Hi everyone! I wanted to share a cool project I’ve been working on with Home Assistant. I’ve managed to turn my Hassio setup into a universal IR remote control using the Hassio scripts service. It’s been a lot of fun tinkering with this, and I thought I’d document my process for anyone else who might be interested.
First, I set up my IR receiver and transmitter. I used a simple USB IR device that I found online. Once I had that connected, I started experimenting with sending IR codes to different devices around my home. I was amazed at how versatile this setup could be!
To make things even more convenient, I created a custom integration that allows me to send specific IR commands through my Home Assistant interface. I even set up some automations so that certain actions trigger predefined IR codes. For example, when I press a button on my phone, it sends the code to turn on my TV or adjust the volume on my sound system.
I’ve also been working on a GIST that details the exact steps I took to set this up. It includes all the necessary scripts, configurations, and even some troubleshooting tips. If anyone is interested in trying this out themselves, I’d be happy to share the link!
One thing I’ve learned through this project is how powerful Home Assistant can be when it comes to integrating with other devices. I never thought I’d be able to control so many different devices with a single setup, but here we are!
I’d love to hear if anyone else has tried something similar or has any tips to make this even better. Let me know in the comments below! 