I’ve been diving into the world of Shelly devices lately, and I must say, they’ve brought a lot of convenience to my smart home setup. One feature I’ve been particularly interested in is the Night Mode on my Shelly Dimmer 2. I’ve managed to configure it through MQTT, and it’s been a game-changer for creating a cozy ambiance in the evenings. However, I did run into a few bumps along the way that I’d like to share and discuss with the community.
Initially, I was a bit overwhelmed by the MQTT setup. I had to piece together information from various forums and the official documentation to get Night Mode working on a single device. After some trial and error, I finally got it right using the topic homeassistant/light/shellydimmer2-XXXX/settings/night_mode with the appropriate payload. The satisfaction of seeing the dimmer automatically adjust to the preset brightness at the scheduled time was worth every minute of troubleshooting!
Now, I’m looking to expand this setup to all my Shelly devices. I’ve heard that looping through device IDs in the MQTT payload can achieve this, but I’m not entirely sure how to implement it without causing conflicts. If anyone has experience with bulk configurations or can point me to a reliable guide, I’d be grateful!
Another challenge I’ve encountered is with device synchronization. I have two Shelly Lyra lamps that I’ve grouped together, but after a few minutes, they drift out of sync. It’s a minor inconvenience, but I’d love to find a way to keep them in perfect harmony. Has anyone else dealt with this issue, or perhaps has a workaround or tweak that could help?
On a lighter note, I’ve also been experimenting with custom scenes and automation. For instance, I set up a routine where my lights dim and my thermostat adjusts to a snug temperature as I wind down for the night. It’s these little touches that really make a home feel smart and livable.
I’d love to hear about others’ experiences with Shelly devices, especially regarding Night Mode and device synchronization. Any tips, tricks, or shared experiences would be invaluable as I continue to refine my setup. Let’s keep the conversation flowing and help each other make the most of these fantastic devices!