Hello Shelly enthusiasts! I’ve just moved into a new apartment and I’m eager to integrate some smart home features. One of the things I’m excited about is the built-in LED strips under the kitchen cabinets. They’re currently controlled by a traditional wall switch, and I want to bring them into my smart home ecosystem using a Shelly device.
I’m a bit confused about whether I should go with a Shelly 1 or an RGBW controller. The LED strips are standard warm white, and I’m not entirely sure if there’s a transformer behind the wall converting the mains 240V AC to 12/24V DC. All I can see are some standard LED wires behind the cabinets. If anyone has experience with a similar setup, I’d love to hear your insights!
I’ve read some guides online, but I’m still not entirely sure about the best approach. Should I opt for a Shelly 1 for its simplicity, or is the RGBW controller a better investment for future-proofing? Also, if there is a transformer involved, how does that affect the installation and configuration of the Shelly device?
I’ve started by checking the voltage at the wall switch to get a better understanding of what I’m dealing with, but I’m not entirely confident in my findings. If someone could shed some light on this, I’d really appreciate it!
Looking forward to hearing from your experiences and tips!