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52 triggers, queries, and actions
Any new post on HousingWire
Polling trigger
Polling Applets run after IFTTT reaches out to the trigger service and finds a new trigger event. These trigger checks occur every 5 minutes for Pro and Pro+ users, and every hour for Free users.
This trigger fires whenever there is a new post on HousingWire.
iDrate controller fault detected
Polling trigger
Polling Applets run after IFTTT reaches out to the trigger service and finds a new trigger event. These trigger checks occur every 5 minutes for Pro and Pro+ users, and every hour for Free users.
This trigger fires when an iDrate controller detects a fault.
iDrate station fault detected
Polling trigger
Polling Applets run after IFTTT reaches out to the trigger service and finds a new trigger event. These trigger checks occur every 5 minutes for Pro and Pro+ users, and every hour for Free users.
This trigger fires when an iDrate Station detects a fault.
iDrate system is turned off
Polling trigger
Polling Applets run after IFTTT reaches out to the trigger service and finds a new trigger event. These trigger checks occur every 5 minutes for Pro and Pro+ users, and every hour for Free users.
This trigger fires when your iDrate is turned off.
iDrate system is turned on
Polling trigger
Polling Applets run after IFTTT reaches out to the trigger service and finds a new trigger event. These trigger checks occur every 5 minutes for Pro and Pro+ users, and every hour for Free users.
This trigger fires when your iDrate is turned on.
iZone system duct temperature falls below
Polling trigger
Polling Applets run after IFTTT reaches out to the trigger service and finds a new trigger event. These trigger checks occur every 5 minutes for Pro and Pro+ users, and every hour for Free users.
This Trigger fires if the iZone systems supply air temperature falls below a specified threshold.
iZone system duct temperature rises above
Polling trigger
Polling Applets run after IFTTT reaches out to the trigger service and finds a new trigger event. These trigger checks occur every 5 minutes for Pro and Pro+ users, and every hour for Free users.
This Trigger fires if the A/C systems supply air temperature rises above a specified threshold.
iZone System is Off
Polling trigger
Polling Applets run after IFTTT reaches out to the trigger service and finds a new trigger event. These trigger checks occur every 5 minutes for Pro and Pro+ users, and every hour for Free users.
This Trigger fires if the iZone system is turned off.
iZone System is On
Polling trigger
Polling Applets run after IFTTT reaches out to the trigger service and finds a new trigger event. These trigger checks occur every 5 minutes for Pro and Pro+ users, and every hour for Free users.
This Trigger fires if the iZone system is turned on.
iZone system temperature falls below
Polling trigger
Polling Applets run after IFTTT reaches out to the trigger service and finds a new trigger event. These trigger checks occur every 5 minutes for Pro and Pro+ users, and every hour for Free users.
This Trigger fires when the AC unit temperature falls below a specified threshold.
iZone system temperature rises above
Polling trigger
Polling Applets run after IFTTT reaches out to the trigger service and finds a new trigger event. These trigger checks occur every 5 minutes for Pro and Pro+ users, and every hour for Free users.
This Trigger fires when the AC unit temperature rises above a specified threshold.
Light is turned off
Polling trigger
Polling Applets run after IFTTT reaches out to the trigger service and finds a new trigger event. These trigger checks occur every 5 minutes for Pro and Pro+ users, and every hour for Free users.
This trigger fires when an iLight is turned off.
History of iDrate station fault detected
Query
A query lets your Applet retrieve extra data that isn't included in the trigger, so that your automation can include more complete or useful information.
This query returns a list of when an iDrate Station detects a fault.
History of iLight is turned on
Query
A query lets your Applet retrieve extra data that isn't included in the trigger, so that your automation can include more complete or useful information.
This query returns a list of when an iLight was turned on.
History of iZone system duct temperature falls below
Query
A query lets your Applet retrieve extra data that isn't included in the trigger, so that your automation can include more complete or useful information.
This query returns a list of if the iZone systems supply air temperature falls below a specified threshold. Note: this query will only return future events after this Applet is created.
History of iZone system is off
Query
A query lets your Applet retrieve extra data that isn't included in the trigger, so that your automation can include more complete or useful information.
This query returns a list of if the iZone system was turned off.
History of iZone System is On
Query
A query lets your Applet retrieve extra data that isn't included in the trigger, so that your automation can include more complete or useful information.
This query returns a list of when the iZone system was turned on.
History of iZone system temperature rises above
Query
A query lets your Applet retrieve extra data that isn't included in the trigger, so that your automation can include more complete or useful information.
This query returns a list of when the AC unit temperature rises above a specified threshold. Note: this query will only return future events after this Applet is created.
History of lights turned off
Query
A query lets your Applet retrieve extra data that isn't included in the trigger, so that your automation can include more complete or useful information.
This query returns a list of when an iLight was turned off.
History of when the iDrate system turned on
Query
A query lets your Applet retrieve extra data that isn't included in the trigger, so that your automation can include more complete or useful information.
This query returns a list of when your iDrate was turned on.
Activate iLight favourite
Action
An action is the task your Applet carries out after the trigger occurs. It defines what happens as the result of your automation and completes the workflow.
This action will activate a specified favourite for your iLight.
Activate iZone favourite
Action
An action is the task your Applet carries out after the trigger occurs. It defines what happens as the result of your automation and completes the workflow.
This Action will activate the selected iZone favourite.
Change light effect
Action
An action is the task your Applet carries out after the trigger occurs. It defines what happens as the result of your automation and completes the workflow.
This action will change the special effect for the iLight.
Decrease iZone system target temperature
Action
An action is the task your Applet carries out after the trigger occurs. It defines what happens as the result of your automation and completes the workflow.
This Action will decrease the A/C setpoint by the selected number of degrees celcius.
