons while it's being added. (Read the notes above with Method #1, step 9.)

Once your scene controller or handheld controller is configured to let Vera take over scene management, then you can create your scenes in Vera as you normally would. The scenes can do anything and control any device. To make a scene trigger when you press a button on the remote, click 'Add Event' next to the scene, choose the event 'Scene button is pressed', then choose the scene controller or handheld controller from the device pull down, and lastly indicate which button number should trigger the scene. (If there's only 1 button, just enter 1.) You can repeat this process if you want to have multiple buttons on multiple controllers trigger the same scene. When done, save your changes. With Method #2, there is no need to add battery-operated handheld controllers again. You can simply change the scenes and button assignments in Vera whenever you want.

If your scene controller has one or more 'scene off' buttons, you can generally make those trigger a scene by adding an event with button 0. Note that if your remote control has more than 1 'scene off' button, Vera cannot know which one you pressed and all 'scene off' buttons will trigger the event tied to 'button 0'.

For a better explanation of the difference between Method 1 and 2 see http://forum.micasaverde.com/index.php?topic=1960.msg7383#msg7383

== '''Supported controllers/gateways''' ==

'''These devices are added by bringing the controller near Vera and choosing 'Add Z-Wave Controller'.'''

The 'Add Sequence' is how you tell the controller to add to Vera. The 'Reset Sequence' is how you clear the controller if it's already been added to another Z-Wave network and can't be added to Vera.

{| cellpadding="2" border="1"
|-
! Manufacturer
! Device Type
! Model no.
! Version
! Specs
! Product Review
! Add Sequence
! Reset Sequence
! Notes
|-
| Cooper Wiring Devices
| Handheld Controller
| RFHDCSG
| 
| [http://store.homeseer.com/store/RFHDCSG---Z-Wave-Handheld-Controller-Cooper-Aspire-RF-P477C56.aspx Link]
| [http://store.homeseer.com/store/RFHDCSG---Z-Wave-Handheld-Controller-Cooper-Aspire-RF-P477C56.aspx Link]
| Menu, Settings, Replicate, Receive, From Unknown Controller
| Menu, Settings, Reset
| Works well with Vera. Can transfer devices from Vera to the handheld but doesn't transfer device names. Also very expensive.
|-
| Intermatic
| Handheld Controller
| HA07
| 
| [http://www.intermatic.com/images/instruction_sheets/158ha11645-art.pdf Link]
| 
| 
| 
| Read [[Intermatic Handheld Remotes]]
|-
| Wayne Dalton
| Gateway
| WDHA-12R
|  ??
| [http://www.waynedaltonstore.com/product/74171410873.html Link]
| [http://www.zwaveworld.com/prodrevs/091406/reviews-pg4.php Link]
| 
| 
| Shows as Z-Wave controller, a pain to sync with Homelink car remote, able to associate with devices. Can now turn on/off All Z-wave devices from car. '''This gateway is required for the 3-button remote sold by them.''' Translates commands to Z-Wave Scenes. As firmware 1.0.602 it's working with Vera, it's seen as a secondary controller.Vera needs to be configured so that it interprets the WDHA-12 as sending "Button Presses" instead of "Scene Activation" events.
|-
| Wayne Dalton
| Handheld Controller
| WDHC-20
|  
|  
|  
| Add Zwave Controller in Vera, on remote; HOME, hold SETUP until HOME blinks twice, enter 967, HOME blinks twice if successful. Enable 'Treat scene buttons as events see: method #2' and click Configure node right now on Vera, and repeat on remote.
|  
| I added this about a week ago, and typed this from memory, so it may not work 100%, but I know it does have to be programmed on the remote twice to enable 'method #2'. Only On works, couldn't find setting for Off, don't have a dimmer to test Bright/Dim.
|-
| Innovus
| Handheld Controller
| SmoothRemote
|
| [http://www.innovus.eu/fileadmin/user_upload/manual/z-wave/smoothremote-00120001-tech.pdf Link]
|
|
1. Add Z-Wave Controller on Vera 2. Press 3 times shift (Button 9) 3. Configure device on Vera (Associations) 4. To transfer your config settings, repeat step 1 & 2 

|
| Device can be configured using Vera. Has no scene buttons, so you can not trigger scenes with it (V1.0.616) which hopefully will be changed in further versions. Button 8 is always "ALL ON / ALL OFF"
|}

 

 '''These devices are added like normal Z-Wave devices by choosing 'Add other Z-Wave devices' on Vera's menu and bringing Vera's Z-Wave dongle to the device'''

