Initial installations and pairings reported as mostly smooth
Beta testing has begun for humidity and temperature sensor comparisons, with initial data shared.
Z-Wave JS config file updated to include more information for P121 and correct a previous error.
Hubitat driver is now feature-complete.
A shared spreadsheet outlining parameters and features for validation has been distributed to beta testers, with confirmations of access.
Risks/Blockers
Sensor placement and the environment within the J-box significantly impact humidity and temperature readings, leading to differences compared to dedicated sensors.
Inherent difficulty in achieving accurate temperature readings from a switch due to internal heat generation.
Lack of a parameter to adjust the humidity reporting threshold on the switch was noted.
Concern raised about how Inovelli positions ancillary sensor functionality (humidity/temperature) as a potential replacement for dedicated sensors, given observed differences in readings.
The generic SmartThings driver currently limits functionality to on/off; a specific beta driver is needed.
Suggestion for a multiplier or variance parameter in the driver to adjust sensor readings, as Blue Series previously reported lower values compared to other sensors.
Timeline
Comprehensive testing instructions and items are pending distribution, awaiting all test units to be received by beta testers.
Full parameter and feature validation can now commence with the distribution of the shared testing spreadsheet.
Decisions
Inovelli Red Series drivers are being consolidated into a single package to simplify installation, moving away from separate drivers for each product for SmartThings.
User preference expressed for exposing all sensor data, allowing users to decide how to utilize it.
Action Items
Eric M. to confirm SmartThings driver availability and status.
Beta testers to use the shared spreadsheet to log results for parameter and feature validation, with two testers required per hub/gateway for approval.
Evaluate the feasibility of adding a sensitivity or multiplier parameter for humidity/temperature readings in the driver.
Phoenix 2.0 Z-Wave firmware and v1.2 firmware do not exhibit the cumulative electric consumption reporting issue.
Risks/Blockers
Cumulative electric consumption reporting is off by a factor of 10 (e.g., reporting 20 kWh instead of 2 kWh). This may be due to hardware changes between Phoenix and Linus/Pulsar not being accounted for in firmware.
Individual LED default color/intensity parameters (e.g., params 60-63) were added to the On/Off and a question was asked about adding them to the Dimmers.
LED color consistency issues observed between Pulsar and VZM32, with Pulsar appearing more saturated. This could be related to differences in diffusers between products.
Timeline
Lab testing for Z-Wave certification is currently underway.
Decisions
Individual LED default color/intensity parameters were likely not implemented in Red Series (2-1s) due to firmware size limitations.
Action Items
Investigate the cumulative electric consumption reporting issue.
Dig up the Teams thread regarding diffuser differences between products, potentially related to LED color consistency.