Decrease zone target temperature
Action
An action is the task your Applet carries out after the trigger occurs. It defines what happens as the result of your automation and completes the workflow.
This Action will decrease the selected zone setpoint temperature by the selected number of degrees celcius.
Increase iZone system target temperature
Action
An action is the task your Applet carries out after the trigger occurs. It defines what happens as the result of your automation and completes the workflow.
This Action will increase the A/C setpoint temperature by selected number of degrees celcius.
Increase zone target temperature
Action
An action is the task your Applet carries out after the trigger occurs. It defines what happens as the result of your automation and completes the workflow.
This Action will increase the selected zone setpoint temperature by the selected number of degrees celcius.
Run iDrate Program
Action
An action is the task your Applet carries out after the trigger occurs. It defines what happens as the result of your automation and completes the workflow.
This action will run the selected Program on the iDrate.
Run iDrate station
Action
An action is the task your Applet carries out after the trigger occurs. It defines what happens as the result of your automation and completes the workflow.
This action will run the selected iDrate station.
Set iDrate run time ratio factor
Action
An action is the task your Applet carries out after the trigger occurs. It defines what happens as the result of your automation and completes the workflow.
This action will change the station run times by the selected percentage. This will increase or decrease the programmed station running time.
Set iDrate weather mode
Action
An action is the task your Applet carries out after the trigger occurs. It defines what happens as the result of your automation and completes the workflow.
This action will changes the iDrate weather mode to fine.
Set iSave
Action
An action is the task your Applet carries out after the trigger occurs. It defines what happens as the result of your automation and completes the workflow.
This Action will set iSave for the selected iZone system. The iSave cools your whole home using your ducted reverse cycle air conditioner’s fan mode for only a few cents an hour.
Activate iLight favourite
Action
An action is the task your Applet carries out after the trigger occurs. It defines what happens as the result of your automation and completes the workflow.
This action will activate a specified favourite for your iLight.
Activate iZone favourite
Action
An action is the task your Applet carries out after the trigger occurs. It defines what happens as the result of your automation and completes the workflow.
This Action will activate the selected iZone favourite.
Any new post on HousingWire
Polling trigger
Polling Applets run after IFTTT reaches out to the trigger service and finds a new trigger event. These trigger checks occur every 5 minutes for Pro and Pro+ users, and every hour for Free users.
This trigger fires whenever there is a new post on HousingWire.
Change light effect
Action
An action is the task your Applet carries out after the trigger occurs. It defines what happens as the result of your automation and completes the workflow.
This action will change the special effect for the iLight.
Decrease iZone system target temperature
Action
An action is the task your Applet carries out after the trigger occurs. It defines what happens as the result of your automation and completes the workflow.
This Action will decrease the A/C setpoint by the selected number of degrees celcius.
Decrease zone target temperature
Action
An action is the task your Applet carries out after the trigger occurs. It defines what happens as the result of your automation and completes the workflow.
This Action will decrease the selected zone setpoint temperature by the selected number of degrees celcius.
History of iDrate station fault detected
Query
A query lets your Applet retrieve extra data that isn't included in the trigger, so that your automation can include more complete or useful information.
This query returns a list of when an iDrate Station detects a fault.
History of iLight is turned on
Query
A query lets your Applet retrieve extra data that isn't included in the trigger, so that your automation can include more complete or useful information.
This query returns a list of when an iLight was turned on.
History of iZone system duct temperature falls below
Query
A query lets your Applet retrieve extra data that isn't included in the trigger, so that your automation can include more complete or useful information.
This query returns a list of if the iZone systems supply air temperature falls below a specified threshold. Note: this query will only return future events after this Applet is created.
History of iZone system is off
Query
A query lets your Applet retrieve extra data that isn't included in the trigger, so that your automation can include more complete or useful information.
This query returns a list of if the iZone system was turned off.
History of iZone System is On
Query
A query lets your Applet retrieve extra data that isn't included in the trigger, so that your automation can include more complete or useful information.
This query returns a list of when the iZone system was turned on.
History of iZone system temperature rises above
Query
A query lets your Applet retrieve extra data that isn't included in the trigger, so that your automation can include more complete or useful information.
This query returns a list of when the AC unit temperature rises above a specified threshold. Note: this query will only return future events after this Applet is created.
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About HousingWire
Housingwire.com is a news and information website dedicated to providing the latest insights on the U.S. housing industry. Launched in 2004, it offers content and resources on mortgage finance, banking, real estate investment and more, to enable people to make informed decisions regarding their housing needs. The site covers residential and commercial property markets as well as the latest developments in legislation and policy related to the housing sector.
Housingwire.com is a news and information website dedicated to providing the latest insights on the U.S. housing industry. Launched in 2004, it offers content and resources on mortgage finance, banking, real estate investment and more, to enable people to make informed decisions regarding their housing needs. The site covers residential and commercial property markets as well as the latest developments in legislation and policy related to the housing sector.
About iZone
The iZone is the perfect way to control your iZone smart home system on your phone or tablet. You can manage your whole system including your Aircon, lighting, irrigation, garage door, blinds and 240 Volt appliances. iZone is an inexpensive plug & play home automation system that gives you total control of the following iZone services:
- iZone Air Conditioning
- iZone Lights
- iZone Power
- iZone Roller Blinds
- iZone Garden Irrigation
- iZone Garage door control
- Wireless Switches
The iZone is the perfect way to control your iZone smart home system on your phone or tablet. You can manage your whole system including your Aircon, lighting, irrigation, garage door, blinds and 240 Volt appliances. iZone is an inexpensive plug & play home automation system that gives you total control of the following iZone services:
- iZone Air Conditioning
- iZone Lights
- iZone Power
- iZone Roller Blinds
- iZone Garden Irrigation
- iZone Garage door control
- Wireless Switches