{| cellpadding="2" border="1"
|-
! Manufacturer
! Device Type
! Model no.
! Version
! Specs
! Product Review
! Add Sequence
! Reset Sequence
! Notes
|-
| Cooper
| 5 Scene Controller
| RFWDC
| 
| 
| 
| 
| 
| Read [[Cooper Scene Controller]]
|-
| Leviton
| 4 Scene Controller
| RZCS4
| 
| 
| 
| 
| 
| Read [[Leviton Scene Controller]]
|-
| Leviton
| 1 Scene Controller
| RZCZ1-1LX
| Unknown
| [http://shop.micasaverde.com/index.php?main_page=product_info&cPath=106&products_id=116 Link]
| [http://shop.micasaverde.com/index.php?main_page=product_info&cPath=106&products_id=116 Link]
| [http://www.leviton.com/OA_HTML/ibcGetAttachment.jsp?cItemId=4K.TQNnHt8AaVpmZu8gZrg&label=IBE&appName=IBE&LC12RP=qKakohvv7vJh2mB6bpElERJ8:S&LC12RP_pses=ZG4A2E9F82D5405FB0AA12ACDF90AC2545B909744B9ED50C8FDF1E42E5DDB0DBDAA696B9BE833B1E5A5FAF3CD3DD6FEF48EE84A0FF16567733 Link]
| 
| Read [[Leviton Scene Controller]]
|}

== '''Unsupported / Partially supported controllers/gateways''' ==

Not working as of firmware version wl500gP-1.0.584.trx

{| cellpadding="2" border="1"
|-
! Manufacturer
! Model
! Notes
|-
| Sylvania
| SH50201
| '''"all on" and "all off" buttons work but scene buttons are not supported at this time. (3/28/2009)'''
To program this controller put vera in add controller mode and then hit "menu", then press right arrow until you see setup. Press ok. Righ arrow to copy remote control. Press ok. Right arrow to receive information and click ok. Wait for vera to confirm the controller was added.

|-
| ACT HomePro
| ZTH100
| Sylvania is a rebranded ACT Homepro '''"all on" and "all off" buttons work but scene buttons are not supported at this time. (3/28/2009)'''
|-
| Merten
| 1-gang radio push button 5051.., 5061.., 5071..
| Use method #2; only button 0 works; press button 0 and then button 1, otherwise, Vera does not catch button 0 (8/17/2009, firmware 1.0.862)'''
|-
| Merten
| 2-gang radio push button 5052.., 5062.., 5072..
| Use method #2; only button 0 works; press button 0 and then button 1, otherwise, Vera does not catch button 0 (8/17/2009, firmware 1.0.862)'''
|}

ZWave Add Controller

2009-08-13T01:02:23Z

Boyo: /* Supported controllers/gateways */ Added WDHC-20.

With most Z-Wave devices, you add them to Vera's Z-Wave network by clicking the 'Add other Z-Wave devices' on the 'Devices' tab in Vera's menu and following the instructions where you remove Vera's black Z-Wave dongle and carry it to your Z-Wave device. But, battery-operated handheld controllers are special cases. To add them you leave Vera's black dongle connected, bring them to Vera, and chose the 'Add Z-Wave Controller' option instead. In general, when adding these handheld controllers, there are a few more steps, as explained below. Most in-wall controllers that are connected to your house's electricity (i.e. ''not'' battery operated) can be added like any other Z-Wave device and do not need to be treated like the battery operated controllers. (See '''Supported controllers/gateways''' below for a list.)

There are two ways you can get your Z-Wave handheld controllers and scene controllers to control other Z-Wave devices: 

'''Method #1''' is the traditional Z-Wave method where you program a scene into the remote control. All Z-Wave remotes and scene controllers have their own built-in way of doing this. Vera can help with this process: After you add the controller into Vera you can have Vera transfer the scenes to the controller for you. 

 

'''Method #2''' allows you to create scenes within Vera, which can do anything and control any device, and you can assign an event so the scene is triggered when a button on the controller is pushed. This gives you unlimited possibilities with your scenes. You can even add user notification so that when a button on a handheld controller is pressed, you get an email or text message.

With either method, the first step is to add the controller into Vera.

