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Renting or can't swap out your light switches with the various solutions we have shown?  Let's check out some smart lighting options. Lights Used Smart Bulb RGBW Smart Downlight RGBW - 4inch Smart Downlight RGBW - 6inch How to configure both ESPHome & Tasmota with 2 smart lighting options.  Both of these devices utilize the MY9291 LED Driver inside.  After using the easy Tuya Convert process to flash custom firmware we show how to configure each light in Home Assistant for MQTT/API Local Control without the cloud. Upcoming Lights: Set#1   and Set#2 Amazon US Link Tuya Convert Process - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=O5GYh470m5k Tasmota Project - https://github.com/arendst/Sonoff-Tasmota ESPHome Project - https://esphome.io/index.html Sample Home Assistant Config: https://github.com/digiblur/Sonoff-Tasmota/wiki/Smart-Bulbs Tasmota Device Templates - https://blakadder.github.io/templates/

I built another multisensor for the bedroom and I decided to change up a few components.  Dive in and take a step by step approach to build it with Otto Winter's ESPHome software this time around as it's been a year since I built the initial Bruh Automation version.  ESPHome is easy to use and configure; No Arduino IDE, no coding, just a config file and the sensors wired up!  Parts List Used  NodeMCU TSL2561 LUX Sensor  or Sensor#2 Jumper Wires AM312 Motion Sensor 5mm Neopixel  or  8mm Neopixel DHT22 Temp/Humidity Sample ESPHome YAML (replace the IP address and WiFi information) esphomeyaml:   name: sensor_node1   platform: ESP8266   board: nodemcuv2 wifi:   ssid: 'yourWIFIhere'   password: 'yourPASShere'   manual_ip:     static_ip: 10.10.1.40  change this IP and remove this message     gateway: 10.10.1.1     subnet: 255.255.255.0     dns1: 10.10.1.1...

Easy setup of wireless sensors utilizing the Sonoff 433mhz RF Bridge.  Custom MQTT topics and automations with Tasmota rules all self contained in the bridge.  We also check out the trigBoard from Kevin Darrah with deep sleep modes and custom sensors all from a battery powered ESP8266 based board. Sonoff RF Bridge TrigBoard Amazon US Link How to Flash the RF Bridge with Tasmota: https://youtu.be/OfSbIFIJPuc?t=40 Wireless Sensors Door  Water Sample Home Assistant Sensor Configuration   - platform: mqtt     name: "Freezer Door"     state_topic: "RFBridge/sensor1"     availability_topic: "tele/RFBridge1/LWT"     qos: 1     payload_on: "Open"     payload_off: "Closed"     payload_available: "Online"     payload_not_available: "Offline"     device_class: door

You heard correctly, flash all of your SmartLife Tuya App devices with no soldering at all.  Flash them while you can before devices are updated.  All you need is a Raspberry Pi 3 to flash your devices with Tasmota.  No soldering at all and you will have full local control unlocking the true power of your smart devices. UPDATE: Be very careful that you put in the correct SSID and Password.  It might not be a bad idea to put in a simple backup SSID and Password in position 2.  If for some reason you mistype the slot 1 password you could always change your WiFi router to send out the simple SSID and password in slot 2 to fix the issue with slot 1.  Also once you get into the switch/plug Tasmota GUI, I would highly recommend changing the WiFi Config tool to WiFi Manager by typing "wificonfig 2" (without the quotes on the console), it should respond back with that WiFiManager is selected.  This will make the device go into access point mode anytime t...

It's here!  A smart switch that works in several different 3 way wiring configurations without any rewiring or other tricks.  Swapping out one of the 3 way switches with this one is the only requirement.  This video also shows the details of using with Tasmota for local MQTT control with Home Assistant. Purchase 3-Way Smart Switch Additional Parts for Flashing Tasmota if Needed Soldering Iron Station Helping Hands(as shown) Alternative Upgraded Helping Hands 0.015 Solder Female Jumper Wires USB FTDI for Flashing Amazon US Link Updated with templates for the new Tasmota version Setup your MQTT Configuration first Tasmota Setup Commands (copy and paste each section to one line in the Tasmota Console) Setup and Configuration Page Consolidated Here Additional Links Excellent guide with various 3 way wiring configurations Tasmota Releases Flash ESP8266 Termite Terminal App Internal Pictures

