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    Home Unlabelled Home Automation As promised, I created a write-up on how to DIY an addressable LED strip with a Wemos D1 Mini with ESPHome or WLED. I was surprised with how awesome it looks.

    Home Automation As promised, I created a write-up on how to DIY an addressable LED strip with a Wemos D1 Mini with ESPHome or WLED. I was surprised with how awesome it looks.

    April 24, 2020

    Home Automation As promised, I created a write-up on how to DIY an addressable LED strip with a Wemos D1 Mini with ESPHome or WLED. I was surprised with how awesome it looks.

    As promised, I created a write-up on how to DIY an addressable LED strip with a Wemos D1 Mini with ESPHome or WLED. I was surprised with how awesome it looks.

    Posted: 23 Apr 2020 03:22 PM PDT

    Light switch panel, anyone recognize this model?

    Posted: 23 Apr 2020 09:32 PM PDT

    Adding led strips to room, unsure about fuses, power injection and wire gauges.

    Posted: 23 Apr 2020 01:57 PM PDT

    As the title reads i am trying to add led strips to my room and am unsure about quite a lot. The important details i have figured out at this point are

    • 2x 5m wsb2812b 60 from here
    • 1 5v 60a power supply from here
    • Supported Led Strip controller

    i've been reading around and finding out that fuses are recommended, that you have to power inject and use correct wire gauges.

    I am no electrician so if anyone has any good resources on this or can throw me some details that would be great. Just telling me if this will work or not or what wire gauge i should be looking into would help.

    heres how i am planning to wire up and setup https://canary.discordapp.com/channels/384427765404794881/384427765404794883/702985126044368967 Orange being the two strips and red being the +5v and where i think power injection is supposed to happen. not sure if i am going to have to run some long thick wire and then T split them in the power injection areas or have to buy more power supplies.

    Thanks

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    How to automate with Alexa. I already have smart switch that works with the fans kichler transmitter.

    Posted: 23 Apr 2020 10:09 AM PDT

    Automating blinds? What is a cost effective alternative to Axis?

    Posted: 23 Apr 2020 01:53 PM PDT

    It seems like Axis is the most popular (or most well marketed) way to automate your blinds. The issue the cost of automating one blind can go north of 150$ and I have 6 blinds I am looking to automate.

    Does anyone have any recommendations for a product to automate the "ball" style blinds, similar to Axis?

    Edit: sorry meant shades, not blinds.

    submitted by /u/poop_at_work
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    HELP! Can this switch be automated? THANKS!

    Posted: 23 Apr 2020 07:18 PM PDT

    HELP! Can this switch be automated?

    Posted: 23 Apr 2020 07:11 PM PDT

    DIY Alexa Skill For Controlling Your PC

    Posted: 23 Apr 2020 06:16 PM PDT

    DIY Alexa Skill For Controlling Your PC

    So for the past couple of years I have been developing my own Alexa skill to use internally at my apartment with all my devices. The video has been around for a while now, and the skill (and really the underlying server code) can do a lot more than it could when I took this video. At some point I will take an updated video, it is a bit time consuming to go through all the features.

    Anyway, I wanted to share not really the video, but a new site I have been working on (and accompanying GitHub page with code) for anyone interested in creating this yourself. I know it is a pretty common ask (controlling your PC), and I have seen some other options out there, but nothing that really walks you through setup and configuring your own skill.

    For those out there who like to understand how something works and build their own solutions, this will likely appeal to you over something you can download or add as a skill from the store. I have kind of branched away from the Alexa side of things, and instead have been focusing on developing an app for my Smart Watch. It will do many of the things the Alexa skill can, and once that is complete I will likely look to do some type of write up on that as well.

    Don't beat me up on the website too much please it was one of my first goes at creating one. I don't really do much on the front end of things.

    https://www.lmb.best/alexa

    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=arJ_BMLGGP4

    PC Control From Tizen Watch

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    Blink XT2 live cam

    Posted: 23 Apr 2020 06:15 PM PDT

    Blink main screen

    When I log into the Blink app why does it show an old live view vs an updated live view? In order to see anything live do I have to press on the video cam button on the lower left corner each and every time?

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    How to Connect an IKEA TRÅDFRI Power Plug to a PHILIPS HUE BRIDGE with Touchlink Method

    Posted: 23 Apr 2020 06:01 PM PDT

    Replace Fan Switch with Kasa Smart W-Fi Light Switch

    Posted: 23 Apr 2020 05:20 PM PDT

    Trying to replace the existing fan switch with a kasa smart wi-fi light switch. The existing switch has 3 cables while the new one has 4. This is my first smart home device besides a Google Home Mini. Is this compatible? What is the best way to install? Picture here. Thanks.

