PowerLinc Incompatibility with i2CS Firmware Modules

Most newer INSTEON modules (as of 3/2012) have Smarthome's i2CS firmware, which includes many reliability improvements. However, these modules now require INSTEON extended messages to work properly and the older PowerLinc 2414U does not support extended messages.

The i2CS modules work with the newer PowerLinc interfaces, including:

• PowerLinc 2413U (Dual-Band – recommended)
• INSTEON RF Adapter (RF Only – discontinued)

Note: Smarthome no longer makes a standalone controller like the 2414U that Indigo can use. See our article on standalone controllers for more details.