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    Home Automation Testing Hue Sync on my PC. With Siri Shortcuts and Wake-On-LAN I can wake the whole room up including the PC with one command.

    January 22, 2020

    Home Automation Testing Hue Sync on my PC. With Siri Shortcuts and Wake-On-LAN I can wake the whole room up including the PC with one command.

    Testing Hue Sync on my PC. With Siri Shortcuts and Wake-On-LAN I can wake the whole room up including the PC with one command.

    Posted: 21 Jan 2020 09:14 PM PST

    Overwhelmed and confused. Wanting to have smart thermostat for electric baseboard heaters...

    Posted: 21 Jan 2020 02:57 PM PST

    We originally bought a few Mysa thermostats based on their great reviews. We had an electrician come out to install them when we found out that all of our thermostats are only 2-wire, not 4-wire. He said that both wires were each 240v.

    I am trying not to make that same mistake again. It appears that we could get either the Sinope TH1123ZB or TH1500ZB or the Stelpro Maestro? Am I correct in assuming they should work?

    Also, I'm confused by the zigbee versus z wave stuff. For smart things, we currently have a next x yale door lock and some smart sensors and light bulbs through hive. Would I need to purchase an additional hub for the Sinope products? I know that the Stelpro Maestro serves as its own hub. We also have an Alexa Show 5, if that helps anything.

    I've tried googling some of this, but I end up confused and overwhelmed. Any help is much appreciated!

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    Thermostat, locks, alarm

    Posted: 21 Jan 2020 03:09 PM PST

    I'm looking to integrate my thermostat, alarm, and deadbolts (i.e. the alarm turns off/on when you unlock/lock it, the thermostat goes into home/away mode based on the alarm). I know ring works with some Schlage items, but doesn't work with any thermostat from what I can tell.

    It looks like Nest has all three, but, to be honest, the Schlage locks/keypads are much nicer looking than the Nest Yale. How do all three integrate?

    I already have simplisafe for home security (though I'm obviously willing to change) and it looks like it is integrated with Nest, and now sells a pretty ugly smart lock (also, my tenants would not have access to the app to unlock remotely, since giving access to the app gives full account access, including the ability to lock me out entirely--is this also the case with Nest/Ring?)

    Any suggestions on which system as a whole is best...I'm leaning towards Nest, but would love input.

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    Distributed 4k/13 bit video and multiroom structure planning

    Posted: 21 Jan 2020 10:42 PM PST

    Hey!

    So I'd like to be able to roam from room to room, with the same TV or music playing in all of them. I use AppleTV and Homekit as the source and control, and I want 4K and Dolby Vision support in the Main TV.

    Should I be looking at Control4? Savant? Roll-your-own distribution amps and baluns? IP video? The wiring would be newly installed for this application.

    For multi-room music I want an outside zone and inside zones, and I have Airplay2 at this time in 4 zones as the distribution/synchronization method.

    Thanks!

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    Is it possible to do a sunrise simulator just with Tasmota on a light?

    Posted: 21 Jan 2020 08:12 PM PST

    I have an RGBWW smart bulb flashed with the latest Tasmota (v8.1.0).

    Is it possible to make it act as a sunrise simulator, starting out dark and slowly lighting up over a few minutes at a specific time in the morning?

    I see that I can use a timer to turn it on or off, but that's not quite what I want. I see I can also use a timer to trigger a rule, but I'm not sure what I can do with a rule and don't see anything in the rules cookbook that is similar. [Yes, I do plan to add other components to the system -- a Home Assistant server that Alexa can control, but, if for no reason other than my WiFi isn't fully reliable, I'd love to be able to make the light work on its own with a timer]

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    Offline Home Controller?

    Posted: 21 Jan 2020 07:33 PM PST

    I live in an area in Atlanta where the power seems to go off a lot. I have Comcast as my service provider and they go down a lot. The net result in either situation is that my series of smart dimmers/switches become unusable when the internet goes down or while the modem is trying to reconnect after a brief power outtage.

    I cannot for the life of me figure out why all of these leviton products have to use individual channels to connect to the internet constantly. And though I have Google speakers in every room, they are absolutely useless without the internet which is maddening.