Have you outgrown the Raspberry Pi with Home Assistant?  Need something easy with more space and horsepower?  Look no further as unRaid is an easy Network Attached Storage solution that works great with Home Assistant.  No command line experience needed!  The docker management GUI of unRaid is second to none with easy installs, automatic updates, notifications, and more. Spaceinvader One's channel for additional unRaid Tutorials How to install Community Applications on unRaid Form thread

How to make a Smart Motion Sensor out of a Night Light Smart Plug.  An excellent solution to easily put a motion sensor in a room where you couldn't before for automated lights. You also get a night light and smart plug in the same package for less than $20! Parts List Smart Plug - iMah or iClever  PIR Motion AM312 Sensor - 2 pack or 1 pack   Soldering Iron Station Helping Hands(as shown) Better Helping Hands 0.015 Solder Female Jumper Wires USB FTDI for Flashing (click the pic to zoom) Home Assistant Configuration YAML - Samples switch:   - platform: mqtt     name: "MotionNite Switch"     state_topic: "stat/MotionNite1/POWER1"     command_topic: "cmnd/MotionNite1/POWER1"     availability_topic: "tele/MotionNite1/LWT"     qos: 1     payload_on: "ON"     payload_off: "OFF"     payload_available: "Online"     payload_not_a...

The Martin Jerry, Lesim and OG Oittm Dimmers are covered from usage, firmware changes, Home Assistant configuration templates, and other differences.  The three WiFi dimmers I use in my home for local control with MQTT and no reliance on the cloud. Martin Jerry Dimmer Lesim Dimmer Oittm/Lopoo/Moes Dimmer digiDIM Tasmota Fork

Make your Laundry Smarter with our favorite smart plug, the Sonoff S31 , and Home Assistant with Voice Notifications when the Washer and/or Dryer are finished.  Easy power monitoring and automations with this step by step tutorial of the setup. Sonoff S31 Soldering Iron Station Helping Hands(as shown) Better Helping Hands 0.015 Solder Female Jumper Wires USB FTDI for Flashing Tasmota Backlog (modify to your values) backlog ssid MyWiFiz; password SooperSekret; mqtthost 192.168.1.5; mqttuser me123; mqttpassword 123that; powerretain 1; topic SNF-Washer; sensorretain 1; poweronstate 1; friendlyname SNF-Washer; teleperiod 60 Home Assistant Config Sample & Automations: (configuration.yaml)  sensor:   - platform: mqtt     name: "Dryer State"     state_topic: "hass/state/dryer"     icon: mdi:tumble-dryer   - platform: mqtt     name: "Washer State"     state_topic: "hass/state/washer"    ...

Part 2 of 2 - How to Expand Tasmota/Sonoff Devices with the i2c protocol.  Adding the powerful MCP23017 Chip to expand your ESP8266 device with 16 additional input/output pins.  We cover a few scenarios of advanced rules with the chip combined with rules for publishing other sensors to MQTT. Parts Used in this Video: NodeMCU MCP23017 GPIO Expansion BME280 Temp/Humidity/Pressure SHT31 Temp/Humidity Breadboard and Jumper Wires ADS1115 4 Channel Analog Input Female Jumper Wires PIR Motion AM312 Sensor - https://amzn.to/2DhrkpA or https://amzn.to/2F7P9lE   Tasmota Supported Sensors https://github.com/arendst/Sonoff-Tasmota/wiki/Sensors-Supported-by-Tasmota Rules and Commands used in the videos: https://www.digiblur.com/2018/11/part-1-of-2-how-to-expand-tasmotasonoff.html CP2102 USB Drivers: https://www.silabs.com/products/development-tools/software/usb-to-uart-bridge-vcp-drivers Precompiled Tasmota Bin with ADS1115 and MCP23017 i2c Enabled: https://...