== Adding battery operated handheld controllers to Vera ==

[[Image:AddZ-Wave.jpg|thumb|center|512px|Add Z-Wave Controller Screen]]

When you want to add a handheld Z-Wave controller, go to Vera's [[Quick Start|setup page]], choose the "Devices" tab, and click the "Add Z-Wave controller" link or button. You will have 60 seconds to add the controller to an existing Z-Wave network, by bringing the handheld controller within 3 feet (1 meter) of Vera and pressing the buttons on the handheld controller. This process is different for each handheld controller, and is often given different names. A chart of some popular Z-Wave handheld controllers is shown below, along with the steps to add the controller to Vera, and what the process is called. Vera shows the status and progress in blue at the top of the page, starting with: "''Running: Job is waiting: Ready...''", which means Vera is waiting for your handheld controller to start.

If you cannot add the controller to Vera, it's possible the controller is already part of another Z-Wave network. In this case, you must first reset the controller before you can add it to Vera. Instructions for resetting some popular controllers are shown below.

== Adding in-wall scene controllers to Vera ==

As mentioned above, in general you can add these devices like any other Z-Wave device and don't need to use the 'Add Z-Wave Controller' link.

== Method #1: Traditional scene assignments for controllers ==

Normally handheld controllers are battery operated, and, to save battery life, they do not allow Vera to talk to them to configure them except at the moment that Vera is adding them to the network. Many handheld controllers are programmable. For example, most have one or more button to activate "Scenes" or channels. Vera can help you configure your controller, such as assigning scenes to the buttons. To do this, you must first add the controller to Vera's Z-Wave network, so Vera knows about it, as explained above. Then you can use Vera's web interface to configure the controller and assign scenes.

For in-wall scene controllers which are not battery-operated, Vera can transfer the scene assignments at any time. But battery-operated handheld controllers, to save battery life, only let Vera transfer the scenes when they are being added. So, after the scene assignments are set up, you will need to go back to "Add Z-Wave controller" again, and repeat the process of adding the controller. It's okay to add the controller multiple times like this. The controller will not appear multiple times in Vera's device list. Vera knows that you already added the controller, and, so when you add it again, Vera will simply update the controller with new scene assignments and configuration. 

The only time you will have the same controller added more than once is if, after adding the controller to Vera, you press the buttons on the Z-Wave controller to 'reset' it. Resetting clears out everything in the controller, including the unique ID Vera gave it. So that means if you then re-add the controller again, Vera will think it's a new controller and add it again, and you'll have the same controller listed twice in Vera's device list. If this happens, it's easy to get rid of the old controller; click the '+' button next to it and then click 'Permanently remove dead node' to remove it from Vera's Z-Wave network.

Note that Method #1 uses traditional Z-Wave scenes, and most Z-Wave controllers cannot control anything but lights. If you want more flexible scenes, look at Method #2 below.

The step-by-step instructions for assigning scenes to your handheld controller are:

'''1'''. Create the scenes in Vera's web interface. See [[Scenes]] for instructions. '''2'''. If this is an in-wall scene controller, add it like any other Z-Wave device and skip to step 5. '''3'''. If it's a battery-operated remote controller which is not brand new, has already been paired with Z-Wave devices, or used with another Z-Wave controller, press the buttons on the controller to do a "Reset" to clear out all the controller's old data. (See the chart below for help.) '''4'''. Click the "Add Z-Wave Controller" button on Vera's "Devices" tab, to add the controller. (See the chart below for help.) '''5'''. After the device is added, it should show up on Vera's [[Unassigned devices]] page. If not, click the "Devices" tab again. You will need to pick a room for the controller. Although most handheld controllers are battery operated and can be used throughout the house, Vera requires you to assign each device to a room. This is just Vera's way of keeping the device list organized, and does not in any way limit what rooms you can use the controller in. It's just for your benefit to keep the device list manageable. So pick the room the controller will most often be stored in, and click 'Continue'. '''6'''. Find the controller on the "Devices" list, and click the '+' button next to the controller. Then click 'Custom Z-Wave Settings'. (See [[ZWave Configuration Options|Z-Wave configuration options]] for a full explanation of this page.) '''7'''. Click 'Add Scene assignment'. In the 'Key' field, type a number to indicate which key/button on the handheld controller you want to assign a scene to. (Some handheld controllers only have 1 scene button, so just put in '1'.) Then choose the scene you want assigned to that button. Repeat this for all the scenes you want to assign to buttons. '''8'''. When you are finished, click the red 'Save' button to save your changes. '''9'''. If this is a battery operated controller that you added with the "Add Z-Wave Controller" link, then after your changes are saved, you can click 'Continue' and then go back to the 'Devices' tab and choose "Add Z-Wave Controller" again. Do this just like you did the time before in step 4. Now when Vera re-adds the handheld controller, Vera will transfer the scenes to it.