    Are there any products out that that can automatically reroute any internet calls to fake local addresses so that a local controller can trick them into thinking they are online? Any way to fool Google speakers so they work without needing the internet?

    Home automation sucks without the internet. There has to be local-only solution that solves some of these problems. Any suggestions? My home goes from super modern to downright primitive every time the power blinks and it might just be better to stay with primitive at this point.

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    How to turn a switched outlet into a half-hot outlet?

    Posted: 21 Jan 2020 09:13 PM PST

    Under my kitchen sink I have a fully switched socket which runs my garbage disposal. I would like to change it so only half of the socket is switched, and the other half is always hot...unfortunately I only have 2 wires running to the socket, so an old-school "normal" half-hot socket is not possible without running another wire, which will be more pain than it's worth. Soooo I figure this should be pretty doable with some HA components...the problem is I can't find quite what (I think) I need/want.

    First off, at the switch I'm planning on running the wires straight through, so the full outlet is always hot, then put some sort of wirelessly controlled plug on it which is somehow controlled by the switch. It doesn't matter what the solution looks like under the sink, but above the sink it needs to fit in the standard electrical box, in an existing multi-gang box...ideally using the same style rocker switch, with the same responsiveness as the existing switch (requirements for wife approval). Oh, and the plug needs to be able to handle at least 7 amps. I don't need it to be connected to my hub or my phone or anything...in fact I'd rather it not be connected to anything if possible - a simple direct RF pair would be ideal.

    Options I've looked at: 1. I have a bunch of lutron caseta already, and I like their responsiveness since they don't hit the internet...but as far as I can tell they don't have an appliance module which could handle 7 amps 2. There's lots of this sort of thing https://www.amazon.com/DEWENWILS-Wireless-Expandable-Switches-Receiver/dp/B07RGN9DY9/ref=mp_s_a_1_15?keywords=wireless+plug+remote+control&qid=1579666904&sprefix=wiresless+plug+&sr=8-15 which would work, but the switch can not be mounted in a standard electrical box 3. There's this https://www.amazon.com/RunLessWire-Simple-Wireless-Self-Powered-Control/dp/B012H6QZVC/ref=mp_s_a_1_44?keywords=wireless+wall+switch+socket&qid=1579667915&sr=8-44 but it's surprisingly expensive, and can't handle 7 amps...and requires a neutral wire at the socket 4. I could just use a standard smart switch (with no load) and a smart plug, and set up an automation (via a hub of some kind) to coordinate them...but in my experience this will not give me the responsiveness I need 5. The sonoff mini (https://www.amazon.com/Wireless-Universal-Automation-Compatible-Assistant/dp/B07TRSWY23/ref=mp_s_a_1_4?keywords=sonoff+mini&qid=1579668769&sprefix=sonoff&sr=8-4) looks kind of awesome for the switch side, as it would let me keep using my existing rocker switch, but it's somewhat unclear on how exactly it would hook up to the socket component...some things I read indicated it had RF, or at least local-LAN-based communication which would be quite responsive, other things say it's all internet based...so it would likely have some lag. Also there's a lot of comments online about them not being UL certified and being very dangerous etc.

    This seems like this could be a common enough problem that maybe someone else has figured out a nice elegant solution for this which I have not stumbled upon yet. Can anyone offer some insights, alternate approaches, or available products that I don't know about? Thanks!

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    Does any AC company have a decent Google Assistant integration?

    Posted: 21 Jan 2020 05:09 PM PST

    I'm looking to buy a smart, Google Assistant controlled split AC. From what I've seen, most new ACs have the option of upgrading with a wifi controller, which is then used through their app. For example, I was looking at Mitsubishi Electric and Gree, and both allegedly have apps with Google Home integration. However, looking at reviews for their respective apps, it seems those integrations don't work reliably, if at all.

    So, my question would be - does any brand have a working Google Home integration in their app? Or is it better to buy a separate controller (something like Sensibo Sky)? I'll have a smart hub that will support Z-Wave (since I'll use Fibaro dimmers and rgbw controllers), so it can also be a Z-Wave device.

