adding additional device after initial setup

denno
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adding additional device after initial setup

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First--thanks so much for doing this. It's phenomenal.

Question about adding additional devices in the iOS Homekit app. I configured the Homekit server in Indigo and added a device. I then successfully added them to the Homekit app. I went back to Indigo and added another device. How do I get that 2nd device to show up in the Homekit app? The Getting Started Guide says new devices will just appear but I'm not seeing it.

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denno
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Re: adding additional device after initial setup

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Turning the Homekit Bridge off then on made them appear--not sure if that's what's supposed to happen
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Colorado4Wheeler
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Re: adding additional device after initial setup

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It's unclear why that is needed for about 50% of the new installs but it is. It's noted in the quick start guide too. I've never been able to find exactly what causes that requirement but it's only after the first install, from that point on its fine.
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denno
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Re: adding additional device after initial setup

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Thanks. It also seems like response to voice commands via HomePod is inconsistent. Is that a known issue?
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Re: adding additional device after initial setup

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Not for me, I have several of them and they are actually quite good IMO.
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HomeKit Bridge | Device Extensions | Security Manager | LCD Creator | Room-O-Matic | Smart Dimmer | Scene Toggle | Powermiser | Homebridge Buddy

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