Hi everyone, I’m thrilled to share my recent experience with Shelly smart switches! As a newcomer to the world of smart home devices, I’ve been on a quest to automate my home, and Shelly devices have been a fantastic starting point. ### My Setup and Initial Impressions I recently installed a Shelly 1 to control a lamp in my living room. The setup was straightforward—just plug it in and follow the app instructions. The integration with my Zigbee network was seamless, and I was impressed by how quickly I could start controlling the lamp through my phone. However, I encountered a few hiccups along the way. For instance, I wanted to use the Shelly as a momentary switch to trigger a scene in my smart home system. I configured it as a momentary button with a 1-second auto-off, and while it worked perfectly through the browser interface, the app behaved differently. The button stayed blue after pressing, and it took a second press to reset it. This inconsistency was a bit confusing at first, but after some research, I realized it was a matter of adjusting the settings in the app. ### Tips and Tricks Here are a few tips I’ve gathered during my Shelly journey: - Firmware Updates: Always ensure your Shelly devices are running the latest firmware. I updated mine through the Shelly app, and it made a noticeable difference in performance. - Scene Integration: If you’re using scenes, test each device individually before linking them. This helps identify any quirks early on. - Community Support: Don’t hesitate to reach out to forums like this one for advice. I found some excellent solutions by reading through others’ experiences. ### A Little Success Story After tweaking the settings, I managed to create a smooth automation where pressing the Shelly switch triggers a series of actions—turning on lights, lowering the shades, and playing my favorite playlist. It’s such a satisfying feeling to walk into a room and have everything set up just how I like it! ### Looking Ahead I’m now eyeing a Shelly 2.5 to control my outdoor lights. The idea of scheduling them to turn on at sunset and off at bedtime is incredibly appealing. Plus, the energy monitoring feature could help me keep track of my electricity usage. If anyone has tips for setting up Shelly devices in a multi-device ecosystem, I’d love to hear them! Let’s keep the conversation going and help each other make our homes smarter. 