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    Hubitat vs HA - one year after

    Posted: 22 Jan 2020 12:23 AM PST

    As new future user, still looking for the best hub for me. I have found this thread archived from a year ago :

    https://www.reddit.com/r/homeautomation/comments/a0yr91/hassiohome_assistant_vs_hubitat/

    Just wondering where we are today a year after. In term of comparison/opinions

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    Turning on lights when TV is turned on

    Posted: 21 Jan 2020 06:17 AM PST

    So I bought a hue play kit to use with the TV. I was wondering if there's a way i can automatically turn on the hue play whenever the tv is turned on. Can't seem to figure out an easy way to do this without buying the hue sync.

    I thought of using a smart plug on the hue play power adapter, but don't know how I can set up the tv to automatically trigger the smart plug on. Any ideas would be great!

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    How advanced is harmony hub paired with alexa

    Posted: 21 Jan 2020 12:50 PM PST

    Basically I want to be able to walk into my den and say watch TV and say Alexa turn on TV and watch Netflix or prime video or YouTube? Is using harmony hub with Alexa the best way or any other recommendations?

    Can it launch apps from a Samsung TV. For example if I say Alexa turn on the TV and launch YouTube.tv can it do that?

    Can it change inputs or settings on an Onkyo receiver?

    Should I pair it with an firestick?

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    As someone who lives with roommates, I'm looking for local bluetooth solutions to focus on just my room. What are some of the best outside the Hue line?

    Posted: 21 Jan 2020 10:19 PM PST

    So I want control of my lighting from my phone. I rent a room. The rest of the house is setup with some cool smarthome features, and everyone thinks it's funny to mess with eachothers lights and music and everything all the time. I don't want to bother being on their hue hub. I also don't want to be locked and invested in that ecosystem should I move.

    I want to control my lighting via my phone, but I have no need to use it remotely offsite. I really only need that control while in my room. And as such, I've become rather interested in using bluetooth instead. Proximity will never be an issue for me.

    I've seen plenty of reviews and praise for the newer Hue options. But the price is high. Very high. Especially as I'm mostly looking at getting smart plugs, and maybe one or two lights.

    I'd prefer a unified system, but my main goal is not needing it on wifi, or needing an internet connection. In theory, everything I want should be doable via bluetooth.

    Oddly, finding information on this has been very difficult for me. I assumed the desire for such devices would be a lot higher. Especially for how easy it seems to set them up, for the few products out there that are supporting bluetooth.

    Oddly, I found a bunch of reviews for cheap bluetooth sockets from 2015, and every time I go to the amazon link, the product is nolonger being sold. It feels weird to think that it's like I missed my chance to buy it. There's got to be a modern low budget solution.

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    ISmartgate gate review

    Posted: 21 Jan 2020 02:41 PM PST

    Anyone used Legrande radiant?

    Posted: 21 Jan 2020 05:50 PM PST

    Hey everyone,

    I'm building a house right now and will be at the point of electrical in the spring. I am torn between two options for smart lighting. Preliminary info:

    • Will be using google assistant, require voice control

    • entire house is 3500k LED bulbs, made by Satco. Two key types (95% of bulbs) are models S29837 and S9426. Their compatibility charts are way out of date but my understanding is that I need switches that are reverse phase compatible, so some sort of ELV compatible or dual phase switch.

    • Not interested in coloured lighting

    • Need an app to configure schedules

    • have about 4 locations requiring 3 ways.

    So my original plan was to use the Lutron Caseta line, specifically their ELV dimmer switch as it's the only one that will work with my bulbs. But here in Canada it is $120 each. And they aren't super stylish although passable.

    I've recently discovered the LeGrande brand and they have some unique stuff. Has anyone used their Radiant line? Specifically their tru-universal Wi-Fi enabled summer switch. It's $60 USD and seems to have all the required features. Would love to hear some good feedback or other recommendations to make sure I kit out my house with the best switches!

