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I have the M3 hub, and the P2 connected the first time, I re paired it and it never worked again and other matter devices won't pair with M3, so dissapointed
Hi Bud, could you confirm that the illuminance sensor is working independently from motion? So it would update the lux value in a time interval without having to detect any motion. And also, could the SmartThings hub show this as two devices (illuminance and motion) or keep it under one device?
In the ST app, with the custom edge driver, using the Aqara p1 sensor, you have the option to construct routines that are triggered by Motion or Illuminance. Illuminance can me set to (Match, Equal or above, Equal or below, or a Range) of "lux". However, my understanding is that the P1 sensor will not send updates until motion is detected. The stated purpose of this setup is to reduce battery drain. The sensor values for (illuminance and motion) are combined in a single device.
Nice job! Exactly what I have on my schedule to do. Love the wooden toilet seats; soft close - have never had the issue you had with this one up until this past month for some reason (Bemis brand)--do we know what the underlying reason is for the wear marks on the seat?? Chemicals? Ours wasn't very old. It would be nice to prevent this vs. all the work to repaint. I appreciate all the steps and comments you included.
I'm not fully sure what the underlying reason for the wear. It is likely a combination of cleaning chemicals, durability of the original finish, and normal wear and tear. Mine has held up well since I refinished the seat, so I tend to believe that original paint was not applied in multiple coats to limit wear. I recommend a minimum of three coats with ample dry time between coats to ensure a lasting finish.
Imagine doing this on a house with 18 shutters. I'll be working on my sister shutters later today.. they're really faded I'm going to clean them a bit and then paint...
@BrandonDoyleMN That's awesome, Brandon! Sounds like a great automation. I think that the notification feature to pinpoint the exact leak location is next-level smart home automation-your mom's house is in great hands! Keep up the great work!
also, if you let them thaw in a large pot or something, then pour off the large amount of water that the tomatos shed youll save a lot of time and energy boiling it off and its just water not precious tomato juice!!
I started out with a 2022 Frame TV and its SmartThings Hub together with a Thread / Zigbee Dongle.... I then bought an Aeotec V3 hub and wanted to transfer using this Hub Replace feature .... but no it does not work for any ST Hub with a Dongle !!! Very frustrating.. unless someone has an idea.
@BudsSmartHome Thanks .. a bit frustrating ... I doubt I am the only Samsung customer that started the Smartthings journey by being curious about the hub built into the TV.. a TV that is much newer than the V3 hub
@@MarkAppleTV - This article seems to suggest that Samsung's aim with the "Hub Everywhere" initiative is to give all ST hub users access to the Hub Replace feature. blog.smartthings.com/smartthings-updates/expanding-the-smart-home-universe-with-hub-everywhere/ I recommend that you call ST and ask if it is an available feature on the Samsung TV. Here is their support number: 1-800-726-7864
How do I add a different driver for a specific sensor or device? For example, I have an Aqara motion plus light sensor, but SmartThings only recognizes it as a motion driver without light sensor capability. While on the Aqara hub, the motion and light sensor work perfectly.
The Aqara Moton and Light sensor P2 is a Matter sensor. It uses the ST "Matter Sensor" Driver. I have both Motion and Illuminance using this driver. Here is my video on the subject: ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-YqMUqTlGwg4.html
nice video. Can you do the same but before ARM the house, to pre-check the sensors? for example IF the door/window sensor is open to notify you about this and when you close the door/window the system armed. How is it possible this?
The short answer is "Yes". It may benefit you you watch my video on the Heimdall app. ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-ls18zMhapAw.html In that video I briefly go over the settings in Heimdall. One of the settings within the configuration of the Heimdall app is to perform a "Pre-Arming Check". After turning on this option you must then create a flow to perform the pre-arming check and to send a notification to users. In the flow you will use a "Heimdall" Card - "Sensor is Active at Arming" for your "WHEN" statement. This card is triggered when there is a sensor in active state when the Surveillance Mode is set to Armed or Partially Armed. A "Warning" tag will be generated by the active (open) sensor. you must the n ADD a "Push Notification" Card to the flow that will send the Warning to the selected user. The warning will notify the recipient that a sensor is active/"open". Hope this helps?