--todoal: screen shot of 'Add Scene Assignment', showing a controller with the '+' button pressed.

[[Image:AddScene1.jpg|thumb|center|512px|Add Scene Assignment]]

== Method #2: Vera's special way of handling scene assignments ==

Add the controller to Vera's Z-Wave network the same way as Method #1. (See steps 1-5 above.) Next, click the '+' button next to the device and check the box ''''Treat scene buttons as events''''. This tells Vera to take over the scene buttons on the remote. Save your changes. If this is a battery-operated handheld controller that you added with 'Add Z-Wave Controller', you will need to add it again to Vera, because Vera can only program it to take over the scene buttons while it's being added. (Read the notes above with Method #1, step 9.)

Once your scene controller or handheld controller is configured to let Vera take over scene management, then you can create your scenes in Vera as you normally would. The scenes can do anything and control any device. To make a scene trigger when you press a button on the remote, click 'Add Event' next to the scene, choose the event 'Scene button is pressed', then choose the scene controller or handheld controller from the device pull down, and lastly indicate which button number should trigger the scene. (If there's only 1 button, just enter 1.) You can repeat this process if you want to have multiple buttons on multiple controllers trigger the same scene. When done, save your changes. With Method #2, there is no need to add battery-operated handheld controllers again. You can simply change the scenes and button assignments in Vera whenever you want.

If your scene controller has one or more 'scene off' buttons, you can generally make those trigger a scene by adding an event with button 0. Note that if your remote control has more than 1 'scene off' button, Vera cannot know which one you pressed and all 'scene off' buttons will trigger the event tied to 'button 0'.

== '''Supported controllers/gateways''' ==

'''These devices are added by bringing the controller near Vera and choosing 'Add Z-Wave Controller'.'''

The 'Add Sequence' is how you tell the controller to add to Vera. The 'Reset Sequence' is how you clear the controller if it's already been added to another Z-Wave network and can't be added to Vera.

{| cellpadding="2" border="1"
|-
! Manufacturer
! Device Type
! Model no.
! Version
! Specs
! Product Review
! Add Sequence
! Reset Sequence
! Notes
|-
| Cooper Wiring Devices
| Handheld Controller
| RFHDCSG
| 
| [http://store.homeseer.com/store/RFHDCSG---Z-Wave-Handheld-Controller-Cooper-Aspire-RF-P477C56.aspx Link]
| [http://store.homeseer.com/store/RFHDCSG---Z-Wave-Handheld-Controller-Cooper-Aspire-RF-P477C56.aspx Link]
| Menu, Settings, Replicate, Receive, From Unknown Controller
| Menu, Settings, Reset
| Works well with Vera. Can transfer devices from Vera to the handheld but doesn't transfer device names. Also very expensive.
|-
| Intermatic
| Handheld Controller
| HA07
| 
| [http://www.intermatic.com/images/instruction_sheets/158ha11645-art.pdf Link]
| 
| 
| 
| Read [[Intermatic Handheld Remotes]]
|-
| Wayne Dalton
| Gateway
| WDHA-12R
|  ??
| [http://www.waynedaltonstore.com/product/74171410873.html Link]
| [http://www.zwaveworld.com/prodrevs/091406/reviews-pg4.php Link]
| 
| 
| Shows as Z-Wave controller, a pain to sync with Homelink car remote, able to associate with devices. Can now turn on/off All Z-wave devices from car. '''This gateway is required for the 3-button remote sold by them.''' Translates commands to Z-Wave Scenes. As firmware 1.0.602 it's working with Vera, it's seen as a secondary controller.Vera needs to be configured so that it interprets the WDHA-12 as sending "Button Presses" instead of "Scene Activation" events.
|-
| Wayne Dalton
| Handheld Controller
| WDHC-20
|  
|  
|  
| Add Zwave Controller in Vera, on remote; HOME, hold SETUP until HOME blinks twice, enter 967, HOME blinks twice if successful. Enable 'Treat scene buttons as events see: method #2' and click Configure node right now on Vera, and repeat on remote.
|  
| I added this about a week ago, and typed this from memory, so it may not work 100%, but I know it does have to be programmed on the remote twice to enable 'method #2'. Only On works, couldn't find setting for Off, don't have a dimmer to test Bright/Dim.
|}

 

 '''These devices are added like normal Z-Wave devices by choosing 'Add other Z-Wave devices' on Vera's menu and bringing Vera's Z-Wave dongle to the device'''

