Thermostat Enhancement Plugin

OK, did your above steps, and deleted the pref file: com.schollnick.indigoplugin.Thermostat_Addons.indiPref

The only change to report is that the install DID NOT default to de-bug mode ON this time. But still no data.

Above you state

You need to delete the preferences for the plugin, and the devices

Devices plural? Is this a typo, or are there suppose to be more than one device?

There is the possibility, since the Thermostat plugin was one of the first plugins I started working on, that there could be one or two thermostat plugin indipref files, with slightly different names... The name of the plugin changed shortly after I rewrote it as a v5 plugin.

This is certainly odd. Could you email me your Indigo database file to Benjamin AT schollnick DOT net?

I think I'll need to take a look and see if I can find out what's different in your setup...

- Ben

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And, FYI, the newsletter isn't really that recent - we've been doing them 3 times a year for the past 3 years. The goal is quarterly but as Matt says it's hard to find the time to get them out that regularly.

@bschollnick2, In comparing our hardware I noticed that your Venstar adapter is 92 (i2) and mine is 95 (i2CS).

Is it possible the plugin is not compatible with the new (i2CS) firmware engine?

If that's not the case then I will re-visit this issue later in the year when I migrate to a new MAC. I will let you know then if the problem is still there or has gone away.

Thanks for the contribution.

@bschollnick2, In comparing our hardware I noticed that your Venstar adapter is 92 (i2) and mine is 95 (i2CS).

Is it possible the plugin is not compatible with the new (i2CS) firmware engine?

If that's not the case then I will re-visit this issue later in the year when I migrate to a new MAC. I will let you know then if the problem is still there or has gone away.

I can't think of any reason why it would....

That's one reason I would like to examine your database, to see if the naming of the device type has changed... And so I can simulate your environment to see what is breaking...

- Ben

I believe I am experiencing the same problem as CraigM. I have also tried the recommended procedures and have not had any luck. I love the concept and originally had an early adapter that I didn't think should work so after receiving a recall replacement version 95 (i2CS) I was hoping to get this to work. If you would like any further information on my configuration I would be happy to share if it would help in any way.

I believe I am experiencing the same problem as CraigM. I have also tried the recommended procedures and have not had any luck. I love the concept and originally had an early adapter that I didn't think should work so after receiving a recall replacement version 95 (i2CS) I was hoping to get this to work. If you would like any further information on my configuration I would be happy to share if it would help in any way.

As I mentioned to Craig, I really need to see someone's database, that is having this issue.

If your willing to send me a copy of your database, I can try to debug this to see why it's happening... I can't duplicate the issue here, without simulating your environment... If your willing, please zip your database file up, and send it over to Benjamin AT schollnick DOT net...

I do plan to add some more enhancement's, including multiple thermostat support... But at this time, I am working on Find My iDevices, and Switchboard...

- Ben

Well, I found part of the problem, with some of the newer thermostats....

The 2491T7E Thermostat has a different model string.... So that was being rejected, since the plugin was not aware of that particular Thermostat model...

I am currently working on v1.05 of the Thermostat Enhancement plugin, which will support multiple thermostats...

But, the big issue here, is that I only have one Thermostat....
So, I would appreciate it, if anyone that has multiple thermostats, please contact me at Beta AT schollnick DOT net, and please volunteer to test this... I would greatly appreciate it.

I am hoping to have a version ready for test this weekend...

- Benjamin

I am releasing v1.10 of the Thermostat Enhancement Plugin.

The major change in v1.10 is multiple thermostat support... In addition....

• Added automatic Device State updating
• Added preliminary support for multiple thermostat support. You will need to update your Thermostat Monitor device with the thermostat to monitor. Just open the Device, and choose it from the pull down, and then save...
• Multiple thermostat support is still in beta. Please contact me if you run into any issues!!!
• Added support for the 2491T7E Thermostat (Venstar Integrated adapter).

https://dl.dropbox.com/u/241415/Thermos ... 0v1.10.zip

Well, I found part of the problem, with some of the newer thermostats....

The 2491T7E Thermostat has a different model string.... So that was being rejected, since the plugin was not aware of that particular Thermostat model...

- Benjamin

I tried the new plug (1.10) making sure to select the thermostat. I only have one so I can't speak to function with multiple. But I still am not seeing any data collected. I removed the the plug in and deleted the preferences as described previously just to make sure but still no luck. I am running a combination of and older T1800 (3 years maybe) with a recent adapter (2441V Firmware: 95 i2CS).

Don't know if any of this is helpful but can provide any additional data if needed.

Well, I found part of the problem, with some of the newer thermostats....

The 2491T7E Thermostat has a different model string.... So that was being rejected, since the plugin was not aware of that particular Thermostat model...

- Benjamin

I tried the new plug (1.10) making sure to select the thermostat. I only have one so I can't speak to function with multiple. But I still am not seeing any data collected. I removed the the plug in and deleted the preferences as described previously just to make sure but still no luck. I am running a combination of and older T1800 (3 years maybe) with a recent adapter (2441V Firmware: 95 i2CS).

Don't know if any of this is helpful but can provide any additional data if needed.

Can you send me your database file, so that I can check what device id of your thermostat? Please send it zipped to benjamin AT schollnick DOT net, and I'll send you an updated plugin to test....

I am releasing v1.10 of the Thermostat Enhancement Plugin.

The major change in v1.10 is multiple thermostat support... In addition....

