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Create your own MobiLinc and VMC Italia workflow
Create custom workflows effortlessly by selecting triggers, queries, and actions. With IFTTT, it's simple: “If this” trigger happens, “then that” action follows. Streamline tasks and save time with automated workflows that work for you.
21 triggers, queries, and actions
A device turned on or 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 INSTEON or Z-Wave device turns on or off.
A lock is locked, unlocked, or jammed
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 a lock changes status.
A program is true or false
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 a program is true or false.
A security area changed state
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 a security area changed state to armed or disarmed.
A sensor turned on or 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 a Motion, Water Leak, TriggerLinc, or Door sensor turns on or off.
A variable is set to a value
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 a state or integer variable is set.
A Z-Wave device is reporting low battery
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 any Z-Wave device is reporting 20% or less battery remaining.
History of device ons or offs
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 INSTEON or Z-Wave device turns on or off.
History of lock locks, unlocks, or jams
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 a lock changes status.
Adjust a thermostat
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 adjust a thermostat's mode and setpoint.
Arm or disarm a security area
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 arm or disarm a security area.
CHANGE SPEED
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 speed of your VMC
Lock or unlock a door
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 lock or unlock a Z-Wave lock.
Open or close the garage door
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 open or close the garage door controlled by an INSTEON IOLinc.
Run, enable, or disable a 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 enable, disable, or run a program's If, Then, or Else condition.
Set a variable
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 a state or integer variable to a custom value.
Turn a light on, off, or dim
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 turn an INSTEON or Z-Wave light on, off, or dim.
Turn a scene on or off
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 turn a scene on or off.
Turn a switch on or off
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 turn an INSTEON, Z-Wave, or X10 device on or off.
TURN OFF
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 turn off your VMC
TURN ON
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 turn on your VMC
A device turned on or 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 INSTEON or Z-Wave device turns on or off.
A lock is locked, unlocked, or jammed
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 a lock changes status.
A program is true or false
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 a program is true or false.
A security area changed state
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 a security area changed state to armed or disarmed.
A sensor turned on or 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 a Motion, Water Leak, TriggerLinc, or Door sensor turns on or off.
A variable is set to a value
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 a state or integer variable is set.
A Z-Wave device is reporting low battery
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 any Z-Wave device is reporting 20% or less battery remaining.
Adjust a thermostat
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 adjust a thermostat's mode and setpoint.
Arm or disarm a security area
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 arm or disarm a security area.
CHANGE SPEED
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 speed of your VMC
History of device ons or offs
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 INSTEON or Z-Wave device turns on or off.
History of lock locks, unlocks, or jams
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 a lock changes status.
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About MobiLinc
MobiLinc is the leading iOS, Android app, and cloud service for the popular ISY home automation controller by Universal Devices. MobiLinc and the ISY support INSTEON and Z-Wave devices for real-time status and control of your lights, thermostats, switches, garage door, irrigation system, and more.
MobiLinc is the leading iOS, Android app, and cloud service for the popular ISY home automation controller by Universal Devices. MobiLinc and the ISY support INSTEON and Z-Wave devices for real-time status and control of your lights, thermostats, switches, garage door, irrigation system, and more.
About VMC Italia
Connect your VMC Italia HVAC system to monitor and optimize air quality, temperature, and ventilation.
Automate fresh air flow, reduce energy consumption, and create a healthier indoor environment—wherever you are.
Connect your VMC Italia HVAC system to monitor and optimize air quality, temperature, and ventilation. Automate fresh air flow, reduce energy consumption, and create a healthier indoor environment—wherever you are.