Insteon devices require that the device be linked to the controller (AKA PLM or Hub). The currently the linking process has to be done manually because an HA interface has not been developed to support linking. The general roadmap for this development would be:
- Enable the All-Linking process to be initiated in HA between the PLM and a device
- Enable configuration of devices for device specific features. For example, the motion sensor can be configured for motion or light sensitivity before events are triggered. Some of these options can only be done electronically so having a UI is critical.
- Support full network management such as linking between two devices. For example, allow keypad 1 to turn an outlet on/off without going through HA.
Looking at the Z-Wave design, having an Insteon PLM option under Configuration seems like the consistent approach but want to confirm that before getting started.
Looking at just the minimum viable product for item 1 however, all I need is a dialog box that can initiate the All-Link process. All I am looking for is a way display a “Start All-Linking” button but I don’t see an obvious way to do this within the design standards of HA. Any direction would be appreciated. Thanks.