Great video! Curious about two items: 1). How did you get your Dome Siren to work with Homey Pro. I can only connect it as a generic z-wave device, so no fucntionality. 2). I see in your Flow you have a Blinking Lights Flow any chance you could do a video about that Flow or post a sample screen shot? TIA, please keep up the Homey Pro videos they are great.
I'm pleased that you are enjoying the Homey Pro content. I have more videos in the pipeline. I pulled the Dome Siren and many more devices installed on my SmartThings hub via the Homey SmartThings2 app which uses a SmartThings personal access token to pull all my devices into the Homey Pro Hub. Here is the video explaining the setup: ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-r_pBOzPRU18.html I have requested that Athom add support for Dome products. So hopefully we will see support for the Dome Siren in the future. As for the screenshot of the "Blinking Light Flow", go to my YT Channel Page, @BudsSmartHome and click on "more...". Scroll down to "Channel details" to "View my Email" and email me your request and I will send you the requested screenshot.
@@BudsSmartHome Thank you! It's great to know why I haven't been able to get the Dome Alarm to function. Perhaps Homey will add support of it, so I'll just be patient. Email regarding the Blinking Light Flow sent. Thanks again!
A quick question for you about smartthings hub.. I have 2 thirdreality door sensors that are no more in function, their batteries removed. I removed them from the hub at many occasions, even in the web api, but after a few hours they keep reappearing in the hub ! Any clue as to why ?
Not sure Phillip. That's bizarre! I have not heard of this behavior before. Perhaps they are coming in from another zigbee hub, like Third Reality or a connected Echo device which contain a zigbee hub? If you have other zigbee hubs I'd be sure that they are removed from them as well.
I have a v2 hub that is starting to lose device connections, so I considered migrating to the Aeotec (v3) hub - but then I saw your video. :) So I bought a few new/open box v2 hubs on eBay. However, the new v2 hubs are ALSO giving the same "not enough memory" message when using the replace hub feature. Both old and new v2 hubs should be the same spec, so not sure why this is happening. Any thoughts? Thank you in advance!
I'm not sure Chris. I was trying to transfer to a new Aeotec hub as well, however I had ninety plus devices and many drivers and routines. I was advised to eliminate non-essential device drivers. Despite doing this, I still was unable to perform the Hub Replace. Since then I have divided the devices between the V2 ST and the Aeotec hub. I am hoping the Hub Replace process will work if needed due to the reduction of devices on either hub. Try to reduce unnecessary drivers and any obsolete routines. Then reboot your hub and attempt to perform the hub replace again. You will likely be able to delete bose, Harmon Luxury, JBL, Philips Hue, SamsungAudio, Sonos, Wemo as these are installed by default. NOTE: the ST app will not let you delete a driver that is in use. So don't worry that you may delete a driver that you need.
@@BudsSmartHome Update: In trying to migrate from an old V2 to hub to a replacement V2 hub (with presumably the same specs), I was still getting the memory error. However, I noticed that the replacement V2 hub was not showing any firmware version. So I called support and they walked me through factory resetting the replacement V2 hub and then adding it to a second location. From there, the replacement V2 hub updated its firmware to match my old V2 hub. I then moved the replacement V2 hub back to the same location as my original V2 hub and initiated replace hub from the original v2 hub but still got the error. Support then advised me to initiate the replace hub from the REPLACEMENT V2 hub - when I did, it downloaded another update to the replacement hub, and now the replace hub feature is no longer giving me the "not enough memory" error. I haven't pulled the trigger on the migration yet as I want to leave the replacement V2 hub running for a few days to ensure it's stable.
Hi Bud, do you have any news on First Alert or other smoke detector integration with Homey Pro or have you done anything with your smoke sensors? How about Innovelli Red or Blue switches and plugs instead of GE/Jasco?
