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    Home Unlabelled Home Automation Just another shot of this beautiful Johnson Controls GLAS Thermostat. So far, it's replaced my 3rd Gen Nest Thermostat. We'll see overtime.

    Home Automation Just another shot of this beautiful Johnson Controls GLAS Thermostat. So far, it's replaced my 3rd Gen Nest Thermostat. We'll see overtime.

    April 14, 2020

    Home Automation Just another shot of this beautiful Johnson Controls GLAS Thermostat. So far, it's replaced my 3rd Gen Nest Thermostat. We'll see overtime.

    Just another shot of this beautiful Johnson Controls GLAS Thermostat. So far, it's replaced my 3rd Gen Nest Thermostat. We'll see overtime.

    Posted: 13 Apr 2020 08:55 PM PDT

    GE/Jasco Enbrighten Smart Remotes finally available!

    Posted: 13 Apr 2020 07:13 PM PDT

    How useful are arduinos for home automation?

    Posted: 13 Apr 2020 07:42 AM PDT

    Basically is it worth it for me to learn?

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    I asked over at r/arduino and got tore apart for apparently not understanding how great these things are. When all the top posts over there are just little toys or LED lights blinking in different ways. I figured you all would be better to ask about if its worth diving into

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    Smart Life users: no more IFTTT support

    Posted: 13 Apr 2020 10:31 AM PDT

    Sylvania Smart+ Bluetooth LED Strips stop responding to Google Home commands

    Posted: 13 Apr 2020 07:26 PM PDT

    I have several of these strips that come with the bluetooth controllers. I use the Sylvania Smart+ app to download the firmware for Google Home. Then go into Google Home app, and add them. They work for awhile and then randomly stop working. Both controllers are only 16ft away from each other in the kitchen. When they stop working, I have to reset them to default, which then I have to go back into the Sylvania app to redownload the google home firmware and set it up again. This is annoying.

    Since these are bluetooth enabled, what device in my house are they actually pairing to?

    I have Nest WiFi points that have bluetooth capability but never see them pair to them. I also have Nest Cams, Nest Protects, but that is it. How does this bluetooth actually work and where do they pair? I know it creates a bluetooth mesh, but from there how does it go out to the internet?

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    Privacy Focused Home Automation

    Posted: 13 Apr 2020 08:20 AM PDT

    I am new to home automation. Just installed Home Assistant on my unraid server and so far I like what I am seeing. I am in a rented townhouse, so that limits me a bit on that I can/can't install (which is good because it will prevent me from going crazy with it!). One concern I have is privacy. Google is already listening to me through my phone so I don't want to add to it. I am already working in setting up rhasspy to replace the Google voice assistant. Most of my research into smart plug, thermostats, and smart home items are all internet connected (not just wifi enabled). Can someone point me to a good source of products/guides on where I can get or build smart home products? I am a computer engineer, so raspberry pi and Arduino are easy for me, but if there are tried and tested methods/solutions I would prefer to use those.

    Mainly, I am looking to start with temperature monitoring (but not control because I can't change the thermostat), smart plugs, and lights. Any suggestions would be greatly appreciated.

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    Looking for an IP camera that records 24/7. Current camera misses crucial recordings with motion detection. No continuous option available.

    Posted: 13 Apr 2020 01:43 AM PDT

    I currently have a Wansview indoor camera in the living room and I'm missing playback clips quite often. Sometimes large portions of the day are missing even while there's constant motion. Anyone have a good suggestion of a 24/7 camera that stores the recordings to a cloud service? Thank you.

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    0-10v Dimmable LED 2X4 Panel light

    Posted: 13 Apr 2020 07:39 PM PDT

    So I found these 2x4 dimmable LED panels for my office - https://www.homedepot.com/p/Metalux-2-ft-x-4-ft-White-Integrated-LED-Dimmable-Flat-Panel-Light-with-Selectable-Color-Temperature-RT24SL2C3/309730552 and at the time I didn't really look at the description very closely and I just bought them along with a TP-Link Kasa Dimmer switch. Once I had the electrician come and install the the new LED panel lights (Dimmer was already installed when the normal fluorescent T-8 fixtures were in place and they just flashed when trying to dim which I knew would happen) I went to the TP-Link Kasa app and did the calibration for dimming. It had an option for dimming but no matter what I did they would just flash when they dimmed from that dimmer. So then I went to the website and realized that there are 2 wires inside the fixture along with the 120v power wires that are purple/grey which is 1-10v dimming.

    I wanted to accomplish 2 things 1. be able to control with alexa/apple homekit, 2. dimming the panel lights if I didn't want them too bright.

    Now I am trying to find if there's another solution since I don't have the purple/grey wires going back down to the switch on the wall. Like does anyone have something that would allow me to hook up on top of the light fixture that connects to wifi/z-wave/etc which has an app so I can use it to dim the light fixtures and I'll swap out the switch on the wall with an on/off switch? I would even be ok with having both panel lights having their own wireless dimmable switch so I can control them independently.

