Hello everyone, I’m reaching out to the community for some advice on a couple of issues I’ve been facing with my smart home setup. I’ve been using Z-Wave Plus switches from GE and Honeywell, but my wife has pointed out a problem with their design. Unlike traditional toggle switches, these Z-Wave switches stay in the center position after being pressed, making it impossible to visually determine if they’re on or off. This is particularly problematic for outdoor lights where visibility is crucial. I’ve explored paddle-type switches as an alternative, but they come with their own set of challenges, such as visibility from a distance and installation difficulties in ganged setups. Does anyone have experience with true toggle-type Z-Wave switches that might solve this issue? I’d greatly appreciate any recommendations or insights!
Additionally, I’ve noticed a significant delay in my local backups, taking around 60 seconds before the save dialog appears. I’m wondering if this is a common occurrence or if there might be an underlying issue that needs addressing. Any tips or troubleshooting steps would be invaluable.
Lastly, I’ve been experimenting with creating more complex rules in my system, but I’ve encountered some puzzling behavior. Specifically, when cloning a working rule to modify it for a different scenario, such as changing the thermostat mode from ‘cool’ to ‘heat’, I’ve found the process to be unexpectedly cumbersome. It raises questions about whether there could be hidden issues or corruptions within the rules themselves. I’m curious if others have faced similar challenges and how they’ve navigated them.
I’m really hoping to get some clarity on these topics. Your collective wisdom would be a tremendous help in optimizing my smart home setup. Thanks in advance for your time and support!