Hello JS Fraley. There currently is no existing app for the First Alert Z-Wave Smoke & CO detector. However, various brands do have support for smoke detectors. For an example, the Aqara app lends support to the Xiaomi Honeywell Smoke Detector. You can view a full list of brand supported apps here: homey.app/en-us/apps/browse/#filter?query=smoke%20detector There is no current app for Inovelli, however an Inovelli app is currently "in development" for integration into Homey Pro. Specifically, an app for "Smart Switches" to include zigbee, z-wave, and upcoming Wi-Fi light switches and dimmers. I have no specifics on the timing of the app.
Hi Bud, I was able to finally get the SmartThings 2 app successfuly installed via the CLI method by following your excellent documentation since the Homey Community Store (HCS) is still down and who knows when it will be fully up and operational again so a huge THANK YOU for all the effort you put into this. I am exceited about watching each of your video's to be able to migrate from SmartThings when it's possible as others are sharing their effort to do so as well.
Hi Bud, You have done an excellent job going over a number of issues when trying to utilize many smart home devices with Homey Pro. Thanks for all the hard work you have done so we can get our smart devices working. Getting the SmartThings 2 app installed was only possible with your excellent documentation and time spent learning how to properly use GitHub and seeing what needs to be done to actually get the app installed to be able to use the devices I already have installed in SmartThings.
Idk who was telling you this but they have no idea how bricks work 😂 or “pave stone” as you called it. Like that theory is only true with rocks that have been in constant moisture, like bodies of water, or wells lol. Like bricks are used for outdoor fire pits ALL THE TIME 💀
Good question Phil. I think it’s really too early to know the outcome of the acquisition. According to what I have read, LG acquired Athom as a strategic move to expand its smart home ecosystem and provide more seamless integration with its products, like LG appliances and TVs. They plan to integrate their LG ThinQ platform’s smart home technology with Athom ecosystem to “expand (their) open ecosystem and external integration services, aiming to provide customers with more diverse and multidimensional space experiences.” It may mean a boost in resources, marketing, and development for Homey Pro, leading to more features, better compatibility, and a broader reach. However, it could also raise concerns about whether Homey Pro's platform might shift to favor LG’s ecosystem, potentially limiting its openness to third-party devices or hubs.
great video. Thanks for doing this. Question....how did you pull the weather from homey into the tiles? I'm not that technically savvy on programming/script side. Is it a variable?
About the weather data, just install the Homey community weather app at the following link: homey.app/en-us/app/no.yr/Weather-Forecast/ The data will then be available within Homey and can be shared with Sharp tools. In sharp tools, you create a dashboard and you can add the weather tiles to the dashboard. Hope this helps.
definitely be interested in video showing how setup sharp tools or any video on dashboards. My one biggest issue with homey is lack of documentation and assumptions on technical programming/script knowledge.
Here is the video I did on the set up of SharpTools: Step-by-Step Guide: Installing the Official SharpTools App on Homey Pro Hub ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-QgZdZUzHqGQ.html
Yikes!! And in case you are wondering, my track is still fine and working well after five years. Thanks for commenting Andy. I replaced the screw drive with a belt drive and the door is super quiet now. Check it out here: ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-_xrucvB537E.htmlsi=ETNTX6lUywpEKb4R&t=29
You are supposed to put that plastic clip inside the mower deck by the back wheel that makes it much more of a snug tight fit. and the bungee goes in the small hole close to the deck wheel
Thanks. Will try. FYI in CO, people apply Milky Spore not so much to control moles, but to control Japanese Beetle infestations causing significant damage to roses, grape leaves, and other foliage.
Same here in the east. The management of Japanese Beetles is an added benefit for us. It helps us save or raspberry and goose berry plants! Thanks for commenting Elizabeth.
@@greganddk - Yes Greg, I still have the Push Notifications system command within my Homey Pro 2023. They don’t show up within the system commands panel initially, however, if you right click on the canvas area and select “Add “/ “Then…”, you should then see “Push Notifications” option within the system column.
@@BudsSmartHome I only have three options, Send Message to User, Send image with Message to user and Send message as morse to user. No confirm Yes/No options.
@@greganddk - That's exactly what I have as well. The three options you detailed, and no confirm, Yes/No options. I am not sure what the "confirm" option is for. Is this something you saw in the flows options previously?