    Any ideas would be greatly apprecaited.

    Thanks

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    Which of these wires is the Ground wire? The black one is a unique color but it comes out of the bottom of the wall where as the two covered wires come out the top of the wall.

    Posted: 13 Apr 2020 09:47 PM PDT

    Anyone interested in a few old X-10 items?

    Posted: 13 Apr 2020 02:35 PM PDT

    I have some old X-10 stuff that is trash-bound unless someone wants it.

    1 each of the following: UR19A universal remote with X-10 control HR12A home automation remote TM751 transceiver Module LM465 Lamp Module CM17A FireCracker computer interface

    Surprisingly, apparently you can still buy this stuff new and there's even some of it on eBay, I'm not really interested in dealing with selling it. If you want it and are willing to pay for shipping (probably less than $10 in a flat rate box) let me know.

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    WeMo Smart switches - possible to turn status light off?

    Posted: 13 Apr 2020 06:54 AM PDT

    I picked up some WeMo smart switches and I'm about to return them unless there is a secret way I can't figure out to turn the status light off. It lights up my whole bedroom.

    Does the WeMo smart dimmer switch have a status light you can turn off? Thanks!

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    New Home Automation setup

    Posted: 13 Apr 2020 05:25 PM PDT

    Hi all

    I know you probably get these posts all the time but I'm currently in the process of developing a property and would like some advice in relation to home automation.

    As part of this development, I'm looking for advice on what system(S) would best fit the capabilities I want in terms of home automation and AV. I have reached out to a number of local installers but wanted to also get some genuine impartial advice off you guys.

    To give you some context, the property is in the UK and has 5 bedrooms, 5 bathrooms, 2 lounges and a kitchen.

    I am planning on visiting the show rooms of local installers, and also the crestron show room once the lockdown is relaxed.

    Broadly, I'm looking for a system that has the following:

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    • four individual sound zones (kitchen, 2 lounges and master bedroom)
    • Surround sound system cinema system for one of the lounges
    • Lighting controlled throughout the property with 2 switches in each of the kitchen and lounges, and 3 switches per bedroom (one by the door and 1 either side of the bed).
    • CCTV system with approx 8 cameras
    • Climate control for the air conditioning and heating throughout the property
    • iPads mounted in 4 places (kitchen, both lounges and master bedroom)
    • Ability to close blinds / curtains throughout the property.
    • Ability to give "guests" access to limited areas of the system, e.g sound, climate, lighting etc

    Let me know if you have any questions or need further information.

    I appreciate these are all bespoke but would be grateful if you could give me a rough indication of costs where possible.

    Many thanks in advance

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    Nexia Thermostat and Doors sensors- AND status checking instead of OR

    Posted: 13 Apr 2020 07:06 AM PDT

    So I have the Trane Thermostat and 4 compatible door sensors. I have an automation where if any of the door are open, it turns the AC off. I am trying to make an automation where if ALL of the doors are closed, it will turn the AC back ON. The Nexia app/site only has an option for if door1 OR door2 is closed, turn the ac back on.

    Is there a way to make this automation so All doors need to be closed?

    To me, a placeholder object would make the most sense and flexibility as I am planning on integrating a few more home-away automations involving the hot water heater and motion sensors. I eventually want an override where "if the motion sensor hasn't detected motion in 2 days, turn everything to Away Mode" but I don't want this to interfere with the door sensor automation. (away takes priority)

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    Looking to connect my driveway sensor to my home automation.

    Posted: 13 Apr 2020 04:46 AM PDT

    My parents have a 975-foot long driveway and I have a pressure sensor that was installed some years ago. When someone drives across it, the device is connected via two wires to an X10 device and then it rings some chimes on other X10 devices throughout their house.

    I want to find a device that is Alexa-enabled and that I can connect those two wires to so I can integrate it into their home automation. Is there a generic Z-wave or wifi devices that accepts a physical wire as a signal? Or will I need to build my own device with an ESP8266 or something?

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    Easy Smart Home Dashboard Android

    Posted: 13 Apr 2020 09:21 AM PDT

    Is there an Android smart home Dashboard (Google home look not helpfull) like apple Home Kit that is EASY to use. I want to see all me, wemo, Philips hue, lifx, Nest thermostat, tado radiation values & maybe reolink cameras? Want to install on a n android 10" tablet.

    ActionTiles looks good but Only connects to Smarthings, & Smarthings has very little integration to my devices.

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    Sonoff DIY mode 1.4 vs 2.0

    Posted: 13 Apr 2020 11:06 AM PDT

    Hi all

    I tried the Sonoff DIY mode 2.0 released a couple of days ago, and I'm happy to report that the most annoying things have been fixed. If you are ok with REST API instead of MQTT and don't have the need for additional sensors you can start using it within 1 min without flashing or opening your Sonoffs!\*

    More details: https://notenoughtech.com/home-automation/is-sonoff-diy-2-0-better/

    \compatible devices with firmware 3.5 only*

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    GH Ceiling Fan Control

    Posted: 13 Apr 2020 06:59 AM PDT

    Hi Guys

    Quite new to this and have a very basic set up... I use a combo of Broadland RM Pro and Google Home. What I want to be able to do is set my ceiling fan speed via Google Home. As there are Separate buttons for each speed on the remote it seems GH cant handle it? Is there any way to get this working?