Our first part of the I2C (I²C) sensor expansion with Tasmota. Add multiple sensors with minimal GPIO pin usage with a wide array of sensors on the market.  Add additional GPIO pins, LUX, Humidity, Pressure, Gas, Etc. Parts Used in this Video: NodeMCU MCP23017 GPIO Expansion BME280 Temp/Humidity/Pressure SHT31 Temp/Humidity Female Jumper Wires PIR Motion AM312 Sensor ADS1115 4 Channel Analog Input Breadboard and Jumper Wires Tasmota Supported Sensors https://github.com/arendst/Sonoff-Tasmota/wiki/Sensors-Supported-by-Tasmota CP2102 USB Drivers: https://www.silabs.com/products/development-tools/software/usb-to-uart-bridge-vcp-drivers Precompiled Tasmota Bin with ADS1115 and MCP23017 i2c Enabled: https://github.com/digiblur/Sonoff-HydraBasic-Tasmota/raw/master/tasmota_6307_1m_i2c_sensors.bin MCP23017 Console Commands Used: sensor29 0,5 sensor29 1,5 sensor29 8,5 sensor29 0,T sensor29 1,T sensor29 8,T sensor29 3,2,0 sensor29 2,2,0 MCP23017 Rul...

Two switches shown in the video: Martin Jerry Switch Martin Jerry Dimmer Did a rather short (sarcasm) live stream showing the process to break open the smart switch, identify features, flash tasmota, setup the template, etc. It was my first time doing this switch model and first time doing the real live stream. I also showed the bonus of the very cool new dimmer switch I've been working with on and off. It's very close and works out of the box right now as it is with a few Tasmota rules. Had a lot of fun and let me know if you'd like to see more of these (hopefully shorter next time!)

We are showing additional tips and tricks on the KULED WiFi Smart Switch; 3-Way Config, Long Press Actions to control other devices, LED Control, and LED Dimming.  Learn how to use Tasmota rules with the various configurations in your projects. Watch the previous video of how to flash the KULED Smart Switches as we are setting them in a 3-way configuration!  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4nX90vhAniQ Parts List (to flash Tasmota): KULED SmartSwitch (2 Pack) USB FTDI Adapter(for Flashing, set jumper to 3v3 - NOT 5 volts) Male Headers Jumper Wires

The KULED WiFi Smart Switch unboxing and Tasmota firmware flashing tutorial.  These switches have been welcomed by many as an easy solution to their smarthome projects. Can it replace a Sonoff Switch?  You be the judge. One of the easiest devices to flash, with NO soldering!  Don't forget to set your flashing adapter to 3.3 volts! Parts List: KULED SmartSwitch (2 Pack) USB FTDI Adapter(for Flashing, set jumper to 3v3 - NOT 5 volts) Male Headers Jumper Wires Verify your header layout is the same as pictured, some switch variants have labels the layout is different. HomeAssistant Binary Sensor Config YAML - platform : mqtt name : " KuLED Test " state_topic : " stat/KULED-1/POWER " command_topic : " cmnd/KULED-1/POWER " availability_topic : " tele/KULED-1/LWT " qos : 1 payload_on : " ON " payload_off : " OFF " payload_available : " Online " payload_not_available : ...

The Sonoff Hydra-Basic with two capacitive touch buttons and a PIR motion sensor.  Break into the powerful Rules of the Tasmota firmware and control more than one light/function with a Sonoff Basic. Parts List: Sonoff Basic USB FTDI Adapter(Sonoff Flashing) Male Headers AM312 PIR Sensor Capacitive Touch Button Jumper Wires Fuses (optional but recommended) DrZzs video on step by step how to flash a Sonoff - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KMiP9Ku71To Tasmota Rules Commands Used: backlog switchmode1 3;switchmode2 1;switchmode3 1 rule1 on switch2#state=1 do publish cmnd/S20Beta/POWER TOGGLE endon rule1 on rule2 on switch3#state=1 do publish HydraBasic/PIR/state YES endon on switch3#state=0 do publish HydraBasic/PIR/state NO endon rule2 on rule3 on switch3#state=1 do publish cmnd/TuyaDimTest/Dimmer 75 endon on switch3#state=0 do publish cmnd/TuyaDimTest/Dimmer 25 endon rule3 on HomeAssistant Binary Sensor Config YAML - platform : mqtt name : " HydraBasi...