@@greganddk - Ok. Thanks for the video timeline reference. That is very helpful... You can find this option when you select: "Add"/"And...", then select: "Push Notifications" and you will see the Card "Confirm - With -"
They may be too badly oxidized. After a couple of years, I found that the rejuvenate was ineffective on mine as well. I went to Sherman Williams and got some vinyl paint that match the original shutters and I just painted mine. That’s the route. I would recommend. Mine look great now.
Thank you for the video. I got this working. Is it possible to get the audio file to play on all Alexa/Echo speakers in the house via the customised action in the routine? Adding the words "everywhere" or "on group everywhere" at the end of the customised action doesn't work. I don't think there is any way to do this right?
@@digwa - I haven't tested this to see if it will work, but you could try in the Alexa routine under "Alexa Will", tap the plus sign next to "Add another action", and in the subsequent screen select "Announcement" and type the "Alexa. ask my pod to play #######".
@@BudsSmartHome You have given me an idea. I've already created the routine with a voice command that states "Alexa play evening prayer". This then has triggers the Custom command to play the track from the cloud. What I can do is make a second routine to make an announcement from one Echo device which is close to another device and make it say "Alexa play evening prayer everywhere". This should then trigger the routine and play on all Echo devices in the house. I'll try it and let you know.
Tried both my idea (double routine) and your idea (announcement) - No bueno. I have 5 x Alexa devices. The only thing I can do is create 5 x Links in MyPod to the same track and then create 5 x routines in Alexa that will execute the command at a scheduled time. Each routine will execute and output to the selected device i.e. ROUTINE 1 - Echo 1 ROUTINE 2 - Echo 2 ROUTINE 3 - Echo 3 ROUTINE 4 - Echo 4 ROUTINE 5 - Echo 5
It would be a huge difference if you used a blower like they use in pipe organs. They are quiet and you could duct it from a shed housing the blower. Air volume would increase dramatically.
What kind of Window/Door Sensor do you use? I have tried Aqara Window/Door Sensor T1 and Water leak Sensor but nothing was connected to Homey Pro. Do you. know why?
Here is a guide to all of the Window/Door sensors that work with the Homey Pro hub: homey.app/en-us/best-buy-guide/door-and-window-sensors/ The Aqara T1 is not in the list, however the Aqara Door and Window Sensor P2 will work. I use the Third Reality and the Ring Alarm Gen 2 sensors in my home. I also use the Aeotec and SmartThings multipurpose sensors, however they are not directly compatible with Homey Pro at this time. I integrate the in Homey via the SmartThings 2 Homey Community app. More info on how to do that here: ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-r_pBOzPRU18.html
@@BudsSmartHome Thank you, I think I might be need to connect them through alexa. I'll think about it. Seems like Homey pro very limited integration right now. I was trying to connect to govee also doesn't work.
@@tikasub2230- this is likely a dumb question, but did you download the Govee app? homey.app/en-us/app/com.govee.developer/Govee/ Also, may I assume you are using the Homey Pro hub? I am asking because the device support is getting fairly expansive now.
@@BudsSmartHome yes when I Download Govee app my screen just spinning forever. Also I have Govee API and the result still spinning. I just got my homey pro last week and excited to use it but more likely everything still limited. I’d try Eufy camera app but the result just spinning.
Hi Kip. The Amazon description for the TR Garage Tilt Sensor states that the device is compatible with the Echo Gen 4 hub. Just put the device in paring mode and ask your Echo Hub to scan for new devices. You can also add it in the app as a Zigbee device. 🛒- Third Reality Zigbee Garage Door Tilt Sensor: amzn.to/3Vt5Dto
@@BudsSmartHome Thank you! I was trying to avoid having to buy the third reality hub if I could instead use the Echo so Alexa to create more unique routines
@@BudsSmartHome that didn't work I tried several times to pair it to my echo fourth generation as well as my echo show 10 swivel devices in which have Zigbee capabilities but it would never pair so I'm returning it.