{| cellpadding="2" border="1"
|-
! Manufacturer
! Device Type
! Model no.
! Version
! Specs
! Product Review
! Add Sequence
! Reset Sequence
! Notes
|-
| Cooper
| 5 Scene Controller
| RFWDC
| 
| 
| 
| 
| 
| Read [[Cooper Scene Controller]]
|-
| Leviton
| 4 Scene Controller
| RZCS4
| 
| 
| 
| 
| 
| Read [[Leviton Scene Controller]]
|-
| Leviton
| 1 Scene Controller
| RZCZ1-1LX
| Unknown
| [http://shop.micasaverde.com/index.php?main_page=product_info&cPath=106&products_id=116 Link]
| [http://shop.micasaverde.com/index.php?main_page=product_info&cPath=106&products_id=116 Link]
| [http://www.leviton.com/OA_HTML/ibcGetAttachment.jsp?cItemId=4K.TQNnHt8AaVpmZu8gZrg&label=IBE&appName=IBE&LC12RP=qKakohvv7vJh2mB6bpElERJ8:S&LC12RP_pses=ZG4A2E9F82D5405FB0AA12ACDF90AC2545B909744B9ED50C8FDF1E42E5DDB0DBDAA696B9BE833B1E5A5FAF3CD3DD6FEF48EE84A0FF16567733 Link]
| 
| Read [[Leviton Scene Controller]]
|}

== '''Unsupported / Partially supported controllers/gateways''' ==

Not working as of firmware version wl500gP-1.0.584.trx

{| cellpadding="2" border="1"
|-
! Manufacturer
! Model
! Notes
|-
| Sylvania
| SH50201
| '''"all on" and "all off" buttons work but scene buttons are not supported at this time. (3/28/2009)'''
To program this controller put vera in add controller mode and then hit "menu", then press right arrow until you see setup. Press ok. Righ arrow to copy remote control. Press ok. Right arrow to receive information and click ok. Wait for vera to confirm the controller was added.

|-
| ACT HomePro
| ZTH100
| Sylvania is a rebranded ACT Homepro '''"all on" and "all off" buttons work but scene buttons are not supported at this time. (3/28/2009)'''
|}

Supported Hardware

2009-07-14T04:35:43Z

Boyo: Fixed typo in link /* Sensors */

Note: There is a separate page for Z-Wave Handheld remote controls, Z-Wave gateways, and Z-Wave Scene Controllers: [[ZWave_Add_Controller|click here]] There is also a separate page for IP cameras: [[IP_Cameras|click here]]

In general, any device with the Z-Wave logo should work with Vera. A list of tested Z-Wave devices is below, with specific notes for each type of device. This is a wiki, so feel free to add to the page.

== Hardware Reported to Work ==

* We strongly encourage users to list any and all products they tested and installed.
* If a product works but you did not like it, please list it anyway. It may be the only product available to some users.

----
'''IMPORTANT! The devices listed here have been added by installers,technicians and users like yourself. Results may vary upon installations. MiCasaVerde does not guarantee operation and compatibility with your installation. The listed devices were found to work with their specific installation. Mixing different series and brands of equipment is not guaranteed in any way to work with other series and brands. It is very likely that users have not fully tested all features of the devices, so it is possible that a device listed here as compatible, will not prove compatible with your hardware. If you are editing this wiki DO NOT REMOVE a listed working device if it hasn't worked for you. Seek help to get the device to work under your individual circumstance. If you are adding to this wiki, please provide links to data for the device and add any tips you feel may benefit someone wanting to implement the device into an installation'''
----

=== '''Lighting Devices''' ===

{| border="1" cellpadding="2"
! Manufacturer !! Device Type !! Model no. !! Version !! Date Purchased !! Location (indoor/outdoor) !! Specs !! Product Review !! Added by User !! Notes
|-
|| Leviton || Dimmer Switch || VRM10-1LX || 1 || Nov 2008 || Indoor || [http://shop.micasaverde.com/index.php?main_page=product_info&cPath=104&products_id=170 Link] || [http://www.amazon.com/review/product/B000ZKM7I8/ref=dp_top_cm_cr_acr_txt?_encoding=UTF8&showViewpoints=1 Link] || [http://forum.micasaverde.com/index.php?action=profile;u=65 mark-hc] ||This is a high quality dimmer geared towards high-end installations

|-
|| Intermatic || 300 watt dimmer || HA06 || || July 2007 || Indoor || [http://www.homesettings.com/products/modules/ha06.aspx Link] || || || Affordable Dimmer Switch. incandescent/halogen only. Loads for 300 watts or less no neutral required. Great for dimming one bulb.

