INSTEON 2457D2 - Understanding Linking; Links Are One-Way; Links Remember a Devices State; Controllers

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When linking INSTEON devices, the links that
are created are one-way.
The current state of the controlled device is
stored in the link: on, o or dimmed.
Switch A will turn Switch B on and o but
Switch B cannot turn Switch A on or o.
The switch will turn on the Dimmer Module
to 75% brightness.
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INSTEON devices that can turn other devices
on or o are called controllers.
Sensors, Switches, Keypads and the
Hub are common controllers.
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INSTEON devices that receive the command of a
controller are called responders.
Switches, LED Bulbs, Plug-In Modules and
Micro Modules are common responders.
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RespondersControllers
Links Remember a Device’s StateLinks are One-Way
Understanding Linking
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