What specifically are you looking to do? Do you currently have a Homey pro hub? Are you referring to set up of the homey pro security flow? Are you interested in the set up of the Heimdall app?
I neglected to mention that these bifold doors lead to our laundry room and bathroom. Therefore, when anyone needs to leave the room to attend to the laundry or use the bathroom, the TV is automatically paused. The TV then resumes when the person returns.
@@dystoniaify - Yes. I quickly found the same issue. The ultrasonic motion detection feature on the 5th generation Echo is known to be deficient and unreliable.
I was thrilled to pay the garage repair guy $275 to fix my door. Some home projects I don't want to take on. And he did this roller replacement in addition to the repair. I had no idea the doors could be quieter. I am very pleased.
Hi Bud, pickup 2 of these ThirdRealty water sensors and, as you indicated, paired perfectly with SmartThings. I could not get Alexa to discover either device?, it shows other ThirdRealty sensors but not the water leak sensors. Do you think it is no longer supported by Alexa? Thanks.
Interesting. I just checked and my WL sensors are absent from Alexa as well. I guess I was never concerned because I see no reason to use them in Alexa. I have a WL virtual switch turn on in ST if a sensor is wet and I use the status of that virtual switch within Alexa to announce the water leak. I have the virtual switch turn off after a short delay and if the WL sensor still detects water the echo announcement will repeat.
Thanks Bud for your quick reply! I thought I was going goofy. I’ll have to get out your previous explanation on how to get it going virtually! Thanks again!
@@dankelley9361 Unlocking the Power of SmartThings: A Comprehensive Guide to Creating and Applying Virtual Switches! ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-EQvD0NDgy5I.html
These devices require a zigbee radio, which is found in various compatible smart hubs such as Third Reality, SmartThings, Aeotec, Hubitat and certain Amazon Echo's, to name a few.
The grubs feed from the beginning of August until late October. By the end of October, they are fully grown. So now would be a great time to apply milky spore powder. You can also apply early spring when the soil temperature reaches about 50°. That’s when they become active and start eating in the spring.
@@BudsSmartHome Thank you. You think I can use a 1/16 with 9 wholes or is that to small. Also I will apply now and then again in spring around April? I also purchased a 1 1/2 test cap I thought that was in your instructions no I see i has 2'
@@michelechobey7572- You can try the smaller holes. It's good to be frugal with the application due to the cost. You can always add more holes but its impossible to remove holes! LOL! One application should be sufficient for up to 10 years, assuming you are using Milky Spore Powder and not the granules. Yes, The test blank wherein you drill the holes goes into the lower section which is indeed the two inch PVC pipe. I wish you the same success that I have experienced.
@@BudsSmartHome The weather here in PA is hot and no rain so do you think I can wait until Mid August? Its really hard for me to determine when to apply and I don't want to waste the application because its not cheap🙂
The Japanese beetle larva have returned to the ground in June and July. The larva will migrate in the soil as grubs to their maximum depth as it begins to get colder, by the end of October. So as I said anytime between August and October would be best. The key is to wait for a day when it’s not windy and there is considerable rain in the forecast. If you put it down right before a long soaking rain, you’ll be sure that it will be watered well into the soil. Mid August right before forecasted rain would be good.
Thanks for commenting. I have used Fram oil filters on all of my Hondas for over 30 years and NEVER had any issues. In fact, my 2006 Honda was at 200,000 miles when I sold it and it ran like a top and didn’t burn any oil. I'm not sure why anyone would suggest they're not any good.
@@BudsSmartHome Purolator has better oil filters for cheaper though, I prefer the Bosch’s which are marginally more expensive, but worth the cost difference since the manufacturer and model of filter is typically more important than the brand and type of oil, given the correct specs for the right application. But really, watch the videos, they are very surprising considering Fram sells the most filters
@@meaculpamishegas1121- I will review a couple of the videos so that I can make informed decisions going forward. I appreciate your concern and suggestion. Thank You! 😀
@@tikass9901 No that’s not correct. All the apps that I currently have are free via the Homey App Store. As a matter, fact, I’ve never seen an app that had a cost associated with it within the store.