• Added automatic Device State updating
• Added preliminary support for multiple thermostat support. You will need to update your Thermostat Monitor device with the thermostat to monitor. Just open the Device, and choose it from the pull down, and then save...
• Multiple thermostat support is still in beta. Please contact me if you run into any issues!!!
• Added support for the 2491T7E Thermostat (Venstar Integrated adapter).

https://dl.dropbox.com/u/241415/Thermos ... 0v1.10.zip

Thanks for the update Ben,

Getting these errors:

Reloading plugin "Thermostat Enhancement Add-On 1.10"
Stopping plugin "Thermostat Enhancement Add-On 1.10" (pid 6984)
Thermostat Enhancement Add-On Error exception in deviceStopComm(HVAC Monitor): 'pop(): dictionary is empty'
Plugin "Thermostat Enhancement Add-On" disconnected
Starting plugin "Thermostat Enhancement Add-On 1.10" (pid 7462)
Plugin "Thermostat Enhancement Add-On" connected
Plugin "Thermostat Enhancement Add-On 1.10" started



Oct 11, 2012 12:00:00 PM

Thermostat Enhancement Add-On Error Error in plugin execution ServerReplacedElem:

Traceback (most recent call last):
File "plugin.py", line 256, in deviceUpdated
File "plugin.py", line 235, in return_thermo_monitor_for_thermostat
<type 'exceptions.KeyError'>: ('1955324795',)

Thermostat Enhancement Add-On Error Error in plugin execution ServerReplacedElem:

Traceback (most recent call last):
File "plugin.py", line 256, in deviceUpdated
File "plugin.py", line 235, in return_thermo_monitor_for_thermostat
<type 'exceptions.KeyError'>: ('1955324795',)

Thermostat Enhancement Add-On Error Error in plugin execution ServerReplacedElem:

Traceback (most recent call last):
File "plugin.py", line 256, in deviceUpdated
File "plugin.py", line 235, in return_thermo_monitor_for_thermostat
<type 'exceptions.KeyError'>: ('1955324795',)

Thermostat Enhancement Add-On Error Error in plugin execution ServerReplacedElem:

Traceback (most recent call last):
File "plugin.py", line 256, in deviceUpdated
File "plugin.py", line 235, in return_thermo_monitor_for_thermostat
<type 'exceptions.KeyError'>: ('1955324795',)

Re synced the thermostat and it appears to be working!

Oct 11, 2012 12:29:22 PM
Received INSTEON "HVAC" cool setpoint changed to 83.0
Received INSTEON "HVAC" cool setpoint changed to 81.0
Received INSTEON "HVAC" off (button 2)
Thermostat Enhancement Add-On The heating System ran for 3 minutes (Hours: 0.0)
Received INSTEON "HVAC" heat setpoint changed to 72.0

I'll keep an eye out for any more errors in the log.

Thanks Ben!

FYI, my device ID = 1198387351

Venstar T1800
2441V
Firmware 95 (i2CS)

FYI, my device ID = 1198387351

Venstar T1800
2441V
Firmware 95 (i2CS)

* From the Indigo Plugin's Menu, Choose Open Scripting Shell.
* type in 'print indigo.devices[1198387351]'

Cut and paste that output here, or in a private message, or an email to me at Benjamin AT schollnick DOT net.

I need the indigo.model name....

For example:

>>> print indigo.devices[71199202]
address : 0E.60.2F
buttonGroupCount : 0
coolIsOn : False
....
....
lastChanged : 2012-10-10 08:15:00
model : Thermostat Adapter
name : downstairs thermostat


- Benjamin

FYI, my device ID = 1198387351

Venstar T1800
2441V
Firmware 95 (i2CS)

* From the Indigo Plugin's Menu, Choose Open Scripting Shell.
* type in 'print indigo.devices[1198387351]'

Cut and paste that output here, or in a private message, or an email to me at Benjamin AT schollnick DOT net.

I need the indigo.model name....

For example:

>>> print indigo.devices[71199202]
address : 0E.60.2F
buttonGroupCount : 0
coolIsOn : False
....
....
lastChanged : 2012-10-10 08:15:00
model : Thermostat Adapter
name : downstairs thermostat


- Benjamin

Code: Select all

>>> print indigo.devices[1198387351]
address : 14.08.13
buttonGroupCount : 4
coolIsOn : False
coolSetpoint : 90.0
description : Venstar T-1800
deviceTypeId :
enabled : True
errorState :
fanIsOn : False
fanMode : Auto
folderId : 1953020381
globalProps : MetaProps : (dict)
heatIsOn : False
heatSetpoint : 66.0
humidities : []
humiditySensorCount : 0
hvacMode : Cool
id : 1198387351
lastChanged : 2012-10-11 10:46:59
model : Thermostat Adapter (2441V)
name : HVAC Thermostat [house]
pluginId :
pluginProps : emptyDict : (dict)
protocol : Insteon
remoteDisplay : True
states : States : (dict)
     hvacCoolerIsOn : off (on/off bool)
     hvacFanIsOn : off (on/off bool)
     hvacFanMode : 0 (integer)
     hvacFanMode.ui : auto on (string)
     hvacFanModeIsAlwaysOn : false (bool)
     hvacFanModeIsAuto : true (bool)
     hvacHeaterIsOn : off (on/off bool)
     hvacOperationMode : 2 (integer)
     hvacOperationMode.ui : cool on (string)
     hvacOperationModeIsAuto : false (bool)
     hvacOperationModeIsCool : true (bool)
     hvacOperationModeIsHeat : false (bool)
     hvacOperationModeIsOff : false (bool)
     hvacOperationModeIsProgramAuto : false (bool)
     hvacOperationModeIsProgramCool : false (bool)
     hvacOperationModeIsProgramHeat : false (bool)
     setpointCool : 90 (real)
     setpointHeat : 66 (real)
     temperatureInput1 : 81 (real)
     temperatureInputsAll : 81 (string)
supportsAllLightsOnOff : False
supportsAllOff : False
supportsStatusRequest : True
temperatureSensorCount : 1
temperatures : [81.0]
version : 149
>>>