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    Looking for an HDMI switch

    Posted: 23 Apr 2020 01:14 PM PDT

    Hi guys,

    I hope I ended on the right subreddit. If not, I'm sorry.

    TLDR : I'm looking for a HDMI switch that will power the TV on when a device is active and will switch between all my devices when they become active.

    I bought a new TV some months ago to put in our basement. It only has 3 HDMI input, one of them being ARC for our soundbar, which leave 2 HDMI ports.

    I have actually 3 devices : A Chromecast Ultra, a Steam Link and a Nintendo Switch. The Chromecast and Link both power the TV on when casting from a device or waking up using a controller. The TV would switch between the HDMI ports automatically too.

    The Nintendo Switch won't power the TV on, nor switch to the right input.

    I bought a HDMI switch (this one). The Chromecast won't show an image on screen, and anyway it won't switch between active devices. So I'll have to return it.

    Now I have another TV with a HDMI switch too. This one is active (has a power cord). The TV itself does not have CEC capabilities so I wouldn't know if my devices would power the TV on, and I can't test it on my new TV. Nevertheless, it will switch the input to the Nintendo Switch when it is powering on. Nothing being perfect tho, it won't switch to the Chromecast when casting something. But I have a universal remote that works fine.

    So I'm looking for a HDMI switch for by basement TV that will : powers the TV on when a signal is detected, switch inputs when casting content or powering on the Nintendo Switch. In fewer words, I'm looking for a perfect HDMI switch. Could you guys help me please?

    Looking online between the ton of HDMI switch that there are out there (and maybe you noticed English isn't my first language) make this really hard to filter. Thanks :)

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    Sonos arrangement as TV speakers?

    Posted: 23 Apr 2020 04:41 PM PDT

    I just bought a Yamaha ATS-1080 soundbar but am looking at other possibilities as well. One of those is the Sonos BEAM + 2 Sonos One speakers.

    The only problem is, I don't want any speakers in the rear in my living room. I know the two echo studios + echo sub can be setup to provide a 2.1 system with all speakers at the front... can the Sonos work in the same manner with all the speakers at the front?

    I'm looking for a setup that will:

    1) Work with my TV audio. I may be getting FireTV so I can have compatibility to view Ring cameras, so Echo studio arrangement could work here as well.

    2) Have the ability to play music via Alexa & BlueTooth. I know Sonos doesn't have BlueTooth but still offers me the ability to play my offline library via Google Play Music. The Echo studio speakers on the other hand would require either Plex to allow this or will only let me connect to ONE speaker rather than a set with BlueTooth.

    The soundbar on the other hand kind of satisfies all the criteria, was only $100 (way cheaper) but I feel is lacking in sound quality for music playback.

    Any ideas / suggestions? I'm liking the Sonos setup as it will allow me to play my offline library with all three (Beam + 2 Sonos) and have full Alexa compatibility -- however I just need to know if the two Sonos One's are only meant to be in the rear with the Beam?

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    Time to transition from zwave to zigbee?

    Posted: 23 Apr 2020 11:47 AM PDT

    TL;DR: should I accept that ZigBee will be better supported going forward and add ZigBee functionality to my hub?

    My HA system is based on a raspberry pi running OpenHab with a z-stick for control of z-wave devices.

    In 2017 when I was making decisions on the setup, z-wave seemed like the way to go for reasons that I couldn't explain now. Anyways, since then I've managed to find z-wave devices that fit my needs (mostly switches and plugs, and a couple sensors).

    As I look out over the home automation landscape right now, it seems like wifi-based Alexa/Google compatibility is becoming more "standard." This is great (I guess) for people who don't want to have to deal with a hub, and don't mind adding additional devices to their wifi networks. I suspect that this is edging out z-wave devices (helped along by the fact that the more popular hubs have dual z-wave/zigbee radios).

    For example: I'm running into a bit of frustration trying to find tunable white LED lights that use z-wave. I'm seeing one brand on Amazon, and the price for one bulb is almost as much as a four pack of ZigBee bulbs with the same functionality.

    It will be pretty easy to add ZigBee support to my existing hub, the only additional cost being a different z* controller. I'd just rather avoid having a whole different network running for one additional device. So -- if I go ZigBee here, I'm going to start leaning ZigBee only in the future -- to the extent that someday I might decide to replace my z-wave only devices in the coming years.