|-
|| Intermatic || 3-way Switch || HA18 || || Dec 2008 || Indoor || [http://www.homesettings.com/products/new%20products/ha18.aspx Link] || || [http://forum.micasaverde.com/index.php?action=profile;u=66 Kozanator] || Affordable 3-way Switch

|-
|| Intermatic || 3-way Dimmer Switch || HA20 || || Nov 2008 || Indoor || [http://www.homesettings.com/products/new%20products/ha20.aspx Link] || [http://www.amazon.com/Intermatic-Settings-Three-Way-Dimmer-HA20C/dp/B000WS4SJ41 Link] || || Affordable 3-way 600W dimmer

|-
|| ACT || 2-way Dimmer Switch || ZDW120 || || Nov 2008 || Indoor || [http://store.homeseer.com/store/ZDW120---Z-Wave-600-Watt-2-Wire-Dimmer-ACT-HomePro-P17C64.aspx Link] ||[http://store.homeseer.com/store/ZDW120---Z-Wave-600-Watt-2-Wire-Dimmer-ACT-HomePro-P17C64.aspx Link] || [http://forum.micasaverde.com/index.php?action=profile;u=49 WSeverino]||Works well, easy to install, LED is a very bright blue....can be programmed to be off when the light is off or on.

|-
|| ACT || 3-way Dimmer Switch || ZDW103 || || Nov 2008 || Indoor || [http://store.homeseer.com/store/ZDW103---Z-Wave-500-Watt-3-way-Dimmer-ACT-HomePro-P19C64.aspx Link] ||[http://store.homeseer.com/store/ZDW103---Z-Wave-500-Watt-3-way-Dimmer-ACT-HomePro-P19C64.aspx Link] || [http://forum.micasaverde.com/index.php?action=profile;u=49 WSeverino]||Works well, can be tricky to install due to the different combination of 3 way circuits, LED is a very bright blue....can be programmed to be off when the light is off or on.

|-
|| ACT || 2-way Relay Switch || ZRW113 || || Nov 2008 || Indoor || [http://store.homeseer.com/store/ZRW113---Z-Wave-20-Amp-3-way-ISO-Relay-ACT-HomePro-P491C63.aspx Link] ||[http://store.homeseer.com/store/ZRW113---Z-Wave-20-Amp-3-way-ISO-Relay-ACT-HomePro-P491C63.aspx Link] || [http://forum.micasaverde.com/index.php?action=profile;u=49 WSeverino]||Controls Florescent Lamps very well! No humming at all.
|-
|| ACT || Companion Switch || AS101 || || Nov 2008 || Indoor || [http://store.homeseer.com/store/AS101---Z-Wave-3-Way-Companion-Switch-ACT-HomePro-P10C63.aspx Link] ||[http://store.homeseer.com/store/AS101---Z-Wave-3-Way-Companion-Switch-ACT-HomePro-P10C63.aspx Link] || [http://forum.micasaverde.com/index.php?action=profile;u=49 WSeverino]||Works well, can be tricky to install due to the different combination of 3 way circuits, The trick here is to install this device where the power comes in.

|-
|| Intermatic ||Screw-in Module || HA05C || || Nov 2008 || Outdoor || [http://store.homeseer.com/store/HA05C---Z-Wave-IndoorOutdoor-Screw-in-Module-Intermatic-HomeSettings-P1C62.aspx Link] ||[http://store.homeseer.com/store/HA05C---Z-Wave-IndoorOutdoor-Screw-in-Module-Intermatic-HomeSettings-P1C62.aspx Link] || [http://forum.micasaverde.com/index.php?action=profile;u=49 WSeverino]||Easy install, easy to pair with Vera!

|-
|| Merten || Radio sensor cover for dimmer inserts || 5026xx, 5036xx, 5046xx || 6,2,7,1,5 ||Apr 2009 || Indoor || [http://www.merten.de/download/DL_doku/V5026_581_01_web.pdf Link] ||   || Ap15e || Works well

|-
|| Merten || Single Radio flush-mounted receiver || 507001 || 6,2,27,2,2 ||Apr 2009 || Indoor || [http://www.merten.de/download/DL_doku/V5070_581_01_web.pdf Link] ||   || Ap15e || Works well

|}

=== '''Plug & Receptacle Devices''' ===

{| border="1" cellpadding="2"
! Manufacturer !! Device Type !! Model no. !! Version !! Date Purchased !! Location (indoor/outdoor) !! Specs !! Product Review !! Added by User !! Notes