    Cheers

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    Do I need the Ikea gateway for bulbs and blinds?

    Posted: 13 Apr 2020 06:55 AM PDT

    Or can I buy another line of hub? Or somehow connect them directly to an app. I have 0 experience with automation but I would like to add some cool things to my new apartment

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    Getting Ecobee sensors into SmartThings (or Alexa) - 2020 edition?

    Posted: 13 Apr 2020 12:18 PM PDT

    Hello all,

    Scouting the web I see this can be done but looks technical with SmartThings overlays, that may no longer be available.

    Can anyone tell me how this can be done now, and whether it takes, PC, iOS, or Android?

    I am trying to setup rules in Alexa, to turn off my lutron switches when no motion is present. I currently do this with both Ring motion sensors and SmartThings motions sensors. If I could do this with my 3 ecobee a one as well, it will be nice because that's 3 less I have to buy.

    Thanks for any help. If i can answer any Alexa/Lutron/Ring/SmartThings questions you may have, I'm happy to try to help.

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    Help with RTI Setup

    Posted: 13 Apr 2020 12:13 PM PDT

    Im trying to configure a system for my room. I use to program crestron and rti almost 12 years ago. I got a matrix hdmi switch and hue lighting. I got the driver for hue and rs232 library for hdmi switcher. You know any tutorials online how I can get back into programming? I still have my T2C. I got the APLEX software but need a tutorial. I bought a XP-3 from ebay for $94. Do you know if it comes with an iPhone app license? or is that a separate purchase? Thanks if anyone can point me to the right direction?

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    SONOFF 4CH for 3d printers, is it safe?

    Posted: 13 Apr 2020 03:04 AM PDT

    I am creating a room where I have 3 3d printers, two small and one larger, the two small peak ones consume around 250w each, the largest around 550w. The cyclic peaks are about 20 seconds every 1/2 minutes, to keep the print bed warm, the rest of the time they are about 50w during printing.

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    For the moment they are connected to a Meross power strip (which I hate with all my heart for their cloud and integration with the home assistant, they are unreliable) and thought I would replace it with a Sonoff 4CH with ESPHome, the question is, is it safe for this task ? From what I understand it is guaranteed 10A and turning on all 3 printers at the same time I should stay well below (I have 230v), however I saw that someone still has doubts

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    Which ecosystem/bridge/hub should I go with?

    Posted: 13 Apr 2020 11:43 AM PDT

    Hey everyone,

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    I'm currently looking to extend my current "smart"-home system.

    I'm living in a 3 story house with around 400m² + garden.

    At the moment I have around 50 Philips Hue/Osram Lightify Lights connected to 2 Hue Bridges (the lights are all over the place, so connectivity isn't an issue).

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    The thing is, I want to expand the system to include:

    • Flush-mounted switches for lights and shutters
    • Smart doorbell (with integrated camera)
    • Smart weatherstation (current plan is to go with the Netatmo one)
    • Security cameras
    • Underfloor heating
    • Garage door drive
    • IFTTT and general zigbee support
    • Google Assistant support

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    My problem now is, I have absolutely no idea which bridge/smart home hub I should go with.

    I want to try to use as few different hub as possible.

    It should also be relatively easy to manage it/add new devices.

    Any recommendations witch which system I should go?

    For reference: I'm living in Germany.

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    Thanks for your help!

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    New to HA, looking for recommendations!

    Posted: 13 Apr 2020 04:09 AM PDT

    Hey all! New to this game! Just got an Inovelli Red Dimmer and looking to set it up! Was thinking of getting a Smart Things Hub V3. Do I also need a USB Zwave adapter to update the firmware of the dimmer, or can it be done from my PC once Smart Things Hub is setup on my network?

    I have Android TV, Samsung Galaxy phone and don't use Google Assistant, Alexa, Bixby or Siri.

    Thank you in advance, looking to learn more!

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    Just bought a house! What should I do first??

    Posted: 13 Apr 2020 11:05 AM PDT

    So it's technically being built, so I have a couple months to plan. So far the things that made sense to buy while renting have been: Roomba vacuum and Braava mop (the old one that you manually click), Google hub and two minis, Smart TV, A couple of smart switches, Laundry machines that alert my phone, Nest doorbell. The new place will have cat6 in living room and master

    The new place needs window coverings so that is at the top of the to-do list for us. I love the idea of automated shades. Does anyone have a specific recommendation for which kind to get? I'm looking to spend as little as possible on them, but don't want to have to rebuy if they're too cheap.

    Thanks in advance for your help! 🤗

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