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    Shades shades

    Posted: 21 Jan 2020 05:27 PM PST

    So preparing to build a new home. Have decided to go homeseer along with Lutron for lighting. Passed the radiora course to get software, cause I like the hybrid buttons. My electrician can get me all the switches i need. But shades are a different story. Seems if I want sivoia, I have to work with a local installer. I want to be 100% DIY. But everything I read says nothing compares to Lutron for shades. What to do?

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    Best CES 2020 Smart Home Tech

    Posted: 21 Jan 2020 09:15 PM PST

    Any feelings o the Envisalink 4 by Eyezon?

    Posted: 21 Jan 2020 04:41 PM PST

    I just ordered this unit for my cottage. I'll only be controlling the security system for now.

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    Best way to make dumb Rolling electric shutter smart

    Posted: 21 Jan 2020 02:56 PM PST

    What is the best way to make a classic Rolling electric shutter smart ?

    I have 3 that works with these remotes : https://www.tube-motors.com/Item/4/68

    How can I make them smart with Z-Wave or Zigbee ? I am not really familiar with those.

    Or maybe the best way is to buy a bigger remote capable of controlling the 3 of them ?

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    Thanks in advance for your answers.

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    Looking for Aliexpress color LED light bulbs working with home-assistant.io suggestions

    Posted: 21 Jan 2020 01:34 PM PST

    Sold on Aliexpress

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    Thanks!

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    PSA - Logi Circle camera / Logitech.com has no 2-factor authentication

    Posted: 21 Jan 2020 02:15 AM PST

    I've just realized that Logi accounts do not have 2-factor authentication, nor do they track where logins are coming from, nor do they keep a history of logins. When I emailed support asking about the feature, they confirmed that it doesn't exist - which is a deal-breaker for me for a camera that has a view into my home interior. Unfortunately, I didn't realize this when I bought it several months ago. Just a heads up to those that are paranoid about cybersecurity like me.

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    Rm mini 3 Google home integration

    Posted: 21 Jan 2020 12:44 PM PST

    Hello everyone!

    I just received my rm mini 3 and I would like to link it to Google home. I saw a guide that told me I needed 2 apps to make it happen.

    e-control to setup my rm mini 3 and ihc to link it to Google home.

    First I have to find and configure my rm mini 3 using the e-control app but in the app I cannot add the rm mini as a device.

    When I try to add a device it tells me to enter wifi password to continue. I have tried to enter my ssid and wifi password by hand but it fails to connect to my wifi and when trying to add the rm mini in AP mode, I am able to find the rm mini as access point and connect to it, but then nothing happens. I just get an empty "AP mode" screen.

    Please help! What am I doing wrong?

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    Looking for advice on which products to buy

    Posted: 21 Jan 2020 08:54 AM PST

    Ok, so I've just bought a new house and I'm about to jump into the home automation rabbit hole. I've decided I'm going to use z-wave and home assistant but there are so many products for all the hardware I'm a little lost. Would be great if you guys could give personal recommendations for the following devices • Dimmable switches • Thermostat • Smart lock • Door bell • Smart speakers I'm in the UK if that is important

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    How to make LED strips blink or change color when ball is hit on golf simulator

    Posted: 21 Jan 2020 08:04 AM PST

    Hey everyone,

    I am using the Skytrak golf simulator in my garage and also have Smart LED Strip Lights for backlighting: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07PP1MPQP/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o05_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

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    How can I make the LED lights change color or blink when a ball is hit on the simulator program?

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    Any good sources out there for help in designing a new home system?

    Posted: 21 Jan 2020 10:35 AM PST

    I'm building a new home this spring and I'd like to incorporate automation/smart home equipment. I'm a licensed electrician as well as EET so the structure of the design is not a problem. I'm just wondering if I can be pointed to web resources for the design. I've been around long enough to see "the next thing" fail horribly and be removed from the market, leaving customers high and dry. Is there a platform out there that should be avoided? I'll be using hard wiring wherever I can. I'm going with a DSC alarm system, maybe Foscam CCTV. I've used Swann before and found them to be junk. However, I just used an Amazon Chinese camera "IP Camera", and it has been working surprisingly well. Anyway, any help is appreciated.

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