|-
|| Intermatic || In-Wall Receptacle || CA3500 || 1 || Nov 2008 || Indoor || [http://shop.micasaverde.com/index.php?main_page=product_info&cPath=105&products_id=97 Link] || [http://www.amazon.com/review/product/B000U3XYPA/ref=dp_top_cm_cr_acr_txt?_encoding=UTF8&showViewpoints=1 Link] || || This is a decent, but expensive solution for in-wall receptacles

|-
|| Intermatic || Appliance Module || HA02C || 1 || Nov 2008 || Indoor || [http://shop.micasaverde.com/index.php?main_page=product_info&cPath=108&products_id=98 Link] || [http://www.amazon.com/Intermatic-HA02C-Settings-Heavy-Duty-Appliance/dp/B000BJSDZO/ref=sr_1_3?ie=UTF8&qid=1227467418&sr=8-3 Link] || || Seems to work well

|-
|| ACT || In-Wall Receptacle || ZRR150W || 2.2 || Nov 2008 || Indoor || [http://store.homeseer.com/store/ZRR150W---Z-Wave-Split-Duplex-Receptacle-ACT-HomePro-P528C123.aspx Link] || [http://store.homeseer.com/store/ZRR150W---Z-Wave-Split-Duplex-Receptacle-ACT-HomePro-P528C123.aspx Link] || || Works like a champ! Easy to Install

|-
|| Intermatic || Outdoor Module || HA04C || 1 || Dec 2008 || Outdoor || [http://store.homeseer.com/store/HA04C---Z-Wave-Outdoor-Module-Intermatic-HomeSettings-P6C62.aspx Link] || [http://store.homeseer.com/store/HA04C---Z-Wave-Outdoor-Module-Intermatic-HomeSettings-P6C62.aspx Link] || [http://forum.micasaverde.com/index.php?action=profile;u=66 Kozanator] || Easy to Install.
|}

=== '''Thermostat Devices''' ===

{| border="1" cellpadding="2"
! Manufacturer !! Device Type || Model no. !! Version !! Date Purchased !! Location (indoor/outdoor) !! Specs !! Product Review !! Notes
|-
|| Wayne Dalton || Wall Stat || WDTC-20 || ?? || Nov 2008 || Indoor || [http://store.homeseer.com/store/WDTC-20---Z-Wave-Thermostat-Wayne-Dalton-P599C38.aspx Link] || [http://www.amazon.com/Wayne-Dalton-Corporation-Z-Wave-Thermostat/dp/B001F8QKYQ Link] || Has 2 inclusion modes: 1) press and release the bind button and the STAT will be included as a thermostat and works with Vera, 2) press and hold the bind button and it will be added as a binary switch for compatibility with old, non-compliant remotes. If it's added in the wrong mode, remove it and re-add it. Works great simple to use!

|-
|| HAI || Wall Stat || RC-80BZ || ?? || Nov 2007 || Indoor || [http://www.homeauto.com Link] || [http://www.homeauto.com/Downloads/Products/Omnistat/rcr80.pdf Link] ||Shows up as Standard Thermostat in Vera, Hold button feature not able to control by Vera at this time. Priced above 200.00. Has internal setback programs. Works great.
|-
|| RCS || Wall Stat || TZ43 || ?? || Nov 2008 || Indoor || [http://store.homeseer.com/store/TZ43---Z-Wave-Thermostat-RCS-P627C67.aspx Link] || [http://store.homeseer.com/store/TZ43---Z-Wave-Thermostat-RCS-P627C67.aspx Link] ||Shows up as Standard Thermostat in Vera, much more feature rich the the WDTC-20 but comes with a hefty price tag ($214.95). Wish Vera could use all the features in this Thermostat! '''Note:'''You need to set the thermostat to show the temperature, on its display, in Celsius degree in order to be able to receive "Set Temp" commands from Vera
|-
|| Intermatic || InTouch || CA8900 || || Nov 2008 || Indoor || [http://www.smarthome-products.com/p-663-intermatic-intouch-ca8900-z-wave-digital-thermostat.aspx Link] || ||Looks very similar to the Wayne Dalton WDTC-20 listed here. works great, simple to use
|-
|| Danfoss || Radiator thermostat || RA PLUS-w|| || || Indoor || || || See: [[Danfoss_Thermostat]] for installation instructions
|}