    So... is ZigBee destined to be the dominant player (at least until something completely different (Thread?) comes along)?

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    Eufycam 2C distance from house/base?? What sort of distance can you get??

    Posted: 23 Apr 2020 02:34 PM PDT

    Best outdoor camera without subscription options

    Posted: 23 Apr 2020 05:52 AM PDT

    Hi, I am in the market to buy couple of outdoor cameras which can record 1080p video and store that locally and notify me when something changes in scene like someone walking to the door. I saw google nest and ring camera options . But their basic version which costs around 200 CAD works great only with subscription. I was wondering whether there are more options that I can buy within my budget. I am looking to spend 200 CAD for two cameras. What are my options?

    submitted by /u/sushiljacksparrow
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    Have anyone ever decoded a 868mhz remote to use it with an ESP?

    Posted: 23 Apr 2020 07:25 AM PDT

    I currently have a remote for my mirror which uses an 868mhz RF transmitter. I really would like to use it in combination with HomeKit. After googling for some examples figured out this seems not to be used that often.

    submitted by /u/Jeroen207
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    Home automation without the automation?

    Posted: 23 Apr 2020 01:04 PM PDT

    I'm kind of old school. I like physical light switches and remotes. While I enjoy smart speakers and phone apps, I don't want basic functions of my house to only be controlled via app or google home.

    Additionally, I can't ever imagine my life fitting into some sort of routine that I could set on a timer or base on a motion sensor. I'm the kind of person who sets a thermostat schedule and then still messes with it every single day because I'm still too hot/cold.

    But what I'd love to do is add a remote to my bedside table that controls the overhead light so I don't have to get out of bed. Or tie the 6! light switches in my kitchen to a master on/off switch. And if I can do all that on my phone, while not making any actual light switch useless, then great!

    What do I need to buy to make that happen?

    Goals would be existing all wall switches continue to function (even if I need to replace them). All functionality can be executed via wall switch or remote. Smart component is not a consumable (no smart light bulbs). Ideally system runs locally so internet outage doesn't prevent me turning on the bathroom light.

    I currently have 2 pico remotes and lamp dimmers, but no hub. I like the remotes, but they're single function and not everything needs a dimmer. I'm also using several IR controlled outlets, but these aren't smart and can't be tied into an overall system.

    I saw this item the other day which seemed like it has possibilities, but I don't know if I need a hub to make it work.

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    Any ideas on how to automate a ceiling fan and lights that only have a pull chain?

    Posted: 23 Apr 2020 06:46 AM PDT

    I have a ceiling fan with only pull chains for activation. I had previously automated this with smart things, an osram switch I had to code a bit to force to work, and cree zigbee bulbs. Recently all my cree bulbs dropped off the hub and I can't get them to re-add. I've tried resetting a few times but with no joy.

    Does anyone have a good solution for automating a fan like this? Is there something I can wire into the fan itself to make it smart that I haven't been able to find? Is there a better more reliable bulb to use that don't require yet another hub? I've looked into an rf remote because I have the bond hub for another fan with one, but it's not reliable at all. Something better would be nice if you guys have any ideas...

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    Any reason not to replace a switched outlet with smart plug?

    Posted: 23 Apr 2020 10:52 AM PDT

    I currently have a switched outlet in my master bedroom that is controlled by a traditional wall switch. I am going to replace the wall switch with a ZWave switch/scene controller. It currently controls a lamp. I was thinking of no longer having the wall switch control the wall lamp and replacing it with a ZWave smart plug. It would give the same functionality but with more flexibility to move the location of the controlled device.

    Anyone have a reason to keep the wall outlet switched?

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    Logitech Harmony Touch and Sony XBR Smart TV (Xposted from r/logitechharmony)

    Posted: 23 Apr 2020 09:32 AM PDT

    Opinions on netis camera hardware.

    Posted: 23 Apr 2020 09:07 AM PDT

    Issues fading/transition zooz Zen27 dimmer

    Posted: 23 Apr 2020 04:14 AM PDT

    Hue Dimmer Switch/Remote Wifi Alternative

    Posted: 23 Apr 2020 02:46 AM PDT

    I really like the Hue Dimmer Switch, I think the design of the remote with the cradle is really good. But I already have some wifi only bulbs. Is there any wifi alternatives to the hue dimmer switch I can us? I don't want the ones that go into the wall as i'm renting somewhere and I can't replace the switches. Or is the only alternative to get a hub and then use the hue dimmer switches.

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