=== '''Sensors''' ===

{| border="1" cellpadding="2"
! Manufacturer !! Device Type !! Model no. !! Version !! Date Purchased !! Location (indoor/outdoor) !! Specs !! Product Review !! Added by User !! Notes
|-
|| ACT || Motion Sensor || PIR000 / PIR010|| || || Indoor || || || || Remove the cover, pair to Vera's dongle by using the push-button on the left of the circuit board. Vera must configure it to work, and it can only be configured within a few minutes of inserting the batteries. With Vera's dongle removed, remove/reinsert the batteries, and within 30 seconds insert Vera's dongle. Within a few minutes confirm the "configure" icon for the device is green on Vera's setup page
|-
|| Express Controls aka HomeSeer || 3-in-1 sensor (light/temperature/motion) || || || || || || || || See [[ExpressControls3in1]]
|-
|| EverSpring/Hawking/Home Managemeables || Door/window sensor || SM103 || 6,2,9,1,0 || Indoor || Apr 2009 || [http://www.everspring.com/Products/Home_Automation_Detail.asp?parentUID=83&UID=355&CateUIDList=0,83 Link] [http://www.everspring.com/Archive/Image/File/A501110873R01_SM103_-ECR.pdf Link] || || Ap15e || Pair using the intrusion button. The sensor will accept configuration within a few minutes of the initial pairing, or of pressing the intrusion button on the back even after it's paired. Pair the device, or if it's already paired, press the intrusion button, and within 30 seconds insert Vera's dongle. Within a few minutes confirm the "configure" icon for the device is green on Vera's setup page. NOTE: There is some confusion about the orientation of the sensor. The main sensor body has a back (where the intrusion is), a front (where the logo and LED is), and the 2 other surfaces, one of which has a curved edge, and the other is flat. The magnet needs to go against the flat surface. And the flat surface on the magnet should be as close as possible to the flat surface on the sensor, lined up in the middle so the line which passes through the LED lines up with the sensor.
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|| Everspring || Motion Detector || SP103 || 6,2,9,1,0 || Apr 2009 || Indoor || [http://www.everspring.com/Products/Home_Automation_Detail.asp?parentUID=83&UID=354&CateUIDList=0,83 Link] [http://www.everspring.com/Archive/Image/File/A501110874R01_SP103_%20-%20ECR.pdf Link] ||   || Ap15e || Works well
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|| Fortrezz || Water /Freeze|| WWA-01 || ?????? || Apr 2009 || Indoor || [http://www.Fortrezz.com Link] [http://www.fortrezz.com/resources/WWA_manual_01May2009.pdf Link] || || Zmistro|| Works great I would place a few in your house. Bathrooms, laundry , kitchen , basement. Great product!
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=== '''Door Locks''' ===

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! Manufacturer !! Device Type !! Model no. !! Version !! Date Purchased !! Location (indoor/outdoor) !! Specs !! Product Review !! Notes
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|| Schlage || Door lock and deadbolt || || || || Indoor || || || Read the instructions here: [[Schlage_Lock]]
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=== '''Drapes/Blinds''' ===

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! Manufacturer !! Device Type !! Model no. !! Version !! Date Purchased !! Location (indoor/outdoor) !! Specs !! Product Review !! Notes
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|| Electronic Solutions || Drape/Blind motor || DBMZ || || || Indoor || || [http://www.smarthus.info/support/manuals/zw_motorkontroll/DBMZ.pdf Link] ||
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=== '''Relay controls''' ===

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! Manufacturer !! Device Type !! Model no. !! Version !! Date Purchased !! Location (indoor/outdoor) !! Specs !! Product Review !! Notes
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|| intermatic || Contactor control box || CA3750 || ||Nov 2007 || Indoor/Outdoor || [http://www.intouchcontrols.com/~/media/Files/InTouchControls/Products/Spec%20Sheets/CA3750.ashx Link || || Multi-instance class supported for this device. Vera is able to control each of the 2 relays independently if desired. please note unit shows as three switches this is a bug with intermatic not a real issue.You can check the box in devices to not show the second listing of the first relay in "Dasboard" You can control heavy loads like a water heater ,pool pump motor/s. great device ]
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=== '''Window Coverings''' ===

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|| Merten || Radio roller shutter push-button || 5025xx, 5035xx, 5045xx || 6,2,27,2,4 || Apr 2009 || Indoor || [http://www.merten.de/download/DL_doku/V5025_581_01_web.pdf Link] ||   || Ap15e || Open/Close buttons work well, but slide bar does not work.
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|| Duewi || Radio roller shutter push-button || 054368 || 6,2,51,1,0 || Jun 2009 || Indoor || [http://www.duewi.de/index.php?productid=37344 Link] ||   || Lutz || Open/Close buttons work well, but slide bar does not work.
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